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RE: How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
- Silicone spray’s definitely my go-to for stubborn ones too, but I’ve also had luck with a little WD-40 in a pinch (even though it’s not technically a lubricant). - Been there - masking tape is my secret weapon now...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
- Totally get what you mean about humidity - after I swapped my windows, I noticed the bathroom mirror fogged up way more. - Airflow is weird now. Sometimes the kitchen feels stuffy, even though it’s warmer overall. ...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
- Totally get the “foam in the vent” move. Been there. It’s not pretty, but desperate times… - Same here. I cheaped out on my first set of replacement windows thinking “glass is glass,” but wow, the difference in noise ...
RE: Weird bends in wood shelves - normal or am I doing something wrong?
- I get the appeal of those metal track systems, but honestly, they’re not always a silver bullet for sagging shelves. Even with heavy-duty brackets, if your wall’s not perfectly flat or you’ve got older plaster, things ...
RE: Keeping rooms bright but cool - how do you do it?
- Totally get where you’re coming from with the solar screens. The install on upper floors is a pain, but the difference in heat is pretty wild once they’re up. I had the same issue - felt like I was risking my neck just...
RE: Weird hairline cracks showing up on brand new window panes?
- Gotta say, I’m not totally convinced it’s just “luck of the draw” every time. - - Some installers do a quick look, but I’ve seen a few skip that step if they’re in a rush. - Security film’s decent for holding crac...
RE: Keeping street noise out: what works for sealing old windows?
- Totally with you on the removable caulk - no matter how neat I try to be, there’s always that one bit stuck in the groove that laughs at me. - Rubbing alcohol helps, but sometimes I just end up scraping with a plastic ...
RE: Still looking good after years: aluminum windows holding up
- Totally agree about the circus act. That’s always the moment I regret not just leaving them alone for another year. - I’ve tried running a thin bead of silicone spray in the tracks before popping panels out - helps a ...
RE: Is it worth going solar for the panels or just for the rebate?
- Same here, I went for the solar rebate too but didn’t really see much difference until I tackled air leaks and insulation. - - Totally agree - solar’s cool, but if your place is drafty, you’re just losing that ene...