Smiley House 1st Floor "Before" Pictures

The first floor includes the kitchen, dining room, and living room. Carol, Becky and Becky's mom, Lynne, spent some time selecting wallpapers and hardwood flooring for each room.


We will paint all the trim in the house in an off white trying to stay in line with the original colors of the house, yet freshen it up. The ladies have chosen all of the wallpapers, which I think will look lovely in the house. You'll see the finished rooms upon completion. But for now, here's a peek at the first floor "before."

While studying the rooms a little more closely, I realized that the staircase really should be painted.  I considered a paint and stain combination, but the position of the spindles and the previously painted areas make that a little too complicated.  Painting the entire staircase will simplify the finish work.  A stair runner could be installed if the owners would like to dress them up a bit.  We are trying to keep costs down for the homeowners.

Smiley House Exterior "Before Pictures"

I figured I'd start out with a couple pictures of the entire Smiley house before beginning our renovation. Other than cleaning and some touching up, we are not really going to do much to the exterior, but it is a great house and in good solid shape. I spoke with Carol, the owner, briefly yesterday for a few details about its history. She recalled that it was built from a kit about 25-30 years ago, but could not remember the manufacturer. She began interior finishing, but was unable to complete the work. It remained in its unfinished state for the past 20+ years, but she is giving the completed and refurbished dollhouse to her granddaughter Becky.