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RE: How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?
That’s exactly what I run into - old maples and oaks everywhere, so no matter what gadget I try, the debris sneaks through. I’ve wondered if there’s really a “set it and forget it” solution, or if it’s just wishful think...
RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
Has anyone tried running low-voltage wiring along an older fence? I’m curious how it holds up over time, especially with wood that’s not exactly straight or new. I worry about water getting into the connections too - do ...
RE: How do you pace your painting projects - slow and steady or all at once?
I get what you mean about the edging tools - mine just left weird lines and I ended up redoing half the corners anyway. Have you found a brush shape that actually makes cutting in less of a pain? I’ve tried angled sash b...
RE: Why do built-in benches always look better than they feel?
I’ve wondered about that too - like, does adding storage underneath make the seat even higher or more awkward? In my old house, the original window seats have these deep bases for storage, but the cushions are thin and n...
RE: WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?
I get the appeal of headlamps, but I’ve always wondered - don’t they get uncomfortable after a while? Maybe it’s just me, but I find the band starts to dig in if I’m crawling around in the attic for more than an hour. Pl...
RE: When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality
Totally get what you mean about the “patina” - I’ve been told my old farmhouse kitchen has “character,” but sometimes I wonder if that’s just code for “nobody’s fixed this in 50 years.” About the lighting, though: does a...