You nailed it about cleaning clerestory windows—mine collect dust like crazy, especially during pollen season. I do love how they keep the living room...

That’s a good heads up—I didn’t realize how much weight difference there’d be until I helped my neighbor swap out his old windows. We had to reinforce...

I always start by checking if the trim comes off cleanly—sometimes you can spot rot or old insulation right away. Ever run into hidden electrical or p...

Nailed it about the prep—honestly, the taping alone almost made me regret going for a bold trim color last summer. I picked this deep olive green for ...

Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve gone down the patch-and-tinker road too. If you haven’t tried it yet, rope caulk is a lifesaver for sealing...

Haha, I totally feel your pain on the never-ending cycle of home improvements. When we swapped our windows a couple years back, I noticed the dust thi...

Weatherstripping tape is great, but if you're looking for a quick fix that's even easier (and pretty cheap), try bubble wrap. Sounds weird, I know, bu...

Totally feel your pain on chasing drafts—been there myself more times than I'd like to admit. Quick tip: grab a candle or incense stick, slowly move i...