Totally agree with you on patience being key. My first drywall job was a disaster too—thought I could just slap on mud thick and sand it down later. B...

Yeah, porcelain tiles are nice and cozy with radiant heat, but after our last quake, I had a similar experience. My parents' place had porcelain tiles...

I tried sheer curtains once, but honestly they didn't do much for me. Ended up going with frosted window film instead—super easy to apply, no glare, a...

Yeah, wording matters more than you'd think. When I went in, I mistakenly said "renewal" too, and they started listing off extra inspections. Quickly ...

Totally agree on the darker grout—wish I'd known that earlier. Cork flooring though...I dunno, seems risky for bathrooms. But hey, if it works for you...

I get your point about pros catching hidden issues, but honestly, hiring someone every 2-3 years feels a bit excessive to me. I've been renovating my ...