The Front Porch Project

 

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July 5, 2002

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Here's what it looked like before the construction began.

 

August 8, 2002

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The foundations are in, the bushes are gone, and the steps have been removed.

August 21, 2002

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The substructure is complete and is ready for the decking to be installed.

September 1, 2002

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The decking (5/4" x 6" mahagony) is almost complete. 

September 2, 2002

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The base of the deck is complete and the roof support posts have been installed.

September 10, 2002

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Three columns have been installed (there will be a total of seven) along with the roof joists.

September 18, 2002

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The columns have been installed along with the roof joists.

October 1 ,2002

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The roof rafters, sheathing, felt underlayment, and fascia board have been installed.

 

October 18, 2002

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The roof, trim, siding, and gutters are finished, the trim on the bottom has been painted, and the recessed lighting has been installed.

November 4, 2002

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The trim, ceiling beadboard, and recessed lights have been installed

November 11, 2002

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I've started painting the trim. Here's a better view of the beadboard ceiling.

 

July 1, 2003

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The trim, railings, and painting are complete.

July 12, 2003

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The front of the lawn has been re-graded so that the front steps have a flat section to land on. The sod is partially installed. 

 

September 6, 2003

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It's finished! 

 

 

 

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