Good tip about acetone—I didn't realize it could dull vinyl frames. I've always just scraped foam off glass with a razor blade once it's dry, but your...
I was skeptical too, but honestly, after upgrading mine last year, summer AC bills dropped quite a bit. Winter wasn't as noticeable though...maybe dep...
Had vinyl windows installed at my folks' cabin a few years back—about 7,500 ft elevation—and they've definitely warped a bit. Not terrible, but notice...
I've noticed the same discoloration issue on my vinyl windows too, especially the ones facing direct sunlight. UV film might help a bit, but honestly,...
Good point about the frames. When we swapped ours, I didn't even think to check insulation at first. A few months later, I noticed drafts around the e...
I've been thinking about this too, because cracking the window does seem to help temporarily, but it feels like a bit of a band-aid solution. Last win...
Had a similar experience with Andersen windows a couple years back. Warranty wording was tighter, but honestly, once I showed them detailed install ph...
Good tip on the caulking, hadn't thought about checking that regularly. I've noticed the vinyl does seem quieter overall, but yeah, those random creak...
I've had similar issues with caulk cracking after winters, even the supposedly "weatherproof" stuff. Foam sealant is decent, but personally, I've foun...