Great discussion. I'll be the slight contrarian here: am I the only one not completely sold on black frames long-term? Don't get me wrong, they look a...

Reading this makes me actually look forward to next summer... okay maybe not looking forward to 95°F days, but at least I'll be better prepared. New w...

I've had decent luck with PTFE spray on bare wood too, but you're right—painted surfaces seem smoother overall. Humidity hasn't been a huge issue for ...

Yeah, disposal is definitely half the battle. Last summer I replaced a huge bay window and thought I'd just break it down and toss it piece by piece. ...

I've had decent luck using candle wax too—just grab an old candle stub, rub it along the tracks, and give it a few slides to smooth things out. Quick,...

I get what you're saying, but honestly, I think we'd adapt pretty quickly. If the tech was good enough—like really spot-on with color shifts and brigh...

Yeah, the thicker frames bugged me at first too—especially in smaller windows. I ended up going with Tuscany for the insulation benefits though, and a...

Yeah, totally get what you're saying about the upfront cost—definitely feels like a hit at first. But honestly, once you settle into winter and notice...