window acting wonky? could be your hinges...

Had something similar happen last winter. Thought the window seal was shot because I kept feeling a draft, but turns out it was just slightly misaligned hinges. Couple quick adjustments and it sealed right up again.

A few other random tips I've picked up over the years:

- If your window's sliding track feels gritty or rough, don't just spray WD-40 everywhere. Use a silicone-based lubricant instead - doesn't attract dirt and lasts longer.
- Check your weatherstripping regularly. Even tiny gaps can kill your heating/cooling efficiency. Easy fix, cheap materials.
- For wooden windows that swell in humidity, rubbing a bit of candle wax along the edges can help them glide better.
- Also skeptical about those expensive window insulation film kits... but honestly, they've saved me noticeable money in colder months. Ugly as heck though.

Good reminder about hinges though - sometimes it's really just the little stuff we overlook.

Good catch on the hinges - had the same issue myself. Funny how often it's something simple like that. And yeah, silicone spray beats WD-40 hands down for window tracks... learned that the hard way.

Had the same hinge issue last winter - thought I was losing heat through bad seals or something. Turned out it was just those hinges sticking slightly open. Quick silicone spray and problem solved. Crazy how much difference a tiny fix can make on energy bills... Learned to always check hinges first before diving into bigger fixes.