dread Pirate
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The old Homer Simpson line,,, I've managed to learn a lot of things through life, but this is the first attempt at flooring. We figured it was 17 years ago when I came home to all the carpet in the driveway. Wife had enough and tore it out. She wanted hardwood and it just kept getting pushed back. Last summer I happened to be in the right spot at the right time and snatched up 1800sf of this red oak at a great price. Plenty to do the downstairs. With the kids out of school for the week I decided it was time and we dove in. Repainted after Christmas, so the whole house looks fresh. I have a long way to go, but wow what a difference. Feels like a home and not just a cabin in the woods. My arms are jello from swinging the mallet and my back hates me. I'm going to try and catch up on other things for a couple days and get back to it after the weekend.
I have a new respect for the flooring trade.
I have a new respect for the flooring trade.
