I hear you on the tape—I've tried a few brands over the years, and it always seems to be a trade-off. It’s great for a quick fix, especially in rental...

That’s exactly why I ended up swapping mine out for thermal curtains with a lighter lining. I get the appeal of total darkness, but honestly, I starte...

I’ve messed around with those citrus-based cleaners on vinyl, too, actually. Maybe it’s just me, but I couldn’t really tell if they did a better job t...

Interesting point about combining storm windows with secondary glazing. Have you actually tried this yourself? I'm genuinely curious because I went th...

Thermal curtains definitely help, but have you considered drafts under doors? Found sealing those gaps with some cheap weather stripping makes a huge ...

Fiberglass windows are definitely worth considering, especially for energy efficiency. Have you looked into how they compare insulation-wise to vinyl?...

Did you notice if the ice crystals formed mostly around the edges or all over the glass? Sometimes even with good sealing, if your indoor humidity is ...