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This Stalwood Web Page allows the Owner to follow the progress of their new home or addition/renovation as Stalwood Construction is building it. We will send you weekly updates with pictures via email too. Owners can email us at stalwood@tds.net with any questions.
Owner Site Addition 1 (Phase 1)
Project Remodel/Addition: Before project can be started a large tree is removed. Phase I consists of adding to existing bedroom and bath. New vanities, sink tops, faucets, shower, closets, electrical, plumbing, and large windows will be installed. All wood ceilings, walls, and floors will be the interior finishes to match the existing home. This addition will create more space for the Owners' and the new large windows will maximize the view of their beautiful property.
Before Picture
Tree Removal Digging footers
Getting ready for concrete
Concrete footer poured
Block foundation finished Drain tile
Backfill completed
Deck almost finished
Footer for above 6x6 support post
Exterior walls front view
Exterior walls back view New 6x6 support posts to accommodate new space
Load bearing beams installed
House wrap and windows installed Opening to bring tub in
Plumbing has been re-routed
Joist hanger and interior walls framed New doorway framed for pocket door
Insulation installed
Fan installed at new bath Frame for pocket door
Insulation between existing and new addition T&G at walls and ceiling
Windows installed at new expanded bedroom
Shows where new meets existing bedroom and maple flooring
New area shows beams and exposed joists to match existing
New addition exterior view
Vanity shell at shower area Tub area - getting ready to tile
Tile floor at tub area Tile floor at shower area
Tile apron at tub started Concrete shower pan under construction
Rubber membrane at shower installed. Pebbles to protect weep holes from concrete
Cement board at shower on Tile at tub area almost finished
Green accent tiles will compliment the sink tops
Tile at tub area finish. Spa faucet is set and working.
Shower faucets set and working. Tile at shower area is almost finished.
Vanity at bath tub area is complete except for cabinet hardware
Vanity at shower area is complete except for cabinet hardware
Maple flooring has been prepared for the first coat of polyurethane
First coat of poly applied
Floor finish at second coat of polyurethane
Phase 2
Project: Addition/Remodel. This project will add 8 feet to the living room by enclosing the existing deck. The new living room will be 20 x 24 feet. The existing porch roof will be re-shingled and two sky lites and roof to wall venting will be added. The new living room space will have large windows and a 6 foot sliding exterior door. The new living room will have plenty of natural light because of the solid glass wall and two sky lites. The 6 foot sliding door will lead to an exterior stair case for the owners to access their hot tub and the ground below. A new 10 x 14 foot deck will be installed for outdoor viewing of the beautiful grounds, pond, and the abundant wildlife that exists in this idyllic setting. The interior finishes will be wood ceilings and walls. The flooring is not yet determined....keep watching to see what the owners decide!
The before pictures. The 6x6 posts and footers have already been installed.
The new shingles are being installed as well as the sky lights with flashing. We had a heavy rain after the sky lites were installed and had no leaks.
Installation of the new roof and sky lites are completed
Sky lite mission accomplished! and onto next mission........installing living room glass wall and 6 foot sliding door.
A close up of the preparation of the metal wall to roof vent. It will be installed between the felt paper and the 2 x 4 below the insulation. This allows for good air circulation between roof and walls and keeps condensation from building up and dripping or staining the ceilings and walls.
Installation of the wall to roof vent is completed
View of the roof to wall vent and the two sky lites at new living room space
Exterior view of new living room renovation with glass wall
Glass wall at interior of living room renovation
Six foot sliding door at interior leading to new deck and exterior stair case
More pictures as project progresses.
Owner Site Addition 2
Project: Remove existing flat drywall ceiling at living room to accommodate new T&G cathedral ceiling. Remove popcorn from kitchen ceiling and hallway to accommodate new T&G ceilings. Shore up rafters and install 6 x 6 beams - one at main ridge and one at kitchen area. Remove carpet and vinyl to accommodate new T&G flooring at living room, kitchen and hallway. Install new French door at living room.
Before Pictures
Demolition starts
New beams installed and new framing started
Putting it all together per plans and specs. Beams & T& G at living room and kitchen
Canned lighting installed and T&G ceilings installed.
New exterior French door w/mini blinds. Paint w/texture
Trim at cathedral and hallway areas.
Flooring being installed at living room Flooring installed at kitchen
Flooring installed at hallway Flooring at new French doors
Second coat of poly & new exterior French doors. Pocket doors @ new addition
Exterior screen door trim paint Exterior french door paint
Floor outlet and third coat of poly on floors
Exterior Finishes: New shutters and exterior paint at new addition
Lattice painted and installed at new screened - in porch.
Owner Site Addition 3
Project: Enclose existing porch, add new entry, and add to existing back deck.
Project Deadline: Owners need to use new space by Thanksgiving.
Framing starts. Project below is finished and owners have moved in!
Plywood added at exterior walls.
New entry way
Ceiling rafters furred down to accommodate R-19 insulation. This is a necessary step in order to avoid compressing the insulation and to achieve a good air flow. Without the air flow, the insulation becomes moisture laden and is ineffective.
Holes are drilled in rafters for venting to ensure good air flow.
Vent holes with screens installed for moisture control.
Back deck addition
9/16 - Windows still have not come in, so we are currently insulating, wiring and staining.
Back to the paint store, new stain is too light.
New paint blend matches existing.
Front view of siding.
Existing exterior door installed at new addition entryway.
Windows have arrived!! And are installed. Below, ceiling and sidewalls have been started.
T&G walls and existing exterior door installed. Back deck extension and new railing.
Outlet installed at existing cabinet. Ceiling finish
1 x 12 plank flooring down. Sanding and poly next.
Wood door cover over electrical panel TV & DVD shelving above movable heater
Project is finished. Owners were able to move into their new space in time for Thanksgiving guests.
An add to project: Install light and electrical at hot tub area
OWNER SITE ADDITION 4
Project: Add a 14' x 14' sun room, a 11' x 16' dining room, a 16' x 16' screened in porch, and a 16' x 10' covered grill deck. Install dog kennel.
Breaking ground and foundation.
Exterior walls started at bay window area
Framing for screened porch
Bay window framing and dry in
Overall framing
Interior beam at dining area
Roofing system
Tin roof started
Insulation installed R-19 with air shoots and venting
Siding to match existing
Interior: Fireplace with stone
Dining room
Pocket doors between existing kitchen and new dining room
French doors between existing living and sun room
Cabinets by Stalwood Cabinet Company
Finished. Owners have moved into their new spaces and love the new addition!
Fireplace
Add to Project: Drain tile before dog kennel installation
Dog kennel
OWNER SITE ADDITION & Renovation 5
Project: Add a total of 420 square feet. Three hundred feet of master suite with bath, and 120 feet of foyer and dining area. New entryway and deck. Remodel existing bathroom.
Before construction could begin, tree limbs needed to be removed.
Breaking ground and foundation.
Deck started.
Walls raised
Beam raised at master suite
Wall raising at foyer
Roof system and installation of a rubber guard between gables
Tin roof installed. The Lull lift does double duty, a work table and material lifter.
Inside renovation begins with sheeting installed to protect other rooms from dust.
Interior finishes. Owners want to move in before winter cold sets in. Mission accomplished! Foyer accommodated a 10 foot Christmas tree.
Exterior Finishes. Major set back. Owner's favorite tree. A storm broke a limb off. Luckily no one or nothing was damaged. Removal of tree's limbs away from the house was necessary.
The wood siding looks like real logs
Cedar shakes installed at gable
Exterior Finish
Bathroom renovation begins. Removal of everything except the vanity. Rearranging the shower and stool made room for a new closet. Taking out the existing small closet and cutting in a doorway provided an easy entrance into the second bedroom. Also installed was a new, larger closet in the second bedroom.
Putting the bathroom back together: The toilet was moved and new closet installed
New handicap shower installed and new bath vanity sink top and faucet installed
New closet at 2nd bedroom New entrance door in 2nd bedroom to bath
Bathroom renovation project is finished and owners have moved into the new spaces
OWNER SITE BUILD NEW HOME 6
Project: Build a 2,300 square foot home. Two story, 2/2, 2 decks, one screened porch, and garage. This project is finished but we have left it on the Owner Site page because it was a complicated and unique home. A thank you to the owner's for having faith in our company to get the job done and get it done right.
Grading work completed and foundation begins. A styrofoam foundation with concrete filled block was chosen.
Crawl space floor poured
Deck started
Wall framing.
Dry in and roof system
Tin at roof and chimney.
Siding
Fireplace install. Fireplace is a two way from living room to master bedroom. Stonework by Stalwood Construction
Drywall being installed. Crow's nest is at right.
Kitchen Finishes. Cabinets by Stalwood Cabinet Company
Finishes
Built in cabinets
Exterior Finish
We would like the opportunity to work for you. Stalwood Construction builds new homes, major and small additions and renovations, carports, home repairs and more. We draw complete house plans including elevations and electrical schematics. We are not "certified architects", but our drawings are engineered and pass building codes. Stalwood Construction also does home/cabin repair and maintenance. We have a good reputation for doing quality work. No job is too small.