THE NEXT PHASE | RENOVATION MONTH 6 | Laura Melhuish-Sprague

[@ArabellaWright]

You guys are such a sweet couple and your KZbin has grown a lot in the last 6 months! Honestly I'm sure others would agree that we wouldn't mind you putting some more adverts in your videos - especially based on the views you're getting. It can be a small help with the financials but also KZbin prioritises monetised vides and it would be great to see a genuine, down to earth and humble couple like you guys grow your channel and be able to work with brands.

[@ArabellaWright]

@Ronja Giesen Oh I completely agree - just beginning and end was what I was thinking. Can't stand the constant ads aaaaall the way through. From what I could tell Laura doesn't monetise at all which is a shame as she gets great views and I'm always happy for one or two as I feel it's only fair being that I don't pay for the content.

[@ArabellaWright]

@Ronja Giesen Totally agree!!

[@SamarkandChan]

@Ronja Giesen well, the creators you watch get a cut of your youtube premium.

[@SamarkandChan]

@Ronja Giesen yes, it is really hard. :/

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Arabelle 😊 I go back and forth with monetising the videos and it's so lovely to hear that you would be supportive either way! It is certainly not as lucrative as people think and KZbin as a whole is quite confusing with how it all works ( I didn't even know they prioritised monetised videos) Thank you!! x

[@SamarkandChan]

As someone from Northern Norway (really cold place) I never understood the British obsession with carpeted floors, we don't have them at all here. (I've at least never seen them in any homes) and there are reindeer eating flowers in our garden in the summer and Northern lights in the winter here. In other words; we're far north. I personally think wooden floors (that don't have massive cracks or anything like that that will let the cold through) with a big rug over is much more flexible. If the rug gets grim you can always wash it or replace it.

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

You have painted the most beautiful picture in my head about where you live - It must be magical! I feel the same about carpet and I like the idea that the interior of the room can be changed up over the years! Thank you 😊

[@SamarkandChan]

@@LauraMelhuishSprague It is very magical and picturesque! But I sort of have to travel away for holiday to remember it, as anywhere you live becomes normal to you after a while.

[@abcxyz-cx4mr]

Keyholder - I’m British English and i don’t understand it either (a lot of us renovate our homes and get rid of the carpets, my house is entirely wooden floored, with tiles in the kitchen, bathroom, and toilet room), the only pro of carpets floors are that it’s comfortable to sit on

[@greysonjake9998]

InstaBlaster...

[@meganelise277]

I would love more frequent videos, even if less gets done!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Megan 💕 Would you also like it to be more day to day or just renovation/DIY?

[@katarinastevanovic5113]

Would love to see more vlog-y content in the house!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Katharina, will have to keep the camera charged and ready to use more often 😊

[@noocronje261]

I think you should do a weekly video of little task you do and then one big transformation video (before and after) at the end of the month 🤔

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

I think this would work the best too! Thank you 😊

[@lucianaperez6690]

Laura Melhuish-Sprague yes! Definitely!

[@nataliekeane8944]

Oh please Ollie and Laura, try to keep the original timber windows, my husband and I renovated an old house , actually two, (by Aussie standards) and we restored all the windows, we even had leadlight replaced that was damaged. It cost us hardly anything because we did it ourselves but if you can afford to have them done and the price is similar to new PVC, definitely restore. The quickest way to devalue a house is by putting in new windows that aren't timber! I used to want to cry when others would rip out their stunning original windows and stick in aluminium framed! Thanks for this video btw, I LOVE watching your reno journey. It's one of my fave things to do myself and I so appreciate people saving old houses, especially young couples doing it all themselves, just as we did. GOOD JOB. X

[@F-J.]

Sunrise in the bedroom is the best thing. Sunset in the garden is gorgeous.

[@roxannewalby7076]

Love the big monthly videos but it would also be awesome to see smaller blog style videos throughout the month also, getting so many tips from these and the downstairs was done so beautifully x

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Roxanne! Are you currently renovating? Glad they are helping, it can feel so overwhelming, especially all the decision making! x

[@roxannewalby7076]

@@LauraMelhuishSprague Not yet, but we are looking to buy a similar style house in the next year that needs renovating so I'm researching as much as I can. Your videos are so good, especially as you are doing so much of the work yourselves. You must be really proud of the work done so far. I can't wait to see how you do the upstairs! Great idea also to get an architect for the middle, having seen this done previously on a friends property, it's so surprising how they come up with amazing ideas that you never would have thought of! Good luck with the next phase :) x

[@carethmatzenbacher6849]

My mother’s house is 100 years old and she had an organization come through to see about replacing her windows since they her original and hardwood framed single pane. She thought for energy reasons she would have to have them replaced and they said that they are more energy efficient than people think and she isn’t losing heat or gaining it by them being there so she should keep them which adds value in the end! If I were you I would get them repaired for now and then maybe later you could change the glass if you thought that was needed! But if you can save it keep it! I know the house is probably older than 100 but my mom is in America so we don’t have many old homes standing here haha

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Careth! That's insane but I suppose the reason why they aren't always efficient is that they are drafty, as after all they have been around for 100 plus years! It was super nice for the organisation to tell your mum to keep the originals in and not try and persuade her to change them 😊

[@christinecoates2499]

Would love to see a weekly blog of all the renovation work. You're a lovely couple xx

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thank you 😊 I will definitely try and get some more content out in September! X

[@joleene2044]

I’m thinking they used that small room with the toilet in as a photography dark room.. if they had a red light & had removed the window 🤔

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

YES! That would make so much sense and thankfully makes it feel a lot less creepy now! Thank you!!

[@joleene2044]

Haha.. at least it doesn’t have to creep you out anymore! Loving all the renovation videos anyway 😊

[@jmulvey05]

Right I was just thinking that!

[@kirbird]

Except what is with that picture on the wall behind the toilet!?

[@meganelise277]

So exciting! I would swap your vanity and toilet in that upstairs room, that way you’re not walking straight into the toilet.Vanity, then toilet, then shower is a much more conventional (in a good way) layout 😊

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

That's very true! I recon I will take out the shelving and position the toilet and sink in there to get an idea of space 😆

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@LauraMelhuishSprague Wet room style would be good with your toilet near to the exterior wall to minimise plumbing costs. x

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 🖤🖤🖤

[@whatzupLizzy]

Nice to see your progress! Thanks for sharing

[@rociotassone4734]

I LOVE both the striped and the flowerish Wallpaper in 2nd room! 💜 if you're planning on using it as another living room, I thinks it looks very sophisticated and cosy at the same time just the way it is now. Videos more often, would be so nice ! 😊👍 Congratulations on the house and the great work you ve been doing so far, always with a smile and positive attitude. Xoxo, From Argentina!!

[@mt_goose]

You can get a carpenter to repair/refurb your current windows. While doing this there is a possibility of converting them to double glazing with increasing the size of the recess. You will often be surprised the condition the windows are in once the old paint work has been stripped.

[@sairdie]

I really enjoyed this different style of video. It' so lovely to see the dynamic between you when you don't both have paintbrushes in hand! Renovation videos every two weeks would be great but so would a bumper monthly version - do whatever works best for you!! It made me laugh to see you 'discovering' the carpet in your attic - I'm renovating too and my attic contained the off-cuts from every carpet in the house AND the previous kitchen which had been carefully dismantled. It must have been more effort to put everything up there than it would have been to put it in a skip!!!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Really happy you enjoyed it because I felt like I nattered on a bit 😊 ! No way, I couldn't imagine finding a kitchen up there too! Ollie and I always joke about when we are going to find the hidden gold as everything we come across is rubbish! Hope the renovations are going well!

[@sairdie]

@@LauraMelhuishSprague My renovations have been going slowly this year but your videos are definitely helping with motivation! Hope you find the hidden gold soon 😊

[@mariabattarra2357]

In Italy you can install double glazing on wooden frames. They are so much more beautiful, keep them :)

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

I'll have to look into this! I think you can here but they have to be brand new 😊

[@Norwaycat91]

Big monthly with a little vlogtype update in between sounds perfect! It's so exiting following your progress on the house!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

I think that would be the best of both worlds, I can show a little bit more on a regular basis but also carry on with the big monthly :) It's lovely having you follow along with us!

[@madonnawayne4130]

As for flooring, I would install wood floors or refinish those that are salvageable and then you just roll out a room rug on top for warmth. I have a hundred year old house, and in our upstairs bedrooms we did that and never regretted it. Wood is worth the cost, and the carpet provides sound deadening for the floor below and also adds comfort. Plus the wood always looks suitable.

[@Loveerta]

After the red lightbulb comment in the "creepy room" it dawned on me that it might have been used as a photography dark room at some point? That shelving along the wall would definitely also fit into that scenario 😊

[@siobhansievers-davis6471]

As a teenager that upstairs would make such a cool bedroom area u would feel like u had a lot of your own space

[@casswilson3964]

Definitely fortnightly reno vids. But would also LOOOOVE the vlogy style updates. The more the better!!!!

[@oakley7540]

Hi did u know u can put the boiler in the attic and just put controls down stairs x

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

oakley7540 I had no idea, thank you! That could be perfect x

[@MrsKatieHeath]

Loved this video, can’t wait to see the renovations in the upstairs. Love what you have planned for the bathroom! Also, the fireplace in the striped bedroom (actually love the stripe wallpaper too) is stunning! 💗

[@sabinebente8860]

You could also insulate/sound proof the floors! I thought it was easy to diy :)

[@amie8329]

Hi Laura & Ollie, Big fan 👋🏼 I’m renovating a 90 y.o Weatherboard Queenslander, in Australia. We were going to replace our timber windows but got them stripped, reputtied and primed with an undercoat. They now look almost brand new, but retain the character of the home. Personally, we are so glad we didn’t resort to aluminium/pvc windows because they’re something you see inside and outside the house. If you want some before and after photos I can send them through. Keep up the hard work, you’re both an inspiration xoxo

[@elizabethhogg610]

So many hidden treasures .. ! I had my original sash windows .. for years .. they are lovely . A lot of upkeep . New sash cords ect . Very drafty and rattled . Had them replaced .. with new pvc . Never looked back . You can replace . With new pvc sash ones . Would be great .. plus a lot warmer . X

[@juliafoster6172]

The front top room with the lovely view - the window would be nice as French windows with a Juliet balcony juxxxx

[@joannegiles8785]

I’m loving your renovation story, the house is gorgeous, I got a little excited when you unwrapped the carpet, my parents had exactly the same carpet in their lounge in the 80’s as you did back then 🤣🤣

[@kyliefannon4241]

Love the plans - such a fantastic house with loads of potential. I would love to have more frequent vlog-style up-dates alongside your detailed monthly video.

[@tn763]

EVERY 2 WEEKS / VLOG STYLE PLEASE. So excited to see how everything turns out! Thanks for sharing!

[@miladeb]

because of the cost we chose new pvc windows.i was crying about losing original wooden ones etc.but we were soooo much warmer in the winter!!!! cant even compare our first winter in the house to the one after changing windows and doors. it looks good.heating bills dramatically dropped too. its worth it

[@zeynepp71]

Weekly renıvation video would be perfect

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

🙏 💕

[@stepheniereynolds6130]

Genuinely look forward to your videos and set time aside to watch them so would love love love more frequent ones!

[@imogenminoli238]

Please please please do a video of the ground floor so far! And stying videos of downstairs plus continue with the Reno vlogs 💕 love your renovation videos so much xx

[@bethangillam4830]

Last year we replaced our old windows with timber sash. I must say they look beautiful but the practicalities of them make me wish we had gone for the alternative. They absorb water alot, especially being so high up on our 3rd flood and need oiling frequently with adverse weather. Our next door neighbours have just replaced their windows with wood grain effect uPVC sash windows and honestly they look identical next to ours without the maintenance that we have and for a fraction of the cost! If we did it again we would 100% got uPVC 😊 Love your videos and would love to see them more often x

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Really interesting, thanks Bethan! It's so difficult making these decisions on older properties as you want to preserve the character but also keep up with modern day techniques. We have looked at some wood grain effect PVC which you can get in bespoke colour, making them look so realistic but it's really interesting to hear that they look so similar to your timber sash! X

[@matildabredberg1920]

I would love vlog-style videos with house and interior updates! I really love your renovation-videos!

[@phoebematthews6928]

I'm super excited to see you guys work upstairs! Those rooms have loads of potential!! And I would love 2 vidoes per month xx

[@christinebrown7666]

i would love to see more renovation videos watched all of yours up to date your doing a great job keep them coming its going to look great your a lovely couple

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Christine, so lovely to know you have watched them all and been through the whole process with us :)

[@kerrypooler408]

so glad to be here with you both. The more vlogs - the better! looking forward

[@rebeccastratford539]

Definitely two-weekly videos! Looking forward to seeing the next stage of renovations 😊

[@SAFPHINA]

Definitely consider a small bath in that bathroom especially if top floor likely for future kids. Showers are really impractical until children older age. Pvc windows on top floor are totally ok!! Again with kids better insulated, safe. And honestly the ground floor living rooms are where u notice it mostly.

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

FiGi It would be lovely to have a bath up there! I’ll have a look at the smallest bath we can get, not sure it would fit though. Could always put one on the landing 😂

[@annemariedunne126]

Great update guys🤗would love to see a vlog style update every couple of weeks, really want to follow ye on your renovation journey🙌

[@serenabonini1406]

I recommend pvc windows. My mom, who lives in the southern USA spent a fortune restoring the original windows on her 1920s cottage. They look great, but it has done nothing to improve heat and cold loss. Plus, they require constant maintenance. I live in Italy and when I redid my apartment I opted to do double glazed PVC windows. It was the best decision I’ve ever made! It has made such a difference in terms of heat loss/gain. More than paid for itself. Also, I’ve had absolutely no problems with the PVC. It looks new after 20 years with no maintenance. Another option is to do PVC with wood interiors. You get the look of wood on the inside (where you’re actually going to be close enough to see it) and the practicality of PVC on the outside.

[@casswilson3964]

Love that you have shared your reno journey. I'm so inspired by your can-do attitude and really excited for summer in Australia when I can start giving this brick bungalow a bit of love. Looking forward to more of your content!

[@londonflats]

Hi, I refurbed my house and we put the boiler in the attic. We have a wifi controlled system so keep the controls downstairs. It's a mega flow boiler (recommended for bigger houses) and we always have plenty of pressure and hot water. Just make sure you understand the manual 'switches' around the boiler from your fitter. X

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Finding this out has literally made my day, I would love to put the boiler in the attic! If it isn't too much trouble, which one did you go for? X

[@gryffindorsphoenix]

We’ve put ours in the attic! It’s so nice and out the way!

[@londonflats]

@@LauraMelhuishSprague Hi Laura, we went for the Worcester Bosch one, it's been 18 months so far and we've not had any problems with it so far. Have a good chat with your plumber about it, their help is invaluable!

[@ashleymckee1140]

Personally I would go for the new wood windows and just do it in phases as you can afford to rather than pvc. I'd make temporary repairs to the current windows to get by. I find that the pvc windows just dont match the character and repairing single pane windows is just delaying replacing them. Double panes are way more efficient which saves money in heating anyway. However, I'm sure it will be lovely no matter what you decide. Best of luck!

[@annettebauerle5276]

We've kept the original windows in all of our renovations. We like the look and like to feel we're preserving the original features. It is pretty drafty, though! I believe you can get reasonably inexpensive internal (not exxternal) storms, which is something I always wanted to try.

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Annette. They really are drafty aren't they, the ones in our living room we can hear the wind howling through too 😂

[@larag1764]

Discovered your channel this morning. Love it. For the upstairs bathroom, I suggest putting basin nearest the door, instead of the toilet/WC. Best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺

[@daisywilkinson6464]

I would definitely go with PVC sash! Loving the updates and following along with the renovations ☺️

[@demiechioni6627]

Hey! Just a little tip from a conveyancer! Make sure you check your Title Deeds before making too many changes as there may be covenants that you need to obey by. There may be restrictions about changing the outside appearance of the house.. but I would definitely keep the old style windows. I love the look of them!!

[@taniasmith610]

Love watching you both and I feel very motivated after. Would love to see a weekly vlog and then a monthly vlog as well. Keep up the good work.😊

[@jacquieincolour9084]

Congratulations on moving to the next phase! Every 2 weeks? Yes please! 👏👏👏😃

[@siancox5846]

I would love two weekly videos . Good luck with next stage 😉

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Thanks Sian, need all the luck, especially with the DIY tasks! 😁

[@siobhansievers-davis6471]

They probably used the room to develope photos if the light is red and there's no window also the person who previously lived her looks to be quite artsy

[@Jojoeyjo]

This is so exciting I'm loving all your videos! - I was going to say please do a "what's in our attic" episode or a "strange things we found in the house" video but you've treated us with both already. It looks like you uncovered some estranged carpets, I think they could look fantastic with some whipping and binding Do you think you could share some content about what you would love for each room? I know you can't buy your perfect kitchen yet but if you could what would it look like? Maybe you could do a video on how you will decorate the lodgers' space or talk about whether you will be designing some surface patterns for your furnishings. You two deserve a break, defo get some decorators in to help you out. BTW, I wouldn't mind watching an ad at the beginning and again halfway through your video so you can earn money to put into the reno. Well done guys!

[@ninabeitz6071]

I would really recommend to replace the windows. It's way more efficient in the future and is cheaper in the long run in case of energy/money wise. We did it in our home and can already tell a difference. It keeps the hot out in the summer and holds against the cold in the winter.

[@LouiseT2405]

I love any reno videos you do!! Can’t wait to see how the upstairs looks, excited for you to also redo that horrible bathroom with the mad collage walls 😹

[@pbutler]

I actually really like the stripy wallpaper upstairs! My parents put pvc sash windows in our house and they definitely make a big difference with outside noise and heat, obviously the timber ones would be the best in terms of look but I think for energy efficiency it’s a lot better to get the double glazing

[@madonnawayne4130]

As for the windows, we replaced our windows with new, on our 100 year old house, and I we are not happy with their lack of promised stability. We discussed this ad infinitum but some decisions can't be redone. Maybe windows are better now, we did this many years ago.

[@siowat7911]

Get the UPVC windows, otherwise you have a job for life. Try to find room for a dumb waiter, especially if you are planning kids. Try to find room on the first floor (middle floor) for a 100cm x 100cm (internal measurements) cupboard with plumbing and tanked floor to stack a washing machine and tumble dryer in. Saves taking clothes up and down the stairs. Lovely house by the way.

[@bryarelizabeth]

Also!! I’m not sure if you showed the garden in your house tour but I’d loveeeee to see it more! Garden tour perhaps?

[@rahmaabdi1628]

Hey Laura and Oli, just going to grab a cuppa!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Rahma Abdi Good idea...there is a lot of chatting in this one ☺️

[@rahmaabdi1628]

Made it to 6.59 - thank you for sharing your journey with us. I hope to re-visit and comment soon, again. I think DIY is a great way to build a bond together! How did you remain focused whilst purchasing temporary furniture and not what you ultimately wanted?

[@djaneab]

We had the same problem with the windows, we ended up putting in UPVC sash windows, I was very sad, but the cost of any other option was prohibitive. They are nice and from a distance look exactly,to the same as a wooden option, the sash opening is lovely and they are very easy to maintain , so no regrets. But then we couldn’t have afforded any other option, lol

[@katrinp2555]

More is always more in terms of video content 😉 Loving seeing how it’s going!

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

Aha, more it is then! :)

[@tracyfarebrother2018]

Loved this can't wait 4 September updates it's going 2 be amazing up there xxx

[@lynnemellis]

For your windows, was it a window company you got the quote from? We live in a B listed building on Royal Deeside in Scotland. We have a brilliant local joiner and we replaced our original windows with double glazed case and sash windows for a really reasonable price. Just a thought if you can find someone local it'll be worth asking before you make a final decision. You're doing brilliantly, loving the feed. Lx

[@cynthia425]

Vlog style vids and Monthly vids are the best! I think you should get new windows they will def help with keeping heat in.

[@jaimeyeliza]

Just an idea but If your thinking of those rooms being kids rooms in the future, maybe having a bath in there instead of a shower room? So excited to see the next part of your renovation! X

[@LauraMelhuishSprague]

We need to do some measuring and see how we could fit a bath in because it would make sense! Thank you! x

[@loisporte1255]

I would suggest upvc windows they don’t look as nice but you’d be surprised they do some nicer ones now, also they don’t expand when it rains and they keep in the heat better than the original wooden windows, also it saves you money on heating bills long term, I was living in an old Victorian house for 7 years and it got so so cold in the winter with the drafts coming through the wooden windows. It also cost a fortune in heating bills because it just went straight out through the windows. Hope this helps loving the videos on the Reno xxxxxx

[@bobbysmith855]

Get pvc windows. They look good, easy to clean and most importantly they don't rattle and allow freezing wind in! 😉

[@veronikahanssen1934]

Yes! Every two weeks!

[@darbyking-maillot4105]

If you lay a new floor on top of the original floorboards wouldn’t that be better for soundproofing and insulating? I would lay the prefinished hardwood on top of the original floorboards for the bedrooms.

[@katiefuller7054]

I realize I'm watching this a year and a half after you've posted, and I'm sure i'll watch the makeover for this room in a couple videos.. But did anyone ever mention that lamp shade in the background of the first room you showed after the bathroom (you said it was your favorite)? It looks exactly like an Isamu Noguchi light - same coloring and similar structure. If it was really a Noguchi, it would be so amazing (and worth some $$)

[@astigraham3002]

How exciting!! Well done you both👍👍 .. is there any space to put sliding door for your bathroom ? It will give you lots of space inside the bathroom, just an idea 😉... we have a powder room at home with a sliding door to make the small space more roomy 😊

[@barbaraknapp6970]

What about a pocket door for the bathroom and possibly refinish the wood wall as an accent wall?

[@TheShivvysmith]

Please share what you decide about the windows - our house has windows in a very similar state to yours. At the moment we are just trying to get them all to open (!) and then i think give them a quick diy sand and repaint but we aren't sure what to do about them in the future - replace or refurb.

[@TheShivvysmith]

Also with us we aren't allowed the pvc windows :(

[@22Piroko]

This is a big ask for gumtree- but since you are moving the hatch and have a fairly big landing- I would see if you can find one of those cast iron spiral staircases to run up into the attic instead of the hatch. It would be charming on that top floor landing and you would be able to access and use that storage so much better. 💕

[@22Piroko]

Also three bird Reno’s do a bathroom lay out often that might work for you. Starting from the back of the room there is a bath with a shower head next to it and then a glass screen. Then toilet then sink closest to the door. Because the shower is half open to the bath it needs a lot less room

[@reneeroyal9327]

Architect student here: go for double glazing ( I don't know if you said the PVC sash option came with double glazing), but that would be my call. You will spend less on heating, and also cold houses have such a terrible effect on health, that double glazing should be standard. If you want to save money, only double glaze the windows that are north facing (no direct sun) at first, and update the existing/get single glazed PVC for the other windows until you can afford to update it all. Hope this helps!

[@ginnyb4585]

Would love the more frequent vlogs and a monthly full update :-)

[@kimberlylamitie2869]

I’d love vlogs as it goes and then monthly updates. However, you have a lot on your plates so whatever you can manage. 😉

[@joanneingersoll9185]

Maybe the carpet that you found could have the edges bound.

[@ramya9710]

Hi Laura what kind of house is it? Terraced, semi, or detached?

[@emsjane69]

The brickwork that makes that arch going into the loft would look amazing all opened up into one room and into the loft so you could see it all! I wonder why they did it like that originally if no one was ever going to see it?

[@TheCinderella2711]

Its soo pretty. The arch is structural for the roof I think

[@lischiAK]

I live in a very old house in germany and let me tell you....there is nothing more important than good quality windows!!!! The heating cost you save over the years alone is so much. Yes keeping the originals is nice but living in a always half cold house (in winter at least) is not worth it in my opinion. (You two are so cute btw. :D )

[@lischiAK]

and yes pls more videos

[@barbaramassey3787]

Why do you want to remove fiberglass from the attic? Fiberglass is considered safe and efficient insulation. It is not like ground up paper insulation or asbestos. I added a second layer of fiberglass blanket to my attic to increase the R value and save on heating costs. Are practices so different in the UK compared to US?

[@anaosodrac]

I would keep the wood floors, but I absolutely hate carpet so maybe mine is not exactly an impartial opinion! If you're worried about the sound, there are some sound proofing products on the market that could possibly solve your problem. About the windows, I live in an old house and living with the original windows became a bit of a nightmare, overtime there were drafts coming from everywhere and the single glass wasn't helping with energy efficiency. We switched to PVC keeping a design respectful of the house and we couldn't be happier, from temperature to sound and everything in between, they are pretty near perfection.

[@bryarelizabeth]

I’d suggest carpeting any room’s that you’re planning to use as a bedroom 😊

[@jasminislam]

Every 2 weeks x

[@jamespittman]

I like your pretty video is very awesome.🤩

[@dannymurphy1779]

I would get your acrhitect to advise on the windows and the foam in the rafters. The windows are too low, they are not child safe and most likely do not conform to building regulations. If you left the window open a child could fall out. Don't know what your surveryor said about the foam but some foam traps moisture and can cause damp on the rafters. It can be a bodgers trick when you have no sarking felt and the roof is leaking. I would get the foam and the roof checked out professionally before doing any renovation work, it is best to start from the top down on these old houses. If you have a slate roof say you need to get the nails checked out, the nails usually fail after 100 years and need replacing.

[@jennyofthefirst]

Vlog style content! 😁

[@ngr6320]

Is that hanging dead rabbit picture in the creepy bathroom. Like what was the previous owner into. I am a rabbit person, so that room is defo the worst room.

[@sheilasaal9145]

Get new insulated windows when ever you can.

[@Youngirishbudgeter]

Every 2 weeks

[@larag1764]

ps shorter fortnightly vlogs, rather than lengthy, monthly blogs ?

[@ellieroberts3291]

Please don't put in any uPVC - even when people try to replicate the look of the original windows, it never looks right and once in they will probably never be changed again for proper replacements. So many older houses have been spoiled by plastic double glazing! I love the top floor room with the fireplace and understand your flooring dilemma. Floorboards look good, but can be noisy whilst carpet can cushion sound but take more looking after. Looking forward to watching your plans for the rest of the renovations taking shape.

[@Tashancian]

Check out Ranebrook windows they do really good price timber windows :) I’ve just had mine replaced in timber for the same price as PVC

[@cristeixeiradecarvalho4096]

This Voice anda your boyfriend? Beautiful, sensual Voice.