I’m in the middle of this right now, actually. My house was built in 1937 and the windows are all original, but they’re rough—paint peeling, a couple ...

Did the shrink-wrap thing last year—worked fine, but hated the look. Ended up using rope caulk this season. Just press it into gaps, no mess, and peel...

Fair point on the wallet, but honestly, tension rods can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on your window size and wall texture. Tried them myself when I...

I've thought about trying these DIY film kits, but honestly, after watching my neighbor struggle with one, I'm a bit skeptical. He spent an entire aft...

I dunno, sealing helps but only goes so far. Last winter I put in vinyl windows—nothing fancy—and the drafts dropped way more than expected. Maybe fib...

Fair enough, but honestly, double panes plus thorough sealing and insulation can get you pretty close noise-wise for way cheaper. I'd tackle air gaps ...

Had a similar experience when I replaced windows last year—installer stressed sealing and leveling above all else. Definitely noticed fewer drafts aft...

Definitely noticed less noise here too. If you're unsure, try standing near the window during rush hour—compare it to another room with older windows....

Good point about reflective films. Just did this myself last month—here's what worked for me: 1. Cleaned windows thoroughly (trust me, don't skip thi...