So we’ve started the process of combining the custom Semihandmade bamboo drawer fronts and doors with the IKEA boxes. I must say the results so far are stunning. The wood grain on the fronts are matched across cabinets to bring… Read More ›
Kitchen Project
‘Twas the Night Before Plaster
‘Twas the night before plaster and let it be said; all wires are tucked in and spec sheets re-read. Insulation in place, and floor boards adorned; with red cover paper and Deb’s tapings galore. No nail guns or playlists, songs… Read More ›
Inspections, Rough Plumbing & More Wires
Today we successfully passed our electrical inspection for the rough work. Dave Fletcher of DS Fletcher Plumbing came out and reworked some venting and old pipes. Did a great job cleaning up all the old configuration. Sam and Mike finished… Read More ›
Um Deb, it’s not Friday
Yesterday was about installing and placing cans/pendants and starting the rewiring for the new intercom system. The guys at Northern Lights worked to pull wires, place rough-in cans and of course run more wire- CAT 5 I think. Meanwhile I… Read More ›
It’s Another U-Haul Sort of Day
For those of you who know me you probably already know about my love for doors and my tenacity to get things done. Today I am renting a U-Haul to pick up yet another door from Larry at The House… Read More ›
Let There Be Light
So today is about wiring, wiring and more wiring. The folks at Northern Lights Electric are here bright and early with a team of 4 – Jason, Sam, Tony and Mike. It’s a big day with lots to lay out. … Read More ›
A Puzzling Process
So now that the bamboo pallets have all been unloaded, I began the process of matching the drawer fronts, doors and custom pieces to the IKEA backend carcasses. This went pretty well though I’ve asked John to elaborate and detail… Read More ›
Is it Possible to Love a Toe Kick?
As I sit quietly on the floor slowly and carefully unwrapping the amazing work of John McDonald’s team at Semihandmade, I am simply amazed at the beauty of the wood. John gets a gold star for his wrapping methods- superb.
The Dawning of a New Door
A new door is being added to the hallway behind our dining room and kitchen. This will create a much nicer flow of movement with the added benefit of much needed natural light.
1100 lbs of Bamboo Cabinet Parts Arrive
Our kitchen project is not following the same standard gourmet kitchen redo approach. After months and months of looking for bamboo cabinets at various pricepoints we decided to go with IKEA backend carcasses and custom made bamboo doors and drawer… Read More ›
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