Couldn’t agree more about the “character” approach. I’ve spent way too many hours chasing invisible seams in 100-year-old plaster, only to realize the...

Interesting observations about humidity—I hadn't really thought about that before. Our historic home tends to get pretty humid too, especially in the ...

I've had similar experiences with calling mid-week mornings—seems like folks are just more patient and willing to dig into the details then. Afternoon...

Totally get what you're saying about calendar reminders—they're great until they're not. I've had mine pop up while I'm elbow-deep in some DIY project...

Good points, but honestly, sometimes insulation alone can surprise you. My place is an old historic home with paper-thin walls, and just adding dense ...

Yeah, cork's definitely worth considering—I put it in my historic place a couple years back. It's surprisingly comfy underfoot and handles moisture be...

Haha, I feel this. When I tackled my 1890s farmhouse, I thought I'd mapped out every detail—until I uncovered a chimney hidden behind drywall. DIY def...