Tried peel-and-stick only once on old stucco—didn’t hold up. Ended up patching leaks after the first winter. My go-to now: liquid flashing in corners,...

When I swapped out my old wood windows, I was worried the new ones would look too modern. Here’s what worked for me: 1. Take photos of your house fr...

I actually went with a deep navy on my window trim last year—pretty close to charcoal gray vibes. Here’s what I did: cleaned and sanded, two coats of ...

Definitely agree, hunting for those etched numbers is a pain. Here’s what’s worked for me: first, tilt the sash in and check the top edge—most Simonto...

Can confirm fiberglass holds up better. Had vinyl windows crack on me during a brutal winter snap a few years back...switched after that and haven't h...

Honestly, linen-poly blends can sometimes look a bit too shiny or synthetic for farmhouse style. I've had better luck with washed cotton—soft, casual,...

Good point about flashing—people always overlook that. Another sneaky spot is the sill itself. Had a window that looked perfectly fine, but water was ...

I've noticed the mesh ones can be tricky with smaller debris too. If you're dealing with heavy rains, try looking into the solid-surface guards—they l...

Did the same upgrade a couple years back at around 7,500 ft. Noticeably warmer rooms, fewer drafts, and heating bills dropped a bit too. Price stung i...

Haha, same here. For detailed trim, I usually go chemical too—brush on gel stripper, wait 15 mins, scrub gently with nylon brush, then wipe clean. Way...