Progress thus far

Several steps have now been completed. A layer of pressure treated lumber was laid over the top of the foundation - they had placed bolts in the concrete for the express purpose. Underneath this lumber is a layer of ... stuff. The "stuff" reminds me of packing material. It is likely to be a moisture/insect/draft barrier.

Over the pressure treated they have now installed the entire first floor joists and decking. The joists are made from 2x8 lumber and the decking is plywood - MDF, I think. Yesterday they had most of the decking complete, and Karen reports that today it is done. I believe there is a wood glue between the joists and the decking, based on seeing some plops of the glue scattered about. I'm not sure if it is used all over or just in some spots. The glue, I know from some experience, is used to prevent squeaks.c

No walls are up yet, but Karen reports that they have started cutting 2x4 lumber, and presumably that is for walls. She said she spoke with the guys on site and they said they expect the shell, meaning the outer walls of the first floor, to be done by tomorrow afternoon. The weather forecast is good for building - clear tomorrow, some rain on Satuday, clear again by Monday.

Go Go GO!