Tag Archives: renovation

Replacing the Thresholds

Posted on July 23, 2014 by mdejong11

Time for a little show and tell. I love the old original entry doors.  They’re stylistically appropriate, and often only need a little TLC to work well.  PLEASE don’t replace front doors with the “Home Depot Special”… hate when I … Continue reading →

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The Walls

Posted on June 15, 2014 by mdejong11

I had planned on hanging and finishing the new wall board – 40 sheets in all – over the new framing, but got word of a crew that are reasonably priced, fast, and of quality…  You usually only get two … Continue reading →

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The Insulation

Posted on June 7, 2014 by mdejong11

I’ve had good luck using Mooney and Moses for my insulation work. By engaged with my subs – making their job easier, I, in the end, get a better product.  To get the best job here, I made large accesses … Continue reading →

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Framing

Posted on May 28, 2014 by mdejong11

I’m always stunned by how much I underestimate the number of 2×4 studs needed to frame up the walls.  In the end, it was close to 120.    

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Reworking the HVAC

Posted on May 24, 2014 by mdejong11

Older homes with forced air systems never had central air in mind, only the mechanics of heating.  This house had exactly what you need for heating, with all of the return air vents in the flooring on the first floor.  … Continue reading →

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A Cobweb of Ugliness

Posted on May 13, 2014 by mdejong11

Meet Ed: Author, musician, father of six, electrician, and all around great guy.  This is the third project he has helped me on, and I couldn’t imagine doing the project without him.  Thanks, Ed… The house had a newer service … Continue reading →

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The Big Dig

Posted on May 10, 2014 by mdejong11

First I have to introduce one of my favorite people here in Cincinnati, Ronnie Zins.  He owns a plumbing business in Northside and I’ve known him for over twenty years.  This man is golden…  A great story teller and amazingly … Continue reading →

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Stripping the Paint

Posted on April 27, 2014 by mdejong11

The house has beautiful natural woodwork.  In the kitchen and bathrooms, the woodwork was painted, which is common, though often they were originally natural.  I returned some, but not all, back to a natural wood finish.  I like getting this … Continue reading →

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Look What I Found…

Posted on April 22, 2014 by mdejong11

… And it isn’t uncommon when renovating these older homes.                      

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Demolition

Posted on April 19, 2014 by mdejong11

I love the clean up-demo phase. It’s a way of getting to know the house, its history, and to mull over ideas for the renovation.    

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