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RE: locked out drama - what would you do?
Honestly, I get the appeal of swapping out the lock, but sometimes those “vintage vibe” replacements cost a small fortune. I’ve found it’s cheaper (and less hassle) to just keep a coded lockbox hidden outside. No need to...
RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?
That “archaeological dig” feeling is too real. I had the same - three layers of wallpaper, then paint, then some weird textured stuff. Ended up at about $6k, but I did demo and painting myself. If you don’t mind a mess, ...
RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?
I get where you’re coming from - those meters aren’t exactly pocket change, and if you’re not dealing with leaks every year, it’s hard to justify. I’ve always just done a quick check: look for bubbling paint, soft spots ...
RE: Keeping hardwood shiny without losing my mind
Been there with the “miracle” polish - my first go at it left the floor looking like a skating rink too, and my cat did not appreciate the surprise. What’s worked for me is using a microfiber mop and just a tiny bit of d...
RE: EARTHQUAKE-PROOFED MY FIRST BUILDING AND IT ACTUALLY WORKED
That’s exactly it. I learned this the hard way with our old duplex. When we started earthquake-proofing, I figured we could just reinforce a few spots and slap the drywall back up. But once we opened things up, it was li...
RE: Finally switched to keyless entry and here's what I noticed
I've been thinking about switching to keypad locks myself, but the fading numbers thing has me hesitating a bit. Rotating codes yearly sounds like a smart workaround, though. I wonder if anyone's tried applying some kind...
RE: Smart lights vs smart switches for yard setup?
I've noticed the same thing with outdoor bulbs. Indoors, my cheap smart bulbs have been solid for years, but outside was a different story. I put some budget bulbs in the yard fixtures thinking they'd be fine...but after...
RE: What if you had to redecorate your living room every season?
Totally agree with this. I've been using dried lavender bundles lately - cheap, smells great, and lasts forever. Another budget-friendly trick I've found is swapping out cushion covers seasonally. Easy to store, and you ...