Yeah, curtains are mostly cosmetic in my experience too. One more thing to consider—weatherstripping tape around the window sashes. It's cheap, easy t...

Adjustable sweeps are a solid choice, definitely worth the effort. I've also found that pairing them with weatherstripping around the frame edges help...

I've had pretty good luck with weatherstripping too, especially around older windows. Another thing that worked surprisingly well for me was rope caul...

Good points overall, but I'd actually caution against relying too heavily on shims. They're handy for minor adjustments, sure, but if you find yoursel...

Totally agree, silicone caulk is usually the way to go first. Another thing I've found helpful is using painter's tape along the trim edges before cau...

Fabric roller blinds are a solid suggestion. I've used them in small bedrooms before—easy to install and maintain, plus they don't overwhelm the space...

I hear you on the bamboo issue... learned that lesson the hard way myself. I planted some a few years back thinking it'd be a quick fix for privacy an...