Neighbors approached Brian and me as we worked to replace the balcony flooring. They were excited for us. One remarked that he had never seen the prior owners set foot out there in the 7 years they lived in the
Brian and I kicked off the following Saturday with an early morning and a whole lot of optimism. We couldn’t wait to break down and tear out the old balcony flooring. We thought removing the original plywood floor would be
After the 10-hour venture to pick up our Marine-Grade Plywood, Brian and I took a week to research how to best protect it. Fresh from the aftermath of a waterproofing failure, we’ve become obsessed with learning about protective measures. It’s
There is risk when you peek behind the curtain. Much like Dorothy and Co. in The Wizard of Oz, you might find yourself surprised at the big reveal. A good facade doesn’t always mean there are good bones, as is
Owning a home is a unique experience. Good or bad, it’s rife with the potential for memories, discoveries, and lessons learned. It can also be nerve-racking, especially if you find yourself in unexpected situations. These situations can easily escalate when
Well, folks, it’s been an adventure! Brian and I are closing out our Master Bath Rebuild Series with a sincere word of gratitude and a handful of lessons learned. A lesson a day reveals different ways. THE FREEDOM ADVENTURE I
Six months ago to the day, Brian and I tore down our teeny stall shower, which slowly began to reveal a not-so-secret swarm of damp darkness. After smashing through poorly set tile and insufficient 1/4-inch cement board, there was no
Our blank slate of a bathroom gave Brian and me some time to finalize some decisions before diving into installation. We selected our shower tiles, determined the half wall height, and planned for additional drywall removal. Once the plumber re-worked
As quick as we were to tear out our bathroom, Brian and I were equally swift in our commitment to source quality product and services. We set out with a goal to avoid any material produced in China, which ended
Demolition Day began with an early morning 6-hour drive back into town. Brian and I discovered our shower leak right before a week-long getaway, which ended up being the best case scenario for us. We spent our vacation teetering between