This blog has been set up to record the restoration of Ashgrove, which was devastated by fire in August 2007.
Please add comments of encouragement (or even suggestions for the colour of the walls, carpets, tiles, furniture....!!)

Saturday 3 May 2008

Miscellaneous shots of basic repair and construction work

More miscellaneous shots of basic repair and construction work, and some encouraging evidence of redecoration. Large new water tank on attic landing.

Some Victoriana still showing through when old wallpaper is stripped. Acro pole at top of stairs to support temporary platform to facilitate decoration of landing ceiling etc.

Things are now moving on, but there is a long way still to go.

Still awaiting delivery of steel girder to support wall above lounge bay area. Hope we can capture its installation.

Dad















1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Hi Mike,

Thanks to your wonderful website I'm following the restoration of Ashgrove with keen interest. The photos which you posted today, 3/5/08, show the first real signs of hope in a long time.

It has been a devastating time for the whole family but let's hope that the incredible progress which has been made in the last few weeks will continue apace and that Aunty Celia and Uncle Richard will soon be back in their beloved home.

Kind regards to you and the family, Carol (Warren-Smith)