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RE: Getting your space ready before new windows go in - my checklist
I get the logic behind using fabric over the vents, but I’m not totally sold on it for fine dust. When I did my kitchen reno, I tried old t-shirts and pillowcases, but honestly, I still found a thin layer of dust in the ...
RE: Patched up my drafty window with stuff from the dollar store - anyone else surprised themselves?
That’s actually super helpful to know, because my window’s right above the radiator and I’ve got a cat who’s obsessed with licking condensation. I’m curious if painter’s tape is less sticky though? I always thought it wa...
RE: When your living room is a fishbowl: a picture window story
Had the same problem last winter - my old picture window is basically a giant ice block once November hits. I tried that shrink film too, but got wrinkles everywhere and it just looked weird. Eventually taped bubble wrap...
RE: What would you do if every window quote was wildly different?
That price range is wild. I’ve been looking into window replacements too and the numbers are all over the place - makes it hard to know what’s actually worth it. The energy savings thing is what gets me. I keep reading a...
RE: Cracked Windows After Big Temperature Swings - Anyone Else Fed Up?
I’ve been wondering about this. If you leave the window cracked in winter, doesn’t it make the bathroom freezing? I get that it helps with moisture, but I’m worried about losing too much heat. Is it just a quick open aft...
RE: Windows that actually live up to the eco hype?
That’s really encouraging to hear, thanks for sharing your experience. I’ve been on the fence about whether new windows would actually do much, since my place is similar - built in the 70s, not exactly airtight. I always...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
Tried the shrink film last winter on my old apartment’s drafty windows. It actually did help, but getting it smooth was trickier than I thought - mine ended up a bit lumpy. The tape left some sticky residue, too, which w...
RE: Things I wish I'd known before new windows went in
I get the worry, but my installers actually offered to take down the blinds for me. They seemed used to it and had the right tools, so nothing got damaged. I guess it depends on the company? If you’re not super attached ...