- Weatherstripping is underrated, especially for those weird old windows that never quite shut right. Did that plus foam panels in my 1920s place—cut ...

- Had the same issue with attic stairs—mine weren't even that old, but the gaps were brutal. Used some leftover rigid foam board and duct tape to make...

- Gotta agree, unless your windows are seriously drafty or rotting, debt isn’t worth it. - —yep, I swapped half my windows last year and barely noti...

- Weatherstripping is solid, but I actually got more mileage out of acoustic sealant. It’s messier than standard caulk, but it really fills those weir...

- UV films really just protect the glass, not the frames. Learned that the hard way—my south-facing wood frames still got cooked even with film on. - ...

- Gotta say, I’m a bit more picky about the trim. That “little mismatch” starts to bug me after a while, especially in older homes where the woodwork ...

- Been down this road… polycarb’s tough as nails for hail, but yeah, scratches show up fast if you’re not careful cleaning. - Glass is easier to kee...

- Gutters really are the first line of defense. I’ll admit, I skipped a fall cleaning once and ended up with water dripping INSIDE my kitchen window f...

- Tried both methods, heat gun definitely helps but gotta be careful not to scorch the wood. - Always prime now after a similar peeling disaster...les...

Good tips, especially warming the tape—makes a huge difference. I've found silicone easier to handle indoors, though EPDM definitely holds up better o...