- Totally get the “clean panes make rooms feel bigger and brighter” thing. Same here after ditching the grids—felt like I gained a few square feet. - ...

- Totally get where you're coming from—those crisp new frames really don’t play nice with old plaster. - I’ve found a little imperfection actually a...

- Totally get the dentist’s office vibe from reflective film—had the same thing in my last place. It just made the room feel weirdly sterile, and the ...

Good points on vinyl, I've seen it used plenty in taller buildings. From my experience though: - Fiberglass does seem sturdier long-term, especially ...

I've found caulking usually holds up fine—as long as the initial install was done properly. Thing is, many people slap on new caulk without fully remo...

Good points here, especially about drainage. I've seen folks spend hours sealing windows only to realize later the real issue was clogged gutters or b...

Usually true, but honestly, a good angled cut on the nozzle makes a huge difference too. I used to struggle until I started cutting at about 45 degree...

I'd go blinds all the way—easy to clean, adjustable for privacy and light, and they don't collect dust like curtains do. Plus, ever tried washing curt...

Couple more quick points to add: - Ask about warranty specifics—exactly what's covered and for how long. Had a seal fail once, and the fine print sav...

Yep, had something similar happen here. Spent weeks puzzled why one corner of the living room stayed chilly no matter what. Eventually found a tiny ga...