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RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Yeah, totally agree with your points there. Privacy glass does have its perks, especially for cutting down glare or giving you a bit more seclusion, but insulation-wise... eh, not so much. I remember looking into it when...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Privacy glass definitely has its perks, but honestly, I think it's a bit underrated how much it can limit flexibility. Roller shades are great, sure, but have you considered window films? I installed some frosted film in...
RE: my adventure with installing windows myself - worth the hassle?
I've had mixed results too, but found the Cramer Fugi kit pretty decent. Still tricky in tight corners, but definitely easier than the generic silicone tools. Finger method still wins sometimes though... guess old habits...
RE: window wars: a tale of two neighbors
I've had similar experiences with foam tapes - cheap brands definitely leave a mess. Last year I switched to a silicone-based weatherstripping tape, and it was way better at coming off cleanly. Still, residue can happen,...
RE: Thinking about replacing my windows - leaning toward Simonton, but my neighbor swears by Pella
I've put in Simonton vinyl windows myself and they've held up pretty well overall - no real regrets. But I do wonder about fiberglass longevity. A buddy of mine installed Pella fiberglass about 10 years ago, and they sti...
RE: Anyone else annoyed trying to find decent triple pane window brands?
Interesting point about orientation - I did factor that in somewhat, but probably not as thoroughly as I should've. My main concern was noise reduction along with energy efficiency, since we're near a busy street. I've r...