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RE: Windows that switch from clear to frosted at the push of a button - did you know?
- Had those switchable windows put in about three years ago. - - Privacy is decent, looks are cool, but insulation? Not much difference compared to my old double-pane glass. - We get some nasty cold snaps here (dow...
RE: Saving on Window Swaps: My Favorite Trick to Cut Down Labor Fees
- Old caulk is a nightmare - especially the stuff from the 50s. - Haven’t found a brand that’s truly easy to slice if it’s been there decades. - Tried Goo Gone Caulk Remover and a heat gun on low. Sometimes helps, so...
RE: Quick tricks for holding a cracked window together?
- I get what you’re saying about the shrink film, but honestly, I’ve had better luck just using clear packing tape for cracks if it’s a short-term fix. - The film looks neater, sure, but tape actually keeps glass from ...
RE: Keeping street noise out: what works for sealing old windows?
- Heavy curtains do a lot more than people think. I’ve got some lined ones in my living room - probably the best “quick fix” for both noise and drafts. - Agree 100%. Did this in my old place. Used magnetic acrylic panel...
RE: Storm-Proof Windows: Are They Really Worth the Price Hike?
- Had a similar situation - old windows, lots of storms, and got tired of dealing with plywood every hurricane season. - Installed storm-proof windows three years ago. Cost hurt at first, but I haven’t regretted it. - Li...
RE: How long do wood window warranties actually last?
- You’re definitely not alone - warranties sound great until you try to use them. - I’ve run into the same thing with Andersen. Paperwork looks solid, but when my glass fogged up, they found a loophole. - Local shops...
RE: Windows icing up again - time for an upgrade or ghost story?
- Thermal curtains help, but honestly, plastic window film kits saved me more than once. - Cheap, easy to install, and surprisingly effective. - Still had a few spooky mornings though... guess ghosts find a way in no mat...