That’s interesting about the condensation—actually, I noticed the same thing after switching to vinyl. The seals were way better, but in winter I’d ge...

Interesting you mention the locks—I installed Jeld-Wen windows in my basement last spring, and while the fit and finish were decent for the price, I d...

I've noticed orientation definitely plays a role. My north-facing windows consistently have more condensation, likely due to less direct sunlight and ...

I've been troubleshooting a similar issue lately—thought it was weather stripping at first, but now I'm leaning toward flashing problems. Has anyone f...

I had similar doubts about smart glass initially, but after researching a bit, it seems the reliability really depends on the brand and installation q...

Interesting points, I've been researching this myself since I'm facing my first winter in a colder region. Do you think the installation method or ins...

Good point about the rubber seals—I ran into something similar when cleaning my car windows. Alcohol definitely cleans better than vinegar, but it can...

Interesting insights—I haven't personally tried the Andersen 100 yet, but your experience aligns somewhat with the research I've been doing. From what...

I've also used dish soap for smoothing caulk beads, and from my experience, the adhesion issue seems mostly theoretical. However, I did some digging i...

Yeah, sealing definitely makes a difference. When we moved in, I noticed similar issues—did a smoke test around the frames and found tiny gaps letting...