Totally agree with this, though I’ll admit there’s a learning curve. I had a client who hated her old, dim living room—until we added a roof bump-out ...
SUBWAY TILES VS HEX TILES—WHAT’S YOUR PICK? Darker grout is a total game changer, especially with hex tiles. I’ve done a few bathrooms where clients ...
Honestly, that’s the sticking point for me too. Most smart bulbs are fine for general lighting or mood, but when it comes to chopping veggies or readi...
Natural Cleaners vs Store-Bought Stuff for Appliances I’ve run into the same thing, especially when staging homes with a lot of stainless. Those “nat...
I’ve run into the same wall with inspectors—sometimes it feels like they’re more concerned about paperwork than the actual quality of what you’re usin...
Honestly, I’m with you on the “damage-free” strips—on plaster, they’re just wishful thinking. That’s usually my go-to as well. For anyone worried abo...
Honestly, I was in the same camp until my old deadbolt started sticking during winter—nothing like wrestling your own front door with groceries in han...
I've noticed the same thing. Keyless entry is convenient, but sometimes simplicity wins out. Had a client once who went fully automated on their front...
We upgraded ours last spring after about 19 years, and honestly, the efficiency gains were pretty noticeable. I tracked our electric bills closely, an...
Glad to hear castile soap worked for you! I actually tried it on my vintage dishwasher seals last year, and while it cleaned well initially, after a c...
Haha, been there myself—felt like my lights were plotting against me at first. Honestly, just take it slow, one device at a time. Before you know it, ...
Older homes are definitely quirky like that, aren't they? I've dealt with a ton of doors in older houses, and humidity is usually the sneaky culprit b...
Been there, done that... learned the hard way. After one frustrating night sitting on my porch waiting for my roommate to rescue me, I set up a backup...
Can totally relate—older homes always throw curveballs. Glad you stuck with it though, sounds like the convenience is worth the hassle. Bet you'll nev...
Totally with you on the box fan—it makes a noticeable difference, especially in smaller rooms. Another thing I've found helpful is placing a few moist...