So whilst stripping back wallpaper in the hallway (this was originally the hotel corridor) I discovered an original stencil design painted onto the walls. The emblem ‘CH’ stands for ‘Coatham Hotel’. It would appear that lining the hallway with paper has actually preserved and protected the design. The plan is to skim all of theContinue reading “What a find!”
Tag Archives: Victorian
The chandeliers are staying
There are 2 light fittings in the lounge which have hung there for many many years. I want to clean them up and do remedial work to bring them back to their former glory (a lot of work). My other half says we should bin them. Personally I love them, what do you think?
Victorian character – is there any in this building?
The answer is ‘yes – but not much’ The outer façade of the building front has generally stood the test of time and three-quarters of the original balconies still exist. When this building was converted into apartments in the early 90’s any original features were removed from the apartment. It appeared that the only featuresContinue reading “Victorian character – is there any in this building?”
Utility/Storage Room
I decided to tackle this room first basically because it’s in the worst shape. The ceiling sagging, damp walls, a really old bathroom suite, non-loadbearing wall between the gas meter and the bathroom suite which serves no useful purpose, blocking light from the window. This left the bathroom in complete darkness when the lights weren’tContinue reading “Utility/Storage Room”
Clearing the decks
With kind permission of the previous owners, I accessed the apartment prior to the completion of the sale and started making plans. Plan, plan and plan some more. Here was my list: I want to try to be sustainable wherever I can and recycle as much waste and unwanted items as possible. There were someContinue reading “Clearing the decks”
Victorian Vibes 