We decided that it was time to do something with the big gaping unused hole in our living room. We are also tired of being so cold in this house every winter. Mark cut firewood in the spring, so we were part way there.
It's funny how a small job just keeps getting bigger. Today we laid the slate tile so we are on the home stretch, the end is in sight!
big gaping fireplace
stainless chimney liner in place waiting
cut line drawn on the carpet
Mark getting ready to cut away some of the hardwood floor, scary...
who knew there's such gorgeous hardwood under that awful carpet
cutting the hardwood
ready for the cement board
cement board going up
not a clear photo, but the new brick lip to support the front of the insert
Mark did a wonderful job!
cutting the slate tile, what a cool tool!
slate tile in place
now we have to let this set,
it will another 48 hours until we can grout
we're almost there,
soon this house will have some nice wood heat!
4 comments:
What a transformation. You and Mark did a great job!!
Very nice!
What an Awesome Job! You will definately enjoy that gorgeous fireplace this winter.
There's nothing better than a house heated by wood! Love the slate - can't wait to see the final results!
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