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RE: How are you comparing fiberglass window installation quotes?
The unit itself needs the same level of detail as the installation scope. Along with separating repair allowances, I’d require every bidder to identify: - Manufacturer and exact fiberglass series - Glass package, coatin...
RE: Ever notice how old houses have weirdly sized windows?
Heavy curtains definitely work, but have you tried layering them with a thermal liner? I did that in my 1920s place and it made a bigger difference than I expected. Still, it’s frustrating how none of the “standard” curt...
RE: Trimming window openings without wrecking your walls
You’re right about the Surform - easy to go too far and end up with a wavy edge. Have you tried a multi-tool with a drywall blade for those tricky spots? I find it gives more control than a saw, especially near old plast...
RE: Choosing between new windows or inserts for home upgrade rebates
The humidity drop is real - my partner’s a plant nut too, and after we put in inserts, the monstera was not happy. We ended up running a humidifier in winter, which kept both the plants and our skin from shriveling up. N...
RE: Salt air and window headaches: is it just me?
That’s pretty much my experience too - powder-coat looks sharp for a while, but once the salt air gets under it, forget it. I tried sanding and repainting a railing last spring and by fall, the bubbling was back. Ever tr...
RE: Saving money on new windows: my favorite trick so far
I get the appeal of shrink film, but have you considered interior storm panels? They’re not as cheap up front, but they’re reusable and don’t leave sticky residue or risk peeling paint. I tried them on a couple of my wor...
RE: Vinyl vs. fiberglass windows in the wild - what’s really easier?
That’s pretty normal in these parts - fiberglass is definitely tougher than vinyl for expansion/contraction, but nothing’s perfect in subzero. Did you try beefing up your weatherstripping or using those shrink-wrap kits?...