Demo Continues

I may be getting too old for this.  Most of the work is being done on the weekend because Al and I have real jobs to go to during the week.  Since we are in a condo, there is a time limit in the evening that we can make noise. That makes after hours work limited.  Needless to say, things are going a bit slow for my high paced mind.

On a different note, Al was not looking forward to moving the disgusting, filthy appliances and cabinets down the stairs and hauling them off.  He decided to post them to the "free" category on Craigslist.  Amazingly, before he could recheck the post, he had FIVE responses to come and get them!  The next day, two guys showed up and hauled off old appliances and cabinets - for free!  This really helped with the disposal budget (free is always nice on a budget).  I think I'm going to try to sell the matching kitchen and dining room light on Craigslist.  They are still available to purchase new at Lowe's and are in good condition.

We also got a chance to meet with the engineer.  He poked his head around in the ceiling in several places and feels that taking out the fireplace will not be a big deal.  Yippee!!  Since we are in a condo, I spoke with the HOA coordinator, Valerie, and she says that the engineer will need to draft a letter.  She will submit the letter to the HOA board.  They will sign off and approve the removal of the fireplace.  She also said they may want to come out and take a look before signing off.  More waiting, but really glad that the fireplace can be removed.

Today, I'm going to sand interior doors.  We bounced back and forth the idea of using the old doors and hardware or purchasing new.  Since this is a condo renovation on a shoestring budget, we made the decision to try and salvage everything possible.  The doors are solid and plain with simple brushed nickel hardware.  This should be nice for the modern decor that we are going for.  Plus, they are in good condition.

My job today is to take down the high spots and get them smooth.  I will be using a power hand sander with fine and ultra-fine grit.  Thankfully, there are only seven of them!