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  1. Beth Gallagher

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    Wow, I'll bet the kids love that, Von! Their very own hideout! And what a deal for $40.
     
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    They are going to love it. The two youngest are pretty haphazard though it may only last this year but hey a good $40 bucks well spent for them to spend time outside in it.
     
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    Will they "camp out" overnight in it? Or are they too small? I would have swooned over that when I was a kid.
     
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    I was going to say the same thing. Would have loved that as a kid. Great idea Von.
     
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    Ha ha ha.

    If the 8 year old could have her way, yes. She is the adventurous one, 15 year old, don't think so, and the youngest, he is autistic, definitely not.

    It would definitely be memorable for them all, if Dad decided to do it.
     
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    After a couple of collapses the family finally ventured into the cabin tent but didn't camp out. They loved it.
     
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    Gearing up for my next in-house DIY project.

    Before our new roof ceiling damage in the breakfast nook aka my office space. I've watched Youtube videos on how-to and products I needed, mainly plaster. Surprisingly, I found one video that I could actually relate to - same scenario but in a different location of the home. I could see myself fumbling around applying the plaster just as awkwardly as he did.

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    I found this mask at the flea market for $5 bucks. I figured since I don't know too much about the plaster in place with regard to asbestos I better wear one. Now on to the final photo...

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    How in world do I wear my glasses with this thing?:confused::D

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    Wow, you're brave to take on a ceiling repair, Von. Is that actual plaster or is it sheet rock? Sheet rock is very heavy.
     
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    You got a good deal for $40.
     
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    It's plaster from what I was told by someone who installed a couple light fixtures. I never even thought of it being sheet rock. It's not heavy from the pieces that I've removed already. In any case I purchased plaster already and that's what's going up.:D
     
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    I love the color. Good job. It completely updated the look.
     
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    Thank you.
     
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    @Von Jones Now that is a mask!! I recommend using TOP polymer-modified ready mix plaster. It gets hard but stays strong like concrete. Easy to apply. I used it where moisture had crumbled sheetrock above my sink. That was 20 years ago and it is still solid. If the wall is crumbly where the plaster has popped off, then scrap the crumble off, make sure it is dry, and enjoy plastering. Paint with moisture-resistant paint.
     
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    Hey there, Lady. I thought it had to be wet thanks for the advice.
     
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    @Von Jones The premix plaster is wet, but the wall should be dry. I like putting a lot of pressure on the trowel so as to force the mud in tight. The sheetrock can be weakened by wetting it and if it is damp from water damage, it must be very dry. The idea is the moisture from the plaster draws plaster in the sheetrock as it dries. I seriously recommend the plaster with a polymer in any area that has dampness, especially a bathroom. I also might recommend using Bullseye primer before painting if in a damp room. It seals and stops moisture. Most times plaster pealing is from moisture damage.

    PS Love your haircut!!! Going tomorrow to an underground, undisclosed location, salon disguised as a cleaning lady to get mine cut way short as all salons here are shut down and will be for months as our governor has gone more nuts than normal. This operation requires wearing work clothes, a mask, sunglasses, and a headscarf when entering and leaving in case snitches are videoing.
     
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