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DH:TP - 039 - Can you live in your house while it's being remodeled?

It's one of the most commonly asked questions in remodeling. And a lot of times the answer is yes, you technically can...but should you? Katie and TJ talk through the things you need to think about before you commit, from noise and dust to water and phasing. TJ regrets a loud river cruise, Katie reveals a short-lived career as a party princess, and neither one of them would ever live through a remodel - not even a little bit.

DH:TP - 038 - The Tile Episode

Join Katie and TJ as they review the wonderful world of tile with the President of Architessa, David Benson. They review tile basics, like the difference between ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and LVT. They discuss large format tile and porcelain slabs, and what to consider when choosing an installer. They explain what overage is and why it's important to remember when figuring out the amount of tile you need. And they ponder how long David and TJ have been friends (100 years?). Here a link to the resources that Architessa provides to help you make better tile decisions: https://architessa.com/pages/resources [https://architessa.com/pages/resources]

DH:TP - 037 - Our favorite things

No rain drops on roses in this episode. Katie and TJ get personal and each share their 3 favorite things about their homes. Somehow, and maybe unsurprisingly, they end up discussing 1950's toys.

DH:TP - 036 - The Shower Episode

In the follow up to their smash hit, The Toilet Episode, Katie and TJ do a deep dive on showers. What to consider when you're planning a curbless shower, the difference between thermostatic and pressure balance valves, digital shower setups, steam showers, and more...

DH:TP - 035 - Happy Home Stories - Meera

In our second Happy Home Stories episode, Katie and TJ are joined by Meera. She discusses her basement remodel, why she did it, how her experience went, the value of RealTIME Design, and what she learned.