New Door

New Door

 The new door arrived this week thanks to Noel and the team at Woodstyle in Naas.
The door and frame are made from solid Mahogany and the door is surprisingly heavy! 
I decided to add a circular port hole style window into the door. In addition to bringing extra light to the main cabin, it will also be useful for the skipper on the tiller to see into the cabin when crew are inside on a rainy day when the door is closed. The glass is bulletproof!

Trim and Edging Complete

This week saw the completion of all trim and edging throughout the barge. The new seating now has a really solid and well finished look. Holes were cut out for vents, screw holes are filled and they are ready for varnish.

Bed Frame

 Work progressed in the main bedroom. Single bed frames have been built in on both sides. They both provide ample storage areas with easy access through removable tops.
The bed frame to the right will convert into a double bed. An extension will be added using a 2 meter long brass hinge that will allow the extension to the main bed frame to rise up when required.
  

Interior Ready For Varnish

 The main cabin living area is now ready for varnish and paint. The upper walls will be painted white to give a break to the wood, and create a
greater sense of light and space.
Next week will see a significant leap forward on the renovation with the kitchen units ready to be installed, stainless steel LED lights fitted and the table for the main seating area ready to go in. Work will also commence on the bathroom with a new shower tray and a Sani-marine electric toilet ready for installation.