2021 Attic
When the roof was done, we could see that the roof itself looked spectacular, but the walls of the attic and its floor looked in a bad way. Romain suggested insulating the walls and laying new flooring. At the same time we could install a bathroom – remember, we had extended the pipeworks up to the space when the ensuite was renovated.
Video of the Attic
In this video you can see the attic as it was when visited prior to purchase.
It was used as a dormatory for walkers of the Comino trail. The price was 15€ per person per night. It is why the entrance plaque says “Dortoier Magnolia de Colette”.
Stairwell
The Original Brick Pyramid
Had to be removed as the supports were rotten.
Inside the Pyramid
View of the velux.
The Pyramid has Gone
The wood is rotten.
Rebuilding the Box
It was more complex than originally planned.
Wall Insulation
Removal of the Rear Chimney Stacks
The tops had already been removed.
Building the False Wall "Studs"
Here it is clear to see the condition of the walls.
Insulation
Insulation, electrics and pipeworks in the bathroom.
Plater Boarding
53 slabs of plaster board had to be carried up, 1 by 1.
Bathroom
Floor being Prepared
Under the sound insulation, a self-levelling floor was poured.
Floor being Laid
Sound insulation under the flooring
Installing the Bathroom Fittings
Wall heaters, toilet and sink unit.
Installed Shower Unit
The glass for the shower only just came up the stairs and through the door.
Attic Bathroom Installed
Makes a big difference.
Before, During & After
Example of Before
Note the beds and wardrobes
Beds and Wardrobes Going
A small misunderstanding lead to the destruction of the wardrobes but the beds had to go.
