I tried one of those epoxy consolidators on a window sill last fall, and honestly, it was a mixed bag. It did seem to soak in and harden the wood a bi...

Cracking the windows helped me too, but last winter I got a bit paranoid about leaving them open even a smidge because we’d had some break-ins on my s...

That’s interesting—my place came with vinyl windows, and I’ve already noticed a little bowing on the sunniest side, even though they’re only a few yea...

I’m right there with you—just did my first round of tax credits for a new water heater, and the paperwork spiral is real. I tried Google Drive folders...

I was in the same boat last winter, weighing the pros and cons while staring at my dry hands and static-y sweaters. The idea of a central humidifier s...

I totally get that—my old place had original windows and every summer it was a battle with humidity and sticky frames. When I bought this house, I hes...

Funny, I was just thinking about this the other day—my place is from the 50s and it’s like every fix comes with a new quirk. I tried sealing up all th...

Had the exact same issue when I moved into my place. Thought caulk would be the quick fix, but nope—leak came back with a vengeance next rainy season....

I feel your pain on this one. When I bought my first place, I thought heavy curtains would be enough... nope. They helped with echoes inside, but the ...

I've been wondering the same thing, honestly. Last winter was my first in our new place, and we went with vinyl windows to save some cash. Didn't do a...