I've run into this a few times with custom homes I've built. Had one client who went all out on a kitchen remodel—imported marble counters, hand-craft...

Good point about the bricks—older reclaimed ones definitely vary a lot depending on their original firing process and clay type. I've seen some older ...

I've actually used one of those spark screens for a couple seasons now. They're not foolproof, but they do cut down on sparks quite a bit—especially t...

Had a similar experience when I was helping a client navigate their financing. The lender kept brushing off detailed questions, saying stuff like "eve...

That's a good question, and honestly, I think it depends on what the tech means to you personally. I've seen people go to incredible lengths to keep o...