I get where you’re coming from—there’s a lot of hype around these smart windows, but the energy savings aren’t always as dramatic as the marketing cla...

UV-resistant coatings can definitely help, but they're not a permanent solution. I've seen cases where homeowners applied UV films to vinyl frames, an...

Switchable glass film definitely has its perks, but honestly, from an energy efficiency standpoint, blackout curtains might still have the edge. The f...

You're right to be cautious about aluminum in extreme cold—older models definitely had their issues. But newer aluminum frames have come a long way, e...

Good point about orientation—makes a huge difference. But even south-facing windows can lose heat at night or on cloudy days. I've found insulated cur...