I wouldn’t throw in the towel just yet—clay can be stubborn, but it’s not invincible. My place is nearly a century old, and I’ve had my fair share of ...

That’s exactly it. I’ve lost count of the “quick fixes” that turned into multi-day projects once I started poking around in my 1920s bungalow. Half th...

Strict rules and old houses—now there’s a combo that’s given me more gray hairs than raising teenagers. I totally get what you mean about “science exp...

I had the same concern, but a bit of trial and error with the angle did the trick. It took a few soggy mornings, but now it’s just the critters gettin...

Layering cellular shades with heavy curtains actually works pretty well in my old house—keeps the drafts at bay and still gives that cozy, dramatic lo...

Can’t tell you how many times I’ve wished the folks who built my place had cared more about the “boring” stuff. My house is nearly a century old, and ...

Barn lights really do have a certain charm, don’t they? I’ve got one original to the house—probably from the 1940s—and it’s still going strong after a...

I hear you on the backsplash—my first attempt at patching plaster in our old dining room looked fine until the next rainstorm. I agree, structural wor...

That's actually a solid idea, though wiring directly isn't always straightforward, especially in older homes like mine. I once had my smart lock freez...

Couldn't agree more about moisture control—it's often overlooked. In my historic home, I've found that proper ventilation around doorways helps signif...

We went with insulation in our historic home a couple years back, and honestly, the difference surprised me. Foam panels never really cut it for us ei...

I've had peace lilies near closets before, and personally haven't noticed any bug issues. They're pretty hardy and seem to help with humidity control,...

I get where you're coming from—those random giggles or unexpected responses can definitely feel unsettling, especially late at night. Honestly, techno...