We have done most of the preparation for the two windows in the new kitchen. It is amazing how much work goes into restoring a window. The original cleat between the two sliding sashes is about 10 mm. This allows the sashes to rattle and allow wintry winds in. I have taken to remake these cleats, up to 14 mm thick to eliminate rattles. We also had to remake the beading on the insides, as the borer has eaten it all. Then everything has to be painted. Everything takes time.
We did manage to semi finish the old window, everything is installed and works well. The only exception is one window pane. I have cut this when we moved in, and it is too short Will have to replace this one. We bought a very large window, 2.4*2.1 m in Cambridge, and I have taken the two large panes out. That will have to be cut this week. I was getting ready to fit the four panes in the "new window when I realized that I have run out of "glaziers points", little metal pins used to hold the glass in position. Will go buy some more on Monday.
On Saturday we went to a "working bee". Our main street was redesigned about a year ago, and some of the plants were very dull. We have a large nursery in town, and they supplied replacement plants. Elna and I planted some, and then we were invited to a nice coffee. Then we sneaked off.
You will notice the nice brown reveals /architraves. I am convinced there will be continuous demands from visitors to paint the door and other window on the eastern deck now.
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