Progress continues...

Quick weekend, since we didn't make it up to the island until late Saturday morning. Scott, Brad and Chris came up for the day and spent Saturday night. Big thanks to Scott for finishing the leveling of the septic field and helping with some drywall mudding. Chris helped out with some insulation and I finished drywalling the inside of the 2 remaining skylight bays.

The best news (other than never having to touch any more "ichy-ass" insulation) is that the HVAC efficiency will be greatly improved now that the vaulted ceiling is wrapped-up tight with 12 inches of R-30 insulation. The A/C now blows nice and cold and can cool down the cottage very quickly.

Here are a few photos of the finished product. Unfortunately, these photos don't really "do justice" to the amount of work and hassle involved.

Facing front - vaulted ceiling insulation and skylight bays drywalled

 

 Facing back - vaulted ceiling insulation and skylight bays drywalled

Next step is to tape more corners and continue mudding. Yes, this will continue for the next few months. I am loosely planning on hanging the tongue-n-groove pine siding on the vaulted ceiling sometime maybe in October. Just found out today that this wood is on sale for 50% off for the next 10 days.

Looking forward to a long Labor Day Weekend with the family. This is the 200 anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie and the island will be packed with festivities. More to come!