DIY Home Improvements

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by Maximo

You are an advanced DIY'er! Very nice.

I wanted to be able to tile, but I just couldn't get the grout right.

Yes beautiful job, can you come for a visit??? lol!!!

I should have added, I have very low resources, I'm looking for cheap diy!

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

Well the "done on a time table" means we had everything planned out for about two and a half years from beginning to end with the major remodel done in the last six months for our oldest daughter's wedding. That included one year of me playing around with a computer planning program to just figure out where things needed to be (we had two rooms we were turning into three distinct places, moving and rerouting everything. Then there was about one year in planning and design with the cabinet makers and 6 months for a complete tear down and rebuild. It was a mammoth remodel but so happy we did it! This kitchen will sell this house!!

I am afraid however that I have hijacked this thread. I want to apologize to the OP for that and to everyone for my bragging.

OOOH, we need pics!

[Ldyrev1]

As for caulking...you have to have no finger nails that hang over the end of your fingers if you want to get it right and be sure to lock your finger so it's really stiff. You can also go over it more than once with a wet finger as long as you don't remove too much caulk the first time. It takes practice but if I can learn how to do it...LOL...anyone can. Have fun with your remodeling projects they were some of the happiest times in our lives so far!!

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by ironmike86

No not done. I had time off from work because it was slow. I took on to much 2 bathrooms and a closet now I'm busy ..and lazy .And can't find the most updated pics but
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The ceiling pic was when I slipped and almost went through the ceiling. =More work Working on the vents. There two seperate mirrors but I can't find my pics at all????

Very impressive, unfortunately I couldn't pull this off! I think I'm going to have to save more money...

[Ldyrev1]

Originally Posted by lynzy420

OOOH, we need pics!

I don't think I should post picts on this thread as it isn't the photo section. Will I get in trouble??

[Verbena]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

Oh my Lynzy, the DH and I have completely redone (with help on kitchen and bathrooms) our entire 3200 square foot, Victorian inside and out. We are done and I mean that in a very big way!!!

My DH has re-plastered all the walls, refinished the hardwood floors, on his hands and knees, and had done everything else except the bathrooms and kitchen. Those were done on a time table and even though he did do all the work, he did some of it. So...this could be called the house that Tom rebuilt. I have helped out as well. Hanging wall paper, painting trim on the 2nd floor, tearing out carpet, and oh yes, I designed everything that was done, including the kitchen and bathrooms. AND, you know you've done a good job when the contractor stands back when it's all done and smiles really big and tells you, "This is really something. Nothing we've ever done before and wasn't sure how it would come out but it really is great!"

What would you like to know?

I would like to know can I borrow your DH!

[MyDearSam]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

I don't think I should post picts on this thread as it isn't the photo section. Will I get in trouble??

Post 'em! Please!? I dunno about Lynzy, but I could use massive amounts of inspiration. The most ambitious project we've taken on so far has been adding chair rail and laying carpet in a bedroom.

[Verbena]

We are working on our Colonial Home built in 1784. We have new windows and siding, the two rooms and hall way upstairs is done and the hallway down stairs. We are working in the living room. The new ceiling is up and painted. We just have to paint the walls. Then the kitchen, which is going to be a big remodel. The tile needs to come up and wood floor put in. New counters and the walls all have original bead board so that needs to be stripped. Then last the bathroom. It never ends.

And beside that in the spring and summer the outside gets worked on. In my infinite wisdom I decided to do an 18th century period garden. . . I thought it would be great having period gardens to match the house . . I know . . what was I thinking . . Lots and lots of research. Since the plants are all hybrids now, most of my plants I have to grow from seed, that I have shipped from England, Canada, Oregon. I also got some seeds from Thomas Jeffersons Monticello. It is a combination of medicinal herbs and flowers. Then we have a culinary herb and vegetable gardens. I am hoping to find period bulbs to plant for the fall.

[Ldyrev1]

Originally Posted by Verbena

I would like to know can I borrow your DH!

He is completely self-taught. When we first moved to this house, he went to the library to learn how to do electrical work. He's done almost all the electrical work here except for major hook ups. He's amazing but he's been working 12 hour shifts for the last two weeks and I don't even want to ask him to anything more on our old house. LOL

I see by some earlier posts that pictures were shared on this thread so if it's ok, I will share what I can. It may take more than one post though. Bare with me!!

[Ldyrev1]

Ok these are the "before" picts.

[Ldyrev1]

Let's try this again!

[Ldyrev1]

These are "after" shots with the same views as the "before" shots.

Also note that behind the desk area is a new laundry room with cabinets, sink, sorting bins.

We also moved the door to the right side of the room with french doors.

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

I don't think I should post picts on this thread as it isn't the photo section. Will I get in trouble??

No photo section is for themz Yorkies!!!! Pic away!

[Ldyrev1]

Originally Posted by lynzy420

No photo section is for themz Yorkies!!!! Pic away!

Look at the two posts above yours and tell me what you think.

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by Verbena

We are working on our Colonial Home built in 1784. We have new windows and siding, the two rooms and hall way upstairs is done and the hallway down stairs. We are working in the living room. The new ceiling is up and painted. We just have to paint the walls. Then the kitchen, which is going to be a big remodel. The tile needs to come up and wood floor put in. New counters and the walls all have original bead board so that needs to be stripped. Then last the bathroom. It never ends.

And beside that in the spring and summer the outside gets worked on. In my infinite wisdom I decided to do an 18th century period garden. . . I thought it would be great having period gardens to match the house . . I know . . what was I thinking . . Lots and lots of research. Since the plants are all hybrids now, most of my plants I have to grow from seed, that I have shipped from England, Canada, Oregon. I also got some seeds from Thomas Jeffersons Monticello. It is a combination of medicinal herbs and flowers. Then we have a culinary herb and vegetable gardens. I am hoping to find period bulbs to plant for the fall.

OH my god these gardens sound lovely...um pics? I'm not touching the gardens this year, next year though the neighbors will be jealous as hell! I'm putting all my money into my house (bought and moved in 7 mos. ago.