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RE: Keeping Wood Floors in the Kitchen Looking Sharp
I get what you mean about matte finishes hiding wear, but honestly, I went with a satin water-based poly in my kitchen and haven’t regretted it. The little bit of sheen helps brighten things up, especially on cloudy days...
RE: How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?
I hear you on the foam inserts - Been there, done that, tossed ‘em in the trash. I’ve found twice a year is the sweet spot for cleaning, but if you’ve got a pine tree doing its best to fill your gutters, you might need ...
RE: Why does load distribution always trip me up?
That’s the story of my house too - one wall’s a fortress, the next is like Swiss cheese. I’ve tried those 3M strips for lightweight stuff, but half the time I end up with a sad frame on the floor and a patch job to do. F...
RE: HOW LONG DID YOUR POOL MAKEOVER REALLY TAKE?
Three months? That sounds like a fantasy novel to me. I went into our pool makeover thinking, “We’re just swapping out some tile, maybe a new pump… how bad could it be?” Well, let’s just say my backyard looked like a con...
RE: Finally got my outdoor space looking cozy and inviting
Honestly, I tried those plastic drainage mats last summer and they turned into a science experiment under my pots - lots of gunk and weird smells. I ended up just using a couple bricks to lift the pots instead. Not prett...
RE: Finally switched to keyless entry and here's what I noticed
I get the thrill - nothing like a little “will my door open today?” to spice up a Tuesday. But, speaking as someone who once had to explain to the neighbors why I was shimmying through my own bathroom window, I’d say a b...