That’s so real—my “planning phase” was mostly me dragging lawn chairs around at different times of day, trying to figure out where the sun would hit. ...

Layering finishes is something I actually tried last summer—tung oil first, then a light coat of hardwax. It’s not overkill if you’re after both looks...

I get where you’re coming from—corrosion can be a nightmare. But honestly, I’ve had decent luck tackling some of that flaky green stuff myself, especi...

That's a great tip! I recently tackled earthquake-proofing my kitchen cabinets on a tight budget, and I can confirm that flexible brackets are lifesav...

Haha, 20 years is pretty impressive—you're definitely doing something right. Mine hit 18 years before I finally caved and replaced it. Honestly, the e...

I get where you're coming from, but honestly, I think the whole "houses need to breathe" idea can sometimes lead folks astray. It's true you don't wan...

I've actually had decent luck with dried grasses and wildflowers—super budget-friendly too. Just hang them upside down to dry, then arrange in simple ...