Matching brick is a myth, honestly. I’ve seen people drive themselves nuts over it—sometimes the “close enough” look just works better. Did you have t...
Funny how the most practical solutions are rarely the prettiest, right? I know the appeal of a natural creek bed, but if water’s still pooling, it’s j...
Has anyone here had issues with glare from glass fencing? I’ve noticed in a few projects that, depending on the sun’s angle, you can get some pretty i...
Spray foam’s always been a bit of a gamble for me with old stone or brick. I’ve seen it trap moisture behind the walls, which can get ugly fast—especi...
Honestly, I think that's the biggest challenge with frequent room flips. Extension cords drive me nuts, but rewiring every time isn't practical either...
Neighbor dynamics are definitely tricky. I've seen situations where neighbor input was helpful, but also cases where it complicated things even more. ...
Did you find the porcelain tiles easy to cut and fit? I tried something similar last year—grabbed some discounted subway tiles from a local salvage ya...
Had the exact same issue with graphite leaving smudges on a client's white cabinetry—nightmare to fix. Curious though, does mica hold up well long-ter...
I totally get your point about placement being key. Condensation and fogging are such common headaches with outdoor tech, especially when the weather ...
French drains definitely help, but I'm curious—has anyone here tried combining them with sump pumps for particularly stubborn flooding issues? I've se...
Totally agree about composites—they're durable and low-maintenance, especially in harsh beach conditions. Bamboo does look great initially, but it's a...
Interesting suggestion about thyme—I've seen woolly thyme used beautifully in patio designs. Curious though, has anyone tried Corsican mint as an alte...
Interesting points about booster pumps, but I'm wondering if the real issue here isn't just pressure, but also water volume. Sometimes clients think t...
I get the logic behind insulating metal roofs, but honestly, is noise really that big of a deal for sheds? Unless you're planning to spend hours in th...