Remember bathroom #1? It looks like I have a long way to go, but really a lot of progress has been made. It took me FOREVER to pull down the wallpaper. I couldn't paint over it because it had raised along the edges, probably from years in a bathroom (shower/bath steam). The only other experience I have with wall paper was in my little 1920's cottage...three layers of wall paper in the kitchen. I managed to remove it all, down to the lathe and plaster. In this 1970's home, its a much different story. There was one layer of wall paper, and underneath there were strips of this off white paper...not the glue backing. I don't know if this was used to cover the sheetrock at that time or what. But there wasn't any behind the mirror, so I had to mud along the edges. Its really weird...
I basically only have painting and decorating to go...oh, and hanging a light fixture. But that's no big deal.
Ladies- don't be afraid to take on home projects. I know it can be really intimidating. Even single moms can be "do it yourself'ers"! My best advice: buy a couple of really good home improvement books, and never be afraid to ask questions. I have asked some crazy questions of the poor guys at Lowes/Home Depot. But they always help, and I always learn.
I can't wait to finish this room!!! Next its the girls' rooms, and they will be so much more fun!!!
Okay, I will get the give away together soon- I promise.
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