Windows discussions and local services.
rskater84
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
Seriously, it’s like they’re trying to keep you on your toes. I did the whole “mist everything and fan in the window” dance too, but I still found dust in places I swear I didn’t even go near. One thing I’d add - if you’...
RE: How do you seal your windows - tape, liquid, or old-school metal flashing?
Couldn’t agree more on the tape vs. caulk thing, especially with old windows that seem to have a mind of their own. My 1950s sash windows are so out of whack I’d need a roll of tape the size of a tire to even try. Here’s...
RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
Yeah, I’ve seen some real horror shows with window installs too - doesn’t matter how fancy the window is if water’s sneaking in behind it. You nailed it, every house has its own set of weird little issues. I swapped out ...
RE: Saw this article about switchable glass - would you actually use it at home?
Totally agree with you on the cleaning front - those panels are like magnets for every fingerprint and smudge in the house. I had a friend who did a switchable glass bathroom, and she basically became best friends with h...
RE: CHEAP WAYS TO KEEP THE COLD OUT OF OLD WINDOWS?
I actually doubled up last year - magnetic kit first, then thick curtains on top. Might’ve looked a bit like Fort Knox, but honestly, it made a noticeable difference when the wind picked up. Only downside: condensation g...
RE: Turning old windows into a cool wall display - my favorite trick yet
Yeah, those double panes are sneaky. I’ve had the same thing - scrubbed like crazy, then realized the fog was trapped between the glass. If you’re just using the old window for a wall display, though, sometimes that “ant...
RE: Trending: Bold Window Trim Colors Are Popping Up Everywhere - Thoughts?
I swear, paint colors are like mood rings - totally unpredictable once the sun hits them. In my living room, the “soft blue” I picked looked chill in the morning, then turned almost electric by late afternoon. Window dir...
RE: Which Is Better: Argon or Air Between Window Panes?
I’ve had this exact debate with my brother-in-law, who’s convinced argon is the secret sauce to a warm house. Honestly, I think it’s a bit overhyped unless you’re living somewhere that makes Siberia look like Florida. H...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Yep, learned this the hard way myself. If you're after actual comfort (and saving a few bucks), go double-glazing plus decent blinds - step one: install, step two: enjoy peace and quiet, step three: thank yourself later....
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and feeling pretty good about storm season now
I learned this the hard way myself. Spent a weekend sealing every window frame in the house, feeling like a DIY hero...until winter hit. A few months later, half the caulk had cracked or shrunk, and I was back to square ...