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RE: Got my Marvin windows faster than expected - anyone else surprised?
I’ve wondered about that too. Some of the labels on mine looked like they’d peel off, but the tape was a pain. I did end up using a couple pieces behind my basement workbench just to keep the chill down, but I avoided an...
RE: Noise, dust, and drafts: city window upgrades worth it?
That bit about dust surprised me too - same thing happened at my place after I put in inserts. Never realized how much fine stuff was sneaking in through those gaps. Did you notice any condensation issues after the upgra...
RE: Tried out black window trim - totally changed my curb appeal
Funny, I thought black trim would be a nightmare to keep clean, but I guess it’s all about the finish and how much you actually touch those areas. Satin seems like the sweet spot - matte felt too flat in my old place, an...
RE: Keeping Windows in Good Shape - What Actually Works Long-Term?
Weatherstripping really does help, but I’ve noticed it only goes so far if the frames are super warped or the sashes don’t close right. Ever try rope caulk? It’s not pretty, but it’s cheap and you can just peel it off in...
RE: Keeping Windows in Good Shape - What Actually Works Long-Term?
Funny you mention reglazing - I keep putting it off too, mostly because I’m not sure how much difference it’ll make compared to just sealing the gaps. Did you notice any actual improvement in noise or temperature after w...
RE: Is the extra price for krypton windows actually worth it?
I’ve wondered about this too - especially with the way window salespeople hype up krypton like it’s some miracle gas. I put in new windows a few years back, went with argon mostly because the price jump for krypton seeme...
RE: Swapping out old windows in humid weather - worth it?
That’s interesting - my place is also older (1920s wood frame), but I actually noticed a bit more condensation after I put in new windows. I guess it comes down to how airtight the house is and maybe even what kind of gl...
RE: What if you had to live in the desert for a year?
Interesting take on the rugs - I get what you mean about them feeling nicer, but I actually went a different route after a couple of months out here. Wool rugs looked great at first, but I found myself constantly draggin...
RE: Did you go Euro for passive house windows or stick with local triple-pane?
I ran into the same wall with Euro frames - literally and figuratively. I measured one for my 70s split-level and realized I’d lose at least an inch of visible glass on all sides, which just didn’t sit right. Plus, the ...
RE: Struggling to keep drafts out - window sealing tape worth it?
That lines up with what I’ve seen. I tried the tape on my old living room windows - probably late 40s, paint’s all chipped and the wood’s warped in places. Even after sanding and cleaning, the tape just wouldn’t stick fo...