That’s hilarious—pool noodles are versatile but not *that* versatile. I’m with you on the gravel trench. Did one at my last place and barely touched i...

I tried woolly thyme last year on a small patio area, and your "soggy bathmat" description made me chuckle because that's exactly how my partner descr...

Toe-kick lighting does look nice, but honestly, I found it more gimmicky than practical. Ended up rarely using mine... under-cabinet lights were way m...

Had something similar happen when I was building a shed—permit denied because of some obscure height restriction. Initially annoyed, but it pushed me ...

Couldn't agree more with this. I once spent an entire weekend wrestling with a stubborn pipe under my kitchen sink—thought I'd save money, ended up sp...

Good call on antennas, made a noticeable difference for me too. Curious though, anyone tried Wi-Fi extenders vs powerline adapters? Heard mixed things...

Composite decking definitely cuts down on headaches near the ocean. Still, if you're really set on natural wood, maybe consider something like cedar o...

Interesting you mention felt pads—I tried those too, and they definitely held up better than the rubber ones. But after a while, I noticed they starte...

Under-cabinet LEDs are definitely worth it, especially if you cook often. I went with warm white strips and they're easy on the eyes. Smart bulbs can ...

Yeah, dry sanding with a vac attachment is usually my go-to as well. Another trick I've found helpful is using a drywall sander with mesh screens inst...

Did something similar myself a while back—had a warped door frame causing the door to stick badly. Thought it'd be tricky, but turned out pretty strai...