But before the steps were installed, Paul needed to get the drywalling done. This involved hot mud (WTH?) and a long day from dawn to 'way after dark, working with a portable spotlight.
The area of the hot mud application. Spotlight in in lower right-hand corner, Paul said it was HOT!
Closer view of the work area.
And with the final coat of paint, it looks like it's been there all along!
Paul received an invitation to visit the "Mountain Forge" workshop where these custom hand-made steps were created.
Hans Jr., pounding the iron.
Super-heating the metal, 2000-2200 degrees F.
Hans Sr. from Austria and was taught this craft as a kid, is 83 years old and still occasionally makes things the "old way."
Tony pounding it out on the anvil. True "old world" style, each made individually...by hand.
"Shop dog."
Good people, they let Paul use their washer/dryer and shower!
Progress..actually it's a "process."
Colby positioning the steps, inlaid temporarily with plywood.
Another view of the "process."
Five more steps to go!
An added surprise to the day, Bambi and Mom right outside Jack's window!
And some other "interesting" wildlife too!
Fashionistas, Truckee-style.
Stay tuned for the finished product!
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