Remodeling discussions and local services.
jack_carter
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
Funny, I went through the same debate last year. I installed a bunch of solar lights thinking it’d be “set and forget,” but after one winter, half wouldn’t even turn on. Did you notice if yours faded, too, or just died o...
RE: Navigating the do’s and don’ts of fixing up your place
Title: Navigating the do’s and don’ts of fixing up your place Yeah, I’m right there with you - nothing I’ve tried really stands up to daily wear, especially on those lower cabinets where everyone’s always kicking or bum...
RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?
Title: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection? That’s the tricky part, isn’t it? I’ve definitely shrugged off a slow drip under the sink, only to find out later the cabinet base was warped from hidden...
RE: WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?
I’ve wondered the same thing about daylight LEDs - are we just seeing more because it’s brighter, or is the color temp actually helping? I do think the cooler light makes scratches pop more, but maybe that’s just my eyes...
RE: remodeling on a tight budget - any clever hacks?
Edge sealing is such a pain, but yeah, skipping it is just asking for trouble - learned that the hard way with a kitchen shelf that warped after one winter. I’m curious, have you ever tried using peel-and-stick wallpaper...
RE: Kitchen Redesign Adventure: Worth the Hype or Not?
APPLIANCE GARAGES: CLEVER OR JUST ANOTHER GIMMICK? I’ve built a few of those appliance garages, and I get the appeal - there’s something satisfying about sliding open a door and having all your gadgets ready to go. But ...
RE: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection?
Title: Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection? Yeah, I get that - most leaks are more of an annoyance than an emergency. That condensation issue pops up way more often than people realize. I’ve lost cou...