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RE: Does a factory-applied window finish change long-term care?
Touch-up compatibility can affect the maintenance choice. Ask whether the manufacturer offers a matching repair coating and gives instructions for preparing and blending a damaged area. Compare the actual repair requirem...
RE: Does a factory-applied window finish change long-term care?
Compare the coating system and application requirements, not just whether the finish is factory- or field-applied. Look for the specified surface preparation, coating type, and film thickness, and check whether a field-a...
RE: Which Old-School Window Look Would You Actually Choose?
Couldn’t agree more about the proportions - there’s just something about the originals that feels right. I’ve got a 1930s semi and the old sash windows are definitely slimmer and more graceful than the “heritage” replica...
RE: Getting your space ready before new windows go in - my checklist
That’s actually a pretty solid approach. I did the same thing with plastic sheeting last fall when we had our windows swapped out, and it definitely helped keep the dust from creeping into every room. It’s not perfect - ...
RE: Comparing double vs triple pane fiberglass windows for keeping the cold out
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I’m not totally convinced sealing is the only thing that matters. Sure, a bad seal will mess up any window’s performance, but after swapping out some old double panes for tri...
RE: Saw this article about switchable glass - would you actually use it at home?
We did switchable glass in our kitchen door last summer, and honestly, it’s a cool party trick but I still find myself reaching for the old curtains when the sun’s just blasting in. I totally get the “wow” factor wearing...
RE: Window replacements that actually look old (but work like new?)
That’s a great point about the heating bill - energy efficiency was the main thing that pushed me to swap out my old windows, too. I tried to save a couple of the original sashes for a future project, but honestly, they’...
RE: Why is taking out old windows such a pain?
Yeah, I totally get that. Old windows are like a box of surprises - nothing’s ever standard, and you never know what you’ll find once you start pulling them out. I ran into the same thing with my 1920s place. The frames ...
RE: Things I wish I'd known before new windows went in
Totally get where you’re coming from. I tried the “seal it all up and shut down HVAC” method during our last window swap, but it just meant I was vacuuming dust out of every nook for weeks. Swapping in a cheap filter lik...
RE: Thinking about fiberglass windows from Pella, are they worth it?
I ended up lightly sanding mine before repainting, mostly because the old finish was kinda chalky. Didn’t take long though. Haven’t noticed any seal issues yet, but I’m only a couple years in. Curious - has anyone tried ...