I've been following this thread because I've got a similar issue—huge windows facing west, and the afternoon sun is brutal. I went with thermal blacko...

That's a really good point about the frames. When we moved into our place, I was convinced the big windows were the main culprit behind our crazy heat...

True enough, but I think it depends a lot on the quality of the windows and how they're installed. We replaced ours about five years ago—went from old...

I've had decent luck with spar varnish too, but honestly, the ambering bugs me more than a little. Have you ever tried a water-based polyurethane inst...

Couldn't agree more. But now I'm wondering...is the difference between Andersen 100 and Pella 250 really noticeable if you're meticulous with sealing?...

I had a similar situation a couple winters ago—storm knocked a branch right through our kitchen window. I tried the heavy-duty painter's plastic at fi...