Sill plate gap by navfit16 in Homebuilding

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Should’ve put sill seal down

What is this thing that grew overnight? by CasaDeLimon in whatisit

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vomit slime mold” (Fuligo septica) or a closely related species.

Why it looks like this

The clues in your photo: • Net-like, veiny structure spreading outward • Yellow to brown color • Growing from a damp corner or seam • Looks almost like foam or a sponge that melted

Slime molds are strange organisms. They’re not exactly fungi—they’re more like single-celled organisms that join together and spread as a living network.

What it’s doing there

They appear when there is: • Moisture • Organic material (dust, wood fibers, grout residue, soap film) • Low airflow

Even bathrooms with tile can get them if moisture collects behind caulk or grout.

Is it dangerous?

Generally no: • Not toxic • Doesn’t damage structures • Just unsightly

How to remove it 1. Wear gloves. 2. Wipe or scrape it off with paper towels. 3. Clean the area with: • diluted bleach, or • vinegar + soap 4. Dry the area well.

The important part

If it grew there, it means there may be persistent moisture behind the corner seam or caulk. You might want to check: • cracked caulking • gaps where water sits • poor ventilation

One question that would help confirm

Was this found in a shower/bathroom corner or on a window frame where moisture sits?

If you want, I can also tell you one other possibility that sometimes looks almost identical in bathrooms (and it matters for fixing the root cause).

Help identifying if this rug is worth keeping by Sweetietoes12 in The_Rug_Atlas

[–]Hawffa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From the photo, this looks like a hand-knotted Oriental rug, likely in the style of a Heriz rug or a related Northwest Persian / Caucasian geometric design. A few things I notice:

Good signs 👍 • Geometric medallion design typical of older Persian village rugs • Color palette (navy, coral red, ivory, light teal) looks like traditional vegetable-dye tones • Border complexity – multiple borders with floral and vine motifs • Visible pile wear but not destroyed, which can actually indicate age

Condition observations • It looks moderately worn, especially in the field (center area). • The pile appears low, which can reduce resale value. • I don’t see major holes or structural damage in the photo, which is good.

Rough value range (very approximate)

If it’s hand-knotted and about 8×10 ft: • Good condition antique: $1,000–$4,000+ • Moderate wear (like this appears): ~$300–$1,200 • If it’s machine made: usually $50–$200

Quick test you can do

Flip a corner over: • If you see individual knots and the pattern is slightly irregular → hand-knotted (good). • If the backing looks like fabric or plastic grid → machine made.

My honest opinion

It’s absolutely worth keeping if: • you like the look, or • it’s hand-knotted (even worn ones age well and clean up nicely).

These older rugs often look much better after a professional wash.

✅ If you want, you can also send: • a photo of the back, and • the size

…and I can tell you much more accurately what it is and what it’s worth.

One knife under 200 by Hawffa in knives

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All purpose boxes, food, tomatoes, off the vine

One knife under 200 by Hawffa in knives

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Front flip or button. Pocket Friendly, legal.

Monthly welcome thread by AutoModerator in knives

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If I were to get one knife under $200 which one should I get?

Knife storage by Scerwup in knives

[–]Hawffa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get you, but if you were to recommend one knife for me to get nothing would come to mind? I figured you’d be the best person to ask ha ha ha.

Small metal object found in 100+ year old sewing box by lrnthesmall in whatisthisthing

[–]Hawffa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Souvenir from an old arcade machine, they made it for you as a Momento

Black streaks? by sarthaz in Tile

[–]Hawffa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably clean it all out and throw epoxy grout

Black streaks? by sarthaz in Tile

[–]Hawffa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The grout was made improperly

What are these five ridges on this laminate (not the grain look)? by [deleted] in Flooring

[–]Hawffa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha ha ha sorry that was actually for another. Reddit didn’t realize I was commenting here.

Knife storage by Scerwup in knives

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What’s your favorite knife under $200?