My spray can mishap could've matched those neon gladiolus.

Totally get where you're coming from, and I used to feel the exact same way. Watched a guy inject a brisket with butter and broth once and almost turned the TV off. But honestly, on a bigger cut like that, a simple injection can save it from drying out over a long smoke without messing with the bark flavor too much. I still won't touch a chicken with a needle, feels like cheating. For me, it's just a tool, not a rule.

Pegboards are a game changer for keeping tools in check.

Latex sealing can look just as clean if you do it right, and it's way more forgiving on uneven scraps. Binding tape might seem pro, but it can peel up over time if the carpet bits aren't perfectly flat.

Read about your zoning law trouble. That paperwork sounds meant to stop you.