Master bath Explosion

Master Bath Circa April 2008


Love the pink tub!


Initial demo of the tub surround.


More demo.



Old beams from the dropped ceiling over the tub.


Greg still smiling about this project that is growing as fast as Baby Bean.


Surprise tile found under the hideous green carpeting in the closet.


Leveling the 1.5 inch sag in the floor.


Working around the plumbing for the tub.



Photo taken before the whole ceiling came down. Insulation has been laid in the floor, and recessed lighting set for the dining room.


New electrical for the sconces and GFCI outlets.


Replacing the ceiling. New studded walls for the tub (which the professional plumber has installed).


The construction kitty was never far away.


Even the pregnant people work in this house.


Relief crew = AKA master carpenter and tile setter.



The boys thought this was hysterical.


Preparing the floor for tile.


Matt starting the never-ending tile surround.



So, I think everyone has heard about the simple replacement of the pink tub that has turned into a major master bath reno! Here are some photos taken over the last two months. This destruction project has expanded into our closet and kicked us out of our bedroom, which is now being used a storage location for all of the tools and supplies needed for this project. Matt was here from Utah last week to graciously help us tile the tub. Unfortunately, he had to assist with putting up the walls of the tub first :) We are starting to see progress now after last week's combined efforts of Greg, Matt, Charles, Ryan, and a minor amount of assist from myself. Mostly, I tried to keep the crew fed and hydrated as it was 100 degrees+ when they were working. We want to extend a very my appreciated thank-you to all of our relief workers!

Office Project

My carpenter's handy work.


Built-in painted and ready for books.


Desk is finally in place, and roman shades are hung.



This project is 90% complete. The remaining items on tick list are doors for the built-in, artwork for the walls, and placement of the new armchair (which will be arriving this week). I am so proud of Greg for his superb carpentry skills!! (In addition to his skills in electrical, drywall....)

Closet

The first completed project of the downstairs reno. Greg used this small space as his practice for the office. He experienced crown molding and adjustable shelving - both of which he needed for the office project. My contribution (of course) was the pretty baskets - oh and more painting. (Thank goodness for the super duper gas mask from the Christmas post to keep out all the fumes.)

Powder room

Circa April 2008



By the way, it really is an inconvenience to have to run upstairs every time you need the potty.


Toilet is in working order, but the sink is not.


Finished Powder room, minus a basket or two.


The powder room is officially complete!! Greg's was the carpenter, plumber, and electrician for this project. His favorite part of all was re-installing the sink. We had a slight delay and a need for a new drain when he ignored the directions to "tighten by hand". Note to all - read the directions. My contribution was the sewing the curtain and painting the walls and trim. We are quite happy with the result.