1 hour fire wall.

We have found out lots of things in this endeavor to remodel the downstairs shop area. Like we have to have a one hour fire protection ceiling. So, if there is a fire we would have a little time to get out. We had to have an architect draw up official plans with an official stamp seal thing, so we could present them to the permit office before we can go forward with a building permit. It's official we have to have a drop down ceiling, which bums me out a little as I wanted the height and the duct work to be exposed. The good news is we will have some time if there is a fire. The other bonus is it will be a good sound barrier as well and we won't hear the pitter patter of dog paws on the floors. Another bonus is that it should help a lot with heating and cooling costs. It is kind of fun too to have a real blue print drawing. And it is another step closer.