Episode 32 of Young House Love Has A Podcast is here, and these are the official show notes. In this installment a listener asked about the unusual habits and odd things you might discover around our house, and we happily pulled back the curtain to call each other out. We cover everything from the surprising supply John keeps in the office to the curious items that tend to accumulate on our couch and in kitchen drawers. Plus, a local realtor puts the brakes on Sherry’s fantasy bathroom revision, and John talks about a popular home robot that didn’t quite meet expectations.
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What’s New
- Above are reference photos of our current bathroom layout: the shower and toilet area sit to the right, while the main vanity is on the left. For now it feels like two separate bathrooms sitting side by side, separated by a partial wall.
- The floor plan highlights how those two areas are oddly divided. Our plan is to resolve that by opening the layout into one large vanity with two sinks, which will be far more functional than two separate vanities with a dividing wall.
- If you’re curious about the wardrobes we added to our first house’s main bedroom, there’s an older post that shows the project and the finished result (warning: small photos in that post).
- John also shared some background about his running history and his favorite seasonal running gear. If you run, you may find the gear recommendations and tips helpful for cooler-weather training.
What’s Not
- We discussed projects homeowners commonly regret and linked to a broader list covering the most regretted house projects. It’s a helpful resource if you’re weighing big remodel decisions and want to avoid common pitfalls.
- John also reflected on a few of his own “I’m glad I don’t have to do that again” projects, like building a deck at a previous house (far more exhausting than anticipated) and installing hardwood floors through an entire upstairs. Those tasks taught us a lot about planning, timeline expectations, and when to call in professional help.
Listener Question
- Want to share a home quirk? Leave us a short voicemail at 571-4-YHLHAP (571-494-5427) and we might play it on the show.
- Above is a shot of John’s dedicated running-clothes drawer in the office. Below you’ll find a photo of “Bearger” and his pal Burger — a couple of plush mascots that have become part of the household charm.
- And of course we can’t forget Rice Sock — imagine a bloated sock filled with uncooked rice that’s hiding somewhere in the house as a comfort prop or craft placeholder.
We’re Digging
- We mentioned an older Roomba model we owned and how entry-level robot vacuums have evolved. If you’ve used a robot vacuum, share your experience — we’re always curious whether these devices live up to the promise of making everyday life easier.
- If you enjoy highly organized spaces, accounts that focus on organization and editing interiors make for great inspiration. They’re a useful reference for storage solutions, styling, and small-space tricks that actually work in real life.
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