{I originally posted this back in Feb 2022. Since then, I’ve found new sources, and some are less valuable over time. It’s worth updating this post to include them. Read on…} In the “old days”, if you had a project at your house, you had to have a friend who knew what he was doingContinue reading “Whom do I trust? (updated)”
Tag Archives: drywall
Status Report, 26 June 2023
Big Picture: Where are we? Mintwood landscaping is partially approved. Working through the invasive plat issues at Duncan. Corp Update We took delivery of the plywood from Allegheny Plywood (Apco). They were kind enough to sell to us at a substantial discount for HackPgh (a registered 501(c)(3)). This past weekend, we had the first day ofContinue reading “Status Report, 26 June 2023”
Status Report, 4 June 2023
Big Picture: Where are we? Working to get Mintwood landscaping plans approved. Also working on plaster job in North Hills. Turned over Orange Ave to new tenants. Corp Update I’ve submitted the purchase request to Allegheny Plywood for the HackPgh miter saw station. Hoping for delivery of that wood on Jan 12-14. Developed a set ofContinue reading “Status Report, 4 June 2023”
Status Report, 6 Dec 2021
Big Picture: Where are we? Inside, All plaster & drywall work is complete. Master bath floor tile is installed and ready for grout. Getting bids for paint. Outside, it’s too cold to do much other than keep it clean. Goals for Week of 22 Nov Finish all drywall/plaster work. {complete} Get started on tile workContinue reading “Status Report, 6 Dec 2021”
Status Report, 22 Nov 2021
Big Picture: Where are we? Inside, Plaster/drywall finishing work on 2nd and 3rd floors is complete. First floor only has the staircase remaining. Tile is down in master bathroom Outside, it’s too cold to do much other than keep it clean. Goals from Week of Nov 15 Finish all drywall/plaster work. {98% complete} Install theContinue reading “Status Report, 22 Nov 2021”
Status Report, 15 Nov 2021
Big Picture: Where are we? Inside, Plaster/drywall finishing work on 2nd and 3rd floors is complete. They just have the 1st floor remaining. We’ve started priming the walls. Furnace on 3rd floor is installed, but not connected yet. Outside, Just lots of cleanup outside. Back yard is tidy, and so is the front. Goals fromContinue reading “Status Report, 15 Nov 2021”
