Yeah, we definitely ran into a few surprises ourselves. Thought we had everything nailed down, but then suddenly there were these random "processing f...

Totally agree on mixing reclaimed with new—saves sanity for sure. Ever tried sourcing from demolition sales or estate clearances? Sometimes you stumbl...

Interesting points, but I'm wondering if brick veneer really is easier to repair long-term? Sure, surface-level fixes might seem simpler at first glan...

Interesting...did you find the credit union was flexible with customizing terms, or were their better rates mostly set packages? When I shopped around...