That didn't work out. Because this is what I found under the first piece I removed with the help of my stronger half. Not good at all.
Not knowing what the rest of the sub-flooring looked like, I decided to quit. But unfortunately, it wasn't before I was left with this hole.
So I went to my stash of odds and ends and found these pieces and a piece of tile to bridge the gap so no one would fall in it.
The Building Inspector showed up as always to make sure that we were adhering to the building codes.
Then the trainee showed up to check it out.
I'm not sure if the Building Inspector is disgusted with my work or her trainee or both.
So I gave up on the floor and moved on to packing up the kitchen. I did not get far when the Building Inspector appropriated a box.
Home improvement is so much fun.
The funniest comment I received on this post goes as follows.
ReplyDeleteLise: That it just like Cleveland Heights. They have to inspect everything you do.
Then she saw the picture and said, "Oh."
Email from Wendy August 26, 2010 11:45:46 AM EDT
ReplyDeleteI'm very glad to see this is a family project! When I was staying at Daniel's house in Denver last month I discovered he doesn't have a subfloor. He has a bedroom and bath in the basement for guests. While getting ready for bed I noticed water leaking down and called up. Turned out he had spilled a glass of water and it just goes through the slates. Amazing! Cleveland Hts would not approve!
Sounds like you had a great time with the family visit, and the photos of Mentor headlands brought back many fond memories....thanks.