Rubber tape’s not bad in a pinch, but honestly, I’ve seen too many folks slap it on and forget about it for months—or years. That stuff’s only meant t...

Honestly, I get the appeal of glass—looks sharp, no question. But in real life, especially with kids, fingerprints and water spots are a constant batt...

Smart Switches: Less Hassle, More Flexibility You're spot on about solar lights under a tree—I've lost count of how many times I've had to explain to...

Keeping original floors in a beach house is like finding a unicorn—possible, but don’t count on it. Salt air and humidity just chew up old wood. I’ve ...

Yeah, rigid foam board’s a solid choice, especially if you’re watching the budget. I’ve seen plenty of folks get decent results with it, as long as th...

Honestly, I see this all the time—folks get talked into crazy setups with six zones and a remote, but end up using one or two settings max. I’d stick ...

Mesh tape’s a mixed bag, honestly. It’s quick, I’ll give you that, and for hairline cracks in old plaster it can help keep things together (at least f...

Not sure I’m totally on board with the “imperfections add character” thing, at least not for everything. A little weathering is one thing, but when I ...

Good call on checking door thickness—seen plenty of folks overlook that and end up frustrated. Another thing I'd add is to watch out for battery life ...

8k isn't bad, but honestly, I'd say it's on the lower end if you're outsourcing plumbing and electrical. Those two trades alone can chew through your ...

Mirrors opposite windows definitely do the trick, but I've also had good luck with glass or acrylic furniture—coffee tables, side tables, even shelves...