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RE: Composting Vs. Low-Flow Toilets: Which One Makes More Sense?
For everyday use, I’d give reliable, familiar flushing more weight than the appeal of reusing waste, so I’d lean toward a low-flow option with a strong record of flushing well. I’d choose composting if the household genu...
RE: What do you keep on hand for sudden sewer backups?
I’m with you on the bleach - one bad mix-up and suddenly you’re googling “weird fumes in basement.” I usually just use gloves, but once when it got really gnarly, I wrapped a scarf around my face. Probably not OSHA-appro...
RE: Switching out a tub for a walk-in shower: copper vs. PEX pipes?
Copper’s got that “set it and forget it” vibe, which I totally respect, but I’ll admit - I went the PEX route when I did my bathroom swap last year. I was nervous at first (the idea of plastic pipes kind of weirded me ou...