Choosing the Right Grips for Your Doors Yeah, I hear you on the fake patina—there’s just something a bit too “factory” about it. I lean toward levers...
Choosing the Right Grips for Your Doors Totally agree—brushed finishes just age so gracefully. I’ve seen matte black look stunning in photos, but in ...
I’ve never seen a custom build wrap up in under 9 months without some serious stress and compromise. Even when the shell goes up fast, interior finish...
Couldn’t agree more with this. I once had a client who was all about “modern minimalism” online, but when we actually walked through one of my finishe...
WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS OF SWITCHING TO A 15-YEAR MORTGAGE I totally get wanting those quick wins—fresh paint or new hardware can make a place fee...
TRIMMING DOWN EXPENSES ON PROJECT SUPPLIES Couldn’t agree more about the “cheap now, pay later” trap—especially with painting supplies. I’ve seen way...
I get the frustration, but honestly, I’ve seen some of these updates actually help with clarity in the long run. Sure, the paperwork is a pain, but cl...
BANK LOAN VS. INVESTOR FUNDING, WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? I’ve been on both sides of this circus, and h...
Sink Fixtures Driving Me Nuts Lately You nailed it—there’s just no “set it and forget it” finish out there, no matter what the marketing says. I’ve h...
I get what you’re saying about color, but honestly, I think scale is usually the bigger culprit. You can always tweak lighting or swap out a paint col...
Funny you mention the “insulation”—I’ve seen everything from old newspapers to literal socks stuffed behind cabinets. I’m with you on tossing anything...
Honestly, I’ve seen so many projects go sideways because folks underestimated the importance of bracing. Even the straightest studs can start to wande...
Yeah, real brick definitely has a charm that's tough to beat. I've worked with both veneer and actual brick on different projects, and while veneer ha...
Totally get what you're saying about bamboo flooring. I've seen clients struggle with that too—looks great on paper, but real life isn't always gentle...
Totally agree with you there—real brick definitely has that timeless quality. But honestly, veneer can hold up surprisingly well if it's installed cor...