- Honestly, I’ve seen that same push for “trendy” over practical so many times. Had a client last year who wanted to keep their 70s wood paneling—ever...
Push-to-connect couplings are a total lifesaver, especially when you’re in the middle of a project and just want to get things back to normal. I’ve us...
Cement board really is the MVP for wet areas—totally agree it’s a pain, but you only cry once. I get the temptation with green board (lighter, cheaper...
- Totally get the “battlefield” vibe—mine’s more like a well-loved map at this point. - If you’re feeling adventurous, have you tried leaning into the...
I’ve actually had the opposite experience with plant-based hardwax oils on a few projects. I put it in a busy kitchen with two big dogs and, honestly,...
- Been there, and yeah, it’s wild how the tiniest detail can derail the whole thing. - I’ve noticed that sometimes they’re just following the book t...
Title: Layered Window Solutions Aren’t Always the Answer - I actually think heavy curtains can work for small spaces if you pick the right fabric and...
Haha, grabbing coffee first is definitely the right move. My usual routine: - Deep breath, coffee refill, and dive into the notes. - Check if it's so...
Good points overall, but honestly, I'd say aesthetics can matter more than you'd think. Inspectors are human too, and a tidy, visually organized space...
Haha, your blinds opening at 4am sounds like my smart lights deciding to turn on full brightness at midnight last week. Talk about startling... Anyway...
Had a similar issue a while back, and honestly, draining it all at once might not be the best move. Maybe try pumping it out gradually over a few days...
We remodeled ours last year, and yeah, plumbing can be deceptively tricky... learned that the hard way myself. A few things I found helpful: - Budget...
Great advice on looking underneath from time to time—I learned that one the hard way, too. A couple years back, I had some planters sitting right on t...
Totally agree on the bathroom trick—ferns love that steamy air. A few other things I've noticed: - Grouping plants together can boost humidity natura...
Good tip about the citrus peels—I do something similar but with rosemary sprigs instead. I just toss a few sprigs into the vinegar and let it sit for ...