Monthly Archives: August 2011

Walls, Now with Color

Posted on August 16, 2011 by D

The paint colors were unveiled in this post. Here a preview of what they look like on the walls. Each room’s personality is starting to shine through now. Entry Vestibule, Living Room and Dining Room fireplace bump-outs, Common Hallways and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining Room, Fireplace, Guest Bathroom, Guest Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Pass-Through, Powder Room, Study | Leave a comment

Paint Colors

Posted on August 11, 2011 by D

The paint colors have been selected! Almost no white except for the trim. This Philly Rowhome is a story in gray with a few colors along the way. Entry Vestibule, Living Room and Dining Room fireplace bump-outs, Common Hallways and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining Room, Guest Bathroom, Guest Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Paint, Pass-Through, Study, Vestibule | Leave a comment

Going Up, Going Down

Posted on August 6, 2011 by D

This three-story rowhome with a basement had three (3.5, really) different staircases… that no longer made sense. They were 30” wide, not 36”; they were steep to save space back in the day; they ended in odd locations; and they … Continue reading →

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Wood Floors, Initial Seal

Posted on August 5, 2011 by D

What a difference a coat of polyurethane sealer makes. The 100+ year-old wide-plank pine floorboards have had their initial seal – no stain. Compare to the pre-sealed pictures in this post. Perfect! Exactly the color and look we were going … Continue reading →

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