Matte black looks killer in photos, but yeah, it’s a pain to keep clean. I tried it in my own kitchen once—looked amazing for about a week, then the s...
Yeah, I’ve run into the same wiring headaches with older houses—sometimes you open up a box and it’s like, “what were they thinking?” But once you get...
I get what you’re saying, but I’ve actually had better luck with certain brands of marine hardware—some of it’s held up way longer than the standard s...
You’re not alone—those old ovens have a stubborn charm, quirks and all. I’ve worked with plenty during remodels, and honestly, there’s something to be...
I’ve run into the same issue—silicone tape just doesn’t hold up long-term once those pipes get really hot. I’ve had better luck with pipe dope rated f...
Getting smooth drywall joints without losing your mind That’s interesting about the LED sanding sponges. I’ve seen them pop up at the hardware store,...
I hear you on the “old houses have a mind of their own” part. I’ve had doors that seemed to change shape with every season—tight as a drum in July, th...
I hear you on the time sink. I’ve spent way too many weekends trying to “save” stuff that, in hindsight, just needed to be replaced. Sometimes it’s mo...
I totally get the hesitation about toe-kick lighting in an older home. I've done a few remodels on historic houses, and honestly, subtlety is key. If ...
I've installed fiberglass frames at my folks' beach place about 6 years ago and they've held up surprisingly well. Salt air hasn't caused any noticeab...
I get the frustration with firmware updates and smart tech glitches, but honestly, manual controls aren't always the sanity-savers they're cracked up ...
Did you notice any swelling or warping at all with the cork afterward? I've been curious about cork flooring myself, but after dealing with laminate t...
Have you noticed any noise issues with vented closet doors? I've done something similar in my laundry room closet—definitely helped moisture-wise, but...
Yeah, taller plants can definitely help draw the eye upward and away from uneven spots. I've done something similar with hanging baskets—especially fe...
Yeah, once a year sounds about right to me too. But do you ever give it a quick look after a big storm or heavy snowfall? I've noticed sometimes weath...