I’ve actually wondered if automating the dehumidifier would be worth the hassle. I’m still just using a basic plug-in model and checking it every few ...
That’s exactly what puzzles me. There’s this idea of “curb appeal” that seems like the end-all for HOAs, but then you notice the details up close and ...
I totally get wanting someone who’s genuinely curious about what’s behind the walls. When we started working on our place, I was shocked by how much w...
That’s pretty much my approach too. First time I tackled a clogged bathroom sink, I was surprised how much gunk builds up in the trap—gross, but not h...
Totally get where you’re coming from. I spent way too long agonizing over the exact shade of blue for our pool tiles, and honestly, now that it’s done...
I tried the rain barrel thing last year when I had to drain half my pool. Honestly, it was a pain moving buckets around, but it did help avoid floodin...
I’ve been debating if I should go the humidity sensor route or just stick with a basic timer switch. The “fan runs all day because someone boiled wate...
That “soft sheen” you mentioned really does hit the sweet spot. I tried to go full traditional with tung oil on my first go—looked great for about a w...
Smart LED strips are kind of a mixed bag, in my experience. I put some up around my desk area thinking they'd be both "mood" and actually useful for l...
You’re not alone—old houses seem to have a knack for trapping moisture in the weirdest places. I’ve been tearing out some old shelves and found mold h...
I went the LED strip route too, and yeah... the cable management was a pain. Ended up spending hours hiding wires behind beams and panels—looked great...
Had mine cleaned a couple years back after moving into an older place. Honestly, airflow felt about the same, but I swear my morning sneezing fits eas...
Elevated subfloors definitely help, but vinyl isn't foolproof from my experience. Had a minor flood last spring, and moisture still got trapped undern...
Wish I'd known about elderberry roots earlier too. Had one near my garage, and it quickly became a headache—roots started pushing up the paving stones...