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RE: Making the switch to water-saving toilets: Worth it?
MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? I hear you on the “universal” fit thing - sometimes it feels like nothing’s actually universal, especially in homes built before the 80s. I’ve swapped out a few toile...
RE: Finally upgraded my living room lights - anyone else tried smart bulbs?
Philips Hue has been the only system that’s come close to “just working” for me, but it does need a hub. I get why people like LIFX for the no-hub thing, but I’ve had more random disconnects with them than I’d like. The ...
RE: No more fumbling for keys: did you know this?
That’s been my experience too. Mechanical locks can seize up fast in freezing temps. With a smart lock, I just use my phone - no digging for keys, no frozen fingers. Battery life is solid even in winter, though I do keep...
RE: Sink fixtures driving me nuts lately
SINK FIXTURES DRIVING ME NUTS LATELY Matte black fixtures are a classic case of “looks better in the showroom.” I went through the same thing - thought I was upgrading, but it’s like every fingerprint and water spot is ...
RE: Keeping track of your construction loan payments without losing your mind
Title: Keeping track of your construction loan payments without losing your mind Totally relate to the folder-for-every-draw strategy. I ended up with a stack of manila folders that looked like a mini legal archive by t...