House Reno - The Beginning - Discoveries
First of all a happy and safe Easter to you all.
On Thursday we were handed the keys by the elderly senora. Emotions were overflowing, we chatted, we hugged, we cried as she gracefully said goodbye and walked away from her home of 60 years.
That afternoon, we for the first time were able to have a good long look at what was ahead of us. I was excited but also daunted.
This is how we spent our Good Friday.
Firstly get rid of the deteriorated and dusty old curtains and blinds. Yuk! We managed to get some of the windows open and let the air flow through, however some are just so badly rotted, that I think professional help will be required to save them.
This ugly built in cabinet was on my hit list for demolition and that was Andy's job. Look at what we discovered. I knew we had a chimney, but thought that the fireplace might have been demolished and then plastered over, but no, it was actually built around to our delight. Yay!
Now to rejuvenate.
With the house sinking, it has caused a lot of cracking. One of the first things that must be done is underpinning. and then re stumping. There will be more cracking from this work, which for now we will just put up with. My concern is these ceilings, which we will do our best to try and save.
This one is massive, it practically covers the room. Look at that light fitting. Ooh!
From dirty pink, to sunny yellow. It's name is Lemon Delicious. Yum!
We have decided to rip the rest of the cupboards out and the ancient electric stove. I thought we might be able to keep it, but once we had a good look and found piles of distgusting mouse poo and crud, I couldn't possibly even consider putting anything in them. So a fresh start, some new appliances and I'll feel much better. When it comes to the big reno in a couple of years we will be able to re fit them into the new kitchen.
On Thursday we were handed the keys by the elderly senora. Emotions were overflowing, we chatted, we hugged, we cried as she gracefully said goodbye and walked away from her home of 60 years.
That afternoon, we for the first time were able to have a good long look at what was ahead of us. I was excited but also daunted.
This is how we spent our Good Friday.
Firstly get rid of the deteriorated and dusty old curtains and blinds. Yuk! We managed to get some of the windows open and let the air flow through, however some are just so badly rotted, that I think professional help will be required to save them.
This ugly built in cabinet was on my hit list for demolition and that was Andy's job. Look at what we discovered. I knew we had a chimney, but thought that the fireplace might have been demolished and then plastered over, but no, it was actually built around to our delight. Yay!
Now to rejuvenate.With the house sinking, it has caused a lot of cracking. One of the first things that must be done is underpinning. and then re stumping. There will be more cracking from this work, which for now we will just put up with. My concern is these ceilings, which we will do our best to try and save.
This one is massive, it practically covers the room. Look at that light fitting. Ooh!
The girls loved ripping down the wallpaper.
It was over the built in robes and on the window sill.
It was over the built in robes and on the window sill.
The first lick of paint, the girls were useful in getting into the cupboards.
From dirty pink, to sunny yellow. It's name is Lemon Delicious. Yum!We have decided to rip the rest of the cupboards out and the ancient electric stove. I thought we might be able to keep it, but once we had a good look and found piles of distgusting mouse poo and crud, I couldn't possibly even consider putting anything in them. So a fresh start, some new appliances and I'll feel much better. When it comes to the big reno in a couple of years we will be able to re fit them into the new kitchen.
Comments
Have fun, and use as much 'child labour' as you possibly can!!!!!!
Can't wait to see/hear more of the updates. Lucy left this afternoon, so I'm home alone again.. until next Term Break.
Have a safe and happy long weekend :) x
Enjoy.
I look forward to the progress blogs.
Chrisartist
Congratulations. That's awesome.
Chrisartist
It is nice for me to be back blogging after such a long break! What a surprise - a new home and it looks like lots of fun work. Looking forward to following your renovations and knowing you through your blog, the end result will be gorgeous - I love the ceilings and the windows...not to mention the fireplace. Oh and lemon delicious - my favourite pudding and such a bright and happy colour - well chosen!