Yeah, those old houses really keep you on your toes. I’ve done both foam and fiberglass—depends on how wonky the opening is. Foam’s awesome for sealin...
Yeah, I’ve noticed fiberglass holds up way better against hail than aluminum—my neighbor’s got it and their windows still look brand new after a rough...
That line really sums it up. I’ve lost count of the times I thought I’d finally sealed up every last gap, only to find a cold breeze sneaking in from ...
Yeah, I’m with you here. I swapped out two old sliders for double panes last fall, and while it cut down on the drafts, I still had to run the bathroo...
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing—no matter how careful I am, those panels never fully disappear. I tried the silicone trick too, but honestly, I stil...
Couldn’t agree more about draught-proofing strips—those things are seriously underrated. I slapped some on my 1930s sashes last winter and the differe...
I’ve noticed the same thing with vinyl—ours turned kind of grayish after a few years, especially on the side that gets hammered by wind and sun. Tried...
Yeah, those restrictor stays are a double-edged sword. I put one on the kitchen window to keep it from slamming, but every time I try to clean the out...
Yeah, those custom sizes are brutal on the wallet. I did a couple of oddball windows in my 1935 place and nearly choked when I saw the quote. Honestly...
