Almost done with the bathroom. . .

So far Sandy and I have managed to get a lot done with the bathroom.

What we have done:

• Removed the old tub surround
• Removed the mirror
• Primed and painted with a beautiful blue color
• Installed a new fan.
• Installed a new mirror.
• Partially installed new tub surround  (ARRGH!)
• Framed some beautiful black and white photos of the kids

What we have yet to do:

• Finish installing tub surround
• Install new ceiling tiles
• Install rubber floor trim
• Install a new light above the tub

Things I have learned:

• Installing new drywall can be easy if it is rigid concrete-y stuff for tubs and wet areas. It can be cut with a box cutter and sanded to fit with a shaving tool.
• Double-check the smoothness of walls and take your time applying skim-coats of mud and sanding them down.
• Work goes faster if your workspace is clean.
• When installing a tub surround, have plenty (2-3 cans per piece) of tub surround caulk ready.
• Carefully tape your tub off so that the caulk that drips off the tub walls does not land on your tub.

The color of the bathroom:

Benjamin Moore Carribean Coast