Starting to make a dent on fencing. Have about a third of the fence posts around the old farmhouse up. Remainder is not too bad as most posts are in okay condition, although all corner posts and gate need replacing. Also layed some flagstones by back porch of farmhouse...
Farmhouse Restoration
Fossils
While planting and leveling flagstones I found this ‘rock’ with dozens of fossils embedded in it. We have also found petrified wood and will add some pictures. It will be interesting to found out more on these fossils. View at Picasa Fossil evidence found at ranch View at Picasa...
Old Farmhouse – May
Nearing completion with only a few touch ups here and there. Noleen has been busy decorating and adding appliances and furniture. Water is still an issue and we have to sort hardness and Hydrogen Sulphide smell issues. We are adding a 2500 gallon tank which will supply both homes,...
Floors are done!
Been kinda snowed under so am behind on posting progress of old farmhouse renovation. We are getting really close to being finished and Noleen has started doing her thing decorating and transforming an empty shell into a 2nd home. The floors really look good. They were sanded down, stained...
Farmhouse Renovation (6)
Starting to see an end in sight, next will be to tackle the small outside shed and grounds. New faucets, tiling, lighting and fans are in place. Floorboards still to be sanded but initial clearing underway.
Tiling and Septic Tank
Great guns on the tiling. Laundry and bathroom are getting a facelift. Travertine and multi-coloured slate tiles.
House has new roof
Lady luck decided it was also time for a new roof. I guess after 50years this should not be a surprise. Does she look elegant or what!
Painted Walls
Starting to take shape – walls textured and yellow paint applied. Was expecting a little less yellow – will see once the paint dries. Click on image to see higher resolution picture
Windows are in!
Incorrect windows have been swapped out. Painting of trim to follow. Amazing how much lighter the rooms are with white primer and new windows.
Old Farmhouse Renovation (3)
Moving along….. Started adding texture to walls and ceilings. We will be applying double coat orange peel to give a lightly textured finish. House got a facelift with double glazed vinyl windows – unfortunately supplier messed up and sent through 2×2 and 2×3 patterns by mistake so several windows...