Not gonna lie, I’ve had mixed luck with vented doors. Sometimes they just let in more humidity, especially if the rest of the house is muggy. Had a cl...
I get the love for subway tile, but honestly, I’ve had some luck sealing bamboo panels in my last flip. Yeah, it took a bit of extra prep and a good s...
Dry sanding just feels more honest, if that makes sense. I’ve tried the sponge thing and ended up chasing little bumps I couldn’t even see until after...
Ain’t that the truth. I swear, every time I think I’ve got the permit process figured out, the city throws me a new curveball. Last time, inspector wa...
Honestly, I’ve tried those cheap scopes too—mine basically turned every pipe into a blurry horror movie. Agree that you can catch a lot with just your...
Mixing new and salvaged is the way to go, for sure. I tried to build a shed once using only “rescued” materials and ended up with a door that didn’t c...
Man, I hear you—old houses are like trying to wrap a burrito with a torn tortilla. You seal one gap, three more pop up. I once tried to “tighten up” a...
Title: Got Denied For A Permit—What Would You Do Next? That’s been my experience too—most inspectors seem allergic to arguments but warm up if you ...
Been there, done that. Honestly, vinegar is overrated imo—it gets hyped up as this miracle cleaner, but hardwood floors aren't salad dressing, right? ...
Totally agree on the tea trick—sounds odd but it really does work. I was skeptical too, until my mom showed me. Also, microfiber cloths are lifesavers...
Haha, totally relate to the mad scientist thing—been there, done that, got the stained t-shirt. Vinegar-water mix is legit, though I sometimes toss in...
Had a similar humidity nightmare with a rental property last summer—door swelled so bad tenants got locked out twice. Ended up ditching the traditiona...
Charcoal bags are surprisingly effective, right? Had a similar issue in an old cottage flip—ended up sticking a mini dehumidifier in the closet. Worke...
I get the appeal of warmer lights, but honestly, I went with 4000K in my last flip and it turned out great. Felt fresh and clean without going full-on...
Outdoor curtains are a game changer for sure. I put some up last summer, and you're right—they really soften the space and make it feel more inviting....