Funny how “cleaner lines” just means more work for the rest of us who actually liked those snap-ins. When we redid our living room windows, I hunted e...

Incense sticks are a solid idea—I’ve used those too. Another trick I picked up is just wetting your hand and running it slowly around the window frame...

I swapped out all the old windows in our split-level a couple years back, and honestly, it made a bigger difference than I expected. Less noise from t...

I’ve run into the same thing with my 1930s place. The lender barely glanced at my contractor’s bid but wanted every scrap of code paperwork—especially...

That’s spot on about the “character marks”—I’ve got a couple windows that still have a gap or two hidden under a thick bead of caulk. One thing I’d ad...

I’ve had vinyl windows for about six years now, and I hear you on the stickiness. In my place, it’s mostly the sliding ones that get a little harder t...

Yeah, those old houses really keep you guessing. Mine’s from the late 30s and I’m pretty sure the original builders just eyeballed half of it. When I ...

Totally get what you mean about tension rods not holding up—mine never lasted more than a few months either, especially with heavier curtains. Switchi...

We went through a similar process a couple of years ago when upgrading our windows. Definitely noticed the comfort improvement right away—less drafty,...