Had a similar issue with a basement renovation a while back. Thought sealing it tight would keep moisture out, but ended up trapping humidity inside i...

Totally agree on the curtains—had a client once who insisted on these thick velvet drapes in their living room. Looked great, but within a few weeks t...

I've tackled a few older homes with similar issues, and honestly, sometimes it's just about accepting the quirks. Ventilation and moisture absorbers a...

That's solid advice about the rings—my old mentor used to say something similar. Another thing he drilled into me was giving boards a quick sight down...