Construction Update Includes Flooring System and Framing

            The construction of the support beams, floor joists and sub-floor are vital to the stability of the rest of the house. The support beams were put in place first, then the floor joists and, finally, the sub-floor. As the sub-flooring was being put in place, the high end waterproof product used is laid with 1/8^th inch between each piece of flooring. This allows for the product to expand with the Arkansas humidity and not buckle. The manufacturer recommends the floor be placed with the 1/8^th inch space. Following this advice will allow us to have worry-free floors.

All three elements of the flooring system were constructed and put in place with high quality products and installed properly. Thus, we have a strong and stable floor system which will carry the weight of interior walls, roof, furniture, appliances, finished flooring and people.

 This is certainly a part of the construction process not to be taken for granted. It was interesting to watch this part of the construction take place. It might not be the most attractive part, but it’s such an important piece of the puzzle.

Once the flooring in the house was finished, the construction crew began to put the framing in place. It really is beginning to look like a house. Each phase of construction, so far, has been exciting, but the start of the framing allows us to stand in each room and envision how it will look, where the walls and windows will be and how the whole layout will work.

            We’re beginning to make several trips to the lot each week to see the progress and there’s always something new to see. The framing on the house and the detached garage are in process. We’ve had several warm, sunny days where the construction crew has made good progress. I’ll keep you posted on what’s new in our construction as it happens.