Rope caulk’s been my go-to for years, especially in this old house where the windows are more “decorative” than functional half the time. Those foam s...

Weatherstripping tape is underrated, honestly. I used to think it was a pain—especially getting it to stick in the winter when everything’s cold and a...

Had the exact same experience with the blue tape and plastic—my “seal” looked more like a patchwork quilt than an actual barrier. I tried those magnet...

I get where you’re coming from about the sanding, but honestly, I’ve always thought it was a bit overrated for polycarbonate edges—at least for the ki...

I know exactly what you mean about the paint—sometimes I feel like I spend more time scraping layers off than actually fixing the sash. I’m with you o...

That “surprise” line item is a lifesaver—learned that the hard way when I found carpenter ants in a sill mid-project. I’d also say, don’t cheap out on...

That right there is the kicker—condensation between panes is pretty much a dealbreaker for me, and you nailed it about the install. I did a whole set ...

Good points all around. I've done farmhouse trims in a couple rooms myself and honestly, I still love them. But yeah, smaller spaces can feel tight if...

I've messed around with acrylic sheets too, and yeah, they help a bit. But honestly, for that deep rumble you're talking about—like buses or trucks ro...

Yeah, silicone definitely has its limits. I switched to polyurethane sealant about three years ago when I redid the windows on my south-facing side—to...