mythology_tim
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RE: Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle?

Totally agree—comfort is everything. I’ve seen some jaw-dropping attic makeovers that look straight out of a magazine, but if you step in and it’s dra...

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RE: Dealing with city red tape for building approvals

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, sometimes pushing back is worth it—especially if you’re trying to do something out-of-the-box or eco-fri...

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RE: Keeping track of renovation plans without losing your mind

Honestly, that’s the realest thing I’ve read all week. I used to stress about making everything “perfect” during my bathroom update, but after a while...

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RE: Smart lights vs smart switches for yard setup?

Yeah, they do sip a little juice even when “off,” but it’s honestly not much—think like a nightlight left on all year. I measured mine once (I got ner...

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RE: Which is better for eco-friendly homes: strict rules or flexible guidelines?

I get where you’re coming from, but sometimes those strict codes actually stifle innovation. I’ve worked on a few remodels where we wanted to use recl...

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RE: Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard

Honestly, I get what you mean about French drains being a lot for a “once-in-a-while job,” but I actually went that route after a few years of fightin...

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RE: Ever locked out by your own smart door?

Yeah, those old doors have a mind of their own. My place is from the 30s and the frame is just... wavy. I had to shim the strike plate and sand a bit ...

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RE: Natural cleaners vs store-bought stuff for appliances

Yeah, I hear you on the “natural” cleaners being a bit unpredictable. I’ve had my fair share of streaky stainless and weird splotches—sometimes it fee...

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RE: Keeping mold away from your shower—my favorite lazy hack

Can’t say I noticed a huge drop in bills, but the peace of mind is worth it for me. I figure the fan running an extra 10-15 minutes isn’t going to bre...

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RE: Why does load distribution always trip me up?

I get what you mean about breaking it down—makes sense for a lot of folks. But honestly, I’ve found that sometimes focusing too much on the “bit by bi...

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RE: how often do you actually check your deck for safety?

Yeah, I've walked on aluminum decking at a friend's lake house—it wasn't slippery, surprisingly, but it did feel kinda industrial and cold. Personally...

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RE: What if you had to redecorate your living room every season?

You know, that's actually a pretty interesting point about seasonal moods. I've noticed something similar myself—like in winter, no matter how much I ...

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RE: If You Had to Redo Your Kitchen Lights, What Would You Pick?

Under-cabinet lighting is nice, but honestly, I think natural lighting is the real MVP. When we remodeled, we added a skylight and enlarged the window...

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RE: got denied for a permit—what would you do next?

Yeah, totally agree about getting ahead of things with the preservation office. Learned that one the hard way myself... Also, I've found that sometime...

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RE: Keeping hardwood shiny without losing my mind

I get the dilution approach, but honestly, I've found that sometimes less is more. I used to drive myself nuts trying to find the perfect water-to-cle...

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