Vinyl’s always tempting because of the price, but in my experience, it just doesn’t hold up as well if you get wild temperature swings—think hot summe...

Yeah, the hunt for old hardware is brutal. I’ve had more luck at estate sales than anywhere else, but it’s hit or miss. For me, there’s just no substi...

Those old windows have character, no doubt. I’ve seen a lot of folks try to hang onto them for the look, but eventually the drafts and high bills wear...

I installed switchable glass in a client's ensuite bathroom last year, and yeah... silhouettes were definitely an issue. They ended up adding blinds a...

You're spot-on about silicone caulk—it really works wonders. I tried the silica gel packs too, but honestly found them a bit underwhelming. Ended up i...

Yeah, I've seen this happen more times than I can count. Trees seem like a great idea initially, but they can turn into a headache pretty quickly. Hon...

We installed View windows for a client about two years back, and honestly, the tech itself was impressive—smooth transitions, responsive controls, all...

Totally agree vinyl's come a long way, but I'd still say wood has its place. Installed some high-end wood windows for a client last year who was dead-...

Agreed, installation quality is huge. I've seen folks drop serious cash on premium windows only to skimp on proper sealing—total waste. Good vinyl opt...

Yeah, I've seen that flooring scenario play out before... contractors can get pretty defensive about materials they've had bad experiences with. When ...