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RE: Freshening up baseboards with that “one coat” paint - worth it?
That’s been my experience too. Even with high-end “one coat” formulas, the coverage just isn’t perfect - especially if you’re dealing with older wood that’s got a lot of texture or previous paint layers. I’m curious, has...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage
I hear you on the budget squeeze - when I did a 15-year on my last place, the payments were no joke. But watching the equity build fast was satisfying. I did have to put off a kitchen upgrade for a while, though... those...
RE: Switching to energy-saving bulbs: how many of your lights are actually LEDs?
SWITCHING TO ENERGY-SAVING BULBS: HOW MANY OF YOUR LIGHTS ARE ACTUALLY LEDS? You’re not alone - getting LEDs to play nice with dimmers and actually look good is trickier than it should be. I’ve been through a few “high-...