Another angle worth considering is energy efficiency. Farmhouse-style frames can be gorgeous, but sometimes simpler trims make it easier to add insula...

Great point about caulking—it's surprising how much difference those small details make. A few other things I've found helpful for foggy windows: - C...

Good tip about cleaning the surface—definitely overlooked that before and ended up redoing the whole thing. Curious, has anyone tried those draft stop...

Good points about curtains—definitely depends on the room. I've found cellular shades alone strike a nice balance: clean look, decent insulation, and ...

Definitely agree warranty and after-sales support are key points. A few other things I'd suggest checking out before signing anything: - Ask about th...

Had a similar thought when I went with Costco for windows last year. Warranty is great, but yeah, found myself on YouTube more than I expected tweakin...

Good points on vinyl holding up better than people expect—I've seen some premium vinyl installs that looked pretty sharp even years later. Also worth ...

Double-glazing can be pricey, true, but I'd argue the improvement isn't just about condensation. It noticeably cuts down drafts and noise too, which m...

Had the same hinge issue last winter—thought I was losing heat through bad seals or something. Turned out it was just those hinges sticking slightly o...