Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle? Yeah, permits and inspectors can be a real wild card. I’ve had projects where every...

Couldn’t agree more about the “lived in” vibe. My house is from the 1920s, and there are spots on the floor where you can literally see where people u...

Honestly, I’ve had the same thing happen—especially in corners where dust just loves to settle. My place is nearly a century old, and those old boards...

Inspection cameras are a double-edged sword, aren’t they? I borrowed one from a neighbor once, thinking I’d just peek behind some 1920s plaster. Ended...

Matching old drywall texture is such a pain, right? I’ve tried the sponge trick too, but in my 1920s place, every wall seems to have its own “personal...

Natural Cleaners Vs Store-Bought Stuff For Appliances I hear you on the elbow grease part. Living in a house that’s over a hundred years old, I’ve ...

Interesting points, but do you think marine-grade materials are always worth the extra upfront cost? I've renovated a historic home (not beachfront, b...

Totally agree about the cotton tees—who knew they'd be so handy? Have you tried adding a tiny bit of vinegar to your cleaning solution? I started doin...

Haha, squirrels are relentless. Last year I found an entire stash of walnuts tucked inside my grill...still not sure how they squeezed them in there. ...

We looked into zoning our HVAC a couple years back when we were renovating our old farmhouse. Our system was pushing 18 years at the time, and we got ...

That's a fair point, especially if you're flipping houses. But I wonder if the calculus changes when you're planning to stay put long-term? I've got a...

I'm right there with you on the rental being worth it—especially if you're dealing with an older home like mine. Have you ever tried sanding joints in...