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RE: Which is better for controlling everything: voice assistants or dedicated touch panels?
Panels are definitely less finicky - at least in my experience. Voice assistants have a mind of their own sometimes. I remember asking mine to turn off the living room lights and it shut off the bedroom instead. Not idea...
RE: Freshening up baseboards with that “one coat” paint - worth it?
FRESHENING UP BASEBOARDS WITH THAT “ONE COAT” PAINT - WORTH IT? Honestly, I think prep work matters more than the paint itself. I’ve sanded baseboards down to bare wood before and still needed two coats, even with the p...
RE: How much does your house design actually help with the weather?
Title: How Much Does Your House Design Actually Help With The Weather? I get what you’re saying about orientation and shade, but I’m not totally convinced it’s always the magic bullet. Our place faces the “right” way an...
RE: Green Mortgages vs. Energy-Efficiency Loans: Which Makes More Sense?
GREEN MORTGAGES VS. ENERGY-EFFICIENCY LOANS: WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? Honestly, I’m not convinced green mortgages are always less paperwork. When I tried bundling upgrades into my main loan, the lender kept asking for ex...
RE: Keeping subs on track without losing your mind
Honestly, I’m with you - gray areas are where things always go sideways. I’ve tried the milestone payments too, but sometimes even that gets pushback if subs think they’re “almost there.” Ever had one argue over what cou...
RE: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
I still feel a bit silly talking to my TV, especially if someone else is in the room - feels like I’m auditioning for a part in a weird commercial. The convenience is undeniable when your hands are full, but I can’t help...