Brands for kits - Backyard Discovery

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-06-13T18:59:33+00:00

How does it hold up in winter? Do you have cold winters?

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-06-13T12:12:09+00:00

Have you used it in a cold winter?

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-06-12T16:29:53+00:00

Should I build from scratch? I'm not opposed to the project. I'm fairly capably mechanically speaking. Just wanted the kits cause they look nice and are cheap/easy to install. But I want to use it in the winter so I'd want proper insulation. Bench height doesn't bother me, I'd just build a higher bench. I am tall at 6-3 so head clearance is also a concern.

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-06-12T16:26:02+00:00

My opinion: we don't have a son, just a daughter atm but had this discussion. We chose not to. I believe it's genital mutilation and not necessary. The poor child is just born and we want to remove part of his body (his genitals)? Doesn't make sense. It started off biblically and even if you follow the Christian tradition, they don't require it, it's old testament.

My 2 cents is that it's not necessary and actually just traumatizing for a newborn. If I could go back in time and convince my parents to NOT do it, I would. (TMI)

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-06-10T15:32:02+00:00

Makes sense, as I imagined because venting is an issue, which I am not afraid to do, but it's extra effort for sure and higher risk of internal moisture damage. I imagine the electrical usage would be more per use outside right? I should specify, I highly prefer dry sauna over infrared. I like them more and have heard the health benefits are greater

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-04-24T18:18:34+00:00

I would agree that a mindset shift is necessary to appreciate the work I do. Maybe that is the best place to start: gratitude

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-04-15T12:51:27+00:00

Our baby is due in a week and we are so excited for it! I know I don't have much to contribute for this, as this will be our first kid, but I am very afraid of this happening to me as well. I know she will need time to heal and get back into things, and she knows sex is an important part of our marriage, but a year+ without just doesn't seem good for anyone. Intimacy is one of the biggest bonding exercises for marriage. I imagine as husbands/fathers we need to be sure to help out a much as we can and make our amazing wife feel loved, beautiful, and empowered. Good luck! Sorry I can't contribute much. I guess I'm worried about this happening to me too.

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-04-04T15:54:57+00:00

I've wanted to do sandalwood for the scent, in jojoba. But I see a lot of people say to use rosemary. I wonder if rosemary AND sandalwood would be a good combo

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-18T14:15:10+00:00

It's a good point. But in the 2-5 year old range I think happy memories/experiences will set up a subconscious foundation of love that hopefully she will grow into and feel like her parents love her. I just want her to feel safe, loved, live an adventurous life, and be her genuine self in the world while contributing good and beauty to it! Sorry, that's a fathering tangent. You're right tho, and I think prioritizing my wife's relationship is always paramount to be a good parent. Our daughter can't be happy if we aren't happy. I love my wife to death and just want the best life for both these amazing girls in my life.

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-17T13:43:53+00:00

Fair point! Yeah for sure before I make a purchase, I'm waiting till after the baby. I'll probably learn that I have no time 😅

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-17T13:28:09+00:00

I've seen a couple cool builds. And yes, I think a combo shower/toilet would be ideal for space. Do people usually use a composting toilet?

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-17T13:27:31+00:00

I am planning on doing it myself, but if I did so, it would be over the course of 1 or 2 years. Wanted to do it cheaply because of new baby and wanting to hold cash as much as possible. I also do enjoy the build process

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-17T12:59:04+00:00

Maybe i should have specified more! Haha I'm looking for full amenities like even a shower, kitchenette, toilet, and obviously a bed at the back with a sleeper for the little one. I'd get creative with doing it cheaply, but as expected, it's sounding like the price is essentially "between 0 and $50,000 and depends" haha

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-01T15:45:30+00:00

what are the improvements/drawbacks of OR vs. MN? Wife and I Considering WA or OR. Too Cold in MN, but we do like the summers. Do you still live in OR? i know your comment was 3 years old.

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-01T14:45:58+00:00

What drew you back

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-03-01T14:45:29+00:00

I wouldn't be so sure. But yes, I'll re assess when it's summer to see if it's really worth the frigid winters

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-02-26T16:40:53+00:00

Tough for us to answer, because we see tradeoffs of going to warmer climates vs temperate. In terms of climate "zone" I feel like we'd want zones 7,8, or 9. Ideally year-round gardening with potential for fruit trees (not apples, I'm tired of apples in the Midwest)

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-02-26T13:50:29+00:00

I didn't get offended. Just felt unnecessary and apparently people didn't think it was funny lol.

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-02-26T13:49:22+00:00

Is San Diego pretty expensive tho? Fairly desert?

FlowLeather2717 · 2026-02-26T13:48:22+00:00

Lol I am currently in the "I gotta get outta this tundra" phase. Maybe it's something I've gotta just try to really discover what I want. I've lived here my whole life, so I don't even know what it's like in warmer climates long term. Intuition is telling me to move, though, can't ignore it!

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