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RE: Fogged IGU: replace the glass or the whole window?
Whether an IGU-only replacement is practical often comes down to how the glass is retained. If the sash has removable stops or accessible glazing beads, the old unit can be removed, the opening cleaned, and a new IGU ins...
RE: Finding the Sweet Spot: Balancing Window Size and Home Efficiency
- Totally agree - old frames are notorious for weird gaps and quirks. - Upgrading to laminated glass helped with street noise here, but it’s pricey and heavy. - On condensation: noticed less since swapping out single...
RE: Tackling Old Windows: My Weekend Project Went Better Than Expected
- Really interesting point about the humidity. - Totally agree - I've seen that in a few friends’ houses after they tightened everything up. - Bronze strips worked for me too, but I did have to crack a window occasion...
RE: Thinking about swapping out windows myself - is it worth the hassle?
- Agree that DIY swaps can be pretty rewarding, especially if you like figuring stuff out. I replaced a couple windows in my 1952 place and every frame was a bit out of square... kind of a puzzle each time. - One thing I...
RE: Keeping warm in off-grid cabins: insulated window upgrades making headlines
- Totally agree, air quality can take a hit if you go overboard with sealing. - I’ve seen similar issues - condensation on windows, that damp smell, especially after a few weeks of really cold weather. - Ventilation’...
RE: Budgeting for new windows - how do you approach it?
Totally relate to this - learned a similar lesson a few years back. Thought I was saving money by squeezing in standard windows, but ended up with drafts and uneven seals. Had to redo it later anyway (ouch). Couple thin...
RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?
Spot-on about installation being key. I've seen premium vinyl windows outperform fiberglass plenty of times, especially when the installer knew their stuff. Fiberglass has its advantages, sure, but premium vinyl can be a...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
Good call on layering curtains with cellular shades - definitely makes a noticeable difference. A few other things I've noticed: - Weatherstripping around window frames helps seal drafts you might not even realize are t...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Sheer curtains are nice for softening shadows, but from an energy efficiency standpoint, they don't do much to insulate or control heat gain. Privacy glass or films can help with that, but quality varies a lot. I've seen...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
Bubble wrap definitely works, good call. Couple other quick ones I've found useful: - Heavy curtains or blankets if you don't mind sacrificing the view temporarily. - Draft stopper snakes at the window sill - cheap and ...