Yeah, gotta agree with you there—no window type is perfect. I've had sliders that were a nightmare to pop out for cleaning, especially on the second f...

Yeah, those cheap hygrometers can be hit or miss though—had one that was off by almost 10% compared to a buddy's pricier model. Ended up chasing my ta...

I went acrylic a couple years back too, and yeah, the weight difference is a lifesaver when you're balancing on a ladder in freezing temps. Agree abou...

I've tried both cellular shades and window films, and honestly, the films made a bigger difference for me. Shades are nice and cozy-looking, but when ...

Yeah, that candle trick is surprisingly effective. I was pretty skeptical at first—seemed a bit too old-school—but it actually pinpointed drafts bette...

Interesting you say that—I've been tracking our energy bills closely since we swapped out our windows about two years ago. Honestly, I haven't seen en...

Yeah, that's pretty much my experience too. Foam can be awesome, especially out here where drafts and cold snaps are no joke. But honestly, I've seen ...

I've tried the cellular shades myself, and yeah, they're decent at insulation, but honestly, pairing them with curtains felt like a bit much. Did it i...

Totally agree that a laser level can save your sanity, but honestly, even with one, older houses have a way of throwing curveballs. Last time I did wi...