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RE: GETTING YOUR HOME READY FOR THE WEATHER SHIFT
Before sealing the window frames, I’d add one quick moisture check. Look for condensation, soft wood, staining, or peeling paint first, since sealing in existing dampness can make rot or mold worse. Fix the source and le...
RE: Digging up the backyard: a suburban adventure gone wild
That’s exactly how it feels - like the house is just waiting for me to relax before something else falls apart. I like your pegboard idea, though. I keep thinking about getting one but worry I’ll just end up hanging rand...
RE: Painting your walls without poisoning the planet?
Lime and clay paints really do have a vibe you can’t get with anything else. I’m just starting out with this stuff, and yeah, it’s a bit more work, but honestly feels worth it. The air in the room just seems fresher some...
RE: Keeping the air moving in big, open spaces
I get the love for transoms, but honestly, I’m not totally sold on them for new builds. We looked into adding some above our hallway doors during our reno, but it just felt a little forced with the modern look we were go...
RE: What would you do if your kid wandered into a half-demo’d kitchen?
I hear you on the makeshift barriers being a bit sketchy - my “wall” of cardboard boxes lasted about 10 minutes before my toddler bulldozed through. The dog gate idea is smart, though. I’m still figuring out what works, ...
RE: How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had pretty good luck stretching it to once a year. Maybe it’s just my setup - no big trees nearby, and the gutter guards seem to do their job. I know you said, but for m...
RE: IS IT JUST ME OR ARE THERE TOO MANY ECO LABELS NOW?
IS IT JUST ME OR ARE THERE TOO MANY ECO LABELS NOW? Totally get what you mean. I’m just starting my first reno and it’s honestly overwhelming trying to figure out which label is actually meaningful. I’ll see something w...