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RE: remodeling on a tight budget - any clever hacks?
Peel-and-stick panels are a lifesaver for rentals, honestly. I’ve used them in a couple flips and they hold up better than I expected, especially for the price. I’m curious - have you tried those waterproof wall panels i...
RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?
Yeah, that “marine grade” label is definitely a money pit sometimes - marketing loves to slap it on everything. I’ve had decent luck with galvanized stuff too, as long as it’s not right in the salt spray zone. Composite ...
RE: When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality
I totally get the “character” thing - sometimes it’s just old house speak for “good luck fixing this.” I tried painting my kitchen ceiling last year, thinking it’d be an easy win. Ended up realizing how much the lighting...
RE: Green board in the news - worth the hype for bathrooms?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen green board fail in a couple of flips, especially behind old tile jobs where grout lines weren’t sealed right. Once moisture gets in, it’s game over - mushy drywall city. Cem...
RE: Green board in the news - worth the hype for bathrooms?
Yeah, that’s been my experience too. Green board’s better than regular drywall, but it’s not really “waterproof” - just a bit more resistant. I’ve started using foam backer boards like Wedi or Kerdi in showers. Costs mor...