- Had similar issues when we replaced ours last year—standard sizes didn't quite line up. - Ended up getting a few custom-sized windows for tricky spo...

Thermal curtains are great, agreed. Also worth checking out: - Weatherstripping kits for sealing gaps—cheap and super easy to install. - Clear window...

I tried the shrink film last year, and it actually worked better than I expected. My place is an older home, and the windows are definitely past their...

- Totally agree on the aluminum flashing—used it myself and it works great, just gotta watch those edges. - Another handy trick I've found is using ol...

- Learned this the hard way myself—spent days sealing windows, only to realize water was sneaking in around the chimney flashing. - Always worth check...

Yeah, trimming ease is definitely a plus. I've only used regular foam so far—anyone notice if window-specific foam holds up better over time, like res...

Tried the soft brush + hose method last weekend—worked pretty well. Quick notes: - Definitely faster than removing screens completely. - Corners clea...

Totally get where you're coming from, but just to offer another perspective... stain can actually hold up really well if you use the right product and...