Fixe Tou came to install our Ikea kitchen. First they layed masonite panels on the floor to prevent them from getting scratched, then they brought in the boxes that contained our kitchen. It took them 20 minutes just to unload and set up the various power tools they would need. The job was done in … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2008
Mirror
We found this really nice mirror for the bathroom at Home Depot. Continue reading
Basement Kitchen Plans
Two days ago, a woman from Fixe Tou, the installers for Ikea kitchens, came to take measurements of our kitchens space. Today, we went to Ikea to order the kitchen. We waited almost one hour before meeting with a kitchen planner but we were pleased with the knowledgeable and professional service we received. Fixe Tou … Continue reading
Flooring finished
Laying the final rows of the laminate floor was more difficult. We had to cut for 3 doorways plus irregular walls. We are extremely happy with the final result and now it’s on to the moldings! Continue reading
Via Route, Via Ikea, Via Reno-Depot
We rented a van from Via Route to transport moldings and styrofoam insulation panels from Reno-Depot and a closet form Ikea. It was much cheaper to rent than pay two delivery charges. We also laid down a few rows of flooring with assistance again from our friend Bobbie. Continue reading
Floor membrane II
With the help of our friend Bobbie, we laid down the second half of the membrane before putting down the floor in the kitchen area. Continue reading