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RE: Tall open rooms can make conversation sound strangely echoey
A ceiling cloud or baffle is another option if the ceiling is a major reflective surface: it can absorb sound overhead without covering the floors and walls. In a tall room, though, its shape and placement become part of...
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Mesh inserts really do have that “lived-in” soul, don’t they? I’ve always thought they make a kitchen feel like it’s got stories to tell. But here’s my question - how do you keep the mesh from getting bent or dented over...
RE: When Progress Hits a Wall: Surprising Facts About Failed Experiments
That sounds painfully familiar. Ever notice how the “shortcut” products always seem to come back and haunt you at the worst possible time? I once tried to save a few bucks with bargain caulk in my bathroom - let’s just s...
RE: Keeping track of your construction loan payments without losing your mind
Interesting approach with the binder...but doesn't it get cumbersome lugging it around on-site? I tried something similar at first, but found myself constantly misplacing pages or tabs getting bent out of shape. Have you...
RE: My Adventure With DIY Concrete Foundations
Totally agree with you on foam board insulation - it's a lifesaver. Ever tried adding perimeter drainage tile too? I did that on my last shed build, and it made a huge difference. Before that, I had a similar issue with ...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
You're right about pricey fixtures not always being better, but do you think chrome really stays timeless in every style? I've found it can look a bit clinical or cold in certain spaces, especially if the decor leans coz...