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RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
That’s a fair point about flex kits, especially if you’re picking the sturdier ones and not those flimsy accordion types. I’ve had similar luck under my kitchen sink - went with a reinforced flex pipe and it’s been leak-...
RE: Green Drain Solutions: Baking Soda & Vinegar Vs. Enzyme Cleaners?
I’ve wondered the same thing about baking soda and vinegar. It’s kind of fun to watch, but I’m not convinced it does much for anything beyond a minor clog. I tried it on a bathroom sink that was draining super slow, and ...
RE: Finally ditched the black tank: my dry loo journey
Honestly, you’re not alone with the gnat struggle - it’s like they have a sixth sense for compost. I’ve had similar luck with coffee grounds, though sometimes I wonder if it’s just wishful thinking. The moisture balance ...
RE: Keeping your water heater running longer without breaking the bank
That’s a good reminder about the draft hood and gas lines - those areas really do need to breathe. I’ve seen people get a little too enthusiastic with the insulation and end up making things less safe, which is the oppos...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
It’s reassuring to hear someone else has had a better experience with the newer dual-flush setups. I was skeptical at first, especially after reading so many complaints about weak half flushes, but it’s interesting how m...
RE: Half flush never seems to work right - am I missing something?
I had a similar experience with a retrofit kit on my mid-90s tank. The half flush was super inconsistent at first - sometimes it barely moved any water, other times it was almost a full flush. Ended up adjusting the floa...