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Category Archives: Windows & Doors
The Bedroom Project Marches On
Donde esta mi tequila? – Pedro the Bumblebee Man We’re still sleeping in Ben’s room. Meanwhile, next door… 1. Closet Framing, Floor and Doors The closet opening is all framed in and trimmed. The nail holes have been filled, but … Continue reading
Chez Cattywampus
Even your dreams are square! – Bart Simpson That should be only our dreams are square, or at least only the dreams about this house. I’m convinced that from the moment of completion, houses just want to return to the … Continue reading
Posted in Construction, D'oh!, Walls & Floors, Windows & Doors
Tagged old house, remodelling
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Bedroom Project: Slow, Not So Steady
For dangerously underweight individuals like yourself, I recommend a slow, steady gorging process combined with assal horizontology. – Doctor Nick Hey, remember the bedroom project? Remember? Good times! Good times that are still underway, as it turns out. But work is … Continue reading
Bedroom Remodel: Settling in for the Medium to Long Haul
Bart: Are we there yet? Homer: No. Bart: Are we ever gonna be there? Homer: How would I know? – The Simpsons The Kev and I have both had a week and a half already, but we’ve managed to make … Continue reading
Posted in Construction, Furniture, Walls & Floors, Windows & Doors
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Demolition Man
Huh? Noise! Bad noise!!! – Homer Simpson The Kev started tearing down the closet wall today. Let joy be unconfined! (Lest you think me a girly-girl who lets my husband take care of the dirty work, I assure you that I’m … Continue reading
Posted in Construction, Walls & Floors, Windows & Doors
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The Lazy Stripper’s Guide to Hinges (Continued)
Remember when I succumbed to laziness and stripped paint off door hinges without removing them? There, I discovered that regular cheapo masking tape didn’t fully protect the door finish from the effects of the stripper. We just took a door off … Continue reading
Posted in Decor, Garage, Repair & Maintenance, Windows & Doors
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Better Living Through Chemistry: Stripping Door Hinges in Place
Johnny: So, what do you think of the Lady Krusty Mustache Removal System now, Angelique? Angelique: It’s Krusteriffic, Johnny Unitas. But is my upper lip supposed to bleed like this? Johnny: Probably. – The Simpsons I’ve enthused at length about the … Continue reading
Posted in Before & After, Repair & Maintenance, Salvage, Windows & Doors
Tagged house parts, stripping hardware, vintage hinges
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Double Curtain Rods at a Fifth the Price
My brain goo’s coming out all artistical, thanks to you. – Moe Szyslak (to Lisa) When I was looking to upgrade the window treatments in our living and dining rooms, I naturally turned to the internet for inspiration. I was … Continue reading
Restoring Authentic Hardware
Police Chief Wiggum: Well, well, well, look who’s here. Master Detective Eliza Simpson and her easily amazed sidekick, Dr. Bartley. Bart: What’s this? A doorknob! Good show! – The Simpsons Some people shouldn’t be allowed to paint, including many of … Continue reading
Posted in Before & After, Repair & Maintenance, Salvage, Windows & Doors
Tagged hardware, house parts, stripping hardware, vintage hardware
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Recent Projects: Providing Closure
British Fonzie is right. -Homer Simpson A kind friend (above-referenced) pointed out that I’m quite keen to blog about the process, but not so good on posting results. That is, of course, because I’m rather judge-y about my results, and more … Continue reading
Posted in Before & After, Decor, Furniture, Repair & Maintenance, Windows & Doors
Tagged mason jar light, painted furniture
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