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Across the Fence:  Bathroom Renovation  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 04 2023 : 09:36:49 AM
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Ahh,,, day. 3 of renovation of our bathroom…
The last time I survived a renovation job was 15 years ago, complete down to the studs… new kitchen. 6 weeks of using my guest bathroom for a kitchen! Lol!
Since then we have done renovations but not so intensive.. Now we are having a new fresh bathroom installed… this is day 3, the hard part is getting trades people out here.. Spokane is having a major growth boom… construction going on everywhere! So finding a trades person who can schedule us in is crazy!!! Everyone is 2-3 months out!!! So we are going to have to fill in the slack!
On the plus side… once the bathroom is completed, we move on to the kitchen cabinets!
I am too old to be in the ‘construction’ business!!! Lol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
2376 Posts
Julie
Medina
ND
USA
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Posted - Apr 04 2023 : 10:14:01 AM
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I feel for you Grace. We just finished a down to the studs kitchen remodel. 2 months of noise, dust and people braving the winter roads to get here. But it was so worth it and I love my new kitchen. We did the upstairs bathroom last year and will finish the downstairs bathroom next year. It all takes a lot of time and money and we never seem to have enough of both at the same time.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6838 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6838 Posts |
Posted - Apr 04 2023 : 4:11:08 PM
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Grace, hang in there with these remodeling projects. Getting trades people in my town is hard too. It can take weeks to a month of so to get them started and then things needed can be on backorder. We need to do a few things but I can't face the chaos and mess it will make. In the meantime, we continue to make do.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2833 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2833 Posts |
Posted - Apr 04 2023 : 5:20:38 PM
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Remodeling is so hard, but so worth it. :-)
Dreamer42
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7398 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7398 Posts |
Posted - Apr 04 2023 : 5:59:00 PM
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What fun Grace. We are still working on Kent’s bathroom in the Basement where his apartment will be. It’s been 8 much since our plumber started and he still is not finished. Soon though!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7965 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7965 Posts |
Posted - Apr 05 2023 : 1:58:20 PM
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I hope you wont have to wait too long Grace. Construction never seems to go fast enough. It will definitely be worth it though!
Krista |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2023 : 7:50:24 PM
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Been there done that. I came home one day and Hubby had knocked out the entire sink and towel closet. I didn't have a second bathroom for months. So glad it is 99% done. I can actually soak in a tub again. I still need to hang some artwork.
Gracie Grace, what is your theme and color scheme? Hopefully you won't have to wait too long to get it done.
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2023 : 5:18:10 PM
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Oh Nancy,, I probably would have had a coronary the minute I saw the Demo! Lol!
I have to keep myself busy or else the ‘mess’ would make me Nuts! Lol!
We contracted with a bathroom remodel company… but we are also doing some of the work ourselves…
The colors are in the cream/tan/brown/grey hues.
I have spice/rust-orange towels, and decorative art for the walls…
Somewhat feminine but safe for a man’s comfort and ego! Lol!
I must admit, I am tired of using my sofa for a storage room ! I will be glad when it’s all completed.
There is such a building boom going on up here, that getting a Good reliable contractor is challenging.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2023 : 5:23:21 PM
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Flooring, countertops, tile work and paint and I will have a restful bathroom…
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2023 : 11:32:04 AM
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Floor contractor comes today to give us a bid...!! ya!!!
Fingers and eyers crossed it won't be a bloody fortune!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7965 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7965 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2023 : 1:22:26 PM
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Grace, your shower looks beautiful. I have my fingers and eyes crossed for you. I hope it's not too expensive.
Krista |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6838 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6838 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2023 : 4:48:16 PM
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Wow, Grace, it looks like you are off to a splendid start to your bathroom renovation! I hope the rest of the plans go well for you too. I look forward to a photo when you get it all done.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1952 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1952 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2023 : 6:10:03 PM
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Thinking good thoughts for your quotes, Grace! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2023 : 6:28:18 PM
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Well,,, Son-of-a-buggers!!
he FTA... no show,, I called and sent another email..
UUGH!,, I will try again tomorrow,, and if he is a no-show again.. I will look for someone else!
I am so disappointed... 
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4533 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4533 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2023 : 03:14:07 AM
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Hang in there Grace. I hope you get it done soon.
Farming in WI
Michele
FGOTM June2019
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
508 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
508 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2023 : 05:31:16 AM
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What a project! I bet it will be so worth it though! Can't wait to see how it turns out!
Hannah #6994
February 2023 FGOTM |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6838 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6838 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2023 : 4:21:56 PM
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Well, Grace, that situation is quite aggravating!! I am sorry to hear that your help just vanished!! I hope things resolve for you soon.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1952 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1952 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2023 : 5:39:05 PM
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Sorry, Grace. That’s so frustrating. Prayers that you can find someone who can help you and is reliable. :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7965 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7965 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2023 : 12:30:54 PM
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I am so sorry Grace. That is very frustrating. Did he ever show up or have you started to look for someone else?
Krista |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2023 : 5:03:16 PM
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On the plus side, the guys delivering the new fridge were on time, professional and courteous…
Luv my new fridge!
Now if I could just get someone out here to install the flooring.
It drives my poor hubby Nuts! After his back surgery, he has noticed there are some things he can no longer do, like the flooring.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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