No rest for the wicked(ly talented)

Veterans Day is a holiday for some (like the two of us who are state employees) but apparently not for those in the construction trades. Dave and Corey arrived early this morning and continued installing the cabinetry in the BBQ room. They've set up a temporary wood shop outside the BBQ room and the circular saw has been buzzing most of the day.

It's really fascinating to see how John and his crew at Laughton Cabinets have masterfully assembled the many individual components so that they can be recombined into two single units: the island and the cabinet behind the island. Everyone who has seen the cabinets so far has commented on how amazing they look. Master craftsmen, wickedly talented.

Around 10, John and one of his crew showed up. Then all six of us huddled around the island cabinet figuring out how we were going to get it up and over the plumbing. The plan: Five of us would lift it while Dave would get below and feed the electrical wiring through the pre-drilled holes at the rear of the cabinets. Then we would gently lower it into place. Fortunately, the plan worked.

Shortly thereafter, the replacement shower window for the guest house arrived. Corey and Dave wheeled it across the back yard and, within an hour, the new window was securely in place. Everyone, especially Dave, is much happier with this one.

The drop-in electric range, dishwasher and sink arrived yesterday. We still need to buy the small fridge.

The area above the shorter cabinets in the photo above will be shelving in the same style. The shelves will have flush LED puck lights.

In the photo below, see the wood plank connecting the beams in the ceiling? There use to be fluorescent tube lighting on top of the plank that uplit the ceiling. We're replacing them with LED rope lighting, the same lighting we'll be using in the boxes Dave built that are going above the five windows.

We also have some very cool authentic MCM spun aluminum pendant lights for above the island, an eBay find from a while back that we knew one day would find their perfect spots to shine. Dave has built a custom plank system, similar to the existing one, that will attach to the beams and be centered over the island.

After lunch, Dave and Corey attached the end unit to the island. It frames the spaces for the dishwasher and small fridge.

Around 2, Scott showed up to check-in on the electrical and to make sure he will have everything he needs when he returns for a full day tomorrow. We're also expecting all of the tile supplies to be delivered tomorrow so that work can start on Thursday.

And, fingers crossed, the Plyboo paneling is supposed to be delivered either Thursday or Friday. Dave is hoping to get the paneling installed before the tile goes in.

This is what the end of the day looks like. It was a very good day. BTW, thank you Veterans!