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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 corners or uneven surfaces. They just don't flex enough to follow every li...
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 still holding up nicely - just make sure you seal the wood properly to ...
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 stuck halfway down - turned out it wasn't really a DIY fix because they...
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 large bay window alone - thought I had it under control until the frame...
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 options...felt like talking to a brick wall. But hey, windows turned out ...