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RE: Digging up the backyard: found more than just dirt
Funny how the stuff you dig up can end up being the best part of a project. I once found a pile of old bricks buried behind my garage - figured they were just junk, but after a good scrub, they made a killer patio border...
RE: Smart home ecosystems worth checking out
SMART HOME ECOSYSTEMS WORTH CHECKING OUT I get where you’re coming from with the “good enough” approach, but I’ll admit, I’m still a bit skeptical about relying too much on mesh and wireless for anything critical. Maybe...
RE: Building base structures - what if you had to start over?
Title: Building Base Structures - What If You Had To Start Over? I get where you’re coming from about not wiring for stuff you don’t use, but I’ve gotta say, I’ve regretted skipping “future proofing” more than once. Las...
RE: Building green? Watch out for those sneaky VOCs
Title: Building green? Watch out for those sneaky VOCs I hear you on the finish. Last year, I tried a couple of those bargain-bin low-VOC paints in a spare bedroom, figuring it was worth a shot since nobody really uses ...
RE: Building green? Watch out for those sneaky VOCs
Good points on Natura, but honestly, I've found even the best primers can let you down if your kitchen sees heavy use. Did my cabinets with all the prep steps - degreased, sanded, primed - and still had some peeling afte...
RE: Finally cracked the code on keeping construction costs in check
Yeah, reclaimed wood is always a gamble. I redid our mudroom walls last summer and figured 20% extra would cover it - nope. Ended up closer to 40%. Seems like the older the wood, the more surprises you find hidden inside...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
I've had mixed experiences with Delta too. A couple years back, I redid our guest bathroom and decided to go with Delta fixtures because I'd heard good things. The showerhead was a breeze - easy install, clear instructio...
RE: Lighting tweaks made my workspace way better
I went down a similar rabbit hole with adjustable bulbs a couple years back. Thought I'd be switching colors and brightness constantly, but honestly, after the novelty wore off, I hardly touched them. Eventually swapped ...