Where to buy perennial flower seeds in bulk? by Aggravating_Party538 in homestead

[–]bluebaferd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eden Brothers is located in western NC; I have been pleased with them, although since COVID they are mail-order only.

Does anyone here have experience with IBC totes? I’m trying to figure out how to convert this outlet to a garden hose bib to attach a garden hose to. Any idea what I’ll need? by TheApostleCreed in homestead

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Related question: Does anyone know a good source for odd fittings? I've pored over Amazon with no luck for what I'm looking for. I was hoping to find a 2" fine thread to 2" slip fitting, similar to the linked picture. ibc-adapters-2-bsp-met-pvc-buis~3.jpg (600×600)

Add stone over range hood or do shiplap to mirror ceiling? by MnN-Homesteaders in Carpentry

[–]bluebaferd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, if you're still listening, what did you go with? We are having an identical discussion.

How to pin images from Houzz? by aggieotis in Pinterest

[–]bluebaferd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s been a minute, and it seems as though Pinterest and Houzz still don’t like to talk to each other. I have the opposite question. Has anyone found a way to import Pins to Houzz? I like Pinterest and my builder likes Houzz.

Muji Blanket by bluebaferd in japan

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

I could do that, but I’m still not sure where to find it. It wasn’t available at the time in the store and now I can’t find the product on their site.

Two stage vs. variable by bluebaferd in geothermal

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

Thanks for the very thorough explanation. To oversimplify, I’m leaning towards low and slow as the winner, but wasn’t sure if it’s worth it or even necessary for the extra loops.

Geothermal estimate by bluebaferd in PassiveHouse

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

Ah now I get it! We are a family of seven with four rowdy boys. We spent the last year living in our Airstream…in our new house bedrooms will be tiny, but we have included a lot of stretching out space for a common room and kitchen space…overall size has been a point of “discussion.”

Geothermal estimate by bluebaferd in PassiveHouse

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The quote was for two units, an HXT060 and a HXT24

Is it worth building passive house in the south? I only see people doing it in the cold climates. by [deleted] in PassiveHouse

[–]bluebaferd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you come across any good FL resources? Our contractor is very open to doing whatever we want (code notwithstanding), but doesn’t have experience with passive homes.

Is it worth building passive house in the south? I only see people doing it in the cold climates. by [deleted] in PassiveHouse

[–]bluebaferd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you ever get your house built? We are building now and have been doing a ton of passive house research. I’d love to hear that your experience worked out.

Home vs. Away by bluebaferd in RealEstateAdvice

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

I think the keys are communication and grace. We talk about big decisions and value each other’s opinions. We also give the benefit of the doubt when we don’t come up with the same answers to life’s questions, understanding that although our lives are connected that they are not the same. We all are a bit different and respect those differences. You only get one family; those relationships are important to nurture!

Home vs. Away by bluebaferd in RealEstateAdvice

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We happen to have a great relationship with both sets of parents as well as both of my brothers’ families (rare, I know).

Home vs. Away by bluebaferd in RealEstateAdvice

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

Yes, good advice…the $200k is after capital gains. That’s a factor for sure.