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[@brashers759]

Hi Dan, my Dad is a retired roofer, and my brother and I have worked with him since the mid eighties.. just wanted to suggest that with complex roof structures like yours, it’s often better to build everything on the ground first by mocking up walls with old railway sleepers ti get your levels and spacing right. Then build the frame, once you’ve done the main frame, rafters, ridges, dormers and battens, you could then elect to cut and ‘dry fit’ the tiles/slates. Once you’re happy with each section of roof (looks like you have 5 separate roofs), you can either deconstruct it and ferry it up and fit back together up top, or once tiles are removed from the dry fit, get the 5 roofs craned 🏗️ up on top. It reduces the amount of leg work at height, it reduces the hire period for scaffolding by about 75%!

[@hellofresh404]

Great Suggestions hopefuly he sees this post and considers this method👍

[@RamSkirata]

replying to bump this comment up! good tip!

[@laurabailey6414]

Sounds good advice

[@Frank-Thoresen]

A really great plan you gave. It doesn't seem like Dan is going through the comment section. Never seen him like any comment.

[@pernillemakholm645]

Great advice 👍

[@barbarawatson1667]

This is a rare and unique individual. Staying in the moment and not feeling overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of this project for one person and very limited funds to start off with. Amazing. Truly. 🇨🇦

[@mrfunkington]

You're naive.

[@Tubemanjac]

Dan could have an old soul of a Zen monk. 😊

[@user-mx6yh1xs4s]

Lol, how “zen” of you!

[@margaretlovelock7031]

@@user-mx6yh1xs4s😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@mindiscott9749]

Right?! Major respect for him! I don't know how he maintains that perspective.

[@christopherstevens7176]

In community notes, Dan posted 4 days ago that he is on holiday. I hope he has a great holiday. He certainly deserves it!

[@paulcarfantan6688]

Out of curiosity, what are community notes ?

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

Considering the numbers of subscribers there is on youtube you would think it would be nice to mention the holidays instead of """ see you tomorrow "". Maybe we are not important to the scheme anymore!

[@harz-romantik8981]

Thanks for the info. I was afraid that an accident had happened.

[@franzrogar]

@@paulcarfantan6688 I asked myself the same. Just went to his profile and there it is, on the top right side (next to videos) a tab named "community". It looks like a blog-alike section.

[@willy5732]

@@raffaellavitiello1762 not the first time he has done this "see you tomorrow" and wont be the last no doubt

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

This project is enormous and yet you take it one step at a time and you don’t get overwhelmed. You seem so overjoyed every step of the way. Talking about steps, please watch yours and be careful climbing, balancing at such great heights. Sometimes my heart skips 10 beats while watching you on the top beam without wearing a safety harness.

[@carolann6072]

We love you, Dan, because you see the beauty even though the work is hard and seemingly endless. Well done!!

[@Chateaulady]

Seems like we have the "old" Dan back!!! Has been way too long since you sat down & talked to us about your plans for the chateau. Thank you for finally doing that again.

[@Christofuzz-hc9xl]

As a Carpenter, I absolutely love this roof. Framing this in all aspects would really be enjoyable and challenging. Roofs like this is one of the few times I really like the challenges being a roof framing journeyman pose. This is Second Empire, Mansard.

[@paulcarfantan6688]

I am not an expert in roofs or carpentry but from what I have seen explained in other videos these chateaux roofs were basically built the same as the hull of a ship except upside down of course. The same carpenters would work on both constructions. No fooling.

[@Christofuzz-hc9xl]

@paulcarfantan6688 that makes sense. Here in America these styles roof were built largely around 1890 to 1910 alot. Nowadays they never build them. In fact, I've built so many houses I can't remember them all and I have never, not once built this style roof. This man has undertaken an enormous challenge. Very cool.

[@donzinette]

You're one courageous guy. Working by yourself and lifting things to heights is impressive. Also, you mentioned in an older video that you originally had no building experience and that you're learning by watching other KZbin videos. Incredible.

[@dwightwindrum7886]

You've hit a milestone being that high up. Congratulations Dan

[@deedimsdale720]

The puppies are getting big! Love seeing all the progress as you’re walking around the floors Dan! Seeing you sit on the wall “four” stories up was scary. But, I’m getting use to my nerves being in knots while watching your videos and I LOVE it! ❤

[@lindaedwards6683]

Yeah, when I see that he's posted a video, and also that I can see he's not in traction, I know I can relax a little. But only a little.

[@alc7020]

Your positivity is very contagious. Loving the ‘we’ mentality and “bits and pieces” engineering you’ve managed to unearth. You are single-handedly building a chateaux.

[@majorrgeek]

@annaleescobb1893 - Dan's building a Chateau with no plans, engineers assessments, council inspections is illegal and dangerous and could kill some one some day

[@1Waarheid]

@@majorrgeek You missed what he said in the video about an engineer. Did you watch the video?

[@majorrgeek]

@@1Waarheid- said is one thing but he needs to show some proof - I've been in touch with the French council and they have no lodgements for this work

[@jeannotek8483]

Man and his Castle! I didn’t realise just how beautiful the top structure was, until I saw the old photos. Oh my how magnificent it was. I cannot wait to see if you can put it all back as to how it was. Brilliant work and I so admire how positive you are.

[@gaelenecole4053]

Good morning team Dan ❤ What a mission ,vision and a dream coming true, Yes this is a huge deal and a Major accomplishment and to top it off a amazing milestone … From far and wide…..We are all so proud of you…. Rest well and we will see you tomorrow ❤

[@denisemastromina7821]

Thanks for explaining the in and outs of the roof rebuild Dan. And yes it's pretty amazing how quick you have reached roof level👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@jillychandler]

That roof looks so complicated! It is fantastic that you have those old pictures to go by, they are great to see. Especially the one with the guy up the top of the tower, who looks like he is holding a bottle, and having a great old time waving! Party chateau me thinks! I so hope that you are going to live at your Chateau once you have made it habitable? Your puppies are so gorgeous, and growing fast. xxx

[@peterwhite9261]

Dan, you still amaze me. The progress you have already made is incredible.

[@sabinejohnson5600]

I cannot wait to see part of the roof going up!!! I hope you will celebrate Dan, because we are all celebrating each achievement like it was our own🎉

[@thomasherrin6798]

He's doing well but it will be a while, it's not a job to do in the Winter, he may be better off putting a temporary roof on and repairing the inside over Winter!?!

[@ronaldhorton2438]

Your accomplishments are truly amazing. There is no arguing that fact. Should this have taken twice as long, it would still be amazing. Your five year plan may even be padded. Well done, Dan. Thank you. 🎉🎉

[@thomasherrin6798]

Ten year plan, to complete that one third will take another two years inside and out (Repair outside and render, repair and plaster or lime cement from basement up all walls to roof, fit windows and doors, fit ceilings and plaster, electrics, heating, fit roof, remove and fit new ground floor) three years the other side which is more or less the same, and four years the middle section, the most complicated part and assuming Nick will be doing the grounds!?!

[@rhondashuker3641]

You forget, the more he accomplishes, the faster he gets, the easier, templates are made, tools acquired. Stairs... eventually. Efficiency will increase. Don't sell him short... Dan's accomplishments so far have been nothing short of awe inspiring!

[@Nessy-of-the-Lynn]

@@rhondashuker3641 They are great accomplishments, but so far this is the rough work. I assume he will be doing all the work till the end. The sheer amount of brick work he has ahead of him will take a lot of time. Running new wiring, plumbing, tiling, etc. take a lot of time if you want to do it right. On top of that finishing work is the most time consuming. For example, it will astound you how much trim you need to finish just one room. Plus the angle cuts have to be perfect or they don't match up well. A single degree difference can add up over a long board. In addition many things like paint, varnishes, glues and epoxy take time to dry before you can take the next step, which usually is another coat of the same thing you just applied. It tends to be that the closer you are to done, the harder the work that is left is, in terms of time and patience. I do expect he will exceed our expectations on those as well, but I cannot see such a big place finished in five years unless he gets more helping hands. It would be better if people expected less of him so that he doesn't push himself too hard trying to please people. The work he is doing is exhausting. I would know as I have built several homes, one of which was around 5,000 square feet, including the foundation which we also built. It burned down thanks to squirrels chewing their way into the house about 20 years later. We then had to clean up the debris and rebuild. This time we made sure to make it squirrel proof and ran shielded wiring to prevent critters from chewing on the power wires again. Thankfully so far not even a mouse has been able to enter. We went a little crazy with the pest prevention this time around as we are a bit more paranoid.

[@matiasgarcia5026]

I watch your videos but I don't understand anything about Argentina haha

[@kayenash5481]

@@thomasherrin6798 That's exaughsting thinking about it 😀, we'll all be in a heap after all that 😂

[@gioiapharo7433]

The Original Roof is Gorgeous ……Your roof is going to be Spectacular !

[@kimhaughton3771]

About the roof....."it's just screwing some boards together". 😂 Your positive attitude about literally everything is contagious! Nothing gets you down for long. You have a can-do spirit about you that is amazing to witness. Thank you for letting me/us witness your life! ❤

[@kimhaughton3771]

@@fotter9567 Dan made that comment AFTER explaining that he would be consulting and getting plans from structural engineers BEFORE proceeding any further on the roof. It's almost as if you didn't actually watch the video. MY comment was referring to his ability to see it as a challenge and a step by step process rather than rolling into a fetal position as most people might when faced with such a project. AND when all is said and done...when you've had a structural engineer provide advice and blueprints etc...the final thing to be done is to construct it accordingly and that means doing exactly what Dan said "screwing boards together" . I believe the reason Dan is able to do so much and keep such a good attitude is by breaking everything down to it's simplest steps. And then he does those steps one at a time in order and doesn't get bogged down by all the millions of steps that follow. One step at a time is getting him to his goal. It's actually quite genius. Thank God for people like your grandfather. I have great respect for engineers in all categories and believe they should especially be consulted in matters of structural integrity of a building. But Dan did say he was doing that.

[@kimhaughton3771]

@@fotter9567 I think I understand better. Thank you for clarifying. 👍 I suppose time will tell. Dan may surprise you. I can honestly say that he's surprised me many times.

[@maryb.7043]

Happy pups!! 🐕🐕 It's so cool that you are now able to explore the floors that didn't exist not too long ago. It exciting every day with your discoveries. It is a true Jack-and-the-Beanstalk moment.🧡

[@jameskyle380]

The original roof design was very beautiful. Love the different levels and the square turret. Love looking at the fireplace opening and chimney/flue out of top right. Be lovely to see smoke out the chimney/ chimneys one day.

[@lindaedwards6683]

Yeah, but who's going to shingle that beast. Looks pretty steep. I sure hope Dan gets a cherry picker for that.

[@theghost6412]

From the photo's it reminds me of the Adams Family home.

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

The square turret should be build on the ground and then lifted into place. Not sure howd' that work?

[@stevebengel1346]

I'm just here at the 8:00 mark enjoying the British guy using his German tools in his French chateau 😊

[@jamesbaker429]

​@@lindaedwards6683will have to be natural slate on listed historic buildings 100 plus years life and subject to high winds and lightning strikes at that exposed height.

[@terryross1754]

Your epic journey is a real example of what one person can do, with determination, a bit at a time, chipping away - chipping away. Everybody can relate to that when they are looking at a job or task that is big or seemingly impossible. So - no BS - you are an inspiration.

[@PortugalaGals]

I do hope that the info that you gave in this video will give 'comfort' to all those who have thought that you are, somehow, winging it with your renovation, Dan. Architects and civil engineers are providing detailed direction. Your home is going to be amazing! ❤🎉❤

[@RTCPhotoWork]

Yes, but some of them seem to watch this channel in order to worry and stress themselves out. They will worry about all the other things.

[@majorrgeek]

Dan has no architectural and engineers approvals - illegal building work goes on all the time and everywhere and it is downright dangerous and never "amazing"

[@Tomhohenadel]

Didn’t I hear the puppies say “Roof Roof “. Got to get it done. Another great video Dan.

[@cherriemater]

😁😅🤣😂🤣🙃😉😊

[@sheilaabayateye1558]

😂😂😂😂

[@robertamccutcheon]

😂😂

[@ainelawless1396]

😂😂

[@maryannferguson6291]

LOL

[@dankingjr.2088]

I don't know how this series turned up in my feed, but I'm stoked it did. Been watching the new episodes and slowly catching up on the old ones. Good work Dan!

[@user-mx6yh1xs4s]

Dan the man is an amazing man and Dad!

[@lindabryant4292]

@@user-mx6yh1xs4s plus he has puppies!

[@kerriebarron]

The roof in its intricacies is way more beautiful than I had imagined. Go Dan.

[@janettablackwell8287]

Have not seen Dan in awhile. Pray he is well and not fallen off .

[@littlebitofhope1489]

He is on vacation. Check the community tab.

[@hmeyers5114]

Incredible, Dan! You are proof that if you work at something every single day you can accomplish more than you thought possible! Those pups are growing bigger and stronger every day. My favorite Border Collie belonged to a Stage Carpenter. He knew the names of all the tools, including the different screwdrivers. We could be under a stage and he'd run up and bring back what we needed. I hope your girls learn the same skills!

[@cheriedoughan5583]

He has boys.

[@juliehilton1701]

Wow that’s amazing 🤩👍🏻

[@juliehilton1701]

@@cheriedoughan5583 no they’re girls named after the princesses in Frozen ???

[@Sgirl]

​@@cheriedoughan5583He's referring to the dogs, not Dan's kids. The dogs are girls.

[@hmeyers5114]

@@juliehilton1701 It WAS an amazing Border Collie! ❤

[@susandellet7121]

The marathon build continues at a pace but pausing to enjoy the effort labour put in to reach these levels in quite epic and do need to be savoured for you and viewers too

[@gnarbeljo8980]

That has to be one of the most satifying moments for you so far Dan. Being able to sit up there at the very top and take it all in. The views you and Nick created, all the work you've done, even your exotic round home. You've already come a long way in a short amount of time Dan! So happy for you, and impressed! ❤

[@erenareynolds6692]

We can see clearly now… the roof will be going up sooooon, Bravo Dan …you are at point of “raising the roof”, OMG! Beautiful up there!

[@moodiblues2]

When I saw the pictures of the old roof, I thought, ‘bon chance’. But when you first began your rebuild I thought the same thing and I am amazed at what you’ve accomplished. So, I will continue to sit back and watch with amazement.

[@quentint8742]

Just don't forget the lightening conductors on that roof. Once you are at that height, just like in the original, they are necessary.

[@Chereese0808]

And a light 🚨

[@amjjordan9247]

would be great if he could find old ones such as a rooster, etc. some also came with color ball. it's a "paratonnerre" in French.

[@mattaaronwalker88]

No second fires lol

[@churchlady]

Do we know what caused the original fire? Was the chateau occupied at that time?

[@charlesloeffler333]

Quentin, Are you referring to lightening rods? I now live in an open area with wide spaces between homes and none have them, and that surprised me when we moved here.

[@hazmania]

It IS a big deal! And it IS special! What you’ve achieved is literally monumental! The Chateaux will stand as a monument to those achievements, a testament to your incredible hard work, determination & drive, to push yourself ever upwards (literally) and onwards. You have (again literally) inspired awe & admiration from me & thousands of other people around (that word again, literally) the world, and if you’re not proud of yourself for all those accomplishments, you bliddy well should be! Well done Dan, really, REALLY BLIDDY WELL DONE!! Love from Annie, in Cornwall. 🙂🌸

[@lesleyelalami2562]

I can see a painting of Dan on the Staircase, dated for when he renovated it. Any oil painter good at portaits out there? LOL xxx

[@nancybottemiller2522]

Thanks for the picture of what the original house looked like, it's going to be splendid 😊

[@nikimp3]

Dan, your consistency is unique! Well done

[@mrfunkington]

His inconsistent is consistent.

[@lorrainel2314]

Great progress, Dan 🌟

[@hoosieriphone]

Dan,Dan the chateau MAN! Keep plugging away man. Love your work ethic. Love the videos. Look forward every day to watch them.

[@juliasteel373]

Wow the original roof was so detailed , I hadn’t noticed before the windows in the roof itself . I hope you will be able to replicate the original windows they are the icing on chateau cake . You have already done so much , can’t wait to see more !

[@patriciarinaldi9390]

The original roof was stunning . I am anticipating your roof coming together it will be equally as beautiful as you have invisioned it. Elisa and Anna are grow so fast they look like bookend with their respective markings. I keep thinking how hard you work and hoe resilient you body is to lift climb and carry.😮. Well done 👏🏻 ✔️ 👍 👌 😀 🙌 👏🏻 I am on the other side of the pond cheering for you. See you tomorrow 😊

[@carolynmehlow611]

Good morning Dan, also to the cute little puppies that are getting bigger everyday. The roof looks a bit complicated but you got this.

[@lindabryant4292]

I can't believe you are going to get to live in this place. Some of the shots now that there are floors really start to give a feel for just how grand it really is. It is so wonderful to see the progress and all of your success. 🧡

[@jillwestgarth9495]

Dan posted on the community page five days ago. He’s on holiday. A well deserved holiday. 😊

[@casterman2]

The pups are lovely!

[@joanne.robert5576]

The most revealing thing for me watching this video was when Dan took down the barricade. This was put up originally so that orange trouser guy (Callum?) wouldn’t fall off the edge😂😂 and now there’s a floor!!!!😮 not only does that seem an age ago but shows how far Dan has come 🎉🎉🎉

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

Dan, your accomplishments on your Chateau ARE A BIG DEAL!!! And what a GORGEOUS CHATEAU you are reconstructing!!! 😎🏰🎶🎶🎶

[@nickywarner5826]

Dan I’m so excited to even THINK about a roof section… you blow my mind 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😁

[@preciousoil]

Although I'm a qualified building engineer I've never dealt with a mansard roof before. On looking into it it seems less complicated than I originally thought. The trusses are basically a rectangle supported on your floor joists((quite close to the inside of the wall), with angled rafters supported by the wall (concrete ring beam?) and a triangle with ridge beam above. Have you thought of putting in a lift - say in one of the bathroom sections off the turret? Even a simple electric hoist at present would be great for getting materials up to the upper floors. Great job so far! 😀

[@ElekZoliSopron]

Do you think this is statically ok? I think that the project is a nightmare, because even the most basic sizing has not been done. There is no dimensioning for tensile stress.

[@bb-lc8qh]

I wish you could keep the walls like this for a while, they are really beautiful. Your work is inspiring! Dan

[@dorothyhillbarnes7347]

It is a big deal, YOU ARE DOING IT. One shovel at a time, one beam at a time, and one brick at a time. I'm really amazed every day. LOVING YOUR DAILY VLOG.

[@linajackson4545]

It is so good that you are getting stuff done before winter. It is somewhat of a race against the clock to get a roof on asap. We are all cheering you on.

[@ChristieinFlorida]

Every single day there is a new achievement Dan. I absolutely love all the progress you are making. The teeth clinching when you are in a "scary" situation not so much. Lol. The puppies are so dang cute.

[@JeanBray-cj3lu]

WOW Dan!!! That is going to be a very expensive roof project!!! But, we know you can do it!!!

[@katherineleavitt7275]

It will be a miracle if you are able to rebuild the roof according to the pictures you showed us. I can't wait to follow your journey. Kathy USA 🇺🇸

[@MadonnaPM5]

WOW just WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You're an amazing inspiration! Just watch, people are going to start buying up ruins and rebuilding them as they watch you take the lead. Keep On Keeping On!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Libyinth]

To see that roof line again will be extraordinary

[@user-vp2qf8qr1m]

The building is just beautiful! The roof is a big part of the overall architecture. It was just waiting for you to come along.

[@ricardathomason5485]

You are an inspiration, staying so positive. You are making amazing progress. Wonderful seeing the pictures of the original roof. What a gorgeous chateau it was and will be again🙌👍😍

[@flo3799]

Dan I’m so pleased you are having a bit of a break. Your work ethic is something to be admired.

[@jasondillon6577]

Dan, you are almost there and you know how to figure out the old roof design. Keep reaching for the stars, even after the Chateau gets a new roof! ❤

[@Bronson1886]

You are amazing bringing back that beautiful Chateau and being up there on the top floor looks so beautiful and serene.

[@Peter-jo3wt]

Your sabbatical in light of the impending roof, is causing me to jones for more updates. Hi, my name is Peter... And I'm addicted to Escape to Rural France.

[@kululv]

amazing progress! I'm also glad you explained a little bit how you will be building the roof back, engineering wise. I really like that you stick to the original style!

[@theghost6412]

Getting the turret roof peak done will probably be the easiest of all the roofs. All you have to do is focus on shoring the turrets wall tops, get the dimensions and build the roof on the ground safely. When it is finished use a large crane to get it up there and sit it in place and secure it to the top of the walls. That is how most of the castle resorations get their turrets done without large amounts of expensive external scaffolding.

[@lantapaukku7629]

This is obvious route, but so far Mr Dan has found insidous ways to achieve quick results where reasonable man would have erected scaffoldings, built fixed stairs inside or hired a crane. I am excited to find out how the roof will appear on the top level. I think structural engineering and hse has killed my imagination... 😀

[@theghost6412]

@@lantapaukku7629 yeah i agree there, I think the same for me.

[@Mindsi]

Hey Dan, it looks like from the old pics that the turret should be where the ‘ new’ bricks are its a bit odd they have added a layer in the centre🎉🎉🎉🎉 @3:14

[@theghost6412]

@@Mindsi looks like there was another floor mid way up the turret roof, hence the windows. If you look at 2:52 there is someone right up the very top. So there is obviously ladders and trapdoors to get all the way up there.

[@Mindsi]

@@theghost6412 but why the big stack of red bricks? In the old photo it’s just the turret after the three levels?it’s a bit like the overlook hotel film set in the shining which had impossible geometry if it was real😂😅😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂

[@lauralaladarling3775]

It is very special Dan and quite spectacula! The roof is beautiful, so lovely to see the photos of the original Chateau and the man waving on top of the tower! This will be you in a few more years. Well done Dan it's all fantabulous. Your puppies are adorable. Xxx 🤗

[@LynnThompsonAuthor]

I can only imagine the sense of satisfaction you must feel! Your progress has been amazing.

[@ellenmadsen7308]

Love your enthusiasm. “After that it’s just build it!”

[@cherriemater]

Puppies! What a great way to start the video.,Hullo Anna ... hullo Elsa.

[@johnsimun6533]

Good dog. What a sight that is. As proud as I feel, I can’t imagine how you feel Dan. You are not only the King of your castle, but you are also building your castle from rubbles that you received that was left.

[@lindasteller]

Phew! Glad to read in the notes here that you are on holiday. I was beginning to fear you had fallen from the ramparts. Hope you are relaxing!

[@missglenellen]

So funny, on that first photo there is somebody on top of the turret waving with both arms! What a project, this roof consists of so many different structures.

[@kimbaxley7595]

The roof makes the building look completely different. I love it!

[@lyndalouise3480]

What can I say Dan, you never cease to amaze, pushing the timber up on to the scaffolding then pulling it up, your arms are definitely getting a work out, good luck with the next step, getting measurements for the roof, the hundred and one other things you have to do, I have great faith you will accomplish it all. Stay safe, take some time out to rest and recoup, the pups are growing fast. 🙏👍😊🌈

[@eelain5937]

It's been 4 days --- You amaze me Dan with what you have accomplished by yourself. So dangerous and since you haven't posted in 4our days, I hope you are ok -- no accidents!!

[@ahm27emi]

I’ll hope so too

[@Chateaulady]

He posted on the community page that he was on holiday. On Instagram, he posted pics of himself in front of the pyramids

[@SarHje]

@@ChateauladyWell, that sounds better.

[@eelain5937]

@@Chateaulady Thank you for that information.

[@michellematthews8332]

It's an astounding achievement Dan! I'm so happy for you 🤗.

[@dianesmith5254]

Dan you are doing a great job, you do keep me on the edge of my seat when your cliffhanging, 😊

[@maverickflint1991]

Good morning sir. Good to see you and the puppies and knowing that you're doing okay and you got some rest last night. 🙂👍❤️🤗

[@anacrix]

It’s incredible that measuring and planning the roof is now just around the corner, well done Dan! As Italians say ‘piano, piano vai lontano’ and you’ve come really far with the renovation in such short time. Congrats and keep crushing it! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ernstjansen7734]

That piano sounds lovely. I got help in translation the music in “little by little you go far away”. Right enough ? 😊

[@bondfieldmarcoux833]

What an amazing producer/❤❤❤genius octopus you are? Was introduced to your site by way of your gardening at Chateau de la Lande. Any now I discover a Jack of all trades and master of ALL things material and an enthusiasm that makes us soar!

[@fredleescott2874]

I still can't believe this! What work! I am so proud of you for working so hard for your beautiful family!

[@leah-wp3dx]

It is a big deal Dan! Huge accomplishment!! I can't wait to see more 😊

[@t-worx4458]

Really looking forward each day seeing how you progress with the chateau! Just love the love you put into every piece of wood, scoop of cement, brick and stone you put back into place on it, this chateau will be a labour of love and a lovely place to live in for your family!

[@janasybrandy6525]

I love that every step is still wondrous to you! I can't speak for everyone but it is to me as well.

[@cgp1442]

I've watch since you were first at chateau L. You have accomplished sooo much, and it hit me today that you really should be having more sponsors for materials, tools, etc. Is there a reason why you don't? Do companies not know about you and what you're doing ? We, all your viewers, should step in and help you get connected. I know you are basically a one man operation ( except for nick etc ) but would love for experienced tradesmen to step in and volunteer thier services. Ie.. roofing companies, master carpenters that could re-build your staircases, doors etc. You can still be the one who designs it , but let them do the labor and installation, while you work on other areas. You are amazing Dan 👏 ❤️ 👍

[@cassmacdonald-perfectlyimp2486]

YAS number 4! Hello fellow ETRF fam! How much danger can Dan put himself into today?! 😜

[@gloriagavaneli9862]

Dan your work is amazing and your photography brilliant. A lovely photo where you are sitting at the top with the colours behind you ❤

[@jenniferstrachan7084]

I continue to be in awe of this project You are totally amazing with your optimism and dedication to this beautiful building Keep plodding on as all of your hard work will eventually come to fruition ❤

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

It feels like a big deal because IT IS a big deal! You're accomplishing goals you've worked so hard to achieve! Congratulations! Watching every day from the US! ❤

[@milkweeddreams8828]

It must give you such great pleasure to walk out into the ol' gal of a morning and look up, so exciting to see progress...and to have photos of the original roof...SPLENDID...!

[@handmadetreasuresbytari2976]

Talking things through, brings us all along with you to see your vision! Just splendid Dan!

[@cherylmcnair5594]

What may seem daunting to some is merely an opportunity to succeed to you Dan, I feel your elations at sitting on the attic floor and working out plans for the roof reconstruction 😊

[@justincollins1]

Keep the ring beam to rest trusses on shorter lengths otherwise you risk the oak beams twisting and moving. Make sure they are well air dried

[@linshannon4480]

It's marvelous that you're actually working in the house, on different floors, and it's mostly all accessible. It's such an accomplishment. And now you get to use all the clues left by the disaster to recreate a roof. It's very exciting to follow along.

[@sagelavender3281]

Dan, you’re so close to the roof now, and it’s unbelievable! Good job, but don’t forget that your safety and s the most important🍀

[@abeautifulworld3781]

Beautiful!!!! Each room has its own special qualities. Enjoy each step.

[@gerryhartung736]

The method of framing the roof starts essentially by building a room within a room. When you ascertain the pitch of the lower half, and the height of the ceiling of inner room. Then you can build a pony (set back) wall. Then the lower pitched rafters set on the outside plate of rock walls, and the top of the rafter rests on the top plate of the inner wall. The lower pitch of the higher roof can be trusted, providing a ceiling, slope of roof, and span the entire room. Hip trusses can be used on the upper roof. Framing lower pitch of mansard/mansart roof becomes general carpentry.

[@Slaughterman1000]

A mansard roof to build is very complicated. U need a pro roofer to Do it right

[@matthewblue7839]

At Andy, why the snarky comment ? I personally heve little idea how to go about the roof build and appreciate someone describing one approach: contributes to the learning experience. Go Dan go !!!

[@Ragnar8504]

The pony walls would would be temporary though, wouldn't they? At least I'm fairly convinced the original design didn't have walls below the pitch change.

[@Stephen.sullivan]

I am so excited for you Dan the progress is amazing huge congratulations buddy !!! Stay safe, fun see, positive and working safely 👍👍👍🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@juliehardy7510]

It is a big deal! Every added detail will give you pleasure. Enjoy your achievements 🥰 I cannot imagine how much that roof will cost 😱

[@irenehopkinson807]

Loved the knock it up screw a few bits of wood together, get a roof on...then the shrug. Way to go Dan