Mixing finishes can work, but I’ve seen it go sideways fast—especially in older homes where the “patina” just looks like neglect. I get the appeal of ...

MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? Couldn’t agree more about steering clear of the bargain-bin models. I’ve seen a few projects w...

Funny, I’ve seen a lot of folks embrace that “organized chaos” vibe, but I’m always wary. In my experience, even a little too much clutter can mess wi...

DIGGING INTO PROPERTY EASEMENTS—ANYONE ELSE FIND ONLINE TOOLS CONFUSING? Had a project a couple years back where the client swore the city’s online m...

MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? I’ve put in a lot of these dual-flush models for clients over the years, and I’ll admit, the fir...

We did real brick in our dining area about five years ago, and I gotta say, your experience sounds pretty familiar. The dust was manageable—just took ...

Ran into something similar when I redid my kitchen backsplash. Thought I'd nailed the tile measurements perfectly, but didn't factor in the awkward co...

I've dealt with gravel driveways quite a bit, and honestly, heavier vehicles can definitely cause some headaches if the prep isn't spot-on. A few year...

That's exactly it. I had a similar experience when we installed ours. At first, it was like having an overly eager intern constantly trying to impress...

That's exactly how I learned to do it too—though I admit, it took me a couple crooked walls before that trick sunk in. One time, I was helping a buddy...

Definitely agree on attic ventilation—seen way too many roofs fail early because of moisture buildup. Another thing folks often overlook is flashing a...

I've definitely noticed a difference, especially when it comes to delicate trim work. A few years back, I was renovating an older home with some reall...