This site was initially created to host a blog that will chronicle the progress of a house renovation. I’m sure it will become more than that, but for now, the blog is the main objective.
Following the installation of the stainless steel backsplash in the kitchen, the house was in a state where I could move in. Obviously there was still a lot to do, but all the things I needed to function were in place. I would spend most of my time preparing for the move. This meant a…
After returning from vacation, the plan was to turn my attention to the garage workshop. The idea was to prepare for the upcoming trim work that was facing me inside the house. A lot of thought went into it, but no real action. I was considering getting several new pieces of equipment, including an 8″…
The countertop installers arrived on the first of the month. The started by placing the slabs on the base cabinets. The granite countertop, where the cooktop will be, was delivered with the opening for the cooktop not fully cutout in order to retain its integrity during transport. This can be seen if you look closely…
Following the installation of the stainless steel backsplash in the kitchen, the house was in a state where I could move in. Obviously there was…
After returning from vacation, the plan was to turn my attention to the garage workshop. The idea was to prepare for the upcoming trim work…
Continue reading → Preparations for Moving In – August, September 2025
The countertop installers arrived on the first of the month. The started by placing the slabs on the base cabinets. The granite countertop, where the…
After a really nice week away, my first task upon returning to the house was to figure out how to hook up the vent hood.…
Continue reading → Kitchen, Garage, and other bits and pieces – May and June 2025
To my surprise, the extra cabinet that will go above the cooktop and the refrigerator side panel arrived early. I expected it to arrive mid…
At the end of the last post, the flooring installation was paused as I waited for the extra material to arrive so they could finish…
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