Finishing flooring!

Well, we're not quite there yet, but close. This weekend we FINALLY got around to tiling the entryway. Came out pretty well, just need it to dry (without animals crossing over it), grout and we're done - then on to trim and paint!

Laying down the heat mat. We decided to tile here not only to protect the floor in the entryway, but also to dry snowy boots in the winter. So we're laying an electric heat mat under the tile - really hoping it works! 

Tiling! I laid the tile, while Brandon cut tiles in the basement.  

Tiling! 

Phantom seems to have settled in well. We finally did turn on our heating the other day (2 days short of November!), and the propane fireplace has been a really welcome addition! 

The almost finished product - and our improvised pet barrier. Works for dogs, not so much for cats...