Title: Finally upgraded my living room lights—anyone else tried smart bulbs? Yeah, I’ve definitely run into the same guest confusion. Physical switch...

COLOR COMBOS THAT ODDLY PLEASE THE BRAIN Lighting’s a huge factor, but I’d argue texture sometimes matters even more with reclaimed materials. I’ve p...

MY ADVENTURE WITH DIY CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS Slab insulation is one of those things that always feels like a “nice-to-have” until you’re walking barefo...

TRIMMING DOWN EXPENSES ON PROJECT SUPPLIES I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve run into some headaches with used windows—especially when they’re...

That’s pretty much been my experience too. I’ve had a couple projects where we tried to get a little creative—once we proposed a low-profile venting s...

Yeah, hand-nailing definitely gives you more control with delicate materials. Have you tried adjusting the pressure or swapping out to a smaller gauge...

Have you checked your lumber moisture content? Wood that's too wet or unevenly dried can warp on you pretty quick...but yeah, reclaimed wood definitel...

Cash definitely makes sense short-term, but wouldn't it also be wise to have a credit card set aside with a decent limit? Might help bridge the gap if...

Interesting take, but I'm still not convinced the energy savings are all that significant for everyone. I installed one about six months ago, and hone...

That's a really good point. I've seen a few projects where people jumped into unincorporated areas because the land was cheap, only to realize later t...

Definitely feel your pain on this one. I've seen this happen more than once, unfortunately. GIS maps and online tools are great for preliminary resear...

Sleek chairs do look great visually, but comfort matters too. Ever sat through a long dinner on one of those minimalist designs? Looks amazing at firs...