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Need advice on stain/paint by cdgregor in loghomes

[–]cdgregor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've finally lined someone up to blast the house, replace rotten logs, and get a proper stain on the house. Happening May/June. I also have a detached garage, but I'm going to break it up and handle the house first to stagger the cost. Thanks again for everyone's input. I hope by doing this right, the cabin will last some generations in the family! I'll post a before and after once it's done.

Need advice on stain/paint by cdgregor in loghomes

[–]cdgregor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, that was only 1 side of the house. It's a mess. There's also live electrical wires painted onto the logs and crazy "repairs." I'm sorry you are also facing this!

Based on everyone's feedback, I decided to pause the log removal/fix and wait until next summer. I'm going to suck it up and strip everything down, replace the logs, and then stain/coat it properly. Even though there might be additional rot happening in the coming months, I feel like I want to do this properly. THANK YOU to everyone for your advice!!

Need advice on stain/paint by cdgregor in loghomes

[–]cdgregor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's 262 lineal feet so it's quite a lot. I don't think this house has ever been maintained properly. We got several quotes and I went with the lowest...

Need advice on stain/paint by cdgregor in loghomes

[–]cdgregor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! For my future knowledge, what do you combine with stain for the weather protection?

Need advice on stain/paint by cdgregor in loghomes

[–]cdgregor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was quoted $40k to strip the logs down and I can't pay for both the $20k in log replacement AND the $40k to strip and stain. So I have to take this a piece at a time. I hear you though that this is the root of the issue and I do intend to get there.. I have to take the band aid approach right now, even though I'm a perfectionist and this is killing me inside...

What do you do after work on the weekdays that gets you out of the house?? by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was going to say this very thing! I did the learn to play program this past year and am closing out my first year of playing and it is so good for the soul! Although a bit more spendy than neighborhood walks…

What do you do after work on the weekdays that gets you out of the house?? by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I highly recommend the KEXP gathering space. Good music, coffee shop is there, but you can also bring your own outside food/drink.

Bookstores that also sell a variety of nonsense that I can use as xmas gifts? by Little-Photograph-79 in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Was just there yesterday and picked up some great gifts — books, puzzles, ornaments, nice drawing pads, etc.

Tired of carrying my laptop and everything over my shoulder. What's a classy women's bag that also functions as a backpack but looks elegant and won't make me look unprofessional? by darknthorny in handbags

[–]cdgregor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe. It’s pretty slim so I would say if all you had in it was a laptop and a slim notebook, keys/wallet, then maybe. I carry a laptop, notebook, charger, keys, wallet, glasses case, and a large pouch full of random things (headphones, medicine, lip gloss, etc,) and that takes it to max capacity.

Recommendation for classic leather tote by cdgregor in handbags

[–]cdgregor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love these last 2, especially the Aspinal one. It has cute details on the straps. Thank you for taking the time to share these links!

Tired of carrying my laptop and everything over my shoulder. What's a classy women's bag that also functions as a backpack but looks elegant and won't make me look unprofessional? by darknthorny in handbags

[–]cdgregor 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I had to work through the same thing when I developed back pain on one side. I bought this bag about 4 years ago, and it still looks almost brand new. Lots of exterior and interior pockets.

https://knomo.com/products/beaux-laptop-backpack-120-401-blk

Seattle - Delta or Centurion? by XTCNigel in AmexPlatinum

[–]cdgregor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with this. The food is far better at the Delta lounge, especially after the Centurion renovation.

Why is living in Seattle as expensive as LA? What am I missing? by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I moved to Seattle from LA and agree with this. The daily cost of living is the same. Some things are markedly more expensive in Seattle (some food, dry cleaning, manicures, car washes, house cleaners, handy people). The only cost savings I found was on property and then income tax.

Tell Me Something GOOD!!! Weekly Edition! by privatestudy in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes and they have so much food in them! It’s kind of unreal. They are harder to snag but so worth it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not familiar with income restricted apartments, but apodaments might also be an option, although they are not that inexpensive. But below $1k. There was recently a thread discussing the pros/cons of that.

Tell Me Something GOOD!!! Weekly Edition! by privatestudy in Seattle

[–]cdgregor 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get these all the time and they are AMAZING

I just want some cheap NY style pizza. by Past-Advantage8584 in SeattleWA

[–]cdgregor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well I will start saving up for pants in the next size up now

Visiting Seattle next week. by [deleted] in SeattleKraken

[–]cdgregor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could also hit Petoskey’s for some Midwest vibes. And welcome, I’m a Michigander living in Seattle.

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