NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Weigh in: Ceiling Fans

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I keep seeing people taking fans out of bedrooms on HGTV and blogs. I think that maybe fans aren’t very fashionable. I say “I think,” because I have no idea what’s actually in-style and I also really don’t care. I live in the Midwest, where a fan is pretty much a non-negotiable in the summer. It […]

Inspired: dining room

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I like to spend too much time day-dreaming about how our new house will look when it’s all done. Like 10 years from now, when the stress and pressure of building is far behind us and there are no more projects and we are just bored and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Hey. A girl can […]

Frankenstein fireplace design

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So, the fireplace continues to be top of mind! It is really the main focal point of our living room and the first thing you see when you walk in the door, so it matters. Last we “talked,” I was debating the surround – planking and stone and brick. I had so many great ideas […]

Weigh in: Door colors

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Another day, another serious world problem to solve. Today’s issue – interior door color. After looking at every style door, we finally agreed to go with a three-panel Shaker style door. (Fun side note: This was actually Ryan’s first choice and my second choice, so no one can EVER say I never compromise.) But now, I’m waffling […]

Wallboard for Christmas (part 2)

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On Monday, I shared all the details about getting ready for insulation. Phew. I left off sharing our Christmas miracle. In the form of a boom truck loaded with wall board. Who needs a sleigh, Santa? Lame. And just like that, they were off to the races. Luckily for us, my dad arrived home for the holidays […]

Plumbing, insulation and wallboard for Christmas (part 1)

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When it came to insulation for the new house, Ryan was convinced. We were going with spray foam insulation. Open cell insulation would help the home be super tight (no drafts or energy waste), meaning our home would be even more efficient. You know how Meghan Trainor is all about that bass? Well, after investing in great […]