Custom homes discussions and local services.
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: No more dead zones: how I got wifi in my backyard shed
Title: No more dead zones: how I got wifi in my backyard shed Yeah, I tried wireless bridges first - honestly, the signal just wasn’t reliable enough. Trees, weather, even the neighbor’s holiday lights seemed to mess wi...
RE: Choosing the Right Grips for Your Doors
Mixing and matching can get out of hand fast, I hear you. That’s the trick - consistency in shape keeps it from looking chaotic, even if you mix finishes. I’m with you on brushed nickel too. Polished chrome is just a fi...
RE: When the night sky turns to day: what if your neighborhood was lit up 24/7?
WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7? I hear you on the safety thing, but honestly, I think we go overboard with lighting sometimes. I’ve built a few houses now, and too much light ...
RE: Casting vs injection molding - which method works better?
CASTING VS INJECTION MOLDING - WHICH METHOD WORKS BETTER? Yeah, powder coat on cast aluminum is hit or miss. I’ve had to sand and repaint a few patio chairs after a couple winters - frustrating, but I still like the wei...
RE: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
I hear you. I still feel a bit ridiculous telling my TV to rewind when someone else is around. Half the time it doesn’t even pick up what I’m saying, so I end up repeating myself like a broken record. As for mats, totall...
RE: Street Murals Are Popping Up Everywhere - Good Idea or Too Much?
That’s the key right there. I’ve noticed in my neighborhood, the murals that last are the ones people actually care about - usually because they helped paint them or picked the design. But what happens when the original ...