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Hi Mark & Gary, what a Laundromat its going to be, Oh to have the space, love it!!!...What did the workmen think putting in all those vents & pipes etc, did you tell em what the end result is to be?? Looking forward to the end result and I`m sure you are as well..
Enjoy, Mike
Hi Mark & Gary, what a Laundromat its going to be, Oh to have the space, love it!!!...What did the workmen think putting in all those vents & pipes etc, did you tell em what the end result is to be?? Looking forward to the end result and I`m sure you are as well..
Enjoy, Mike
I LOVE THAT RAMP!
Its a teatament to good Egyptian engineering thats what it is!
Wow I think Robert is right the machines will jump out against the black walls. I think the problem will be to develop enough dirty laundry to keep them all going!! Thats the problem I have 2 weeks of wash is over in 25 minutes OY!
I bet it has that new linoleum smell and slickness too.
Can't wait to see it in action Mark!!
Cheers
Jon & AL
Its a teatament to good Egyptian engineering thats what it is!
Wow I think Robert is right the machines will jump out against the black walls. I think the problem will be to develop enough dirty laundry to keep them all going!! Thats the problem I have 2 weeks of wash is over in 25 minutes OY!
I bet it has that new linoleum smell and slickness too.
Can't wait to see it in action Mark!!
Cheers
Jon & AL
jasonl
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Convention 2009?
I'll bet... no I won't say anything... But one can only hope!
I'll bet... no I won't say anything... But one can only hope!
easyspindry
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Hey Mark and Gary.
Great pictures. Someone asked why are the walls black. What a great idea for display. I know you're getting excited.
Hope to see you soon.
Jerry Gay
Hey Mark and Gary.
Great pictures. Someone asked why are the walls black. What a great idea for display. I know you're getting excited.
Hope to see you soon.
Jerry Gay
lightedcontrols
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Hi All!
We can always have ''impromptu'' Wash-in's whenever I have a visitor! We don't have to wait for a special time, even though I would like to get a large wash-in on the schedule as soon as it is finished and all the machines are up and running well. All club members are always welcome. (including the boys that I argue with all the time. We good Christian women forgive, let go, and don't hold grudges or any of that nonsense) Arthur, I tried to get NOS tile but couldn't locate enough of the black color run that was the same shade of black. (would you believe, there are umpteen dozens of black shades available?) The pink tile is called bubblegum and then the turquoise was an easy find. There are still two more coats of paint for the walls and pipes plus four more coats of wax sealer for the floor. I have 9,500 watts of fluorescent lighting in that room since black walls eat light. With a two inch water line coming in for the hot and cold water supply, I don't think there will be a water pressure problem when all the machines are running. I have installed an 80 gallon water heater with quick recovery and have had it rewired so that BOTH elements come on at the same time instead of just the bottom element and the top for fast recovery. How water shouldn't be a problem. You can't see it but there are outlets on the ceiling to plug in all those wonderful sign/clocks that will hang over the collection. I'm also thinking of running a continuous shelf over the machines for the lighted Christmas displays but am not sure if I want to mix the two collections just yet.
We can always have ''impromptu'' Wash-in's whenever I have a visitor! We don't have to wait for a special time, even though I would like to get a large wash-in on the schedule as soon as it is finished and all the machines are up and running well. All club members are always welcome. (including the boys that I argue with all the time. We good Christian women forgive, let go, and don't hold grudges or any of that nonsense) Arthur, I tried to get NOS tile but couldn't locate enough of the black color run that was the same shade of black. (would you believe, there are umpteen dozens of black shades available?) The pink tile is called bubblegum and then the turquoise was an easy find. There are still two more coats of paint for the walls and pipes plus four more coats of wax sealer for the floor. I have 9,500 watts of fluorescent lighting in that room since black walls eat light. With a two inch water line coming in for the hot and cold water supply, I don't think there will be a water pressure problem when all the machines are running. I have installed an 80 gallon water heater with quick recovery and have had it rewired so that BOTH elements come on at the same time instead of just the bottom element and the top for fast recovery. How water shouldn't be a problem. You can't see it but there are outlets on the ceiling to plug in all those wonderful sign/clocks that will hang over the collection. I'm also thinking of running a continuous shelf over the machines for the lighted Christmas displays but am not sure if I want to mix the two collections just yet.
mayken4now
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Mark, bet it is just so exciting. Will come up and see you and Gary when it's done. Maybe during this coming up fall.
Steve
Steve
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Mark,
I agaree with Jet, the ramp entrance is so dramatic. This is the absolute ultimate display for a collection, well done!
Martin
Mark,
I agaree with Jet, the ramp entrance is so dramatic. This is the absolute ultimate display for a collection, well done!
Martin
by the way...
you guys still have that old GE filter-flo set in the storage warehouse? I think it's from 1966? I'm hoping to score those when we move to Portland.
you guys still have that old GE filter-flo set in the storage warehouse? I think it's from 1966? I'm hoping to score those when we move to Portland.
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Well Spinout...
...that's just what I did. Had a lovely waterfront home in Florida....but...no basements there...so....time to move! I haven't even THOUGHT of looking back. I love the country life, polite people, and unblocked roadways! Mark
...that's just what I did. Had a lovely waterfront home in Florida....but...no basements there...so....time to move! I haven't even THOUGHT of looking back. I love the country life, polite people, and unblocked roadways! Mark
Mark - the place is looking great - fab entrance, wonderful choice of colors in the wash room as well. Thanks for posting the update!
Ben
Ben
mickeyd
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It's spectacular and I'm speechless.
It's spectacular and I'm speechless.
Mark, is this new construction? I love the tiles (especially the coral). I got very worried recently when HD dropped their turquoise tile from the lineup. I hope the manufacturer continues to make this for a few more years when I'm ready for my kitchen : )
That ramp is a great idea too!
-Cory
That ramp is a great idea too!
-Cory
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Hi Cory!
The original home was built in 1925. We took it down to the studs and expanded. The home originally had three bedrooms upstairs, a kitchen, formal dining, formal living, and a sunroom. When finished it will sport all the above plus a library, a new 1,800 sq ft master suite, wine cellar, bar and billiards room, hobby/parts room, movie theater, laundry room, laundry studio display area, breezeway, and an 8 car garage. Original home was about 5,000 sq. ft. The newly reconstructed home is about 28,000 sq. ft. We have been in construction/destruction for the last three and a half years. Needless to say, I'm really ready to get it finished! Gary and I have named the house CHATEAU WYTHEMONT. Mark
The original home was built in 1925. We took it down to the studs and expanded. The home originally had three bedrooms upstairs, a kitchen, formal dining, formal living, and a sunroom. When finished it will sport all the above plus a library, a new 1,800 sq ft master suite, wine cellar, bar and billiards room, hobby/parts room, movie theater, laundry room, laundry studio display area, breezeway, and an 8 car garage. Original home was about 5,000 sq. ft. The newly reconstructed home is about 28,000 sq. ft. We have been in construction/destruction for the last three and a half years. Needless to say, I'm really ready to get it finished! Gary and I have named the house CHATEAU WYTHEMONT. Mark
Mark,
Three and a half years - I give you and Gary lots of credit for patience. I still remember the one setback you posted on the site. It's nice to know that the finished project is just around the corner and from what we've seen, it's great.
Best wishes,
Rich
Three and a half years - I give you and Gary lots of credit for patience. I still remember the one setback you posted on the site. It's nice to know that the finished project is just around the corner and from what we've seen, it's great.
Best wishes,
Rich
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I am just speechless, you both have done an incredible job, what a great way to display and use your collection, and the garage for the great Lincolns too. I know you can't wait for moving day! Let me know if you need any help.
Scott
Scott
