- I’ve noticed the newer green board feels sturdier too—less crumbly at the edges, which is a relief when you’re hanging cabinets or heavy mirrors. ...
Totally agree on the garage being less risky—at least you know what you’re dealing with structurally. Attics can be a money pit if you hit weird frami...
TOO MANY LABELS, NOT ENOUGH CLARITY - Totally get what you mean about the label overload. I’ve spent way too long in the paint aisle, reading labels ...
Layering curtains and film does help a bit, but honestly, it’s diminishing returns if you’ve got bigger leaks elsewhere. I’ve done blower door tests o...
Definitely agree on the manual override being a must-have. I’ve swapped out a bunch of locks in my flips and learned a few things the hard way: - Bat...
I totally hear you about buffing wax by hand—definitely a bit of an arm workout, but it does keep dust down if you go thin. I’ve had some luck with th...
Totally get this. I used to obsess over every tiny ridge until I realized half of it disappears once you prime and paint. One thing I started doing—af...
Interesting experience, but I'd caution against assuming wool or cellulose is always the safer bet. I've seen cellulose insulation settle significantl...
PVC beadboard is definitely practical for moisture-heavy areas, but one thing to keep in mind—if you're going for that authentic fantasy tavern vibe—i...
Good points on the poly finish—definitely easier to maintain. I've done a few flips where beeswax was requested specifically, and yeah, it looks amazi...
Definitely true—older houses seem to shift with every little tweak. Curious, did you notice any change in door alignment with seasonal humidity? I've ...
Had something similar happen when renovating an older property: - Inspector flagged me for stair tread depth being off by literally 1/8 inch. - Pulle...
Good tips, especially about the fading issue. A couple more things I've found useful: - Outdoor curtains: easy to install and swap out seasonally. Th...
Good call on the regulator tweak—been there myself. A few quick tips from my own trial-and-error adventures: - Definitely don't ditch the regulator e...