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Jon is so right, the more you peel the more comes down. My hall way had 8 yes you read that right, 8 layers of paper on it, I went to take the layer that was peeling off and realized the waud of papers seperated from the plaster. So all of it came down, excluding the plaster. Many cracks and missing spots but I took and filled the holes and made up some thin set and smoothed it all over the walls. I think what I accomplished was a Venitian plaster effect. I started with a dark burgandy then a deep rose and then a lighter rose. Using a bath poof I scrubbed the paint into the walls and man it looks good! Then I took a buffing tool and went over the raised edges to create the shiney spots.
Lath and plaster can be your friend if you treat it with respect! lmao!
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Lath and plaster can be your friend if you treat it with respect! lmao!
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lucky-E-leven
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Rhino - This old lady is 101 years of age and could definitely use some new walls here and there, but she's sturdy and looks good enough for now (minus the hideous wallpaper in spots.) I'm sure, if we stay here, we'll be doing some serious demo.
Until then, however, can we be first on your list when the little doors to magical places go into production? This place is full of secret crawl spaces and what not. Perfect for some eye-catching, miniature entry and exit points.
~lucky
Until then, however, can we be first on your list when the little doors to magical places go into production? This place is full of secret crawl spaces and what not. Perfect for some eye-catching, miniature entry and exit points.
~lucky
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minsue said:*adding gloves to the packing list*
You know it!
*laughing*
And you thought you were taking a vacation.
~lucky
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lucky-E-leven said:
I'd consider it a vacation, Lucky-love. I can think of very few things I would enjoy as much right now as a productive weekend spent laughing and sweating with the two of you (and even better if Min were there) and then having something to point to at the end where I could say that "I did that!".
I'd consider it a bit o' renewal....
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Yay, you're back!!!!
Good luck with the wallpaper. I had a similar drama in my old house and when I pulled some wallpaper down, it seemed to be holding up the wall, so I left it up and sponge painted over it with gold paint. It wasn't really the look I was hoping to achieve, but it was certainly less, uh, floral.
Good luck with the wallpaper. I had a similar drama in my old house and when I pulled some wallpaper down, it seemed to be holding up the wall, so I left it up and sponge painted over it with gold paint. It wasn't really the look I was hoping to achieve, but it was certainly less, uh, floral.
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Yikes. Even I wouldn't do that. And I never play by the rules.vella_ms said:
Sigh, if only... but I'm rooting for you from over here.we are considering a wall paper taking down/house warming party. so, if you plan on attending, bring your bestest removal idears.
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Welcome back to my two favourite ladies.
You've been sorely, sorely missed, you gorgeous two-some.
Hope the family are all settled happily into the new home.
Looking forward to getting over there........sometime in the future. Hopefully after all the decorating has been finished.
You've been sorely, sorely missed, you gorgeous two-some.
Hope the family are all settled happily into the new home.
Looking forward to getting over there........sometime in the future. Hopefully after all the decorating has been finished.
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Surely you jest. Have you forgotten that there is a 9 year old and a 3 year old in residence? Having answers now is a full time, unpaid occupation.minsue said:As long as there aren't a line of people all expecting me to have all the answers right now, it's a vacation, hun.
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So when are you coming to visit?CharleyH said:
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Rumsfeld Makes Surprise Visit To Wife's Vagina
WASHINGTON, DC—Amid rumors of sagging morale on the home front, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld greeted his wife Joyce Monday with an unanticipated visit to her vagina, according to the Pentagon.
"Today, at about 1600 hours EST, Secretary Rumsfeld landed in the vagina and delivered cordial greetings to Mrs. Rumsfeld," said Pentagon spokesman Lt. Col. William Brock. "The focus of the trip was to thank Mrs. Rumsfeld for her long years of outstanding service and continuing sacrifices, and to afford the defense secretary an opportunity to survey the vagina up close and in person."
The 12-minute visit, described by Brock as "brief but satisfactory," was characterized by sources close to the vagina as an "in and out" mission.
Because of security concerns, Rumsfeld's aides were quiet about the visit, taking extra efforts to conceal the defense secretary's plans from the media and his wife. After delivering a speech to his wife, Rumsfeld performed a brief inspection of her vagina, then engaged in a few minutes of relaxed, informal contact before returning to the Pentagon.
"Despite the hurried nature of the visit, I am proud to report that my wife met and exceeded the operational standards set by the U.S. military for readiness in a two-front war," said Rumsfeld in a press conference shortly after the visit. "I am confident that she can still stand up to heavy fire and serve ably, even in a rearguard action."
The visit comes at a time in which controversial rumors have spread throughout Washington about low morale on the part of Mrs. Rumsfeld. Reports from confidantes indicate that her vagina is being undersupplied by the Department of Defense, and extended tours of duty have stirred up feelings of discontent. Although the two have faithfully served one another since 1954, Secretary Rumsfeld's busy schedule and demanding obligations have prevented him from visiting the fertile crescent since last November's highly publicized surprise visit.
A brief question-and-answer period following the visit revealed some difference of opinion between Rumsfeld and the woman whose vagina he is charged with supplying. When she asked the defense secretary if she could expect "more consistent support" from him in the future, Mrs. Rumsfeld received a characteristically salty reply.
"Naturally, I would like to spend more time in the vaginal region," Rumsfeld said. "But we have a difficult mission to complete, both at home and on the front. Everyone in this conflict is making sacrifices. You go to the vagina with the equipment you have."
This explanation did not satisfy Judith Proudfit, executive director of Veterans' Wives Against The War and a sharp critic of the Bush Administration. Proudfit called Rumsfeld's visit a "craven publicity move intended to foster the illusion that Rumsfeld is in touch with his wife's vagina."
"Rumsfeld's blunt, defensive response clearly indicates that he has no intention of making her a top priority," Proudfit said. "The situation in Mrs. Rumsfeld's vagina was in no way improved by such a brief encounter."
Continued Proudfit: "It is a true testament to Mrs. Rumsfeld's patience, stamina, and patriotism that she continues to serve her husband under such duress."
When asked about future plans for his wife's vagina, Rumsfeld grew somber.
"This vagina has seen a lot of action," Rumsfeld said. "And much of its infrastructure has fallen into disrepair. I do believe, however, that my wife's sustained efforts under my direction will ultimately allow us to re-establish order in this troubled area."
The Pentagon would not confirm a rumor that President Bush is scheduled to drop in on the vagina with a holiday turkey around Christmas.
http://www.theonion.com/news/index.php?issue=4133
WASHINGTON, DC—Amid rumors of sagging morale on the home front, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld greeted his wife Joyce Monday with an unanticipated visit to her vagina, according to the Pentagon.
"Today, at about 1600 hours EST, Secretary Rumsfeld landed in the vagina and delivered cordial greetings to Mrs. Rumsfeld," said Pentagon spokesman Lt. Col. William Brock. "The focus of the trip was to thank Mrs. Rumsfeld for her long years of outstanding service and continuing sacrifices, and to afford the defense secretary an opportunity to survey the vagina up close and in person."
The 12-minute visit, described by Brock as "brief but satisfactory," was characterized by sources close to the vagina as an "in and out" mission.
Because of security concerns, Rumsfeld's aides were quiet about the visit, taking extra efforts to conceal the defense secretary's plans from the media and his wife. After delivering a speech to his wife, Rumsfeld performed a brief inspection of her vagina, then engaged in a few minutes of relaxed, informal contact before returning to the Pentagon.
"Despite the hurried nature of the visit, I am proud to report that my wife met and exceeded the operational standards set by the U.S. military for readiness in a two-front war," said Rumsfeld in a press conference shortly after the visit. "I am confident that she can still stand up to heavy fire and serve ably, even in a rearguard action."
The visit comes at a time in which controversial rumors have spread throughout Washington about low morale on the part of Mrs. Rumsfeld. Reports from confidantes indicate that her vagina is being undersupplied by the Department of Defense, and extended tours of duty have stirred up feelings of discontent. Although the two have faithfully served one another since 1954, Secretary Rumsfeld's busy schedule and demanding obligations have prevented him from visiting the fertile crescent since last November's highly publicized surprise visit.
A brief question-and-answer period following the visit revealed some difference of opinion between Rumsfeld and the woman whose vagina he is charged with supplying. When she asked the defense secretary if she could expect "more consistent support" from him in the future, Mrs. Rumsfeld received a characteristically salty reply.
"Naturally, I would like to spend more time in the vaginal region," Rumsfeld said. "But we have a difficult mission to complete, both at home and on the front. Everyone in this conflict is making sacrifices. You go to the vagina with the equipment you have."
This explanation did not satisfy Judith Proudfit, executive director of Veterans' Wives Against The War and a sharp critic of the Bush Administration. Proudfit called Rumsfeld's visit a "craven publicity move intended to foster the illusion that Rumsfeld is in touch with his wife's vagina."
"Rumsfeld's blunt, defensive response clearly indicates that he has no intention of making her a top priority," Proudfit said. "The situation in Mrs. Rumsfeld's vagina was in no way improved by such a brief encounter."
Continued Proudfit: "It is a true testament to Mrs. Rumsfeld's patience, stamina, and patriotism that she continues to serve her husband under such duress."
When asked about future plans for his wife's vagina, Rumsfeld grew somber.
"This vagina has seen a lot of action," Rumsfeld said. "And much of its infrastructure has fallen into disrepair. I do believe, however, that my wife's sustained efforts under my direction will ultimately allow us to re-establish order in this troubled area."
The Pentagon would not confirm a rumor that President Bush is scheduled to drop in on the vagina with a holiday turkey around Christmas.
http://www.theonion.com/news/index.php?issue=4133
ABSTRUSE
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It took me a few minutes to realize you weren't talkiing about Vella.lucky-E-leven said:Rhino - This old lady is 101 years of age and could definitely use some new walls here and there, but she's sturdy and looks good enough for now (minus the hideous wallpaper in spots.) I'm sure, if we stay here, we'll be doing some serious demo.
Until then, however, can we be first on your list when the little doors to magical places go into production? This place is full of secret crawl spaces and what not. Perfect for some eye-catching, miniature entry and exit points.
~lucky
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rhinoguy said:
Stop nagging me about the electrical wiring for chrissake. Do you think I don't know it's a fire hazard when using a hair dryer causes smoke to come out of the outlet in the guest bedroom?
And WTF? The hardwood floor has started to warp. After 70+ years of flat floors, and with no visible source of moisture, there is suddenly a raised "wave" across the middle of the dining room floor, nearly 2 inches high.
And speaking of plaster, WTF is making the plaster ceiling in the hallway crumble and flake off?
I got yer "one room at a time" right here.
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Shereads, I think I have a couple answers for you, your warped floor, well, your house is settling so you need to adjust the floor with an adjustable floor joist. Big metal poles with adjustable things in the center that lift as they unscrew. Do it slowly and things will level out, or wait till the other side settles and all is good.
As for your plaster issue, plaster only has a certain life span. It will flake and crumble if disturbed, best solution is take it off and replaster or dry wall , you can cheat if you have the room to do so, dry wall over it! I cant here because my 12" baseboards would look dumb with the dry wall hanging over the edge.
Its cool to have an old home, but all the kwirks and creeks can cause problems.
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As for your plaster issue, plaster only has a certain life span. It will flake and crumble if disturbed, best solution is take it off and replaster or dry wall , you can cheat if you have the room to do so, dry wall over it! I cant here because my 12" baseboards would look dumb with the dry wall hanging over the edge.
Its cool to have an old home, but all the kwirks and creeks can cause problems.
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