Jobsite organization. I built this bench mostly to be able to roll my tools around and have a bench to work on for trim about 5 years ago. It disassembles with a few screws and is on casters for moving around. I have added to it based on need over the years, but am now ready again for some upgrades. It has turned from a site work table, to a job organization table for larger projects. Safety gear, project binders, scheduling information and a space to fold out plans. I still like the storage underneath but again, it needs to get a little more organized. I'm thinking one big one, and then a couple of smaller down versions for smaller renovation projects. Anyone else out there have any similar set ups to keep your jobsites organized? I'd love to get some more inspiration! #organization #jobsiteorganization #jobsitedesk #toolstorage #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding #safety #renovations #additions #build
If you install hardwood and don't own a moisture meter, why not? It is key to a proper installation to make sure the wood is properly acclimatized and also that the new wood and the subfloor are within the same range. But also, don't forget to make sure the house has it's HVAC system turned on to normal living levels. Consistency is key to keep those boards nice and tight! #hardwoodfloor #moisturemeter #carpentry #ottawa #keepcraftalive
Plus we've picked up a load of custom turned columns, bases, caps, roof brackets and pot bellied balusters for our #lewisstporch project! Columns are a split turned creation to go around our steel structural posts. More impressively the balusters are all CNC cut as perfect matches! Next week we'll give everything a final sanding and spray on a coat of primer on all sides to really seal up these special details for many years to come. And maybe give the shop s good cleaning... #porch #heritageottawa #restoration #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding #finishcarpentry #woodlathe #cnc
Kitchen cabinets are in and cork floor is down at our #nepeankitchen project. Time to move into the final finishing touches next week and hand this one over to it's family! Counters have been templated and trim samples are our awaiting final decision for next week! #kitchenreno #ottawa #corkfloor #cabinets #trimcarpentry #finishcarpentry #nepean
Happy Father's day to all the dads out there. Hope you all have as much fun as me and these two! Both love to help daddy out with any task, especially if it involves tools or trucks. They can do whatever they want in life, but I'm blessed to be able to pass on what I do and how I do it to them. And then poor mom can figure out how we all got so dirty and how to remove those stains ;) #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding #carpentryapprentice #tacoma #tailgateparty #toddlerswithtools #toddlerlife
Structural work is nearly complete on the ground floor of our #belvedere framing project. Into interior walls, strapping and back framing before moving down to the basement. Oh, and a pile of pocket door frames. All these new flush beams and headers were a pain, but it's great to see this coming together. #renovation #structure #lvl #framing #ottawarenovation #beams #carpenter #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding
That is a lot of LVLs. And not all of them. Each of these beams spans just under 24' to support what was previously removed. And as proof, once installed, our temporary supports lifted about 3/4 with this factory straight lumber over the missing bearing walls. Don't cut walls out unless you know what you're doing. And even then, get the engineer involved. Really looking forward to getting back to regular framing and working with the happy homeowners on a trim package proposal. #structure #beams #lvl #carpentry #carpenter #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding #engineering
Sneak peak of the barrier free shower at our bathroom project... Spot that drain! #ottawarenovation #shower #schluter #lineardrain #barrierfree #remodel #bathroom #tile
Suns out, masons out. Should be back into framing the #lewisstporch tomorrow after getting the last of the beams in on #belvedere. Before we know it, all that beautiful steel work will be covered up in it's new cladding. #heritageottawa #porch #restoration #carpentry #steel #masonry #brick #finehomebuilding #keepcraftalive #ottawarenovation #carpenter
Sunshine! And of course we're installed 24 foot 6 ply LVL beams inside... On the plus side this poor home will finally be structurally sound again. And who am I kidding, everyone loves a good old beam and structure day! #structure #carpentry #lvl #beam #framing #renovation #ottawarenovation #carpenter #keepcraftalive #finehomebuilding
