Alex, I implore you please don't paint the wood. Sand it, stain it and wax it. It will look glorious with the shade of green you've picked! Same with the door and jam.
@MsKindaSorta
3 ай бұрын
I prefer wax too
@janetpendlebury6808
3 ай бұрын
It is just wood, it would look fabulous painted to match the walls.
@peachesandapril
3 ай бұрын
I second this. My thoughts exactly. That wood colour will look stunning with the green.
@sallya.2412
3 ай бұрын
I agree, leaving the wood A natural finish would look nice and rustic looking.
@Thatsinteresting363
3 ай бұрын
I tend to agree (if it were my house). However, I think you should also do what you think you would love the best.
@kathyprecek5462
3 ай бұрын
Please, please don't paint those wonderful shutters. The wood is beautiful! They will look great with your green walls. Oh, and don't paint your wooden door! Love your videos, Alex!❤
@kennethboydsr3966
3 ай бұрын
You’re doing a wonderful job restoring old house Alex, you’re a hard worker and your mom has to❤😊
@sherrya6922
3 ай бұрын
The View looking out the window is like a beautiful picture
@Hairnicks
3 ай бұрын
Sorry, me again, little tip from someone who has done many skirting boards over the years, don't cut 45 degree angles, none of your walls will be 45 degrees, not even on a modern house, actually, definitely not on a modern house, instead butt them up and draw the shape of your skirting board end on the board that is butting up and cut it out with a coping saw, the horseshoe one with a tiny thing blade, and you will get a much better fit. Basically, it becomes a jigsaw.
@dianeknott3655
3 ай бұрын
Alex, no one will ever be able to say you and your Mom aren't ambitious! Great job!!
@janloewen3404
3 ай бұрын
My goodness that’s very detailed work you’re doing.
@krazedvintagemodel
3 ай бұрын
Alex, I agree with others. After all your efforts to reveal the shutters' wood, won't you consider not painting them? Your guest room results were absolutely charming, so your room will be as well. Keep up the good work, as they say! Peace and Blessings to you and your Mom 🌻🐈⬛🎨
@melanieronbrooks80
3 ай бұрын
Alex that shuttered alcove is absolutely beautiful. A coat of oil to bring out the natural grain and beauty of the wood. Along with the green painted walls will be absolutely lovely.
@Phoebe-f4e
Ай бұрын
I know right! It would be ashame to repaint them! They are beautiful raw wood, I would just do a wax on them! They would look so amazing with green walls
@Hornbeam222
3 ай бұрын
Gorgeous colour for your bedroom! Old houses really suit strong colours. I hate when people just paint them cream.
@Hairnicks
3 ай бұрын
I've done so much of this over the years and it's a pain in the butt to do, but to release wood from it's painted prison is an amazing experience. I love wood in all its glory, lightly oiled or stained back, the beauty is in the grain. Keep as much wood on show as you can lovely, I work with wood nearly every day in restoration and craft, nearly all recycled, it is truly a gift from above.
@MsKindaSorta
3 ай бұрын
Agree! Allow that old wood to be its natural glory. ❤
@suewaite9747
3 ай бұрын
Why such dark paint if the room a lighter green
@terrimaldonado8806
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful wood! Please don’t paint it!
@heather9328
3 ай бұрын
Totally agree I would keep the beautiful wood as it is but obviously it’s not my bedroom !!
@suemount6042
2 ай бұрын
It’s great bringing it back to life isn’t it that moment when you stand back and see it in all it’s glory there’s nothing quite like the sense of achievement
@karenabendshien846
3 ай бұрын
Great work, Alex! It will look fantastic!
@giaatta9303
3 ай бұрын
Oh I love your floor boards. I would leave them as is. Such a cool room! Green great colour. Awesome idea keeping the one wall natural!
@beverlyhall2847
3 ай бұрын
Loving the shutters in your room and wow what a fantastic view xx
@Multiverse10X
3 ай бұрын
I had no idea you had a Moai head in your garden! I love it!! 🗿
@ceciliaohvall4212
3 ай бұрын
Looking beautiful Alex. ❤
@mariedodds6307
3 ай бұрын
You sound so nervous in the voice over Alex, don't be!!! You're so capable of transforming your bedroom, you have so much skill and talent I am totally confident you'll make it beautiful for your new bed! Also, you'll love waking up in it every morning when it's finished x
@TheLostTowerDiaries
3 ай бұрын
I was definitely nervous to show my bedroom! It’s my personal space 🫣
@zeegervanroemburg9146
3 ай бұрын
A personal place is always hard to show, like showing your body! But sweetheart,it’s going to be beautiful!! You are so creative and never give up! Lots of love to you both ❤❤❤❤
@Multiverse10X
3 ай бұрын
@@TheLostTowerDiaries Alex, you and your amazing mom never cease to amaze me!! You both give me courage and many smiles!! Thanks for sharing all your gifts and talents with us!! Appreciate you so very much! 💛💛
@tls8688
3 ай бұрын
Curious…how long have you had this wonderful fascinating home? Have you found any neat things that were hidden or forgotten? Did you give your property a name of its own?
@piricarroll
3 ай бұрын
Alex i can't wait to see the completed transformation. It'll be such a mood and I'm here for it!
@kentuckylady2990
3 ай бұрын
You can get paint scrapers that fit curves. Furniture restorers use them. Love the music from Appalachian Spring as I was born in Appalachia, a descendant of Scottish settlers. One of which barely survived Culloden, dying a year after he, his wife and daughter arrived.
@helgavoorneveld1530
3 ай бұрын
Lovely job I prefer the window area much more just with the natural wood. It's such a vibrant rich colour and texture. I think it would look gorgeous sanded and varnished 😊
@izabelabhering7041
3 ай бұрын
Oh I agree! To release wood from it’s painted prison, sand it, and let it be just as it is… in all its glorious beauty! That’s what I would do!😊
@DappledShade
3 ай бұрын
Alex, you are a wonder. Good for you for choosing the harder but better way of improving this beautiful window surround. The house no doubt sighed with relief to have so many funky old layers stripped off. Your room will shine like a new penny when you’re finished! Thanks for sharing your space, work, and goals with us. ❤
@tracey7857
3 ай бұрын
I’d leave the shutters raw wood and stained…I love old wood
@deirdrepasko9056
2 ай бұрын
Same here. In the castles of Scotland, the shutters and wainscoting are not painted.
@fishinwidow35
6 күн бұрын
Such beautiful wood under all that paint. I know was not easy to do. Well done Alex.
@sister2717
3 ай бұрын
Alex you are one strong woman. Beautiful too. With that said I must say I agree with the other comments about your shutters and door. With the earthy green you've chosen for the walls the wood would look awesome stained. I stained my doors 33 years ago and they still look great. However it's your room, your choice. I really enjoy your channels . It's difficult finding decent videos on yt. Mostly people talking bad about others. You and your mum are rays of sunshine for the world. One more thing , I noticed the color of the sky out your window just after sunset. Dark sapphire blue. Absolutely gorgeous. Watching from Miami, Florida USA
@geoWhite
3 ай бұрын
Hi from America, Alex, always a joy to see. You and your mom are quite amazing. Take care .
@clarefoskett9959
3 ай бұрын
The house is gradually being woken up. How happy she must be 🎉❤
@VickieV1333
2 ай бұрын
Ah, Greensleeves! My father played an old pump organ and he never knew music notes, he played by ear. This song was my favorite he played.
@LadyNajaGirl
3 ай бұрын
I can’t wait to see what your bedroom will look like. As always, amazing work!
@leebrennan2609
3 ай бұрын
That is totally awesome .Looks wonderful.You did a great job
@mirandasearle2388
3 ай бұрын
Love the green you chose, William Morris Iris Botanical wallpaper or fabric in curtains/cushions would look amazing 💕
@EstateofHorror1909
3 ай бұрын
I agree on that brand of wallpaper and / or curtains. Please reconsider wall papering that wall you want to leave bare. It is not attractive and looks like mold on the wall. It would be beautiful to do one accent wall in the back of your bed and curtains to match. I did this with my bedroom in my 1947 Cape Cod house. Good luck with all your renovations!
@viridiangreen8259
3 ай бұрын
Well done Alex - love your plans and looking forward to the reveal
@marziabrusa4381
3 ай бұрын
Well done Alex, you're doing a great job. I racommend the light green for the room since your forniture dark. Bye bye and good evening 👍👌💯👋☘️🇮🇹
@debbiebarnard2922
3 ай бұрын
I agree with all the others that recommend staining the wood. I also like the light green to the left of the window, vs the darker green you've chosen. On those dark, dreary days, I think it would be more cheerful. Anyway, you got this girl!!
@arielarenado
3 ай бұрын
Alex love that work light. This is going to be a beautiful remodel.
@kathleenschaubhut4174
3 ай бұрын
This is a lot of hard work for you, but it will be nice to see how good your room will look when the project is complete.
@vickinoeske1154
3 ай бұрын
The stripped wood shutters are so pretty. I know it's labor intensive, but it's so worth it. I hope the green doesn't make your room too dark.💚💚💚
@supershaz42
3 ай бұрын
Can't wait to see the next instalment of this project - that window is going to be beautiful! Love the green paint colours 💚
@elizabethpaints
3 ай бұрын
Wow Alex your bedroom is beautiful! Sure would love to work on it with you! And the furniture is gorgeous! I wonder how many people were inspired and motivated to get to work on a long put-off project after watching you? I'm sure you have loads of people offering all kinds of suggestions for your bedroom. Looking forward to the next installment : )
@Suziluci65
3 ай бұрын
That wood stripping truly was a labor of love. I agree with the many who implore yiu not to paint, tho this is an older video its possibly too late.
@VickiLong-v4m
3 ай бұрын
You have done a wonderful job. And very much happy that you are taking precautions on the removal of the hazardous paint. I admire the knowledge you have and the willingness of doing this task. Good luck and can't wait for more videos of your progress. Be safe and Peace ✌️ from Illinois USA
@AnnakarinRyberg
3 ай бұрын
Wow what an effort you're doing! It will be so great!
@janeschool
3 ай бұрын
When you have finished painting, how about a window seat? It seems like a lovely place to sit, read a book and look out at the world.
@julieseymour6452
3 ай бұрын
Love these videos of you renovating your beautiful home :)
@Multiverse10X
3 ай бұрын
What a stunning view from your window! I would sit in bed or in front of the window and just take in all of Mother Nature’s beauty for hours on end!! 🙌🙌🙌
@trishnickles2236
3 ай бұрын
What a lovely reading nook that would make. A window seat, with a good book and a nice cup of tea! Whatever you do tjough I know will be wonderful!
@amandapittar9398
3 ай бұрын
You can get a “gentle” paint remover, which might help, but if this is January and it’s now June…. Well done with all that hard, hard work! The fast motion is incredibly satisfying! Thank you for taking us along on your journey. Watching the silly schwoo gazing out at the pouring rain was so sweet.
@sadielevens1144
3 ай бұрын
Hard work but I'm sure you are going to love the results. I can't wait to see it.
@gailbrandwood9134
3 ай бұрын
It took me two years to strip the paint from my stairs the skirting and floor and banister, I did it at night when my son was in bed, I swore that I would never put paint on beautiful wood again, we all have different taste I'm sure it will look lovely after all the hard work 🍄🍀💫😺✨
@tterbay
3 ай бұрын
Great job so far! I think you will work more wonders on your family home. 🌟
@Lorraine4305
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful job, can’t wait to watch all the progress you make
@theresac.3216
3 ай бұрын
I'm so excited to see the finished result as I know it's a big project! You've done a great job on the window so far Alex! Very inspiring!
@alisonwallace
3 ай бұрын
Our Windows are like this it's because they're 🔥🔥 escape windows. Good luck with your decorating. Xx💜💜💜💜
@christieyurth2087
2 ай бұрын
You inspire me with your hard work. I do wish I could speed my work up like the video. You and your Mom have taken on a big job, but you are not afraid of hard work. Thanks for sharing.
@tayloralexander7597
3 ай бұрын
Sharon here... The shutters are really nice and once cleaned,, painted or stained they will truly be fantastic. I'm of a mind to think staining would really do them justice. See you next video! 🙂❤👍
@borderlass101
3 ай бұрын
It's great that you have another bedroom to get away from the makeover. I can't wait for the next instalment. ❤😊
@tammyreeves168
3 ай бұрын
Such beautiful wood that you have uncovered. It’s wonderful that you took the time to do all of that work. I wouldn’t repaint all of that. I would put on a stain. That way you can see all of the wood.
@janicewhite1113
3 ай бұрын
i found this strangley satisfying
@maryhilton1558
3 ай бұрын
All that work uncovering that wood to just repaint. 😮😮😮
@johnnabuzby6103
3 ай бұрын
I hope Alex will opt to go with a stain on the shutters and door instead of repainting that beautiful wood.
@christofmaupin2023
3 ай бұрын
Abstract Expressionism on the walls! 😄
@saddaddrummer
3 ай бұрын
Having spent all my working life as a professional decorator, I fully appreciate the hard work you put in to the paint stripping. The thing I remember so well was the smell of the burning paint, the occasional hot flake blistering my skin and of course the blisters. It was a miserable job that seemed never ending, but was so worth it in the end. Well done Alex, and I say that not in a patronizing way, but recognizing the talents of a fellow decorator. 😘
@mariposabesitos4592
3 ай бұрын
Love you Alix. Consider doing a mosaic spongewear on your bare wall. Could be beautiful. My great uncle made a water fountain with little mosaic tiles. It was a thong of wonder . Maybe only paint scenes of the outdoors like flowers and butterflys and bees on the stripped beautiful wood shutters. Much love from Texas 🐶🥰🇨🇱🦚🦋
@kar702
3 ай бұрын
I would definitely paint the one wall that you were thinking of leaving alone. On my tablet it looks like it has mold growing over the wall. I know it’s probably not mold, but that’s what it looks like. I think you should paint it like the rest of the room, maybe a different shade, a lighter shade though. Whatever you decide, I will follow along regardless ❤
@TheAmber52
3 ай бұрын
I agree with sanding and waxing the shutters,they will look beautiful x
@jakea1035
3 ай бұрын
Well done you for what you have managed so far. This is a job that is going to be so rewarding. Try not to be in a rush and "Enjoy" each stage. You are going to have a stunning comfy room to reward your efforts. Please keep us updated and good luck.
@carolekinsey7835
3 ай бұрын
Im with you on the paint stripping malarkey Alex. Its almost as bad as pinting in my oppinion. After stripping our kitchen of old paint from the cupboard doors, surrounds, shelves and doors x two, then sanding and painting....i never want yo do it ever again. I hated it so much. 😂 ive now bowed and thrusted greatfully, those jobs to my husband, who insists he enjoys doing it. 🤪 Any way, you did a great job there in getting all that paint removed. Ug i could feel that stucky glue feeling of the paint as you slid the paint stripper under the layers. At least it seemed to come off quite well. Im really looking forward to seeing the walls painted and the sanding of the floor boards. Your new bed will by the sounds of things, just add a lovely homely feel. Keep up the good work Alex. I feel for you, theres more to be done yet...and more rooms. Heck, good luck to you and your mum. Both working hard to make your house into a beautiful home. 😊 Catch you next time. Xxx
@icevoss9917
3 ай бұрын
Gosh Alex I feel for you, I wished I lived close by, I'll come over and help ye....😮
@whatanitemare
3 ай бұрын
Once upon a time, the correct way to install skirting boards was to butt them in the corners BUT the profile of one had to be cut into the other. They fit together a little like a jigsaw puzzle. They did it this way because they were being applied to plaster walls that were seldom straight or plumb.
@ttscrafts6765
3 ай бұрын
I thought that perhaps some of that wood would look awesome refinished and left as wood.
@johnnabuzby6103
3 ай бұрын
I'd love to see it with a clear or light colored stain on to reveal the wood grain and the remnants of the green paint which was underneath all the glossy layers.
@TheLadyk53
3 ай бұрын
That was so satisfying to watch. You did a great job Alex, although while you were scraping away, I did wonder why you had not taken the shutters off to do it, it would have been a lot easier to work on. Oh well! it still got done. I am looking forward to next steps. (After all that hard work scraping and after sanding, I don't think I would want to paint the shutters, maybe just stain them instead? The wood looks like it is in pretty good shape.)
@juliuscaesar3346
3 ай бұрын
Excellent video❤️💚🙏🏻🇬🇧
@ilenehancock7595
3 ай бұрын
If you can find an old slow cooker that plugs into the wall. You can cook the old paint off by cooking the hinges in the slow cooker
@BeFree-BeFrugal
3 ай бұрын
That back wall that you’re thinking of just leaving ..the small cracks would look could if you made a feature of them..like the Japanese pottery..paint fine gold paint along the crack line
@dianeo2819
3 ай бұрын
Alex, you and your Mom are working so hard on your home. I can't wait to see it all finished.
@joellenmeek658
3 ай бұрын
So much work to restore the shutters but I’m sure they will be beautiful. You did such a great job on redoing the guest room your room will be lovely.
@TheLostTowerDiaries
3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@jeanlynch1582
3 ай бұрын
You have restored a beautiful architectural feature of this room. It now resembles a piece of built in furniture. Bravo! I am looking forward to seeing the next steps in your renovation.
@samcollage7682
3 ай бұрын
You are so skilled at the heat gun and scraper. That's also a much safer method than chemicals.
@didisalyers4460
3 ай бұрын
You are doing an amazing job, but I figure you have finished the room by now, but I would leave the wood natural. It would be a beautiful contrast to your paint.
@barbarafoster1898
3 ай бұрын
If im not too late please just wax the wood ,no more paint I agree with others will look stunning with green walls , I love watching you how long have you lived there was it handed down by family also is your brother camera shy 😂 wishing you all well xx
@debbiewaksmonski4100
3 ай бұрын
Sorry, but I forgot to add, there is another KZitem channel that I really love, on a St. Louis, gentleman restoring his 1890's,1860's, ? Not exactly sure, house. It is beautiful, it is called "Second Empire Strikes Back".. on KZitem. You definitely don't have a whole lot of free time, but I would hope you would give it a peek. It really is worth the watch. ❤
@simhifree
3 ай бұрын
Alex your energy is admirable. Mine has gone in hiding. Years ago I painted a couple of rooms green. Ended up darker than expected, so only did wall and window trim the olive green. A bathroom was okay in a seafoam green.
@Cecelia-zp9qd
3 ай бұрын
I love that, will remember as my energy has gone into hiding also!! Especially after that teeny tiny tick bit me and give me lymes.
@beckyj1493
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. Enjoyed all your hard work. Wish I could be there to help you. You are totally amazing as always! I enjoyed looking out the window while you were working on the paint.❤😊
@christinewilkinson3772
3 ай бұрын
Oh Alex! You deserve a beautiful room! Take the time for yourself to make it how you like it! You deserve it!
@marciahawthorne4201
3 ай бұрын
What gorgeous wood!!! You're going to have such a lovely room when you're finished AND a great sense of accomplishment!
@TheLostTowerDiaries
3 ай бұрын
I hope so!🤞🏻 ❤️
@alanclark1361
Ай бұрын
well done Alex great job as good as a pro painter and decorator could have done god bless you and your mam keep the good work up
@traceyhacking7109
3 ай бұрын
Leave it wood? Sand and oil and seal it? Great video!
@poppydaniels9855
3 ай бұрын
I only found you and your mom's channel recently. I absolutely love everything you two get up to. I'm binge watching your videos from 4 years ago and must say I'm enjoying it tremendously. Your mudlarking looks so difficult but I admire you for doing it and saving what you can and your jewelry you make is awesome. I love everything vintage and love restoring old stuff and to use it again. Love the history behind things especially if it was from family. Can't wait to see your room finished. I watched the other room you did and it's beautiful 😍 Keep up the good work 👏...I'm from South Africa. ❤
@wha64
3 ай бұрын
Coming along nicely Alex. I would leave the wood natural.
@f.k.burnham8491
3 ай бұрын
It can help to put your screwdriver in the slot and tap it with a hammer. That can help loosen the screws a bit. I had to do that on my early 1930;s house. Also they make a drill bit that is hollow to let you basically "core out" broken screws. Remove the core with the broken screw in it, then glue in a dowel or whittle a plug for the hole. This works for stripped out holes too.
@jamesrawson6659
3 ай бұрын
All the best and loads of respect to you both with your renovations
@SandraTomey
3 ай бұрын
The heat gun would help loosen the stuck screws, also sharpening the scraper will speed up the scraping time. Can't wait to see your room.
@hankshobbies
3 ай бұрын
How precious you have a kitty ….mine is a long hair solid black named nikki
@Cecelia-zp9qd
3 ай бұрын
I love kitties! Cozy.
@suewarnes9469
3 ай бұрын
Wow! You really have done a great job stripping the paint off those shutters Alex! I agree that old paint can be very toxic. Thank you for sharing the start of your project.💐🇬🇧🫶🏻
@sherrimynhier7851
3 ай бұрын
What ever you choose for your wood and room will be great. You and your momma has great taste. I love the fact your so ambitious. It is lovely how it is turning out.
@joanneowen4540
3 ай бұрын
That was a massive project that im sure was a huge pain in the **".Your dedication to bringing the wood and shutters back is so lovely.Most modern redos just throw away the old and put cheap veneers everywhere.Bravo for all the work you continue to do.Your Grandad? Would be so proud! You deserva a nice cuppa!!
@nkbrown8382
3 ай бұрын
Good job❤
@TheLostTowerDiaries
3 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@SueFeige
3 ай бұрын
Call me crazy but I like the way the wood looks now. Reminds me of the Japanese technique of burning the wood to protect it. I can’t remember the term but it begins with an S. You’re doing an amazing job Alex. I’m sure that whatever you do will look fabulous.
@debbiewaksmonski4100
3 ай бұрын
I LOVED this video Alex!! I love ALL your, and your mums videos, honestly. I am so happy you took the time to take down the shutters. You are going to be much happier with the end result. I ABSOLUTELY have such TREMENDOUS respect for what you and your mum do. It has always been a dream to visit Scotland. I give a great deal to be able to find lovely old bottles, and bits of treasures. Looking forward to next weeks video. It's always the first thing I look for on Saturday or Sunday, or lately Monday mornings. Thank you ❤
@Carolbearce
3 ай бұрын
Alex you are doing an amazing job removing all the old paint. Your bedroom is going to be beautiful!
@esztervizi7202
3 ай бұрын
Good job you deserv e a beautiful bedroom. Old screws can be removed easier if you slighttly tggten them before trying to undo them. Cheers xx
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