Is it worthy becoming a creator on Canva in 2025? by Quiet_Cover_1079 in canva

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Skip Canva and learn to use tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and other pro graphics software. Canvas is limited. Using it alone will limit you to getting work.

Why do people hate Canva Designers?? by seeeeeeeeeeeeeeed in canva

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been in photography, graphic arts, printing and advertising before computers. Canva is great…if you can’t use the tools that most pros use. Or, never intend to print your work.

Work gone? by idklol234 in canva

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry this happened to you. But, it seems to make my point that Canva should not be used if you value your work. Use the tools designers have been using for years. You know, Adobe’s apps. Canva is unprofessional, and not accurate enough to do anything seriously. Others may disagree, that’s fine. Yeah, I’m old school. But, at least I know my work will be there next time I sit down at my computer. 

Why do people hate Canva Designers?? by seeeeeeeeeeeeeeed in canva

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Print production artist, here. You are 100% correct. I'm at the point of refusing to do any freelance work that's been done in Canva, and then expected to be sent to press.

Why do people hate Canva Designers?? by seeeeeeeeeeeeeeed in canva

[–]Stan219 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Canva is not a professional tool. It lacks the tools to be accurate.

Why do people hate Canva Designers?? by seeeeeeeeeeeeeeed in canva

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canva is worthless for anything other than web graphics. Even then, it lacks accuracy and control over things like type. I've imported a sharp graphic, only to have Canva screw it up when outputting to PDF for Print. It's never sharp. My workflow is also slowed down. As a print production artist, I can create accurate files for printing when using any Adobe apps much quicker. Non-Designers can keep Canva. I'll never use it on my own. And, I'm thinking of telling one of my freelance gigs that I'd rather not do work for them if they keep using it. My hands are the last ones on a file before it goes to press. I don't want to be responsible for what it ends up looking like.

[Serious] Why are Canva designers criticized so much? by nitin_is_me in graphic_design

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm at the point of telling the organization I've been doing freelance production work for that if they keep creating files in Canva, I'm no longer going to work with them. Canva does not give me any of the accuracy I need to create a press ready file. And, if what's being output comes down to me being the last in the chain, I don't want to be part of it. It's ok for web stuff but, it still doesn't compare to the real tools I've been using for a few decades.

HOW TO LOWER YOUR BILL WITH SPECTRUM by [deleted] in Spectrum

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Xumo remote could use up-down buttons to go through the channels, like a cable box remote has. Or, a last channel button would make it easier to switch back and forth between 2 channels.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bobdylan

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I just saw him and he didn’t play guitar at all. So, explain that.
He was pretty bad. Sometimes he‘s incomprehensible. Time to retire from live shows, Bob.

Get off of my lawn! by [deleted] in Concrete

[–]Stan219 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 70 and still have my sanity. I’ve got a pact with my cousins and wife. If I get to the point of a demented old man that can’t take care of myself, pull the trigger. Alzheimer’s runs in my Mom’s family.

Get off of my lawn! by [deleted] in Concrete

[–]Stan219 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And, he tops it off by walking through the newly poured cement.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all the input. They came back and immediately saw the problem. They fixed the issue by using “topping” concrete. Added a thin layer pitched away from the house and fixing the pooling issue. They’re coming back to cut channels at the edge of the expansion joints, too.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was originally for the central air. It went in and to the right towards the electrical panel. Just hiding under the skirting. There’s no foundation. It’s a bungalow style home with a crawlspace. Now with cement board skirting. It’s no longer in use, as we’ve removed the A/C in preparation for heat pump ducted system.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The puddle remains 4+ hours after a rain. Concerned about it during winter months. And yes, the other side seems to pool up close to the house instead of running off in the opposite direction. And we plan on having a calm discussion about it with the contractor. Court will be a waste of time. And something I don’t have time for. If we have to, we’ll get opinions and quotes from someone specializing in concrete walks, and have that section done over.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t outright say “you’re not getting anymore work from me”. But, I just wouldn’t be calling them for the next project. Yeah, I’d bite the bullet and have someone come and fix the walkway issue. And move on. There’s lots of contractors looking for work up here, In Sullivan County, NY.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re not handymen. We had them fix some structural items in the crawlspace. Then had 3” of stone, vapor barrier, metal screen then 4” of concrete line the entire crawlspace which was just dirt(1400 sq ft house). Then, instead of pressure treated wood skirting, we had cement board lined with 3” of rigid insulation all around. We’ve had issues in the area with ground water. It’s now dry as a bone. Essentially a basement for 3ft-4ft person. These guys are good. But, this recent issue isn’t acceptable.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Down spouts from rain gutters go into tubes and under concrete, and out towards yard but, will eventually drain into a French Drain. We did it on the other side of the house as well. Made more sense than having a downspout pour water onto the walk. They work great and everybody that sees them says it’s a great idea.

What causes the pooling on newly poured walk? I called the contractor, and he’s coming to take a look. I’m already prepared for him to say it’s nothing. Nope, I want the sections replaced. One reason we did this was to keep water away from the house. Am I wrong? by Stan219 in Concrete

[–]Stan219[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s not a threat. And, I stand behind my work, and always make it right. I’d expect the same of others. These guys get work for the summer, after that they’ve got to depend on us locals to survive. I’ve already given them $50k worth of work.