I’ve run into that too—trying to show the city inspector a photo of a custom molding, and you can just tell they’re squinting at their screen, not rea...

That’s spot on. I’ve installed more ovens than I can count, and honestly, the specs on paper rarely tell the full story. Sometimes a convection fan wi...

I’ve run into that too, especially with old stove hoods. Sometimes a little bit of heat helps—like using a warm, damp cloth with the baking soda paste...

I've had pretty good luck with UV-protective sprays on cushions, but honestly, the effectiveness seems to vary a lot depending on the fabric type and ...

We did something similar on a recent project—kept original windows facing the street for curb appeal, but swapped out side and back windows for energy...

I hear you on the inspector variability—it's definitely a moving target. Had a similar experience recently with a kitchen remodel; thought I'd covered...

Battery-operated fairy lights are a smart choice—especially if you're concerned about fire safety or wind blowing out candles. Good call on faux poins...

Closed-cell spray foam is definitely a solid choice, especially for basements prone to flooding. Another option I've seen work well is rigid foam boar...