Friday, January 31, 2020

Porch Update, Weeks 12, 13

The end is almost in sight. The work is progressing without any major hitches and we continue to be pleased as we see each new part built.  Here's what the builders have been up to.

The inside trim work has been installed around the doors including new beadboard on either side.  When all is said and done, we will install our decorative muntins on the glass panels to see how we like them. If we think they block too much of the view, we'll remove some or all of them.


They also did more trim work outside including the vertical siding over the door...


And over the arch on the front of the porch.


They installed most of the railing this week. First they installed shims on the posts before they put on the wrap (notice it beside the carpenter). I took this picture from inside where it was nice and warm while the carpenter was bundled up and working in freezing temperatures. I never hear them complain except one day he mentioned that it was kind of raw outside. That was day when it was raining and in the 30's. I'm not hardy enough to do this kind of work.


Then the sections were assembled and and installed between the posts. The railings are made from heavy-duty PVC reinforced with a metal core for strength.


The electrician completed work on the subpanel and wiring, and we passed the electrical inspection.


With electrical inspection done, they started on the ceiling to cover up the wiring. The ceiling is fir and will be stained.

There is unusually warm weather forecast for next week, so they are hoping to get everything done for painting then. That may mean extra work this weekend for them and us. We thought we had until spring to pick out colors, but those decisions have to be made this weekend. Right now we are deciding between 15 colors of beige trying to match the siding on the house. And an accent color to go in a couple of places. We're not sure about the color we'll have the ceiling stained. But tomorrow while I'm at work, Ward is buying some stain to try out. 

We're almost there!

Until next time...


In case you missed the other installments:

And So It Begins

Porch Building, Week 2

Porch Building, Week 3

Porch Building, Weeks 4, 5, 6

Porch Update, Weeks 7, 8

Porch Update, Weeks 9, 10

Porch Update, Week 11



10 comments:

  1. Your deck and view are beautiful. You are really going to enjoy it.

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    1. Seeing the view through these pictures has helped me appreciate it more. At our previous house, we didn't see any houses or roads from out patio, so it's taken me some time to get used to our new views of civilization. I agree. The view is nice.

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  2. Party at your place! It's been a fun journey to watch everything getting done.

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  3. You do have a nice view of the surrounding area from your new vantage point! The porch is taking shape so nicely! We'll have to have a virtual porch warming party, soon!

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    1. A virtual porch warming party. I'll start planning.

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  4. I am so excited for you! I always feel sorry for those who work outdoors and it is cold, although it doesn't get as cold in South, it is the dampness and humidity that makes it feel cold.

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    1. I remember those damp, cold winters. They are indeed miserable. I think another problem in the south is that is doesn't get cold and stay cold for long enough for you body to adjust.

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    1. The proof is in the details and the details are done very well. We are very lucky to have found this contractor and his workers.

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