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RE: Why do built-in benches always look better than they feel?
Yeah, I totally get what you’re saying. I actually tried to DIY a built-in bench for our dining nook to save money, but I ended up making it too deep. It looks great, but my kids basically use it for piling backpacks, no...
RE: Digging up the backyard: a suburban adventure gone wild
I’ve been eyeing corrugated metal for raised beds, too, but I keep getting stuck on the “rattle like crazy in the wind” part. Our backyard basically turns into a wind tunnel every spring - did you just anchor it deeper, ...
RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard
I’ve actually looked into rain gardens for this exact reason - trying to make the drainage look like it’s on purpose, not just a muddy mess. The thing that tripped me up was the amount of water from the pool. It’s a lot ...
RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?
That backsplash story made me laugh - been there. The hardware prices are wild, right? I ended up scouring local salvage shops for stainless stuff and honestly saved a chunk. Did you try marine-grade for the bathroom? It...
RE: Finally got my outdoor space looking cozy and inviting
Finally Got My Outdoor Space Looking Cozy And Inviting I totally get what you mean about the old wood. There’s just something about those scuffs and dents that makes it feel lived-in, you know? I’ve always wondered, tho...
RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard
French drains in clay...yeah, I’ve tried that too and honestly, it felt like digging a trench just to watch it fill up again. I even tried lining it with gravel and fabric, but the water just sat there, same as before. E...
RE: EARTHQUAKE-PROOFED MY FIRST BUILDING AND IT ACTUALLY WORKED
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. I always wonder if I’m just paying for peace of mind or actually making the house safer. We did the bolts and cripple wall too, but skipped the chimney bracing for now since ...
RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair
I've been thinking about switching to fabric bins too, but I'm worried about the cost adding up since I have quite a few closets to tackle. Did you find any budget-friendly options or DIY hacks for breathable storage? Al...
RE: Water leaking around chimney - flashing issue maybe?
Interesting to hear your prep approach made it through four winters already - that's pretty impressive. I've been debating whether to tackle my chimney crown next or just redo the flashing first, since that's where I thi...