It has been fascinating to see the old Knob and Tube wiring, with its supply and return wires run separately. This type of wiring was becoming
Read moreMore Ceiling Disappears
In the old kitchen, there had been a false ceiling angling down from full height to just above the door. It is now gone.
Read moreStill Working in Rain
Torrential rain, but the guys just extend a tarp and carry on working. True professionals!
Read moreTemporary Support
Although this is a temporary support for the loads above it, we can start to get a real sense of the size and shape of the
Read moreNo More Basement Access
Now the new washer and dryer are fully functional, the plastic barrier has been moved to right behind the dining room door as we no longer
Read moreWhere’s the Treasure?
During the demolition, this chest was discovered. Sadly, it was empty.
Read moreLooking Up
This photo was taken from the basement bathroom, looking up to the master bedroom. The light wood structure in the middle is where the chimney came
Read moreClearance Continues
The washer and dryer have gone, and the wall of the bathroom.
Read moreExterior Wall Gets Started
With concrete set, and scored, construction of the wall to my new office gets underway.
Read moreToaster Oven on Steroids
Gareth and the boys gave me this Breville Smart Oven Air for my birthday, and it’s working really well. Obviously, I had to make a cheesecake
Read moreInduction Cooktop is Awesome
I bought this one-ring cooktop from Costco to allow us to eat during the construction, and to test out how I get on with induction as
Read moreInterim Laundry
With the chimney finally gone, the temporary supports can be taken down. The dining room-kitchen is reorganised again, and the new washer and dryer installed where
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