Totally get that—semi-gloss on a ceiling is like shining a spotlight on every little bump and tape line. I learned that the hard way in a 1920s bungal...

I totally get the hesitation about fairy lights. I did a basement reno last year for a client who wanted a medieval tavern vibe, and we initially thou...

Have to say, plants didn't do much for me either, but honestly, DampRid wasn't a long-term fix. Ended up installing a small vent in the closet door—so...

Haha, been there myself—thought I nailed it with insulation until I noticed sound sneaking through door frames and baseboards. It's amazing how tiny g...

Haha, been there myself—spent an entire weekend wrestling with a shower valve that just wouldn't cooperate. Thought I'd nailed it until water started ...