I get where you're coming from—sometimes upcycling just means moving junk from one pile to another. I tried using a couple leftover panes as interior ...

You’re spot on about the “fridge” effect with aluminum. I had that same cold drafty feel in my kitchen before switching to fiberglass. Here’s what wor...

Yeah, the install surprises are what really got me too. Here’s what worked for me: 1) Always assume there’s hidden damage—old houses just have layers ...

Yeah, the plastic window kits definitely do the trick for drafts, but I hear you—they’re not exactly subtle. I’ve used rope caulk on my old wood windo...

Dealing with old, drafty windows is just a never-ending project. My place is 1920s, and none of the frames are square anymore. Here’s what worked for ...

Yeah, I've had the same issue—rope caulk gets kinda grimy after a while. What worked for me was just wiping it down with a damp cloth every few months...