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With poor windows responsible for up to 30% of energy loss in a home, it makes sense to replace windows with more efficient units. But if substantially rebuilding the wall gives you pause, insert ...
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How to Install Vinyl Replacement Windows

The windows install from the inside. Give yourself at least half a day to install the first unit. Once you’ve learned the steps, the second retrofit window installation will go much faster. The post ...
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How to Install Recycled Windows

Installing pre-used or salvaged windows in your next DIY project can save you money and keep some perfectly good windows from ...
Replacing your old windows with new ones could make your home quieter, let in more light, keep out cold drafts, and cut your utility bill. But the most expensive replacement windows don’t necessarily ...
Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...
Vintage Mustangs are one of the most popular collectible cars in the world, and that means parts are readily available. Used, NOS (New Old Stock), and reproduction bits and pieces are widely ...
Question: I need to install doors at my house. But I’ve never done it. A friend told me to make the rough opening for the door and frame larger than the actual door-frame dimensions. This seems odd to ...