NE Portland Mudroom Remodel

In this project in Northeast Portland, we needed to Revive a very old and dilapidated mudroom that lacked usability and safety. It was cold in the winter due to the original single-pane windows, the riser heights on the stairway were uneven, creating a tripping hazard, and there was no handrail. In addition, there was no flooring (just subflooring), a dirty, unusable storage area beneath, an unvented dryer, as well as moisture issues in the basement.

The Approach: Rebuilding with Function and Craftsmanship

Our goal was to deconstruct and rebuild the existing mudroom, which also functioned as a laundry room and storage, while still staying true to the spirit of their one-hundred-year-old historical Craftsman-style home. After executing lead paint remediation, we began the rebuild.

Interior repairs

  • Added 4, high insulation, energy efficient windows and trim

  • Installed Batt insulation in the walls

  • Added new exterior door with window for additional light to the stairway to the basement

  • Rebuilt and reinforced entire interior framing structure

  • Installed new click lock flooring

  • Installed base trim

Mechanical Upgrades

  • We repaired a dryer vent and properly routed it

  • Installed a fan with a humidistat for the basement to remove excess moisture from the air once a moisture content that is too high is detected

Exterior Repairs

The Result: A Safer, Brighter, and More Usable Mudroom

Once we completed the project, our clients now have enough room to allow for two people to sit and soak up the sun on a summer day, along with a large awning finished in a Craftsman-style aesthetic to account for Oregon sideways rain. The interior and exterior feature handrails for accessibility purposes.

The repair of the stairs, proper dryer venting, and installation of humidity-controlled ventilation all increased the home’s safety and indoor air quality. The new windows and solid-core exterior doors will help greatly reduce overall energy bills. The project was finished off with a great paint job by Stubblefield Painting!

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