That’s spot on. I tried turning our attic into a guest room a few years back—insulation was a nightmare, and it still feels drafty in winter and like ...

Mirrors are great for that. Learned it by accident after hanging an antique mirror opposite our bay window—instant brightness boost. Definitely beats ...

Graphite powder's handy, but I've had better luck with silicone spray on stubborn vintage locks. Less messy and seems to last longer...give it a shot ...

Yeah, wider knives save a ton of headaches. Never tried the sock trick myself, but I do run my hand over the joint with a thin plastic grocery bag—sou...