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mindfulness_debbie
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RE: If your closet could talk: the saga of the missing shoe
- Vintage wood stuff just lasts. - I’ve used old apple crates and even a salvaged drawer - way sturdier than anything “eco” I’ve bought new. - Not always pretty, but they don’t end up in the trash after a season. - S...
RE: Navigating red tape for building updates: did you see this?
- Totally get where you're coming from - it's wild how much code advice can change depending on who walks in. - I’ve had inspectors contradict each other about knob-and-tube wiring, too. One said “rip it all out,” next g...
RE: How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?
- Foam inserts - tried them once, and honestly, they just turned into a soggy mess after a year. Pulled out a chunk that looked like a moldy sponge cake. Not exactly what I’d call low-maintenance. - Gutter guards are hit...
RE: Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?
- Totally agree - once you’ve wrangled those wires and dealt with the trenches, you’re golden for years. - Shade really does make solar a tough sell, no matter how much you want to go green. I tried to make it work und...