I’ve actually seen folks get pretty creative with those realtor lockboxes. One client of mine painted theirs to match the trim on their porch, then tu...
Smart locks are cool in theory, but I’ve seen them turn a simple “sticky door” call into a full-blown lockout saga. Had a client last winter—brand new...
Had a client once who swore up and down she didn’t need a pull-out spice rack—said it was “just another thing to break.” Fast forward six months, and ...
Man, I’ve been there more times than I care to admit. I can’t tell you how many “quick” plumbing fixes have turned into a full-blown weekend saga. One...
Impact-rated windows are one of those things you only regret not getting after the first big storm rolls through. Years ago, I worked on a place where...
That bit about dog hair just sitting on top—totally rings true. I worked on a 1920s oak floor last winter, and after years of wax build-up, it was a n...
Totally agree on the minimalist angle. Did a backyard guest house last spring for this couple who were dead-set on a rustic cabin vibe (think Pinteres...
Totally agree with you on the honesty part. I remember a few years back, I was knee-deep in a kitchen remodel—cabinets everywhere, flooring half-done,...
We had a similar hiccup when renovating our basement. Initially planned for a cozy guest suite, but the city rejected our permit due to ceiling height...
Graphite definitely works well—used it on an old garage door track a few winters back. Like you said, bit messy at first, but once it's set, it's gold...
Haha, renovations always feel a bit like navigating in the dark, don't they? Reminds me of when we redid our basement—spent days debating insulation t...
This hits home for me. Had an inspector once who insisted on a specific type of vent fan because he'd personally dealt with humidity nightmares. I get...
I get where you're coming from with satin and eggshell, but honestly, I've had great luck with matte ceilings. Sounds counterintuitive, I know—but hea...
Totally relate with the built-ins vs modular shelving thing. I had these grand plans for custom cabinets and built-ins at first, but halfway through r...