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RE: Saw a study on window longevity - are we doing enough?
Yeah, resealing is definitely a decent stopgap - did the same on a couple of my old single panes last fall. If you’re careful with the prep and don’t rush it, you can squeeze another year or two out of them. Still, once ...
RE: WHAT IF WINDOWS NEVER FOGGED UP AGAIN DURING RAINY SEASON?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually managed to revive a foggy double-pane once with one of those DIY vent kits. Drilled a tiny hole at the top and bottom, let it dry out, then sealed it up again with clear sil...
RE: Trying to pick between angled and curved windows for living room upgrade
Had to laugh at “” because that’s how I felt after trying to retrofit a curved window in my old bungalow. The trim work just about did me in - nothing fit right, and I spent way too many weekends sanding and cursing. The...
RE: Tried silica gel packs for foggy windows - worth it or just a gimmick?
Honestly, after messing around with silica packs and even a hairdryer once (don’t ask), I’ve just accepted that once the seal’s shot, it’s game over. Temporary fixes buy you a little time, but that fog always sneaks back...
RE: Big windows, big bills? My experience with a giant picture window
Totally agree, sealing kits and film can only do so much - been there, tried that. I had a big old window in the living room, and no matter how many layers I added, the cold kept sneaking in. What finally worked was pull...
RE: Cheap tricks for keeping car windows clear in the morning
I actually picked up one of those plug-in dehumidifiers last winter, just out of curiosity. They’re decent for small spaces, but honestly, in my car it didn’t make a dramatic difference. Maybe if you’re fighting constant...
RE: How I dodged a window contractor nightmare (and actually got great windows)
That layered approach isn’t just you being overly cautious - it’s honestly the best way I’ve found for old houses where nothing is square anymore. I’ve been through a few window swaps in my 1930s place and every opening ...
RE: A trick for choosing between window brands - check the warranty fine print
That’s spot on about the fine print. I got burned once when my “lifetime” warranty only covered the vinyl frame, not the insulated glass unit. Turns out, condensation between panes wasn’t covered - just “seal failure,” w...
RE: Getting help with window upgrades: what’s actually available?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually noticed the opposite in my old place. Sealed up the attic and rim joists first - helped a bit, sure - but swapping out a couple of drafty windows made a bigger difference in...
RE: Did you know window boxes used to be called "window gardens"?
That’s spot on. I learned the hard way a few years back - thought a little extra insulation would help, but ended up with a swampy mess after a rain. Now I just cut the foam so it’s snug on the sides but leaves the botto...