Yes folks, it’s actually done.
I know I said in my first post about our porch that we had a simple four task list to accomplish this summer. Turns out that simple does not mean easy. However, I am thrilled to announce that our summer (which dragged on into the fall) front porch project has been completed! And without further ado, here is the finished product…
It meant that Peter and I spent nearly every weekend all summer covered in paint, stain, sawdust, brick dust and mortar, but when I look at the before and after pictures, I realize that it was SO worth it.
We started with this:
…and ended up with this:
32 oz of wood filler, two gallons of paint, two gallons of stain…
A load of lumber, three bags of mortar and 2000 lbs of bricks…
A weekend without stairs…
Again, totally, 100% worth it.
One more before and after, shall we?
On the downside, we are probably now out of the running for an episode of Desperate Landscapes, but on the upside, we’re probably out of the running for an episode of Desperate Landscapes, which should make our whole neighborhood happy.
Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to go because Peter has already jumped into our fall landscaping project: The Side Yard Spruce.
Hmmm… on second thought, maybe we could still qualify…
Stay tuned.
AMAZING! It adds so much more curb appeal. You already have a beautiful house and beautiful setting and the front porch completes it! How exciting! You guys did a really great job!
Thanks, Jenny!
It does really look great.
Thanks!
Your house looks great. Wonderful job you guys did..the design and planning for it all to be done was/is impressive
Thanks so much, Denny!
Beautiful!
your house is very nice I like it
Thanks so much!
I love this!! It looks beautiful!!! What color is the stain and brand of the stain? Looks great! I am in the process of doing ours now!
Hi Lisa,
Thanks for the nice comment! I know we have the can of stain around the house somewhere. I’ll have to find it and get back to you though. Sorry it’s taken me a while to respond. We’ve been a little busy around here with a little project called, Baby #3!
Elise
Congratulations Elise!!!
Okay, I finally dug around in the basement and found the can. It is Cabot Express Deck Semi-Transparent Stain in Oak Brown. http://www.menards.com/main/exterior-stain/wood-stains/semi-transparent-stain/cabot-express-deck-oak-brown/p-1954750-c-7956.htm
We really like the color and the ease of application. It’s held up well on the vertical surfaces and the part of the porch that is sheltered. The steps badly need to be re-done though, so we aren’t raving about the durability. But it’s the steps and we salt them during the winter, so maybe it’s not too surprising.
Hope that helps!
It is a beautiful porch! Your new little one is previous. Thank you for letting me know the color!
No problem, Lisa. Thanks!