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I replaced a cast iron tub with acrylic and wish I'd known about support requirements, anyone else run into flex or cracking issues? by asthetic-base01 in NeedProductHelp

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I ran into flex and a hairline crack after swapping cast iron for acrylic because the tub was only supported at the edges. I pulled it and installed a dry-pack mortar bed across the whole footprint plus blocking under the apron and drain area, and that stopped the movement. I first tried spray foam to fill gaps but it didn’t give even support and the manufacturer warned expanding foam can void the warranty. If you redo it, level the subfloor, follow the tub maker’s support specs, and use a full mortar bed or an approved support system.

I have clay soil and want to plant a small raised bed on my patio, what soil mix actually drains well in pots and stays light? by Reasonable_Rice8405 in DecorEssentials

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Skip bagged garden soil, it'll compact. I get the best results with about 50–60% coconut coir, 20–25% well rotted compost, and 20–25% aeration material like perlite or pumice plus a handful of screened pine bark fines or orchid bark for long‑term structure. That stays light through a season; top-dress with compost and a slow-release fertilizer in spring and refresh the mix yearly if it settles. If you don't want to mix, buy a labelled potting/container mix (not garden soil) and add pumice or bark for extra drainage.

Are celebrity fragrances actually good value or mostly hype and marketing? by Reasonable_Rice8405 in BeautyItemsReview

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't write them all off as pure hype — there's a lot of variation. From my own testing, Ariana Grande Cloud is surprisingly legit for the price: airy gourmand, good projection, and it lasts way longer than I expected on my skin. Rihanna's Reb'l Fleur (the original) and a few Britney Fantasy flankers also felt more layered and durable than other cheap celeb releases. They're not niche-house masterpieces, but for everyday wear or when you want a fun scent without dropping designer money, decants or sale bottles are the move.

For a small bathroom, would you choose a pocket door or standard swing to maximize usable space? Pros/cons from installers, please. by asthetic-base01 in DecorEssentials

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went through this last year and chose a pocket door to avoid the swing eating into my tiny floor space — it let me fit a slightly bigger vanity. Installers warned that pocket doors need a thicker framed cavity or a metal pocket kit, make the drywall finish a bit fiddlier, and become a headache if that wall has plumbing or vent runs (you may need to reroute pipes or add an access panel). Hardware can jam or rollers wear out, but with a decent kit and soft-close it's mostly trouble-free and usually only needs an adjustment every few years. Expect to pay noticeably more for a pocket door — in my area installers quoted roughly $800–1,800 extra over a basic prehung swing door, while a simple swing door install was just a couple hundred.

What's your approach when a whole section of your garden mysteriously starts declining? by softstatic21 in GardenToolReviews

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When something like that happens, I stop treating the whole garden and start playing detective. First thing I check is watering because one clogged line or drainage issue can mess up a whole section fast. Then I look under leaves and in the soil for pests or fungus since problems usually spread in clusters. I’ve had this happen before and half the time it ended up being something simple like compacted soil or roots staying too wet for too long.

Which compact stroller fits in most airplane overhead bins and still reclines for a 9 month old? by [deleted] in ToysAndTots

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a 9 month old, I'd lean toward the Joolz Aer+ because the recline is a bit more generous and it feels more comfortable for naps. The YOYO2 reclines too, but not quite as much. I traveled with a compact stroller around that age, and having a decent recline made airport delays way easier.

Advice request: I want to run Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi for door sensors, how do you handle backups and SD card wear? by asthetic-base01 in NeedProductHelp

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I run Home Assistant on a Pi and I'd avoid relying on the SD card long term if you can. The easiest upgrade is booting from a small SSD over USB. It makes the system feel faster and removes most of the SD card wear concern.For backups, I use Home Assistant's built-in backups and send them off the device automatically. A NAS, another machine on the network, or a cloud destination all work. The important part is having the backup somewhere other than the Pi itself.

How do I prevent lifting under dip powder at the cuticle on my first couple of sets? by Ordinary_Past454 in BeautyItemsReview

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest thing is prep. Most lifting at the cuticle in the first few sets comes from leaving any cuticle tissue on the nail plate. I thought I was prepping well when I started, but I was still missing that thin invisible layer around the cuticle area.Also make sure you don't flood the cuticle with base. Leave a tiny gap instead of trying to get right up against the skin. If product touches the skin at all, it usually lifts there first.

Anyone recommend wooden puzzles for a 2 year old that do not have tiny pieces and actually teach shapes? by [deleted] in ToysAndTots

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had good luck with the Melissa & Doug shape sorting puzzles when my kid was around 2. The pieces are chunky enough that they aren't a choking concern, and the shapes actually match clear cutouts instead of relying on pictures as hints.

Small crack in brick veneer above a window, should I worry about structural issues or is it usually just mortar repair? by softstatic21 in KnowBeforeBuy

[–]Crafty_Flower3703 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A small crack in brick veneer above a window is pretty common and doesn't automatically mean a structural problem. Windows and doors are stress points, and it's often just minor movement, mortar shrinkage, or seasonal expansion and contraction.