General Discussion Archives

New build roof trusses don’t fit … who’s accountable?
April 15, 2025

Homeowner here with a new build underway. My roof trusses came in and more that 75% of them are wrong. Some are too short, some too long, some are placed…
Kitchen Remodel
April 15, 2025

Is $10,000 enough for a kitchen remodel?
Discover Your Season: Colour Analysis for the Singaporean You
April 14, 2025

At Lifestyle Editor, we believe style starts with understanding yourself. Our expert-led Colour Analysis Singapore service helps you discover the shades that truly complement your skin tone, features, and personality.…
Client Struggling to Visualize Finished Space? Here’s What Helped on a Recent Custom Build
April 12, 2025

We recently supported a builder on a high-end custom home near Monaco where the client was having a hard time signing off on finish materials and lighting details—despite having samples…
Replacing trim on block wall.
April 11, 2025

This job requires replacing trim/ siding anchored directly into cinder block wall. How should I do this most effectively? Adhesives? Concrete anchors? Looks as if they used nails previously.
Moisture under siding/paint problems
April 11, 2025

I painted my 1964 colonial house last summer. It had a mix of old and newer paint. Scraped/sanded and full oil base primer followed by one finished coat of latex…
Newbie Here from Edinburgh
April 9, 2025

Hi everyone,I'm Renovala, based in Edinburgh. I’ve been working in property maintenance and home repairs for a little while now, currently with a team at Umega Home Repairs. I’m here…
wood floor discoloration
April 6, 2025

I think the discoloration near the door was caused by the black rubber of a floor mat, but I'm not sure what caused the darkening near the stairs. Regardless, Murphy's…
Painting exterior deck components
April 6, 2025

I understand there has already been a good deal of discussion regarding decking, so apologies for another question. I am hoping someone can point me in the right direction to…
wardrobe structure need suggestion
March 31, 2025

Hello,I plan to build a walk-in wardrobe in my home renovation, whose space is bounded by two perpendicular walls, two perpendicular cabinets(as shown in the attached picture as cabinet 1…

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