We were surprised that this last week our well was finally hooked up to the house and to the corresponding well pump controller. The pump is a variable speed (variable frequency drive or VFD) that keeps the water pressure a near-constant 60 psi.  In addition to the interior doors being installed and most of the trim, shelves were installed that covers up the last of the steel frame - chord bracing.  This week we had a large storm blow through dropping two inches of rain and 7 inches of snow in a 48 hour period.  Dayton Valley Snow   Snow Roof Well Controller Well Controller Closeup Shelves  ...

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The water softener was installed early in the week. We wanted it in before any fixtures and appliances get installed. Since we have high iron, manganese, and hardness we opted for a "green sand" filter for the iron and manganese and a conventional salt softener for the hardness.  The paint prep has been ongoing this week with all of the trim getting puitty and sanded, and the front two rooms are mostly prepped for paint. First the primer coat goes on then the ceiling and walls.  The snow has delayed progress on the outside for now.  Water Softener  ...

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The interior painting is nearly done. The doors need to be painted and there are touch up areas. We love the colors we picked: the trim and ceiling is Swiss Coffee, while the walls are Drift of Mist. Drift of mist is interesting in that depending on the light and the room can look light gray, or slghtly beige, and even sometimes a hint of sage, The contrast of the walls and ceiling are very nice. The masonry is about 75% complete. We really like how it is turning out also.  Wainscoting Bedroom Three Paint Job Drift of Mist  ...

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