I have always said that finishing is the hardest part of any project, but these are the last pieces of reclaimed wood to go on the new build. Snagging apart, the construction will be finished once these last few bits are screwed in place!
Now what's next?
What items does an antique sanitaryware dealer put into their own house? See latest episode of my blog:
/blog/a-new-reclaimed-building-10
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Next episode of the new reclaimed house blog, kitchens and things...
/blog/a-new-reclaimed-building-9
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Taking shape quite quickly now. The news is that I've lost the battle to keep my kitchen doors in the original paint. It was a bit scratched and faded but I rather liked their character; those advocating practicality have won and they are being painted tomorrow.
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There comes a time in a house build when the items that an old dealer has saved for this moment come out of storage...
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Despite being largely preoccupied with the new house build, we have found time for some new stock, including this excellent set of electric servant call bells and indicator box.
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Save the Future by Rescuing the Past | The House Directory LIVE
🗓️ Thursday 8th May | 12noon
📍 The Decorative Fair, Evolution London
Hosted by Sara Morel (@reclaimedwoman ) CEO, Salvo (@salvoweb )
Long appreciated for the connection with history, reuse of antiques and reclaimed materials is increasingly considered crucial for its contribution in reducing carbon emissions and therefore an essential connection to our future. House guests Sam & Louise Coster of Mongers Architectural Salvage (@mongers_hingham ) share the journey of their home-build using antique and reclaimed building materials in an architecturally modern way.
Use code THDFREE25 to get your free ticket to this talk and entry to the fair, available via the link in our bio.
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