The Crumbling Salon windows at the Château. Ep 31

Bonjour à tous,
This week at the château, Terry starts work on the crumbling salon windows. With the bad weather now setting in it is a race to get as many sorted as possible and with the salon having 6 pieces of glass missing it is a priority to get the sorted, especially if the family want any change of spending Christmas in the salon.
Ash cracks on with more work in the third floor and fits some coving in the petit salon to give it that like château feel.
If you would like to join us on our family journey restoring this once abandoned château, please just follow the link below, 🥰
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ABOUT US.
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.
Please subscribe and follow our families journey, with the up’s and down’s in moving from the UK to rural France and restoring this beautiful building to its former glory.
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[@helenatenenbaum3580]

Today's the last day of Hanukkah and my two year old insisted on lighting up the candles🕎... So, we all gathered around the flames to sing the holiday tunes ... Can't wait to wish you the happiest, warmest Christmas ever ...

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🙏🥰

[@helenstella2666]

Congratulations on 25k subscribers guys 🥳 It couldn’t happen to a nicer family 😊 🐾🐾🐾❤️

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@darrenclarke3677]

It's jumped about 7 or 8k in the last week to 10 days so the algorithms are working in your favour at the mo 👍

[@perduealexandra5736]

I agree with Jen Zen, who knew ?? I sometimes watch shows over because you all make me feel good. Your love and kindness towards each other comes through and always makes me feel warm inside. Sending you nothing but love back. 💕🥰💕

[@rosemarymalcolm9118]

Me and my husband just love watching your progress every week and are so impressed with the work you all do. The cottage is looking really lovely, we can’t wait to see it all finished and are really looking forward to seeing it all decorated for Christmas. The windows look great once treated and filled, well done! Finally, would just like to say what a gorgeous little boy Jonathan is, he’s such a credit to you all. Keep up the good work and thank you for keeping us entertained every Wednesday and Sunday.

[@bernardhuneault7805]

The exterior facade of the chateau stands out beautifully once the windows are painted.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you, hopefully we can give it a little clean next year 🥰

[@juliehare3403]

Great job restoring the window..i would have liked to have seen the glazing part tho. Please be careful handling glass, even the small panes can break and slice your hand open! Please use gloves...i have seen horrific injuries ( eye protection too...please be safe!)

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, sorry I did not show much but you can see the full process in two of our other videos 🥰🥰

[@jean-lucgautier157]

courage a vous , il faut savoir ce qu'est restaurer une vieille bâtisse non chauffée en hiver pour comprendre votre motivation , je vous envoi beaucoup de chaleur ne lâchez rien ! vivement que vous fassiez marcher ces radiateurs ....

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Merci beaucoup 🙏🥰

[@jeanhawken4482]

The wood hardener is the best and it works across extreme temperatures. The windows look terrific. No doubt the room will be terrific for Christmas.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, yes the wood hardener is great 🥰

[@jeanburgin160]

Boy the years of neglect has really taken a toll on the beautiful windows ... So glad you are restoring them properly. They will look new when you finish totally next year. Crown molding makes and finishes a room. That looks so good. Wow, that does a great job, looks original again once you get the paint on. It has to be so satisfying for you to see this transformation!

[@michelleb6409]

It's a lot of hard work to repair the windows rather than replace them with reproduction ones, but it will be worth it in the long run. I always think it's better to repair than replace where you can and to retain the heritage/original features. It's all starting to come together and I can't wait to see the finished cottage and bedrooms

[@monicateeling8693]

The window prep was magnificent and when it was painted you could see all your hard work really paid off. Love your attention to detail 👏👏👏👏👏 The chateau is already smiling at you both 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@sandraberry612]

That must be a great feeling Terry having a draft free salon The wood hardener works a treat on the window frame’s at least now you’ll be able to have the heating on & feel your hands 🙌 while working I bet you can’t wait to start painting Keep smiling everyone 😍🎄

[@leoyork2037]

The window restoration is nothing short of pure craftsmanship! I’m always excited to see a new episode! Excellent work!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🙏🥰

[@marksayers8867]

You are all doing really well . Good to see !

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@zenjenh8683]

Terry, I cannot believe you could re-do windows that badly damaged without making new ones! I've learned so much from your videos. You have done a phenomenal job with them. How beautiful they turned out! Bravo.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, yes it is unbelievable what you can save 🥰

[@lindamounts2193]

@@chateaudelalacelle Beautiful job!

[@francessmith9043]

So happy to see you getting new windows !!! Merry Christmas family !!!

[@lordsleepyhead]

Ladies: find yourself a man who will do a "let's get naked" dance for you like Ash does for Terry! Terry: your window renovating skills have improved so much in such a short time!

[@bridgetteturner2689]

Tracey is so beautiful. I would love to see early photos of the family.. Happy Holidays from Ohio, USA

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@janeblandford852]

Nice to have a "wind free" room without all of the drafts ready for Christmas. So glad that you now have heat and no drafts in your (one day beautiful) Salon ready for Christmas! Congratulations and look forward to see what is next. Your bedroom is also coming along nicely. Well done to all of you!!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@cyndiamontgomery6524]

That wood hardener is a miraculous thing! I had never heard of it until watching your videos. I couldn’t believe how much different (and better!) the windows looked when you were done. Well done, Terry! And the third floor is really coming along so nicely!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, yes the wood hardener is fantastic for rotting wood 🥰

[@lucyyoung5307]

Excellent job on the windows, Terry. They actually look new. I have a request, show us a picture of Tracy and Tony when they first married.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@zander8018]

You're ambitious .. Sealing the windows and just cleaning up what there now is a big job. Now add decorating for Christmas, that's a tall order my dear. Do be to tired to enjoy the holiday. Get some snuggling time in to💋💋🇨🇦❤🇨🇦

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, it’s almost time for decorations 😍🎄

[@zander8018]

@@chateaudelalacelle as it stands, it's a great room for a Halloween 🇨🇦😄😄😄🌈

[@DianaSwi]

It’s August 2023 and I am catching up!!

[@kshudson4285]

So thrilled for you all to get rid of the cold drafts. That such a huge thing. What a wonderful skill to be able to do the windows yourself and save so much money. Best of all upstairs is starting to look like a home, so important to have a place of your own. Cannot wait to see what you all have cooked up for the days of Christmas. I'm sure it will be a hoot and a half.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, it’s starting to come together 🥰🥰

[@joancunningham1192]

I love to see the excitement that you each have for the progress you are making. I am so happy for you all that you will have some warm spaces to rest and relax in after each day’s hard work! Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, it’s slowly coming together 🥰

[@antoinelemarier3567]

Nice job Terry! You have a great « compassion » for those windows. 😷👏

[@Al-cd2bk]

Another great leap forward you can see the outside taking shape from the windows that have been renovated they stand out. Great job 👏 big tickle on the tum for Patrick.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

Can’t wait to catch up this evening. I’ll be at a meeting when you premiere but Stuart will be joining you. See you Wednesday!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, see you Wednesday 🥰

[@nzessmam]

Well done lads and lass. I’m not surprised you’re getting quite the following. People like to see hard graft and buildings being restored or built. 👍🏻

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🙏🥰

[@posnrg2u327]

❤️🏰 Thank you for the vlog; Terry, Ash, Patrick, Panda and Tracy, Tony, Jonathan, Louie, Sasha ❤️ 🪟

[@barbaragoss6177]

You've all achieved so much from day 1 I've enjoyed your journey! Wishing you all a wonderful festive season! 👏👏👏👏💓🤶🎅

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@attract1234]

amazing job, im sure ypou are well tried, but well done your a perfective really great to see the transformation

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🙏🥰

[@pwwilb]

Great progress this week! I was surprised to see the sheet rock up already upstairs in Terry and Ash’s apartment, with the coving going on. What a relief it must be to have the windows in the salon done, Terry. All snug and cozy now for your family Christmas! You did a super job and just as you said, good as new. It is quite amazing what the wood filler can achieve. You would never know the bottom of those windows were so broken down. Can’t wait now until Wednesday to see the progress on the cottage! xx

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much, yes the wood filler is a fantastic thing 😊🥰

[@andrewbruce9669]

UTB windows are going to look great, good job. It does look cold 🥶

[@lindahamilton9337]

What a great job on the windows. Well done ! I admire your patience in the preparation. They’re looking really fabulous. Looking forward to seeing what you can accomplish in the weeks to come . Such dedication to refurbishing this large room . Good luck .

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much, it’s slowly coming together 🥰

[@normamurray4450]

Can't wait to see more results of your hard work! You make me happy!

[@nigelirmamaher5811]

I hope that when you totally replace the windows it will be something sympathetic to the chateau style. I know you’re looking at just fixing these up, and many chateau owners keep original windows.

[@katehobbs2008]

You are a lovely couple, love the way you work together, working hard but not seeming stressed. 🇦🇺

[@jomcd2073]

The chateau is really coming to life. :)

[@jillfoster6369]

Loved it guys. Amazing job on the windows and the little room so excited about the Christmas vlogs. You are all an inspiration - well done 🎄🎄

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🙏🥰

[@lS-kz2qx]

Fantastic job on those windows Terry, total transformation

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

Wow what a difference Terry. Brilliant

[@magdaw1844]

Życzę szybkiego powrotu do zdrowia serdecznie pozdrawiam Magda z Polski

[@jim95053]

I always end your videos smiling. Just great.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, so glad you enjoy them 🥰

[@dianam9848]

On Sean's World vlog today, there was a lamp like the kind Tracy was looking for.

[@polie74]

I'm exhausted watching you all.. The amount of work you have in front of you.. I can see a little change in all of you.take it easy dont kill yourself. Especially old dad there. And when it's a free day I'm sure france has a a old Turkish bath somewhere...I want to have one just watching you all.. take care and enjoy your new home ..

[@debradevine3949]

A labor of love. Such a wonderful and caring thing to do.

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

A very educational video on the approach to restoring windows , thanks. Just love all of your work ethic, it’s just awesome.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 😊

[@luminyam6145]

Wonderful video, thank you.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@donataj2213]

How the window is refurbished is fantastic👍

[@ninianmacmillan-keith7435]

Well done. Loads of admiration 👏

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@suehall3298]

Well done every one see you on the next one 🤗🤗🤗🤗 Love ❤ Sue 🎄🎄🎄🇬🇧🎄🎄🎄⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@kathywillis7459]

How exciting that the third floor room is so close to getting done! The windows look almost new when you’re done. I’ve never heard of the hardener either until watching your videos. Always good to learn new things. Merry Christmas!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, yes the wood hardener is fantastic to use 🥰

[@jillfoster6369]

Ooooh yes - It’s Sunday - cannot wait. 👍

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Hope you enjoy it 🥰

[@leegarvey1]

That window frame...thats some quality skills Tezza lad!!

[@casscassidy]

I pure respect all of you for working so hard all yr round and doing it bit by bit it's going to be stunning when it is finished thanks again

[@kimberly_erin]

Hey guys, if you put more crown molding on in the future miter the joints at 45° so they don’t show under the paint.

[@33piolin]

I bet it’s hard to get your window work done and not just be mesmerized by the gorgeous view😻

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Yes definitely, each time I just stop and look 😍

[@Patbeaumont1]

Fabulous window treatment - brilliant work

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@jimmyconnolly3461]

We’re looking a little serious today. Someone light the fire, and the other go pour a few gins. Relax, it’s Sunday! A day to be thankful for all you’ve achieved.😉👍 It would make the premiere later, a different spectacle altogether 😂😂❤️👍

[@chateaudelalacelle]

😂😂 thank you jimmy, 🥰🥰

[@Tony-InLosAngeles]

Hi Jimmy that was a goal today forget the drafts let’s stop the wind from blowing through the salon.🥰😘😉

[@jimmyconnolly3461]

Hey Tony, I only got to watch a little bit as I was working. Will watch it all when I finish. How’s my KZbin husband?❤️😘👍

[@Tony-InLosAngeles]

@@jimmyconnolly3461 🥰😘👍🏻doing okay; have a good day at work enjoy watching tonight😊

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

Finally watched the newest vlog. Terry, the way you restore the windows is amazing. Great job!!!! I don't know, if I'd have your patience. Thank you for sharing another vlog with all of us. See you Wednesday!! xxx

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much Patrick. You may need to learn some of the skills for your place in the future, windows and roofs are always the worst. Would be lovely for you to visit next time you are both over 🥰

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

@@chateaudelalacelle We had to learn all kinds of things for our two prior renovations but you are right, there will be skills that are completely new to learn. Roofing is one of them. I have restored furniture since 1990, so work ng with wood hardener and such is not foreign. However, what you did in the vlog is art. We'd love to meet up with you next time we fly over to France. Be safe and see you Wednesday.

[@stephenkropf2087]

You did such a great job on those windows

[@tannisslimmon]

A lovely video as always! I'm really looking forward to spending the 12 days of Christmas with you all! 🥰

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much, so glad you will be joining us🥰

[@bigmamma6946]

Congratulations on the 25

[@davidbiddle3257]

When rehabbing both my 100+ year old homes, wood hardener was my best friend!

[@lozinozz7567]

Looking better and better. I was just wondering what your priorities are after Christmas? Besides somewhere warm to sleep and eat and a cosy bathroom, what will you work on next. The rooms you can potentially make an income with or concentrate on restoring the chateau a bit longer?

[@GardeningonEmpty]

Great jobs everyone. Can't wait to see the room when your done with it! Much respect and envy from California USA!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@shannonbailey8201]

Great window restoration that wood looks great. Try to stay warm it’s hard to fight the wind. Keep up the good work.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@janicedelp2775]

Just wanted to add, all of you are doing wonderfully! You have worked so hard and it's hard work. Thanks for sharing! Janice from Arkansas USA

[@patriciahawkes386]

I see u didn't take my advice of rolling the putty into a small snake and placing that on the frame and then put windows in. Saves so much time and is neater

[@patmcloughlin6409]

I’m so glad you are getting to be a bit more damp and breeze free now that winter is there. Good luck!

[@KrisanthiaMum]

Great job on those windows. See y’all soon

[@goldenineke]

I’m so happy your subscribers are increasing 😊

[@lyndaking5538]

The windows look great. Really enjoying your family journey. Greetings from New South Wales, Australia.

[@kmarch6630]

Just a suggestion. You could use wood filler on those old window frames to fill in the cracks before sanding and sealing but you may already be doing that. Also a question. Does the window glazing freeze before it has time to cure?

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you, yes I have been using the wood filler, but the frame needs Sanding and hardening beforehand 🥰

[@kdean9537]

Great job Terry on the windows! Now the salon can be readied for Christmas! 🎄 Glad your and Ash's room is ready for painting! As always, love the chat at the end! Thank you for sharing, take really good care of yourselves, stay well! Much love Kathy x 💖(Ontario, Canada)

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you very much 🙏🙏🥰

[@mariannebhatia7245]

Amazing👍👌🍀 greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@C-CEuroPopMusic]

Just discovered you guys loved this video. I shall be following religiously. Good luck on your endeavors to achieve this chateau to its former glory.

[@kims2ndchance]

The windows looked amazing when you finished, I’m looking forward to see it finished, & your salon too x

[@cherylsmith-bell6509]

Wow, what sad shape the windows were in! you're doing an amazing job on them. I imagine it is very cold with them open. Could you not put a sheet of something maybe clear vinal, so the light is still good, over them to warm it and let your products cure better? Looks cold!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

So nice to be wind free and water free in the salon. Congrats on all the hard work. Looking forward to seeing how far you get this week.😍😘

[@annettewalter2273]

The windows must be the most fiddly but definitely worth doing properly.

[@machellep1]

Is that all traffic noise in the back ground ? Holy moly, it’s loud. That would drive me crazy.

[@shirleygraham6229]

Bet you go through a lot of sandpaper. Well done on your jobs.

[@sboo4441]

Windows are looking so good, it looked like you were really enjoying the satisfaction of a job well done, 😇.

[@patriziadelorenzis378]

YOU ARE THE. ONES ! Who show that dreams can come true! Passion ,motvation and very hard work. You are Spirit lifters . Such a pleasure and so educational to see your work.

[@davidrickards]

The windows looked fantastic and I am so glad that you were able to restore them with a brand new look!

[@rousespoint]

Another wonderful video. Just a heads up for your windows Terry. In Canada we have a product for caulking your windows that comes in a tube and you can use in a gun. I think with the amount of windows you have to redo it could be of interest for you to research a source in France? Hope you find this of interest I know you can be overwhelmed with comments. Good luck Jeffrey & Mario😍

[@ricfulton]

So good to see all the progress! I didn't know about wood hardener, will def try it on a doorframe I've got in the cellar with rot. Happy Advent, I love your vlogs!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

'Nithering ❄❄❄' is how you all look Sending warmth, strength and a jolly very well done. 😊🌞💖

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@yvonnestevenson6817]

I just can’t get over how the windows are transformed. They look to far gone to do anything with accept to burn for firewood. Fantastic job Terry, Yvonne

[@WilldoAldone]

Im so glad you are repairing and restoring the original windows instead of replacing them. I know the new double pane ones are energy-efficient, but just knowing the windows are original is a plus in my opinion.

[@lynj-c9153]

Great accomplishment w the windows!

[@1010smile]

Things are looking great!!!

[@susandewolfe4876]

Can't wait to see you daily!!!

[@gruuz]

Je suis étonné que vous ne remplacez pas ces vieilles fenêtres par des nouvelles plus étanches et avec double-vitrages. Je sais que c'est cher mais chauffer un château mal isolé coûte cher en énergie.

[@jerridavis6462]

Great progress!

[@reremaiwhaipooti7166]

Love from NZ fabulous watch.

[@susanneking2524]

Looking great! I’m excited about the Christmas vlogs!

[@angelagalloway5486]

Sweet