Cement Washing Circular Cut Redwood
The redwood sidings for the Utility Building are cement washed to give it an aged finish that also accentuates the circular saw cut that we intended.
New 8″ Water Pipes
I was astonished that we had to replace the water pipes ! Well, fifty years ago (when the property was last inhabited) they had an inch diameter cast iron water pipes. I wouldn’t think that would be safe for me, for our guests so here are new 8″ vinyl water pipes for the Francis House.…
Beautiful Redwood !
While the original stone in the main building is beautiful, these redwood planks for the sidings on the utility building is getting us psyched 🙂
Progress this Week
This week was a busy one. For starters: we decided on Indian Kota Bluestone for our rear hardscape by the pool. Balconies were tested for fit; And the last stone apron we restored from the original stone was installed.
From the Rear on July 11, 2017
The dormer windows are up (too bad, the scaffolding blocks a clearer view). The bay windows are also installed.
Utility Building is Racing with the Main House
I can’t get over how blue the skies are in these photos.That aside, it’s been a while since we last showed photos of the main house interiors (a lot is happening but nothing as interesting as the utility building which is, the Francis House’s lifeline as it will house all the equipment necessary for the bed…
Thru the Eyes of a Teenager
On a 4th of July visit, our nephew Zack, an avid photographer with a super keen interest in construction and real estate came with us to see the progress of the Francis House. Here’s what a teenager saw amidst all the mess, the discussions, the debates and the details of restoration. They are interesting images…
The Original 2 Dormers
These mahogany windows have stood the test of time. Like any natural material exposed for more than a century: the cracks, the discoloration, holes and signs of wear are seen vividly in the darker wood (upper part of window) which is the restored part of the third floor dormer windows. The lower part of window…