robert_sage
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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet

We looked into vinyl inserts for our 1920s place, but honestly, they just didn't match the character of the house. Ended up going with wood replacemen...

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RE: Tried fixing cracked window glass myself—worth the hassle?

Been there myself a couple times, and honestly, window repairs are one of those DIY jobs that seem straightforward until they're suddenly... not. I re...

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RE: keeping windows insulated way up in thin air

Thermal curtains are definitely underrated—I used to think they were just overpriced regular curtains until I actually tried them out. But honestly, i...

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RE: window sealing: caulk strips vs silicone tubes?

Same here, honestly. I've tried those silicone smoothing tools too, and while I agree they're cleaner, I found them a bit rigid for certain tight corn...

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RE: what to do with those old windows lying around?

I've actually done the cold frame thing with old windows, and honestly, it's worked out pretty well. I built mine about three years ago, and they're s...

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RE: are Pella windows really worth the extra cash?

I've had these built-in blinds for about 4 years now, and honestly, they've been pretty trouble-free. But I did have one window where the blinds got s...

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RE: tried installing my own window, now there's glass everywhere... help?

Yeah, suction cups definitely help, but honestly, I'd say the real MVP is having someone else there to help steady things. I once tried installing a l...

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RE: anyone else annoyed by financing offers for window replacements?

Had a similar experience last summer when we replaced ours. Told the rep upfront we were paying cash, and he still kept circling back to financing opt...

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