Totally agree on dimmers—simple is best. I tried the app-controlled lights once, and after a week of fiddling with updates and connectivity issues, I ...

Yeah, drainage is definitely the biggie here. Paint might help with minor splashes or dampness, but if you've got standing water, forget it. Learned t...

We didn't formally track ours, but just eyeballing the bills after we upgraded insulation and swapped to LED fixtures, there was definitely a noticeab...

Gotta disagree a bit here. Sure, DIY plumbing can teach you stuff, but those small leaks add up. Wasted water, higher bills, and potential mold issues...

Totally agree about reclaimed wood—it's pricier upfront but saves a ton of hassle. Pallets seem great until you're knee-deep in sanding dust and splin...

Same here—plumbing's just one of those things best left to the pros. Found some sketchy wiring behind our vanity though... previous owner clearly fanc...

Honestly, trying to keep things running smoothly during a remodel is kind of unrealistic. Better to accept some chaos upfront and just roll with it. L...