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Older sister still trying to sell younger brother
Attention ladies: When he's not taking out the trash or working on his Ph.D, Uncle B. likes watching the 1995 Pride and Prejudice miniseries. He doesn't play WoW that much. Really. He can quit any time he wants.
Date: 09/01/2007
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The man cave takes shape
The Gimlet has a place to play his guitars! Note the empty hook, and thanks for noticing the stud finder.
Date: 09/01/2007
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Laying down tacking strips
After waiting two months for an appointment, The Gimlet decides to carpet the basement staircase himself.
Date: 10/31/2007
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The carpet pad
Measuring and cutting the carpet pad was the most time-consuming part of the process.
Date: 10/31/2007
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Ready to install the carpet
The Gimlet decided to buy a carpet kicker to properly finish the job.
Date: 10/31/2007
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Working his way up the stairs
After a break for dinner and to purchase the carpet kicker, installation proceeded quickly.
Date: 10/31/2007
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Thing One helps out at the top
Thing One came home from trick-or-treating in time to help with the final carpet cut.
Date: 10/31/2007
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Last adjustments
Making sure the carpet is firmly in place against the tacking strips
Date: 10/31/2007
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All done!
The project took about 5 hours, including the dinner break.
Date: 10/31/2007
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