3100_The_old_shower_unit
Parting shot of the entire old tub/shower unit. The main damage area is on the right side of the tub on the wall.
Date: 11/19/2005
Parting shot of the entire old tub/shower unit. The main damage area is on the right side of the tub on the wall.
3101_Old_ceiling_panel_and_wall_damage
Shot of the water damage (discoloration only) to the drop-ceiling tiles and wall over the shower due to roof problems fixed in early 2004.
Date: 11/19/2005
Shot of the water damage (discoloration only) to the drop-ceiling tiles and wall over the shower due to roof problems fixed in early 2004.
3102_The_wall_with_the_problem
The visible signs of the wall mold and damage.
Date: 11/19/2005
The visible signs of the wall mold and damage.
3104_More_damage_than_we_thought
The mold damage was more extensive than we thought. It ran across to the wood molding on the door.
Date: 11/19/2005
The mold damage was more extensive than we thought. It ran across to the wood molding on the door.
3103_Checking_for_tub_depth
The tub only measured 59 ½ inches, and the standard tub is 60 inches. Brad checked the wall and found some extra wood padding things - mystery solved; normal sized tub will be okay.
Date: 11/19/2005
The tub only measured 59 ½ inches, and the standard tub is 60 inches. Brad checked the wall and found some extra wood padding things - mystery solved; normal sized tub will be okay.
3112_Reico_van_at_our_house
Reico Kitchens & Bath van at the house.
Date: 11/19/2005
Reico Kitchens & Bath van at the house.
3105_Demolition
Demolition: Tub and walls begin to disappear.
Date: 11/19/2005
Demolition: Tub and walls begin to disappear.
3106_Demolition
Demolition: Most of surround is now gone.
Date: 11/19/2005
Demolition: Most of surround is now gone.
3108_Demolition
Demolition: More of the left side of the tub and the vent in the wall.
Date: 11/19/2005
Demolition: More of the left side of the tub and the vent in the wall.
3115_Demolition
Demolition: Shower side of tub is gone.
Date: 11/19/2005
Demolition: Shower side of tub is gone.
3116_Demolition
Demolition: Vent is cleared of all housing.
Date: 11/19/2005
Demolition: Vent is cleared of all housing.
3114_The_worst_of_the_problem
Here is the worst of the mold problem. It was in the wall with the water damage, behind the edging.
Date: 11/19/2005
Here is the worst of the mold problem. It was in the wall with the water damage, behind the edging.
3107_Another_shot_of_the_worst_damage
Another shot of the worst of the damage, among the rubble that used to be the wall and tub surround.
Date: 11/19/2005
Another shot of the worst of the damage, among the rubble that used to be the wall and tub surround.
3113_Sealed_ceiling_panels
Ceiling tiles sealed and ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
Ceiling tiles sealed and ready.
3117_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Vent area cleared and ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Vent area cleared and ready.
3118_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Vent side floor cleared out; no damage.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Vent side floor cleared out; no damage.
3119_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Shower side wall and plumbing ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Shower side wall and plumbing ready.
3120_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Plumbing side cleared of debris, and ready to disassemble.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Plumbing side cleared of debris, and ready to disassemble.
3121_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Closer to the door on the shower side wall, again, ready to go.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Closer to the door on the shower side wall, again, ready to go.
3122_Demolition_and_cleanup_complete
Pre-install: Shot of the previous damage area, cleared and ready for thorough cleaning and sealing.
Date: 11/19/2005
Pre-install: Shot of the previous damage area, cleared and ready for thorough cleaning and sealing.
3123_Sealing_done_and_tub_in_place
Install: Wall on right (shower) side sealed, and tub installed.
Date: 11/19/2005
Install: Wall on right (shower) side sealed, and tub installed.
3124_New_fan_vent_hose_installed_and_run
Install: Vent pipe for ceiling fan installed and waiting for fan installation.
Date: 11/19/2005
Install: Vent pipe for ceiling fan installed and waiting for fan installation.
3125_The_plumbing_is_ready_for_hook_up
Install: Drains for tub installed; water supply lines ready for control installation.
Date: 11/19/2005
Install: Drains for tub installed; water supply lines ready for control installation.
3126_Tub_and_surround_in_place
Install: Tub and surround are now both in place and secured.
Date: 11/19/2005
Install: Tub and surround are now both in place and secured.
3131_End_of_day_one
End of day one: Tub installed, drywalling complete. Many thanks to Brad, Chris, and Ken, for all their excellent work.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: Tub installed, drywalling complete. Many thanks to Brad, Chris, and Ken, for all their excellent work.
3128_End_of_day_one
End of day one: High on the left side of the surround, ready for spackling and paint.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: High on the left side of the surround, ready for spackling and paint.
3129_End_of_day_one
End of day one: Low on the left side, ready to go.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: Low on the left side, ready to go.
3127_End_of_day_one
End of day one: High on the right side, shower fittings installed and ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: High on the right side, shower fittings installed and ready.
3130_End_of_day_one
End of day one: Low on the right side, faucet, control, and drains installed and ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: Low on the right side, faucet, control, and drains installed and ready.
3132_End_of_day_one
End of day one: Looking higher, we see the light and fan back in the ceiling, and the wall is complete and ready.
Date: 11/19/2005
End of day one: Looking higher, we see the light and fan back in the ceiling, and the wall is complete and ready.
3133_End_of_day_two_whole
End of day two: Jason taped and spackled the "new" part of the room and fixed the faucet controls.
Date: 11/20/2005
End of day two: Jason taped and spackled the "new" part of the room and fixed the faucet controls.
3135_End_of_day_two_left
End of day two: Left side of the tub and wall that have been repaired. Spackle is still wet, but should be dry by tomorrow.
Date: 11/20/2005
End of day two: Left side of the tub and wall that have been repaired. Spackle is still wet, but should be dry by tomorrow.
