When was the last time you sourced quotes for a home renovation project? If it’s been a few years, you might be shell-shocked by today’s estimates. Whether you’re researching on your own or learning from others’ experiences, you’ll likely find
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Before we wrap up our DIY Deck series, I would like to highlight our experience with Brazilian Wood Depot. For full disclosure, this is not a paid partnership. Brian and I came across Brazilian Wood Depot on our own and
Mission accomplished! Our DIY deck project is finished. It began as a sticky, mosquito-infested adventure beneath the September sun and gradually came to a close in the deep chill of winter. Honestly, this experience became one of our favorite memories
Brian and I decided that 2023 was going to be the year that we rebuilt our deck. We were so committed to it that we included it in our 52 Experiences list last year. I’m happy to share that we
Brazilian hardwood wasn’t even on my radar until six months ago. I was completely unfamiliar with it; in fact, the only decking I had encountered before was pressure-treated pine and composite. If you had asked Brian and me a year
Neighbors approached Brian and me as we worked to replace the balcony flooring. They were excited for us. One remarked that he had never seen the prior owners set foot out there in the 7 years they lived in the
Brian and I kicked off the following Saturday with an early morning and a whole lot of optimism. We couldn’t wait to break down and tear out the old balcony flooring. We thought removing the original plywood floor would be
After the 10-hour venture to pick up our Marine-Grade Plywood, Brian and I took a week to research how to best protect it. Fresh from the aftermath of a waterproofing failure, we’ve become obsessed with learning about protective measures. It’s
There is risk when you peek behind the curtain. Much like Dorothy and Co. in The Wizard of Oz, you might find yourself surprised at the big reveal. A good facade doesn’t always mean there are good bones, as is
Owning a home is a unique experience. Good or bad, it’s rife with the potential for memories, discoveries, and lessons learned. It can also be nerve-racking, especially if you find yourself in unexpected situations. These situations can easily escalate when