Entrance Hall Renovation

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Music: There Is Always Tomorrow
Morning Mist - Staffan Carlen

[@dianetipton6040]

I like how Billy thinks, “Obviously we’re going to need another huge chandelier here in the hallway.” Oh yes!

[@annbarns652]

Yannis and Simon have done an amazing job on your grandparents place .

[@user-ox3lr6xc7l]

Love Yannis haircut..❤️ (Maybe he could influence Simon) 🙄🥹😊👍🙃🦘💛

[@21stcenturyozman20]

@@user-ox3lr6xc7l Yes, with that hairdo he looks so much younger (and infinitely sexier - lol).

[@nicolaablett7790]

Don't usually see Yannis without a hat Nice hair 😄

[@annbarns652]

@@user-ox3lr6xc7l I wonder if Billy reads our comments .

[@ritaspeers1259]

You KNOW we want an exacting account of what Ryan experienced staying overnight in the convent!😮

[@OnLongIsland]

Yes Im curious what happened and where. No videos?

[@kimclarke5018]

Absolutely. I told them if the nuns are doing things during the day they are absolutely doing things at night. Remember the door opening by itself during the night.

[@kimclarke5018]

@@kellymiller3868he might be sworn to secrecy….

[@sailingwhitsundays5672]

Absolutely ! Can imagine Ryan telling Billy what happened, with a few adjectives thrown in.

[@cj8947]

Oh yes we do and oh yes Billy reeled us in with that one!!

[@charlesmcdermott6139]

Yannis is a real blessing for you! He is learning from the masters! He looks nice without the hat.

[@clarkstone-bear7742]

I was literally just thinking iv never seen him without a hat until this episode.

[@Sueboopbedoo]

I'm intrigued to know what happened to Ryan when he stayed over! Yannis is a little diamond, you're so lucky to have him, Billy, and with such a great teacher 😊 I love watching you all each day 😊

[@craftycalley]

Doesn’t the chandelier look lovely all lit up! Wonder what the library will end up looking like. All we have to do is watch this enjoyable KZbin site.

[@annaibarra3447]

That exactly what I thought as well! Just gorgeous.

[@joangreenwood5445]

You should start to think about sealing up the kitchen doors until you finish the entryway. Dust is easy to wipe up on the floors and cupboards but it will be a bugger to wipe down the chandelier. Lovely job!

[@pdq5465]

It’ll be so nice for the grandparents to move into a nicely refreshed home. It’s looking great. Well done everyone.

[@ryangilby]

This is exactly the kind of video that kept me coming back in the early days. Billy is actually showing the repetitive work he’s doing, no grand sweeping slow motion shots of scenery, and I don’t have to skip five minutes of drone footage every day.

[@TravelStephanie]

100% this.

[@JuSutton]

Everyone is so thorough and proud of their work (quite rightly) no shoddy work or "corner cutting" it's a real credit to you all & your channel is so interesting to watch. Well done on all the elegant progress you have made so far. 👍

[@pdq5465]

I like how Billy gives credit to everyone who suggests things & improvements. He’s such a nice guy.

[@bogusienombre355]

Buy a gas leak monitor for that enclosed area. Insulation might mask a big build up before you could detect it otherwise. Many old gaslines explode before anyone took an off smell seriously. With the insulation it might take longer to discover.

[@Kayze1242]

Usually gas bottles. Iive outside

[@rolhoreis6187]

​@@Kayze1242 true , or the room ventilated

[@melissahalbert9455]

Well done Billy! Well done Simon and Yannis!

[@lisajahn6839]

Fabulous episode! Great progress everywhere! Thank you all very much! Be well, stay safe all.💞💜😊🥰👍

[@davidjenkins1958]

This is one of my absolute favorite series on KZbin. Billy the first video I ever watched of yours was when you were repairing the roof on your Chateau. I haven’t missed a day since, thank you for keeping me entertained daily ever since. This is one families subscription I have and always enjoyed.

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Simon glad you're feeling better. You and Yanis are a superb team. Thank you for explaning and teaching us along the way! Much appreciated!

[@dandefordman]

Great job Billy I'd love to hear the story of Ryan getting scared at the convent after he spent a night there.

[@merrileeheard3889]

I had forgotten about that! I think it might be in one of Billys old vlogs!!

[@dandefordman]

Thanks I'll have to look for it

[@susanjones7872]

​@dandefordman let us know. Very curious. Don't remember hearing about that one!

[@cupcakesonrainydays]

Over my dead body will I stay there at night. 😂

[@pollytiks3885]

Was that the time Ryan brought in paranormal investigators to film activity?

[@LawrenceB123]

First rule of fight club Billy you don’t talk about fight club!

[@jefflawrentz1624]

That’s nice music you put with this vlog, Billy. Thanks for the tutorial on insulating interior walls. I appreciate the tutorial. 😃

[@martismastiffs]

Billy please tell us what happened… we all would love to know why Ryan won’t stay. Please!

[@SarahsUKGraveyard]

Yanis looks great showing his hair x

[@andreastieff]

That insulation will make the entry hall feel like a warm hug instead of a cavernous stone room. It’s wonderful seeing everything coming together. I look forward to the day when you begin welcoming guests and seeing their reactions to this splendid renovation.

[@mostlyinterested1016]

Always a pleasure watching you work, Billy.

[@dellamcconnochie]

Fascinating watching you work Billy just think of the history being stored away in these video's So 20 plus years from now your children and future generations can see how you have restored this old convent Your children are going to be so so amazed to see what their Dad has created All logged on you tube videos they will see how hard you worked a wonderful gift for the future as said making history 🎉🎉

[@tonyvriens7922]

This is one of the best filmed videos on your channel in ages. The fixed camera position with a wide shot makes it easy to see the work in context and avoids the confusion I experienced from the constant zooming and panning of previous videos. Well done. I also enjoyed this shorter format without all the excess B roll material.

[@christinemulka3614]

I love both, but this format is my favorite.

[@christinemulka3614]

Please encourage Yannis to wear eye protection whilst running the saw. We love to see Simon and Yannis laboring together so selflessly for the older generation; seeing to their comfort so beautifully. Billy, your video today of your work insulating the hallway beside the kitchen reminded me of what brought me to your channel. I loved the video. Praying for no bad things to happen after 4:30!!

[@TLMarzewski]

The blue upright keeps showing its worthiness with each project!

[@irenefriars4770]

Yannis and Simon the dream team, doing a fantastic job with cottage decoration and refurbishment.

[@JaxonsDd007]

Glad for the old time slot back.. Crack On Billy

[@JaxonsDd007]

You are never really alone when at the convent😊😢

[@choochoo9506]

I love it when you do your videos, Billy. It just feels like comin' home...

[@christinanewman5141]

The grandparents house will look lovely when finished

[@helenf9650]

I hope you’ll show us your grandparents place when they put the furniture in. It looks so charming.

[@Skattie]

With 5-6 meters up to the ceiling ,definitely needed to insulate the living space inside

[@fee2229]

Enjoying my morning coffee while watching & nearly choked when you said “Ryan stayed here one night & will never stay here again” 😂 ok now we need the full story of Ryan’s experience while trying to sleep there overnight

[@karensmith5116]

Is this why Ryan stopped remodeling the Convent apartment?

[@maryjanepate4359]

I always love your videos, they just seem more comfortable, also your choice of music to me is more appropriate. Thank you as always.

[@clintcollins7366]

You could always open that wall enough to just frame a full-sized door instead of trying to hide a small cabinet door. Make it a functional utility closet, maybe

[@christinemulka3614]

I love the idea. There's never enough storage.

[@clintcollins7366]

@@hbfmobile1882it’s a hole in the wall they opened to expose an old open space. His plan is to put a small gas container in there for the stove leaving a small cabinet door he’s going to try to hide with a piece of furniture. Let’s try to keep up.

[@helenstella2666]

Billy can I just say how much I love your channel & all the fabulous work going on. You are an inspiration .. all of you & you make me smile. Thank you ❤️

[@henrypaulpierce4160]

Don't know how much cooking you're planning on the Kitchen stove, and providing Village ordinances mandate..but if you don't mind the Propane Tank out in the back..I'd put a large tank outside and run your line through the intended wall to stove. Keep it a bit tidy in the hallway space..just a thought.

[@Kitty_mama9]

It's always great intro video and tunes.

[@user-ii8vw3vi8f]

Helping your grandparents is priceless. Enjoy the convent & all your adventures but this is special & beautiful to watch! From sunny Australia

[@Grandstreet1]

Insulting interior walls is great for both heating/AC but also sound transmission. Insulating the walls of bath, kitchen, bedroom. or even a hallway results in a more livable home.

[@sherrylelee8274]

Insulating 😂😉

[@petat13]

@@sherrylelee8274those walls are desperately in need of insults lol😅

[@AliWade1971]

Well, I have read through the comments and can’t see the obvious mentioned., so I will say it. Billy-No-Mates 😃❤️. So quiet at the Convent. It is like our farmhouse. I have to close all curtains/blinds, put lights on everywhere and have the tv on if I am by myself. Definitely keep hearing things and even worse when our cat jumps up and stares at an empty hallway 🫣😱. Simon & Janik are doing a fantastic job. Wish I could be there to help you all.

[@OnLongIsland]

Lol I do the same when home alone even though nothing happens. All lights on and TV or Mac is on.

[@charlesstrunk3413]

I don't think it advisable to put gas bottles into a recess internally, better to put them in the space outside in the courtyard. I did this in a previous home and it was so easy to change them over and didn't have to worry about escaping gas from the connection.

[@steveschulte8696]

Nobody wants to run out of gas in the middle of meal preparation. In the long term, get a large LPG/propane/butane tank on the property. The floor in the grandparents place looks great. Praise to Simon for the fiddley bits around the fireplace.

[@lesliejanson]

love the floor of the hallway

[@carolwhite6979]

there is some5hing very satisfying and peaceful about having a quiet day working on your own, having the space to yourself and your own thoughts. Just be sure to follow the basic rules. Someone checking in with you to make sure all is well. enjoy your day!

[@brendathoms5588]

Must feel a lot warmer already! Nice job Billy!

[@jeanettedurney6507]

Do tell us Billy about why Ryan won’t stay at the convent alone after dark. What happened, I bet I’m not the only one that wants to know please. Looking great all your renovations.

[@janabeckman545]

Billy, you are spot on about stone walls. Many buildings where I live are limestone rock buildings. Once the stone is cold, it takes an incredible amount of heat to get them warm again. Love the rockwool product. Better thermal capabilities than fiberglass, less itchy and no need for a facemask. The hallway has two exterior doors, so it is doubly important to keep the stone from cooling. Great progress at your grandparents home. I looked up the difference between cove and crown moulding. Now I understand why Simon did not cope cut the corners

[@pitsnipe5559]

Putting a vent in the door to the gas bottle storage, great idea. Putting a piece of furniture in front of the door, very bad idea. Suggest having your carpenter make a louvered door. Another idea, open up the wall to the full size of a door so it looks like a closet. Sorry, can’t get over a bunch of grown men afraid to stay in an old building after dark. Really? 😊 Great job on the insulation by the way. Very neat and workmen like.

[@JuSutton]

Louvered doors not in keeping with the time period etc. of the Convent and a descreet door and vent doesn't need to be covered - a piece of furniture could be a chair e.g., dining type so that the vent would not be blocked but under the legs.

[@margielynch7196]

This is in reply to the person who was laughing about grown men being afraid. Maybe Billy can set up some kind of reward for whoever will stay there alone at night or he could just call ghost busters!😂😂😂❤❤

[@lorna5609]

Billy, my dear friend, I caught a glimpse of your lovely kitchen. I miss it so much! Couldn’t we just take a little break and go in and have a cup of tea? Please?!😊

[@TomTomicMic]

They will be back in when the coffee machine turns up and then the oak cupboard doors and counters and then the Belfast sinks, so a little more time in the Kitchen is guaranteed!?!

[@lorna5609]

@@TomTomicMicthanks for the reminders! I was desperate!

[@ursulahearnden9307]

Glad Simon is healing well

[@SweetOne.]

I was wondering why Ryan wasn't staying at the Convent, now we know lol. Any updates on the apartment renovations? Love the floors in your Grandparents house, so much better than the cold tile floors. I'm excited to see their kitchen when it gets going. Did they update the bathroom at all?

[@SweetOne.]

@@janetpendlebury6808 Billy mentioned at the end of this Video that Ryan had spent the night there once and wouldn't do it again. The office has everything someone needs to stay there. I think Alex slept there too or he was going to?

[@dorisbradshaw3823]

Great video billy , love the music , you are a natural in front of the camera ,

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Such accurate work...such a delight to watch the progress at grandparents and the convent.

[@mavep2855]

Divide and conquer! Simon and Yannis made great progress at your grandparents house and you did very well at the convent. Crack on 🙏❤️

[@Lady_dromeda]

The insulation just fitting in perfectly is super satisfying

[@gioiapharo7433]

its amazing how every step changes the look of your room …… from tearing down to building up …… ❤

[@Tuscanyflower68]

Admirable work Billy‼️ I really appreciate how you prefer to do a perfect job the first time around. That insulation is looking great with the sealing white tape. I enjoy that you take us to your grandparent’s house to look at the updates over there‼️👍🏻💙😍

[@monicariske]

"He will never stay here ever again" Billy's really selling it as a hotel 😂❤

[@dianalamm9938]

A bleed is concerning, I am glad it is healing Simon..

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

I’m pretty confident that 4 foot stone wall stops some air gaps. Probably work better without knocking holes in the walls haha. Will look amazing once it is finished. I highly encourage you NOT to put gas bottles inside unless you have at least two holes for airflow, one for air in and one for venting of any escaped/escaping gas. Of course gas detectors would be advisable as well.

[@OnLongIsland]

That concerns me as well.

[@brucekmules]

Agreed. Worry about the gas bottle situation. Wondering why not just have ordered electric version of stove/oven if not connecting to city gas?

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

@@brucekmulesI thought the same exact thing.

[@russnixon6020]

Fantastic job on the grandparents new home. That radial arm saw needs new brushes, the commutator cleaned up and new bearings for the motor.

[@Supercheeseburger666]

I like your idea for the cubby hole holding the tanks for the oven. I also like the tape as well. It make the job look clean and tidy. Yannis and Simon are doing a great job. Your grandparents will be moved in by the end of the month. 👍👍

[@jeanpurvis1620]

Always enjoy watching your progress on projects. You were wise to add that lift to your tool shed. And bravo on the progress at your grandparents new home. I’ve forgotten if you’ve ordered or purchased new doors in that room you were in, or if the threshold was removed during construction. That’s quite a cap on the bottom. As always well done!

[@TomTomicMic]

The entrance way has two sets of oak doors each end turning up in a month or two, which is about the time they will finish the internal work, perhaps that's why Billy is getting a move on at the Convent (The gap in the bottom of the door was due to the frame being removed at the bottom to fit stones underneath as part of the floor)!?!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Great job all around. Your grandparents will be so pleased with what Simon and Yannis have done 😍😘

[@debbietrebilcoe9441]

Great team amazing progress. Enjoy watching.

[@SquirrelDiaries]

So satisfying to see renovations progressing. Gives the rest of us confidence to start projects one day ourselves!

[@williamstevens4054]

I really like the work you have done so far on the convent and have yet to find any of your choices that I would strongly disagree with…until today. Having witnessed, first hand, the damage inflicted by a propane tank explosion I have reservations about storing not one but two propane tanks in a not easily accessed space with minimal ventilation. My alternative suggestion would be installing the propane tanks in the rear courtyard, possibly within a decorative enclosure, and run the gas pipe through the stud wall and into the kitchen. If, like me, you dislike wasted space, perhaps you could use the space for a coat room or the like.

[@lhmcd5538]

That’s a great idea for the gas bottles. I was fretting about that hole and thinking it should have a use but I couldn’t think of one so I didn’t say anything. As usual everyone has worked hard and looks wonderful. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe. Louisa.👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@siameseire]

I hope you feel better and better, Simon. I'm sorry you had a fall. winter is the darnedest pain. Soaky baths and liniment (maybe Sadie has some extra - not really). ☺ P.S. I sprinkle sand on my sidewalks and icy driveway path (and sweep it away when ice/snow is gone so it doesn't hurt the cement, etc.)

[@GizliBiraz]

At some point, I would love to hear how you met/found all these folks who help you out... they've been invaluable, and they're all such lovely folks with the same sort of heart and spirit you seem to have about renovation.

[@elchinator]

Astonishing, how Billy addresses the exact questions I have while watching the video, the same instant they pop up in my head! Spooky?!?

[@MaryDalton64]

Happens to me all the time. I get a thought about something that might look nice at the convent, and you can be sure Billy is going to tell us he has that same idea or something similar before the video is over.

[@offranceandengland-willwes2420]

Dont'cha just love Rockwool. Such a simple invention, but oh my goodness, those fibres..... they get everywhere!! Brilliant work Billy, as always!

[@wheretheroadtakesus523]

Totally agree Billy insulating interior walls is definitely worth it. We did the same when we renovated our home and it made a huge difference , with sound and warmth. Crack on. Lol

[@siameseire]

I Love the updates on your grandparents' home. Great work, Simon and Yanis and everyone.

[@geirnja6148]

Excellent video today, smooth editing and nice flow, and as always great progress on all the work you guys are doing, keep it up it's impressive!

[@dawnrobinson4194]

Insulation in internal walls is now a standard thing in New Zealand but we don't use tape. Also Insulation in the roof, or attic as you call it. Then board over top if you want to use the room later. Heat rises so it prevents heat loss through the ceiling. Maybe something to consider for your grandparents house to help keep the warmth in.

[@nokesbob2256]

Both places are moving right along. Ryan has a story to tell and we haven't heard it yet! I think it was brave of him staying here all by him self. I would never do that. The place is just to huge and too many noise's.

[@anneclark3642]

WOW!! Yanis is so handsome without his hoodie. xxx

[@melindalewingellis1923]

Billy could the utility door for the range be a plasterboard door? It would blend in and be flat behind furnishings. An old door latch and vent with it. An oak door will stand proud away from the wall. Well just a thought whatever you do will be nice.😀

[@lesleytaylor-brett4176]

It’s a shame that more people who watch these videos don’t hit the like button🤔. At the moment I am looking at 33 thousand views but ‘only’ 7 thousand likes🤷‍♀️. It feels like the least we can do is to hit the like button as a simple thank you for the work that goes into producing these videos. Wonder how many likes could be generated

[@lesleytaylor-brett4176]

@@beaudilecaliste6545 😆 No…. I hardly ever make comments on KZbin, but it just struck me that is a bit strange that these videos get so many views compared to the number of likes🤔. I am just someone who has been enjoying The Pethericks videos for most of 2023, and appreciate the work that goes into creating them. Maybe I am a bit unusual in that I try to remember to hit the like button anytime I see a video that I enjoy 🤷‍♀️. Feels like a small ‘thank you’ and doesn’t cost me anything to do.

[@elf5012]

It would be so interesting to have a before and after gallery showing the excellent work that you and your team have done. That third floor and the attic are very creepy. I wouldn't want to stay all night there either.

[@moxielouise]

I know life is easier for you with alex filming/editing but i like your videos and style so much more. I think you do a great job

[@pashatemurtem]

Putting up insulation in a high ceilinged room-been there! Hard workers, all! Yannis, you are a fantastic dynamo and how fast and well you learn! And Simon, I have tremendous admiration for the wealth and breadth of your skill and knowledge. Get well soon. Mr. Petherick you do not think small and you are a mentor, too!!! Hope the Grans are installed and soon at home. Best to Michael and I know Mr. Moon has been helping Ryan on his house. Salutations to Michael. "...there is no Fight Club!"

[@justsayin1958]

It would be nice to see a picture frame cutout located in the hallway showing the stone wall and use insulated glass to prevent heat loss. Maybe at a later time.

[@cupcakesonrainydays]

It will be awesome if Billy dedicates a room to display the findings and all types of things that was unexpected and unusual. Samples of stuff and so on. I know it sound like a mini museum but it's always so interesting to capture history in that way. Almost like scrapbooking but only in 3D form. Just a thought 💭

[@roywills5387]

Wow! Did ya'll see those display cabinets he bought that came out of a big library?

[@cupcakesonrainydays]

@@roywills5387 It's beautiful!

[@selinawilsonart]

The camera angle from the basement stairs! Bravo, welcome back to editing Billy 👏👏👏

[@lesliezagrobelny4820]

So glad the hall is getting done. Everyone is working so hard to get things done.

[@Julia-zj2ch]

Excellent use of the second doorway into the hall. The two doors actually might have been used for entering and exiting the kitchen by the nuns. I visited a monastery and that is how their kitchen to dining room was organized.

[@Lachdonin]

Insulating interior walls also allows you to selectively heat areas that as needed, rather than simply heating the whole thing all at once. Especially for larger buildings with multitudes of rooms, it leads to considerably higher energy efficiency.

[@mrs.hurley-wk5nu]

I’d think those “spooky spirits “ would love all that you do. I certainly love it.

[@justinanovak8040]

Especially with the exterior entries on both ends of this… insulating totally makes sense to cut drafts every time one of the doors open. PS probably need a case of the tape… wonder would they give you a bulk discount?

[@karenjakubowski6370]

Billy you peaked our interest... what happened to Ryan when he spent the night!! Would love to hear all the spooky details !

[@bendoroff5026]

I want that story of Ryan spending the night now! What happened?!?!

[@mariagillinson8527]

BILLY Put casters on the legs of the furniture in from of the gas cylinder door so easy to just roll the furniture away to change the cylinders when it’s out of gas… just a handy idea I think! I found casters with small break on them not to move accidentally … been a lifesaver when I’m alone !

[@dorothywalters7448]

You make it all look so easy.... and nice too.

[@lisaford1088]

It would be so cool to reclaim all the old paneling from the attic and everywhere its been used for purpose it wasn’t meant for and line the walls in the entry as high up as you can It would also be a way to disguise the gas for the stove

[@SusieMonk-jh8tj]

Wow Billy you made that look easy. Great idea to put the gas bottle in the hall, much safer . Simon and Yannis the dream team as ever. 👏👏❤❤

[@deannfausett3923]

Looks like all of you got a lot accomplished today!

[@gaelliott61]

Aside from liking everything in this video, I especially am loving this music.