Repairs, renovations, contractor quotes, plumbing, electrical work and maintenance decisions around real homes.
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We're repainting trim in a house with children and pets. I like the low sheen of satin, but skirting boards and door frames need to withstand frequent wiping and occasional knocks. A very glossy finish would show every b...
Our kitchen cabinets are sturdy but visually dated. New doors, handles and paint would cost far less than replacing the units, but the countertops are worn enough to make the whole refresh look unfinished. I'm trying to...
I measured for built-in shelves and discovered the wall is about 18 mm out from one end to the other. The corner is not square either. New plan: build the cabinets square and slightly undersized, then use scribe strips/f...
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