This Old House S20E26 - The Key West House - 7
S20E26 The Key West House - 7
Episode Overview
On the final day in Key West, viewers get to see the freshly installed pool, complete with its innovative cleaning system and a heat pump that provides both heating and cooling—essential for cooling down pools during the sweltering summers. Inside the house, tile artisan Tom Lapp is busy perfecting a stunning entryway adorned with black and white Cuban concrete tiles. Meanwhile, painter Perry Fergus and his team are applying a latex topcoat to the house's exterior and a glossy oil finish to the new shutters. The Vierers pay a visit to the local shop where the shutters were crafted. Back at the home, lead carpenter Bev Horlick is fitting the first of several mahogany French doors made by that same shop, complete with sturdy brass hinges and tarnish-resistant handles. Our host reviews the new landscaping with contractor Mari Blair, who has incorporated a variety of native plants, an irrigation system, and low-voltage lighting. Master carpenter agrees with homeowner Michael Miller that it's best not to rush the cabinetry for