Crown Molding Installation Tips
Crown molding seemed fancy and unnecessary until I actually installed some. Changed my mind completely. That plain wall-ceiling joint looks unfinished now. Why Bother It’s...
How to Choose Interior Paint Colors That Last
Spent three weekends repainting my living room because I picked the wrong gray. Looked perfect on the chip. Turned purple on the wall. Lesson learned...
“Timeless Home Design – Principles That Never Go Out of Style”
Houses from the 1920s still look good. Houses from 1985 look dated. What’s the difference? Some design choices age, others don’t. Why Old Houses Age...
“Best Benjamin Moore Exterior Paint Colors for 2025 – Curb Appeal That Lasts”
Painted my house the wrong color once. Looked amazing on the paint chip, looked like a bruise on the actual house. Exterior paint is expensive...
“Top Benjamin Moore Interior Paint Colors for 2025 – Expert Designer Picks”
Repainted my whole house after getting sample pots of Benjamin Moore colors. Couldn’t unsee how flat my old paint looked compared to their stuff. Worth...
Best Gray Paint Colors for Modern Homes in 2025
Gray paint seems easy until you realize every gray has a secret undertone waiting to ruin your day. Learned this after my “perfect gray” living...
“How to Increase Home Value – 15 Projects Under”
Spent $15K renovating my first rental property. Got $18K more when I sold it. Not every project returns like that. Most don’t. Here’s what actually...
Best Home Renovation Projects for Maximum ROI in 2025
Watched HGTV tell my parents to gut their kitchen for “maximum ROI.” They spent $80K. Got maybe $40K back when they sold. The math on...
Why I Choose Plywood Siding for Most Home Projects
Plywood siding sounds cheap. It kind of is. But I’ve recommended it to clients for 10+ years because sometimes cheap and effective is exactly what...
The Wood Glues I Actually Use in My Workshop
Own more wood glue than I probably need. Most of it sits unused. Here’s what actually comes off the shelf regularly. For Most Stuff: Titebond...