by mightyhouse | May, 2018 | Events - Workshops, Green Building, Material Salvage + Reuse
Saturday May 12, 2018
There is nothing better than having the right tool for the right job! Join us at Second Use Building Materials to discover the who-what-where-and-why of power tools with our very own Doug Elfline.
This free workshop will teach you how to assess which tool is the right tool, how to plan your tool use, what safety considerations to be aware of, and how to troubleshoot potential problems through a short presentation followed by live demonstrations of popular power tools, a conversation on where to find them, and Q+A with the pros.
11am-12:30pm
3223 6th Ave S Seattle, WA 98134
Save Your Spot by emailing maryanne@seconduse.com and RSVP on Facebook
by Mighty House Construction | Mar, 2018 | Events - Workshops, Material Salvage + Reuse
Join us for a FREE Workshop on using Salvaged Windows and Doors in your project on April 7th from 11-12:30 at the Second Use SODO store.
Our very own, Doug Elfline will guide you in assessing your window and door projects to see if using salvaged materials is an option, demonstrate how to choose appropriate salvaged windows and doors, and share tips for proper installation and maintenance.
This event is free and open to the public and includes a 10% off coupon for same day cabinet purchases at Second Use. Please RSVP to maryanne@seconduse.com at your earliest convenience to reserve your spot.
Saturday April 7, 2018
11am-12:30pm
3223 6th Ave S Seattle, WA 98134
RSVP on Facebook
by Mighty House Construction | Mar, 2018 | Events - Workshops, Green Building, Living, Material Salvage + Reuse
Salvaged cabinets are one of the most popular ways to incorporate reclaimed materials into a remodel. Like most salvaged material, working with salvaged cabinets presents many rewards, as well as a few challenges.
Join our very own Doug Elfline on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Second Use Building Materials SODO to gain an understanding of how to shop for salvaged cabinets, prevent common installation mistakes, identify the different types and parts of cabinets, and determine what type of cabinets are the best fit for your project.
Please RSVP to maryanne@seconduse.com at your earliest convenience to reserve your spot.
Saturday March 10, 2018
11am-12:30pm
3223 6th Ave S Seattle, WA 98134
RSVP on Facebook
by Mighty House Construction | Jan, 2018 | Events - Workshops, Green Building, Material Salvage + Reuse
Join Second Use on Saturday, February 10 for a free Tile 101 Workshop from 11-12:30 PM at the Second Use SODO store. Our very own Doug Elfline will walk you through the best practices for working with tile, from choosing the best tile for your space, to handling tricky spots. He will demonstrate how to use equipment such as tile saws, mortar, trowels, and spacers as well as how to maintain your tile. Attendees will walk away with an understanding of how to cut, set, grout, and seal tile as well as 10% off their day-of Second Use tile purchase.
This workshop is free and open to the public, but limited to 30 attendees. Please RSVP to maryanne@seconduse.com as soon as possible to reserve your spot.
Saturday February 10, 2018
11 AM – 12:30 PM
3223 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
by Mighty House Construction | Oct, 2017 | Events - Workshops, Material Salvage + Reuse
Get salvagey with us at this completely FREE workshop! Discover how to bring your salvage project to life with finishings including trim, surfaces, hardware and beyond! Taught by our very own, Doug Elfline.
Saturday, October 21 | 11am-12:30pm
Second Use Building Materials | 3223 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
RSVP to adj@seconduse.com to reserve your spot.
by Mighty House Construction | Oct, 2017 | Design + Architecture, Living, Material Salvage + Reuse
The Seattle Times recently published an article highlighting the ways that simpler, subtler backsplashes are becoming more and more popular. Here are some of their best tips, alongside a Mighty House spin.
From The Seattle Times:
- It’s worth hunting for high quality ceramic or porcelain.
- Choose a neutral color or coordinate it with your countertops – you won’t get tired of it and neither will buyers down the road.
- Get creative with shape or arrangement instead of color, like choosing hexagonal tiles or laying them vertically instead of horizontally.
- If you cook a lot, be sure to stay away from big grout lines and marble so you won’t have to waste time scrubbing them down.
Additional thoughts:
- A backsplash is not always required in a kitchen – depending on how you cook and clean. It’s also a feature that’s easy to add on later!
- Glass tile is another great option and it’s even better if you can find it as recycled material or salvaged!
- Natural stone, such as marble, is a mined non-renewable resource, so we discourage using it whenever possible.
- Stainless steel behind the stove is easy to clean and has a simple, minimalist look.
Check out more backsplash inspiration on our Mighty House Flickr page and read the full Seattle Times article here.
