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RE: Trimming window openings without wrecking your walls

Interesting, because I’ve actually had mixed results with caulk and backer rods, especially in spots where the gap was really uneven. Sometimes the ca...

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RE: How I stopped my double-pane windows from fogging up

Funny how a little foam tape can make such a difference, right? Did you notice any weird smells from the tape at first, or was that just me? I always ...

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RE: CHOOSING BETWEEN MARVIN AND OLD INTEGRITY WINDOWS – ANY REGRETS?

I get the appeal of keeping the old trim—there’s a kind of warmth there that new windows sometimes miss. But honestly, I’ve found that even with wood ...

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RE: Why Does Storm-Proof Glass Cost More Than My Roof?

When we did our windows a couple years back, I remember being floored by the price too. I kept thinking—how can glass cost more than a whole new roof?...

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RE: Trying to decide: triple pane vs double pane for Pella’s efficient windows

Funny how you can drop a small fortune on windows and still get a breeze from somewhere unexpected. I remember thinking our 1960s ranch would finally ...

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RE: Which is more annoying: smart window disconnects or battery problems?

That’s funny, I always thought batteries would be the main thing bugging me too, but lately it’s those random disconnects that drive me nuts. I’ve had...

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RE: Struggling to keep drafts out—window sealing tape worth it?

That’s honestly the story of my winters too. My house is from the late 50s and I’ve been in the “good enough for now” camp for years. I did try window...

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RE: Can skylights and patio doors count for those energy tax credits?

That’s exactly how it feels, right? I remember calling three different times about my skylight paperwork and got a different answer each time. Has any...

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RE: Tried out privacy glass in my bathroom—worth it or just a gimmick?

That’s the truth—old windows have a mind of their own. I’ve tried both film and etched glass too, and honestly, film has saved me more than once when ...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

I’ve used those films on my old bungalow windows too, and honestly, they were a game-changer for drafts. But yeah, that plastic sheen can be a little ...

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