rainscreen

instead of trying to patch in siding to match, we decided to do something else; a Durock rainscreen. Durock is essentially a 3'x5' panel of cement reinforced both sides with fiberglass mesh fabric. It is commonly used as a backer board for tile in floors, countertops and showers, so why not as siding? We cut it into more pleasing sizes [dusty project] and attached it to 1" treated wood nailers over tar paper. The rainscreen theory is that the outer layer [cement board] deflects the majority of the wind and rain from the waterproof inner layer [tar paper], while some water gets in, the cavity [1" airspace] is well ventilated and any water can drain out. We'll see about that. It's not a very stringent test, however, as it's on the north side, but hey, it was fun. And thanks to the team: Tom, Marie and Sofie.

Polishing The Turd

but at least it's our turd.

so this post is about the beginning of lots of work in preparation for new paint.
The first image is old, before we tore down the covered back porch - new images show the transformation of the north facade - reframing and more patchwork... we're dry for now

check out the sweet header/sill condition!

and, for your pleasure as much as ours... a pic of sophie - the wonder dog
(cause she's so dang cute)

oh yea and the blue angels serenaded us all weekend, what a treat

so we took a little break, okay?

it has been awhile since we posted, but we have been keeping busy. we helped some good friends get married on the 7th and on the 14th. we have also been cleaning, organizing and watering a lot....

don't worry a more exciting post soon; we have stuff in the works. here's a picture or two of Sofie.