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RE: How do you pace your painting projects - slow and steady or all at once?
I’ve run into the same issue with trim in my 1920s place. The walls and woodwork are nowhere near straight, so if I try to do the trim first, I’m always chasing little spots where the wall paint creeps onto the trim or v...
RE: Smart gadgets in the kitchen: time-saver or just more hassle?
I get it - some of these “smart” appliances just overcomplicate things. I’ve stuck with basic smart plugs too, mainly for scheduling lights and the coffee maker. I’m curious, though: has anyone found a kitchen gadget tha...
RE: Ever regretted a fireplace facelift? Quick poll time
Soot stains are the worst - honestly, that’s the one thing that made me almost regret keeping the original brick. I tried a bunch of things, but what worked best for me was a mix of baking soda and dish soap, made into a...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve had contractors who seem to thrive on worst-case scenarios - almost like they want to scare you into extra work. I don’t mind hearing about potential issues, but if someone can’...