I get being wary of relying on an app, but honestly, some of the newer smart window systems have manual overrides or wall switches as a backup. My old...

Totally get where you’re coming from on the light vs. warmth dilemma. I’ve battled those same drafts in my old cape, and it’s a pain—especially when y...

Nice! I've heard good things about argon fills, especially for colder climates. We went with just the low-E coating on ours last year—definitely notic...

Fiberglass sills can be pretty solid actually. Helped a buddy install some on his beach cottage a few years back, and they've held up surprisingly wel...

Yeah, totally get what you're saying about the argon gas thing. Honestly, it's pretty tricky to tell if it's leaked out unless you notice condensation...

Yeah, most decent brands do list dB ratings, but honestly, take those numbers with a grain of salt. I've found that real-world noise can vary quite a ...

We swapped out a couple casements for awning windows in our kitchen about two years back, and they've been solid through some pretty intense storms. D...

Yeah, direct sunlight can really do a number on window seals, especially in hotter climates. Had a similar issue with my old Pellas after about five y...

Painter's tape is a lifesaver for sure—wish I'd known that trick before my first trim disaster, lol. Finish screws sound interesting, but honestly I'v...

I hadn't really thought about energy efficiency when I painted mine last summer... went with a darker charcoal shade because it looked great. It does ...