I get your point about installation quality and frames, but honestly, laminated glass made a noticeable difference for me even with just an average in...

That's a smart move, honestly. I usually just break mine down and recycle the glass separately—bit of a hassle but feels responsible. Might try your m...

I've had good luck with Nelson composite shims—they're pretty consistent and don't snap as easily as some cheaper ones I've tried. Had a similar night...

I've had decent luck with stain myself, especially on older wood windows. Paint can definitely hold up, but once it starts peeling, it's a pain to fix...

Been there myself—salvage yards can be hit or miss. Sometimes you luck out with a perfect match, other times you're stuck modifying parts to fit. Stil...

Fiberglass is definitely underrated. Installed them myself about three years ago, and they've held up impressively through some pretty humid summers—n...