simbareader
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RE: Printing custom window latches: what worked for me

Screws are definitely the way to go for stuff that gets any kind of use. I tried glue on a couple of window latches when I first moved in, mostly beca...

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RE: Tried Swapping Out My Own Windows—Regret Or Reward?

I get what you’re saying about vinyl being flimsy, but honestly, I didn’t have much trouble with mine. My house is only from the early ‘80s, so maybe ...

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RE: Swapping Out Old Windows in the Mountains: Worth It or Just a Headache?

Yeah, that’s the thing. We just bought a place up here last fall and the original windows are... let’s say “full of character.” They look awesome with...

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RE: Weird hairline cracks showing up on brand new window panes?

I get what you’re saying, but I’m not totally convinced it’s always a factory flaw. When I saw those cracks on my new windows, the installer blamed th...

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RE: What surprised me about high-end window brands (hint: it's not just the glass)

I totally get what you mean about the weight. We just bought our place last year and I never even thought about how heavy those windows could be until...

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RE: Comparing double vs triple pane fiberglass windows for keeping the cold out

Totally get what you mean. I swapped out a couple of my old windows for triple panes this winter, and yeah—felt the difference right away, seal or not...

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RE: Picking the right window color for curb appeal—regrets or wins?

I’ve been thinking about this exact thing since we started getting quotes for windows. I keep seeing those black frames everywhere on new builds, but ...

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RE: Is it really cheaper to swap your own windows? Real numbers wanted

Haha, yeah, mine had some wild stuff in there too—found an old lottery ticket and a petrified mouse nest. I did two windows so far, and honestly, I ha...

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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet

Weatherstripping made a surprising difference for me, honestly. I was pretty skeptical at first—didn’t think those little foam strips would do much—bu...

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