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RE: Finally upgraded my kitchen counters and I'm loving it!
FINALLY UPGRADED MY KITCHEN COUNTERS AND I'M LOVING IT! Quartz is hard to beat for low-maintenance, but I’ve actually had recycled glass counters in a past house - looked amazing, kind of like terrazzo, with all those f...
RE: When “Smart” Devices Aren’t So Smart After All
WHEN “SMART” DEVICES AREN’T SO SMART AFTER ALL I get where you’re coming from - old-school switches are definitely reliable, and there’s something comforting about knowing there’s no software update waiting to mess thin...
RE: Building base structures - what if you had to start over?
BUILDING BASE STRUCTURES - WHAT IF YOU HAD TO START OVER? Mineral wool’s great for moisture, but yeah, it’s not magic. I tried it in my last build and honestly, the install around windows was a bit of a headache. If you...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
That’s been my experience too, especially with larger parcels. I usually start by pulling up the county GIS, then I’ll check the deed and any old plats I can get my hands on. Sometimes I’ll even overlay everything in Goo...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
Title: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing? Totally get where you’re coming from. I used to think those GIS maps were the gold standard, but after seeing a “utility easement” pop up...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
I get where you’re coming from, but I keep circling back to how much the finish changes the vibe of a space. Like, I love the look of unlacquered brass even though it’s a pain. Here’s what I’m wondering: has anyone tried...
RE: WHERE DO YOU EVEN START WITH HIRING SOMEONE TO DESIGN YOUR HOUSE?
WHERE DO YOU EVEN START WITH HIRING SOMEONE TO DESIGN YOUR HOUSE? I get the temptation to DIY, especially when you see how much some designers charge for what looks like “just picking out paint colors.” But honestly, th...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage
WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS OF SWITCHING TO A 15-YEAR MORTGAGE That feeling of watching the principal drop is addictive, right? I get what you mean about the “needy house” moments, though. It’s like the minute you commit...
RE: Struggling with ventilation inspection requirements lately
Struggling With Ventilation Inspection Requirements Lately Funny you mention duct runs - when I redid our master bath, the inspector practically had a meltdown over a single 45-degree bend. In these older homes, there’s...
RE: Just put in a new kitchen sink and wondering if anyone else struggled this much
Honestly, I’ve actually had better luck with the newer low-VOC caulks, weirdly enough. The trick for me has been making sure the surface is totally dry and clean - any leftover gunk or moisture and it just won’t stick. I...