We didn’t remodel here, but we have updated this room. Behind these doors are my washing machine, dryer, and a set of shelves that Mr. TellBlast made for me (we have that magic garage full of supplies and tools, you know). I now have new bifold doors! Who knew that doors could bring pleasure? They…
A little over a year ago, we decided to follow an interior designer’s plan for our space. We knocked down walls and tore out carpet, then installed a new bamboo floor, got new crown molding in the living room, and painted everything. We most recently spent over a month looking for drapes. I had no…
The work never stops. I suppose that is part of having a house. It’s been difficult for us to get a trustworthy contractor to commit to working here. I don’t know if our projects are too small to bother with, but it’s very discouraging to have someone visit, converse nicely, then never receive a written estimate, and never return calls…
We had a contractor install our soon-to-be white trim. It isn’t white yet because it hasn’t had any caulking. I began applying it last night, and I have to say that I am very pleased with the results. Once it cures, it can be painted.
Mr. GAIN spent his high school years in his family’s lamp and antique shop, so we’re kind of picky about lighting. We have to customize everything (it’s in his blood to compulsively touch everything instead of leaving it as it was). After a few failed attempts to find a mutually acceptable chandelier, I bought this one on overstock.com without consulting…