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RE: Trying to decide between a pergola or a sail shade for the backyard
I hear you on the wind issues - sail shades can be like trying to anchor a parachute. I’ve had to chase one across the yard more than once, which is not my favorite kind of cardio. For me, pergolas win on stability, but ...
RE: Digital apps vs old-school pen and paper for planning a reno?
I totally get where you’re coming from with the snap-to-grid thing. Sometimes it feels like the app is fighting you instead of helping, right? I’ve had moments where I’m just trying to nudge a wall over by half an inch a...
RE: Keeping up with eco labels is harder than I thought
I get what you’re saying about the eco stuff - some of those “green” cleaners just don’t cut it, especially on glass. But I’ve actually had mixed results with baking soda and vinegar too, depending on the surface. Ever n...
RE: Choosing between wood, MDF, and PVC for trim? Here’s what I learned
I’ve tried the faux wood finish on PVC too, and yeah, it’s wild how convincing it looks from a few feet away. Did you have any issues with the glaze sticking evenly? I found some spots got streaky, especially on the edge...
RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
Those connectors are the worst, right? I swear, whoever designed them must have had an extra set of fingers. I ended up using a pair of needle-nose pliers just to keep everything steady, but even then it felt like a bala...