- Totally agree on the self-leveler—skipping that step is just asking for headaches later. - One thing I noticed with plastic bases: they flex a bit i...

- I usually go with Teflon tape, but if it’s a bigger threaded joint or something that’s gonna see a lot of vibration, I’ll add a dab of pipe dope too...

- Totally get what you mean—nothing really holds up forever in a damp basement. - Industrial labels are a solid upgrade though. I tried the same tri...