Plastic sheets for window insulation: any comments and experience to share?

Plastic sheets for window insulation: any comments and experience to share?
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answer:I find them unsightly. The type that you install inside with double-sided tape and heat to draw tight are the best as far as insulation and view. I don’t recall removing them, sorry. Are you unable to buy replacement windows or storm windows?
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