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RE: How do you pace your painting projects - slow and steady or all at once?
I laughed at your “zebra” wall - been there, done that. The sun is the ultimate critic, isn’t it? I live in a house built in 1912, and let me tell you, painting here is a whole different beast. Every wall has its own per...
RE: Swapping out old faucets and toilets - what brands actually last?
I totally get where you’re coming from. My house is pushing 120 years, and I’ve learned the hard way that “timeless European design” sometimes just means “good luck finding a gasket that fits.” I’ve got a Toto in the ups...
RE: Delayed payments driving me nuts - does this ever get easier?
I used to think a handshake and a smile would do the trick, but after restoring my old Victorian and dealing with contractors, I learned the hard way that “good vibes” don’t pay the bills. The first time I had to chase s...
RE: Hidden costs that sneak up during home renovations
Hidden Costs That Sneak Up During Home Renovations That “archaeological dig” feeling is too real. I once found a stack of 1940s newspapers stuffed inside a wall for insulation - made me wonder what else was hiding in th...
RE: locked out drama - what would you do?
I get the appeal of those battery alerts, but I’ll admit I’m a bit old-school. My house is from the 1920s, and I always worried that swapping out the original lock would mess with the look. Ended up finding a smart lock ...
RE: Kitchen Redesign Adventure: Worth the Hype or Not?
That made me laugh - been there with the sagging drawers. In my 1920s kitchen, I tried to keep the original cabinets, but those deep drawers are tempting. I did a mix: open shelves for the pretty stuff, and some sturdy o...