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RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows—anyone tried View vs SageGlass?

Had a similar issue with our motorized blinds—worked great until they didn't. Turns out the internal motor was discontinued, and replacing it cost alm...

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RE: Window choices when living way up high

I dunno, I've seen it go both ways. My brother-in-law's place is around 8,000 ft and he swears he notices a difference in comfort since switching away...

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RE: Big windows vs heating bills—worth it?

Glad to hear I'm not the only one who got sucked into the insulation rabbit hole. I was pretty skeptical at first—figured the whole "energy-efficient ...

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RE: Installing Windows Way Out in the Sticks—Worth the Hassle?

We thought about triple-pane too, but honestly, after sealing up drafts around the frames and adding some heavy curtains, our old double-panes held up...

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RE: Window frame fixes: wood filler vs epoxy resin?

Yeah, epoxy's definitely sturdier long-term. I tried wood filler on my porch window frames a couple years back, and honestly, it looked great at first...

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RE: Trying to figure out window energy ratings—NFRC site vs. Energy Star?

Went through this exact thing last year when we replaced ours. NFRC labels are great if you're into the nitty-gritty, but honestly, after a while my e...

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RE: Best Windows for Homes Up in the Mountains

Fiberglass windows are decent, but honestly, I've found vinyl frames hold up surprisingly well in mountain climates, too. A buddy of mine installed fi...

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RE: Double or triple pane windows—worth the extra cash in freezing temps?

Can confirm this... my brother lives near a busy intersection, went triple pane first, wasn't impressed. Switched to laminated double panes later, way...

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