Doing it again

SilentBoB · Feb 02, 2017 7:19 pm

Agh, that's a pain! I managed to get the builder to include painting but it required a bit of haggling. My folks encouraged me to try and get the builder to do it... probably because they knew I'd rope them in to helping me out

Had one builder quote about $6k for internal wall paint!

rosemi · Feb 02, 2017 9:36 pm

Had the painting included in the last house - got charged $5000 if i recall correctly.

Plus I don't think the walls were sealed properly as the paint started bubbling within the 1st 12 mths. Some sections had to be sanded and re-painted. Most of it was in the master bedroom and there was no moisture from guttering or anything to cause it.

So i decided this time around i'd do it myself.

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rosemi · Feb 05, 2017 11:09 pm

Walls are now sealed & we've made a start on the first coat of the low sheen paint.

I'm absolutely knackered

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rosemi · Feb 06, 2017 11:10 pm

I need a new body, this one is worn out & sore.

On a positive note, dad & i have completed the first coat of paint in all the rooms except the laundry & main toilet. Poor Dad had to call it quits early today because his back was hurting too much. He'll be back next weekend to help finish off.

First coat of paint - living area
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My side gate was put up today too. No photo yet - will post tomorrow.

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rosemi · Feb 07, 2017 7:27 am

25 weeks ago from today, my slab was poured. Now, i have my keys and am halfway through painting my (not so) little house.

There is soooo much cutting in to do. It's taking me approx 1 hour to do a room. There is light at the end of the tunnel though.

Getting my crossover paved this Saturday. Moving on Monday. Then the rest of the paving will be starting on Tuesday.

Must get my mailbox this week (with the cash & bunnings gift cards i got from family for my bd - thanks fam).

Clothesline & shed will have to wait until my on-call allowances come through.

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Imightbedave · Feb 07, 2017 1:27 pm

rosemi

25 weeks ago from today, my slab was poured. Now, i have my keys and am halfway through painting my (not so) little house.

There is soooo much cutting in to do. It's taking me approx 1 hour to do a room. There is light at the end of the tunnel though.

Getting my crossover paved this Saturday. Moving on Monday. Then the rest of the paving will be starting on Tuesday.

Must get my mailbox this week (with the cash & bunnings gift cards i got from family for my bd - thanks fam).

Clothesline & shed will have to wait until my on-call allowances come through.

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Yay! Lots to chip away at post-move but you'll get there.

Painting is such a tedious job, but once done you'll no doubt be thankful for the money you've saved! I hope you're using the cutting in tool with the wheels? They're a massive time saver (just have to keep the paint off the wheels otherwise you unintentionally start painting your cornices and door frames).

I think yours was the one with the Colorbond side gate, is that right? I'll need to do the same down the track so looking forward to seeing a pic of yours!

rosemi · Feb 07, 2017 5:26 pm

Imightbedave

rosemi

25 weeks ago from today, my slab was poured. Now, i have my keys and am halfway through painting my (not so) little house.

There is soooo much cutting in to do. It's taking me approx 1 hour to do a room. There is light at the end of the tunnel though.

Getting my crossover paved this Saturday. Moving on Monday. Then the rest of the paving will be starting on Tuesday.

Must get my mailbox this week (with the cash & bunnings gift cards i got from family for my bd - thanks fam).

Clothesline & shed will have to wait until my on-call allowances come through.

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Yay! Lots to chip away at post-move but you'll get there.

Painting is such a tedious job, but once done you'll no doubt be thankful for the money you've saved! I hope you're using the cutting in tool with the wheels? They're a massive time saver (just have to keep the paint off the wheels otherwise you unintentionally start painting your cornices and door frames).

I think yours was the one with the Colorbond side gate, is that right? I'll need to do the same down the track so looking forward to seeing a pic of yours!

Hi Imightbedave, yep i got a colorbond side gate to matxh the fence:
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Yes, i swear by those wheeled pads for painting cornices. Been using them for years now. The pads have seen better days so bought some new ones the other day - not as good as the orignal pads that came with it imo. So am having to use an old pad, a small brush & steady hand to get right into the crevices. Have to say am not doing too badly either although its not perfect.

Haven't done any painting today because after getting bugger all sleep last night, my body felt like it was 100 years old! But gave ne an opportunity to get some other jobs done.

So pavers ordered for delivery by Friday. Thanks to my paving guy, i managed to score a discount of $600 on the pavers. Winning!

Antenna to be installed tomorrow afternoon.

Council bins were delivered today. Ss paid a visit to see how things were going - pointed out that a leak at the water meter still hadn't been fixed. He said he'd get the plumber to look at it again today. And the sparky came to fix a couple of loose batten light fittings.

I have to dig a trenchdown one aide of the house to put a conduit down for the retic for the back yard. Not looking forward to doing that. Wondering who i can con into doing it for me....

So that's today's news. Loving

my house even if i am feeling worn out

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El17 · Feb 07, 2017 9:54 pm

So much happening, how good is that!! Makes it so much better at the end though - knowing it's all you! (And Dad)...

I like your gate. House is looking good!

Its all happening over there... makes me think I'll have to take more than one day off when we get our keys....

Also - bonus about your paving saving!

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SilentBoB · Feb 08, 2017 12:46 pm

Wow seems like you have been getting a lot done since getting the keys! Must be tiring but also satisfying seeing how much you are getting done!

rosemi · Feb 09, 2017 12:20 am

Just pulled another day of cutting-in at the house. For a house that size there sure is a heck of a lot of cutting-into do. Tomorrow i will tackle the linen cupboard, broom cupboard & pantry.

The antenna was installed this afternoon, along with 2 tv points.

I've booked the moving truck & the carpet cleaners for the rental.

Aside from sore feet and back, i'm a bit bruised & battered after i slipped off the ladder & tumbled into the bathtub

Thankfully i've got some Voltaren for the aches & pains

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rosemi · Feb 12, 2017 1:53 pm

So painting is done! Well except the front hall which will be finished off after i've moved my furniture.

I've started moving all my kitchen, pantry & linen cupboard contents in already.

Just taking a break as my feet are killing me.

I'll need to mop the floors again. Still looking dirty.

My crossover was completed yesterday. Yay! Paver will be back on Wednesday to do the paving at the back. Even said they'd dig the trench for my retic conduit to the back. Yay. He did the paving at my previous place & did a very good job. Am happy to recommend him - pm me for details.

Couple of photos:

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1 more sleep until i'm living in my new house.

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Imightbedave · Feb 13, 2017 12:07 am

Congrats, I love the set up of your front yard! Sent pm about paving

SilentBoB · Feb 13, 2017 11:28 am

Looks great!

rosemi · Feb 13, 2017 9:14 pm

Imightbedave

Congrats, I love the set up of your front yard! Sent pm about paving

Thanks silentbob!

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rosemi · Feb 13, 2017 9:18 pm

And.... tadaaaa!

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I'm in!

Excuse the mess. Only just finished moving all my gear. Garage is chockas!

Now to set up my bed & the dining/living area

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El17 · Feb 13, 2017 11:36 pm

well done, Rose

so good to see!

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aloenyx · Feb 14, 2017 5:49 am

Congrats!!!

mrsdoe · Feb 15, 2017 12:38 am

Congrats on moving in! ?

Imightbedave · Feb 15, 2017 12:40 am

Well done! Happy unpacking!

rosemi · Feb 15, 2017 12:15 pm

Thanks y'all! Unpacking will be a slow process. This morning i set up my TV etc.

Last night i made up the spare beds

My bedroom:
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Spare bedroom 1:
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Spare bedroom 2:

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And today, the back paving has started:
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