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RE: What would you do if your kid wandered into a half-demo’d kitchen?
I’ve seen those zippered plastic walls in action, and honestly, they’re a mixed bag. They look pretty sleek compared to plywood, but if your house has weird corners or angled ceilings, getting them to seal up tight is li...
RE: When gutters outlast the house: a rainwater mystery
It’s wild how something as unglamorous as gutters can completely upstage all our best design efforts. I’ve lost count of how many times a beautiful accent wall ended up with a bonus “water feature” because of a sneaky ov...
RE: Navigating the do’s and don’ts of fixing up your place
Basements really are their own beast, aren’t they? I’ve lost count of how many times clients have wanted to go “all natural” down there, only to discover that Mother Nature’s idea of cozy is...well, a bit swampier than e...
RE: Finding reliable help for home renos - what do you look for?
Unique baseboards are just “custom millwork,” right? Honestly, I’ve seen enough “character” in old houses to last a lifetime. You’re spot on about material experience - there’s nothing like watching someone try to instal...
RE: How Long Does It Really Take To Insulate A House?
You’re not kidding about the prep - old houses are like a box of chocolates, except half the chocolates are weird framing and questionable wiring. I’ve seen insulation jobs where the actual install took a weekend, but th...
RE: When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality
Title: When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality I once had a client who was dead set on those fancy glass-front cabinets - until we priced them out and she realized her “dream kitchen” would cost more th...
RE: locked out drama - what would you do?
I’ve seen people try to get creative - like hiding keys in birdhouses or even inside fake sprinkler heads. Honestly, I’m not sure those are much better than the rock. Has anyone actually had luck with a “secret” spot tha...