Everywhere Steve Jordan goes, fans flock, eager to hear words of wisdom about old wooden windows -- from rot to weatherstripping. What seems like a simple question can lead to hours of debate. "It's ...

Dear James: My existing old double-hung windows still look nice, but they leak outdoor air and are difficult to open and close. What can I do to improve them myself? -- Kevin J.

Thirty years ago, a botanist in Germany had a simple wish: to see the inner workings of woody plants without dissecting them. By bleaching away the pigments in plant cells, Siegfried Fink managed to ...

Wooden windows can imbue any home with a simple, timeless appeal, but that classic aesthetic comes at the price of a few practical issues. One of the biggest problems with wood windows is that they ...