Yes, that is what Jamie says every time I order a cocktail with dinner.
But he also says it when I pick up the sledge-hammer.
Like a couple weeks ago when I picked one up….and headed into the master bathroom.
It was time.
After 5 years, we are finally saying “Goodbye” to our shameful, unused master bathroom.
The off-center sink, the coffin-like shower, the safety bars, the vinyl peel-n-stick floor…..all of it is going back to the studs.
But first we need the proper tools. (Other than just a sledge-hammer)
And the right safety gear……
Now, let the demolition begin,
If you’ve ever had a crap day at work….come home and smash up your bathroom.
I mean it. Put on some safety glasses, grab a sledge-hammer and just go to town.
It’s amazingly therapudic……….and messy.
Luckily, we have a window to throw all the bathroom rubble out of……
Directly into a trash can below.
Which took about 6 minutes to fill.
Somehow, I underestimated the amount of crap that would be coming out.
Not.
A.
Problem.
Jamie called “Bin There, Dump That” in Rockwall and the next day Colter delivered this 10 yard, lime-green beauty directly to our backyard.
……which we promptly filled. (Even purged a little from the garage)
In case you’re doing your own math.
5 X 8 bathroom = 10 yards of crap.
“So what did we leave?” you’re probably asking. Studs, insulation, pipes……….not much else.
Ladies and gentleman, we present to you …..our blank slate.
We were a little shocked that there wasn’t a ceiling over the header in the shower. Just direct access to the attic.
We may want to fix that.
And who would have ever thought that under 3 layers of vinyl flooring, 2 layers of rotted sub-floor, and a sheet of tar-paper there would be a workable floor down there?
We wouldn’t have.
So now what?
After 5 years of wanting this, we sort of have a plan of action. (At least a few ideas)
We know that we need walls and ceiling, flooring, lighting, medicine cabinet, a sink, a shower, a toilet (of course)…..and maybe a few decorative elements.
Hopefully, we’ll accomplish all that in the next few weeks.
Stick around, it should be fun.
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Yay! This is going to be exciting!
We’re excited too!!!
Can’t wait to see what y’all do in there.
We can’t wait to see what we do too…
Wow! I’m super excited to see the finished product!!! Do your “fans” get to vote on anything?
LOL, Lizzie B., @ their ‘fans’ voting! Somehow, I don’t see this happening!
It’s hard enough for 2 grown men to decide on the details……we don’t need any other voices. Hehehe
Lololololol, Lizzie! We are always game for suggestions.
Go Boys!
Woot! Woot! Erik ( you can’t see it but I’m thrusting my fist in the air with excitement)
So excited for you guys! Can’t wait to see what you do!
Something expected……but still uniquely “us”.
“This IS going to be fun!” says she who doesn’t have to do any of the work!
LOL! Chris!
I especially love the display + labeling of all the tools for the job. So YOU. By ‘workable floor’ — you mean subfloor, no? That little blondie firecracker on Rehab Addict would stain + use that as the final floor. I just don’t see you doing said same.
Disclaimer: but if you are using the diagonal boards, I’m on board! Totally! 😉
I know!!!! Isn’t that diagonal floor da bomb? Makes me think about a great pattern with the floor tile. Hhhmmmm
I did enjoy labeling those tools, Kay. Promise you……they yellow just ….happened. I do not coordinate ALL my tools. And yes, Nicole Curtis would use that floor…….I would not. We expected water damage/mold. So the floor is a game saver.
Yeee haaawwww!!
Yeah, it’s gunna be a ride!
So glad you guys are into another major project. I can not wait follow along. Love your style.
I know, we were getting bored. We need to jump start something.
Yeaa- a new projectI I love everything you’ve done in your house so can’t wait to see your ideas and how it all turns out.
Thanks Christa, we can’t wait either!
Congrats on starting this! Can’t wait to see how it goes (and the gorgeous final product)!
Thanks Elise! Coming soon…..
Great, finally. I’ve been waiting a long time, too!
I just took that EXACT 8 light Hollywood light out of my kid’s bath last night! For years I could not figure out how it was held in place. The chrome collars behind the bulb hold the outer chrome on and the long base on mine was held into toggle bolts by 3″ screws. A vise grip helped. It was kind of an ordeal. Perhaps you just pried off the drywall. I’m waiting on some drywall patching to dry. Sigh.
I can’t wait to see what’s in store for your bath!
WOOHOO! I am so happy for you two! Looks like the demo was super fun : )
“Fun” doesn’t begin to describe it..,,…we almost can’t wait to demolish the other bathroom now
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