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The First Weeks

Just next to the front door before any work

We have had the property a few weeks now and it was clear that a lot needs to be done. While there is currently not much that can be done on the inside before the gas and electrics have been sorted, there is plenty to do on the outside. A lot of the outside work should be done before the winter sets in, giving the paint and mortar enough time to try out before storms and snow. While Rich has been at the cottage to meet electricians and plumbers, he has been getting on with the preparation outside, and I managed to pop over too for a bit of weeding and some exterior painting too.
 
Here are some “before” photos and work in progress photos.

Small bed at the front in need of a big weed!

Rich ordering some tools while admiring his well prepped plinth (notice the difference from the title photo already?)



Rich getting to work on the pointing after finally sourcing the correct lime (it was like getting your hands on gold dust)

Some wood primer that we had brought from home. Can you tell we haven’t needed it for a few years;) 

One of my favourite outside features is this mud scraper next to the door. Here is is after sanding and before a coat of hammerite.

The house came with a name! This sign was very well fixed to the wall so I didn’t dare try to get it off, opting for sanding and painting in situ.



There are may hooks for hanging baskets and the like on the front of the house, all in need of a good like of paint to prevent rust. 

And perhaps most importantly, we got the kettle set up, so we can enjoy a well-earned hot drink as we work.

I hope to see you soon with some after results and pics!
Catherine

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  1. UnknownNovember 9, 2021 at 1:11 AM

    Wow - it looks like you and Rich are hard at work already. Well done with that house sign. You have made such a difference with it. I so glad that you have got the kettle up and running :)

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    1. CloudberryNovember 11, 2021 at 12:15 AM

      Thank you, yes I think having a kettle is v. Import on a project like this😂

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