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Wiring Upgrades Most Builders Won’t Add Unless You Ask
  • by Megan Haskins

Wiring Upgrades Most Builders Won’t Add Unless You Ask

Most builders wire homes for today. Not for what you’ll actually want five years from now. These are some of the smartest wiring upgrades people wish they had added during rough-in. Smart Thermostat and Room Sensors Most thermostats only read...

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Why Homeowners Are Ditching Small Tiles for Large Ones
  • by Megan Haskins

Why Homeowners Are Ditching Small Tiles for Large Ones

Small tile had its run. Large-format tile is taking over modern homes for a reason. Here’s why the shift is happening. Small Tiles Mean More Grout Problems The biggest issue with small tiles is simple. There are too many grout...

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Should You Install Carpet in Bedrooms?
  • by Megan Haskins

Should You Install Carpet in Bedrooms?

We asked the Builder Brigade audience whether carpet belongs in bedrooms and the responses were extremely divided. Some people said carpet is a non-negotiable for comfort. Others acted like carpet was a biological weapon. But after going through all the...

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