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RE: What would you do if your double-pane windows started fogging up?
I get what you’re saying about the mismatched glass not being a big deal, but I’m not sure I could just let it slide. I replaced one pane last fall and it’s only a tiny bit off in color, but now that I’ve noticed it, my ...
RE: Quick tricks for holding a cracked window together?
I hear you - my “temporary” cardboard shim under a door has basically become a permanent fixture at this point. I get nervous about making things worse, too. Sometimes it’s hard to tell if a quick fix will hold or just c...
RE: Anyone actually saving money with triple pane windows?
That’s what’s been on my mind since moving in. I thought new windows would solve everything, but I still felt drafts. Turns out, a $5 tube of caulk did more than the fancy glass. Makes me wonder if the extra cost of trip...
RE: Swapping out double-pane glass for triple-pane: is it possible?
I actually noticed a small drop in my heating bill, but nothing dramatic - maybe 5-7% tops over the winter. Honestly, I was expecting more after all the effort. The biggest difference for me was the noise reduction and j...
RE: Lubricating window tracks: spray silicone vs. graphite powder?
That’s interesting about PTFE - never even considered it for window tracks. I’ve only tried silicone so far, but I did notice what you said: I live in a pretty humid area too, and pollen is a nightmare every spring. The...
RE: Things I wish I knew before swapping out old windows for vinyl
I ran into the same thing with my place - 1928, and nothing lines up. I was surprised how much I had to fudge things so the window looked right from inside, even if the level said otherwise. I kept worrying about long-te...
RE: Trying to decide: triple pane vs double pane for Pella’s efficient windows
That’s reassuring to hear, especially since our place is also mid-century with a lot of its original quirks. I keep wondering if triple pane would make a night-and-day difference, but the humidity thing seems like a vari...
RE: Trending: Bold Window Trim Colors Are Popping Up Everywhere - Thoughts?
This is exactly what I was worried about. We just moved in last year and our trim is still the standard builder white, but I’ve been eyeing some of those deep navy and charcoal colors on design blogs. I keep wondering if...
RE: Struggling to keep drafts out - window sealing tape worth it?
I tried rope caulk for the first time last winter on my 1948 windows, and honestly, it held up better than I expected. It didn’t really sag, but by March it got kind of brittle and some spots cracked if I bumped them. No...
RE: Street noise driving me nuts - storm windows or acoustic glass?
I've been wondering the same thing myself. From what I've read, storm windows do help with insulation, but their main advantage seems to be reducing drafts and adding an extra barrier. Acoustic glass, on the other hand, ...