Mixing lightweight and regular mud—I've wondered about that too. Never actually tried it, but it seems like it could give you the best of both worlds,...

Matte or satin is the way to go, honestly. I’ve never understood the obsession with high-gloss unless you’re running a dance studio at home. Have you ...

Fair points, but is it really best to leave cabinetry and showers for last? In my experience, choosing eco-friendly cabinets or a water-saving shower ...

Totally with you on the pillow swap—it's amazing how much difference a small change can make. Ever tried rotating hanging decor or wreaths? I use drie...

I've used sanding screens a few times, and honestly, they're pretty decent. They don't clog up as quickly as regular sandpaper or sponges, which is a ...

I've tried insulating blinds in a couple of rooms, and honestly, they were decent but not a huge upgrade over thermal curtains. They definitely helped...

Yeah, that's exactly my issue now. I swapped out my ancient chain-drive for a whisper-quiet belt model last summer, and while the neighbors probably a...

Totally agree that rollers and tracks play a big part. Have you checked the hinges too? Had a similar issue at my place—thought swapping the opener wo...

Good point about the vent baffles, learned that one the hard way myself. Another thing worth mentioning—if you're already up there checking insulation...