That’s honestly a smart way to check—paint can hide a lot of sins, and I’ve definitely been fooled by a fresh coat before. It’s wild how something can...

That’s a good point about the foam—honestly, I learned the hard way too. The first window I did, I was convinced more insulation meant better results,...

That’s been my experience too. I used to think windows were the big ticket, but after crawling around my 1960s ranch and hitting all the random spots ...

Yeah, sanding is the part I dread most too, but it really does pay off in the long run. I redid the window frames in our drafty old kitchen last fall—...

I totally get what you mean about the cold just seeping through single panes, even with thick curtains. I actually tried one of those clear insulating...

Totally get what you mean about the shrink film—tried it once and it just made me grumpy every time I wanted to crack a window. Heavy curtains have be...

Yeah, sealing is everything—my installer got a bit lazy around one corner and I could feel a draft whenever the wind picked up. Had to go back with so...

I get the appeal of quick fixes, but honestly, after I swapped out my old tension rods for properly mounted brackets, my heating bill actually dropped...

Totally agree, silicone bulb seals are a solid choice. I swapped out foam tape for silicone seals last fall, and the difference was noticeable right a...