Yeah, you nailed it—people blame the glass, but it’s almost always the frame or the install job. I’ve seen “soundproof” windows let in a ton of noise ...
Honestly, the rotating art panels sound fun in theory, but having seen a few “modular” window setups over the years, they’re way more hassle than peop...
That’s fair—if you’ve got the patience (and the right tools), the savings can be real. I did three windows on my own a couple years back and yeah, the...
Extractor fans with sensors are handy, but honestly, if your old windows are drafty, a fan’s just a band-aid. I’ve seen folks swap to modern windows a...
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from. I see a lot of folks trying to keep original windows for the “charm,” but after enough cold drafts and wildlife ...
That’s pretty spot-on. Most of the “wow” factor with new windows comes when you’re replacing really rough old ones—like if you can feel the breeze com...
Honestly, I’ve seen a lot of folks slap foam tape on and call it a day, but yeah, it’s not exactly pretty. Does the job in a pinch, though. The “premi...
Couldn’t agree more—those miracle cleaners are usually all hype. I’ve seen folks try every spray on the shelf, but nothing beats a bit of elbow grease...
Yeah, those old houses never make trim work easy. I’ve run into the same headaches—nothing’s square, so there’s always a bit of “creative problem solv...
Yeah, I hear you on latex being easier overall, but honestly, I've had mixed results with it on window frames. A couple years back, I was helping a fr...
