TudorCottage
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Hello, new member to the forum
We’re due to exchange on a c1500 Thatched Cottage very soon :?
Having read through some of the on going projects on here I do feel somewhat of a fraud as the current owner of 20+ years really has made what appears to be a very comfy place to reside. Gas underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs are just a couple of the modern improvements made. All in keeping with a cottage of this period and done with LBC
A 117 page document duly landed in my inbox after a full structural survey :shock:
But for a dwelling that was quite possibly built before the first Queen Elizabeth was on the throne the survey was far more positive than I’d expected.
The main area of concern was a couple of the timber frames showed surface decay and I was advised to seek specialist advice to ascertain the extent of the potential problems. This was duly carried out and it was determined that the rot is not extensive and a more than acceptable quote was obtained from a local company for the maintenance required. First hurdle cleared 8)
With spring fast approaching I’m keen to tackle the outside projects first. Starting with the timber frame. Reading through the threads on here I get the impression that Oak timber frames are best left to their own devices, but it’s plain to see over the years this frame has had it’s fair share of different coatings thrown at it. I couldn’t begin to tell you exactly what :!:
In terms of maintenance what would be the collectives advice be for some gentle maintenance?
1. Just a gentle brush over and perhaps a coat or 2 of Bedec Barn paint.
2. A chemical strip (too harsh on old Oak?) followed by Barn paint.
3. Firmer hand abrasion followed by Barn paint.
4. None of the above, just let it do it’s thing.
My other project for the summer are the window frames. Again in fairly tidy condition, which in my experience is the best time to do them. The current product seems to be sitting in the frame rather than on top of it, which I believe is a good thing.
The current colour (a shade of sky blue) is more than acceptable to my pallet and I believe means I don’t have to consult the officials for consent?
I like the look of Sikkens paints but not having a degree in bio-chemistry I found their website difficult to navigate the different products
Bedec MSP seems to get good reviews but I really fancy an oil paint for this project.
Any recommendations gratefully received.
I hope my ramblings haven’t sent you to sleep and I’m sure they’ll be more as different projects and problems present themselves.
Thanks.
We’re due to exchange on a c1500 Thatched Cottage very soon :?
Having read through some of the on going projects on here I do feel somewhat of a fraud as the current owner of 20+ years really has made what appears to be a very comfy place to reside. Gas underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs are just a couple of the modern improvements made. All in keeping with a cottage of this period and done with LBC
A 117 page document duly landed in my inbox after a full structural survey :shock:
But for a dwelling that was quite possibly built before the first Queen Elizabeth was on the throne the survey was far more positive than I’d expected.
The main area of concern was a couple of the timber frames showed surface decay and I was advised to seek specialist advice to ascertain the extent of the potential problems. This was duly carried out and it was determined that the rot is not extensive and a more than acceptable quote was obtained from a local company for the maintenance required. First hurdle cleared 8)
With spring fast approaching I’m keen to tackle the outside projects first. Starting with the timber frame. Reading through the threads on here I get the impression that Oak timber frames are best left to their own devices, but it’s plain to see over the years this frame has had it’s fair share of different coatings thrown at it. I couldn’t begin to tell you exactly what :!:
In terms of maintenance what would be the collectives advice be for some gentle maintenance?
1. Just a gentle brush over and perhaps a coat or 2 of Bedec Barn paint.
2. A chemical strip (too harsh on old Oak?) followed by Barn paint.
3. Firmer hand abrasion followed by Barn paint.
4. None of the above, just let it do it’s thing.
My other project for the summer are the window frames. Again in fairly tidy condition, which in my experience is the best time to do them. The current product seems to be sitting in the frame rather than on top of it, which I believe is a good thing.
The current colour (a shade of sky blue) is more than acceptable to my pallet and I believe means I don’t have to consult the officials for consent?
I like the look of Sikkens paints but not having a degree in bio-chemistry I found their website difficult to navigate the different products
Bedec MSP seems to get good reviews but I really fancy an oil paint for this project.
Any recommendations gratefully received.
I hope my ramblings haven’t sent you to sleep and I’m sure they’ll be more as different projects and problems present themselves.
Thanks.