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To: disraeligears; fjsva
Securing windows is a good idea. In very strong hurricanes, window or garage door breaches are typically the cause of roof failure. Tape (especially duct tape) is a bad idea, not only because it doesn't prevent shattering, your windows are also ruined because the tape adhesive will be nearly impossible to remove.

If your windows are recessed, the hot items for securing plywood are Plylox Hurricane Clips.

286 posted on 09/12/2005 7:04:21 AM PDT by NautiNurse (The task before us is enormous, but so is the heart of America.)
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To: NautiNurse; disraeligears; fjsva

Here's one in the dumb question category.......could the plywood or shutters (or whatever for protecting windows) be installed from the inside, rather that on the outside?


287 posted on 09/12/2005 8:04:51 AM PDT by Gabz ((Chincoteague, VA) USSG Warning: portable sewing machines cause broken ankles)
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To: NautiNurse
Those clips look interesting. I'm going to buy some nest time I'm at Lowes and try them out.

Ive just screwed plywood over the windows, still have the holes from Isabel.
289 posted on 09/12/2005 8:14:55 AM PDT by fjsva (Ready in Va Beach)
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