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Our French Renovation, The Good Life
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Приєднався 26 лют 2022
Our Dream Derelict Home In The Sun had been abandoned for nearly 30 years.
It had no running water, electric, heating or septic tank. There were broken windows, holes in the roof, woodworm and black mold growing up the walls.
For decades, the only occupants had been rodents, bats, bees and hoards of other creepy crawlies.
We Loved It!
Join us on our journey, as we Escape to The Good Life in France.
DIY house renovation isn't for everyone, yet two unskilled Brits have taken up the challenge of renovating abandoned house.
Follow us along our journey as we get our 1860's rural property in the Creuse back to life. This is not a renovation fixer upper, this is a full house renovation from top to bottom, with even the mortar being stripped form the remaining walls.
#AbandonedHouseRenovation
#RenovationHome
#CottageRenovation
#FarmhouseRenovation
#FarmRenovation
#FullHouseRenovation
#OldHouseRenovation
#OldHomeRenovation
#OldBuildingRenovation
#DIYRenovation
It had no running water, electric, heating or septic tank. There were broken windows, holes in the roof, woodworm and black mold growing up the walls.
For decades, the only occupants had been rodents, bats, bees and hoards of other creepy crawlies.
We Loved It!
Join us on our journey, as we Escape to The Good Life in France.
DIY house renovation isn't for everyone, yet two unskilled Brits have taken up the challenge of renovating abandoned house.
Follow us along our journey as we get our 1860's rural property in the Creuse back to life. This is not a renovation fixer upper, this is a full house renovation from top to bottom, with even the mortar being stripped form the remaining walls.
#AbandonedHouseRenovation
#RenovationHome
#CottageRenovation
#FarmhouseRenovation
#FarmRenovation
#FullHouseRenovation
#OldHouseRenovation
#OldHomeRenovation
#OldBuildingRenovation
#DIYRenovation
Glazing Showdown: Double Glazing vs Single - Our French Renovation, The Good Life
Welcome to our Glazing Showdown, where we witnessed the epic battle between Double Glazing and Single Glazing! Join us as we dive into the world of window efficiency and aesthetics. Is all the hype about noise reduction and thermal efficiency true?
Our current windows are on their last legs, leaving our freezing bathroom exposed to the elements. The broken paned single glazed window has become an invitation for howling winds and unwanted drafts. It's time to put these windows to the test!
Before the freezing winter arrives, it's crucial to give our bathroom windows some kind of attention. The putty is in desperate need of replacement, and the rotting wood cries out for a makeover. These pine windows might not even be original to the house, so it's time for an upgrade.
Now, enter the double glazed units. These beauties come in standard metric sizes 'off the shelf' in France, making them a cost-effective solution for our problem. Forget about custom-made units; we're going for affordable and efficient A+ rated replacements, that come with 10 year guarantees!
While we know that double glazed windows will instantly enhance the aesthetics and prevent pesky drafts and insects from sneaking in, the burning question remains: Will they pass the thermal test? To find out, we set up a basic experiment. We all learnt in school, heat rises, but exactly how much radiates sideways?
Equipped with thermometers, we first measure the temperature with our current window setup. Then, we turn on the heated towel rail and repeat the experiment once the double glazed window replacement is complete. The results will surprise you!
So, if you're thinking about window replacement and want to make sure your home stays cozy this winter, join us in this Glazing Showdown as we uncover the truth about Double Glazing versus Single Glazing.
We reveal the true winner of the Window Showdown Will double glazing prove its worth in better insulation and thermal efficiency? Or will the single glazed windows cling onto their last shreds of dignity? It's time to find out!
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more home improvements! Comment below if you've had your own window showdown or have any other experiences. Let’s get started on this chilly challenge together!
#DoubleGlazing #SingleGlazing #HomeImprovement #ThermalEfficiency
#EnergyEfficiency #WindowReplacement #DIYHomeProjects #HomeRenovation #WinterReady #DraftProofing #InsulationTips #GlazingShowdown #BathroomMakeover #AestheticWindows
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Claude Debussy - Clair de Lune | Royalty Free Classical Music
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Our current windows are on their last legs, leaving our freezing bathroom exposed to the elements. The broken paned single glazed window has become an invitation for howling winds and unwanted drafts. It's time to put these windows to the test!
Before the freezing winter arrives, it's crucial to give our bathroom windows some kind of attention. The putty is in desperate need of replacement, and the rotting wood cries out for a makeover. These pine windows might not even be original to the house, so it's time for an upgrade.
Now, enter the double glazed units. These beauties come in standard metric sizes 'off the shelf' in France, making them a cost-effective solution for our problem. Forget about custom-made units; we're going for affordable and efficient A+ rated replacements, that come with 10 year guarantees!
While we know that double glazed windows will instantly enhance the aesthetics and prevent pesky drafts and insects from sneaking in, the burning question remains: Will they pass the thermal test? To find out, we set up a basic experiment. We all learnt in school, heat rises, but exactly how much radiates sideways?
Equipped with thermometers, we first measure the temperature with our current window setup. Then, we turn on the heated towel rail and repeat the experiment once the double glazed window replacement is complete. The results will surprise you!
So, if you're thinking about window replacement and want to make sure your home stays cozy this winter, join us in this Glazing Showdown as we uncover the truth about Double Glazing versus Single Glazing.
We reveal the true winner of the Window Showdown Will double glazing prove its worth in better insulation and thermal efficiency? Or will the single glazed windows cling onto their last shreds of dignity? It's time to find out!
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more home improvements! Comment below if you've had your own window showdown or have any other experiences. Let’s get started on this chilly challenge together!
#DoubleGlazing #SingleGlazing #HomeImprovement #ThermalEfficiency
#EnergyEfficiency #WindowReplacement #DIYHomeProjects #HomeRenovation #WinterReady #DraftProofing #InsulationTips #GlazingShowdown #BathroomMakeover #AestheticWindows
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Music By: Free Beta Records
Link: goo.gl/peHHCX
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Claude Debussy - Clair de Lune | Royalty Free Classical Music
ua-cam.com/video/Bk2vYua459g/v-deo.html
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Still binge watching my way through your videos. Some observations: 1. You both are judicious in your decisions about how to restore and renovate the house, 2. As I'm sure you both know better than anyone else, you make a great team. 3. It appears to me over the course of the videos I've watches so far, you are both in better shape physically and better shape mentally.
Like many who take on renovations, we are just DIY novices, with barely a clue. We were just up for a new adventure and fortunately we have had a fair amount of fun along the way. We recommend the experience and slower rural way pace of life to anyone willing to take the leap. Have faith in your abilities.
Make the video’s longer please! Don’t you have something to film yourself while you work and show us
You explain everything very well!
Thank you!
Figured I'd drop you a note to say I'm binge watching all your videos from the beginning. I hope your channel gets more subscribers because you both deserve recognition for the monumental task you are accomplishing.
Thank you and welcome aboard :)
lovely i bougth a house near the creuse this year! also doing a lot of repointing. looks so nice!
Have fun!
What was the price you paid for this house. You both are doing a great job keep it up it will be worth it
About the same as a small middle of the range family hatchback.
Please tell us what your previous work was in England, you was very skilled electrician/engineer? And your wife? Because you both are skilled in everything it seems
Mark designed everything from top secret electronic projects, NASA, Engine Management for Cars, including Formula 1, Renault, Fiat etc. Then he had stop stop due to illness. Mandy was in the army and civil service.
She looks so naughty😂😂😂
How do you pay for new materials, you don’t work( you do, but that’s renovating the house😊)
Our budget is unbelievably tight!
We used in the old days,ammonia for cleaning nicotine ceilings, and spiritus( in Dutch) for cleaning woodburnerdoor glas
So positive people, love watching you from Holland
Thank you :)
Never in my 65 years have I watched such darling people, the things you do in harmony❤
Thank you!
You sweet content people!
In my 43years of being married my husband allways shouts at me with heavy jobs, you two are the nicest married people. Please stay as you are❤❤
Thank you! We will do!
What an adorable couple you are, so sweet to one another, even at the dirtiest of jobs🎉🎉
😊 thank you
Just found your channel are you treating all the wood in your beautiful house to stop any moor damage
Yes we are, any wood we find gets treated (just in case)
Triple glazed windpws exist too. . Window companies offer them sometimes at no extra cost from double glazing. Triple glazed windows cut down on noise, wind and help with insulation
Thank you, will look into that for next time :)
It's looking fantastic.
Thank you :)
Can't understand why you didn't use an sds drill with a chisel bit in it?
If the whole chimney came crashing down it would have gone through the boiler room roof and the scaffolding with it!
Fantastic - back of house looks gorgeous.
Thank you! It was truly a labour of love :)
Nice to see the difference in double glazed. That task seemed to go quite easily. Will you guys insulate the ceiling and stud wall before winter? What's on the other side of the bathroom stud wall - a bedroom?
We have a couple more jobs to do before we get to insulate the ceiling and stud wall, hopefully this side of Christmas though. Yes it's another bedroom but I have big plans for that room!
That is quite impressive! Thanks!
Thank you :)
Such darling people. Love your channel. ⭐️
Thank you so much :)
This is very good news as I am about to have double glazing installed into my 300 year old French farm house.
It makes a huge difference!
I bet, by the time you finish updating this house, you will have improved the value more than 100%! Fantastic!!
Oh yes definitely :)
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Thanks for watching!
Really enjoying you renovating your home 😊
Thank you :)
Another job well done ! nice window too. How amazing + beautiful , the frost pattern was on the old window.. ❤❤
Thank you. The ice patterns were pure artwork but I prefer them outside not on the inside lol :)
This is a grimace, not a smile - love it lol
There is a lot of grimacing when he wears his work slippers! :)
@@ourfrenchrenovation l bet!
By far, double glaze windows are superior, for sure. Once you insulate the wall and ceiling, you will notice a vast improvement again. With the single glaze, you may as well run to the outhouse in all weather extremes. ❤
It's made a huge difference already, very happy with it, just need to change the rest over now!
Great job and good info. Do you need a vent/fan in the bathroom?. I'm only asking because we'd always used just a de-humidifier [DHM] with the single glazing in winter and noticed a negative difference [mould spots] with the double glazing. It was too much trouble for us to go through the outer walls for a fan so a friend with the skill made a vent in the top of the new wood framed DG window [it was a surprisingly easy job]. We manage easily in the summer by opening the window and still use the DHM in the winter when we have a bath. We know a proper vent will do away with the DHM, we just haven't got around to it yet. Maybe [if required] you could rig a ceiling fan up when you do the new ceiling.
Yes we definitely need an extractor fan now, another job to add to the list lol. Will wheel our DHM in until we get round to the ceiling :)
Excellent project to tackle before the winter weather really sets in.
We have a few more jobs to get ready for winter!
BEST WISHES TO YOU
Thank you :)
Thanks for watching :)
The window needed replacing either way right? So you've got a beautiful window with a terrific view and maybe no ice on top of the bath water 🤣. I like to think of you two warm and cozy and smiling with all the improvements you've completed.♥
Thank you, it is toasty warm in there now :)
That’s good news your double glazed window has worked a treat in the bathroom 👏
It's made a huge difference!
One week and we will have these problems!!!! Roll on our move to creuse! Are the windows easy to fit,we have one and a door to replace
Welcome to the Creuse! Yes, Extremely easy to fit. A doddle. We've done numerous ones now. Leroy Merlin for new ones or check the brocantes as the often have immaculate second hand ones in a ton of sizes. ReMaBat, Maximums, Reclaimation Yard etc... Just remember they are bigger than the size advertised on the web, so add a few centimeters.
Great video again , we also live in France and are building a timber frame straw bale house , so it's great to see what other people are doing on their projects,thanks for sharing your journey
Thank you :) Now your build sounds like a very interesting project are you going to be filming it?
@@ourfrenchrenovation hi thanks for the interest in our building, we've taken lots of photos along the way but we have not really filmed anything, to be perfectly honest we are normally to to busy working on it to film, it's great to see your progress on you house
It does take a lot of time filming when you just want to get stuck in to it. Good luck with your build :)
Incroyable transformation! la chambre est très chic, faite avec bon goût . Bravo à vous deux.
Merci beaucoup :)
Definitely not steel toe cap slippers 😂❤
exactly! :)
You 2 are amazing, it looks stunning. We are so proud of you ❤️
We really couldn't have done it with out you guys showing us the way and we are forever in your debt, so thank you x
Acrow Props to jack up the arch.
They seem pretty solid, I think its the patterning that makes them appear to have dropped but we will keep our eyes on them!
Haha. Yes I did want you to hit a nail!
You guys are a tour de force!!! The house looks amazing and very creusois!!
Thank you, was hard work but great fun doing it, only another 3 sides to do! :)
Best wishes to you
Thank you and to you :)
Another great job, it looks fabulous!
Thank you, we are so happy with it :)
Well done 👍
Thanks :)
Haven't seen you in in while. Good to have you back!
Thank you :)
It definitely has been a much wetter and cooler summer this year. There are a lot of berries on the dogberry trees, which they say makes for a colder winter, apparently. Awesome job on the mortaring. A couple of close calls that were near misses, thankfully. Take care both. I hope you get your double glazed windows in soon, so the place will be warmer.❤
Thank you, I don't mind a cold winter as long as it's a dry one! (fingers crossed) :)
What a fantastic job of lime mortaring you've done! The back of the house is transformed, and for €500!! Wow! The benefit of DIY and learning a new skill with the help of friends can make such huge savings. You should both be so proud of what you're achieving. Thanks for sharing this with us. 👏👏👏
Thank you and yes I agree DIY skills and help of friends is what has enabled us to have fun whilst saving our home :)