charles_wood•7d ago

Pro tip: The hardware store clerk knew exactly which adhesive I needed.

Asking for help turned a mess into a success.

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michael_bennett117d ago

Exactly, those guys have seen every DIY disaster. So much easier than trying to guess from the labels yourself.

the_val5d ago

Sure, they've seen disasters, but that doesn't mean they know how to fix them. @mary_patel59 is right that many just read the label like we do. Their job is to sell paint, not to be DIY coaches. I've followed their advice before and ended up with a bigger mess. Isn't it better to learn from your own mistakes than trust someone who might not have a clue?

mary_patel597d ago

The paint counter guy at my Home Depot just reads the can same as me. They're retail workers, not contractors.