Category Archives: Roof

A beautiful day for roofing, or swimming … which ever you prefer. Today’s progress is not so visible, but is important. The top to the front wall is at the wrong height, so to make a level roof from end to … Continue reading →

In fine weather we spent the first part of the day cutting and oiling the ends of the new wood which will show under the new eve. With this complete and the weather looking good, we began to strip away … Continue reading →

We finished removing the tin. The last few sheets were more difficult as they were near the edge and a safety rope was needed. With the tin away, we needed to remove the old gutter and the old cross battens. … Continue reading →

It was with some trepidation that I started at the nail heads with the claw hammer. As the old sheets started to come off, I felt the commitment go up a level. Within a few hours the hole was a … Continue reading →

We spent the day moving wood about. The platform under the part of the roof we are working on wasn’t totally safe, so we took it all down. Made from the outer cut of trees, each plank was round on … Continue reading →

We spent the whole day clearing up the upstairs. It should have all been done last year. But now we’re set up properly with all the wood sorted and dust and rubbish all cleared away. All we need now is … Continue reading →

We’re back and ready to go. The weather looks to be a sequel to last year, and the forecast changes from day to day. First job, before the roof, is to sort out the grass. With the grass cut, the … Continue reading →

It’s half term and we’re back to clear up. Lots more to do than expected; the place is a mess. We have a series of piles in the garden all covered in tin. Under each is a mass of wood. … Continue reading →

I needed to clear up the house. It was a complete mess. Having finished work in the dark last night, I was exhausted. I managed to pack a few things and make some dinner (Cassoulet … for ease). At this … Continue reading →

So it’s the last day. I’d re-booked my flight to give me a day to clear up. The plan is to get up at first light and tile out the dormer (half) and we’d be done. The weather seems to … Continue reading →