Older Homes

The Toilet That Wouldn’t Quit Leaking: My DIY Plumbing Battle

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DIY Toilet Flange Repair: Fixing Leaks in Your Older Home

Okay, fellow homeowners, let’s talk about one of those less-than-glamorous DIY projects that often pops up in older houses: the dreaded toilet leak. Mine decided to make its presence known about a month ago, and after a bit of investigation, I realized it was coming from the flange connection. This wasn’t just a little drip; … Read more

Wonky Walls, Wonderful Cabinets: Harmonizing Your Older Home Kitchen

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Wonky Walls, Wonderful Cabinets: Harmonizing Your Older Home Kitchen

As anyone who’s renovated an older home knows, “straight” and “level” can sometimes be more like polite suggestions than actual architectural features. My own gardening journey has taught me a lot about working with nature’s imperfections – a gnarled tree branch here, a slightly sloping patch of earth there. You learn to adapt, to see … Read more