September 21, 2003

Getting high on fumes

I love the smell of varnish. This is the 2nd coat. After painting the walls I took up the plastic drop cloths, swept, wiped with a new clean cloth soaked in mineral spirits to get the last of the sanding dust, and varnished. Let dry overnight, sand with #220, varnish again.

The room is nearly ready for move-in. I may or may not do a third coat of varnish. If not, then the floor will be ready for heavy usage on Wednesday. Need to stop by the Home Depot to pick up some temporary window shades.

Left to do after the floor: doors, door molding, baseboards. Can work around occupants for that.




Also mounted a new ceiling fan + light. A Hunter Carriage House II:

Posted by at September 21, 2003 03:54 PM
Comments

My floors need varnishing desperately. You in NY anytime soon :)

Posted by: Lynne at September 22, 2003 05:19 AM

Would love to help except that:

1. I do not go east of the Continental Divide.
2. Only the wife or a direct descendent can get me to work.
3. I put on the oldies and 'sing' along as I work.

Posted by: Paladin at September 22, 2003 05:22 PM

ewwwww, I've heard your singing, that's enough to scare me of :)

Posted by: Lynne at September 23, 2003 09:43 AM