It must have been one of the mildest winters in Iowa history. The temperatures were in the 50's and 60's. Just totally unheard of in February! Martha and Meme came out with Jamie and Robin to run around the pasture with Nina. It was WONDERFUL!!
It was also the perfect time to add a new roof. This involved a total tear off of two layers of shingles, one of wood and another of asphalt. I think I'm still picking up the nails! Then the new plywood and new red shingles, it gave the house a whole new look.
Of course, this meant adding paint come spring. Our 2002 "Parade of Home" venture began! I was excited!! Bill was...um....well, I was excited!!!
Here's the West side in June 2002.
The South side in June 2002 after the chimney has been painted.
Painting the chimney is always an adventure. The top peak is 19'. the chimney is another 5' taller. So, it's simple enough to climb onto the roof and do the West, North and East sides. The south side involves wrapping your arm around the chimney and holding on, while you do your best to paint the south side. The part against the house involves a 40" extension ladder. Yes, in case your wondering....painting the chimney is MY JOB!
Next post will involve scaffolding and painting the 2002 Parade of Homes!
Today I'm thankful for the turkey (not one of mine), I'll be eating for lunch!
YUMMY!!!!
Today I'm thankful for the turkey (not one of mine), I'll be eating for lunch!
YUMMY!!!!
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5 comments:
Wasn't that the day Robin jumped the pasture fence? (Or was that another time?) Isn't it a 46" fence and he cleared 45 9/10"? He got up and walked it off, those whippets are tough!
Can't wait to reminisce about the scaffolding as the parade of homes continues.
That's so funny... I was just thinking that was the day he jumped (kinda) the fence. Much to my panic.
I love the red roof - good color choice!!
That stylish red roof is perfect for your plain white side walls. I call houses with red roofs statement houses. As the color of good luck, red’s energetic and lively hue can instantly excite and enliven a house’s exterior. It makes it look so alive that I can almost hear it say “take some time to look over here!”
Tiffany Larsen
Your roof is quite high for you guys to paint it by yourselves. But you did an amazing job! Two layers of shingles should be enough to protect your home. And, yeah, it gave your house a new look. It's been years since this. Are you planning to do another paint job this year?
Sasha Herrick
I love the red roof! Years passed already, and I hope you maintained the contrasting colors of your exteriors. If you're planning to repaint the sidings and roof in the future, I think you should try something rusty for the roof and maintain the white paint on the sidings. :)
Jon Wright Industries
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