I noticed the insulation thing too, but for me it was actually the layout that made the biggest difference. When I first moved into my current place, ...

I've dealt with ridge vents in some pretty snowy regions, and honestly, they've held up pretty well. The key seems to be keeping the ridge clear enoug...

Interesting perspective, but I'd say it really depends on the application. For kitchen hardware, sure, cast metal feels more premium and holds up bett...