Totally hear you on the towels—sometimes “good enough” just wins out, especially when you’re staring at 80-year-old window trim that looks at drywall ...

If your windows aren’t totally falling apart, repairs can actually go a long way. I’ve reglazed and weatherstripped some 80s wood frames in my own pla...

That’s spot on. One time I tried a full window swap on my cabin—thought it’d be a weekend job, but the “square” opening was more like a parallelogram....

If only there was a magic window that just shrugs off salt air and never needs a wipe-down... I’d be retired on a yacht by now. Honestly, you nailed i...

Ha, yeah, “just a window swap” is never a thing in these old houses. I always tell people: expect the unexpected, especially once you pull the trim an...

That line gave me flashbacks. I swear, some of those old sashes are held in by more paint than actual nails. You start thinking you’re almost done, th...

Vinyl windows can definitely handle cold mountain winters if you pick the right ones and don't skimp on installation. First, make sure you're going wi...

Triple-pane definitely helps in mountain winters—been there, done that. Double-pane isn't terrible, but you'll notice fewer drafts and less condensati...

Totally agree on the insulated blinds—they're a lifesaver. But another thing I've found helpful is checking around window frames and sills for sneaky ...

Haha, textured glass in the kitchen—been there, scrubbed that. You're spot on about smooth glass being easier. Honestly, privacy glass can be great, b...