They do make a mess when they stain, but I haven't found a contractor that doesn't. This is probably the cleanest crew we've had. Other than smearing stain on the walls--which I'll paint over, they don't leave anything out that my "helper" brings to the back door.
This is my sewing room. The cabinet in it is an extra one (the wrong size) they made for my bathroom. So the cabinet maker just left it and I'm going to put a laminate top on it. Rusty (my helper) thinks that he's going to get to spend a lot of time in here with me after the carpet goes down.
Why do they call these "French-doors"? DH calls them Russin' doors --he says the kids will be rushing out of them all of the time!
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Oh, WOW! Even in the low light I can see these are gorgeous. You must be so excited! It won't be long, now.
Gosh, you are going to have cabinets everywhere! That "extra" cabinet will really come in handy in your sewing room, I think!
it looks like a whole house made on measure. The fitted cabinets look great.
I haven´t got a clue why the French windows are called like that (although being french myself) and in France we call them door-windows so who knows! Take care.
Holey Moley!!!! I'd fire that stain crew!!! We stained ours, on sawhorses, before we installed it. I've never seen a mess like that, even installed in place and, poor you, you have to clean it up. But it's done. A step toward you moving in. Betcha' can't wait. I can remember us, 20 years ago..... Gonna be sad to leave it...
That is a wicked good idea for that "spare" cabinet!! Good work!
xxoo
neen
I'm guessing you haven't painted the walls yet... right?? Staining is such a messy process. But I do envy you not ever having to paint all that trim!
It is looking wonderful... you must be sooo excited!
Oh and a late comment on your scarecrow!! He is a hoot - can I keep a copy of the picture?? Any construction hints?
French doors date back to the 17th century and as Gwen said they are known as window doors in France. They first appeared as window casements that extended to the floor and had an important purpose, which was to allow natural light from room to room in the days long before electricity.
In the beginning, matching French doors opened onto small wrought-iron balconies. As time went on and with the advancement of technology, the balconies became larger, allowing for larger doors.
More than you ever wanted to know I bet :)
Looks like they economized on the masking and sprayed the stain on, if that mess was just from wiping he needs to have his nose rubbed in it like a piddly puppy! I hope it can be painted over. You may have to use Kilz or something equivalent as a primer to cover it.
WOW!!! I go away for a couple of days, and you're about ready to move in...;). Do you need another "helper"??
It looks GORGEOUS!! I can't wait to see your next step. :)
I havent' visited for a while - the house is really coming along. It doesn't seem like it will be long now - I bet you are excited. rusty looks like a great friend. I too chose floor tiles for the bathroom and laundry to match the red soil I have here, and it was a wise move!
Looks great, Mama K! Lucky you, what an exciting time!!
It all looks wonderful! I am green with envy over your cabinet for your sewing room! Aren't you glad for the mistake?
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