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sewist85
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RE: Saw a study on window longevity - are we doing enough?
Totally get where you're coming from. Those shrink film kits are like putting a band-aid on a bigger problem. I used them on my old place for a couple winters - helped with drafts, but the real issues (rot, loose sashes)...
RE: Modern Window Upgrades in Old Houses: Worth the Trade-Off?
Couldn’t agree more with this: I keep patching up my 1925 windows, and honestly, the charm just isn’t there with new inserts. My neighbor’s place looks weirdly “modern” in a way that doesn’t fit the rest of the street. ...
RE: Curtains, blinds, or shades - how do you pick what actually fits your room?
I actually think looks matter more than people admit. I get the whole insulation thing with cellulars, but I just couldn’t stand how plain they made my living room feel. Tried the layered look with sheers too - honestly,...
RE: Keeping the cold out: DIY window hacks for off-grid living
Honestly, that's what put me off trying the acrylic panels. I like the idea, but I just stick with the shrink-wrap kits because they're cheap and I can redo them if I mess up. Yeah, the wrinkly look isn’t great, but I do...
RE: Patched up my drafty window with stuff from the dollar store - anyone else surprised themselves?
Yeah, I’ve done the same thing - plastic and tape from the dollar store is my go-to every winter. Not pretty, but it’s way cheaper than new windows. My dog ripped through one last year chasing a squirrel, so now I double...
RE: ENERGY TAX CREDIT PAPERWORK IS DRIVING ME NUTS - ANYONE ELSE?
I do the same thing. Tried a fancy app once and it was more trouble than it was worth. Honestly, half my receipts look like blank napkins after a few months. Why can’t they just print them on normal paper?
RE: Why do my smart window sensors keep disconnecting?
Totally agree about the metal frames being a pain. I had the same issue with my old aluminum sliders - constant disconnects until I moved the sensor over to the wood part. Didn’t even think about drafts at first, but yea...
RE: Swapping out old windows for fiberglass: totally worth the effort?
Same here. I swapped out the old wood frames for fiberglass last spring, mostly because the drafts were getting ridiculous. Honestly, the noise reduction was just okay - still hear traffic and the neighbor’s dog like bef...
RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows - anyone tried View vs SageGlass?
Yeah, I tried a surge protector too at first - didn’t really help much with the quick flickers, like you said. UPS is definitely better, but I wish the batteries held out longer. I’m curious though, have you noticed if o...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
I upgraded mine last fall and honestly, the comfort and noise reduction were way more noticeable than any savings. Bills dropped a bit, but nothing dramatic - maybe 10-15 bucks less a month in winter? Still, totally wort...