I hear you on the “house rebelling” thing. My place isn’t quite as old—built in the 60s—but it’s got its quirks, and smart tech doesn’t always play ni...

Same here—“marine grade” sounds good on paper, but the reality is pretty underwhelming. I put in some pricey stainless handles last summer, and they’r...

Swales really do work wonders, especially if your yard’s got a stubborn slope or clay soil. I tried a rain garden once but it turned into a frog spa—s...

I totally get your hesitation. My place isn't quite as historic as yours, but my grandparents' old farmhouse had this beautiful original brass lock on...

Totally agree—my neighbor replaced his HVAC last year, thinking he'd save a ton on bills. Turns out, the savings are barely noticeable month-to-month....

Haha, inspectors definitely aren't expecting perfection. Mine once opened the cabinet under my sink and found a forgotten potato sprouting an entire e...

I actually did something similar in my kitchen window with sheer linen panels. Worked great for diffusing harsh sunlight, and humidity wasn't an issue...

I get what you're saying about wood fences needing upkeep, but honestly, wire mesh can be a bit tricky too. I put one up a few years back thinking it'...