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RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
- I get the whole “just crack a window” thing, but in my place, that just makes everything colder and doesn’t really dry things out. - Tried it last winter - ended up with condensation on the inside of the glass and ha...
RE: Printing custom window latches: what worked for me
- I’ve had better luck with white ASA than PETG for sun exposure, honestly. Never got the yellowing or brittleness, but yeah, it’s pickier to print. - PETG gray is decent, but mine still got a little brittle after two su...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
- Not sure I’d call it “totally worth the hassle” for everyone. My new windows cut drafts, but now the place feels stuffy sometimes. - Honestly, that “charm” is just annoying for me - mine sticks every time it rains. ...
RE: Swapping out windows to bring new life to a ranch house
- Swapped just the glass to low-e last year - made a big difference, especially in summer. - Didn’t mess with the frames, so it kept the original vibe. - Anyone have issues with condensation after doing just glass? I...
RE: Does Painting Old Aluminum Window Frames Actually Hold Up Over Time?
- Painted mine a while back - looked better for about two years, then started chipping where the window slides. - Didn’t notice any real change in drafts or bills either. - If you’re after a quick visual fix, it’s fi...
RE: Swapping out old windows: worth the hassle?
- Totally agree, it's not just a vinyl thing. - Seen this at my place - one window upstairs got sticky after a rough winter, checked it and turns out the frame was just a bit off level. - Settling's a pain. My house...
RE: Does anyone else notice the greenish hue from low-e windows?
- Honestly, I don’t really notice the green tint much at all. Maybe it’s the direction my windows face (mostly north and east), or just the paint colors I already had up. - I actually like the way the light looks in th...
RE: What if you had to pick curtains for every room but could only use one fabric?
- I’d go with a mid-tone blue or green with a subtle pattern - something that doesn’t show every smudge or fur tumbleweed. - Performance fabric is great for durability, but yeah, it’s stiff and kinda “outdoor chair” vibe...
RE: Finally got those dingy window frames looking new again - anyone else have a cleaning win?
- Been there with the pitting. Tried a bunch of stuff - cleaners, scrubbing, even a bit of light sanding - but those old aluminum frames just hold onto their scars. - Like you said, That’s pretty much where I landed too...
RE: Thinking about fiberglass windows from Pella, are they worth it?
- Had ours about 3 yrs now, agree they're solid. - Noise reduction surprised me too, neighbors' lawnmowers way less annoying. - Didn't notice huge savings either, but drafts are gone. - Pricey upfront, but no regrets yet...