I hear you on the “replace vs. repair” headache—beach houses are like money pits with a view. I’ve learned the hard way that patch jobs just don’t cut...

WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND? I get the caution around vermiculite, especially with the asbestos risk, but sometim...

I totally get the hesitation about going too light on ornate, high ceilings—sometimes those details just disappear if you’re not careful. I’ve worked ...

Totally get what you're saying. Natural cleaners have their place, but vintage grease is a whole different beast—it's like decades of stubbornness bak...

I've had pretty good luck with charcoal bags too, especially for odors. Coffee grounds never seemed to do much for me either... But speaking of pests,...

Composite decking is solid, but honestly, I've found natural hardwoods like ipe or teak to be even better long-term investments for coastal properties...

Totally get the beeswax love, it does wonders for older wood. But honestly, I've found that for some hardwood floors—especially lighter woods like map...