Groundhog Day

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Disclaimer: This post is not about woodworking or groundhogs.

February 2nd is Sandy’s dad’s birthday. Step, actually. Groundhog Day always brings a smile to our faces, doesn’t matter if there are 6 more weeks of winter or not. Leonard was a wonderful soul, and we are all so lucky to have had him in our family.

Leonard Holbrook Brown was born in 1918 to Martin & Clara Brown. He was the baby of the family, 3 boys and 2 girls. Growing up in what is now The White House Inn. They called it Beaver Brook and it is extravagant!

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Thankful

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For Favorite Places

The White House Inn will always be the Wilmington White House to the Martin & Clara Brown extended family. Recently purchased and from our 1st visit under the new ownership, looks to be doing very well! Brownie’s copy of the book written by Ina still missing, The Browns of the Green Mountains. But we still have my mom’s copy which we bring to every visit. Outdoor inground pool aka frog pond has been removed. Most of the fireplaces have been converted to gas, but not all, thankfully. Something about a wood burning fireplace, just can’t beat it for atmosphere.

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Is Your Deck Ready for an Upgrade?

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If it is, we just had an amazing experience and would like to share it with you.

Finding a Contractor

  • Clients found us online and sent a request for more information via our website. This worked just like it should! We made an appointment for a jobsite visit to Sharon, VT.

Project Scope

  • Complete renovation of existing deck & railing. The only thing staying the same was the size. Once the estimate was approved, materials were ordered, and start date was chosen.
  • Below you see the current deck situation and the inspiration for the new.

Let’s Get Started

  • Demo
    • Before the demo we accounted for the additional reinforcement needed for this deck. Though it been standing for quite a while, no chances were taken during the upgrade.
    • Lots of blocking.
  • Ready for the Decking
    • Trex Enhance Rocky Harbour was chosen, installed in a herringbone pattern with picture frames.
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