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RE: Dreaming up the ultimate smart window features
- Totally get the “time travel” issue - mine once decided it was noon at midnight after a storm. - I switched to Lutron Serena shades last winter. They’ve been pretty solid, but yeah, if the hub loses power, you have t...
RE: Do triple pane windows make rooms feel darker?
- I totally get wanting more light - my kitchen faces north and I was worried about it feeling like a cave with triple pane. - Ended up going with a “solar gain” low-e coating and honestly, it’s not as bright as the ol...
RE: Is it really cheaper to swap your own windows? Real numbers wanted
- Had the same thought, but after doing two windows myself, I get where you’re coming from. - - My costs: $400/window for materials, but I forgot about dump fees and unexpected rot repair - added $150. - Saved mon...
RE: Why is taking out old windows such a pain?
- Totally get where you’re coming from - That’s the worst. - I’ve had both: some windows in my 1920s place were basically fossilized, others turned to powder the second I touched them. - For the brittle ones, I foun...
RE: Figuring out what you’ll actually pay for Milgard Tuscany windows
- Had the same issue with vague charges when we did our kitchen windows. “Miscellaneous” turned out to be a catch-all for stuff I never would’ve guessed - like extra insulation and disposal fees. - Installer showed me a ...
RE: Finally upgraded to Kolbe windows, anyone else notice a difference?
I get why you went with Kolbe, they definitely have a solid rep. But honestly, I've had pretty good luck with DIY sealing - just took some trial and error (and maybe a bit of stubbornness). I found that investing in high...