Cycler, I'm having the same issues. I don't think turning down the screw on the sprinkler valve is an ultimate solution, because in my case the sprinkler valve is actually starting to leak. I have two valves that are emitting a small stream of water from the place where a big plastic screw can be turned to reduce the flow. I'm going to have to put in an inline pressure reducer before it goes to all the valves to be sure I don't damage any more valves. In my case, it's easy to do this, because I installed my connection to the pressurized irrigation system. I ran a pipe up the side of my garage and attached it to the existing sprinkler system after cutting off the line that went to the culinary water. I'll just have to dig up a piece by the garage and put the pressure reducer in. I hope I can get the right balance of enough pressure to keep the sprinklers shooting as far as they need to go and enough reduction to protect from leaks. I also hope I don't have any hidden leaks underground somewhere in a pipe joint. In the next few years, I expect my city to start metering the irrigation water, and I don't want to find out I'm using way too much (and have to pay way too much!) because of a leak I didn't know about.

Hi Cook, I purchased a custom rod from Paso Robles a few years ago. Shipping is very expensive, but we live on the other side of the country. I wanted this rod for our dining room, but because of the depth and height of our crown moulding, the support brackets did not fit. Luckily, we were able to use the rod in our son's room. I cannot believe that you would only need one center support for a pole that long. Ours has one center support---and needs it. It is about 12 feet long, and I would think a longer pole would need more support. My advice is to order first one of the supports to make sure it will fit and the curtains will not hang down too low. The way our support is forged, the pole actually hangs down 4" below it. Add an inch or two for rings, and depending upon your ceiling height you may not be able to use the pole, the curtains, and/or open the doors. If you order a support you can at least see how they attach and where the pole will hang. Best of luck--- the poles are excellently crafted and the guy who makes them is really nice.

I am fairly new to this forum and have enjoyed browsing through all of the lovely kitchens and reading the comments but I have yet to comment myself. Until now...I must tell you- I LOVE your kitchen!! It's my 'dream' kitchen! We are getting ready to do a full remodel of our kitchen and I am completely stuck on the cabinets. Due to our budget, we have selected Mid Continent Cabinetry and I cannot decide on a door style!?! :-\ Would you mind helping me select a door style that would be similar to yours? I can't exactly tell from the pictures just what yours look like and since every company offers something different, I'm just not sure which one to go with! Here is the link to the Mid Continent site: http://midcontinentcabinetry.com/Products/Signature_Series/ We will be going with the Signature Series, full-overlay door. I am considering the Adams with the 5-piece drawer option (least expensive) in the Traditional door style, the Concord (mid-expensive level) or the Mission (most expensive) both with the 5-piece drawer option in the Simple door style. Or should I select something different? I would appreciate any and all input! I'm so stuck!!! Thanks much! Here is a link that might be useful: Mid Continent Signature Series door styles

I love my WZ tile and have had no problems with them. I've splattered all kinds of things on them (including tomato-based sauces) and they clean up perfectly. Two people that I know of used the white Horus art tiles in their kitchens and I think they look fabulous: http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/01/my-kitchen-unveiled.html http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/kitchbath/msg1214574727319.html