Category Archives: Home Remodel

Last Word on the Re-Model

Posted on February 6, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

My guess is that most of us that work with our hands get a lot of satisfaction from it.  Seeing my students reactions during my teaching career to the projects they were able to make showed that sense of pride and satisfaction. … Continue reading →

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All over ‘cept the Clean-up

Posted on February 3, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

If you’ve been following our latest home remodel you can be sure that I’m glad it’s almost over.  Diane has already started to do the clean up and is going through her paintings to see which will be the first … Continue reading →

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Nineties no More!

Posted on February 1, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

In my last blog I discussed how I went about creating the baseboard to conceal the coaxial cable.  A lot has happened since then and the end is in sight.  Started out with having the drywall guys coming earlier.  The … Continue reading →

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Custom Baseboard — No Problem!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

Since the location of the television is changed from the west wall to the north wall it also meant relocating the cable.  I mentioned that we’ll use an antenna which, combined with Roku satisfies our viewing needs.  It would have … Continue reading →

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Ready for Drywall & Paint

Posted on January 25, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

At day’s end, I had completely removed the drywall, cleaned out the empties, and was ready to frame things in and cover up my work.  The first thing that needed to be done was to insulate that back wall.  Still … Continue reading →

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Twice in 18 Years = Get Rid of It!!

Posted on January 24, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

Here’s a picture of what our family room has looked like for the past 18 years, ever since Diane and I purchased this house new.  Some of you may recall a year or so ago we completely remodeled the kitchen … Continue reading →

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