summitfox499
summitfox499
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RE: Making homes smarter: how I upgraded my windows for energy savings

I’m right there with you on the “not glamorous” solutions. Got a box of those old draft snakes that look like they came out of a 70s sitcom, but they ...

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RE: Sliding vs. double-hung vinyl windows: which install is less of a headache?

I hear you on the double-hungs being a pain with the weight. I swapped out three of those last spring and my arms were sore for days. The shimming too...

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RE: Keeping the house cool with special window coatings

I get what you mean about missing that warm sunlight—there’s something kind of nice about the old glass, even if it did turn the house into a sauna ha...

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RE: Saw a study on window longevity—are we doing enough?

Those window insulation kits with the shrink film? Tried them a couple winters back, and they did help with drafts, but condensation was still an issu...

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RE: Cheap tricks for keeping car windows clear in the morning

Yeah, I hear you on that. I tried the sock-full-of-rice trick once—looked ridiculous rolling around under my seat and honestly didn’t do much. Found o...

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RE: DIY WINDOW SEAL REPAIRS: SURPRISINGLY DOABLE OR JUST A TEMP FIX?

I get what you’re saying, but honestly, resealing the IGU felt like overkill for me. I looked into it, and between tracking down the right sealant and...

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RE: Tint-changing windows vs. smart blinds—which one's better?

I've actually set up something similar at home—smart blinds hooked up to a sunlight sensor and integrated with my home automation app. Honestly, it's ...

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RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps

I replaced mine about five years ago with the fancy low-E and argon gas combo, and honestly...I'm still not totally convinced. Sure, they're decent wi...