- Had similar issues with my smart speaker in the workshop—power tools off, no problem; turn on the table saw or even just the dust collector, and sud...

I've gotta say, eco-friendly fixtures aren't always the guaranteed headache-savers they're cracked up to be. Installed a pricey low-flow faucet last y...

Good points overall, but I'll push back a little on laminate. Yeah, the super cheap stuff is junk, no argument there. But I've had mid-range laminate ...

- I've never covered mine either, going on about four years now, and it's still solid. Honestly, I think covers are mostly marketing hype—seen plenty ...

- Been there with fixtures too, and honestly, sometimes the "fix it yourself" route is overrated. - Sure, patching things up feels resourceful at firs...

Good points on cellulose—seen similar issues myself. - Mineral wool definitely handles moisture better, less likely to compact or degrade. - But hone...

Palm nailers can actually handle larger nails better than people give them credit for, in my experience. Couple quick points: - I've sunk plenty of 1...

Good points overall, but I think the hassle factor really depends on the system you choose and how tech-savvy you are. I've installed a few smart blin...

- Fair point about the budget, but honestly, dedicated speakers aren't always that pricey anymore. Plenty of decent options now under $50 if you look ...