Help fix this roof looks horrible did not turn out like plan
mom2boyss
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Told we had a slate roof--turns out...
Comments (24)I had originally posted a response back in March, but I now see it only went to the person sending the email, not the group. So, here it is: Wow, hard to believe that my post from over two years ago is re-circulated! And sorry to hear that someone else is going through what we did:( I agree with previous reponse that you do not need to replace it. Asbestos is a scary word, but the form it takes in a roof is not dangerous, as even if it does shread off, the particles are too large to be inhaled, like dust. We were told that the roof was leaking (although we saw no evidence of it yet) so we had to replace. Yup, EPA was notified (scarier sounding than it actually was...roofing co. did all of it) and specail dumpsters were ordered (more money than regualr ones). Since it was wood shake underneath, that had to be removed (sooooo messy) and then plywood had to be installed. Whole thing cost $25,000 which we will never be able to recoop in the sale of the house. I don't think it effected the price of our house by that much, but I'm sure that a slate roof was factored into the over-all desirability of the house. For us, it was more a matter of being told it was slate, confirmend by our inspector and being told it was in great condition. We never, ever, ever would have paid what we did if we knew it was 1) Asbestos and 2) needed to be completely replaced tothe tune of $25,000. We (as you) did everything right and our "professionals" lead us astray. There will probably be no recourse with the real estate co. as they just put down what they are told. your only other options are to find out that the previous owners KNEW it was not slate (old records? Call roofing Companies? Check permits to see when they had roof repair done??) and possibly the inspector. That can be tricky as inspectors may not be insured and often they have a clause stating that they do not inspect roofs. Mine however, wrote out 2 pages about our slate roof and how to care for it. And he was less than 6 inches away from it when he said what great condition it was in. Grrr! That being said, I don't know how much it will effect the listing value of your home. Sure, slate roofs are $100,000 to put on, but you can never assume that your house would be listed for that much more. Call a realtor and talk about it. Good luck!...See MoreWhat I thought looked good did not turn out so well, WTD?
Comments (27)Actually, I think your tiles look great. And I am really particular about things. As said, it is just the grey with the blue, they are too close in colour so they seem as though they are supposed to match and do not. Just go to another paint colour. For example, greys and palest yellows with white trim look fantastic. This isn't a bathroom but look how great the colours are: http://yournestdesign.blogspot.ca/2010/08/exploring-color-aganthus-green-benjamin.html Lots of choices. I painted a room in Benjamin Moore Weston Flax (at 50% lighter) and it came out very well, like the palest shade of butter (like a palest butter with a cream undertone). or look at this: http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/for-your-home/rooms-by-colour/warm-and-cozy-yellow-living-room or http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/for-your-home/rooms-by-colour/classic-yellow-living-room-with-a-twist Since it is a small room, I would suggest cutting the colour by 50% so that it would be really soft. ------------------- Or.... I had a bathroom with tiles in a design like yours and painted the walls in the palest pearl grey - almost an off white (be careful not to get a grey that turns blue or green). And they I added white accents (towels, mat) with some art with white and a bit of colour. When we sold the house the new owners really liked the room. Wait until you see it with another paint colour and your rich wood vanity. Your bathroom will be fine, I am sure. Post a photo and show us the success! Radley...See MoreFixing a horrible layout: Reveal!
Comments (33)I could have cried when I scrolled down to see your original kitchen. A new house should not have such an utterly exasperating, disappointing space to try to cook in. A five year old kitchen should not need to be replaced, but that was deplorable. And I know I cheered out loud when I saw your new kitchen! The kitchen the way it should be. A kitchen where you can joyfully prepare meals for your family. A kitchen where you can work together. Congratulations! I'm so happy for you. : )...See MoreHelp! Stairs look horrible!
Comments (18)Well that DOES look truly awful. I don't think the fix will be that bad though, I think you could even do it yourself if you have any DIY skills. I would do the Java gel stain like flyr suggested but do it on the treads only then a nice white on the risers and sides. If you can't DIY it then hire someone to do it but then I'd take the first"professional" you hired to small claims and try to get some of money back you had to pay to fix his mess....See Moremom2boyss
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