I totally get the appeal you're describing—real brick does have a certain intangible charm. But from a purely performance angle, veneer can come prett...

Humidity can definitely be tricky, but in my experience, sometimes even perfect storage won't fully solve the issue. Wood naturally expands and contra...

Good points on the geotextile fabric—I’ve seen it save a few projects from becoming total mud pits. One thing I'd add is considering permeable paving ...