I've tried wax-based lubricants myself, and honestly, they're a bit overrated. Sure, they seem promising initially, but in colder climates they tend t...

I've tried window film myself, and honestly... not impressed. It did help a tiny bit with insulation, but my windows ended up looking like they had ca...

Honestly, sometimes the seals aren't even the main culprit—older sliding windows often have hidden gaps where the sash meets the frame. Last winter, I...

Dry PTFE spray sounds intriguing—I haven't tried that yet, but silicone sprays have always been my go-to. They do attract a bit of dust over time, tho...

I've been tempted by the foam guns too, but just haven't pulled the trigger yet—no pun intended. Glad to hear they're not a total gimmick. On the wind...

I went with Pella Impervia myself about three years ago after finally giving up on sanding and repainting my old wood windows every summer (talk about...

You're spot-on about silicone being a pain to smooth out—I've had my fair share of messy finger smears and uneven beads. The soapy water trick definit...

Honestly, I get your frustration—been there myself—but I'm not sure I'd call gas-filled windows totally pointless at altitude. True, the argon or kryp...

Good points about the skylight leaks—been there, done that, got the soggy drywall to prove it. Clerestory windows are definitely lower-maintenance, pl...