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richardthinker650
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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet
Haha, "usually" is the key word there. I learned that lesson the hard way when we replaced our windows a few years back. Thought I was being smart by asking about removal and disposal, but totally spaced on the trim work...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
I've tried weatherstripping a few times over the years, and honestly, it does work pretty well if you're patient enough to do it right. The first time I did it, I rushed through and ended up with gaps anyway - so much fo...
RE: Installing new windows? Don't learn safety by accident
Yeah, EPDM can be hit or miss in my experience too. Had it around my patio doors a few years back and it peeled faster than sunburn after a beach day, haha. Switched to butyl tape myself and haven't looked back - seems w...
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RE: low-e vs clear glass windows in hot areas, what if you had to pick?
Yeah, glare's definitely less harsh with low-e, at least from my experience. Our kitchen faces west and afternoons used to be brutal - felt like cooking on the sun. Low-e toned it down noticeably, though we still need sh...