Totally get where you're coming from. I tried the “just shim it and move on” method once, too. Looked okay till the first cold snap—then it felt like ...

- Used window tape on my 1950s windows last winter—helped a bit, but yeah, it started peeling once spring hit and I wanted some fresh air. - Noticed...

Good points overall, but I'm still skeptical about the comfort factor being worth the hefty price tag. I mean, fewer drafts sound nice, but is it real...

Good point about the storms shifting, but honestly, I've found that even perfectly fitted storm windows can ice up if humidity's too high inside. Had ...

- True, sealing gaps helps, but honestly... vibration's a whole different beast. - Had neighbors who tried everything—windows, insulation, even heavy ...

Storm windows definitely do the trick long-term, but honestly, they're not always practical for everyone. A few things I've noticed from my own experi...

I've tried both silicone and polyurethane, honestly didn't notice much difference long-term. Silicone seemed easier to apply neatly, but polyurethane ...

I get the landscaping angle, but honestly, I'm still skeptical about north-facing windows. My old apartment had huge north-facing windows—looked amazi...

I've had similar experiences with wax lubes—great at first, but they do get gummy after weather changes. Maybe it's about application technique or fre...

I went double-pane when I replaced mine about two years ago. My reasoning was pretty similar—didn't see the point in spending extra for triple-pane wh...