I’ve run into those pits plenty—usually after decades of condensation and oxidation. Honestly, short of refinishing, there’s not much that’ll erase th...

I’ve worked on a few places from the same era, and I totally get the hesitation to rip out the originals. Those old sashes have character you just can...

You're spot-on about wood windows requiring consistent upkeep. I've worked on several farmhouse restorations, and while wood undeniably offers unmatch...

That's a good observation—cellular shades mainly tackle thermal insulation. For persistent noise, pairing them with laminated glass windows or acousti...

The water intrusion detective game... fun times, right? Honestly, pinpointing whether it's flashing or siding without opening up at least a small spot...

You're spot-on about Timberwolf being easier to handle. I've had similar experiences—Nelsons tends to split unpredictably, especially near corners. Sp...

That's a really good point. People often underestimate how quickly even the best foam can degrade if it's not properly protected. I've seen some suppo...

Good point about the nighttime privacy issue—frosted film is great for daytime, but yeah, it can get a bit revealing after dark. I've installed a lot ...

Good points about external shading—it's definitely effective. Still, reflective films can be worthwhile, especially if external solutions aren't pract...

The IKEA cabinet idea mentioned earlier is indeed a practical solution—I've seen several homeowners successfully integrate them into bay window seatin...