Hear, hear! I second that. I'm in the research phase (in Brandon, FL) and this thread has been gold. From technical specs to real-world experiences, i...

@golfplayer86 Thanks for the detailed breakdown of your project. I’m particularly interested in the insurance aspect you mentioned. How much your insu...

I have to share a funny unintended consequence: since getting these super sound-proof windows, I totally missed the FedEx guy at my door a couple time...

I feel your pain on the polyurethane mess. Last summer, I tackled resealing our big picture window and thought I'd be smart going with poly for durabi...

I've noticed the same thing, acetone can be pretty aggressive. One trick I've found helpful is using alcohol first to remove most grime gently, then s...

Good suggestion about checking the balances periodically—I hadn't thought much about that. I went with Tuscany myself, laminated glass included, and h...

We went through this same decision last spring when we replaced our windows. I remember standing in the showroom, tilting and turning all the fancy wi...

I've had vinyl wood-look windows for about seven years now, and honestly, they've held up pretty well overall. Installation quality seems to make a hu...

Totally agree with this. We swapped out our ancient single-pane windows for Marvin about two years ago, and the comfort factor alone made it worth it....

I've been thinking about this too. Last summer, I refinished a set of south-facing windows—careful prep, sanding, conditioner, stain, and three coats ...