WEEKEND PLUMBING JOBS ARE NEVER JUST A WEEKEND Totally get this. I’ve found that if you’re dealing with anything pre-1950s, you might as well double ...

- Totally get the lockbox idea—super practical, especially if you’re not keen on spending big for “vintage vibe” hardware. - My only hesitation: som...

- Totally hear you, but I keep thinking about landfill waste every time I toss something old. - Sometimes restoring is a pain, but new stuff isn’t alw...

- Been there with the stick-on LEDs—those things are like wishful thinking on old plaster. - Hardwired is definitely more work, but I agree, it’s cl...

- Had a similar experience when I swapped out my old deadbolt for a smart lock last year. - Main thing I noticed: fewer drafts sneaking in, since the ...

Totally get where you’re coming from. I did a deep energy retrofit on a 1950s triplex a couple years back—insulation, vapor barriers, upgraded framing...

I've tried plastic modular shelves before, and here's my quick take: - They're surprisingly sturdy at first, even with heavier items like books or sm...

Good point, but have you considered mechanical push-button locks? No batteries, no electronics to glitch out, and still pretty convenient. Curious if ...