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RE: What’s a “normal” length for construction loans these days?
WHAT’S A “NORMAL” LENGTH FOR CONSTRUCTION LOANS THESE DAYS? Couldn’t agree more about not over-padding the timeline. I’ve watched a few friends get stuck paying for extra months just because they wanted that “just in ca...
RE: What if all signs were designed for everyone to read?
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve toured some high-end homes where the address is basically a hidden puzzle - etched into stone, or some tiny brass numbers on a dark wall. Looks fancy, but even with perfect vision, you’re squint...
RE: Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?
Honestly, I get the appeal of upcycling, but I’ve been burned too many times trying to make “character” work. Like you said, but for me, they’ve usually just meant extra trips to the hardware store when something doesn’...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
Matte black looked killer in the showroom, but in my kitchen it was a fingerprint magnet - felt like I was cleaning it more than using it. Brushed nickel’s never let me down, even with hard water. As for the eco fixtures...