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Be a hard worker...


“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." ~Thomas Edison

  An opportunity is exactly what we were given. When Greg and I were looking for a house, we were never going to settle for something we didn't love, simply because it was turnkey. Where's the fun and originality in that? We wanted a house that needed work, so that we could completely make it our own. Some people hate the idea of having to redo things in their home because of the stress it causes, the fact that they "don't know what their style is", or because they fear that they'll never finish. My advice to anyone wanting to put their own "stamp" on a house, is don't be afraid to put some real effort into what you're given. Don't be intimidated by big projects either. Hard work really pays off. Also, don't be afraid to take risks with style. No one besides you should decide what you love to live with.



Can you hear the music? If not, view this on your laptop/desktop. You'll love my playlist. (or you have poor taste in music)

Ever taken a bath in a cast iron tub? If you have not, I strongly suggest that you do. It's heat-holding power is unmatched.

I found this gem on Craigslist from a sweet man in East Bridgewater. It was outside for I don't know how long, so it was covered with leaves, dirt, and rust. Luckily the inside was in great shape. If the inside of the tub needs help, you'll have a lot more work to do. That requires sandblasting. A job I'd leave to the pros.  




Looks like a ton of work, but with a little ELBOW GREASE,

a copper Saturn checking in from afar,

some power tools (Drill, sanding discs)and

a mask to keep your lungs tidy.

You'll also appreciate someone that's willing to prove you worked long past the time the street lights came on, and a hammer for the possibility of stubborn tub feet. Don't hammer too hard like I did, or you'll break the washers that hold the feet on, and you'll find yourself heading here to get replacements. It's a salvager's dream.

Some friends to help lug the tub to and fro are a must, and a bucket of water and sponge to clean your mess.

A can of primer, a can of enamel

and a can of spray paint will finish the job.

Not too shabby, eh? Sorry about the last two pictures as they were taken with my phone. I strongly suggest sanding the tub outside. Most of the claw foot tubs you'll find are covered in lead paint, so if you don't want lead poisoning, take it outside, and wear a mask. Also, I highly suggest painting the tub with a foam roller for an extremely smooth finish.