HollySprings, I wanted to thank you. I owe a lot of my house, which we're nearly done having completely renovated, to GardenWeb. But there's a few people in particular who have been helpful with opinions and thoughts across so many areas.

For us non-pros, so much of this is learn-as-you-go, or more like learn-after-it's-too-late! Today you told me my hardwood floor refinisher should be able to mix two stain colors even though he told me he doesn't do mixes. Emboldened by your comment that any reputable, "real" contractor should easily be able to mix two stains, I told him I was going to go with someone else (even though I already gave him a deposit.) Well, he said he can do it! So, thanks for that and also every other helpful comment -- I think I speak for hundreds of other people who have read your posts when I say you have saved us money and aggravation.