Circle Reading: where clinical practicality meets build efficiency

OK, these particular floor boards are the new ones we just put down in Jack’s room, so they don’t actually squeak, but if they.

put your kids to work on your next DIY project, get great results AND even create some wonderful family memories too!Well, alright, the pictures of Baby Jack with a paint brush are a bit of a joke, but once kids are 3 or 4, they really can help you get more work done!.

Usually when we’re in the midst of a major renovation project plan A would be to ship the kids to Grammy’s or work while they’re at school.While that may be ideal most of the time, I’ve found big projects are filled with opportunities to create lasting family memories.They may not grow up to be obsessive crafters or decorators or woodworkers but the memories will surely last a lifetime and inspire them throughout their lives.. Now, as promised in this week’s inspiration Fridays title, here are seven (safe enough to share) renovation moments to enjoy with the kids.

Remember, be safe!!!Eye protection, respiratory protection for all and unplug the power tools.. 1.. Layout/lay tile.

– depending on their age, this can vary from dry fitting 12×12 tiles to more complicated combinations of tile and stone.

If your child takes to it quickly you can have them spread the thinset and lay the tile.I’m pretty smitten with it, even if it is a little crooked in places.

Remember how I said I was going for a more relaxed look?Let’s say the crookedness is on purpose too..

Overall a pretty successful little afternoon experiment, I’d say!Do you remember when we all started hanging plates on our walls?Not like 100 years ago, but I mean just a few years ago when it became a whole new trend.