The plasterer stuck his head around the door and said I ought to come and look at the ceiling as there was a problem. Indeed there was a deflection of about 2 inches at the centre and about an inch all around showed that the ceiling had indeed, after 70 or more years service, finally had its day. This was unexpected and he had to take the old ceiling down and replace it. I assisted getting the sheets up and doing the electrics. It was some job but the new ceiling isn't going anywhere fast that's for sure!
I need to cut in the new lighting point and re cable the pull cord but other than that it does look to be taking shape but the problem is that this has added a whole day to the schedule and it couldn't have been foreseen.
So extra expense but also the ceiling and the other areas he has done look great. He is a superb craftsman and does a lovely job of plastering. It means that I can't start the flooring until Saturday and so probably the earliest I can get the bath in is Sunday if I manage to get the rest of the stuff sorted. As it is a bank holiday weekend I will have plenty of time and Mrs. F. who is a dab hand at DIY too will be able to assist me.
Let's hope that we can get this thing sorted soon as even I've begun to notice how awkward it is having lots of people around with just a downstairs cloakroom and the utility sink to work with!
Curry night Thursday night so I am looking forward to a night out with Flocky Bicep and the lads. I fancy a few beers and a bit of fun and laughter. Mind you, not too much as I will need to be here to let the plasterer in again on Friday morning at the crack of sparrows.
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