Puget Dude’s creations and fabrications (Random project thread.)

[PugetDude]

Nice of drywall crew to power wash.

Not in our trade’s scope.

We hire that phase separately at the end.

Same company does stucco and drywall, I am really impressed with their coordination of crews. For example, on the drywall they had different crews for stocking, hanging, scrap removal, steel base and corner trim, taping, texturing, sanding, clean up, and powerwashing. Every crew specialized, laser-focused, on time, fast, top-notch workmanship. One general foreman for all the drywall crews, all getting a paycheck from the same company, so no finger pointing or blame games.

Similar breakdown on the exterior stucco.

It's a business model that works.

 

[PugetDude]

Electrial crew was in here today making up switches and outlets, installing lights, etc.
Need another day to finish up; I requested a couple of changes that took some time to figure out- and required me to do some drywall patching on my brand new ceiling this weekend...

More to come...

 

[PugetDude]

Electrical is finished.

Ductwork today...

More to come.

 

[Finallygotit]

That's neat diamond plate ducting!

 

[readhead]

Diamond plate duct of course. Are they going to hang it with rebar?

 

[PugetDude]

Diamond plate duct of course. Are they going to hang it with rebar?

No, but you are giving me an idea....

 

[inphx]

Can you share any supply house for the ducting you would recommend down in Phoenix area? TIA

 

[PugetDude]

Got all the ductwork up, then realized we might have an interference issue with the overhead garage door... they sent a guy out to measure, it's going to be really close. Too close, actually. Decided to pull the N/S lateral down until after the door is installed, then make any adjustments to the ducting. The E/W duct can stay where it is.

 

[PugetDude]

Can you share any supply house for the ducting you would recommend down in Phoenix area? TIA

I don't know any suppliers in Phoenix- all of this ducting is being moved from my existing garage. It was installed about 5 years ago by an HVAC contractor, not sure where he sourced it. For this DIY project I just ordered the 12" tee online; his price to move the system was considerably more than the original installation, definitely a "Not interested" price.

 

[tarbellb]

I would much rather see spiral duct work then a bunch of soffits! Good call

 

[larry4406]

I would much rather see spiral duct work then a bunch of soffits! Good call

I think the exposed duct looks very cool.

I would be concerned it will be a dust collector on the top side.

 

[PugetDude]

I think the exposed duct looks very cool.

I would be concerned it will be a dust collector on the top side.

It was. I used my bench brush to sweep it off, then wiped it down with soap and water. Wasn't that bad after 5 years in a low-ceiling garage.

 

[PugetDude]

Started on bathroom tile, got the cove base in today. Going with basketweave mosaic on the floor, subway tiles on the walls.
Going for that vintage service station restroom theme. Anyone have a condom machine for sale?

 

[larry4406]

Here you go!

eBay condom machine

 

[PugetDude]

Here you go!

eBay condom machine

Link is for eBay Malaysia....prices are in Malaysian Ringitts..

 

[larry4406]

Link is for eBay Malaysia....pricrs in Malaysian Ringitts..

Currently only around $300 and local pickup in Minnesota.

 

[PugetDude]

 

[zanyad]

Fixed eBay link

 

[LXCam]

If you don't buy that thing Scott, I'm going to buy it for you and conspire with your bride....muhahahahaha!

 

[steves_001]

Looking great! Is there a benefit to putting the cove on before the floor? I’ve always done the floor first but maybe I’m missing something?

 

[PugetDude]

Looking great! Is there a benefit to putting the cove on before the floor? I’ve always done the floor first but maybe I’m missing something?

Just personal preference, wanted to flush out the cove with the floor tile instead of having it sit on top of the basketweave mosaic. The floor tile is getting black grout, walls are going to be white. Plan is to install the wall tile next, grout it, seal it, and then do the floor. That way I can keep the grout colors separate. Guess we will find out soon if that plan is going to work.

 

[PugetDude]

If you don't buy that thing Scott, I'm going to buy it for you and conspire with your bride....muhahahahaha!

I already have a plan...

 

[SilverJimmy]

That gum *****, tastes like rubber!!!

 

[steves_001]

just personal preference, wanted to flush out the cove with the floor tile...

Thanks for the explanation. That should look really nice. Never thought to do that.

 

[PugetDude]

That gum *****, tastes like rubber!!!

 

[PugetDude]

Gotta say, I am loving the Milwaukee AirTip attachment for my shop vac.
Thanks, @LXCam for the recomendation.

 

[M.Brane]

That does look quite handy.

 

[LXCam]

That does look quite handy.

It really is, I use the hell out of mine. That articulating type is a win.

 

[M.Brane]

One of the things I love about this place: other people helping me spend my money.

 

[PugetDude]

It really is, I use the hell out of mine. That articulating type is a win.

Not all of your recommendations **** but this one certainly does.

 

[PugetDude]

Got the rest of the wall tile up in the shop bathroom today. Took just under 700 pieces total. Grouting tomorrow.
Not sure what I was thinking when I lined up the first course of subway tile with the cove base, but that's what I did.
Will probably leave it, it's behind the sink and toilet anyway. Or not.

 

[larry4406]

I think I would bust out that course of cove and offset it to match the wall....

 

[LXCam]

Not sure what I was thinking when I lined up the first course of subway tile with the cove base, but that's what I did.
Will probably leave it, it's behind the sink and toilet anyway. Or not.

It’s ok scott we know it was a manifestation of Retraumatization from your pool tile experience.

We forgive you and want you to know, we’re here for ya man

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

I was trying to figure out where you're going to put the condom dispenser and it reminded me of a bar I went to in Tucson called the "Meet Rack". The condom dispenser in the women's bathroom was linked to a firehouse bell. If a lady invested in a condom, she was rewarded with a giant bell notifying the bar she was ready for a good time. In other words, you might need a large bell to further enhance the experience.

 

[PugetDude]

I was trying to figure out where you're going to put the condom dispenser and it reminded me of a bar I went to in Tucson called the "Meet Rack". The condom dispenser in the women's bathroom was linked to a firehouse bell. If a lady invested in a condom, she was rewarded with a giant bell notifying the bar she was ready for a good time. In other words, you might need a large bell to further enhance the experience.

Bowley and Wilson's Bar in Dallas in the 80's used to play a (fake) recording of the womens bathroom (loud flatulence, depth charges, splashes, sighs, moans, salacious gossip) whenever a woman got up to use it in the middle of a performance. And, they would stop the performance to play it while waiting for them to return.
It didn't play in the restroom, just in the bar, so when she came out it was a total shock.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Bowley and Wilson's Bar in Dallas in the 80's used to play a (fake) recording of the womens bathroom (loud flatulence, depth charges, splashes, sighs, moans, salacious gossip) whenever a woman got up to use it in the middle of a performance. And, they would stop the performance to play it while waiting for them to return.
It didn't play in the restroom, just in the bar, so when she came out it was a total shock.

That's pretty savage!

 

[PugetDude]

I think I would bust out that course of cove and offset it to match the wall....

Yeah, that's probably what I am going to do tomorrow...

 

[Mr.zippy]

Yeah, that's probably what I am going to do tomorrow...

Leave it.....third owner after you will have something to ***** about!

 

[SilverJimmy]

MUST NOT LOOK AT LINES ALL IN LINE……………..

Ya, I’d have to rip that all out and redo it. I’m the guy who has to get out and check that I’m parked straight and perfectly between the lines. Be them painted, saw cut, or even imaginary…

 

[Bears Fan]

Just get a piece of 8" diamond plate mop board and hide it