Although I didn't do a great job chronicling the progress of the house project, here are a few mid-way photos. I have never been a part of any major house remodeling project, so this was an educational process to say the least. Nor did I realize at the start that this would be a "family participation" sport. Nor had I any previous experience mudding, taping, or sanding drywall (not to speak of the floor installation and trimwork that Ben learned/did along the way).
In the end, the extra space has been such a gift from God! And I have nearly recovered from the nervous twitch associated with the term "house project." The Lord is kind.
The new exterior wall, which used to be a garage door
Not only did I have no previous experience with mudding and taping (what's that, anyway?),
I also had no idea that this priceless experience required multiple coats.
At every joint. And every screw hole.
Yes, perhaps there were some tears. #36weekspregnant
Ben, mudding and taping. Me, in the supervisory position.
(Also shown, Calvin) #firstsummerbaby
I did get a decent dose of mudding, taping, and sanding in as well.
#withmaskandgoggles #supercute #contractions
When the mudding, taping, and sanding was done, we had a painting-blitz. The whole family room and half-bath got double coats of paint (including the ceiling) over a weekend, mostly knocked out by the superhero-like efforts of Grandad, Mr. Steve and Miss Lulu, and Ben. It made me so happy to look at those beautiful painted walls...
Next up was floor installation. We got some luxury vinyl plank flooring off craigslist, and Ben gained a new skill set in installing it. It was a bit of a mathematical puzzle, but the quantity turned out perfect, and it is so pretty!
Ben and Mr. Steve also installed window and door trim and baseboard trim. It really is a bright, comfortable, usable space, and I'm so thankful for it!
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