I’ve actually tried that mesh tape once, but honestly, it didn’t hold up as well as I hoped. Maybe I didn’t prep the surface enough? The metal patches...

Mixing finishes is actually something I’ve been playing around with lately. I used to be all about matching everything—like, chrome on chrome on chrom...

I get what you’re saying, but honestly, the foam inserts kinda bug me after a while. I had birds trying to nest in mine last spring, and cleaning out ...

That splash block tip is gold. I tried skipping that step once and ended up with gravel halfway across the yard after a thunderstorm. Also, I’ve seen ...

Mixing materials really is the way to go, especially if you’re after something that doesn’t look like it belongs at a daycare. I’ve tried composite wi...

It’s wild how many eco labels are out there now—it’s like you need a decoder ring just to buy a cutting board. I get the appeal of “green” stuff, but ...

IS IT JUST ME OR ARE THERE TOO MANY ECO LABELS NOW? It’s wild how many of those labels are out there now. I swear, every time I walk into the paint a...

I hear you on the smart bulbs being a bit finicky outside. I tried some LIFX bulbs in my porch fixtures last winter, and they basically turned into ex...

Totally agree with this. I tried to “wing it” in my garage conversion years ago—let’s just say, I learned what frostbite feels like indoors. Insulatio...

Totally get where you're coming from—those old appliances have a charm you just don’t want to mess up. I’ve had similar regrets with Bar Keepers Frien...

Reclaimed wood definitely adds weight, but I found that as long as you’re not using super thick planks, it’s manageable—just check your joists first. ...

Creeping thyme’s been a game changer for me, honestly. I tried Corsican mint once—looked lush for a bit, but my dog and the neighbor’s kids basically ...