Connor and Josh from Crestwood arrived promptly this morning to carry out the first stage of the final flooring project. We are most fortunate to have enjoyed Connor’s work on all three ground floor jobs.
First the original floorboards were smoothed and swept.
Some of these required screwing down to form a flat surface for
boards carried in by Josh, measured, largely by Connor, and fitted neatly to form a base for the final strips of Karndean Pale Limed Oak textured laminate which have served well in kitchen and sitting room.
Connor in particular is most obliging when it comes to suggesting pictures. In the first of the screwing pictures above, he held the pose for my benefit after he had finished the task. When asked by Josh whether I would like to come and photograph the expert doing something in the bathroom this didn’t seem something I should refuse. What he did was measure, cut, and fit like a glove a template for the boards.
The boards were then nailed flat.
A smooth screed was settled over the concrete floor in the vestibule, and left to dry overnight. As can be seen, Richard’s new door will have to be cut. He had anticipated this possibility. The men will continue tomorrow.
This evening we dined on succulent roast lamb; crisp roast potatoes and parsnips; firm carrots and cauliflower; tender runner beans; and mint sauce, followed by ice cream. Jackie drank Hoegaarden and I drank more of the Merlot.
Wonderful, skillful work that can’t be outsourced.
Thank you very much, Laurie
You’re so fortunate to have reliable, skilled labor to help you with your myriad renovations. Dinner once again sounds delicious.
Thank you so much, Pat. We are
Wow, Connor is a meticulous craftsman (in addition to being a most obliging fellow).
Ye, and yes, Liz. Thanks very much
You’re welcome, Derrick.
They are making good progress, it’s so nice that you have reliable people who know how to do the job properly.
It is. We are lucky, John. Thanks a lot
I was just saying you always have such master craftspeople doing work for you–and so obliging about the photos, too!
Yes. Josh hadn’t been before but when I asked him if it was OK to photograph him for the blog, he said, with a smile, it was and that Connor had told him that would be what would happen 🙂 Thanks very much, Merril
You have a reputation, Derrick! ?
(My family and friends know about you, too.)
Thank you so much, Merril
Is it normal to have electrical plugins so close to the floor? I tend to experience floods. (I don’t necessarily cause them but I definitely get to clean them up and I would probably electrocute myself given the opportunity).
Thanks very much, AnneMarie. Nothing was normal in this house. Fortunately we don’t experience floods.
That is fortunate!
🙂
As Merrild and others have said, you certainly do manage to find excellent craftsmen – and Connor seems to have a talent as a “model craftsman!”
I hope you got the right side of your vestibule before the screed was so smoothly laid!
We did have to go round the back. Nice wordplay, Emma 🙂 Thanks very much
Ahh ,.. craftsmen at work Derrick … thank you for sharing their fabulous work with us …
And thank you, Ivor
Do you have date of completion for all?
The floors will be finished tomorrow. We have to wait for the plasterer. Then we can have the decorator back – that will be after Christmas. Thanks very much, Bridget
You are indeed most fortunate, Derrick, to have such efficient and proficient workmen do all the work on your house projects. I can only wish…
Thank you very much, Dolly. Another benefit of rural living
You are very welcome, Derrick.
It’s obvious by all of the smiles that these talented craftsmen love to work at your home, Derrick.
I think so, Jill. Thanks very much
Good work from the workers and the recorder. I hope that your injury is getting better.
Slowly, Tootlepedal. Thanks a lot
Good. Take care.
That title is hilarious.
Looking at his work, and his smile, I would like to see Connor doing something in ANY room. : )
I’m sure, Jodie. 🙂 Thanks very much
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Their efficiency and expertise are impressive! Being pleasant is nice, too!
It is, indeed, JoAnna. Thanks very much
The series of candids capturing the expert craftsmen at work is interesting, humorous and satisfying to watch. The interiors are going to become shiny and new apart from becoming much more comfortable than what they used to be.
Thank you very much, Uma. Just in time for Christmas, too.
The title is eye-catching. 🙂 They are good workers and I look forward to seeing the finished rooms.
Thank you very much, Lavinia 🙂
You and Jackie can look forward to a cosy and comfortable winter in your refurbished house. I marvel at the speed and expertise of the craftsmen who have undertaken the work on your behalf; judging from the other comments, this is not the only place where such skills are lacking.
Thank you very much. Anne. We are really fortunate
Your title made me snort-laugh! 😉 😀
What wonderful workers…craftsmen, indeed! 🙂
Again, no one can say they didn’t work hard…you have documentation! 😉
How is your shoulder doing?
(((HUGS)))
Thank you very much, Carolyn. Progress with shoulder is slow – but a little each day X
Good to hear! Continued bestest wishes for healing, prayers, and thoughts.
You are so lucky to have such keen craftsmen working in your house!
We are, John. Thanks very much
Great work! Is not easy to find so skilled people!
Thank you very much, Ribana
Lamb with mint sauce… I’ve always loved the combination. Always reminds me of my dad, he grew his own mint and I don’t believe they ever bought a jar.
It will be so satisfying when the renovations are complete. Connor and Josh look to be doing a great job fo you.
Thanks very much, Sue
Wow for the major renovations.
Thanks very much, Arlene
Derrick, it’s great how they have become so used to your shares here that they are suggesting ideas for photos etc! Excellent skilled work and good luck with the rest of the renovations!
Thanks very much, Annika
That’s quite a project you have going on there! We hope to have new flooring put in our living room, dining room, entryway, and hallway (also quite a project) … but it will be done (if all goes as planned) while we are in CA for our Christmas & New years holidays. I’ll post before and after… but unfortunately (or maybe fortunately) we won’t be here for the work in progress. I do not look forward to having to remove the kitchen appliances nor to having all the furniture moved into the garage. Wish us luck! I hope ours goes as smoothly as yours has!!
Looks like busy day of improvements at your place.
It is, Mrs W. Thanks very much
You’re welcome.
How nice to have very skilled workers and you must be looking forward to seeing the end product.
Well on the way today, Eugi. Thanks very much
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Natural posers!
Thanks very much, Sheree
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Good tradesmen are worth their weight in gold! I marvel when I watch them at work. However, I might knit better than many of them … 🙂
Each to her own. Thank you very much, Yvonne
That title had me laughing out loud.
It was an hilarious question. 🙂 Thanks very much, Susan
Your original floorboards look like all they need is a good sanding and buffering, is there a reason you decided on laminate instead?
Yes. I am not normally in favour of laminate, but many of these originals were broken or replaced with other bits – probably when central heating and such were installed. Thanks very much, msw.
That makes sense…