"In his domestic administration my father had this system . . . to keep a journal and insert in it all occurrences of any note . . . A record very pleasant to look at when time begins to efface the memory of events, and very well suited to get us out of perplexity: When was such and such a thing begun? When completed? What retinues came? How long did they stay? Our trips, our absences; marriages; deaths; the receipt of happy or unhappy news . . . An ancient custom, which I think it would be good to revive, each man in each man's home. And I think I am a fool to have neglected it." (Montaigne, Book I, Essay 35 (publ. 1580))

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Painting


Here are a few views from painting days (Saturday-Sunday). We think the color turned out great.

"Finegrain" is hard for me to describe, it's kind of gray and kind of taupe. It's probably a bit lighter than any of the other colors we are considering, but I think that bodes well for the long haul. We did a "200% " mix for the baseboards, trim and interior doors - looks good. White ceilings (But of course it isn't really "white," it is "Cool December.")

Top photo shows a portion of the incredible amount of taping, drop-clothing and similar that was required before the spraying and rollering began. Middle photo shows inspectors in action. Bottom photo shows a comparison of the new and old paint colors.
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