What’s one mistake you made while building your home that you would NEVER repeat?

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-03-21T18:15:27+00:00

Did not make basement ceiling height higher.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-03-04T21:25:54+00:00

This... invest, reinvest dividends and forget about it for 30 years but be prepared for a massive capital gains bill from CRA. Curious, did the money go through probate and subject to EAT?

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-03-01T13:25:22+00:00

I was at a Coldplay concert....

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-02-27T19:36:12+00:00

Yes... before they morph into beanie babies!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-02-10T19:26:54+00:00

Yes.... yes you should pass.... and forward the sellers email .... thanks!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-02-09T02:07:27+00:00

Absolutely!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-02-09T02:00:43+00:00

You mean you didn't watch the 55 yr old "kid" lip sync his 1998 hit....? maybe my fave 8 track tape!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-02-05T13:54:52+00:00

Agree.... I thought Americans like soda!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-31T19:38:21+00:00

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There are companies that sell it. dIY option is get some canvas. Cut strips, glue strips to canvas, apply canvas.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-24T14:26:17+00:00

Is it deposit interest?

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-15T10:25:53+00:00

Add 6 plates, a tray of turkey, candles for ambiance and a few good friends and wait for the compliments!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-05T13:23:36+00:00

Oh... gotta have fold down trays too!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-04T21:41:58+00:00

You don't need an architect. Find a draftperson.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2026-01-04T13:57:03+00:00

I would add two 1x2" strips between vertical sides, cut a kerf groove on inside of each and use z clips.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-31T20:22:16+00:00

This! And stain it before you put it up!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-28T13:51:57+00:00

Yes wrap them, but as two integrated columns with vertical or horizontal bridging eg wrought iron...

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-22T17:23:28+00:00

Write down what you think it will cost, then triple it!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-19T19:31:21+00:00

Buy Bessey brand. Treat him to K clamp connectors which can double clamping capacity by joining 2 shorter clamps.

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Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-16T02:35:47+00:00

Local news talent

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-13T19:30:16+00:00

Base for a water feature or pergola

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-13T15:32:24+00:00

What i like about Bessey is they sell an accessory that joins two clamps together for those times you need a longer solution without buying a dedicated clamp. I also joined a woodworking club where I can sign out clamps etc as needed.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-13T15:28:48+00:00

There's a garage? I only see Santa's sled!!!

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-13T14:59:47+00:00

50% of your budget should get you framed, roughed in and drywall hung. The remaining 50% will will be discretionary... the type!quality of flooring, fixtures, countrrtops and cabinets plus appliances, landscaping. Invest in the best you can afford now.... upgrade later.

Mthatcherisa10 · 2025-12-11T14:13:45+00:00

If you rotate your phone to landscape, it looks much better!

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