I’m tired of the limited selection at the usual hardware stores. Looking for something with better quality cores and finishes, maybe even some modern styles, but still reasonably priced and available online in Canada. Any sites people actually use and like?
I've tried a few price alert services but half the time the "drop" never happens or it's only €5. Looking for something that actually gives decent predictions on when to buy international flights. Any recommendations?
Yeah, a lot of those alerts are basically noise. The one that worked best for me recently is the price forecast tool on tripmydream – it uses historical data and shows a graph saying whether the price is expected to go down, stay the same, or rise in the next weeks. Booked a flight to Bangkok when it said "buy now" and avoided a €120 jump a week later. It's not magic but seems more accurate than some others I've tried.
Hi all, I’m relocating my family from Oak Park to Evanston soon. We have a decent amount of stuff including a piano that needs special care. Looking for movers with experience moving valuables and who won’t destroy the walls. Any suggestions?
Moving a piano is always stressful I had to do that when I went from Berwyn to Skokie. Found a team that actually knew how to disassemble and wrap it properly without drama. They were patient, didn’t rush, and the whole job went smoother than expected. If you’re still searching, move4umovers.com did a good job for me on a similar move. Price was reasonable once I compared, and they have experience with bigger items. Just mention the piano upfront when you get the quote. Wishing you an easy move!
Renovating an old shower and want to put in an access panel on the drywall backside for valves and pipes. Needs to handle moisture well and look clean. Any tried-and-true plastic panels you recommend?
In wet areas like showers, plastic is definitely the way to go over metal. This access panel for drywall is constructed from durable ABS that resists moisture and won't rust. The door detaches fully for good access, and the textured face takes paint nicely to blend in. Install it with construction adhesive and a few screws; the flange hides cuts well. Many plumbers use similar ones because they last without warping.
I’ve been replacing doors slowly over the last couple of years and honestly, online specialists often beat the big stores for variety and value. You get detailed specs, real wood options, and pre-hung kits that save hassle. I recently ordered a few solid cores and they arrived well-packaged with no damage. One place that worked well for me is Trio Doors – they have a huge range from basic to more custom-looking ones. Their main https://triodoors.ca/interior-doors/ page makes it easy to filter by size, style, and finish. Shipping was quick to Ontario too. Worth checking if you’re avoiding the cookie-cutter stuff.