Angel I will say upfront that I think Trane is a step above over Lennox. You fail to identify the size of Lennox furnace quoted. I assume it is the 90 K model. These model numbers of condensers never have the full SEER ratings especially in larger sizes. Here is the matching AHRI number. You should confirm with your dealer. 5991283 Active Systems XC21 SERIES LENNOX INDUSTRIES, INC. XC21-048-230-10 CH33-50/60C+TDR+TXV 1595 1100 SL280UH090XV60C* 49500 13.00 17.70 1 RCU-A-CB 338 Yes I personally think you are fretting too much over the filter box. Yes, Honeywell makes many of the cabinets and filters for many brands. I like Trane Perfect Fit because it is physically made to fit their furnaces. I have that model. Changeout is easy. OEM or generic replacement filters are readily available and with various MERV ratings. Yes, the 803 thermostat has a humidity sensor for improved dehumidification. Otherwise the 802 and 803 are identical. And just so you know, the 8320 and 8321 are the identical Honeywell model numbers to Trane's 802 and 803 and will be less expensive. I think either system correctly sized will do you a nice job. I just like Trane over Lennox. The price difference really is inconsequential. I probably would take into consideration which dealer you have the most confidence in. I am not against reusing existing lineset. However, the lineset must be the correct size to new condenser. If not you shortchange yourself on system's capability and performance/efficiency numbers. Rely on dealer for best coil selection for your application. But verify performance/ efficiency numbers in AHRI Directory. Unfortunately many dealers look out for themselves in this area rather than their customer. IMO This post was edited by tigerdunes on Thu, Oct 24, 13 at 7:19

I do raise and lower my shades every day because some are in a closet/dressing area and some are in our master bath. Third floor, but it is still disconcerting to get undressed in front of black wide windows! The fabric has perfect "pleat memory"--I never have to fuss or adjust. I did NOT do continuous loop--I have that on some others and it is slow and annoying. snbtwins, I'm sorry I don't remember the name of the fabric. It is the only oatmeal-colored "linen" Hancock keeps in stock--they usually have two or three rolls on the big roller dowels. The shades look really nice when they're down. I think the trim keeps them from looking like big ugly rectangles. They maintain the pretty "droop" at the bottom when closed. For me, that droop is important and is what makes "soft" Romans look so much different than straight ones. Rebeccamom--you opened with saying you appreciate the honest opinions on this forum, so here ya go: Sometimes ten minutes and a glue gun looks like...ten minutes and a glue gun!! Seriously, your kitchen is waaaay too nice for a craft project on the windows. They look perfectly lovely with no treatment at all. This post was edited by shanghaimom on Thu, Nov 14, 13 at 16:03

Light filtering shades have a few degrees to pick from; the smaller the holes, the more light is filtered. I had chocolate brown ones in a former house that had a southern exposition in the master, and 3 sets of french doors, lots of heat and light were coming in, I loved that I was able to walk in the room and still see the view, yet not have so much heat generated. We got used to sleeping with light in the morning.

The more I think about it, the more I like the idea. The principal (or the head of the guidance department) will know who is trustworthy, and they can tell you what is a fair wage too. They can even email you photos of bunting decorations for their proms, etc decor and tell you who the students were who were on those decoration committees that might be interested in looking for work. This would not be the right time for you to fall off a ladder, or strain your back from overwork. This would also be helpful for you for later on too, as you might find the strong young man with his friends to rearrange your furniture (for a higher wage) as you change your mind a few times, to mow your lawn, to shovel your snow, and maybe even do some of the gardening. (Just be sure to check the location of the in ground irrigation, the water lines and all other utilities and clearly mark them before you give anyone a shovel.) The energy of older teens is awesome, and their work ethic and ambition should be encouraged, too.