We had a similar situation a couple years back. Our windows were decent—not brand new, but definitely not ancient either—but we still had chilly draft...
Layering can definitely help, but just a heads-up—if you're doing cellular shades on huge windows, make sure the brackets are sturdy enough. Seen some...
I get what you're saying about triple-pane being a bit underwhelming if you're already on double-pane. But honestly, from my experience, the real valu...
I've installed fiberglass windows in a few colder climate projects (think Minnesota winters), and honestly, brittleness hasn't been a noticeable issue...
Yeah, cellular shades can be tricky in cabins—been there myself. Cracking them open a bit helps, but you're right, condensation's stubborn. Interior s...
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, mixing window treatments can work really well if you keep some common elements. I've seen plenty of home...
Yeah, you're onto something there. I've seen plenty of high-end tilt windows installed poorly, and they ended up performing worse than basic sliders d...
Yeah, sealing around the frames is definitely one of those sneaky details people overlook. I've seen a few cases where the installers used cheap caulk...
Good point about insulation—I've seen plenty of homes where upgrading windows didn't do much until we tackled attic sealing or wall insulation. Curiou...