How Dark Does Cherry Wood Really Get?
Hey everyone! I'm in the middle of a kitchen remodel and I'm really drawn to the beautiful grain of cherry wood for my cabinet doors. I love its…
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Is it Safe to Insulate Over Knob and Tube Wiring?
I recently remodeled my kitchen in a house built in the 1930s, and while working on it, I noticed my attic had hardly any insulation left. The challenge…
Should I Tip the Delivery Driver for My Home Depot Order?
I'm expecting a delivery from Home Depot this week for siding and other materials for my remodeling project. The driver will be offloading everything from a flatbed using…
Can I Expand My Closet Door Opening Without Compromising Structural Integrity?
I'm looking to expand the opening of my closet door from 26" to 36". The wall runs perpendicular to the floor joists below, so I'm wondering if it's…
Is Remodeling a Bathroom as Tough as It Sounds?
I'm thinking about remodeling my bathroom, but I'm not really sure how hard it will be. I don't have much experience with these kinds of projects. I'm planning…
Should I Hire a Professional or DIY My Bathroom Door Frame?
I recently removed the door that separated my shower/toilet area from the washroom to open up space, and I'm really liking the change. Now, I'm wondering if I…
Is My Jungle Waterfall Shower Idea Even Possible?
I'm thinking about remodeling my shower and want to create a jungle waterfall theme. The plan is to make the walls look like a terrarium using carved foam…
Is $30,000 Too Much for an Accordion Door Installation?
I've lived in my home since it was built, and in our living room, we have two sets of French doors leading out to the patio. My wife…
What's Up with This Soffit Inside My Garage?
I recently purchased a house that has a soffit inside the attached garage, and I'm curious about its purpose. This detail didn't show up during the inspection. The…
Can I Successfully Chip Out My Plaster Pool Myself?
Hey everyone! I recently got an estimate for remodeling my pool, and it's a whopping $45k, so I decided to take on some of the demo work myself…
Should We Remove Old Wasp Nests While Remodeling?
We're doing a major gut renovation on an old house, and while tearing down the drywall and lathe, we've come across a lot of mud wasp nests on…
How Deep Should My Moen Shower Mixer Valve Be Set?
I'm currently remodeling my shower and have installed a Moen shower valve. I'm getting ready to close up the wall and want to make sure the green mud…
What's a Fair Payment Schedule for Hiring a Contractor?
We're kicking off a big bathroom remodel and it's time to discuss payment with our contractor, who's also a friend. He mentioned he wants $2,000 upfront and another…
How Can I Fix My Uneven Stair Steps?
I'm about to move into a house that has two flights of stairs, and I'm really puzzled by their uneven height. The first flight has 14 steps while…
Navigating a Major Home Renovation: General Contractor vs. DIY?
Hey everyone! I'm planning a big renovation for my home, which includes a remodel of the basement and the installation of two window wells at the front. I'm…
Is it a big deal to skip the pre-slope layer in a shower remodel?
I'm remodeling my walk-in shower and just discovered that my contractor installed the shower pan liner directly on the plywood subfloor without a pre-slope layer. After that, he…
How Can I Safely Close Off Openings in My Bedroom?
I'm looking to close off two openings in my upstairs bedroom that overlook the living room. I want to transform this space for my daughters, but safety is…
Do I need to update my home to code if I add a new garage?
I'm planning to build an attached garage that's 35x40' with a bonus room above, but I'm curious if adding this garage will require me to bring my existing…
Is it Possible to Install a Pocket Door by Removing Studs?
I'm looking to install a pocket door in a 24" opening and I've heard mixed opinions about whether we can safely remove some studs for the installation. The…
Best Way to Remove Drywall Around Built-Ins Without Damage?
I'm in the process of buying a house that features built-ins around the fireplace in the living room. I'm planning to take down the wall that separates the…