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RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated
- I get the hesitation with fiberglass - on paper it’s all efficiency and durability, but yeah, sometimes it just doesn’t vibe with older homes. That said, I actually went with fiberglass for a mid-century split I renova...
RE: Toughening up my old windows for hurricane season - worth it or overkill?
- I tried one of those hurricane window film kits last year, mostly because I was tired of hauling plywood up a ladder. It was easier to install than expected, but honestly, I’m not convinced it would stop a flying branc...
RE: Weird ways to spot drafty windows (and do they actually work?)
- Totally get the rope caulk thing - looks aren't great, but function wins out when it's freezing. - The incense trick is actually pretty clever. I’ve used a thermal camera app on my phone before, but honestly, incense g...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
- Had a similar situation a couple years back - old single-pane windows, lots of condensation, and my smart thermostat was basically screaming at me all winter. - Ran the numbers on a loan vs. just living with it. The en...
RE: What surprised me about high-end window brands (hint: it's not just the glass)
- Had a similar experience when I upgraded to a well-known window brand last spring. - Installer did a great job with the actual windows, but I was surprised how much the surrounding plaster moved over the next month. ...