Funny how you mention the newspaper insulation—I’ve run into that too, and even some old wool rags stuffed in the gaps. It’s amazing what people used ...

I hear you on the grooves being dust traps. We put farmhouse trim in our mudroom a couple years back, and honestly, it looks great from a distance but...

One thing I keep circling back to is how much you actually use the blinds or tint feature day-to-day. I mean, I like the idea of electrochromic glass—...

Couldn't agree more with this. I was skeptical at first because of the upfront costs, but after crunching the numbers, I realized it really does pay o...

I had a similar experience when we moved into our current place. The previous owners had installed these huge floor-to-ceiling windows in the living r...

I've had similar experiences with foam around my attic vents—worked great at first, but after a few seasons, it started cracking and letting drafts in...

Your point about reliability is a good one. I hadn't really thought much about control panel glitches or maintenance issues down the line. I've been c...

I've used silicone grease on window hinges a few times. It definitely feels smoother than WD-40 and doesn't drip everywhere. But yeah, it does attract...

Good point about installation quality—I agree it's crucial—but honestly, I've seen well-installed vinyl windows fog up pretty badly after just a few y...

Did a few Simonton retrofits myself last summer—honestly, they're pretty straightforward if you're decent with basic tools. Just take your time measur...