Totally get where you’re coming from—patching does feel like a never-ending cycle with these old houses. Still, even if weatherstripping tape isn’t a ...

Totally agree about the fingerprints—my black trim in the kitchen is basically a magnet for every smudge and crumb. Here’s what worked for me: I went ...

Triple-glazed windows made a world of difference for us too—our place is from ‘79, so I totally get the draft situation. I’ve wondered about those sol...

I’ve actually used those silicone strips on a couple of my old double-hungs. They’re a bit pricier and cutting them takes some patience, but once you ...

Couldn't agree more with this! I've done a fair share of window maintenance myself, and honestly, prep is like 80% of the battle. One thing I'd add is...

Totally agree—it's doable if you're careful, but definitely expect some curveballs. I'd suggest poking around gently first to gauge the extent before ...

Totally agree that install quality is key. When I did mine (Simontons, actually), I spent way more time prepping than installing—cleaned out the openi...

Nice tips overall, especially about the pulley wheels—those things can really gum up over time. Totally relate to this. When I tackled mine, I tho...