- Totally with you on the install mattering more than the material half the time. I’ve seen some “premium” composite jobs where water still found its ...

I've tried velvet curtains too, and while they do help a bit with noise, I found they actually trapped moisture on colder days. Ended up switching to ...

Totally relate to your experience. When we did our windows last spring, we went through almost the exact same thing. At first, we were tempted by thos...

We went with View glass about two years back—similar setup, west-facing windows making afternoons unbearable. Here's my quick take: - Comfort improve...

Did mine a couple years back—definitely underestimated it too. Quick tips: - Measure twice, cut once (seriously). - Have extra sealant handy. - Take b...

- Totally agree on upgrading materials for remote installs—it's just common sense. When you're that far out, you can't afford shortcuts. - Did somethi...

Had a similar issue here, but ours was definitely sealing-related. The caulking around our aluminum frames had cracked and shrunk over the years, lett...

We installed plantation shutters about three years ago, and honestly, they've been pretty great overall. A few quick thoughts: - Insulation-wise, the...

Yeah, I've noticed similar quirks with mine. Went mid-range on the brand, but still get minor lag on really sunny afternoons—nothing too annoying, but...

You're on the right track with the tape—done that myself a few times. If you want something a bit sturdier, clear nail polish can help seal smaller cr...