Vinyl plank really has come a long way lately. I used to be skeptical—thought it might look cheap or plasticky—but honestly, some of the higher-end st...
Totally agree about moisture being key. I've seen plenty of high-end setups with lava rocks still pop after heavy rains. Honestly, regular maintenance...
Glad to hear the noise isn't an issue... that's been my main hesitation. Did you go with any special insulation underneath, or is it just standard ins...
Ha, totally feel your pain on that off-center sink hole issue. Had a similar experience when I upgraded my kitchen island sink last year—thought it'd ...
Totally agree about Douglas fir being a good compromise. I used it in my last renovation project, and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised. I initiall...
Yeah, insurers can be tricky sometimes... had a friend whose basement flooded, and even with tons of photos, they dragged their feet forever. Makes me...
Yeah, paperwork isn't foolproof, but it's definitely saved me from some awkward neighbor convos down the line. Had a friend who went handshake-only......
Interesting you mention the acoustics—I had a similar experience at a friend's loft with exposed brick. It wasn't exactly quiet, but it definitely fel...
I hear ya, but honestly, some imperfections never blend into the background for me. Had a similar thing with cabinet handles being slightly uneven...e...
Spray foam definitely has its perks, especially if you're aiming for a tight seal and zero drafts. I had a similar experience when we renovated our pl...