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paulw41
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RE: Navigating red tape for building updates: did you see this?
Totally get this. I just tried to swap out my porch light for something a little more modern, and you wouldn’t believe the back-and-forth over “approved finishes.” I had to send three different photos and still ended up ...
RE: What would you do if your kid wandered into a half-demo’d kitchen?
Honestly, I’m convinced kids are part mountain goat. That’s basically my life right now. We tried the classic baby gate thing, but my daughter figured out how to wedge her board books under the edge and lever it up. I t...
RE: When the fence is a highway, not a wall
I’ve been debating the whole sealer thing for my new fence, honestly. I get what you mean about just power washing - seems way less hassle. But does skipping the sealer make the wood age faster or get splintery? I’m kind...
RE: Subway tiles vs. hexagon tiles in the bathroom - what’s your pick?
I get what you mean about hex tiles being tricky if the floor’s not level, but honestly, I found subway tiles on the floor kind of underwhelming. They just didn’t add much character for me. I know they’re easier to insta...
RE: How picky are you about checking your own reno work?
I get what you mean, but I’m still stuck on the “check it three times” phase. Maybe it’s just my personality, but if I see a crooked outlet cover or a patchy paint spot, it bugs me every time I walk by. Drives my partner...
RE: Keeping Your Home Dry: Insulation Tips for Flood-Prone Areas
I get where you’re coming from on insulation, but I think it can still play a role even before drainage is 100% perfect - at least in some cases. I used rigid foam on my basement walls (with a gap for air flow) and it ac...