Have you thought about using a smartwatch instead of your phone for quick plumbing lookups? I started doing that after nearly dunking my phone in a toilet tank (don't ask...). It's not perfect for detailed diagrams, but for quick reference stuff like pipe sizes or fitting types, it's surprisingly handy. Plus, no bulky cases needed. Curious if anyone else has tried this route or found it useful?
"I started doing that after nearly dunking my phone in a toilet tank (don't ask...)"
Been there, almost done that... let's just say rice bowls aren't just for dinner anymore. Honestly never thought about using my watch for plumbing lookups, mostly because mine's a basic model. But now you've got me thinking—could be a good excuse to upgrade. Anything that saves me from another phone-in-water scare might just pay for itself!
"rice bowls aren't just for dinner anymore."
Haha, yeah, rice saved my phone once too. I was replacing the kitchen faucet cartridge and had a YouTube video playing on my phone propped up near the sink. One slip later, and it was swimming in dishwater. After that, I started printing out quick reference diagrams or screenshots before tackling plumbing jobs—old-school but effective. Might try the watch idea next time, though mine's pretty basic too...maybe a laminated cheat sheet taped inside the cabinet door would work better?
Laminated cheat sheets are great, but honestly, painter's tape and a Sharpie have been my go-to. Scribble quick notes or diagrams, stick it right inside the cabinet door...easy to update and no worries about water damage. Saved me more than once mid-project.
"easy to update and no worries about water damage. Saved me more than once mid-project."
Painter's tape idea is smart, especially since it's removable without residue. I've been using dry erase markers directly on the mirror or tiles—easy cleanup, zero waste, and always handy mid-task...just don't accidentally smudge it!
