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RE: What would you do if your kid wandered into a half-demo’d kitchen?
- I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had mixed luck with pressure-mounted gates. My toddler figured out how to shake one loose in a day. - Sometimes I just barricade the door with a heavy dresser or sta...
RE: Knocking down walls: living with one big space
- TRVs are actually pretty handy for temp control, even in bigger spaces. - I put one on our main radiator after we opened up the living/dining area. It took a bit to get used to, but it does help keep things from gett...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
- I get where you’re coming from, but I’m still a bit nervous about spray foam in older places. - My neighbor did spray foam in his 1910 house and ended up with weird smells and some warped trim. Installer swore it was...
RE: Keeping Wood Floors in the Kitchen Looking Sharp
- Totally agree about the felt pads - those things are lifesavers. - I’d add: keep a small rug by the sink. Even with mats, water splashes sneak through, and that’s where my floor started to dull out first. - For scr...
RE: my house is getting smarter than me, and it's kinda weird
- Totally get what you mean about the “smart everything” trend. - I’ve only just started adding a few things - like smart plugs and a video doorbell. Those have actually been pretty handy, especially when my hands are ...
RE: Bumping out vs. building up: which way to expand?
- We’re in the middle of a bump-out right now, and I totally get what you mean about the mess. It’s still chaos, but at least we’re not dodging tarps on the stairs every morning. - Flooring has been my biggest headache t...
RE: If I wanted a backyard guest house, how deep would my pockets need to be?
- Been there, honestly. I thought converting our old garage would be a quick win, but it turned into a whole saga. - Here’s what I learned (the hard way): - City codes are no joke - inspections can add surprise co...
RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?
- Totally get what you mean about instincts - sometimes you just *know* something’s off, even if the gadgets say all clear. - I’m new to this, but here’s what I’ve started doing: - Check under sinks for any dampnes...