As a DIY homeowner too, I really appreciate your transparency. It's easynto get caught up in the notion that every project goes without a hitch when people edit everything! Mistakes are human and thank you for sharing all sides with us

It hurst me to drill holes into my home's brick. So what I did was dug up a hole near the spigot and installed a cedar treated post, painted it black, and toped it off with a solar light, then I used that post to install my hoselink, and on the sides of the post I installed some brakes "hooks", so I can hang some hanging flower baskets off of them. I just couldn't make the commitment of drilling through my brick. If I decide that I no longer have a need for it or want to move it, I just have to dig the post up or cut it below the dirt. No holes to repair or paint to touch up.

@Nanasews4

2 ай бұрын

Yes....perfect solution.

You are so awesome, Kelsey. I know how frustrating that must have been. You're a real champ!

Just watched this video and it was full of fantastic ideas. You shared simple yet effective tips for sprucing up outdoor spaces.

I recently found your channel while researching about whitewashing my brick. I really enjoy your videos and have been going through from the beginning. I appreciate that you keep in the hiccups and frustrations. DIY is super satisfying but definitely has its moments. Love seeing all you have done to your house. 🙂 Great motivation and tips as I prepare for my upcoming projects.

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Oh dear….its never fun to hit a water line. I accidentally shot a Brad nail into our main sewage line….yeah that was no fun and also pretty pricey. Repairing the drywall isn’t the most fun either. I’m sorry you had that happen, but I’m glad they were able to access it and also glad you have a nice neighbor. :) On a positive note, the fence looks amazing! I did that summer before last and my poor arms felt like they were vribrating for hours after I finished! 😂😂😂 Oh what we do to make things look nice and last longer! 😊

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Oh no! Sorry that happened. And yes my arms felt exactly like that!

Power washing the fence made a big difference. It was horrible about hitting your water line. I know you were frustrated. ....things are looking amazing see you next week ❤

Right before you said it, I was thinking, “Sounds like one of those things that I’d on the weekend when the plumber is double.” Yup. The main reason I never had a pool is because I know I could not keep up with it. I think it’s normal for it to go green when it’s not in use. Wow though. Look at how much better all the deck looks with every thing you’ve done back there! That adds so much value to your home. Also, the power wash-sooooo gratifying!

It sucks to break a pipe, especially that time of day. You got lucky, thank God for great neighbors. The yard/patio is looking nice.

What a shock that must have been! The flower bed looks really good👌

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness I panicked. I’ve never done anything like that before. Lesson learned.

Seal won’t last in TX. I did it and got two years before I grayed out. I went with stain and it looks great. I went with a color similar to your deck, just a bit warmer.

Looks great all you need is some sod to make it all come together.

Awesome video Kelsey

The outdoor cleaner would work on your fence too and save you loads of time. Just rinse well after. Everything looks really good!

Power washing is so fun! That is my favorite thing to do! We have the retractable hose keeper and it is life changing! I love it! Have a great week!

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

I love power washing! I think the retractable hose is going to be so useful.

Your fence looks great

Great job on that fence new subscriber ❤love it !!

I would add a fitting to the faucet on the outside. It moves too much when turning on the water. Over time you might break the pipe.

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Good idea

Looking good Kelsey, accidents happen to all of us ❤️🇨🇦👍🏼😉

Things mostly go well until they don’t, you did. Great anyhow 😃❤️

Looks good, stuff happens, love you girl ❤

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

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Getting ready to paint my house and I am trying to see what color you used. I really like it. I'm looking at greens.

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Lauriston stone by sherwin williams

Yikes!!! What I’ve seen people do is dig a hole place a 4x4 and cement it for 2 reasons To avoid drilling through siding and second to be able to take hose with them if they move. Once it’s drilled into the house you can not take it unless you remove it b4 you list your house s d then need to patch holes.

Enjoyed

Oh no! How frustrating! Make sure you fill in those empty holes next to the bracket with exterior caulk. Good luck with phase 2 of your project!

the way I would also drill into something important without knowing🤣🤣🤣🤣it's okay girl, the good thing is you got it fixed!!

@KelseyRomitoDIY

2 ай бұрын

😂😂

Thank you for share all you work 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅. Veryyyyy nice 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Real Life! Love it! 💦 I wondered also if you took a paint brush and brushed the bleach on to the furniture instead of spraying it, if it would go faster? Just a thought.

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

I never thought of that but it totally might. Definitely would have hurt my hand less!

Kelsey, did you ever look into the Aquor for your water spigot?

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

No I’ll check it out!

Can you update us on the hose in a few weeks? It's so much cheaper than a Hoselink but wondering if it holds up well. Thank you!

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

I’ve been using it like crazy for the last week and it’s been great so far

@striketochill

3 ай бұрын

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Yay, awesome thank you!!

Oh my dear! Those yard gremlins are really throwing wrenches 🔧 in your outside plans…the finger and now the pipe. Little stinkers. I hope the rest goes off without a hitch and they settle down already. Seriously it’s looking good and gonna make your summer great (although I confess I’m not ready to see satan running around this summer while I boil!)

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

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Bless your heart. It was an accident.

Oh no hope it wasn't crazy expensive....

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

Not too bad.

your home is lovely except for your garden. Why not plant some bushes and trees? you could have some hedge type against that ugly fence to cover it. As it is it is very bare, do you not like gardening? sorry if this sounds rude but as a keen gardener I hate to see empty gardens!

@KelseyRomitoDIY

3 ай бұрын

No, I don’t really like gardening but the main reason I don’t want to fill it with plants is because I have kids who use the backyard to play. The backyard is already small enough.

Oh dear. Still, your home looks like somebody cares.