Yeah, that's the tricky part—people often overlook sealants and finishes, assuming the flooring itself is the main culprit. I've seen clients surprise...

Couldn't agree more. Automation's handy, but I've seen it glitch enough times to trust my trusty spreadsheet backups. Call me paranoid, but nothing be...

Totally agree with you on the string lines—simple, reliable, and they don't run out of batteries halfway through a job. I've had my share of headaches...

I've used TimberStrand studs quite a bit, especially in kitchens and baths where moisture can be an issue. They're definitely straighter and more stab...

That's interesting about the cabinet finishes. I've found suppliers often default to what's easiest or most familiar for them, rather than what's best...

Totally get where you're coming from—I've installed plenty of those sleek, high-end fixtures for clients who insisted on the latest trend. Sure, they ...

I get what you're saying about gaps adding character, but honestly, flooring isn't the place I'd want to see "character." Small gaps might seem harmle...

I get where you're coming from, but honestly, as someone who's in the custom home building trade, I see this kind of thing a lot. Small imperfections ...

I get your point about the overly staged stuff feeling a bit forced, but honestly, I've seen those little personal touches work wonders for some buyer...

Totally agree about checking practical stuff first. I've had clients swear their lights were flickering because of faulty wiring or even ghosts (serio...