I agree with the comfort factor being a major benefit—it's surprising how much difference proper insulation and sealing can make. Still, from my exper...

I've tried both options at different times, and honestly, it depends on your expectations. Heavy-duty curtains do help a bit—especially if they're thi...

That's been my experience too—upgraded to triple-pane windows a few years back. They're solid for insulation, but honestly, noise reduction was minima...

Couldn't agree more—those moisture strips never did much for me either. As for painter's tape, FrogTape is great for precision, but honestly, the blue...

Haha, poor dog—always the innocent scapegoat. But yeah, dryer vents are sneaky culprits. I had a similar issue, thought it was my bathroom fan at firs...

I've tried candle wax before too, and while it did help initially, I found it attracted dust and dirt over time, making things worse in the long run. ...

Agreed, the Window & Door foam is definitely more manageable. Still, I've found that even with the "low-expansion" types, ambient temperature make...

I've installed smart film myself, and yeah, it's definitely not as straightforward as the videos make it seem. If you're set on it, maybe practice fir...

I've done both methods over the years, and honestly, paint can last a long time if you prep properly—primer, sanding, the whole deal. But stain does a...