We just purchased a house and I decided to use latex paint that was from 2019 in the basement. I painted one small bedroom and after two weeks or more the smell is awful. I learned there are things that happen as paint in a can ages. I was encouraged to use Zinsser BIN Shellac because it can cover/mask the old paint smell.
Is this my best option?
Thanks!
I had an ICCU replacement back in April but today I went to my car on the garage with about a 37% charge but the car is absolutely dead. No lights no seat movement nothing. When the ICCU was replaced they told me the 12v was fine. I wonder if that's not the case any longer.
Google Gemini says:
Why this happens to the Ioniq 5:
ICCU Failure: The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) malfunctions and stops charging the 12V battery from the high-voltage pack.
Parasitic Drain: Third-party utility or smart-charging apps connected to Bluelink constantly wake the car's computers, draining the battery while parked.
Improper Sleep State: Leaving the vehicle unlocked in a garage prevents the electronics from fully powering down, leading to rapid drain.
Defective OEM Battery: Factory 12V batteries occasionally have bad cells or lack the capacity to handle the constant electronic load.
Other than the toe to the dealer, what else can I look at besides a jump start?
As for parasitic drain I do have a dash cam but it only gets power when the car is on.
Thanks!
I've read elsewhere that Fender may not support this much longer. I've found after 2 years it's not an intuitive console and teaching volunteers at the church I work is very confusing for them. We need a replacement that is super intuitive. Looking for suggestions. Budget is $2k. Thanks!
I played pickleball the other night and courts were about 75 feet from the car. During play the car alarm blared 5 times within a 20 min period and I had a hard time turning it off with the remote. I couldn't see anything unusual near my 2025 I5 Limited, no people or vehicles next to it causing the problem. It seemed random.
Anyone had this experience?
I’ve had my car (2025 Ioniq 5 Limited AWD) for exactly a year this month. I absolutely love this vehicle and look forward to future updated versions, but the Digital Key has been the bane of my existence.
Sometimes I walk up to the car and it unlocks perfectly. Other times, I walk up and it does absolutely nothing. My location, phone settings, and Bluetooth connections remain exactly the same. I love the idea of the Digital Key and not having to carry a fob, but I don't know what to do about the unreliability anymore.
For example, this morning I went out to my car and stood next to it for 30 to 45 seconds. Nothing happened. I opened my digital wallet, and it wouldn't work. I finally opened the Bluelink app and used that to unlock the doors. Even stranger, once I got in and sat down, the side mirrors remained folded in.
I don't understand how this car can be so inconsistent when it comes to locking and unlocking. Has anyone else experienced this, or found a reliable fix?
S26 Ultra
I have this unit and we just purchased a new home. I want to skip installing a NEMA outlet and go hard wired. Can I simply cut the plug and connect to the breaker, or is this not recommended? Thanks!
Hello everyone, I attended a local estate sale in Fort Collins this morning and came across a beautiful 81-inch square hide. After a bit of friendly negotiation, I was able to purchase it for $70.
I am hoping to identify the type of animal it came from—are there any telltale markings or characteristics I should look for?
I currently make boat-style totes using #8 duck canvas with leather accents, but considering the size and quality of this piece, I am wondering if it would be better suited for a full leather tote. Any insights or suggestions on identification or best uses would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
We are purchasing a new home and plan to replace approximately 1,400 sq ft of existing carpeting. My wife has strong chemical sensitivities to the VOCs and off-gassing commonly associated with standard carpets and LVP, so minimizing chemical exposure is our primary requirement.
We are currently looking into solid hardwood, specifically hickory, oak, or maple.
For those who have navigated allergies or chemical sensitivities during a remodel:
What has been your experience with off-gassing when replacing floors?
Beyond solid wood, what specific materials or finishes have you found to be the safest, lowest-emission alternatives?
Are there specific installation methods, underlayments, or adhesives we should avoid?
Appreciate the factual insights.
We are purchasing a new home and plan to replace approximately 1,400 sq ft of existing carpeting. My wife has strong chemical sensitivities to the VOCs and off-gassing commonly associated with standard carpets and LVP, so minimizing chemical exposure is our primary requirement.
We are currently looking into solid hardwood, specifically hickory, oak, or maple.
For those who have navigated allergies or chemical sensitivities during a remodel:
What has been your experience with off-gassing when replacing floors?
Beyond solid wood, what specific materials or finishes have you found to be the safest, lowest-emission alternatives?
Are there specific installation methods, underlayments, or adhesives we should avoid?
Appreciate the factual insights.
We are purchasing a new home and plan to replace approximately 1,400 sq ft of existing carpeting. My wife has strong chemical sensitivities to the VOCs and off-gassing commonly associated with standard carpets and LVP, so minimizing chemical exposure is our primary requirement.
We are currently looking into solid hardwood, specifically hickory, oak, or maple.
For those who have navigated allergies or chemical sensitivities during a remodel:
What has been your experience with off-gassing when replacing floors?
Beyond solid wood, what specific materials or finishes have you found to be the safest, lowest-emission alternatives?
Are there specific installation methods, underlayments, or adhesives we should avoid?
Appreciate the factual insights.
An aquaintence purchased one of my totes. First time selling after learning to sew 15 months ago. I'm so thrilled. This is a #8 duck canvas exterior, 12oz canvas lining. Real leather straps, leather outside pocket and leather bottom. I'm having so much fun.
We're moving into a new home soon and I'm considering a 15x20 foot sewing room. I used AI to help calculate and design a 6x4 foot work table. This is what it provided. Any ideas/suggestions are welcome. I've never had anything like this and I'm only into sewing for the last 15 months. I'm sure there are many ways to approach this. Thanks!
I have a '25 I5 Limited. We just purchased a new home and the breaker box only has one shot left. Is there a way to share a section? My Emporia has a plug end but I'm guessing that can be replaced to be hardwired into the box. I seem to recall a post about sharing breakers. I haven't fully researched this but wonder if anyone here has a solution. Thanks!
I follow this group and not there yet on spending $500+ for cans.
Anyone listen to Fred Again, Portico Quartet or Girls in Airports?
My wife lived in Japan some time ago. I enjoy Japanese lifestyle videos, but the excessive plastic packaging—like wrapping a single scallion—is shocking. For a country known for innovation and efficiency, this seems like a massive blind spot. Does anyone have firsthand experience with how Japan handles all the plastic, living in or visiting Japan who can weigh in?
I often watch very well produced fun "life in Tokyo," etc. type YT videos. It's nice to see so many places, shopping, coffee shops and the cityscape.
The level of plastic in everyday life in these places is obscene. They wrap one scallion in plastic in grocery stores!
Japan especially blows my mind because they are so big on innovation and perfecting many systems but plastic use seems apparently completely overlooked.
Does anyone here have first hand experience with this living there, visiting there, being from there?
Thanks!
I installed One UI 9 a while back, when the Beta became available, on my S26 Ultra. This week I lost the swipe gesture with Gboard to move the cursor position by dragging my finger left or right on the Gboard Space Bar.
Samsung ran an update last night but it hasn't changed the lack of this feature. It still doesn't work.
Have others heard of this or had this experience?
Thanks!
I installed One UI 9 a while back, when the Beta became available, on my S26 Ultra. This week I lost the swipe gesture with Gboard to move the cursor position by dragging my finger left or right on the Gboard Space Bar.
Samsung ran an update last night but it hasn't changed the lack of this feature. It still doesn't work.
Have others heard of this or had this experience?
Thanks!
UPDATE (18 July 2026)...
I decided to un/reinstal Gboard late yesterday and that fixed it. Interestingly enough, Gboard saved my Pinned Clipboard...which now begs the questions, how? Does Gboard now save the clipboard in the cloud? The dictionary? I use the dictionary feature along with the dictionary shortcuts everyday.
If so, great. I don't remember a setting/feature for this. I've used Gboard many years and anytime I got a new device had to start from scratch.
