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RE: ONE BRAND FOR ALL YOUR WINDOWS OR MIX AND MATCH? WHAT'S BETTER?
Had a job last year where the client wanted all the windows to match, but their kitchen needed a specialty size nobody carried in the brand they liked. We ended up mixing brands, matched the finishes, and honestly, you c...
RE: Battling drafty windows - what actually works in winter?
Interior storm panels are definitely getting more popular, but I’ve seen mixed results. Some folks love the convenience - no ladders, no wrestling with heavy glass outside in the cold. But I’ve also run into situations w...
RE: Does Painting Old Aluminum Window Frames Actually Hold Up Over Time?
That’s been my experience too. I’ve seen jobs peel within a year if folks skip the prep. Did you ever try acid etching before priming? Sometimes it helps, but it’s a pain - especially on older frames with pitting. I usua...
RE: Quick tricks for holding a cracked window together?
Shrink-wrap kits do come in handy when you’re in a pinch, especially if you’re dealing with old, drafty windows and just need to make it through another winter. I’ve used them plenty of times on jobs where the homeowner ...
RE: Modern Window Upgrades in Old Houses: Worth the Trade-Off?
Funny thing is, I’ve seen a lot of folks hang onto their old windows for that exact reason - the sound, the look, just the feel of them. But I always wonder if nostalgia’s really worth the higher heating bills and the ha...
RE: Anyone actually notice a difference with krypton-filled windows?
I hear this all the time. Folks think krypton windows are gonna be like soundproofing a music studio, but it’s just not the case. They’re better than air or argon for insulation, sure - less draft, less cold radiating of...
RE: Vinyl vs. fiberglass windows in the wild - what’s really easier?
That’s interesting about the install being the real culprit. I’ve seen plenty of “premium” windows underperform just because the flashing or caulking wasn’t done right. You mentioned the darker vinyl warping - did your b...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
I’ve seen my fair share of window projects go sideways, both DIY and pro jobs, and I get where everyone’s coming from. Windows are one of those things you don’t really think about until you’re standing in a cold draft or...
RE: How long do wood window warranties actually last?
That photo trick is actually a lifesaver. I’ve been burned in the past when a customer called me back, saying the window company wouldn’t honor the warranty because they “couldn’t confirm proper maintenance.” Felt like a...
RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?
Man, I hear you on those composite shims. They're supposed to be easier, but half the time I end up trimming or snapping them weird. Honestly, with older houses like your '70s ranch, nothing is truly square - sometimes y...