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RE: Quieting down city noise: which window upgrades actually work?

- Totally agree on sealing—seen way too many “upgrades” wasted because folks miss that. - Inserts make a big difference, but only if you’re patient wi...

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RE: Getting approved for window financing: how strict are they really?

- Gotta agree with you on the paperwork side. You said, That’s huge for both homeowners and contractors. If anything gets weird, it’s all in writing....

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RE: When is a foggy window just weather, and when is it a problem?

- Totally agree, that fog between panes is a lost cause—once the seal’s shot, there’s no magic fix. - Surface condensation from showers or a kettle? T...

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RE: ANYONE DEAL WITH SIMONTON WARRANTY LATELY?

Right? I’ve got a drawer full of old screws and mystery keys, but never the paperwork I actually need. - Last time, they wanted pics of the window la...

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RE: Finally won the battle against soggy window frames

Good points on neutral-cure silicone—definitely smoother to work with, but yeah, the drying time tests my patience too. I've switched to polyurethane ...

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RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows

Great points on the cellular shades—definitely solid for insulation and durability. A few quick thoughts from my experience: - Motorized shades are a...

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RE: Window choices when living way up high

Couldn't agree more—seen plenty of fancy windows installed poorly, and basic ones done right that held up beautifully. Had a job once where the homeow...

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RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows—worth the hype?

Roller shades could definitely be a good compromise here: - They're pretty subtle when rolled up, especially if you pick a neutral color that blends w...

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RE: Just saw an article claiming Fibrex beats vinyl and fiberglass for windows—thoughts?

I've installed a few Fibrex windows for clients over the past few years—here's my quick take: - Definitely sturdy and well-built; feels more solid th...

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RE: Thinking about vinyl windows that look like real wood—worth it or nah?

- Vinyl wood-look windows have come a long way lately—pretty convincing from a distance. - Installed some recently, and the homeowners loved the look,...