Thursday, February 23, 2012

Recycle, Reuse, Rebrick?

So this is David's baby.  He came up with the idea for a stoned wall in our main living area.


I pictured it looking like this for quite awhile.
Wondering where or when we would find the extra money for stone.
There are so many other things that need attention why waste it on decorative wall coverings.


Step in this old foundation of some kind on the side of the house.
Which is made of the limestone David wanted for his wall.


Earlier this week he decided to head out there and try to bust off or maybe cut a few rocks and see how they looked.  He was thrilled when it worked.


Salvaging these rocks off the property is pretty fantastic.
He brought in a bunch to clean off and let dry.



Yesterday they started, and by the time I got home from work, they were well on their way.



He added a cedar log mantel, and we will also add one of those not so real fireplaces for a little cozy feel.




These are my boys.


I don't tell them often enough, but they are pretty swell at what they do.
I told them I like it so much, I think they should do the little bit of chimney on the top of the house, so it will match.  Every now and again, I hope to get my way.



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