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Original Hard Wood DoorNatural wood stain is more applicable to teak doors or show doors that are of woods of the same general consistent coloration. I now like oil based paint for mixed hardwood such as this, looks nice and is a better protectant. dozer
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WindowsThe original wood windows didn't hold up too well. Was going to scrap them for aluminum when the wood guy said he could restore them no problem. dozer
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Wood DoorsSeveral of the wood doors had swollen and needed to be shaved, some were re-hung and then a oil based paint (Glipton TOA) was used. Since they are not teak they look much better with a solid coat and it also help protects them. dozer
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Finished SillShowing the finished painted sill. dozer
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Window MaintenancePainting the sill. The windows were also re chalked, shaved, sanded and in general made like new. dozer
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Ceiling ReplacementThe existing ceiling was removed and a new straight line established for the new ceiling. dozer
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Ceiling LineThe red line shows the new straight line for the ceiling. dozer
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Ceiling StructureNew ceiling structure put in place. The original ceiling was done wrong with wire supports as opposed to the aluminum strips and had other problems. dozer
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Prefab OpeningThis is a prefabricated opening from Chang. Even through it is made of sheetrock it is more durable and holds up better than the home made variety. dozer
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Installing DrywallThe drywall we used was the premium moisture resistant Chang brand. Here it is being screwed into the support structure. dozer
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Ceiling Service EntryThe installer finishes around the service entry area. dozer
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Garbage CollectionEven the really good workers will tend to just toss the garbage over the wall if you don't watch them. dozer
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