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RE: Triple-pane vs. double-pane windows for northern winters: worth the upgrade?

That’s interesting—“condensation was actually less of an issue for us after switching to triple-pane.” I had a similar experience after upgrading, tho...

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RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?

I totally get the hesitation on motorized shades—maintenance can be a pain if you’re not into tinkering. That said, I’ve had Somfy motors for about fo...

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RE: Which windows actually keep out city noise?

I get where you’re coming from. The condensation thing drove me nuts the first winter after I installed inserts—felt like I was wiping down the sills ...

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RE: Tried out frameless glass walls—totally changed my living room

I hear you on the brick house draft situation—old construction is brutal for that. Honestly, frameless glass looks amazing but unless you’re dealing w...

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RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows—anyone tried View vs SageGlass?

That’s exactly why I hesitated for ages before pulling the trigger on smart glass. But the energy savings are real if you can get them working reliabl...

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RE: Window letting in cold air—any quick fixes?

Magnets can work, but honestly, they're a bit fiddly and not always practical depending on your window frame. I've found weatherstripping tape around ...

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RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows—anyone tried View vs SageGlass?

I've looked into both SageGlass and View quite a bit, and honestly, subtlety is great for most people, but personally, I kinda like noticing the shift...

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RE: finally got new windows and it's like a whole new house

Triple-pane windows are great, but honestly, they're not always the silver bullet people think they are. A lot of times, air leaks around frames or po...

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RE: Making a Window Opening Smaller—Is It Worth the Hassle?

Good call on headers and structural stuff—been there myself. But honestly, if you're already opening things up, why not take the chance to upgrade ins...