Trimming Down Expenses On Project Supplies Blue tape really is the gold standard—every time I try to save a few bucks with the generic stuff, I end u...

I hear you on that—sometimes you just know when something is worth the splurge. I think the trick is exactly what you did: offsetting the cost somewhe...

Yeah, ridge vents are definitely the way to go in my experience too. I built my own place a few years back and initially debated between turbines and ...

Fair enough, windows and insulation upgrades do make a huge difference these days. But I still think brick has its perks beyond thermal mass—like dura...

I've noticed the same thing actually. When I'm alone, I'll happily tell the TV to pause or switch channels, but the second my family walks in, it just...

Totally feel your pain on the beams—been there myself. I find reclaimed bricks pretty forgiving, personally. Sure, there's some cleaning involved, but...