Practical renovation notes. Updated weekly.

Fixing up an old house without losing your mind.

I write down the boring, messy realities of DIY repairs and tool work. You get honest essays on handling project screw-ups and surviving a messy remodel.

Milo Thorne

Behind the blog

Milo Thorne

I spend my weekends fixing drywall mistakes and trying to patch holes I accidentally made while measuring. Most days I am just staring at paint swatches that all look suspiciously identical.