Single guy needing deco tips!
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single mom pool build charlotte nc! desperately in need of help!
Comments (18)Renovxpt - Thank you for your response and attention to my concerns. There have been many aspects of this process that I have had to wonder about and have tried to figure if they were just a day in the life of pool construction or if I have somehow gotten the short end of the pool building stick. Given that I am still bound by my contract as there is no out for sheer sloppiness, I would prefer not to reveal the pool company until my pool is completed. The people I have spoken with who used this company were all very happy, hence my decision to go with them; however, every job is different. I am by no means trying to protect the pool company, but myself. Pool builders are human, and as I mentioned before I don't want to tick off my pool builder and have even more unnecessary delays and mistakes. I just want to know what should be done and what's right or wrong about the process. I don't want remedies or a breach of contract claim or a fight with my pool builder, I just want a beautiful pool that my family can enjoy for years to come. Which is why I have come to the experts on this forum to guide me through the process, so I can somewhat supervise what my pool builder isn't. For all wannabe pool owners, I am sure my experience is not the norm (or at least I hope), but do your homework, not just on the pool builder but on pool basics. Know what you want and where you want it and be sure to discuss it with your pool builder. Some details may seem minor, but if they are important to you, make sure your builder knows this (and has communicated this to the crew actually doing the work) in advance. Advance communication goes a long way in making sure you get the final product you're looking for. I look forward to posting more pictures of the progress, but other than the blocks under the re-bar that was added on Thursday, there is nothing new to show. I am waiting for the plumber to come to pre-plumb the pool and the inspector to inspect the electrical bonding. Is there anything else I should confirm is done prior to gunite?...See MoreSingle guy, who is desperate for window treatment advice!!
Comments (16)Ok in fairness I didn't read all the comments on this, but personally I find everything looks good in silk. I have silk drapes in 80% of my rooms and I love them. They are a steal at JcPenney (online) panels around 30 each. I also have pottery barn, they are basically the same except 4 times the price. My homemade ones are the very best but that is a whole different thread and I think my sewing days are behind me until my kids are grown, a million years from now. And Im guessing you arent a seamstress. For a guest room, be a hero and get a set of blackout liner for behind the curtains like hotels have. And all the bedrooms in my house have these b/c I am not on good terms with early morning and I hope my kids pick up the hint by sleeping in caves as well. I think you can get these at target, maybe Bed Bath and Beyond. The other treatment I am fond of is these dark matchstick (tortoise shell) blinds I have in my oldest sons room. Very masculine and cool. However, I added blackout liner to them and that was a major pain. Look neat though. Got those at target but I dont think they have them anymore. Those temp blinds are horrible. Seriously horrible. If I went to visit someone with them, Id go to a hotel. No offense to anyone who wants to give you time to think, but they are just a pain and you are clearly interested in solving the problem- so solve it!...See MoreSingle guy planning a kitchen reno...HELP
Comments (18)Wow Strud, I'm impressed, especially for someone your age it looks like you are doing a wonderful job on your reno. I would like to offer this regarding the "beveled" edge of your flooring. We DIY'd our flooring installation a couple of years ago, I didn't know better to ask about the beveled flooring and that's what we installed (in oak) throughout all of the downstairs except the kitchen/dining area. In the kitchen and dining room we did Brazillian Walnut w/out the beveled edge so I do have something for comparison. I have to say that the beveled edge is harder to take care of because it catches dirt in the bevel and it's a pain to clean when there is a spill. I'd highly recommend you just rethinking that part, in the long run you may be happier without it. Lots of luck though and I hope you post pics when your reno is completed! -- Lukki...See MoreNeed some help with Deco :)
Comments (49)That looks wonderful; the color is great with your wood trim and floors. Looks like it goes perfectly with your decorative pillow, too!...See Moredchall_san_antonio
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