Simpson strapping and Typar

Now for a bit of Simpson strapping for hurricane protection. Engineering is for 110mph winds where we are.


And then we cover the complete structure with Typar moisture barrier so that the tongue and groove doesn't rot! These hidden details are not glamorous but are oh so important in the building process. When you're building your very own dream house for your very own self, you want to do it right.

Creating a ceiling

Still tongue and grooving, now onto the roof to create the finish inside ceiling.

Gable ends get T-n-G

Tongue and groove continues up the gable ends all the way to the tippy top.

Tongue and groove

Tongue and groove is completed on the first floor.

The fast and furious week comes to an end

When he wasn't working, John entertained us in numerous ways. A favorite past time for three boys is to see what features people have on their cell phones.

We played hot games of paper football.



And at bedtime, we get all cleaned up and read stories in cozy chairs. Thank you, Mr John, for coming to our house. You are a great gift to us.

The addition appreciates your TLC. It will never be the same!

Stairs

John even had time to cut out the stairs!





Mr Jones offers his seal of approval.

Rafters

The floor is decked and rafters are going up.