I haven't watched TV since leaving home 22 years ago, I loathed that my parents wasted hours watching the likes of Eastenders daily or some other mindless rubbish, here I am on youtube watching your show almost daily - a million times more rewarding, thanks to all involved
here, here absolutely same as you. I only watch youtubers like Billy etc so that I gain knowledge for all what I want to achieve as in how to's not convent reno lol but absolutely useful and entertaining, 8th commenter lol
Yep I'm one of the few Americans that doesn't watch TV. I refuse to pay for cable and most of the shows are just hyped up garbage. But I like CZcams. I've learned so much from these wonderful guys.
Just read about that. Great for insulation, temperature control as well as a moisture barrier(damp basement below) and woodworm rot preventative. Romans used it long ago, pretty smart really.
I think it is for moisture. There is moisture coming from down and there was moisture coming when they were putting beton floor on top. Charcoal sucks all that in and protects the wood under that way.
What a surprise to find the charcoal! You mentioned spreading the charcoal on the garden beds. Be aware that ash and charcoal can harm plants due to high alkalinity. Use very sparingly in beds. Another idea would be to use it as a base for pathways, topped with gravel or stone chips (gravel like tillings). Also, the space between the library and dining rooms walls could be great for round dining tables (w/ folding legs) for event dining. The stackable chairs would also be easily accessible in the storage walls. I worked for many years in a historic property and gardens, events and garden tours supported restorations and upkeep. I appreciate the quality work, novel ideas, and uplifting spirit of your undertaking. Wonderful people coming together for a beautiful creation! Thank you!
‼‼‼ Charcoal was used over wood to prevent it from rotting, in damp areas. Concrete could be put over it + the wood would stay intact. + support.. 18 + 19 centuries
I would like to suggest you put invisible doors in those sort of closet like openings between the rooms. It's period appropriate, and it looks to me as though there is just enough space to hide a vacuum cleaner and some cleaning supplies. Your staff (when you have some) will appreciate not having to lug these things all over the building.
One year we decided to plant some cherry tomatoes in a small section of ground between the sidewalk and the house. The first year, they didn't grow very well or produce many crops. The 2nd year, my dad brought home a bag of sawdust (we manufactured countertops and cabinets). We spread it into the garden bed before planting tomatoes. I will have to look for a picture, but the plants grew up about eight feet. We made special cages for them to climb up. We had lots and lots of tomatoes. I bet the plants will love all that sawdust.
Charcoal can be added to concrete as an admixture to improve its strength, reduce corrosion, and make it more fire resistant. Charcoal can also act as a micro-sponge, absorbing moisture and speeding up the curing process.
Billy, I have been watching your journey since you added the zinc to the Chateau. I have loved watching the progress at the convent, but I would love an update on the chateau kitchen. Keep crackin' on and making great videos. Your videos are my daily routine. ❤🎉
you could make fire starters out of sawdust and bees wax. Used cardboard egg cartons as a form fill with sawdust or shavings and pour melted bees wax in to the top of the wood. The scouts made them and sold them. we owned a campground and sold them to the our campers .Nice little craft for the boys.
Well I have a few ideas on the layer of charcoal being layed down over the wood sub floor. As one pointed it out it might help fight the progress of the woodworm. But I think rather then insulations it might have been a means of preserving it since they were placing concrete over it and the moisture content of that likely could have caused problems with the wood under it if not protected with something between the two. Here is a snip from Wooden Floors UK "Charring wood with flames is a method of finishing wood which helps to preserve it, make it waterproof and protect it from rot and pests." so the thought likely was the same with laying that layer down.
Yes Billy, sawdust does work for protecting flowerbeds or greenery from Weeds. Yep! "Charcoal is laid on and mixed with foundation soil as a measure against moisture and odors under the floors of houses and buildings, and for room temperature adjustment".
I was told the charcoal was put down to keep bugs from entering the floor and nesting. Also would keep smells out from the basement as food and other organic matter along with flood water would create smelly environments.
Mr. Billy I so love seeing how you all work together. From watching past shows building seems to run in the family. Can you share this family history with us? It is evident how it is handed down by watching your dad and you with your son. I’m loving the library, if someday you open to the public that is where I will be. I’m saving for the trip.
Charcoal ground to a powder can be mixed into the garden soil, it’s called bio-char. Bigger pieces are fine as well, it just doesn’t go as far as the powder. The bio char holds water and nutrients keeping them available for the plants. I love how you just keep going and going, your curiosity pushes you onward.
You should keep some of that sawdust. I know you’re aware that when you mix it with wood glue it makes a great wood filler. And as long as there isn’t any pressure treated wood in it the sawdust can be used for mulch or compost.
That huge wall just cries out for a secret passage. You could make it into a store room for additional books, etc. Possibly put a fire safe in for storing sensitive documents etc. Or you could fit it out as storage for your growing collection of Festool Systainers.
Just love seeing Rick. And his smile so interesting how you are building. You and your Dad have given so much knowledge and instructions about construction. Crack on
What amazing progress you all are making!!! It is always a pleasure to see the progress being made at the convent and the innovation and camaraderie of Petherick's and friends. It's always great to see Rick and Yanis and all the talented people connected with the Chateau and Convent. One step closer to seeing this amazing venture and vision come to pass. Take care and be safe!
I just remembered, when we go to the dump (the tip?) we always lay a tarp down first, then fill it up. As we get close to the bottom of the load, unless we got really heavy stuff still, we just pull it all out, right over the edge. Done!
Billy, your dad reminds me of my dad who passed away three years ago at age 90 from ALS. He was a hard working man until his arms and hands were affected. Treasure him always!
To add to the numerous suggestions I'm sure you've had - that secret passage behind the book case in the library would be an excellent place to add an access to the basement where you could install a fine wine cellar - or just another access point for storage. The possibilities are endless...
The demo crew and the building crew. I can't decide which is the most satisfying to watch! 😀 I'm sure there is a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff that we don't see but Alex does amazing camera work and editing so it almost feels like the viewer is actually there. Crack On guys!
Well I love quality telly and I cannot lie!! However The Pethericks and certain other CZcams channels have really enhanced my viewing experience. Keep on doing what you do best Billy 👍🏼
Love the channel Billy and the convent. As far as a use for the convent I think with the beautiful spaces and accommodation, and garden, it would make a fantastic five star function centre for corporate clients to run seminars or workshops
Billy definitely use the wood sawdust in the garden 🎉. Couldn't watch you last night. We had no power on the island . But I caught up thos morning x felt cheated last night. Crack on lads xxxx Love
Essentially the charcoal acts as a micro-sponge, initially absorbing moisture and tending to speed up the curing process. This has the potential to deliver buildability benefits on site, or speed up precast production. Regards from Liverpool
If it is virgin wood I think using the sawdust in the flower bed a great idea. We use wood chips on our flower beds and when they disintegrate we roll them into the soil and it works very well to have nice looser soil especially if there is clay or it is very fine hard packed soil.
Yanis can jump; 😮😮😮 ! bouncy oak floor; very funny presentation, Billy !😂 the charcoal is perplexing. the floor is wretched ! "like cardboard !" Billy is immensely entertaining.❤❤❤
Great video! i Love watching your Awesome videos. i Love watching all of you working Together as a Team. All of you are doing Awesome and Amazing work. all of you are Real Craftsman! Please keep up the Awesome work! :)
Did I ever mention that on another CZcams channel we have our own Yanis, but a Reuben. He is helping renovate a home ground up, a 3000 square foot, $7000 farm home from the early 1900’s. Channel is Cole the Cornstarch, he is the grandson and it his home now. Anyway just chatting. Later Those floors what next will you find.
Lol are you referring to Cole the Cornstar (I see mine also auto corrected to cornstarch) and Roman? For sure those who are used to stone and damp and old world architecture might find American stick framing and building and renovating interesting also. So far, I have found the aspects of modern farming between Europe and America to be similar with the exception of government oversight. That’s a big yikes.
@@jeb3415 the autocorrect strikes again. Yes that is the channel I am talking about. I am too ignorant to comment on the comparison of the farming aspect. However I find the building differences interesting. I think their framework is far superior also.
a layer of charcoal isn't this where the ominous music begins and some of the sounds from the night noise recordings can be heard in the background .. the hidden secret at the convent .. a raven is heard in the distance fade to black .. come back tomorrow when they discover what is hidden below like an old cliff hanger
Never a dull moment at the convent Billy 🥰Coal this time - copper the next? And Alex, love the chatter and support you give to the team - Go Pethericks 🤩🤩🤩 The Legend Restorers😍
Hello may we know how the restoration of the chateau kitchen and the refurbishment of the rooms is progressing? Also intrigued to know who maintains all the huge chateau grounds while you’re all busy at the convent. Love your convent project
The charcoal also could have been a way to prevent the concrete from either bonding with the wood, or to seep through the cracks between the floorboards... and maybe they used charcoal due to it being lighter than other options? Or maybe it was a cheaper option?
In the video at the 17:20 mark - Billy talks about losing his helmet - it is clearly seen behind him to the left of the screen hanging on one of the manual lifts. lol!!! - We all do things like this, and it is still funny...
Charcoal has the benefiting effect of adjusting temperatures under the concrete floor by maintaining a comfortable air environment which also helps against humidity of the concrete. Due to being high alkalinity it also is a measure against pests like termites.
The old adage ... _opening a can of worms_ that's meant to be *figuratively* Billy !!😂😇 Whew some more back-breaking work added to that never ending list So glad I'm sitting on the sidelines with a cuppa handy
Love Team Petherick!!! Rick, Yanis and Mick! Love the videos and Alex has great interaction as well as making beautiful videos. Billy, every day is a new surprise, so fun to watch! Crack On Y'all and hello again from the USA!
For the library. Put down a tempered glass floor. Why hide all the beautiful wood you have done such a great job installing. It will let light pass through. Mixing modern with old world charm. The floor would also complement the glass display cases. Also give conversation piece for guest to enjoy. The bottom floor a mosaic of a old world map that goes wall to wall. With key landmarks labeled out. Have you thought out the purpose of the structure? What about a retirement home for veterans and their spouses and widows? In a world of constant war. It will be needed as if it is not now...
Instead of Crack On, you Crack me up with your humor, you all do. Love what you are doing with the Convent. Keep up the great work, I guess I should say Crack On ! ❤ from 🇨🇦 Oh can't wait for Simon to come back.😃
I use similar bags 11:24 in my shop vacuum; when it's time to empty a full bag I cut along the bottom edge (opposite the inlet) and empty the contents of the bag, then tape it shut again and reuse it. Can reuse a bag many, many times over again. Using a new bag each time gets very expensive.
As for the doors. toss the hinges. As you have the space to make pocket doors. When open they are unseen and creates the illusion there is more space. Also why hide the beautiful woodwork with an open door? Also prevents damage if the door is swung hard open by a kid or by wind passing through the hall by open windows.
I LIVE IN THE USA and am NEVER calling it the Dump anymore….from now on it’s the Dechetterie!!!! Sounds so much more fancy!❤❤❤
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Me too. Look forward to the looks. 😂
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I haven't watched TV since leaving home 22 years ago, I loathed that my parents wasted hours watching the likes of Eastenders daily or some other mindless rubbish, here I am on youtube watching your show almost daily - a million times more rewarding, thanks to all involved
Same here
here, here absolutely same as you. I only watch youtubers like Billy etc so that I gain knowledge for all what I want to achieve as in how to's not convent reno lol but absolutely useful and entertaining, 8th commenter lol
Well said. 👍
Yep I'm one of the few Americans that doesn't watch TV. I refuse to pay for cable and most of the shows are just hyped up garbage. But I like CZcams. I've learned so much from these wonderful guys.
@@imaweholeSame here!!
charcoal a known insulation for flooring also been known to kill off woodworm
You’ve got that right!
Just read about that. Great for insulation, temperature control as well as a moisture barrier(damp basement below) and woodworm rot preventative. Romans used it long ago, pretty smart really.
And suck up moisture.
Also was used to draw moisture away from the wood.
That makes so much sense. Thank you for the explanation
So nice to have your Dad take a more active speaking role on the channel. Go, Mick !
So happy to hear that Michael is close to releasing video of the basement kitchen.
Just love Rick’s smile 🫠
I like hearing from Alex behind the camera 😊
I do, too. It feels like a documentary or something else. I like that he asks questions that we want to know as well.
Absolutely! This gives Alex the “realness” even tho we knew he was there and the valuable role he had!
Would be better if he was going to speak to use a mic.
Same!
Charcoal is used to absorb moisture, and smells.
I thought something to do with consecrated ground perhaps 🤔
I was thinking the same thing, that maybe it was put there to collect the moisture from the basement and keep it from going any further.
I think it is for moisture. There is moisture coming from down and there was moisture coming when they were putting beton floor on top. Charcoal sucks all that in and protects the wood under that way.
@@EsaNuutinen That's what I was thinking too.
yep exactly what I thought.
Thank you Alex for visiting with Rick on camera. You both are doing a awesome job, just like everyone!
What a surprise to find the charcoal! You mentioned spreading the charcoal on the garden beds. Be aware that ash and charcoal can harm plants due to high alkalinity. Use very sparingly in beds. Another idea would be to use it as a base for pathways, topped with gravel or stone chips (gravel like tillings).
Also, the space between the library and dining rooms walls could be great for round dining tables (w/ folding legs) for event dining. The stackable chairs would also be easily accessible in the storage walls.
I worked for many years in a historic property and gardens, events and garden tours supported restorations and upkeep.
I appreciate the quality work, novel ideas, and uplifting spirit of your undertaking.
Wonderful people coming together for a beautiful creation! Thank you!
Whenever something fits snugly I exclaim it fits "guten tight"
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And no sawdust unless we'll composted
Hi, Rick! It's so great to see you back. Your smile is contagious! Love watching you all crack on! ❤😊🎉
‼‼‼ Charcoal was used over wood to prevent it from rotting, in damp areas. Concrete could be put over it + the wood would stay intact. + support.. 18 + 19 centuries
Yes! Charcoal is used to absorb moisture and stop mold and mildew from growing.
That was my guess as well. Came to look for this comment!
Wow!!!
Look at our Yanis removing sinks & radiators with 100% confidence!
Fantastic!
Oh my! The amount of work it must have taken for Mick, Rick ang Yanis to separate the rubble into nice neat piles is mind boggling👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Got a chuckle out of the little "booty shake" when adjusting your toolbelt.
So did I!
As did I 😅😆
i kept rewatching that and zooming in on it (on my phone).
😮😮😮
Yup! 70 and went back several times for that wiggle!
Love the comment section! That's something I totally missed 😂
I would like to suggest you put invisible doors in those sort of closet like openings between the rooms. It's period appropriate, and it looks to me as though there is just enough space to hide a vacuum cleaner and some cleaning supplies. Your staff (when you have some) will appreciate not having to lug these things all over the building.
In a previous video, Billy mentioned it would be utility access.
Boy Yanis, I like the way you just hop onto the bed of the truck, from the ground at the dump. Impressive!
One year we decided to plant some cherry tomatoes in a small section of ground between the sidewalk and the house. The first year, they didn't grow very well or produce many crops. The 2nd year, my dad brought home a bag of sawdust (we manufactured countertops and cabinets). We spread it into the garden bed before planting tomatoes. I will have to look for a picture, but the plants grew up about eight feet. We made special cages for them to climb up. We had lots and lots of tomatoes. I bet the plants will love all that sawdust.
Charcoal can be added to concrete as an admixture to improve its strength, reduce corrosion, and make it more fire resistant. Charcoal can also act as a micro-sponge, absorbing moisture and speeding up the curing process.
Billy, I have been watching your journey since you added the zinc to the Chateau. I have loved watching the progress at the convent, but I would love an update on the chateau kitchen. Keep crackin' on and making great videos. Your videos are my daily routine. ❤🎉
Me too. Køkkenet vil vi gerne se. Hvis det ellers er færdigt. Fra Stockholm en varm hilsen
If I recall, Michael is covering all that on his own separate channel, I don't remember the name.
@@JerryDodgedoing it ourselves ❤
you could make fire starters out of sawdust and bees wax. Used cardboard egg cartons as a form fill with sawdust or shavings and pour melted bees wax in to the top of the wood. The scouts made them and sold them. we owned a campground and sold them to the our campers .Nice little craft for the boys.
Paraffin wax works well. I used to make with our Girl Guides aka, Girl Scouts in the US.
@@merrileeheard3889 yes that too - but we had a supply handy.
But not if its dust from treated wood
Our girl scout Troup used old crayon pieces in lieu of parrafin.
Mick, Yanis and Rick are a great team!! Yanis said in his interview that he really liked demo. The way he went to it, he wasn't kidding!!
Bout time to have Yanis ring that bell don't you think? Or Mick, dad. Thats one tough man. Love you all.
Mick, or Papa Petherick as I like to call him, is tough as 90 year old nails
Well I have a few ideas on the layer of charcoal being layed down over the wood sub floor. As one pointed it out it might help fight the progress of the woodworm. But I think rather then insulations it might have been a means of preserving it since they were placing concrete over it and the moisture content of that likely could have caused problems with the wood under it if not protected with something between the two. Here is a snip from Wooden Floors UK "Charring wood with flames is a method of finishing wood which helps to preserve it, make it waterproof and protect it from rot and pests." so the thought likely was the same with laying that layer down.
Sho shugi ban is Japanese style of the burning the wood to protect it.
Yes Billy, sawdust does work for protecting flowerbeds or greenery from Weeds. Yep!
"Charcoal is laid on and mixed with foundation soil as a measure against moisture and odors under the floors of houses and buildings, and for room temperature adjustment".
I was told the charcoal was put down to keep bugs from entering the floor and nesting. Also would keep smells out from the basement as food and other organic matter along with flood water would create smelly environments.
Mr. Billy I so love seeing how you all work together. From watching past shows building seems to run in the family. Can you share this family history with us? It is evident how it is handed down by watching your dad and you with your son.
I’m loving the library, if someday you open to the public that is where I will be. I’m saving for the trip.
Charcoal ground to a powder can be mixed into the garden soil, it’s called bio-char. Bigger pieces are fine as well, it just doesn’t go as far as the powder. The bio char holds water and nutrients keeping them available for the plants. I love how you just keep going and going, your curiosity pushes you onward.
You should keep some of that sawdust. I know you’re aware that when you mix it with wood glue it makes a great wood filler. And as long as there isn’t any pressure treated wood in it the sawdust can be used for mulch or compost.
I believe they have previously spoken about the studs all being pressure treated.
That huge wall just cries out for a secret passage.
You could make it into a store room for additional books, etc. Possibly put a fire safe in for storing sensitive documents etc.
Or you could fit it out as storage for your growing collection of Festool Systainers.
Small prayer room with nice wallpaper :)
Or another time capsule
Or recreation of the hidden room?
In a previous video Billy mentioned that it would be utility access.
Just love seeing Rick. And his smile so interesting how you are building. You and your Dad have given so much knowledge and instructions about construction. Crack on
Alex could you do an interview with Dad Pethericks? He is such an amazing man and likely has an amazing history, as well!!😊
Thank you for the Rick update 👍 we Love The Convent Crew ❤
Any other mere mortal would die on the inside seeing the state of that floor… Thumbs up and a smile from Billy… That’s why I love this channel!
What amazing progress you all are making!!! It is always a pleasure to see the progress being made at the convent and the innovation and camaraderie of Petherick's and friends. It's always great to see Rick and Yanis and all the talented people connected with the Chateau and Convent. One step closer to seeing this amazing venture and vision come to pass. Take care and be safe!
Every time Rick smiles, I smile too. I just love him to pieces.
I just remembered, when we go to the dump (the tip?) we always lay a tarp down first, then fill it up. As we get close to the bottom of the load, unless we got really heavy stuff still, we just pull it all out, right over the edge. Done!
Billy, I’d be knackered if I was a wood floor 200+ years old. Shit, I’m knackered at 70.
Charcoal absorbs odour. Maybe they did for the musty odours of the basement.
My dad had a saying about something measured wrong “Cut it off twice and it’s still too short!”
Billy, your dad reminds me of my dad who passed away three years ago at age 90 from ALS. He was a hard working man until his arms and hands were affected. Treasure him always!
To add to the numerous suggestions I'm sure you've had - that secret passage behind the book case in the library would be an excellent place to add an access to the basement where you could install a fine wine cellar - or just another access point for storage. The possibilities are endless...
Let's continue the recording! They were so fun!
I miss them too …… fun
I LOVE Yanis in demo mode 😂😂
It's really coming along beautifully Billy❤❤
The demo crew and the building crew. I can't decide which is the most satisfying to watch! 😀 I'm sure there is a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff that we don't see but Alex does amazing camera work and editing so it almost feels like the viewer is actually there. Crack On guys!
The booty shake was ☺️ cute! Any more recordings? Love the renovation 🙏🙏🙏
My guess is that the charcoal was there as a protection layer from the concrete and flooring above in case someone like you wanted to restore it.
Missing Billy's music.
I like the videos the way Alex is editing, with some music and the balance with no music.
Well I love quality telly and I cannot lie!!
However The Pethericks and certain other CZcams channels have really enhanced my viewing experience. Keep on doing what you do best Billy 👍🏼
Rick has such an endearing smile
Love the channel Billy and the convent. As far as a use for the convent I think with the beautiful spaces and accommodation, and garden, it would make a fantastic five star function centre for corporate clients to run seminars or workshops
Charcoal or clinker was used for insulation where noise could be a problem under concrete, nowadays vermiculite is used.
11:04 sawdust= oil sorb/spill absorbent...broadcast it onto the the yard to breakdown...
Billy “ I’ve lost me helmet”
Me shouting “ it’s behind you!” 😂😂
I was pointing to it for him! Lol😂
There's just no stopping you lot ❤
Billy definitely use the wood sawdust in the garden 🎉.
Couldn't watch you last night. We had no power on the island .
But I caught up thos morning x felt cheated last night.
Crack on lads xxxx
Love
And the charcoal great for the garden 🎉 win win
Essentially the charcoal acts as a micro-sponge, initially absorbing moisture and tending to speed up the curing process. This has the potential to deliver buildability benefits on site, or speed up precast production. Regards from Liverpool
I've never seen anyone with as beautiful a smile as Rick!
You are so adorable and 🤣hilarious Billy this one made me smile today.. looking forward to Michael’s video! Thank you! ✨
Charcoal as used to ward off bad spirits. Oak how exciting!
If it is virgin wood I think using the sawdust in the flower bed a great idea. We use wood chips on our flower beds and when they disintegrate we roll them into the soil and it works very well to have nice looser soil especially if there is clay or it is very fine hard packed soil.
Yanis can jump; 😮😮😮 !
bouncy oak floor; very funny presentation, Billy !😂 the charcoal is perplexing. the floor is wretched ! "like cardboard !" Billy is immensely entertaining.❤❤❤
Great video! i Love watching your Awesome videos. i Love watching all of you working Together as a Team. All of you are doing Awesome and Amazing work. all of you are Real Craftsman! Please keep up the Awesome work! :)
Thank you for sharing 😊
Did I ever mention that on another CZcams channel we have our own Yanis, but a Reuben. He is helping renovate a home ground up, a 3000 square foot, $7000 farm home from the early 1900’s. Channel is Cole the Cornstarch, he is the grandson and it his home now. Anyway just chatting. Later
Those floors what next will you find.
Lol are you referring to Cole the Cornstar (I see mine also auto corrected to cornstarch) and Roman? For sure those who are used to stone and damp and old world architecture might find American stick framing and building and renovating interesting also. So far, I have found the aspects of modern farming between Europe and America to be similar with the exception of government oversight. That’s a big yikes.
@@jeb3415 the autocorrect strikes again. Yes that is the channel I am talking about.
I am too ignorant to comment on the comparison of the farming aspect. However I find the building differences interesting. I think their framework is far superior also.
I’m aware of the channel you’re referring to, but I’ve noticed Cole doesn’t use “noggins” between the studs; which I find odd.
@@nelks1284 I thought the same. I don’t know why he doesn’t.
@@nelks1284 We do use noggins but they are commonly called blocking- used in floors and walls etc.
a layer of charcoal isn't this where the ominous music begins and some of the sounds from the night noise recordings can be heard in the background .. the hidden secret at the convent .. a raven is heard in the distance fade to black .. come back tomorrow when they discover what is hidden below like an old cliff hanger
Never a dull moment at the convent Billy 🥰Coal this time - copper the next? And Alex, love the chatter and support you give to the team - Go Pethericks 🤩🤩🤩 The Legend Restorers😍
Ahhhh, Billy, your hard hat is sitting to the right of you at timestamp 17:19 on the what looks like scaffolding.🤣😆😅😂🙂🤪😛🤗🤭
Hello may we know how the restoration of the chateau kitchen and the refurbishment of the rooms is progressing? Also intrigued to know who maintains all the huge chateau grounds while you’re all busy at the convent. Love your convent project
So much less creeped out now that the pink walls are gone.
The charcoal also could have been a way to prevent the concrete from either bonding with the wood, or to seep through the cracks between the floorboards... and maybe they used charcoal due to it being lighter than other options? Or maybe it was a cheaper option?
In the video at the 17:20 mark - Billy talks about losing his helmet - it is clearly seen behind him to the left of the screen hanging on one of the manual lifts. lol!!! - We all do things like this, and it is still funny...
Yes! And I yelled, “It’s behind you!” As if I were watching a panto skit. 😂
I saw that 🙈👀
Wow - I learn so many new things every time I watch your videos !! 👍👍
Nice work guys, Janis is a machine
I love the lost helmet it was hanging behind you as you said it lol.
It would be fun to leave a couple of the original rooms as storage rooms or even rooms people can stay in.
Perfect! Crack on guys from New Zealand 🇳🇿 👏🏻👍🏻
Charcoal has the benefiting effect of adjusting temperatures under the concrete floor by maintaining a comfortable air environment which also helps against humidity of the concrete. Due to being high alkalinity it also is a measure against pests like termites.
The old adage ... _opening a can of worms_ that's meant to be *figuratively* Billy !!😂😇 Whew some more back-breaking work added to that never ending list So glad I'm sitting on the sidelines with a cuppa handy
Rick isn’t smiling! I love is smile!
Maybe because charcoal absorbs moisture, it was used to keep things dry. Just a guess.
Yanis needs his own TV show..
Love Team Petherick!!! Rick, Yanis and Mick! Love the videos and Alex has great interaction as well as making beautiful videos.
Billy, every day is a new surprise, so fun to watch! Crack On Y'all and hello again from the USA!
Maybe the charcoal was to keep the moisture down in the floor. Or maybe just a cheaper fill.
Took me a second to cotton on to the ‘keep me helmet clean’ 😂😂
Loving the silent intros! 😊
For the library. Put down a tempered glass floor. Why hide all the beautiful wood you have done such a great job installing. It will let light pass through. Mixing modern with old world charm. The floor would also complement the glass display cases. Also give conversation piece for guest to enjoy. The bottom floor a mosaic of a old world map that goes wall to wall. With key landmarks labeled out. Have you thought out the purpose of the structure? What about a retirement home for veterans and their spouses and widows? In a world of constant war. It will be needed as if it is not now...
I really noticed no background music. I have to say it makes a big difference in not having it. I miss it. 🙏❤️
I learn something new almost every episode of this channel. Thanks. 🎉
I like that you say "I lost my helmet, don't know where it is" - and in the next shot it's right behind you. haha :D
Small but Mighty Yanis!
Hi Billy you are aware I hope that a scrapyard will give you money for the wire , love your show 👍
Loved the bum wiggle Billy😂. Great vlog as usual xxx💕💕💕
Instead of Crack On, you Crack me up with your humor, you all do. Love what you are doing with the Convent. Keep up the great work, I guess I should say Crack On ! ❤ from 🇨🇦 Oh can't wait for Simon to come back.😃
I use similar bags 11:24 in my shop vacuum; when it's time to empty a full bag I cut along the bottom edge (opposite the inlet) and empty the contents of the bag, then tape it shut again and reuse it. Can reuse a bag many, many times over again. Using a new bag each time gets very expensive.
As for the doors. toss the hinges. As you have the space to make pocket doors. When open they are unseen and creates the illusion there is more space. Also why hide the beautiful woodwork with an open door? Also prevents damage if the door is swung hard open by a kid or by wind passing through the hall by open windows.
I must admit those déchèteries are well designed. I wish we had a similar system here in Canada 🇨🇦
It’s great seeing Rick’s smiling face. ❤
Love all you do and know you’re so busy. Just hoping for an occasional search for those scary nun spirits of years past 😂
It was used as a layer as insulation between the slabs and also helps absorb moisture