That’s a super common concern, especially with beach houses where salt and sun just chew through materials. When I’ve priced out reclaimed wood vs. co...

I’ve definitely had to get creative with hiding cords—sometimes I’ll run them behind lattice or even staple them along the underside of the railing if...

Your chamomile and Irish moss combo sounds like a solid choice. Chamomile's great for scent and softness underfoot, and Irish moss is surprisingly dur...

Couldn't agree more about dwarf mondo grass—it's underrated for sure. One quick tip I've found helpful: if you're using Scotch moss or dwarf mondo gra...

I've never actually tried the dish soap trick myself, but honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about it. Drywall mud is pretty sensitive to additives, and I'...

Totally get what you're saying about intuition kicking in. But even after you stop checking regularly, it's good to occasionally spot-check with a mon...

I hear ya on the galvanized hardware—it's usually solid enough. But honestly, I'd add a quick check of the ledger board connection too. Seen way too m...

I've had pretty similar experiences. Charcoal bags are great for musty smells, but humidity? Not so much. A while back, I tackled a client's basement ...

Honestly, I'd lean toward a home equity loan if you've built up enough equity—it usually offers better rates than personal loans. But have you already...