Christmas 2018

Allie and Jake were home for Christmas. Allie brought Joe which was great because Joe is a breadmaker. Puzzles. Games. Good food. Family Fun!

Concrete Countertops

Indecision about countertops in the new poolhouse turned into inspiration and we decided to build them on our own out of concrete.

I researched the many ways to do this and eventually decided on the Buddy Rhodes "press technique." We got concrete from Lowe's and pigment and other ingredients online and set to work.

The forms were fashioned out of 2" hard foam. Prior to pressing the concrete we coated everything with Pam as a form release.

I have to say it worked better than expected.

Shawn and Jake both helped with the skim coats of contrasting colors, the sealant, and the wax.

I cut out a space for the drain flange and they are awaiting final hookup in the poolhouse. I'll have to grind a bit out of the bathroom counter as the front of the sink extends a bit too far. The 24" x 48" piece will get special treatment as a custom island.

Very satisfying project. I may have found a new medium.

Christmas Repairs

The weekend prior to the Christmas holiday turned out to be sunny and warm. Allie, Joe, and Jake are here but went off shopping, so I took that opportunity to fix the truck bay garage door opener. Then I got on a roll and repaired the fence, a bathroom dimmer, and a TP hanger. While we still have months to go, I'm very anxious for spring.