MAJOR MILESTONE after 1 YEAR RENOVATING our OLD STONE HOUSE
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ธ.ค. 2024
- To say we’ve waited a long time for this is an understatement! What’s a French renovation without having to move huge chunks of stone? This one however, almost breaks us and the bathroom we’ve been building for over a year and is almost our most costly mistake ever!! At least we have the French countryside to escape to when our old house is full of dust and we need some fresh air to clear our heads and motivate us to tackle more plumbing, wiring and bringing this old girl back to life. When the reward is a hot bath, it might all be worth it in the end!
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A once in a lifetime wash hand basin. Never to be replaced again.
Ygood thing we didn’t drop it 😂😂😂 haha
Jeeezzzz - moving that lump of stone was something else! I had a few gasps myself but, like always, you two worked it out. That bathroom is going to be the pride and joy of your home. Excellent video editing on you climping through the roof Jack! So glad we're getting to see you more often again...by the way Becs your hair looks very chic! 💕
Yeah was a bit touch and go at times but we got there in the end! Haha glad you liked that part in the roof, makes it worth getting up there 😬
That first bath you're going to take must be the best bath you've ever taken after so much work! Well done, I admire your determination and stamina.
Yes OMG best bath of my life, I’m so grateful to Jack for all his hard work for me and the kids (he doesn’t like baths 😛)
LOVED the edit of you crawling under the roof! ❤😂
Thank you!! 😁 that took way too long so I’m glad you enjoyed it haha
Yes! It was awesome
What’s up with TH-cam?
It should be recommending your channel MUCH MORE.
I love your content, and wish you success 💐👏👏
Aw thank you! I hope TH-cam listens to you, 🥰 we really want to be able to keep making these videos for a looong time!
Super impressed how you moved the sink, what a mission. Lovely video which shows how sweet you are to each other (even with the screams🤣). What a gorgeous bathroom, you deserve the luxury.
Mission is right! Good thing we had Becs to come up with the plan and keep things moving 🥰 you’re too kind, thank you 🙏
Very exciting. Well done Jack. ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you Shona! 😃
Brilliant workmanship and you two are so entertaining and hilarious to watch.
The bathroom is looking very luxurious and beautiful.
Best entertainment on You Tube!
Well done, and thank you for sharing.
Aw thank you so much Anita, you’re too kind!
Well done guys! That marble sink gave you a real battle but you tamed it and it looks fantastic plus great plumbing hardware! Am in awe of Jack's skills and can do attitude. Love the old green shutters. Bet first bath in there was bliss🤗.
Oh yeah, first bath was a looong time coming, but totally worth the wait 🥰
Ya’ll, this is my favorite episode so far!! Loved it! Ya’ll were so funny. Very entertaining. Precious couple. Watching from Texas❤!
Hey Kimberly! Glad you loved it 🥰🥰 thanks for the comment!
That was a mammoth task and you did it you should be very proud well done, the bathroom is looking lush ❤
Thank you Deborah ❤️ We're getting really excited now, as it comes towards being done!
Oh you two are amazing my back hurt for you on that challenging struggle with that sink yes you did it , but you could have got hurt your babies need you please get help but after the fact you did amazing! Can’t imaging being with out that beautiful bathroom that long its so beautiful can’t wait to see all decorated and enjoyed you certainly deserve that fancy Loo lol! 😊 I really enjoy your channel and peeps please smash the subscribe button these folks deserve your support, they are the most delightful young family in France. Many hugs and thanks for sharing yourself and accomplishments ❤️❤️❤️🥰🙏👏👏👏👏🤗💐🇨🇦
Yes, we're bad for being a little impatient and moving ahead... we did try to get help this time but he wasn't home haha 🙈 We're also soo excited to see the bathroom finished, and it feels like we're finally getting there! Thanks for your comment, and support - we really appreciate it! 🥰
You all are so brave to tackle all those difficult jobs. Kudos to you.
Thanks Lisa, we do our best!
Great progress guys. I loved how you opened up the cross-section of roof to show Jack crawling along the attic - genius.
Yay I’m so glad you liked that bit! I hate going in the roof and it took forever to edit but it feels worth it now haha 🤣
The bathroom is looking great!
Thank you! Glad you like it 🥰
The bulging disc in my spine (from house building) ached throughout, watching the moving of the stone sink. We're all mad. Well done you two.
We always quote the Alice in wonderland film round here:
"You’re mad, bonkers, completely off your head. But I’ll tell you a secret. All the best people are" 😂 Thanks for the comment, hope your back feels better!
Wow 🤩 you have achieved so much and all looks amazing ❤
Thank you so much 😊 It's so exciting now that it feels like we're finally getting there!
Good…..no, not good, amaaaaazing video…..WELL DONE …..what a team 💪💪.
Thaaaaaanks Frances! Glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
Bravo, bravo!👏🏻
Merci Nickie! 🙏🙏
Oh my gosh!! Talk about taking us on an emotional roller-coaster ride! lol. Yet again, you amaze me with your talent to be able to do anything you put your mind to! I love going on this journey with you.All going well, being able to see the real thing next year, will be amazing! So proud of you x
Aw thanks! 😍🥰 yes can't wait to see you!
very clever idea for moving the sink! what a beauty!we missed seeing you enjoy your 1st warm bath in there :-)
We can't get a turn, there are too many kids in there all the time 😂 Nah I've had a couple and they were divine, but Jack is holding off until it is completely, complete. Soon!
No need for a gym membership! And that tub- what a transformation! I know you two are so proud 🥰
😂That's absolutely right Ginger, we'll be feeling that workout for a while I think. and yeah, it's come a long way since being rusted out (twice!) Kind of can't believe it's working now
Way to go guys🎉🎉
Thank you!! 🙏
Hi folks, I just found your channel and love it. It's so cool as an Aussie to watch an Aussie family building their French homestead.
The sink journey was the best well done. Cheers from Aussie 👍 ❤
Hey Marie! We’re kiwis actually 😜 but close enough! Thanks for your awesome comment, glad you enjoy the channel and the sink!
I enjoy watching the two of you work.
And, it is very exciting for me…I didn’t have to lift a finger😂
Thank You🌹
Haha you're so welcome, we love making the videos! Glad you enjoy them
I waited eight years for a fully functioning kitchen and in the meantime had three kids! Yes we are still married 😅 It was like an eternal camping trip. What doesn't break you makes you stronger 🦾
Oh wow! That's incredible, good on ya! Fingers crossed we can move things along a little faster🤞
What a beautiful place
I know, I think we still can't really believe that we get to live here - feel so lucky every day 🤩
I like the snowman look. 😂
Haha yeah now we know what Jack’ll look like when he gets old - I can live with that 😁
Well done!
Thanks Grace!
Yaaaaay!! 👏😁🥰🥰❤️
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@growinginfrance gotta say tho, maneuvering the sink ... 😳 I was holding my breath too
@@chrisdouglass7962 Oooh yeah that was even scarier watching it back - could have gone so (much more) wrong 😑
@@growinginfrance but it didn't 😄 despite squeals
Wrap your water heater in insulation. Will make a huge difference. Bathroom looks very nice.
Thanks LInda!
Fantastic job🎉
Thanks Lori!
Happy to see you! Hope all is well… may be coming over after that US election…brutal. Need things like your channel to cope! Loving that sink…so funny you asking us to check on friends renovating bathrooms! Thank you!
Hey Maura! Glad you enjoyed it, and that it's helping you cope in these wild times 🥰
Just one concern an electrical outlet Below the sink! Please cut an access behind wall move it above the sink install a GFI ground fault interruption plug. you will need to cut a hole thru your new tile, wire it in and patch up the access hole made. Please. By the way I am borrowing this computer I am a woman with over 30 years of remodeling experience. Love this channel can't wait for a new computer someday so I and subscribe many of us in the USA are not purchasing anything until our new president is officially back.
Cheers for the tip!
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👋 Hi Cynthia! 🥰
Check on your friends renovating...we are not okay...!!😱😱😱
😂 It's true!
First thing I would do is to get a sleeper sofa or a queen size Murphy bed that will fold down down over a sofa when not in use. They are very common.
I love murphy beds! Great idea. 💡
Things are coming along nicely…👍🏻. Your haircut is simple sexy…❤. Hope the kids enjoy there new tubby time…🧼🛀🧼
Yess, the kids are loving the bath! So glad we can finally have one for them. 🥰
What an epic piece of work to get the bathroom done! Congratulations and look after your backs - maybe a soak in a warm bath? 😂
Thanks Mary! Yes it’s most definitely bath time! 😅
You owe me two crystal wine glasses due to the shrieking lol
😂😂 we'll bring a couple to the next bbq
@ Sounds like a cunning replacement plan lol
Can we have an update on the kitten?
Yes! Well do a proper one in another video, but Scout is doing great. He’s getting in very well with our wee dog Ludo, he’s flea and tick free, his eyes are all sorted and his tummy is finally starting to get better after worming. He’s on special food to help him along and gets lots of cuddles and play time from all of us 😊
I find by about the 2nd to 3rd week your channel is hard to locate in the subscription list even, TH-cam tends to favour the more regular channels and they grow their numbers quicker. Have you thought about adding some short reels or lives in between..my art channels have started doing more live content because of less editing. Love your channel and know you have work and family….but 4 to 5 weeks is so long between drinks lol
Yess! This is definitely something we're thinking about, the 4-5 week break was much too long, so we're back to every 2 weeks at the moment, and hoping to keep improving the pace as long as we have something to show, and don't compromise on quality - we're really committed to producing something that is properly enjoyable, and not just growing the channel at all costs. It's a balance, but we'll figure it out eventually 😅 Thanks so much for your comment, it's really good to get this sort of input. 🙏 And we're glad you love the channel 🥰
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OOh, you've started a streak now! Better keep it up 😉
@ ones got to keep their eyes on their notifications. It takes skill and patience lol
That seems a bit extreme 🤦🏻♀️
Yeah, that's us 😂
I have never seen electric that close to water. You could electrocute yourselves. I think you really need to check that it's safe. It all looks so beautiful and you have worked so hard to do it. Please get it checked. Its not worth your lives
It’s all very well insulated and we have a gfi installed, totally appreciate your concern, thanks for the comment!