I've sealed a few old wood sills after a deep clean. It does help slow down the buildup, but honestly, if the window gets a lot of condensation or sun...

You’re hitting on the real-world tradeoffs with all these options, and I think you’re handling it pretty smart. Cordless shades are definitely safer f...

That’s a common complaint, especially on older wood frames. I’ve seen tape let go after a couple seasons, even when folks prepped the surface. Foam’s ...

I've worked with both, and while smart blinds are indeed reliable, I wouldn't completely write off switchable glass. The tech has improved quite a bit...

Layering sheer curtains over solar shades is a good workaround, but honestly, if privacy is your main concern, you might want to consider cellular sha...

Rope caulk's pretty underrated, honestly. I've seen silicone strips done well, but yeah, they're finicky—especially if you're working solo. Rope caulk...

I've had similar experiences with foam strips—they're cheap and easy at first, but yeah, sunlight wrecks them pretty fast. Silicone strips hold up bet...

I installed those plastic film kits on a client's older home last winter, and honestly, they held up surprisingly well. I was skeptical at first too—t...

Yeah, that's definitely something to keep in mind. A few years back, I was working on restoring windows in an older home from the 1920s. Like you, I p...

Weatherstripping tape can definitely help, but another quick fix I've had luck with is window film kits. They're pretty affordable and easy to put up—...