Our older boat has been safe and reliable. They don't build 'em like they used to. We have had no serious issues with it at all. But with an older boat comes older finishing touches. We're talking turquoise bathroom, shag carpet, dated nicked and cracked cupboards, circa 1979. All functional, just worn and dated. Jeff's already installed a hardwood floor, we ripped the shag off the walls. This week's project: the countertops.
With the help of Jim and Mimi from Perfect Balance (AND their awesome tool cupboard) we installed new laminate and trim on the countertops.
Day one: the boys had at'er, preparing the surface, measuring and cutting the laminate around every little nook and cranny. Fussy work.
Day two: the girls kicked the boys out and attacked the glueing and trimming. On the advice on the Home Depot guy I had chosen a thicker wood trim which he assured me would bend around a corner. I was skeptical. The guys were even more so. But Mimi, bless her heart, with her know how, skill and perseverance, managed to make that stuff bend like the Tenn-Tom. We spent a delightful afternoon in the cockpit girl-talking and reno-ing.
THANKS so much for all your help Jim and Mimi. It is so much appreciated!
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| Finished project: Note the new faucet. It LIGHTS UP when you run water! HOW COOL!! I giggle every time I use it. |
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