We have power! And light! And air conditioning!! And floors!!!
That's pretty much the update for this week...
Last week we were dealing with the consequences of August rain showers and some untimely attempts to install our air conditioning units. Thankfully, the crew was able to get the exterior units placed on our HVAC platform on Monday, and had them wired up and cranking cool, dehumidified air into the house on Tuesday.
This important step not only made for a much happier crew, but enabled the start of flooring work after a short rest period for the wood to adjust to the drier climate.
Installation of the floor started on Wednesday, and by end of day today was mostly complete, save for stair landing, baseboard mouldings and other finish details. Given the investment involved we've been anxiously awaiting this moment to confirm we made the right choice, or not. As it turns out, we love it! It's just the right mix of mid-browns and gray tones, with a character and finish that is somewhat rustic, yet still traditional and somewhat formal... but not.
Given the progress made this week, and plans for next, it's going to be a tough call on the hoped-for end of August target date! Rain has played havoc with landscape companies and other trades, but if we're able to move in and can live with some work going on around us for a couple weeks that may be the way to go.
We'll have to give it another week and make a call on how long we commit to our current living quarters!
Next week is going to another big one. Plumbing fixture installation is scheduled to start on Monday, and appliances will be delivered and should be installed by end of the week.
Gas trim-out, generator hook-up, staircase work, brickwork for the fireplace surround, some hardware installation here and there, and various minor repairs are also planned, so our expectations are high!
That's it for this week. Hope you enjoyed our update!
Ron & Bonnie
That's pretty much the update for this week...
Last week we were dealing with the consequences of August rain showers and some untimely attempts to install our air conditioning units. Thankfully, the crew was able to get the exterior units placed on our HVAC platform on Monday, and had them wired up and cranking cool, dehumidified air into the house on Tuesday.
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| Power was connected to the house last week but it wasn't until after the AC was installed that we got to actually "see" the power! |
This important step not only made for a much happier crew, but enabled the start of flooring work after a short rest period for the wood to adjust to the drier climate.
Installation of the floor started on Wednesday, and by end of day today was mostly complete, save for stair landing, baseboard mouldings and other finish details. Given the investment involved we've been anxiously awaiting this moment to confirm we made the right choice, or not. As it turns out, we love it! It's just the right mix of mid-browns and gray tones, with a character and finish that is somewhat rustic, yet still traditional and somewhat formal... but not.
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| The family room was the last area being surfaced on Friday afternoon. The 7.5" wide planks and open living areas made for a pretty fast installation! |
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| Here in the kitchen you can see the color variation and other traits of the hickory wood |
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| Fortunately we stopped by the house mid-week and were able to see the flooring in the bedrooms, dining and other areas before they were covered up with this protective sheeting |
Given the progress made this week, and plans for next, it's going to be a tough call on the hoped-for end of August target date! Rain has played havoc with landscape companies and other trades, but if we're able to move in and can live with some work going on around us for a couple weeks that may be the way to go.
We'll have to give it another week and make a call on how long we commit to our current living quarters!
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| Cypress beams in kitchen were completed with the exception of an end-beam that will run along the back wall, flanking the exhaust hood for the rangetop that will be installed next week |
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| Framing for the screened portion of the rear porch was painted between rainy spells, so screens can be applied once the crew is finished using the porch as a temporary workshop! |
Next week is going to another big one. Plumbing fixture installation is scheduled to start on Monday, and appliances will be delivered and should be installed by end of the week.
Gas trim-out, generator hook-up, staircase work, brickwork for the fireplace surround, some hardware installation here and there, and various minor repairs are also planned, so our expectations are high!
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| Among a few items we're stockpiling is this mirror we stumbled upon this week. It has a silvery tone with antiquing of the glass frame that should go perfectly with the bling'd up chandelier in the powder room. Reflected in the mirror are two wool rugs we acquired for... can't remember |
That's it for this week. Hope you enjoyed our update!
Ron & Bonnie
Getting sooo close! Love how the wood floors turned out!
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