Honestly, I thought I’d be all about the spreadsheets and color-coded folders, but after two weeks, I was just taping paint chips to the wall and jotting notes on the back of receipts. The only thing that’s stuck is snapping pics of each room with my phone and scribbling the paint name right on the photo using the markup tool. It’s not perfect, but at least I’m not guessing if the hallway is “Cloud Mist” or “Pale Moon” anymore…
Honestly, I get it—trying to keep everything organized can drive you nuts. But for me, a simple shared doc (Google Keep or Notes app) works better than photos.
- Quick to update
- Syncs across devices
- Easier to search later
Photos are great for visual stuff, but when I’m juggling contractors and timelines, having all the details in one spot saves me headaches. Just my two cents... but hey, whatever keeps you sane!
I totally hear you on the shared doc thing—super handy for lists and keeping track of who’s doing what. But I’ll admit, I’m a sucker for snapping a quick photo when a client changes their mind about tile (again). Sometimes a picture just clears up confusion faster than a wall of text. That said, I’ve definitely lost track of which photo is which more than once... so yeah, having both helps me keep my sanity (most days).
Totally get what you mean about photos—sometimes it’s just easier to show than tell. But how do you keep them organized? I tried folders, but then I forget which “bathroom tile” pic is the latest. Ever tried labeling them right after snapping, or is that just wishful thinking?
Honestly, labeling right after snapping sounds great in theory, but I’ve never managed to make it a habit. Usually, I end up with a camera roll full of “IMG_2024…” and then spend way too long figuring out which grout color I liked best. What’s helped me a bit is using an app that lets you add notes to photos—nothing fancy, just a quick line like “tile sample from Eco Depot, March.” Still not perfect, but at least I’m not scrolling through 50 nearly identical shots anymore. Folders alone just don’t cut it for me either.
