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RE: What would you do if your kitchen reno budget doubled overnight?
If my kitchen reno budget doubled overnight, I’d definitely focus on the stuff that’s hard to change later - like layout and quality cabinets. Lighting is huge, but I’d also splurge on better countertops and maybe a stat...
RE: Knocking down walls: living with one big space
Sliding panels are a game changer, I’ll give you that. They’re way less bulky than bookcases and you can actually get some cool designs now - frosted glass, wood slats, even fabric. I do think open shelving can work if y...
RE: Digging up the backyard: a suburban adventure gone wild
Totally get where you’re coming from - those weeds are relentless. I used to think I could outsmart them with just a thick layer of mulch, but nope, they always find a way. Laying down fabric plus a solid gravel base has...
RE: Green board in the news - worth the hype for bathrooms?
Cement board in the wet zones is definitely the way to go. I learned that one after my first flip - thought green board would cut it behind the shower tile, but nope, ended up with soggy seams. Now I just use green board...
RE: how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)?
Yeah, that’s the thing - once you open up those walls, all bets are off. I’ve had a “simple” bathroom facelift turn into a full gut job after discovering a leaky cast iron stack. Ended up costing double what we planned, ...
RE: Convection vs. Conventional Ovens: Which One Actually Makes a Difference?
That’s been my experience too - convection is like the impatient friend who wants everything done now, but if you’re not paying attention, you end up with burnt edges and a gooey middle. I’ve swapped out a few ovens in f...
RE: Getting smooth drywall joints without losing your mind
You nailed it with the “good enough” mindset. I used to obsess over every single seam, sanding and re-sanding until my arms ached, but honestly - once the room’s put together, those tiny flaws just fade away. I’ve found ...