Yeah, I’ve had the same problem with burlap—once it gets wet, it’s just a soggy mess. The gravel at the outflow is a solid idea. Sometimes I toss in a...

I’ve definitely noticed the putty knife trick helps, at least for me. I used to just press the tape down with my fingers and hope for the best, but th...

I get the appeal of liquid-applied membranes, especially for tricky spaces, but I’ve actually had better luck with sheet membranes in coastal spots. T...

Couldn’t agree more. I used to get worked up over every scratch too, but it’s just not worth it—especially with pets running around. If you want a bit...