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RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?
That’s a really solid approach. I kept a bunch of mismatched glass for years thinking I’d use it, but honestly, measuring and trying to retrofit was more hassle than I expected. Ended up recycling most of it and felt way...
RE: Window replacements that actually look old (but work like new?)
I spent way too much time researching this when we moved in last fall. Our 1930s windows are a pain - painted shut, ropes broken, you name it - but I couldn’t get past how weird the “authentic” replacements looked. Ended...
RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows - anyone tried View vs SageGlass?
Yeah, manual override is a must-have for me too. I looked into View and SageGlass when we bought our place last year. SageGlass seemed technically solid - good tint control and pretty responsive - but the lack of a strai...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Same here on the noise front. We upgraded to double-pane recently, and while it didn't exactly mute the neighbor's lawn mower completely, it's definitely less intrusive. Like you said: Exactly my experience - manageab...
RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?
Yeah, vinyl windows can definitely hold their own in cold climates. I recently bought my first home up here in Vermont, and the previous owner had installed vinyl windows about five years ago. Honestly, I was skeptical a...
RE: Windows icing up again - time for an upgrade or ghost story?
Good call on the gutters, but also check your indoor humidity levels. Had similar icing issues - turned out my humidity was way too high. Got a cheap hygrometer, adjusted ventilation, and problem solved.
RE: Double vs triple pane windows - worth the extra cost or just hype?
Yeah, that's exactly what I've been thinking. Curtains definitely help - I put up thermal ones last winter and noticed less condensation - but they're more of a band-aid fix. Triple-pane windows seem ideal, but the upfro...
RE: Finally upgraded to Kolbe windows, anyone else notice a difference?
True, insulated curtains help...but I replaced my old windows last fall and noticed improvements beyond energy bills. Less condensation, quieter rooms, and fewer cold spots - comfort matters more than just numbers on a b...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
Glad to hear thermal curtains worked for you. I recently moved into an older house with similar window issues, and I found combining thermal curtains with foam-backed weather stripping around the edges really helped cut ...
RE: How thorough are companies about screening window installation crews?
Definitely understand your frustration - I've recently gone through something similar. As a first-time homeowner, I was pretty meticulous about researching companies, but even then, you can't always catch every detail. I...