- Agree on the draft issue—too much wiggle room is just asking for trouble. I’ve seen installs where someone left a “just-in-case” gap, then spent the...

- Too much gap is definitely a problem. You want just enough space for shims and insulation, but not so much that you’re fighting drafts all winter...

- I’ve seen the same thing with solid-core holding up better, but honestly, the frame shifting is what drives me nuts. Even a well-sealed door can onl...

- Swapped out old brick for fiber cement on my own place a few years back. Noticed the same thing—summer heat sneaks in faster now. - Utility bills bu...

- That hum is exactly why I hesitate to recommend these for offices or bedrooms. In demo rooms, you barely notice it, but in a real-world quiet space,...

- Totally get where you're coming from. Glass is a pain to swap out, but you just can't beat the clarity—plants seem to love it too. - Poly panels are...

You nailed it—patches and putty only get you so far, especially with that coastal humidity. I see folks try to stretch another season all the time, bu...

- Triple-pane definitely cuts down noise, but honestly, I think people underestimate how isolating total silence can feel. - Installed some high-end s...

- Cold and moisture definitely can mess with tint films, especially if the installation wasn't perfect. I've seen uneven curing happen a lot when the ...

Haha, nailed it. Privacy glass is definitely overrated in my experience: - Looks sleek, but nighttime privacy? Questionable at best. - Roller shades ...