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Workshop Progress Report - Roof
As the primary enemy of straw bales in their raw form is water, installation of the roof this week has at last allowed me to order the...
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Workshop Progress Report - Framing Complete!
There have been some barriers and distractions over the past couple of months, and I haven't matched the rate of progress I would like to...
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Workshop Progress Report - Rafters
Although I have yet to commence work on the verandah on the northern side of the workshop, the rafters and collar ties have been...
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Workshop Progress Report - Posts and Beams
Despite the loss of a few days due to other work commitments and inclement weather, I've finally erected all of the necessary posts and...
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Workshop Progress Report - Bottom Boxing
Before I install the remainder of the posts around the perimeter of the building, I've devoted a few days to the construction of a...
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Workshop Progress Report - Internal Walls
After spending so much time grovelling at ground level, constructing and erecting the internal walls has seemed a relatively quick and...
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Workshop Progress Report - Floor
Although the sub-floor insulation and flooring sheets are now in place, it's beyond the powers of my imagination at this early stage to...
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There's Nothing New Under the Sun!
Over the years, I've given a lot of thought to developing a signature look for my guitars and, for the most part, I'm satisfied with that...
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Workshop Progress Report - Floor Joists
The winter rains have not yet arrived, and although we're a little anxious given the alarmingly low levels in our rainwater tanks - our...
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Workshop Progress Report - Bearers
With the installation of bearers completed, I'm beginning to appreciate just how much work is involved between ground level and floor in...