My sweet daddy has been at it again, working on finishing up the porch so that I can get out there and caulk and paint it. It’s really looking good now and has definitely come a long way from where it started. Just a little more trim work, then I can get busy. He’s been so sweet to come over here and work on it, a piece at a time. All those trim pieces have to be cut one at a time. We’ve still had some horrendous rain, but the sun is shining again.
We are using plain pine boards on top for the sill and he measured and notched them out with his saw to slide on top of the railing. He’s worked on that all around the 3 sides of the porch.
Working on this side too.
It’s really starting to look great now and I can see the finished porch coming into view, can’t you?
The top is trimmed out with more beadboard and then lots of trim will go up to hide all the seams.
The ceiling slopes up on an angle toward the roof of the house.
Dad choosing the pine boards to cut and install. We didn’t use pressure treated wood inside, because for the most part, it should stay dry. I’ll have gutters installed on the edge of the roof too after we are finished.
Here, he is starting to add trim to each 2 x 4 that is currently in place. We are working with what we have, trying to make it all look better. After I prime and paint that trim, it will look terrific.
Every piece has to be measured and cut to fit.
You can see the finished 2×4’s and how he’s adding to the sides.
Then a front board will go on top to wrap them up completely. You can see to the left of the lower wall that he stopped at that one vertical board. That is where he will cut out the siding and enlarge my doorway. The old doorway wasn’t wide enough and I bought a pretty white vinyl screened door that looks really pretty to go in here. We are going to rebuild the stairs too, since they weren’t built very well and we’re going to swing them the other way (parallel to the porch on the far end there). That will happen during all of this renovation too.
One corner is wrapped and finished and more trimwork to do on top.
Slowly but surely, we are moving along. I so appreciate my daddy. I told him he’s the best dad in the world to do all of this for me. He agreed that not all dads would do what he has done, that is for sure. I’m one blessed girl to have him!
At the end of the day, he’s got most of this side done and the doorway will come later. Once trim is added over the seams and all of it’s painting out, it will be so pretty. All of that part will be white.
Dad taking a much needed break at the end of the day.
We are moving along and it should be ready to paint in a couple weeks. I can’t wait to get that part done too and get out there and enjoy it this summer!
Here’s the latest update when I came back from Jekyll Island. Dad has been moving along and all the trimming out is making a huge difference. He will still be working on adding the screened door and enlarging that opening to the left.
Can you see it all painted out white now? Once I get everything painted and caulked, we’ll go back and add the screening. That will be the last thing we’ll do.
We have been getting SO much rain this spring and I’m hoping that will slow down a little and we’ll have some dry weather so I can start painting out there. At this rate, it will be late June before I get it all finished, but I know it will happen eventually!
It’s looking soooo good, Rhoda! Your dad just amazes me (I love that he got a mention in your Atlanta magazine article!)… what a blessing! I’m so over this rain — with a graduation in the family looming, my yard is sadly neglected due to all the rain. Hate being under the gun, but it looks like that’s the way it will be — more rain this weekend! Ugh.
xo Heidi
It is looking fantastic! I am so envious! I live here in Tennessee and we have had sooo much rain too. Mississippi River is expected to flood…not like ’11 thank goodness! I am ready for some sunshine so I can plant some spring flowers!!!
I love the porch Rhoda! So great that the inside will have a finished look. Your dad is just the best! Tell him he has fans!!!
xo
Robin
Wow, Rhoda. It’s looking reeeally good! No surprise there. 🙂
(Now I’m going to check out your instructions on how to cook dried limas. I have a bag of those in the cupboard, but wasn’t sure what to do with ’em.)
Rhoda – I love keeping up with your renovations and using your ideas! And, like everyone else, love your daddy! My dad passed away 3 years ago, at age 87. Your father reminds me of him and makes me smile.
Your porch is finishing out to be an awesome space. Your sweet daddy reminds me of mine. You are so blessed to have both your mom and dad still with you. Enjoy every precious moment! Can’t wait to see how you decorate the porch………
Rhoda – it’s looking good! I love that picture of your Dad sitting down for a rest. I reckon he is practising for when it’s all finished and you can wait on him hand and foot whilst he admires all his handiwork!!
What a precious Daddy you have. It all looks wonderful.
Hope your making him some lemonade and treats for all his hard work. The porch is coming out wonderfully, it’s going to be a great space for the summer. Your father is the best!
Rhoda, your dad has his own fan club! He reminds me of my hard working daddy who went to be with the Lord in December. Cherish your time working along side him and the fruits of his labor will be the memories you will cherish in the years to come. I say take him along on your Haven trip and let him sign autographs!! He is adored by many.
Your porch is coming right along and it’s looking great. You have such a nice view too. Your Dad is really talented and I bet he really enjoys having a project and being needed.
What a great man that dad of yours! That space is going to be beautiful when it’s done….thanks for the inspiration! 🙂
Can’t wait to see how it turns out Rhoda. 🙂
Can I borrow your Dad?!? He is such a wonder! You are so lucky to have him!!
You are so lucky!Love reading your Blog!To have your Dad”s work through out your home is something you will always treasure!My Dad passed 10 years ago,and I look fondly at some of the things he had done for me,in our home!You are blessed to have him!I am a vendor At Tags in Hudson ,Wi. and love fixing up furniture,I am 61 years old,and this outlet for me,has really been a journey that I treasure!Well,I shall keep on following your Blog,just wanted to let you know ,how much I have enjoyed reading about your home and life!
I love that this gives your dad PURPOSE. It looks great! I have loved following along!
What a blessing to have a screened in porch like that. It will be such a great place to hang out later this Summer once you get it finished. I just love that your dad is becoming a regular staple here on the blog!
Wow — how I would love to have a screened porch. It brings back so many wonderful memories of Grandma. You are so lucky to have such a generous and talented Dad.
This is going to look amazing! I don’t know how y’all have been able to get anything done with all this rain!!
LOVE that daddy! and the porch is great too. Where is mama? We haven’t seen her in awhile, hope she is doing well.