Totally agree with this point. Inspectors have seen it all, and they're usually less concerned about the chaos and more focused on safety and complian...

We redid our bathroom about three years ago, and I definitely relate to your inspector situation. Ours suggested adding insulation behind the shower w...

I went with French drains alongside my barrier, and honestly, I'd recommend it. I know some folks say it's overkill or unnecessary, but in my experien...

I've definitely noticed pothos doing something similar in my own space. It's interesting you mention the shade of green itself—never really thought ab...

Haha, totally agree—drywall repairs are way less intimidating once you've done it once or twice. Honestly, I found that even a small dehumidifier made...

I'm with you on tweaking things subtly to keep the look natural yet practical. I once made a coffee table from driftwood, and while it was gorgeous, t...

I've had pretty good luck with matte black spray paint myself, but I think it really depends on the brand and type you pick. Some paints are definitel...

I get your point, but honestly, humor can sometimes break the ice even with the clipboard types. Had an inspector once who looked super serious, crack...

Totally get where you're coming from—peace of mind is priceless. Rebates are straightforward, and honestly, sometimes the stress of waiting and second...

Totally agree about the fabric issue. My cousin did the whole draped fabric ceiling thing in her basement...looked super cozy at first, but within wee...