Haha, I’ve definitely rocked the towel-in-the-window look during a cold snap—style points zero, but it works. I tried duct tape once and it left this weird residue that took ages to get off. Bubble wrap’s a solid hack though, especially if you double-layer it. Never thought about using a paint stir stick for support... that’s clever. I’ll remember that next time the wind decides to test my windows’ integrity.
I’ve definitely tried the bubble wrap trick too, but I always wonder if it actually keeps much heat in or if it’s just placebo. One winter I taped an old yoga mat over a cracked pane—looked ridiculous but it stopped the draft. Has anyone tried those shrink-wrap window kits? I keep seeing them at the hardware store but never pulled the trigger.