Home DIY

Hey thanks @chrisbmx116 @Tenderloin The property has be rented out for decades. I knew the fireplace was there but it was filthy. So considered looking at it properly once I lived in the place for a bit first. If fireplace still functions well without any problems then we will light it up on high days and holidays. Last night we gave it a go, the wood smoke went up the flue without filling the room. Also the glazed tile surround and hearth make total sense brings drama to the front room reflecting the fire glow.

I suspect most of the original houses here in East Ham were built in 1905, have their fireplaces boarded up or removed along with chimney breasts to create more internal space. It seems a shame to remove an original feature like this. So front room make over is almost done, last bits of parquet border and chunky/ tall ogee skirting board to fit and paint.

This will be our chillax space with glass shelves, chesterfield, cocktail chairs for drinking, listening to music, parties (post Covid)

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