That’s pretty much where I landed too, even though I’ll admit mitered corners can be a hassle when the walls aren’t true. In my 1950s ranch, I tried b...

Funny, I was skeptical about the insulation too, but after putting switchable glass in the kitchen skylight, it didn’t make the room drafty like I exp...

That cracking is pretty normal, especially in older houses where nothing is ever truly square or stable. I tried using new trim once, thinking it’d gi...

Fiberglass frames definitely have their perks, but I'm curious—did you consider aluminum-clad wood frames at all? I've heard they offer a nice balance...

Good point about doors—I hadn't really considered that before. When we upgraded our windows (not Kolbes, but similar double-pane ones), we noticed som...

Glad you mentioned silicone—I found it easier to handle too, especially in tight spots. Foam's insulation is impressive, but silicone's flexibility se...

I've tried silicone spray too, but had similar issues with streaking—maybe it's just tricky to apply evenly? Recently, I've switched to using a dry gr...

I've been leaning toward SageGlass myself, mostly due to their track record. View seems promising tech-wise, but I've read about occasional software g...

Reading what @ericrebel396 and @cars575 said about Pro Tech Windows & Doors – I wanted to chime in that I also had a good experience with them. Th...

This thread has become a fantastic resource – kudos to everyone here. It's true that there's no one-size-fits-all answer; it's about what fits your fi...