So I took a bit of a weekend break from Andy to finish this project so I can move outside for the summer. I touched up the edges where the walls meet the ceilings, with white ceiling paint. I scrubbed and scraped the beautiful wood steps. I couldn't bring myself to re-glue the stair post... Continue Reading →
Laying the Carpet: Part 2
Here we are, already mid November. I had hoped to finish this room before the end of October. I had to be careful with the carpet, as it required one seam and there is a pattern. I made sure I measured twice and had a sharp blade on my cutting knife. If you plan to... Continue Reading →
Laying Padding: Part one of carpeting
So here I am, taking longer on this room than I expected. Finally, I was ready for the carpet and padding! The carpet and padding have been laying in my dining room for a couple weeks. I had laid carpet only once in my life, and that very poorly. I had no stretcher or experience.... Continue Reading →