- Totally get your frustration—been there myself chasing mystery leaks. - Honestly, weather stripping probably won't do much for actual water intrusio...

PTFE's alright, but graphite powder isn't always the best either from what I've seen: - Tried graphite last winter—ended up staining the window frame...

- Good point about newer models, but honestly I'd still worry about reliability long-term. - Blinds might collect dust, sure, but at least they're sim...

Yep, been there myself... first winter in my house, thought I'd save a few bucks with the cheap stuff. Big mistake. Couple quick things I've picked up...

- Caulk definitely seems cleaner, but I'm skeptical about long-term durability, especially with big windows. - Foam expands and fills gaps better, pro...

- Had mixed experiences myself... - Direct crews installed my windows—training seemed solid, but supervision was hit or miss. - Friend hired subcontra...

Fair points, but honestly, after a few weeks you barely notice frame thickness...I went with Tuscany too, and now I mostly appreciate the insulation a...

Had something similar happen last year—noticed a weird crack near my kitchen window. Thought it was nothing at first, but drywall felt soft too. Turne...