That’s a smart workaround with the decorative beams—honestly, I’ve seen folks get tripped up by inspectors over way less. I’m curious, though: for tho...

I hear you on the Craigslist dresser thing—I've seen some real Frankenstein jobs over the years. Sometimes you score, sometimes you end up cursing at ...

Wood-look porcelain tile does make sense practically, but honestly, I've seen cedar countertops hold up surprisingly well if they're sealed properly a...

Yeah, inspectors mostly look for obvious hazards or code violations, so a little clutter usually isn't a big deal. But I wonder if it depends on the i...

Interesting idea about the black tea—I haven't tried that one yet. But honestly, I'd be a bit cautious about using tea regularly. Wouldn't the tannins...

Interesting to hear reclaimed pine held up well for you near the coast—I wouldn't have guessed that either. I've worked on a few beach house remodels,...

Yeah, plumbing can definitely be one of those sneaky DIY projects. Props to you for diving in though—half the battle is just having the guts to try it...

Haha, been there myself—nothing like that overly glossy look to make you feel like renting out bowling shoes at the front door. But seriously, sheen m...

Yeah, recessed lighting alone can definitely leave you with some frustrating shadows. I've had a few projects where the homeowners initially thought r...

Yeah, flexible membranes are definitely a lifesaver, but you're totally right—they're not bulletproof. I've seen some pretty wild stuff happen even wi...

Reminds me of the time I thought I'd save a client some money by just patching a small crack in their driveway instead of resurfacing. Looked great fo...