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RE: HOW DO YOU REALLY SAVE WATER AT HOME? QUICK POLL
Totally agree on the water pressure thing - some of those "eco" showerheads just don't cut it. I tried one that felt like standing in a drizzle. Ended up using a bucket to catch the cold water while it warms up and use t...
RE: Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?
Man, that hits home. I tried making a bench out of some old barn beams once - looked killer at first, but after a couple weeks it twisted so bad you could practically use it as a rocking chair. Lesson learned: old wood’s...
RE: Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly I’d rather avoid the hassle of bugs or hidden rot. I’ve had too many “surprises” with reclaimed stuff. Sometimes, the predictability of new lumber is worth it - especially whe...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
Honestly, I’ve run into that too - those online maps are handy for a quick peek, but they’re nowhere near bulletproof. Had a neighbor who thought he could squeeze a shed in the back corner based on what he saw online. Su...