That’s the way to do it—function over fuss. I’ve wasted way too much time and money on “statement pieces” that just ended up gathering dust. Reclaimed...
Couldn’t agree more about the magic in mixing eras. I’ve retrofitted a 1920s bungalow with smart switches and sensors, and honestly, it’s made life ea...
That’s the truth. If your oven can’t hold a seal, convection’s pointless—might as well be using a campfire. I’ve replaced more gaskets than I care to ...
Layering is definitely the way to go if you want both privacy and light—totally agree there. I’ve wrestled with privacy film too, and honestly, unless...
I hear you on the tea tree oil—tried it once and my partner complained for days about the “weird spa smell.” Honestly, I’m more of a fan of just insta...
Totally agree silicone-based sealants are the way to go, especially if you're dealing with any kind of structural movement. Yeah, they're messy and a ...
Twice a year is solid advice, especially for older decks—though honestly, I think how exposed your deck is to weather matters a lot too. Mine gets ham...
I've found eggshell pretty forgiving too, but matte paint...ugh, that's another story. Even a slightly damp cloth can sometimes leave marks if you're ...
Totally agree about traditional grout. I've done several bathroom remodels, and honestly, epoxy grout can be a real pain to work with—sticky, messy, a...
French drains are solid, but honestly, if you're dealing with serious seasonal flooding, pairing them with a sump pump is totally worth the extra hass...
Synthetic blends can help with sagging, yeah, but honestly they kill the fantasy vibe a bit. I've had decent luck with treated canvas—still natural-lo...
I've done something similar before, and yeah, humidity can definitely be an issue. If your basement is already damp, fabric might start to smell musty...
Yeah, the online portal definitely helps streamline things, but honestly, even that isn't foolproof. I remember uploading detailed plans for a deck ex...
Hadn't thought about the vibration angle, interesting point. I installed a quieter opener last summer and ended up with birds nesting right above the ...