Home improvement spending has increased by 17 percent from last year, reaching just over $9,000. However, common misconceptions about home renovations can lead homeowners astray and potentially cause costly mistakes. Some common myths include the belief that DIY projects can save money, that older homes cost more to maintain, that the kitchen is the most remodeled room, and that most homeowners are not prepared for major emergencies.
These myths often stem from old-fashioned beliefs or misinformation, leading homeowners astray and potentially causing costly mistakes. Property expert Thomas Goodman explains common misconceptions about home renovation, which could end up costing thousands.
Remodeling always adds value to your home, but there are some myths that need to be addressed before selling a home. Some myths include that repairs are cheaper than replacements, and that any remodel is a good one.
Some common misconceptions about home renovation include that only big renovations make an impact, that DIY is easier and costs less, that adding a pool automatically adds value, and that home inspectors will find every problem.
In conclusion, understanding these myths can help homeowners confidently approach their projects, avoid common pitfalls, and create a home that shows their style and needs. By debunking common misconceptions and focusing on the right aspects of home renovation, homeowners can create a home that showcases their unique style and needs.
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The rocks/gravel in the bottom of a pot got me years ago. I was frustrated whenever i cleaned them out and had to pick all that garbage out of my soil. Never again. Haha Another thing I grew up with was avocado seeds, toothpicks, and water to start a plant. I just throw those pits in the ground and there’s no trouble with transitioning from water roots to soil roots. 🌱 🥑
Got a laugh out of the list of “soil amendments” you had on screen there, unicorn fur and bat eyelashes lmao! TBH that’s not far off the magical sounding marketing you see on some of the dozens of products you’ll find on garden center shelves. You really don’t need most of that stuff it’s totally true. It’s all chemistry and biology at the end of the day, just need the right balance of organics, nutrients and pH. I hear all the time of people chasing “perfect” values for these things, but the truth is you don’t need to unless your soil is actually really depleted or out of balance. Nature can take it’s course most of the time if you let it, and plants are tough, especially the ones bred for our food and enjoyment. I learned the truth about the gravel in the bottom not contributing to drainage when I was learning more about bonsai trees actually. They are grown in such shallow pots, that a gravel layer would just take up space. In fact, the soil used for most bonsai is very airy and gravely so it would just be completely redundant even if it did help. The only thing a layer of rock in the bottom is good for is filler if you are trying to conserve soil (for example I’ve used layers of lava rock in the bottom of bog garden containers, with a screen between the rock layer and peat moss soil layer) I have heard a “sciencey” sounding explanation of why watering at midday supposedly causes leaf burn, that the water droplets act like little magnifying glasses and focus sunlight onto the leaves and burn them.