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RE: Knocking down walls: living with one big space
Funny you mention guests waving at sensors - I had a friend over who tried to “clap on” the lights, thinking I’d gone full retro. Instead, he triggered the kitchen fan and scared my dog half to death. It’s wild how open ...
RE: Building a deck that doesn’t wreck the planet
I get the appeal of thermally modified wood, but I’ve actually had a different experience with buyers - at least in my neck of the woods (pun intended). Last year, I flipped a place with a composite deck that was about f...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
That’s wild about the deck - reminds me of a flip I bought where the “new” kitchen cabinets were just the old ones painted shut. I hear you on the tech, though. Sometimes a simple checklist on my phone works better than ...
RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?
Had a place once where the only clue was a slightly warped baseboard - turned out water had been dripping behind the wall for months. DIY checks are great for the obvious stuff, but older homes? I usually bite the bullet...
RE: Smart lights vs smart switches for yard setup?
Smart Bulbs Still Have Their Place Funny thing - I used to think the same, but after a few rental turnovers, I actually went back to smart bulbs in some spots. Hear me out: if you put a little “don’t touch” sticker or...
RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?
Had a similar experience with exposed brick in a bathroom a couple years back. Thought it looked amazing at first - gave the space that rustic charm - but moisture was a nightmare. Ended up sealing it too, but also insta...
RE: If I wanted a backyard guest house, how deep would my pockets need to be?
Copper mesh is a solid tip - I wish I'd known about it sooner. A few years back, I converted an old detached garage into a cozy little guest house for visiting family and friends. Thought I'd planned everything perfectly...