Totally get this. When we were doing our storm shelter, I thought I’d budgeted for everything, but then the concrete guy found an old pipe right where...

I've noticed this too, and you're right—checking vents can make a huge difference. Had similar issues with uneven temps upstairs, but after giving the...

Had the same issue with my vinyl panels—my golden retriever figured out pretty quickly that if he leaned just right, they'd pop loose. I tried zip tie...

Copper can def be tricky outdoors—had a similar issue myself. If you're budget-conscious like me, don't write off old plumbing parts entirely. Just pr...

I've actually tried the hydrogen peroxide and baking soda combo on my old enamel bathtub...worked pretty well! I mixed it into a paste, spread it over...

We've been thinking about refinishing our floors too, but the cost of wax upkeep has me a bit hesitant. Your experience makes it sound manageable thou...

Totally feel your pain on the composite decking—we had something similar happen. Here's what worked for us: first, we made a list of all the stuff we'...

I love this idea! I've been doing something similar with lanterns I found at a thrift store last summer. They were pretty beat-up when I got them, so ...

Totally agree with this. We initially skipped weather stripping too, thinking insulation was enough, but man...such a cheap fix made a huge difference...

I've actually tried baking soda on my brick patio last spring. It did a pretty decent job lifting dirt and grime, especially when I scrubbed it in wit...

Haha, I totally get that paranoia! But honestly, I've found that a quick soak in vinegar-water solution works wonders too. Just mix about one part vin...

That's an interesting thought. I've noticed something similar, actually. Last winter, I swapped out my old chain-driven opener for a belt-driven one b...