Category Archives: garden unit

Garden Apartment

You’re Invited!

Posted on July 14, 2009 by carrie

This coming weekend, July 18 & 19, is our next Work Weekend and your chance to be added to the Wall of Awesome. Here’s the plan: Garden Apartment Paint bathroom Install shower surround Install tile in bathroom & back entryway Secure gas … Continue reading →

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Trogdor, The Burninator

Posted on June 17, 2009 by carrie

This is Trogdor, The Burninator. He’s our garden apartment mascot (until we paint the floor). Don’t you see it?? TROGDOR!!!! TROGDOR!!!

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Drywall the First

Posted on June 13, 2009 by carrie

Saturday was the first day we actually put up drywall, instead of ripping it down. And by “we”, I mean my dear husband, his father, & his cousin. I was off gallivanting with one of my bestest friends doing a … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: We have paint!!

Posted on June 12, 2009 by carrie

Am I a bad blogger for taking the weekend off?? Probably. Well I’m back now with lots of fun updates!! I’m also back-dating these posts so they stay on the dates that we actually did the work. * * * … Continue reading →

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Wanted: Kitchen Sink

Posted on June 11, 2009 by carrie

I had no idea kitchen sinks cost so much. We’re trying to be as cost-conscious* as possible in renovating our garden apartment. The stove & fridge were purchased (separately) from Craigslist for $275 total. The cabinets were free and, while … Continue reading →

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How to Remove Drywall

Posted on June 9, 2009 by carrie

Yesterday after work, the hubs & I ripped out all the drywall in the basement garden apartment kitchen. Why? 1. The gas line to the stove was not secured and flexing freely 2. Electric outlets could have been placed better … Continue reading →

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Basement Demo Day

Posted on June 6, 2009 by carrie

The basement of our brownstone (can you call it a brownstone if it’s brick?) is zoned as a separate unit; separate electric meter, separate gas meter, 2 different points of egress, the whole nine yards. Unfortunately, it’s not what one … Continue reading →

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Flooring or Paint?

Posted on June 4, 2009 by carrie

I’m back to penny-pinching but this time NOT in the basement bathroom or in reference to tile. Earlier this week, I tossed out some solutions for the floor in the main living area of the basement. I read everyone’s comments … Continue reading →

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Tile or Surround??

Posted on June 2, 2009 by carrie

Monday we continued the search for basement floor and bathroom materials. We have the basement bathroom floor figured out (thanks to the awesome FREE tiles from Dad #2) but are still discussing what to do with the shower walls and … Continue reading →

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Basement Floor

Posted on May 31, 2009 by carrie

Today we went to our local big box emporium to scope out bathroom supplies. The only things we’re keeping are the tub and toilet (although we will be getting a new seat). We found a white vanity for $98 that … Continue reading →

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