So how do you plan to keep the lights on while you wait for people to catch up with your values? It's a tough spot, sticking to your guns when it hits the wallet. Are you looking for a different kind of customer now, or just hoping your old ones come around?

Oof, triple-check your grid alignment, it's a lifesaver.

How good are paper templates, right? I used the same trick last month on a wall with a bunch of weird angles, not a fireplace, but the idea is the same. Cutting that paper first lets you see the exact shape you need without wasting a single plank. I just trace the wall onto some craft paper, cut it out, and then use that as a perfect pattern on the vinyl. It takes a few extra minutes but saves so much headache and messed up material. That method is a lifesaver for any cut that isn't a simple straight line.