Mulch is my go-to too, but honestly, it’s just hiding the mess rather than fixing it. I tried using some old flagstones once to make a “path” over the...
Black tea's actually a pretty underrated option—I've used it a few times on older oak floors and noticed it does help bring out a richer tone without ...
I've installed a couple of those mechanical keypad locks on older homes, and honestly, they're pretty solid. No batteries is a huge plus environmental...
Had a similar thing happen when I had my kitchen inspected after installing reclaimed wood countertops. Thought he'd grill me about the sealant or sus...
Exactly, inspectors are laser-focused on safety and functionality—your decor isn't even on their radar. Last year, I had this half-installed eco-frien...
Combination boxes are handy, but honestly, I've had mine freeze shut during a bad ice storm—talk about ironic. Maybe consider a trusted neighbor inste...
Totally agree on the LED strips—I've put them in a couple kitchens now, and the difference is night and day. One thing I'd add about older cloth wirin...
Couldn't agree more. I've been advocating for eco-friendly remodels for a while now, and you'd be surprised how often the installation gets overlooked...
I've tried olive oil on stainless steel before, and initially, it looks fantastic—really brings out the shine. But honestly, after a few days, I notic...
Totally agree on the sensor lights—great for sneaking cookies at midnight, but not exactly ideal when you're chopping onions. Under-cabinet LEDs are d...
I totally get the appeal of natural wood, but from experience, composite decking was a game changer for us near the coast. The salt air and humidity r...
Had something similar happen when we redid our attic space. We went heavy on insulation, thinking thicker was better, but ended up with condensation i...
I've had mixed results with simmering water too—definitely boosts humidity, but it can be a bit energy-intensive if you're doing it regularly. Plus, l...
Haha, been there! Smart devices are great, but sometimes they can outsmart us if we're not careful. I've found a middle ground by using motion sensors...
True, they're definitely sleeker than before, but even the best-looking panels still stand out on certain roof styles. Had a client recently who loved...