Totally agree with this. Airflow is key, especially in basements. Another trick I've seen work well is mixing fabric panels with some subtle LED strip...

I've experimented with Corsican mint a bit—here's what I noticed: - Smells amazing, especially after rain or when stepped on lightly. - Looks lush an...

Funny you mention condensation issues...had a humidifier running near my bookshelves once, and let's just say my vintage book collection didn't apprec...

Good point about lumens—I overlooked that when I first set mine up and ended up with lights that were way too dim. Switched them out later and it made...

I've done the notes-on-the-wall thing too—you're definitely not alone there. It might seem overly cautious at first, but honestly, it's saved me heada...

- Went with slate blue on a rental property a few years ago—looked amazing at first, tenants loved it, but man... upkeep was a pain. - Dirt and fading...