Reply With QuoteThey also say 'yinz' over there as an improper pluralization of the pronoun you... like instead of yall or youse, they say yinz.
Bunch of weirdos if you ask me.
Pittsburgh is way out there. The distance from Philly to Pittsburgh is over 300 miles; for comparison, the distance from DC to NYC is ~220 miles.Originally Posted by Hauldren Collider
Pittsburgh doesn't have much in common with the Eastern seaboard.
"Flutie was better than Kelly, Elway, Esiason and Cunningham." - Ben Kenobi
"I have nothing against Wilson, but he's nowhere near the same calibre of QB as Flutie. Flutie threw for 5k+ yards in the CFL." -Ben Kenobi
They also say 'yinz' over there as an improper pluralization of the pronoun you... like instead of yall or youse, they say yinz.
Bunch of weirdos if you ask me.
"Flutie was better than Kelly, Elway, Esiason and Cunningham." - Ben Kenobi
"I have nothing against Wilson, but he's nowhere near the same calibre of QB as Flutie. Flutie threw for 5k+ yards in the CFL." -Ben Kenobi
I just noticed the lights in the kitchen... is recessed lighting an option? I'm surprised that wasn't the default in a house like this.
And is crown molding an option?
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You referring to the pendant lights? Those are actually an option. We're getting those 3 lights installed electrically (with a switch), but not necessarily with pendants or those particular pendants. There are recessed lights already in there, the 3 hanging down are more accent lights than anything else. I'm not decided on if I like them.
Yes. Haven't decided on this either. Do you not like them?And is crown molding an option?
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
Keep in mind that my SO and I are both analytical gays, not artistic gays. I'm relying on the taste of many of the designer artistic gays we'll have when choosing the finishing options.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
Just realized you probably didn't mean the pendant lights, but the other non-recessed lights much closer to the ceiling. Yes, the home we toured actually had recessed lighting in place of those weird 2-light pair things. We'll probably go recessed as well.
There's a ridiculous number of choices for just about every fixture/finish in the home. We've not even started that process yet. Right now the focus is on the basics -- where are light fixtures to be installed, which switches control them, etc.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
Yes, I meant the other lights, not the pendants. I like those, but gotta have the recessed lighting.
I like crown molding in the first floor formal rooms. It adds some definition and interest to the ceilings, and I actually think it makes the rooms feel taller.
With tray ceilings, it's even better:
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"tout comprendre, c'est tout pardonner"
(for clarification, I'm laughing at the search terms. Poly)
"tout comprendre, c'est tout pardonner"
But that is absolutely hideous inside!!!
Jon Miller: MikeH speaks the truth
Jon Miller: MikeH is a shockingly revolting dolt and a masturbatory urine-reeking sideshow freak whose word is as valuable as an aging cow paddy.
We've got both kinds
Aside from the "flexing room" you havent mentioned anything I would've expected. Where's the six person glass shower in the middle of the room?
One thought that might help for future (potential) problems is to take as many photos as you can during the building process.
I keep thinking of small stuff that is wrong in our house. Check the position and configuration of light switches. It's not the end of the world, but we have light switches that are "illogically placed" i.e. I think they are on the wrong side of the door and stuff like that.
We need seperate human-only games for MP/PBEM that dont include the over-simplifications required to have a good AI
If any man be thirsty, let him come unto me and drink. Vampire 7:37
Just one old soldiers opinion. E Tenebris Lux. Pax quaeritur bello.
I'm differentiating from my identical twin brother, I guess. He's going to RIT.
I'm going to miss him a lot, actually...
If there is no sound in space, how come you can hear the lasers?
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I, of course, will not be choosing the same impractical furniture and decor.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
That's going in the hidden sex dungeon we're building in a sub-basement.
Yes, this annoyed the hell out of me in Ontario. Every home/condo I was in had the light switches outside of the rooms they belonged to. When I had people crashing in the main living area of my condo, I had to open my bedroom door and reach around to turn on/off the lights. ****ing bizarre.One thought that might help for future (potential) problems is to take as many photos as you can during the building process.
I keep thinking of small stuff that is wrong in our house. Check the position and configuration of light switches. It's not the end of the world, but we have light switches that are "illogically placed" i.e. I think they are on the wrong side of the door and stuff like that.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
I'll have to see how much that'd be, at least on the main floor. I've a feeling I'm going to be "surprised" by a lot of the cost a lot of the finishing touches will cost.Yes, I meant the other lights, not the pendants. I like those, but gotta have the recessed lighting.
I like crown molding in the first floor formal rooms. It adds some definition and interest to the ceilings, and I actually think it makes the rooms feel taller.
With tray ceilings, it's even better:
Even baseboards -- most builders don't include them standard, and charge you an obscene amount to install them.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
What kind of internet connection will it have? That is really the important thing, right?
If there is no sound in space, how come you can hear the lasers?
:(){ :|:& };:
The neighbourhood is outfitted with fibre-to-the-home. The speed, from Shaw, is currently 1Gbps (it's in a trial phase).
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
My big question is "No telly?!"
Speaking of Erith:
"It's not twinned with anywhere, but it does have a suicide pact with Dagenham" - Linda Smith
Indeed. Absurd!My big question is "No telly?!"
Thinking of wallmounting a TV in the great room (the room off the kitchen), above the fireplace. Not the best location for dedicated TV watching, but the emphasis of that room is more social than anything else.
Planning on putting a 65-70" TV in the upstairs bonus room.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
are you ever planning on using the fireplace. If so, I don't know if I'd want an expensive TV there.
The OT at APOLYTON is like watching the Special Olympics. Certain people try so hard to debate despite their handicaps.
Baron O RIP.
It wouldn't be a high end TV up there above the fireplace. Most likely my old TV (42") I'm upgrading to the 65-70. Probably not going to be using both simultaneously a whole lot.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
Even if not simultaneously, there is usually enough heat leakage from the fireplace that it could be a problem. But it would depend on the front type, distance, and the size of the mantle.
The OT at APOLYTON is like watching the Special Olympics. Certain people try so hard to debate despite their handicaps.
Baron O RIP.
Is it worth upgrading the shingles? By default it comes with "35 year"asphalt shingles. Calgary gets a lot of snow & hail and not a lot of heat, if it matters...
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
It depends on what you're upgrading to and the cost. But in general, 35 year asphalt shingles should be sufficient. If the upgrade is to ceramic shingles, they're more likely to be damaged in storms, and maintenance is more expensive. Especially after they've faded a touch. Yes, they look nicer but generally not worth the cost. If the upgrade is to another asphalt type shingles, it's usually not worth it either, unless the cost is quite negligible.
The OT at APOLYTON is like watching the Special Olympics. Certain people try so hard to debate despite their handicaps.
Baron O RIP.
I agree with Rah. My first thought was no, spend the money on increasing the R value. I did a quick bing-chek though and found that somewhere between 30 to 40 years the shingles change from the older 3 flap style to another style that is more wind resistant. I still wouldnt do it though.
We need seperate human-only games for MP/PBEM that dont include the over-simplifications required to have a good AI
If any man be thirsty, let him come unto me and drink. Vampire 7:37
Just one old soldiers opinion. E Tenebris Lux. Pax quaeritur bello.
Cool. What about plumbing pipes? By default it's some kind of plastic (PVC esque). Copper is apparently a very expensive "upgrade" that almost no one picks because the "plastic" is supposedly stronger (according to the builder).
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
It depends if you're talking about feeder lines or drainage lines. For drainage lines (all non pressure lines) PVC is preferred since they're cheaper and easier to maintain. If they're pressure feeder lines, copper.
The OT at APOLYTON is like watching the Special Olympics. Certain people try so hard to debate despite their handicaps.
Baron O RIP.
what size backyard ?
watch out for neighbors and their motherf%^&*ing barking dogs
anti steam and proud of it
CDO ....its OCD in alpha order like it should be
I'm not sure on the dimensions yet. I'm supposed to get the plotting tomorrow.
We back onto "greenspace" (a ~20 foot wide corridor with grass, trees, and a paved path in the middle), and then a house on the other side of that. But we're on a hill -- I'm on the top, they're quite a bit below...
The sizing of the backyard won't be huge, the lots are just quite small now with the new zoning density restrictions. I don't need a large backyard...if it can fit a deck and a BBQ, I'm pretty much happy. May put in a fire pit with seating later.
Anything to take up space so there's less grass to cut.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
There's also a ton of greenspace nearby. Some of it is maintained (public park, playgrounds, etc), but most of it is large swaths of environmental reserves (ravines, fields, etc). There's a network of paved pathways like the one behind my house to connect to all of them.
"The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "
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