Day 4

With a significant number of boxes unpacked we found ourselves out on errands looking at different options for renovation shopping. Our first stop being a great second hand supply store where we lucked into finding a fantastic 5' counter top that we couldn't resist picking up. It was an amazing black charcoal colour with a great texture. This is going to be the perfect starting point on a new bathroom vanity. We are also thinking of using the same style for the kitchen as well. The top cost us $45 and installation is something that we can do ourselves, so we are already saving on renovation cost.

Our next stop, being the most expensive, was to the local hardware store where we were purchasing the first, and probably largest batch of paints. We were anxious to paint as we feel like our belongings are in someone else's home. A coat of paint in fresh colours will not only make us feel at home, but will also help cover over markings that couldn't be cleaned. It also will be the easiest and best way to cover over the smell of nicotine that had been soaking into the walls.

New locks for the doors have been installed, and our emergency keys have been handed to the proper people. Today we also picked up a security flood light ($20) for the outside driveway area. A second mail box was also purchased ($5) to help sort our mail vs the tenants, and as we discovered, help garbage removal know that there are TWO units in our building.