Tried that route on my basement windows last fall. Here’s my quick and dirty process: tape off the edges, apply the marine stuff with a steady hand (i...

Motorized shades are convenient, sure, but honestly I found them more hassle than they're worth. After dealing with battery replacements a few times, ...

Contrast definitely adds interest, but I'd caution against going too far with it. I've seen homes where the contrast between shutters and flooring was...

I think you're spot on about the messiness of fast-growing trees. I had a similar experience with a silver maple. Sure, it shot up quickly and gave me...

Totally agree on the double-glazing—made a huge difference for me too. One extra tip: check your window seals every fall. Even good windows can leak i...

Yep, pets and window insulation rarely mix well. Had my lab rip through ours chasing reflections from passing cars...fun times. Anyway, if you're look...

Couldn't agree more on this. The window itself—double or triple pane—is only half the battle. I've seen neighbors spend big bucks on triple-pane windo...

Can confirm this. We went with vinyl about two winters ago, and honestly, they've held up great through some pretty harsh mountain storms. I was skept...

Used those film kits myself last winter. They're decent, but the plastic look bugged me after a while. Ended up trying weatherstripping tape around th...

I've messed around with adhesive films quite a bit myself, and yeah, they're decent but definitely not foolproof. If you're leaning toward using them,...