Screened in porch progress Part 2

Well.... after 4 long months we are refocusing our attention outdoors. (the front of the house has been our focus thus far.)

Here are a few pictures to show you what we hope to achieve in our outdoor space. 

Currently the ceiling is exposed revealing nails and other imperfections that come along with a roof. Therefore i lean to my beautiful and timeless friend, beadboard.

Everything vertical is being painted stained ultra pure white.

The floor will be stained and sealed in a stain called Tugboat. 

Anyone ever stained a deck with this color before?? 

Please share your experiences.

This is where i need each of your thoughts and advice.

Currently we have an opening longing for french doors and stairs leading down from the porch. Where the stairs will lead to is a small patio of brick pavers. Do we like this look?

Currently I have mixed emotions.

(under the previous deck we ripped out we discovered brick pavers laid in the ground)

Keep in mind this small patio will house the gas grill and outdoor prep station.

Follow me for a minute back to the end of February for our deconstruction

Here is pond removal

The small deck we removed {brick pavers revealed underneath}

This opening will have french doors.

 Hot tub found a great new home.

Hello opening, how I have wished you didn't exist for the past 4 months.

Now we have lumber to fill this hole... one small problem, only 10 feet long boards instead of 12.

{Thank you little brother for going to get wood for us!! 
And daddy buying it as a wonderful surprise!! 
However, we will need to borrow your truck yet again to buy the right size! oopsies}

Mosquito infested, money pit, you are not missed... how would you like to be transformed into this?

recap:

• railing has been removed for sanding, removing staples from previous screen and painting
• bearings where hot tub were have been installed
• paint purchased
• hope to buy correct sized lumber tomorrow
• a vision of some sorts has evolved.

Sweet friends your thoughts are very much appreciated!!! 
Hope you have a great tuesday, stay tuned for Part 3!!