Totally agree with the prep work thing—makes a big difference—but curious if you've tried different caulk guns? I struggled with messy lines for years...

Baby powder does help a bit, but honestly, have you tried just using painter's coveralls? They're cheap enough at hardware stores and keep most of the...

I get what you're saying about simplicity. When we first installed ours, I remember standing in the hallway awkwardly repeating myself because the the...

I see your point about credit cards, but honestly, if you're disciplined enough, they can be a solid backup. I've had a couple unexpected repairs pop ...

Interesting perspective, hadn't really thought about the aesthetic angle much. But here's something I'm wondering—how does casting hold up over time c...

That's definitely true in my experience. When we bought our place, I thought the yard was plenty big...but fast forward a few years, and between garde...

Interesting point about the shelving—did you find it tricky balancing openness with privacy? I've found that partial dividers can sometimes feel awkwa...

I hear you about the nostalgia factor, but honestly, after years of DIY, my wrists appreciate the nail gun more and more. Still, there's something sat...

Couldn't agree more with this. Specs are great for initial research, but how often do things actually match up perfectly in the real world? I've had s...

Have you found that subcontractors usually respond well if you just ask them to explain their reasoning behind an idea? I've noticed that when I pause...

Been there myself with a bathroom remodel. Thought I'd save a bit by outsourcing the tile work, and it looked great at first glance... until we realiz...