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A professional pressure washing may lighten and brighten it up quite a bit.
Donate the red brick.
Choosing high-quality turf with heat-resistant technology and professional installation. Great solution, drains, pet friendly, and, if you have snow, easy to shovel if you go in the right direction...snow just pushes off. It easily be installed right over the cement...that what we did and after 6 years looks perfect.
(Not my yard)
Looks like AI illustrations for a lot of the photos, as they say upfront that they use AI. The sectional sofa laying siege to the coffee table was a good laugh.
Ohi have missed you all!!
Yes, I was just thinking of you, Kathy! Hope all is well!
Very nice to see the addition being built. It's good to get what you want!
Is the long opening on the connecting breezeway a door or a window?
Wow the addition looks like it’s always been there, so nice ~ enjoy!
Thank you! That’s the best compliment when it comes to building an addition.
Here’s a photo. Someone suggested a cream color. Pls advise.
@Stephanie Burrell , your two comments are posted on a ten year old thread. Please start a new discussion thread of your own.
Speed Queen TC5 has a traditional agitator and does a thorough job. The tub is not large, but the cycle is very fast (about 35 minutes plus fill time), so doing multiple loads per day is pretty quick. It is not big enough to wash comforters.
It is quite loud: as noisy as an upright vacuum (73 dB).
There were rust problems with some of the tubs in Speed Queen manufactured during the pandemic. I don't know if they have continued.
"Agitatorless washer doesn't clean things"
Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for loading the washer -- I have a GE HE top-load washer and loading is not obvious -- and do not overload or use too much detergent. Also according to CR's tests, there are many lousy detergents. For example, every sheet/strip detergent performed poorly. Try the highest rated detergent: Tide Ultra Stain Release Liquid* (Amazon, Walmart).
Top-load washers don't spin as fast as front-loaders. I select Extra Spin to wring out as much water from the clothes as possible.
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*I use Persil Free & Sensitive Liquid because I wanted a low-scent detergent. In CR's tests it didn't perform as well as Tide Ultra but I've found it cleans well.
I would get a FL regardless of my height and the pedestals would alleviate some of the stooping for a taller person. We've all managed with front load dryers forever, most of that time pre-pedestal. I haven't had a TL in about 30 years - since my workhorse, no frills Maytag finally died.
What country or geographical location are you in? Specific products vary by location.
Because of the ceiling beam and the jog in the wall, the window end of the room feels like its own space (a solarium?), so ideally, the bed wouldn't be half in one space and half in the other. Do you have any strong friends who could help move the wardrobes? Would they fit like this? (I'm guessing at all dimensions.)
The piano is shown on the right-side wall. And I see hinges on the left side of the door and a knob on the right, so that's how I've shown the door swing.
Am thinking perhaps you should consider having the bed on a platform that would allow for storage underneath.
A drum shade chandelier and matching sconces would be a good update. The cabinetry and artwork in your kitchen are beautiful.
What shape would fit the space and update it?
Since it's so long, I would look for a rectangular fixture.
Encouraging to see the new cane emerging.
The google photo history shows very clearly that the water line to the roses was broken or disconnected. The grass was green while the roses were dry as a bone in the May 2026 but before that, both were healthy green. I hope the city will fix the water line.
@apple_pie_order it's not a water line, it's a soaker hose - which of course is very fragile and was damaged. I've been pulling piece of it out of the berm all summer long.
The grass stays green because there are in-ground sprinklers, but they only reach some of the roses and don't stay on long enough to be of much benefit.
Do you know why the large mirror was added? It looks like there's a raised corner part of the floor to the left of the mirror where a fireplace was removed. If so, removing the mirror may uncover areas that will have to be neatly fixed before putting the house up for sale.
The smaller mirror is fine.
Thanks for info- I didn't realize the arch was an opening with a step; I thought it was a reflection in the mirror. I would remove the large mirror.
I like the idea of adding wood trim around the one in the hallway. Makes it seem more purposeful.
I would remove them both.
Given the extent and expense of the remodel, I agree with replacing the tub. Preserving one of someone else's 1985 choices would drive all your 2026 design decisions.
Sorry Emily’s pic…
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Bought an imperfect Victorian house in 90's (was turned into 2 family many years prior). Rental unit had dusty rose bathroom fixtures in excellent shape. Replaced floor, walls with beadboard & tub surround all in cream & beige. Replaced toilet and free standing sink (room is VERY small ) with white but kept cast iron pink tub.
Moved into unit myself 8/9 yrs ago; used a white shower curtain that covered the (still in great shape) dusty rose tub. Didn't bother me a bit. Am now about to finally remove tub and replace with a walk in shower for ease & safety.
(Had newer fiberglass tub in FL; no comparison to porcelain). It all comes down to budget and preferences. If this is the last reno you will be doing & can afford it, change all unless you can't rationalize the expense.
PS: I did have the old white porcelain tub in the other unit (I was living in) reglazed due to wear. Toilet & sink replaced. Reglazing tub hideously smelly experience & shine eventually wears off over years despite using Soft Scrub.
Good luck!
Instead of trying to match the wood flooring I will advise to match the predominant metal finish in your room.
Post was 12 years ago.
You are right about the fine weave. Have you considered removing an inch or two of the hem's stitching to nab the bugs? Follow by basting the hem shut, laundering on the delicate cycle, and then resewing the 1-2 inches of hem with matching thread. Or, if you know the curtains' true color when they are very clean, you could sew them up before washing.
@Jan Moyer that was a big if, if I have time These sheers are custom for a bow window. I will make an attempt. Inspections are Tuesday
Try taking the curtains outside and gently shaking them to loosen the bugs. You can also use a vacuum with a soft brush attachment or low suction along the hem to remove any remaining insects.
If some are still stuck, use a soft brush to dislodge them before washing the curtains according to the care label.
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For the raw wood look, Bona Natural Seal first coat. Screen sand the raised grain. vlean the floor. Second coat is sometimes recommended. Traffic HD Raw a couple coats. Matte is the finish on most new engineered wood flooring installations.
Matte will show less scratches. It is a low sheen, but still has a sheen. If, you want no sheen go with raw. I prefer Matte for neutral/white wood look floors.
The OP wrote "Favorite colors: olive/dark green and rusty/dried leaves orange colors."
Have you considered buying your bedding first, then picking a paint color from the bedding colors?
Edited to add: Here's an example of a lively orange autumn print that gives you several color options for paint:
https://www.overstock.com/Bedding-Bath/Picadilly-Queen-Quilt-4-pc-Set/18684346
You might try taking pictures of the room (each wall on its own picture). Then you can use ChatGPT to give a rendering with a wall color. I have used BM colors/numbers in the prompts.
You will probably find that screen colors do not match chip colors, but at least you can get a general idea.
Suggest watching out for "visual noise".
I have picked up a couple of things in our house.
We have evergreen trees outside the kitchen. When sunlight bounces off the trees and into the house, the light picks up a greenish tint. This might apply in your case.
Another thing is the window glass. Ours has a bit of gray-green-blue in it. I discovered this when I happened to look outside through a half-open slider.
Since the outside light appears to be multicolored, white may be your best bet.
You’re in fabulous New Orleans, 129; everything looks good there. :)
Plus, lots of color in New Orleans... In fact, I think legislation is pending to ban white paint there.