donna_nomad
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RE: Dealing with city red tape for building approvals

That binder idea is honestly genius—wish I’d thought of it sooner. I’ve only just started my first reno and already feel like I’m drowning in paperwor...

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RE: IS IT JUST ME OR ARE THERE TOO MANY ECO LABELS NOW?

It’s honestly overwhelming trying to figure out which labels actually mean something. I’ve been researching flooring for my first reno, and it feels l...

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RE: Glass vs. aluminum fencing around the pool—what’s actually better?

I get why aluminum’s a practical pick, but I keep circling back to the look of glass. The cleaning sounds like a pain, but honestly, every fence seems...

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RE: got denied for a permit—what would you do next?

I really appreciate hearing about your experience with persistence. That’s encouraging for someone like me who’s just starting out and already hitting...

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RE: how much should I budget to renovate a beach house?

I’m right there with you on the windows—learned that lesson after a storm last year. I tried to save by going with cheaper ones, and now I’m dealing w...

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RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair

Your tips are really helpful, especially the passive vents—I hadn't considered that before. I've been dealing with a similar issue in my first renovat...

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RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair

Interesting point about hidden moisture...makes me wonder, could the type of paint or wall covering also be contributing to mold growth? I've read som...

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RE: my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair

Good points about insulation—honestly hadn't thought of that angle. I've been using DampRid for a while now, and it does help somewhat, though not a c...

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RE: Turning my basement ceiling into a fantasy-inspired hangout

Dry-brushing does seem like a solid technique, especially for highlighting intricate details. I've been considering something similar for my own basem...

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RE: what if your kitchen wiring was stuck in the 80s?

Yeah, seeing that tangled mess behind the walls can be pretty daunting—I felt exactly the same way when I opened up my kitchen wall last summer. Defin...

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