Restoring The ORIGINAL Château Entrance | BEFORE & AFTER. Ep 54

Bonjour à tous,
This week at the château, the original entrance on the south side of the building gets a full restoration. In 2020 when we first visited the château the double doors where sadly rotting away, letting and the elements into the château and slowly destroying it.
With the family worked hard to get them installed, it has been a journey of heartache and tears but we the family working through it all with some fantastic results at the end, and to see the before and after is amazing.
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We are a family from the North-East of England following our dream to restore a beautiful abandoned french Château. We discovered the heart stopping Château De Lalacelle in summer of 2020, this beautiful architectural monument Is set in the countryside of North-West France.
The moment we visited the Château we all fell in love, from the beautiful sweeping landscape and forests, to its stunning untouched interiors and magnificent spiral staircase in the turret.
Unfortunately Château De Lalacelle has been abandoned for a number of decades so will need a lot of restoration and DIY.
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[@svg7335]

2 weeks to 7 months. WOW!! I was happy to see your mom telling you how proud she was of you. I was thinking the same thing. She was beaming. WELL DONE!!

[@JW-kh9bm]

When you panned from the inside/out, I was stunned by those chairs and the drapery fabric! Both are rich in color. If your intent is to decorate like an Italian merchant and his silks, once you walk through the doors, one will be whisked to the 17th century. Everyone, including your fans, should be proud of your vision and hard work. Well done.

[@1jmass]

I love going back and watching these older videos. It shows just how far you have come in your restoration of this beautiful lady. Each door, window, wall, floor, even a piece of glass…they may be small things on their own, but together they all contribute to her final glory. It reminds me of the old saying about the way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.

[@arlineswardson6012]

So, so beautiful! Love the painted railings and the tiles are absolutely perfect. What an outstanding job you did with that challenging project. So inspiring 👏🏻

[@carolspitko5646]

The entryway doors are beautiful inside and out! Amazing!! The hardware and door handle is mind blowing, as well as the customary made wood door! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Great installation job…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@carolynellis387]

The amount of work on both doors, rescuing the wood, cutting the glass, all difficult sections, fitting them, locks, handles and they are utterly amazing. Stunning work

[@zander8018]

The Doors and surround just POP now Terry. I think the reason we follow is because you do Try. Your Mom is a blast... Thanks for sharing this adventure with us. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🧑‍🤝‍🧑🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@lancestricklin5271]

Great job Terry! Confidence is everything in construction isn’t it? Believe, conceive, and achieve. Believe is the most important one. I knew you’d have no problem with your glass cutting. I’ve worked as a glass cutter for 30 years and if you can get your hands on some of the proper pliers and have a sturdy table with good straight edges there’s no limit to the glass jobs you can handle on your own and save a ton. I’m a man who was taught that any job worth doing is worth doing correctly and I am really impressed by the quality of all your family’s work and the care that you put into all your projects. Your home is well on its way back to its original beauty. You’re polishing up a real jewel!

[@kathywillis7459]

Congratulations, the doors and floor are beautiful! I think I am just as excited to see the way you made up the entrance Terry. The chair, curtains, and candelabra, oh my! Just shaking my head with a smile on my face; it’s so gorgeous. Truly happy for you all about this milestone.

[@12tomeshaw]

You all are doing such a great job! Having renovated one house and then restored an 1827 townhouse, I know what it's like dealing with water-damaged wood rot. No easy task! Keep on going!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

@@12tomeshaw thank you so much 🙏🥰

[@seanb9815]

That Entrance is Fantastic and it's Like stepping back in time. Absolutely Beautiful, you must be very proud of yourself Terry. Love to all 🧡

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, yes I am happy with the final results 🥰

[@rawnut77]

A professional work. A new entrance doors. Lots of talents and skills and sweats. A chateau saved from ruins. Congratulations.

[@fierywomanpacnw7004]

The family of the previous owners must be filled with joy seeing how beautiful your work is. And the curtains and chair at the entrance are utterly g-o-r-g-e-o-u-s !!!

[@paulinecalvert8476]

The doors look beautiful and a fitting entrance to the chateau. You have all worked so hard and achieved so much in such a short time. Lovely to have seen it in the real. Terry your upholstery skills could become very much in command, when of course you have the time !!

[@ellenbirmingham1404]

What a stunning transformation to the Chateau entrance! Every time I view another video, I feel pride for both Terry & Ash, along with the remaining family members. Your love and support for each other, encouragement and pride show the whole world what family and love mean - In Action!! Another wonderful and motivating video - thanks!

[@milkweeddreams8828]

Totally agree with Tracy, the skill and determination of Terry is unmatched...but that chair and drapes just blew my mind...and the tile...and that door...awesome vision Terry...you guys all have great determination and skills...but that vision brought tears to my eyes, awesome job good folk...!

[@rosebudame]

🌟🌟🌟 Terry’s doors! 🌟🌟🌟 🌟🌟🌟 The tiles ! 🌟🌟🌟

[@ellenpaasch4743]

Excellent skill sets Terrie. Your work as an upholsterer shows. The doors look amazing. I’m delighted for both you and Ash.

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thanks Ellen!

[@paulchadwick4907]

Vast improvement, you should be very proud and happy . You've started bringing the Chateau back to a former time , the doors look stunning. Well done Terry , Ashley and family xx

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thanks Paul!

[@fredziffle5219]

👍Such good work! I watch this at night, all your work makes me tired, puts me to sleep. I did wood finishing nothing on the order of what you all have done but I learned I can feed the wood with furniture polish first, wait a couple hours to let it soak in & then when I add the stain finish it has a very proper furniture quality satin finish.

[@pamkullman8839]

What an excellent entrance now! Looks lovely! Great job! I must say, my favorite part is that the rusty railings are gone and are now nice and clean and white!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks pam

[@wernerdanler2742]

You, Terry, are a master craftsman. You've recreated the grand entry it was meant to be. Bravo!

[@glennmcgee1729]

The south entry now looks exponentially better, well done Terrie.

[@susbs]

WOW!!!!!! The front entrance looks stunning. Amazing work Terry, you are incredible. 💖

[@MRHSD]

I loved to see the clouds reflected in the transom windows.

[@elisabeth6108]

The tiles are the perfect finishing touch - elegant, historic and even practical! I love how they are part of the chateau's story past and now future. The breadth of your skills (and your patience) continues to astound.

[@janjohansson9495]

Love the entryway and doors. Someone worked hard on those railings too!

[@sarahknight118]

I really appreciate the importance of getting those doors in and just right. The first things people look for is the wow factor of turning into the Chateau, then the next wow factor would be walking up the steps to enter. Two massive ticks for appeal 👏

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank you Sarah! They truly are stunning!

[@normamurray4450]

Wow, what a difference finished doors make! You are talented Terry, the patience you have is amazing! So good to see you and Ash cracking on with something so beautiful! The entry looks gorgeous and like your Mum said, the work you do is amazing!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thankyou 🤗

[@peterolsen6454]

The door is looking fantastic both inside and out!

[@julielozano1852]

Looks amazing!! Well done Ash & Terry!! Teamwork makes the Dreamwork 🙌🙌🙌

[@perduealexandra5736]

I’ve had my breakfast, I’ve had my lunch.... I’m twiddling my thumbs waiting Can’t Wait!! So excited 😂😂 I’ll do a bit of sewing for the next hour until you come on Florida time 2:00 pm. Love you guys xxx💕🐥💕🐥💕

[@soulinspired143]

Wow what an accomplishment, well done Terry, the doors and entrance look amazing. Love the reuse of the old tiles and it's like it's meant to be. It looks absolutely beautiful and I am sure you are feeling so proud!

[@lindaa.3533]

Those tiles are FABULOUS!!! And great for an entry floor for the weather and dirty boots and shoes.

[@janeblandford852]

As always....looking forward to getting all of the updates.

[@patriciamilnes4793]

Was such a pleasure to watch last night's episode. How your skills set has grown Terry along with your confidence. Amazing piece of work and made me quite tearful to see how proud your dad, mum and Ash were of your chateau door renovation. It makes me even more sure that you will complete your chateau and grounds together because you all support each other. What an achievement already in only just over a year. Whenever I passed the chateau, many years ago, on my trips to Emmaus, I always wondered why someone would leave it abandoned and unloved! So lovely to see the changes. Long may it continue. Xx

[@Erohsab]

Fantastic work on the entry! It's crazy how the found tiles were a perfect fit - it was meant to be!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

That's what we thought 🤗🤗

[@charisoutofTexas]

That was an amazing job Terry! The floor tiles look like they’ve always been there.

[@LaReynedEpee]

I thought the curtains brought a wonderfully sumptuous touch and it gives us a glimpse of how great all the other rooms are going to look once they're done. And hopefully helps block out the cold in winter!

[@lw7240]

Amazing job terry on the doors and fitting the glass. Get you!!! Wahooo xxxx ❤️😘 the tiles look beautiful great job. I love it xxx 😘

[@lw7240]

Sorry praise to you too ash for helping him hun xx ❤️😘

[@cbfranke66]

The door and the railing look fabulous.

[@bernardhuneault7805]

Excellent to see one person in the video instead of a group parroting each other ya..ya. loved watching you meticulously completing your work. Great job overcoming your anxiety and completing the job. I like that you all have different strengths and you in particular, are so attentive to detail. Might be some of your mum's influence. Looking forward to more videos with focus on individual skills and strengths. Keep up the great work.

[@treenaspencer3710]

Terry,you can see how happy you are with the door and the floor, it is looking fabulous, well done you. People are so kind sending you lovely gifts. Take care. Love and hugs. X😊

[@cindylouhorsey3012]

Wow, simply gorgeous!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 😊

[@laurag2112]

Awww! Great Job Terry with the doors! What a craftsman! Love watching how lovingly you are restoring this lovely chateau! ❤️🇨🇦

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank Laura! He’s done an amazing job!

[@angelakilroe3271]

You must be very proud of him Tracy. I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again, best channel on KZbin.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Iam very very proud of him 🤗🤗🤗

[@ellaaltman2137]

Not to take away from ALL the improvements, but this is 100% my favorite VLOG. Just a beautiful, important transformation. From the bright white paint, the stain on the inside and the amazing find of the tiles that now sit proudly at the entrance to the Chateau - bravo to all of you!

[@BradVaughn]

The doors look amazing and make an important statement. The threshold tile looks like it has always been there. You have much to be proud of.

[@deirdregahansuttle5698]

Beautiful front door and steps. Love your filming too - slow and sweeping which gives us time to look and appreciate your work and skills.

[@elainegelina477]

Absolutely beautiful, the doors, the rails, the entrance…magnificent.

[@CMcKinnon1013]

Amen. When you said, "Just try."

[@marilynross9509]

The front door is awesome!

[@dianesang8428]

The entrance looks amazing. Love the gold and red curtains

[@bjbrown6884]

I have been watching and waiting for this since the beginning! Now she looks so much better, like a real lady with a gown instead of a pretend dress! Well done!

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank you! She really does! The old girl is starting to come alive again!

[@bogusienombre355]

Perfect lines on door edge with contrasting paint/stain! Wonderful job!

[@clarerobbins37]

Terry’s true grit and determination along with his skill, care and attention to detail has paid off tremendously. Entrance looks terrific 💪. A well earned drink and a day off deserved 🍷😊

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank you Clara! He’s certainly earned it!

[@brianswinscoe5412]

Brilliant job on the double glazed doors .AND the tiled floor. Eileen

[@lisawagner459]

Ash is right, your work is out of this world! I admire your hard work every week but this video is one of my favorites because I love these doors so much. Terry, I salute you 😉

[@33piolin]

It is so satisfying watching the projects being completed. Your workmanship is exquisite - all of you do such fantastic jobs🤩

[@boysrus2]

Great job! The new doors, door hardware, floor tile, decor and painted railings look gorgeous!

[@MsSherrydarling]

Oh my, they look amazing!! Great job Terry! The tiles look like they were there always. Loved the rooster putting in his cheers for a job well done👍🥰🇨🇦

[@janinehall3536]

The doors are beautiful. We'll done ❤

[@lejenni7591]

It really looks like it’s meant to be there. Absolutely fantastic!

[@juliehare3403]

Excellent glazing job! Doors look fantastic! What a great find in that beautiful tile! Looks like it belonged there all along, excellent skills you have!

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank you Julie!

[@lindagregory5125]

You and your family should be very proud.

[@dorotheaisserstedt9238]

Es ist bestimmt ein erhebendes Gefühl, wenn die Haustür endlich wieder richtig in Ordnung ist. Es ist ja die Visitenkarte des Hauses.

[@monicariske]

Good job on the doors Terry!!! 🤩🏰🚪🚪

[@ritaqualter9607]

You guys are amazing! Is there nothing you can’t do? Just think about it - you are essentially rebuilding a decades old chateau mostly by yourself! Well done, soon you’ll be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor. ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thankyou 🤗

[@CMcKinnon1013]

Thank you for taking us on ur journey. Love from AZ-US 😊❤

[@yapproger]

I love those floor tiles Terry no one would ever know they haven’t been on that spot all along. I bet you had a great wave of pride as you fitted the last one. What a lovely family you have all working together! I feel as though I am apart of your life as I watch all the episodes here. Many thanks for showing us the ups and downs, it’s really coming along so well. John🌈

[@suzannehartzenberg4944]

You did a good job with the tranthum windows on the front door you scared me when you grabbed the glass and snapped the top off. The doors look great well done.

[@karenbrindley7170]

The doors, floor, curtains and chair are all wonderful. Completely understand how much a of difference a swinging door can make. It is all behind you now and the light is pouring in. ✨️

[@paulbombardier8722]

That entryway is going to look incredible when it is all going to be done up. Between the tiling and the parquet floor....oh wow.

[@maryjanekolesar8325]

What a transformation indeed! Beautiful use of the tiles; looks like they were always meant to be there.

[@heidi8284]

Love the chateau but the beginning of the videos seems familiar 🤔 to a certain other chateau program I watch 😀good job its beautiful 😍

[@jeepgeek7259]

The front doors look absolutely stunning now!! You did such an amazing job ! Love the tiles!!

[@nancywalter9777]

Just found this today. Binge watched ++. It is like reading a great book Can not wait till the next chapter.Love your family and work. Vast improvement on your chateau and videos. The improvements are because. you have breathed life into both and our making it your own less music and more you

[@paean109]

Gosh the doors and the flooring look awesome. Great job Terry.. Adding the curtains and chair to the scene really makes it all look so awesome.. How exciting.

[@gregbolitho9775]

Nice goin blokes, my Dad and Uncle were Carpenters. I remember helping my Dad do stuff like that [I handed him the tools he asked for]. He would have been pleased to watch someone do that door an floor [Me too]. Thanks m8s!

[@peterwhite9261]

Wow, totally amazing. It is so beautiful and looks very professional. It is a very impressive entrance and the drapes chair and candelabra are worthy of having photos published in a osh magazine. The tiles are fabulous, the icing on the cake. I am so happy for you all.

[@nicolethijs5428]

Amazing job! I believe that this is a massive thing for you! Many congratulations! The stone entrance is beautiful and so practical! No more muddy footprints on the parquet flooring. A little tip .It might be nice for the givers if you show the presents that you get. I would have loved to see the quilts! As a quilter myself especialy.

[@kennethrush9363]

IT IS FANTASTIC what you done to the château and cottage in a short time all on your owns love watching on KZbin love to you all

[@leegarvey1]

OMG, when you started liting the old floor and we see the state of the old boards .I was like ...' well that's put paid to that job' but no you guys just crack on AMAZING!!

[@jenniferlynn3537]

I absolutely love, Love, LOVE the tiles at the entry floor - especially in that it’s more practical than wood, re-incorporates the chateau’s historical elements - and echoes the star pattern elsewhere. I did notice that the other star pattern tilework was centered - and do think it would have looked more harmonious had you cut the tiles to center a star under each door. Not that I’m trying to add to your labors hahaha!

[@donnabaker6252]

Having the tile at the entrance will take care of any dampness! Looks like it has always been there! Good job!

[@ashleywaters7198]

Thank you Donna! It really does when you walk in! You’d believe it was already there!

[@paulinefreeman9492]

Terry what an amazing job well done you, the doors are fabulous xxx

[@paulinefreeman9492]

I commented befire the end what can I say only WOW, WOW, WOW the floor tiles just finishes the door way off. Your a marvel Terry xxx

[@lindabishop-surbeck2575]

Excellent work on that glass. I tried stained glass and broke the glass almost every time. So, here’s my pat on your back 👏

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

Well done to you all. What an achievement. You are an inspiration to anyone restoring a property.

[@robinlea3449]

Wow! The “little” things add up to one massively impressive big thing. Congratulations!

[@JeanWhatman]

Great Job Terry

[@lawrencebaker2318]

I think the tiles are as important as the doors... It's like a bit of the chateau's soul has came back to life!

[@corinnapetry65]

The revitalized entrance looks amazing! Good job.

[@dawnrudd2496]

This is exiting, I'm definitely looking forward to to seeing how this wonderful family have transformed this beautiful chateau. Hope Tracy has had her soak in the the bath 🛁 she deserves a medal 🏅 , well you all do really. See yous later. Xx

[@clarencecolla6342]

Wow Terry, what an amazing job. Doors are gorgeous and those tiles are beautiful. Well done 🥰

[@parkewellman8364]

The tile is PERFECT for the entry….almost like it was there originally! I must have missed the episode when the handrails were prepped and painted. They look amazing with the doors finally in. What a grand entry but so welcoming at the same time.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thankyou 🤗

[@Randy8923]

Beautiful doors and railings. Great job! Once again a beautiful entrance.

[@jennifercoughtrie4858]

Absolutely stunning love the fact that you even staged it for the reveal. Curtains are beautiful.

[@leegarvey1]

Absolutely adore you lot x

[@leisadardir8046]

Amazing work Terry, plus l love the time lapse music.

[@brendacox8406]

Congratulations on the door the transformation from the doors to the floor you have exceeded yourself it looks amazing, loved the curtains against the wood panelling. If this the decor for the chateau I cannot wait to see the other rooms, you have immpecable taste. Finally loved the imput from the cockrel they needed to be featured in the vlog somewhere today. Cannot wait for Wednesday. Best wishes.

[@jeanburgin160]

Love the color of the stain. Your do such great work. Love it. You are precise and perfect with your work. The doors look beautiful!!! This entry will be so pretty. I love the tiles and pattern. Awesome!!! You have a great eye and so nice to use what was there. Look like a lot of wood rot, are some usable? Oh my goodness, awesomely beautiful! The before and after is unreal. So pretty. Yes, a great week! He has skills from Terry, he can figure out anything ... Each of you are very talented and are doing a great job restoring this beautiful Chateau ... Giving new life to it. I love the iron work restored also. Awesome!