Insulating windows

We filled in around the windows with the pink fiberglass insulation.

Exterior siding begins

We got the first few panels of ship lap on the exterior this weekend. We pre-stained the grooves, but will wait to apply the weathered grey stain once all boards are in place.

Painting an interior wall

We've targeted some interior walls to be painted, an attempt to break up the beautiful yet relentless interior wood. First we applied shellac to the knots, and now two coats of oil-based wood sealer (BIN or equivalent brand). Finish color is still being debated.

Filling in insulation

In preparation for sheathing the exterior of the house with ship lap, we've been filling the cracks in insulation with the expandable insulation stuff in the spray can.

Bleach attack

We've been cleaning up the wood, readying it for sealing, but unfortunately a drop of bleach found its way past the safety goggles and into the eye. Lots of rinsing water and 24-hours rest did the trick. Now onward and forward without further delay.

Boys Bunk-Closet Framing

In trying to conserve floor space, we've come up with the idea of framing the boys' closet to double as a loft-bunk area. Here's a picture of the boys testing the top of Mom and Dad's closet, and a picture of their framing going up, Granddaddy Kiker's brainchild.

Ship lap prep

We're oiling the backside of the ship lap with Chevron Shingle Oil, readying it for sheathing on the house exterior. Our good friend, a local painter, has offered to spray the interior tongue-and-groove and the exterior ship lap once it is up.