I’m trying to get this project finished as quickly as possible. I keep telling Wes, “One more day — for sure”. It might not make sense to do things in this order (because the wall by the office is still in the mudding process) but I need this space to start looking like it’s nearing completion. So I’m going to prime, paint and trim the areas that are ready.
I cut in near the hutch with a brush not caring too much if I get paint on it because it will have to receive another coat of paint later anyway.
I applied two coats of Sherwin Williams, Light French Grey which is the grey I’ve used in other areas of the house (as well as previous houses). It’s a very neutral grey that goes with everything.
AND THEN … I installed the security keypad that has been hanging from a hole in the wall for 3 years! That was one of the most exciting moments of this makeover so far.
Then I re-installed the trim I removed to take out my bench. This is the original trim bulked out with an additional trim that I am adding throughout the house. See Bulk up your Trim for details.
The doors by the entry and kitchen took about 5 minutes each since I was simply re-installing what I installed once, then uninstalled.
The office door was new and I had to completely trim it out including the door jambs.
I used construction adhesive to secure the trim to the pocket door cavity side. Other than the narrow, thin metal and wood stud included in the pocket door frame kit, there’s just drywall on this part of the wall. Drywall doesn’t hold nails and I don’t want nails poking into the cavity where they can scrape the pocket door.
I only attach the left side because I still have to sand, prime and paint the end wall. I wanted to get this part up to give the adhesive time to cure before I do any sanding and painting.
In the spirit of making this space start to look finished, I sand and paint the hutch to really make it shine!
I can’t wait to get some crown moulding on here but I hate the texture on the ceiling so I’m going to deal with that first.
That won’t take too long. Maybe just another day…
Next post: Day 8
Start at the beginning: Day 1
[email protected] says
Looks really nice, I have grey with white trim and like the look. And I always take longer to do renos than I think I will.
Sandra says
We could be twins! 🙂
Sherry Richardson says
Your results always boggle the mind. Always perfection. I’m sure you have been asked many times, so I’m falling in line. What is your go-to trim paint: brand, color, and finish?
Sandra says
WOW Thanks Sherry! I strive for perfection. I never achieve it but I try and get as close as I can. I use Sherwin Williams ProClassic paint. The white I use on trim and cabinetry (currently) is Decorator White –but there are apparently a lot of Decorator Whites so I don’t know if that will help. 😀
Carla says
Lookin’ extremely good Sandra!
Sandra says
Thank you Carla!
Robin says
I’m so in awe of you….you keep pushing on no matter what. I get so bogged down when things just go so slowly. keep up the great work ???
Sandra says
Oh Robin I get bogged down. Lots. I get overwhelmed and depressed… I try not to complain TOO much about it here but try to also give you a realistic understanding of how it goes around here. I don’t want it to seem all roses and rainbows. LOL
Lindy J says
I can’t tell you how much I look forward to your posts. You do exactly the things I would do…in another life!
Sandra says
Haha. Love it. Thanks for coming along on the journey with me!
Ron S says
Great work, as usual!
And… proving the adage: All home improvement work takes more time and money that originally planned.
Sandra says
Thanks Ron. It is true, always more time than I plan. I never plan the money part anymore so I don’t disappoint myself. haha
TucsonPatty says
Okay, one more saying from my past – “There is nothing more permanent than that which is temporary.” (I laughed at the at the 3 year keypad adventure.) Looks awesome, and you work so hard!
Sandra says
It’s amazing how such a little task could make me feel so accomplished — but it totally did! lol
Jill says
hello Sandra – I live in rural Nova Scotia, Canada alongside my hubby at our hobby farm. My hubby is by no means a DIY-chap! So, I have had to take on this role…. and!…. am loving it!! 🙂 Being located in a very simple and rural environment, I am having to learn as I go along and your site has been a complete blessing for me! Not only do I feel I have a female companion in this regard but that you also have tasks lasting three years before you finish them! hahaaa!!
I am currently ‘finishing’ off our living space downstairs which consists of 2 bedrooms, create a bathroom, create a walk-in closet, create a linen cupboard and decorate the hallway area which will be a library/relaxing haven space. I’ve managed so far to complete the linen cupboard and half a bathroom! 🙂 I have a very understanding hubby!! LOL!!
I love your site and look forward to your ‘episodes’! 🙂
Keep up with the good work and great advice you share with us.
take care,
Jill, Jabula Hill Farm, Nova Scotia
Sandra says
Thank you for sharing Jill. I’m glad you are enjoying DIY’ing. It sounds like you’ve put in a lot of work and made some huge changes to your house. Hope you and hubby love it when you’re all done. –Then you’ll have to find something else to build. 🙂
Sarah says
Looking great! Quick question: which adhesive do you use for trim? I’ve never glued trim on, always nailed, but I need to put some casing around a cabinet and I think I will have to be gluing it as the way it lies will be hard to nail into a stud. Thanks for your help.
Sandra says
Lots of time I use caulk — it’s a very strong adhesive. I have a box of Liquid Nails FuzeIt (from a project I did with them a while back) so that’s what I used here.
SaRah says
Thanks! I bought some liquid nails (haven’t cut into it yet) but didn’t know how long I had to hold it until it dried or whatever. Maybe I’ll practice on a scrap piece of drywall or something. Love seeing your progress!