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RE: Estimating long-term maintenance costs: hardwood vs vinyl or laminate
The 312 sq. ft. comparison should also include the assumed replacement cycle, not just the next repair. Otherwise a lower-cost floor can look cheaper simply because its shorter service life is hidden. For each option, I...
RE: How to spot if your home is actually quake-ready
Chimneys are such a headache, right? I’ve run into the same thing - everything else is dialed in, but then you find that old stack just waiting to cause trouble. I totally get what you mean about inspectors too. Some wan...
RE: How do you pace your painting projects - slow and steady or all at once?
I get the logic behind “I’d rather have a room half-done but perfect than ‘done’ and have to stare at brush marks for years,” but I’ve actually had better luck keeping a wet edge and moving quickly through a whole wall. ...
RE: Swapping out old faucets and toilets - what brands actually last?
I’ve actually had a similar experience with Kohler - installed one of their “Vibrant Stainless” kitchen faucets about three years ago, and honestly, the finish is holding up better than I expected. That said, the handle ...
RE: Why is it so hard to find eco-friendly lumber that doesn’t cost a fortune?
I get what you’re saying about the price tag, but honestly, I’m not convinced it’s just the label you’re paying for. FSC does have stricter chain-of-custody requirements and that adds overhead, but from what I’ve seen, t...