Amaury finds new problems in the bedroom project | It gets worse before it gets better 🤞

[@petranilla14]

Sit Lancelot in his little sweater supervising the painting is the cutest thing ever !!

[@sylviawolff433]

When you hang a painting where there is wall paper, cut a small V and flip it up then nail the wall and not the paper. When you want to change it , then you just remove the nail and flip the wallpaper down and you would never know there is a nail hole.

[@RinaValentina]

Great tip!

[@chemokiki]

Brilliant!

[@Beau78704]

You are so very lucky to have your incredible cousin taking care of the chateau.

[@isabelgomes6118]

Insulation is so important. Especially since you have been putting in all that heating system. The amount of cost is minimal compared to the cost of loss of heat.

[@CuriousCalligrapher]

Without insulation the cold drywall next to dormer meets the heat from inside and humidity forms causing the drywall to mold. All the more reason to use a moisture barrier with insulation before drywall!

[@clochemerle1]

In summer the outdoors heat meets inside cold of these old stone bldgs. All the more reason to insulate before prettying it up.

[@charlotter.morrill6503]

Had not thought of that. It must certainly be a contributing factor.

[@charlotter.morrill6503]

Had not thought of that. It must certainly be a contributing factor.

[@charlotter.morrill6503]

Had not thought of that. It must certainly be a contributing factor.

[@charlotter.morrill6503]

Had not thought of that. It must certainly be a contributing factor.

[@ulrikaholmquist140]

So glad you’re ditching the pink, phew! The second of the neutral ones would be lovely 😊

[@leonorgrandle5960]

Amury is a great craftsman! He is not one to just spot fix a problem. So true of what he said, especially with the new heating system. Insulate all you can to save heat! Blessings to you all.

[@CherylSimser]

Amaury is also a lovely man. I love his sense of humour, his work ethics and his craftsmanship.

[@joywhitley3141]

It's amazing to me that you can paint furniture without a drop cloth and not get any paint on the floor.🎉 Love your assistant.

[@keepitnoice]

It would be so good to see your pantry cupboard doors scrubbed clean and repainted, while you have this spare time while Amaury's fixing the dormer in Pavlina's room. Also love your new lighter colour choice. It will give 'space' to the patterns of the bedding and the wallpaper. It will be lovely.

[@svg7335]

I thought the same thing. I know little jobs often lead to humongous jobs, but everyone sees it everyday.

[@debbiemorris8422]

I have thought that for absolutely ages , why would you have scruffy doors and as my dad used to say no taste like a pantomime horse , every room looks a mess and unfinished

[@carolinegooder7091]

They plan to redo the whole kitchen so it can be done then. The heating system, bedrooms, and Grand Salon are what they are working on currently. Once the steel beams are there, a huge mess will ensure. 😂😂😂

[@laurenl5843]

It would not take very long to clean and paint the pantry doors. I’ve been wanting to do them myself for years. 😃

[@sheilaghk6350]

All the tut tutters out today.

[@melaniewest3947]

Great idea of amaurys to make sure it's insulated well. It will help you a lot in the winter and make the chateau last longer

[@Lovemy60to70era]

When I restored my 1890 house we never put a hole in the walls we hung our artwork from a wired attached by a hook from the ceiling molding. When we sold our beautiful house in retirement we left no holes in the walls. Love your videos. ❤

[@pamelkamah6307]

I agree with you the pink would just look cheap. The greens are a great choice I think. 👍

[@teresacarle294]

🤔That pink was rather sickly sweet. They were wise to change directions. The nursery school color on the door would do a decided disservice to the charming floral wallpaper😂. My friend painted her living room walls a similar sweet green hue. I HATED it. It felt like sitting in a bowl of mint ice cream. Not comfortable or pleasant🤢. 🤓For years, that same friend had a two tone master bedroom. A bold purply-pink violet on bottom & a light lilac on top w/a pansy papered chair rail that made sense of them. The combo was quite charming. It didn't feel infantalized. It struck me as unbelievably fresh, feminine, & beautiful together. As a person who is comfortable in neutrals, I once thought all white paints were created equal. Hah! I made the mistake of painting my walls a white that had an unfortunate blue undertone. It was stark prison chic. Not restful😵. Nor did it play well w/other colors. 😉Thought it was color that my senses objected to, but I was perfectly content facing an intense Mickey Mouse red & also a MM blue painted wall at two different divisions of TWDC for over a decade👍. 🤫From these experiences, I finally figured out it was the undertone that made all the difference. Found walls w/a neutral to warm undertone to be far more pleasing. 🧐Oddly enough, I prefer clothing that has a neutral to cool undertone. Pure white. No garments in cream, camel, or gold near my countenance. Anything w/a warm undertone instantly depletes my energy😔. 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@tydanum]

The painting is lovely but I love the wallpaper on its own

[@laurabuntin259]

The painting somewhat clashes with the style of the room. I know you love your fathers paintings but maybe you could find a more appropriate place for them then covering up the beautiful wallpaper that you painstakingly put up.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Agree..

[@rayleneertle951]

My own opinion but that wall paper was beautiful on its on.

[@katelanxner278]

I always want to hear what Amaury has to say. Unfortunately he has such a soft voice, he needs his own microphone since what is happening now, I can't catch all the words at all even with my laptop at 100 percent.

[@LA-jf1zn]

Stephanie you are 100% correct on having statues in the garden. It makes is so grand. I love your garden statue. Also I love that your reviving that little end table. I bet it will turn out lovely. 🦋

[@Tomasinasworld]

I agree i don't think you can hang painting on Muriel wallpaper. I agree better decision on the discreat paint for the doors 👍

[@kittyknox4513]

at about 7:12 when Phillip is holding the wallpaper up, i actually think it looks really nice against the doors behind him (and the color of the stone on the fireplace). the color of the doors really matches the wallpaper quite well and makes the flowers pop! i also cant lie, the gold trimming of the woodwork would really doll up the whole countryside jewel box look, but if your going more country i feel the gold would be a bit on the fancy side. anyway i love the direction that this room is going in and cant wait to see it done!

[@CarolChillsCasually]

The chateau grounds are so pretty. I’d love a morning and evening walk everyday. Such views!

[@graciemaca6996]

Stephany, why not have Philip use the tiny green leaf motif in the wallpaper as a guide to mimic and paint onto the 'unsightly' bedside table? Then add small coral roses (minus the stems) surrounding the leaf motif. Almost like "Crazy-Quilt Stitching" that you would see on a gorgeous Crazy Quilt. 🤗 He could even enlarge the size a bit. It will match the decor and liven up that plain table.😊

[@SB_McCollum]

Go lightest green-y neutral. Outlining the doors and woodwork makes the room appear smaller, the lightest color is definitive but not a Color. Your eyes might tire of all those patterns in six years and you'll want to refresh the room again, the lighter shade leaves more room for more ideas later on. (I do understand the desire for higher contrast, I'm tossed between trad "white" trim in my DR and going full Abigail Ahern "trim & all" Gentleman's Gray . It's a small house, what to do, what to do....)

[@tkarichey3]

I think a square sample of the fabric put on the front of the small painted side table with a padded backing and trim around the square would add a lot. Great work you guys!!

[@RosemaryOltarzewski]

Lovely Stephanie you really need to paint those large kitchen cupboard doors first, gosh there looking a bit worse for wear. After all that's what people see first before going upstairs. Sorry to add to your "to do list"😂. Sending love as usual England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 x

[@JaneHealy1972]

I'm so glad that you mentioned the garden table and bench needs to be straightened. Phew!

[@janetwhitney233]

Much better paint choice. Love neutrals when everything else is so busy.

[@myracrawford5579]

Amuary should have an apprentice to pass on his craft 🙂

[@drusabs]

give them time a son or daughter will be a great apprentice

[@worklifebalance9696]

Dan could learn a lot from Amuary

[@Camille-accessories]

Definitely his son or daughter ❤

[@teresacarle294]

​@@okapi323😊Gaining such 🛠reno skills are helpful for most anyone to learn. I would happily do it. It seems smart for Philip living full-time in a ⚜️Château that needs constant upkeep to try his hand at these things. Hiring these jobs out is NOT always feasible. 😘Amaury teaching others the tricks of his trade would slow him down, but it would be good practice for when they have little ones👶around. 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@margielynch7196]

Everyone should work in the best job that shows their own skill set. Think that would not work for Phillip or Amaury.❤❤❤

[@marlenetillman7904]

I absolutely love those green velvet chairs !!!

[@snoopybluejeans]

Ya, me too.

[@pmm3112]

Use the lightest hue for the woodwork to allow the space to expand visually. The contrast of darker hues to the wallpaper will only define the the room’s dimensions more Why are you hanging Art over a Mural???? Huge loss of the feeling of being outside in a garden atmosphere

[@denisedavis9908]

I love modern art as a mix with antiques. They look great hung in that room...

[@gardeninggirl7300]

Use an inexpensive, plain, neutral bedspread for the main bedcover and fold the French, floral comforter at the end of the bed…with the beige-y walls.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Seems probable as there is a lot of busyness going on in the rooms. To many patterns.

[@snoopybluejeans]

Something a designer once mention, Sarah Richardson, was when doing a large floral to balance it, you need some geometric in the room, and patterns work in uneven number, 3,5, ect. So for examples, a large floral, a small floral, then a a stripe, gingham, plaid ect. Or another example, Large geometric, small geometric or small floral, and then a large or small floral. She's decorated some awesome places and she follows her guidelines. Her rooms always look stunning. She doesn't follow trends as much as she follows principles in design.

[@jomeyer13]

you could even tack a pretty white fabric over that bed if you wanted.. if i was staying for a long time, i might try it. for fear of damaging it with my hair.

[@privatesender]

Please do something about those very worn kitchen pantry doors. You've gone blind to them, but they're hideous.

[@RinaValentina]

It's not hideous lol, but it could use a good paint touchup

[@agj9807]

Ha! Funnily enough, I noticed them and thought they could definitely do with a fresh lick of paint 😅

[@javieralara-faure4002]

I really liked the painting on the walls ! It’s complimentary without being to matchy matchy :)

[@LaReynedEpee]

I commented back ages ago that the roof space should be insulated when I saw there was none in the attics. 40% of your heat gets lost through the roof if there's nothing to keep it in. One contributing factor as to why it's so cold. A thorough approach to incorporating insulation of roofs and walls in the top floors and adding double glazing to windows would help the place retain more heat. The folks at Lalacelle have been replacing their old windows with ones incorporating DG yet they look authentic. Another thing Amaury could do at some point. And you should replace those dodgy electrics. Yes, a lot of work, but it's necessary maintenance you should be doing in phases over time. A bit more than a lick of paint and a layer of wallpaper 😄 (Plus in France I understand you can claim back some of the cost of insulation through the tax system)

[@XantheWilliams]

I believe the electrics were all updated when they did the initial renovation after buying, the switches are replica vintage ones.

[@carolynwebster8448]

I Personally do not like the paintings on the wall paper. It all clashes. Sorry Steph.

[@trixesatelier]

LOVE the placement of those paintings.

[@Heritagebrowser-JethroMortier]

great alternative paint choice, i would go for the 2nd palest colour. and some fine greenish decoration on the small cabinet would also be nice.

[@NekoMarietess]

Hmmm maybe you can try what Anna from How to Renovate a Chateau does with paint samples before finally painting the said wall/door/etc. is you can paint the sample onto sheets of think paper, tape it on the doors/walls you want to paint, look at the colors throughout the day and night, and see what you think and feel about the said color. Your precious time is getting wasted with painting whole doors or walls and only realizing later that it didn't quite have the look or feel you were expecting. I hope it all works out soon.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Amaury is such a pro and knows what he’s doing!! 👍

[@wheretheroadtakesus523]

Amuary is definitely right about stripping back to insulate it will be a game changer. Love that you are moving away from pink and going for the neutral colours to enhance the wallpaper.

[@CarolChillsCasually]

The pupper in his sweater on his little lounge chair watching you paint. So adorable

[@lorassorkin]

I absolutely LOVE Derrick's paintings. Truly, he is one of my favorite painters and it's a thrill for me whenever one is featured simply because it's being rehung.

[@andrealakly]

WHAT?!? I love that story about Vanessa and Duncan. If you ever travel to their home again, I'd love to hear your tour of it!

[@chemokiki]

There are many wonderful books on The Bloomsbury Group and Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. I got a few at the local library and ended up buying them on Amazon.

[@edwinaflannery9828]

I agree with Stephanie those pinks do cheapen the look..love the mushroom and other colour on rye chart you mentioned..so chic and much more elegant..maybe Amayry could arrange with the training organisations in France to do an apprenticeship with him offering Lalonde as a sponsor..would benefit someone young and also benefit Lalonde too..they notbonly leaning a trade but getting the English too which sometimes more practical workers dont learn..As always you are always such hard workers..well done x❤❤❤❤

[@ginny736]

Stephanie….just a minor comment….the cupboard doors that you see behind Amuary ( when you’re talking with him in the kitchen)could surely use a little touch up paint where everyone’s hands open the doors. Wouldn’t take 10 minutes at the most. Also, when do the French take down Christmas trees and decorations?

[@carolinegooder7091]

Stephanie said the decorations will come down in February. They may need a catch plate on the cabnet door. They'll decide when they redo the kitchen.

[@aiglonducal314]

No reason to take down these decorations when dolts are still leaving comments about them.

[@andreearoman1507]

My knees hurt from seeing you sit on that stone like that! You gotta take care of you, Steph!! 🤗

[@drenelt]

WOW, the wetlands are so incredible! Just freakin' incredible...

[@Harpmary]

Idea for the table - how about cutting out some elements of the flowers from any extra wallpaper and using a decopage technique to add the flowers to the table?

[@uscitizen898]

Didn't like the pink....I'd initially thought going towards green would be best with the gorgeous wallpaper. Hope your second choice works nicely. Such a lovely room to be creating!

[@EEN63]

Excellent decision to go a more subtle direction for the woodwork! I vote for the lightest color but you do whatever works for you! So glad you have Amaury there to help you avoid pitfalls and get things done properly. I know the instant gratification is postponed but you’ll all be pleased you won’t have adorably decorated iceboxes and instead, thoughtful, beautiful, cozy bedrooms! It will be worth the additional time and finances to get it right this time! Great job, everyone! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mariadange06]

Perhaps your grey kitchen cupboard needs a lick of paint, looking grubby ;)

[@marytaylor9185]

Bravo to you Stephanie. Painting on a bare floor, and not a spot to be seen. And not a drop on your painting clothes or hands! Wonderful to see Amaury doing a stellar job on the bedroom.

[@CatherineJohnson-n7o]

I recommend using the second lightest green. The lightest one will come off as yellow, I think, which isn't the direction you want to go in. Also use rigid insulation between the roof joists and before you install the plaster board, one thin sheet across the rafters - it will pay off in the long run, you won't get faint lines marking where the rafter are that way.

[@lindamounts2193]

I enjoy these so much more with just you and Phillip and your cousin and Natty. Previously it has been chaotic and loud and I like this better.

[@janefreda7034]

I know it can be disappointing when you have decorating plans that are delayed, but In the long run the insulation/moisture barrier will be so worth it! I love the more subdued paint with the wallpaper.

[@marionchanson5479]

Super Amaury!!! He needs his own hero costume! The colour for the woodwork is sooo much better. Love your father paintings in the dining room. I am a fan of 'when antic meets contemporary'. They always complement each other.

[@ClaireVann-u7c]

Please bring back Sundays at the Chateau! I really enjoyed those back in the day.

[@candicechristian7344]

I agree completely. I was thinking same thing yesterday 😊👍

[@scottburbridge3170]

so many buildings were never insulated. it's important that your home is properly insulated and renovated.❤better than ever.

[@jh-qd5qr]

And those bright fuchsia velvet pajamas are gorgeous for sure!

[@sarahyates6055]

Just a thought but on the little bedside table if Phillip could replicate the “mushroom” coloured line and geometric pattern which is on the wallpaper border on the table it would help draw them together. I think Amaury is absolutely right, there’s no point doing the work in the attic bedrooms and not doing a proper job, you absolutely need insulation in the alcoves, the difference it will make will be enormous, you will definitely fell and see the benefit of doing it.

[@sindysimms4001]

I like the new paint selection. Loved the tale of Vanessa and Duncan, selacious.

[@karinm1670]

I love the daily vlogs! Such a treat. Thank you ❤

[@brittawrolson5936]

I find it hard to focus on one or the other as well when paintings are hung on a wallpapered wall. Too busy and no place for the eye to ‘rest’ and enjoy the art.

[@lorengalvez7402]

Starting my day with these daily vlogs and a cuppa is just the down time I need as a busy working mum, and good morning from Australia by the way! 😁✨️💐

[@kimbevan5614]

And as you having your morning cuppa I’m having my nighttime one. Have a great day from 🇬🇧 to 🇦🇺 x

[@Undwn_onyx_]

Same with breakfast, coffee and Vegemite on toast

[@julesrogers4095]

Me too. Little damp here. Have a wonderful day everyone.

[@peteri8924]

These are not really daily vlogs as the Xmas tree and decs are up so they are just using old footage they are not like Dan's which are genuine daily vlogs.

[@loriparsley1914]

Lancelot is very invested in the decorating. So cute.

[@lindagage7315]

Love the paintings, you are so lucky to have your father's art! Good choice with the paint colour!

[@janefreda7034]

His art is so lovely! I wish you could order prints.

[@wendygrimwood8122]

Oh wish I was there ! I could make that cabinet very ‘Bloomsbury’ for you ! Maybe that’s something I can do next time I come if you have any other pieces that need painting!

[@talesfromtuscany]

LOVE the new colour choices! Much better and softer! It's a good thing that Amaury is there to the rescue, saving your energy and warmth for your future comfort. Better to do a job well and throughly now, even though it can be a bit of a pain. In the meantime you've found plenty of other little projects to spend your time well. 🥰🤗

[@michaelt8727]

Love the serene walks along the forest paths and the bucolic country landscapes. Though end they must and it's back to busy chateau life. I think the change in direction of the paint color to a softer green/beige is a move that will have a really positive impact on the visual appeal of the room. May the paint be with you!

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

I think you approach to the wallpaper conundrum is spot on. Adding pink makes it _ess sophisticated,_ if still pleasant. Since the print is simple, the paper easily fades when set against equally vibrant colors.

[@user-es9mb8wi3m]

The wallpaper stands on its own. The art is very nice but not there. Too much.

[@TinaNestor-lp3ch]

Perfect choice of colors...the subtle calming greens.....not the comical pinks...

[@ladycharlotte8693]

Add white paint to soften the pink paint , if too bright, add a touch of brown to make dusty rose🌸. Also you could pick a picture out of one of your books…get a color copy and decoupage it….you could also buy wood you bend onlays with laurel leaves, or cherubs, etc.

[@jomeyer13]

i love all the fabrics. The quilt with blue is a bit different.. with the blue seems different green and it might just be because of the blue. anyway what you use will be broken up by the sheets and pillows. I know your furnishing for comfort and sprucing up.. Were u really decorating to be decorating i could see it differently. I cant help but wonder how Pavlina taste runs.?Would she fit in that bed? How modern, how girly etc. i wish she would say. The green works with wall paper.. I cant wait to see your rug? I wanted to suggest a fun project. a couple round pieces of wood.and a few wood ball feet. to make a tuffet... with your fabric and trimmings. to go with that one chair... or a stool.

[@catkiki7779]

wow the walk is so peaceful and a wonderful break from the chaos of this world right now thank you and God Bless

[@snoopybluejeans]

I love it too but IMHO it needs some sort of perennial hedging, something that define the space in all 4 seasons.

[@lyndablack3438]

Personally I love white woodwork. It's classy, fresh and timeless. X

[@lylygiaa]

Amaury said what I've always wanted to say. Completely gut the room, put insulation on, board and decorate. Never understood how could so much money be spent on decorating a room which lacked the minimum.

[@caroleannewesley5151]

I agree ,I think the wallpaper is fabulous without the painting and I think it needs a plain wall for it too “wow”and make its own statement.

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Love the new paint colors!

[@דודתשובה-ל6מ]

Hello Stephanie and Philip Lovely project Side table being so modest Idea my end Keep it matt and just change the door handle A bit like just earrings no necklace Bon appetite🪭

[@kathymalloy6246]

I would pick the two lighter colors. It will make the wallpaper pop and compliment the fabrics❤

[@juliajoplin4238]

I just love those walks with you through the forest around the castle! 🌳🏰Those mixed greens with the wallpaper is definitely Perfect! Good idea on moving your father’s paintings as well, they go so well with the green plants! 🪴🖼️ Lovely video again! 🥰👍🏽

[@sharon9399]

Steph your father’s paintings are so beautiful and fun. I love seeing them over and over again.

[@susanthompson569]

I think the quilts clash not only in colors but in style. I think a solid color with texture or quilting would work better...

[@lifevorce]

Love your pretty sweater. You pick the nicest things. Have fun with your room re-decorating. Gray goes will with pink.

[@marcie685]

So happy your choosing in the green shades as I suggested in my previous comment. Your father’s paintings are amazing just not on wallpapered walls .🇦🇺🙋‍♀️

[@carolpalmer9606]

I just adore the wallpaper you have chosen and totally agree that the pink bubblegum paint would cheapens it. Soooo can’t wait to this this bedroom transformation, I just know it’s going to be stunning 👏👏👏

[@irissaunders4421]

I’m so glad you are going with a green or sage base. It is the one color that ties the paper and furnishings together 😊

[@afrlala3593]

Amuary you are a blessing to LaLand. Thank you for going always the extra mile. Stich in time saves 9. A guy after my own heart. Love the change of color looks more adult. Thank you for your vlogs.

[@robynforman1978]

Lancelot watching you paint whilst sitting on the stool in front of the fire. What a picture. The neutral tone paint good choice. Stephanie and Philip you are a brilliant team. Greetings from England.

[@charmainejfritz]

glad you decided on the lighter color for pavlinas room and your fathers pictures look great where you and philip decided to hang them. amaurys idea about the insulation is just perfect you wont regret doing that!

[@lavonnemountain6133]

Love all the fabrics together, I am so excited to see the finished product. You are spot on in your hanging paintings , just a little to the right etc! He will do a well thought out perfect scene on the bedside table.

[@MarySchlotter]

I love your morning walks seeing the beautiful landscape around the chateau. We just recently started a renovation in our home and discovered a similar situation , the insulation is so important. The room is really coming together and I know you and Philip will get it right and it will be lovely. I love your painting assistant. Amaury is such a gem in every way. Your blessed to have him in your family .

[@SallyTuckey]

Regarding the bedside table - the door could be decoupaged!! That could look very pretty!

[@mowglibull]

Reframe the painting with a matching linen liner. It'll beef up the size of the painting, making it less dissimilar to the one on the right.

[@marihart-qbc]

Thanks for the walk😊

[@pegglover3244]

He is such a blessing!

[@rosemarythyme6351]

I totally agree to replace and insulate the dormers. We did the same with our century home and it cut down on the cold, drafty feeling quite a bit. No more icy, frozen walls! Huzzah! (This exclamation takes me to the Renaissance Festival in Minnesota every Autumn.) But I'm not so sure about mixing all the floral patterns in the bedroom. Just like in a colorful garden, your eye needs places to rest, and in the bedroom if I understand your plan properly, that will be your painted woodwork. Right? What's going to be your focal point?

[@lindacamp8561]

Time to take down your beautiful Christmas decorations - hard to look past them. 😉❤

[@carolinegooder7091]

Stephanie said she will take them down in February.

[@aiglonducal314]

Why on earth? Dolts keep leaving comments about them, haven't you noticed? 🤡

[@MimiBeeswing]

Amaury , 'You can't polish a turd ' Ingrid , ' But you can roll it in glitter !' 😂

[@plasticman74]

That bed side table was painted shabby shabby