Monday 26 September 2011

Adopted!

While walking home from work on Friday, I came across an abandoned mini wardrobe that looks proper old (1930's/1940's?).  Inside, there are multiple side shelves and an adjustable rail that pulls out for easy access to your hanging clothing.  I absolutely love the art deco lines and its hard to see from the photo, but there is a block of carved "fish scales" on either side of the doors. I think with a little sanding, new door pulls and some paint, this little wardrobe could look even better than new.  Watch this space for updates!

Saturday 24 September 2011

Week in Review

This week, Mark spent more time on the windows and the bricks.  He did a lovely job although it hasn't been easy for him.  Dave has added more spots in our hallway, which look great and are very handy.  We haven't had proper lighting for almost 4 months now, I feel spoiled!





Mark put acid on our pathway to remove the cement our ex-brick guy left.  They look beautiful now!

Dave, rendering the balcony

Saturday 17 September 2011

Are We There Yet?

Nearly!  Most of the walls have been primed, the balcony has been rendered, the spot lights have been installed and the regulation fire wall is up between the lounge and the hallway:

Entrance to loft

Required fire wall (staircase to loft)

Rendered balcony wall


The spot lights have been attached in the loft

To the left is the loft bathroom, to the right is the loft entrance

Wednesday 14 September 2011

Pane-Less

I walked up to our home yesterday after work and saw this...


Mark and Dave are working on restoring our windows to their full glory.  And if that means we have to be window-less for a few days, then that's what needs to happen.

Sunday 11 September 2011

Am I Crazy?!?!

I think I already know the answer to that question.  These 1950 cinema chairs are for sale at our local salvage yard, Retrouvius.  I've been looking for additional seating for our living room and feel these are the answer.  They're vintage, beautifully crafted and unique; my favorite qualities in furniture (and did I mention a steal at £150 for a row of three?).

Mark was looking for something not so stiff but can appreciate their beauty...  Thoughts??


Wednesday 7 September 2011

Photo Update

Freshly plastered walls in our hallway

Plasterer Alan, doing what he does

Freshly sanded brick and stone (and Mama Allgood)
This was the splinter that was under Mark's fingernail

Roofer's welding kit and of course, tea

The top of our balcony, lead work

Plaster board, specifically for fire prevention (thanks Dave!)