The walls have been primed and the first coat of Dover White is on. Thank goodness Sherwin-Williams had a 30% off sale this week.
It sure it alot easier to paint when you don’t have to worry about edges. Rolling…Rolling…Rolling
The drywall is all mudded and ready for finish sanding. It looks like we will be painting on Tuesday night. Then on to the ceiling!
You might ask why the drywall is blue (lilac to Wendy) In situations such as basements you use the blue board because it has special inhibitors for moisture and mold.
This is what happens to old 2X4’s and scrap lumber at the Keys Household.
Our waste company will not take wood that has nails in it. This is the easiest way to remove them. Especially because Dad seemed to have an endless supply of nails in each and every board.
The walls are going up and the project is taking shape. Amazing what some insulation and wallboard can do to the temperature of a room. Toasty!
We are also adding two new heating duct registers to the room to spread the heat out more evenly. No more, “it’s too cold to go downstairs.”
This is a picture of the old walls and ceiling of the basement going out in a bagster. www.thebagster.com The bag costs $29.99 and the pickup from Waste Management was $119.00. An excellent way of disposing your remodel debris without having to rent a dumpster. The bag holds 3 cubit yards and up to 3300 lbs.
Demolition has begun. While this may look like two walls devoid of all character and dignity. It is actually a picture of beauty to me and Wendy. Our basement walls have been purged of wallboard, 2X4’s, hundreds of nails, liquid nail, Styrofoam, spider webs, and much more. We then painted them with a quality basement sealer and moisture protector. It was a lot of work, but the accomplishment feels really good!
If you unknowingly open up drywall that houses electrical wires or pipes, it could have disastrous consequences to both you and your home.
The dust created from drywall during the demolition process can make your breathing strained or irritate your eyes, meaning that proper protective measures should be taken. Additionally, inhaling lead paint or insulation dust can cause abnormalities in your respiratory system.
Wall removal is something that a professional should complete. In some instances, a wall can support others or contain electrical wiring and piping that services multiple levels of your home. A professional can assist you with the most logical solution for rerouting wiring or plumbing so that the wall gets removed safely.
An additional benefit of hiring a home improvement contractor is that they are licensed and insured. This will prevent you from incurring the costs in the unlikely event that they damage your home during your remodel. A reputable home improvement contractor most likely has experience addressing most issues that may arise.
Taking on the task of home demolition on your own can take days — even weeks. With the assistance of a home improvement contractor and their team, the process will be much more efficient. This will allow you to get your entire home restored to a livable condition as quickly as possible.
Every demolition is sure to have its share of surprises. It is not uncommon to find a floor or roof with multiple layers of covering, particularly in older homes. Incorrectly addressing these issues can cost you time and money.
Professionals who are familiar with demolition have the correct tools for the job. The added expense of purchasing tools can ultimately take away from your bottom line, which was the reason you decided to embark on the DIY demo process in the first place, right?
Home demolition is more than just taking swings with your sledgehammer. It is a process that requires specific methods to be followed to ensure that the job is done correctly the first time. Anything else will cost you time and money, or worse, result in damage to your home that cannot be reversed.
Just because your windows are no longer energy efficient doesn’t mean that they cannot be upcycled for other projects, such as a wall hanging. Likewise, some charities will take discarded cabinets or countertops. However, the likelihood of these items being used again depends on removing them properly.