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RE: Finally upgraded my kitchen counters and I'm loving it!
FINALLY UPGRADED MY KITCHEN COUNTERS AND I'M LOVING IT! I totally get what you mean about dark lowers - my last place had espresso cabinets, and honestly, I was worried it’d feel like a cave. Ended up going lighter beca...
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GLASS CABINETS: PRACTICAL OR JUST PRETTY? Totally get the worry about shoving stuff in random drawers just to keep the glass neat. I’ve wondered the same - like, is it really worth the extra effort? But honestly, if you...
RE: Building On Level Ground: Step-By-Step Tips For Making The Most Of A Flat Lot
I get what you’re saying about dry wells, but I’m still tempted by them since they seem cheaper than regrading the whole yard. Is it really that much of a gamble with clay soil? I’ve seen some folks swear by French drain...
RE: Estimating building expenses: what tools or sites do you trust?
I totally get the “spin a wheel” vibe - permit fees feel like a game of chance sometimes. Have you ever tried plugging numbers into two different calculators and gotten wildly different results? I’m always left wondering...
RE: Building greener: simple swaps that make a difference
Totally get what you’re saying about the ventilation - my partner got a little overzealous with the caulk gun once and we ended up with windows that barely opened. The humidity inside was wild. I’m curious though, for st...