Appliances were delivered on Saturday as planned. All was go for start on Monday for the furniture/cabinet delivery and installation. Everything arrived on time and the work commenced. I was amazed at how quickly everyone was working and the quality of the work. However, late in the day as the counters were being installed a major OOPS was discovered.
One piece of counter had been cut wrong. At first I thought it was no problem. I could live for a week or so without a small piece of counter top. But on further inspection we realised this section butt up to the next section in a unique way as the next section held the cooktop. So........2 pieces needed to be remanufactured. And what did that mean? I could not move back in as I would have no way to cook. And by the end of the day there were other small items that still needed to be handled. Tuesday was another day of work - installing trim and making some adjustments. But in the end the project is now delayed for completion until this coming Wednesday. I would spend the rest of the week cleaning out the newly installed cabinets, installing shelf and drawer liner and figuring out where in the world I would put everything - a wonderful problem to have. I also took time to clean the refrigerator, vented hood and the oven.
The lights were installed on Tuesday as well. Now the challenge is finding the right light bulbs to use as the color of the lights changes dramatically depending on the brightness of the bulb.
Some photos of the installation. You will have to wait one more week for the final, final photos. Plans are to move back in on Wednesday as the final pieces to the puzzle will be complete.
The truck arrives on time - a great start!
Unpacking of each piece was done by
Antonio and I while the installers began
their installation
Lots of boxes
The two installers were a great team
and at times Antonio assisted
Installing the vented hood
This area will house the oven and
the refrigerator
I love the LED light under the counter
That was a surprise and a gift
as I didn't order it
Ready for the counters to be installed
First counter installed and then it's lunch time
Panini and beer? Yes they drink beer for lunch
with no problem
Enjoying the sunshine and a little break
after our lunch
And we discover the counter is too
short - first big oops of the day.
The counter for the bar
being put in place
Ensuring the counter is seated in
the wall properly
Precision and lots of help
It has to be set quickly and accurately
as the cement underneath sets quickly
The counter is "inserted" into the wall
for stability. This allows us to
not have braces or support underneath
I will love doing dishes in this sink
And a nice big faucet to clean
all those dishes - I didn't buy a dishwasher
Here we go - the lights are being hung
It takes two!
All even and ready to be turned on
Oh my - not liking the brilliant colours
Found a smaller bulb that shows off the color
of the light much better but now I have to find
more of them.
And now the wait continues. Just a few more days and the final adjustments will be made, the counters installed and the stove top put in place. Stay tuned...... but I am so pleased!
Buona settimana!!
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