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RE: When You Think You Know Better Than Your Lawyer
WHEN YOU THINK YOU KNOW BETTER THAN YOUR LAWYER I get where you’re coming from - every time I’ve tried to “just trust” a contractor or anyone on a renovation, something gets missed or lost in translation. Not that I don...
RE: Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?
Couldn’t agree more about the cost factor - lumber prices are wild right now. I’ve found that upcycling not only saves money but also lets me experiment without worrying about messing up expensive materials. That said, s...
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GLASS-FRONT CABINETS - PRACTICAL OR JUST PRETTY? We went with glass-front uppers in our last kitchen, and honestly, I was surprised by how much upkeep they needed. Grease splatters weren’t a huge issue for us since the ...
RE: What if your city paid you to use less water?
Title: What if your city paid you to use less water? Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing - city programs usually go for the cheapest stuff they can get in bulk. I get it from a budget standpoint, but it’s not always what ...
RE: Choosing between energy efficiency or water savings for green building points?
That’s been my experience too - energy stuff is just easier to track. I put in low-flow toilets once and honestly, nobody noticed unless they broke. But when we swapped out old windows for high-efficiency ones, everyone ...