Mineral paints have been my go-to for a few years now—agree, the color range is usually on the “earthy” side, but they really do hold up in tricky spo...
What’s a “Normal” Length for Construction Loans These Days? I’ve definitely had lenders get antsy about anything over 12 months, too. It seems like o...
Honestly, I think some of the gray areas are there for a reason. Not every project fits neatly into a box, and sometimes that flexibility helps us get...
Building Green? Watch Out For Those Sneaky VOCs You nailed it—marketing can be a minefield with these “green” paints. I’ve had clients swear by Natur...
That's exactly right, sealing helps a ton. I'd also suggest checking your exterior drainage situation—sometimes moisture issues start outside. Had a c...
Good points all around. When we redid our backyard a couple years ago, I initially thought we'd have to spend a fortune on drainage solutions. But hon...
Totally agree about Earthborn Claypaint—I've recommended it to a few clients and they've all been pretty happy with the results. You're right about th...
Good point about evergreens—I learned that the hard way when my neighbor's juniper hedge caught a stray ember. Thankfully, nothing serious happened, b...
Ha, this is so true. I've lost count of how many times clients have insisted they absolutely need storage for stuff that ends up collecting dust. One ...
Had a similar wake-up call when my card got declined at a lumber yard due to some random bank security check—talk about awkward timing. Now I keep a b...
I've been using a cordless nail gun for a while now, and honestly, it's been a game changer. I was skeptical at first too—especially about battery lif...
Couldn't agree more about explaining the 'why' behind design decisions—it's saved me a few headaches too. Had a similar situation recently with tile l...
I've had similar experiences—traditional lumber can be a bit of a gamble sometimes. Engineered lumber definitely helps keep things straight, especiall...
Totally relate to the sconces headache—I’ve been there myself. Adjustable lamps can be tricky, but I recently found a pretty solid floor lamp from Bri...