paulcollector
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RE: finally figured out my boiler plumbing—anyone else find it tricky?

I get the appeal of heat-shrink, but I’ve always wondered about the long-term plastic waste, even if you’re reusing it. Have you tried laser-engraved ...

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RE: Cracked Sink Dilemma: DIY Kit or Professional Fix?

I totally relate to the eco-guilt—feels wrong to junk a whole sink over a hairline crack. But yeah, I’ve noticed the same: if it’s a tiny fissure on p...

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RE: Kitchen Sink Money Drain: How Much Did You Spend Replacing Yours?

I hear you on the countertop cutout—those old laminate tops can be unforgiving. I’ve chipped one before and it’s a pain to hide. As for the temporary ...

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RE: my shower's gone rogue and sprays everywhere but down

Maintenance-free is definitely a stretch—nothing in plumbing ever really is, right? I get what you mean about the mesh screens clogging up. I’ve tried...

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RE: Kitchen sink disaster—DIY or call a plumber?

I totally get the “learning experience” thing—been there with a slow drip that warped my bamboo cabinet base. Did you look into any eco-friendly mater...

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RE: Keeping Pipes Safe and My Sanity Intact

Yeah, totally agree on the recycled foam sleeves—they’re my go-to too. Ever tried doubling up on them for pipes near exterior walls? I did that last y...

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RE: ever wondered how faucets actually work?

Had a similar experience myself—spent weeks chasing down a drip, replaced washers, cartridges, even checked the pressure regulator twice. Ever conside...

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RE: need some advice on setting up a rain harvesting setup at home

Metal roofs might seem cleaner, but I've found they can still surprise you. Mine tends to collect a thin film of pollen and dust, especially during sp...

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RE: sink's spraying water everywhere—what do you grab first?

Yeah, shutting off the valve is usually my first instinct too, but you're right—those valves can get pretty stubborn over time. Ever tried using penet...

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RE: keeping your bidet clean—is it just me or kind of a hassle?

Yeah, I've noticed the same thing with mine. I've had it about a year now, and while I appreciate the water savings and reduced paper waste, the miner...

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