Muntins or no muntins?
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Comments (7)a) Fix the storms so that they don't let any air in. You could caulk them in permenently on the top and sides (never caulk the bottom of storms) or fit some good weatherstripping. There is a pile type (fuzzy) weatherstrip that would work well here, and it's available in self-stick, but it has to be clean dry & warm to adhere. It's also made to slip into a thin saw kerf cut into the edge of the storms, but that's a pro install detail. b) Fix the weatherstripping situation on the french windows themselves. Repair whatever system is already there, or have it retrofitted with a good setup, which can be either vinyl or metal, depending on the budget. c) Have a storm panel added to the outside of the casements. This could be either glass (in a thin metal frame) attached with screws or buttons, or plexiglass screwed into the sash and sealed with caulk. If the windows face south or get lots of sun exposure, the permanent install is not recommended, as the summer heat buildup will damage the leaded glass. OR d) have the leading redone so the panes are once again tight and weatherproof as they were originally. Time takes its toll on lead and the "cement" used to fill in and strengthen the assembly. Casey...See MoreHow do I know if I need to replace my windows?
Comments (11)I presume your present windows are single pane. Any storm windows? As you have been told, the pratice of replacing the material around the mullions is reglazing. If these windows are 4 over 4, or even 8 over 8, the reglazing is a big job. Caulking is done where the window frame sits in the frame both outside and inside. Obviously, you live in a part of the country not noted for mild winters so anything you can do to elivate the drafts should pay some dividends. Now, if I was looking at your home for a possible purchase, my first consideration is how much money will I need to spend to bring this home up to date. However, if you spend (pick a number) to replace windows with double or triple pane vinyl/fiberglass windows,would that cost bring a higher price for your home in relation to the neighborhood?...See MorePlease help me with cabinets decisions! Several Questions.
Comments (21)I will be happy not to push the DW around every day, or move the trash can and cat bowls to access cabinets, or banging my arm on the microwave that sits on a cart that sticks out into the doorway. I also wanted to move the stove away from the bathroom door. If I'm cooking and someone is in there I am at least 15 extra inches way from them. I had to keep reducing my storage space in order to get the functionality that I was looking for (such as long stretches of open counter, microwave above the counter). Although I hated to lose 1 square inch I finally had to prioritize those things that would affect me every DAY when I use the kitchen versus storage for things that I use once a week, once a month or even once a year. So I will be storing some less often used things a little further away, maybe even in the garage, but the DAILY use stuff is easier. I know you have a budget cap and moving things around will start to eat it up fast, but consider trying to do things that will affect you all the time, even if you have to sacrifice some storage space. Which would you rather do, roll the dishwasher in and connect it every day, or bring the breadmaker in from the garage/basement twice a year...they're not comparable, but I think you get my point. Think about what annoys you DAILY and spend your money on that. On another note I can commiserate with you on not being able to discuss things with DH. In my case it's DW. When we started this project I just assumed she would be very interested in every detail. I quickly discovered I couldn't hold her attention with kitchen stuff for more than about 30 seconds. Who would have thought I would have married the one woman who's not interested in colors, design, styles (just kidding). But then my wife and I are a little backwards...we often joke about how we kind of reverse stereotypical roles. Anyway I found Gardenweb and I had an outlet for my desire to talk about all things kitchen... Of course I never really had to argue about anything because she would go along with whatever I wanted...so it's all good. :) - Jim...See MorePlease help! Are these well proportioned? Pictures
Comments (7)bmorepanic, I have to apologize!! The bottom sketch is something I hurriedly put up to give a sense of placement for the upper cabinets. The notes and measurements on it are things I've scribbled to myself over a period of time. I should have erased them, they don't mean anything to anyone but me! And the scale of the details isn't exact. I make more detailed drawings for each specific cabinet. Thank you for looking so thoroughly! Right now I'm just trying to figure out what the drawer height should be. Having said that, the width difference you mentioned in #2 bothers me too. I'm not sure what else to do there, since the sink centering under the window, and the DW next to it, are what dictated this row of base cabinets. The cabinet left of the DW just fills the leftover space. I was hoping that in 3-D the width difference wouldn't be as apparent. That whole corner of the room isn't good. I wanted to make the trash pull-out on the right of the sink the same width as the DW, for symmetry. Now you've made me realize that with everything else being symmetrical, the troublesome cabinet stands out even more. Does anyone have any ideas that could improve this problem? I could put the DW on the right of the sink and make the trash pull-out narrower, but then I lose the symmetry, and the DW is uncomfortably wedged into the right corner. I'm stumped. The drawers of the upper cabinets will hold flatware (in one) and probably kitchen towels and dishcloths in the other. sailorman, thanks for your feedback. I'll do a sketch of that. I do think the cabinet will look more grounded with a taller drawer....See More- 17 days ago
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