GouacheApp

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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Curious though — when you were lending or borrowing items, did you ever run into any issues or friction? Things like no-shows, damage, or unclear expectations? We’re trying to learn from real experiences to make it smoother for everyone.
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Absolutely — couldn’t agree more. In most neighborhoods, there’s really no need for everyone to own the same tools, especially for things you use once or twice a year. That mindset of sharing over consuming is exactly what we’re trying to s
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Totally get that — and it’s a big reason why platforms like this haven’t taken off sooner. We’ve heard the same concern from a lot of people, and we’re working on solutions like optional insurance, ID verification, and clear guidelines to h
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Totally valid concern — and one we take seriously. In a world where things can go wrong and legal issues can arise, it’s important to have safeguards. We're currently working on adding optional insurance, ID verification, and deposits
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Really appreciate that — and totally agree. We’re working on bringing the rental and community features to the forefront so it’s clear from the start what Patio is about. In a world flooded with AI content, we get that leading with articles
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Thanks a lot for sharing all of this! That’s a really thoughtful approach — and very aligned with how we’ve been thinking about it too. The neighborhood-level model is especially compelling — tools within walking distance, built-in trust, a
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Totally fair take — and you're right, tool rental isn’t new. We’re fans of tool libraries and rental shops, and we’re not trying to replace them. But many of the tool libraries we’ve spoken to are using outdated software that doesn’t r
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Thanks so much — really appreciate the support! Totally agree with you. Public libraries and tool libraries are doing great work, but they often have limited inventory or older tools, and can’t always meet the variety of needs people have f
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   by GouacheApp 1y ago

   Great question — this is one of the biggest challenges in peer-to-peer rentals, and something we take seriously. Right now, we’re working on adding features like optional insurance, deposits, and ID verification to help protect both owners
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Haha — we’d love to hear what patio11 thinks too! You’re totally right: the rental side definitely benefits from network effects, which is why we’re building more than just a rental marketplace. Alongside that, we’ve launched DIY interactiv
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thank you, it's really appreciated, we will update the desktop version shortly!
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thank you — really appreciate that, and you nailed one of the biggest problems we’re trying to solve. Those “budget” DIY videos often skip over the fact that the creator is using thousands of dollars' worth of tools most people don’t h
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thanks so much — really appreciate the thoughtful perspective! Totally agree that in rural areas, direct relationships with neighbors are often the go-to. One thing we hope Patio can help with even in those settings is simply making it easi
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thanks a ton for the feedback — that's super helpful. You're absolutely right about the nav getting lost — we’re working on improving the contrast and layout so it’s clear from the start that Patio is more than just content aggreg
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Great questions — and ones we hear often. Patio is a community-driven platform that helps people rent and share tools locally while also discovering DIY tutorials and resources. We focus on trust with verified profiles, user reviews, and lo
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Totally fair point — and really appreciate the honest feedback. Our goal is to build a platform where people can learn, educate, rent, and share tools within a community that loves DIY. The “Explore” section is part of our effort to surface
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    That’s awesome — $35/quarter for full access is such a great deal, and tool libraries like yours are doing amazing work for local communities! Unfortunately, not every city or neighborhood has a tool library yet. That’s one of the reas
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thanks so much for the thoughtful feedback! You're absolutely right — connecting rentals directly to DIY tutorials is exactly the vision. We want to turn every tutorial into a “DIY kit,” where you can learn how to do something and rent
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    This is a great feedback. Right now, you can select between 2 and 10 categories but we will add this possibility as soon as possible!
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Really appreciate you sharing that example—it perfectly captures the kind of use case we’re building Patio for. DIY is awesome, but yeah, not every tool needs to be owned, stored, or bought new. Renting something like a post hole digger fro
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Great question! Patio isn't a traditional tool library—it’s a peer-to-peer platform where anyone can list and rent tools directly from people nearby, similar way to Airbnb. So instead of being run by an organization, it’s the community
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    by GouacheApp 1y ago

    Thanks a lot for the feedback—really appreciate it! Totally agree that ease of listing is key. We're actively working on making the process super simple with AI-powered automation, and also improving how people search and discover list
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    by GouacheApp 4y ago

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    by GouacheApp 4y ago

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    by GouacheApp 4y ago

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    by GouacheApp 4y ago

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