Week Two, Day Five & Recap

On Friday they finished putting down the slate floor in the kitchen. It looks fantastic! I can't wait to lie on it while Mom cooks. I think my paws will spread out into the tadpole position though. I hate when that happens and I can't stop it!

The tile installer left very thin grout lines, as we requested. We're going to use a light gray grout to complement the slate.

They've opened up the kitchen wall to install new light switches and an outlet. The old-looking metal conduit/box next it is the building's original intercom system which is no longer in service. However, the building requires that we leave in the wall. It's been there since the 60s - a lot older than me!

In the bathroom, the old toilet was finally disconnected and a waterproof membrane was applied over the concrete. That's the old toilet sitting on top of the bath tub. I assume they will dispose of it soon? Guess they will have to use wee wee pads for the next couple of weeks...

All in all, Week Two of the renovation was eventful! A quick recap:
Monday - WonderBoard was installed over the concrete in the kitchen and a cork underlayment was put on top of the plywood sub-floor in the other rooms and halls.
Tuesday - A waterproof membrane was applied to the kitchen floor and new plumbing was installed.
Wednesday - Mom and Dad met with the cabinet maker to create the kitchen cabinets, butler's pantry and medicine chest plans.
Thursday - Electric work was started and the slate floor was partially put down in the kitchen.

Keep checking back this week to see the new bathroom vanity and sink which will be delivered on Tuesday, tile work in the bathroom, and more!