I’m all about the DIY route too, mostly because I like knowing exactly what’s going on, but I get what you mean about hidden stuff. I once thought I h...

Green board’s been my go-to for the “less splashy” zones too—like, behind the toilet or vanity, where the worst-case scenario is a toothpaste blob or ...

I get wanting to break up the monotony—honestly, I’m all for a bold front door. But sometimes I wonder if there’s a balance between personal flair and...

Totally get what you mean about chasing one problem and finding another. I swear, every time I patch up a drafty window, suddenly there’s condensation...

That’s honestly the truth. I went down the rabbit hole of fancy sprays and “guaranteed” mold blockers too, but nothing’s worked as well as just leavin...

I've never heard of the tea trick either, but now I'm kinda curious to test it out on a hidden corner somewhere...just in case. Honestly though, I've ...

I get your point about DIY spiraling out of control, but honestly, sometimes those unexpected detours are the best part. Like you said: But for me,...

That's interesting, foam boards first then membrane... I actually did the opposite on my first reno—membrane first, then foam boards. My logic was tha...

Had something similar happen when we first moved into our place. We sealed up everything super tight thinking it would keep moisture out... ended up w...

I've actually tried something similar at my place. We used smaller river stones layered over gravel, and then planted some native grasses in between. ...

Yikes, been there myself. I remember pulling out a pair of boots after months tucked away and finding them covered in fuzzy green spots... not exactly...