Since the floor is over open ground and not on a foundation, it is needful to insulate it to keep our feet warm in the cooler months. Mark ripped all the sub flooring out and yes, you could see right to the ground! He cut pieces of insulation board to fit between the floor joists. He was also able to run electric wiring. This place had no electricity aside from a camping wire and a couple bulbs strung over for light. We will have outlets and light switches.
We have lived off grid, and we know how to do that. Until it is necessary, we will have some power. There was not plumbing or electric here. We have heard stories of the lady who owned it before us. They would bathe in the creek and haul water for washing. We will not being using the creek for washing unless we absolutely have to. In that case, it is nice to have a back up plan if there ever came a time. We should be fine because we have springs. They will work without power.
Just take a look at this old barn. Wow, the potential for those old boards thrills my heart. The metal roofing will be re-purposed as a ceiling in our kitchen. That should be really neat. I will continue to post the progress.
I am so blessed and thankful for this new adventure. God has been so good to provide.
8 thoughts on “Gutting Out the Home”
Thank you for the updates on your rennovations!!!!! I LOVE it!!!!! We’re doing something similar on a much much smaller scale, living on family land and fixing it up since it’s been let go for one or more generations, perchance we live here long term some day. It is so rewarding. SO challenging, such a creative work. I told my husband the other day that as for me, I’d do it again, even though we’ve sure had struggles along the way. We’ve seen so much improvement in 5 years already. And it’s great living in the peaceful country- I’m doing what I always wanted- coming in with manure on my boots and dirt on my face, having done something on the farm.
Wow, that sounds like such an adventure. I am so glad to hear when others take the plunge and get back to the land! It seems so good for the soul. Even though it is more work and you may get your feet dirty, it is very worth it. It becomes a life full of experience. 🙂
Seriously love watching this come together! A lot of labor – but all done in love!
What a fun project. My husband and I have been on that adventure a few times. We are currently living in an old Victorian style house in the tiny town of Allensville, KY. Since you are working in a cabin it surely peeked my interest. Your land is just what my husband and I will be looking for later this year. I so enjoy all the encouraging reads. I don’t normally comment but I felt lead to. My husband and I own a very small lumber business here in Allensville in an old stone building behind our home. It is much less than retail pricing so if you are interested in cabin style furniture, we will be glad to help out. I didn’t want this to sound like a sales ad, but I guess an fyi. Keep up your strength in the Lord and continue to exhort and admonish! Love in Christ- Cathy
sorry, not furniture- though I do know some folks 😉 I meant wood!
What a fun, unique house. And what a blessing that you have a husband and family skilled and willing to make it into a home! Looking forward to seeing your progress. 🙂
Dear Erin,
How thrilled I am to see that you will continue with your blogging. I have enjoyed your posts for quite some time now and have loved sharing your videos with my husband and children along with your book.
Your new family adventure is like watching a dream unfold. The work is grueling, however I know that by the wonderful grace of God, it will be
so amazing. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents with others. I look forward to each and every post!!!
Wow, I am loving watching your construction and renewal of this new homestead. May I suggest a hand pump next to your sink in your new kitchen for a just in case moment 🙂 (I bet you already thought of it 🙂
Candy