Floor Demolition Leads to Strange Archaeological Findings in Cottage...

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22 күн бұрын

As the cottage floor renovation proceeds some interesting finds of the past 300 years reveals itself.
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@yvonnemills508 20 күн бұрын

Just a suggestion. If you build a full wall dividing kitchen from stairs, you are compartmentalizing the rooms. Perhaps a pony wall would leave it with an open concept, creating a much larger appearance.🤷‍♀️

@Seans_World 20 күн бұрын

Yes it will be open at the top half

@debras9020 17 күн бұрын

A few months ago, I suggested to have no wall at all. It would be obvious where the kitchen area is without chopping it up with a wall. Like an efficiency apartment.

@pj1043 15 күн бұрын

@@debras9020 I agree, leave it open plan without the full or half wall. It would make it bigger & not so pokey.

@pj1043 15 күн бұрын

@@Seans_World Leave it open plan without the full or half wall. It would make it bigger, light & airy. Instead of a half wall put a decorative French balustrade there between the kitchen & the stairs. Thanks for sharing, really enjoying watching your informative commentary & renovating this cottage into a beautiful cottage.

@becky8571 20 күн бұрын

Don’t put walls in the kitchen! Keep everything open with lower cabinets and upper cabinets on the back wall. We have no walls and the kitchen is a delight to work in! Open and airy and part of the rest of the house.

@mousee23 20 күн бұрын

I like the idea of a stone floor foyer

@cathyfield4765 20 күн бұрын

I like your idea to reclaim the old stones for the entrance.

@sandrakicklighter2735 20 күн бұрын

Love the idea of a stone entrance at the door.

@NancyTannehill-qn5zk 20 күн бұрын

I like the idea of a stone entrance.

@mnamber 20 күн бұрын

Especially with it being original to the cordage 😍

@marisnak 20 күн бұрын

Agree with you regarding extra room by the stairs. More elbow room to transport stuff upstairs. Thanks for the kitties!

@nicolinavincelli9369 20 күн бұрын

Sean, nobody works harder than you. You are making good porgess. The cats are really cute, there is always one that gets attached, thank your for sharing.

@paulsackett3613 20 күн бұрын

Definitely put stone inside the door entry. It will help frame the terracotta and tie-in with the steps and other stonework

@jeanahill9303 20 күн бұрын

You remind me so much of my stepdad. Him and one worker built a cedar 2 story cabin from the blueprint in his head. I’m in awe of anyone who can envision the way they want things to look, and then make it happen. You are a man of many talents.

@Seans_World 20 күн бұрын

Thanks

@KatherineAlfaro-zf2gk 19 күн бұрын

Oh, I am so happy and excited that you are using more of the stones that you are uncovering from the original floor. I like the idea of some oak with the stones and Terra cotta tiles. I especially like that you are paying homage to the gents who created the cottage. If they can look down, they will be pleased as punch with your creative ideas. You need a free hand to change the restoration as you see fit. There is nothing boring on your videos. The Bog Walkway will be a great improvement with bog plants. When the cottage is finished, don't be surprised ,you have a huge list of people wanting to stay in the cottage like a hotel. You never know. I super enjoyed today's video because it lasted longer today. Just loved it !!! Hello from Yakima, Washington, USA

@mnamber 20 күн бұрын

I love when, while I’m doing a renovation, a new idea comes to me to make thins nicer/better/ makes more sense. Sometimes it’s just like that when you have a place as unique as yours. Don’t fight it, love the process, it’ll be so much better than you ever expected ❤️❤️✌️👏

@ginanoble7203 20 күн бұрын

I always hope there will be special finds whilst all this renovation is in progress.

@Ruth-uj1dm 20 күн бұрын

We'll be calling you Indiana Sean next.

@pitsnipe5559 20 күн бұрын

Wouldn’t it be fun to be able to travel back and watch them build that place.

@charmees6637 20 күн бұрын

Oh yes great idea widening the steps. Nice big stones you came across digging up the floor. Love the way you decide things as you go along. 👍

@suehall3298 19 күн бұрын

Great find hope you find the rest 👍🤗 Great work you are really nailing it 👍🤗. I loved watching time team 🤗 Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

@sarahrussell3418 20 күн бұрын

I love the idea of those stones in the door way then the terra Cotta tiles

@virginiacacal5006 20 күн бұрын

I vote for the uncovered flat stones being placed just inside the front door; then, transitioning with the terra-cotta tiles for the floor!

@elisabethhopson5639 20 күн бұрын

Your idea to reuse the flat stones by the door is really good. It will look very authentic and will give a good idea of how it looked originally. Hope you find the rest of the cup as it looks quite interesting. Maybe you could call it "Crockery Cottage" when it is finished? 😀

@verathyssen284 20 күн бұрын

Thank you for being caring and thoughtful cat parents. I don’t know how many times you have to address the issue of hunters with dogs and birds of prey in your area. Also the number of times you have to address the floor levels - People need to respect you decisions … you know what you are doing. Love the care for the cats and great reno/restoration work you are doing. Greetings from Mandurah Western Australia 🇦🇺

@athomeinfrancewithsam837 20 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words 😊

@nanad267 20 күн бұрын

I think that’s a great idea-the stones in the entryway ! Homage and a great place to take off muddy shoes !! Restoration is all about homage and imagination !! I love your ideas Sean ! Nothing is set in stone -And everything is-not a problem ! Such a great attitude to have !!!

@BettyKoehler-zg5sv 20 күн бұрын

Kitties are big! Sweet how each has their own personality, and Pixie is the roamed! Good work, Sean, on the floor! I hope your back isn’t too sore from all that digging. From Pennsylvania 💕🌷🐻

@Seans_World 20 күн бұрын

They are!

@lindamitman4538 20 күн бұрын

I love how you are so able to go with the flow and flex your plans letting the building tell you what it needs. Hopefully you can fix the stair case so it’s safe to use.

@marymerrill1612 20 күн бұрын

Indiana Sean, love it.

@marydawson8939 20 күн бұрын

Would you consider leaving the downstairs open plan as it seems too small to divide it up with walls? I’m glad you decided to widen the stairs as they seemed far too narrow and would be difficult to move furniture and larger items upstairs! 😊

@lisadurban3525 19 күн бұрын

I think that perhaps just a low wall would help

@marydawson8939 19 күн бұрын

@@lisadurban3525 Yes, especially at the foot of the stairs.

@jimriffel6969 20 күн бұрын

Seeing you sit on that board, made me think a polished board installed there, could be an AWESOME place to sit and remove or put on shoes right by the door.

@lisastephens77 20 күн бұрын

Suggest you keep that space open and not add walls and doors. It's too small of a space to chop up. You could always put a little pantry or coat closet under the stairs so that space isn't wasted.

@karenbradley8851 20 күн бұрын

Love when you uncover little bits of history.

@Fillup1957 20 күн бұрын

Using the found buried flat stones as an entrance floor by the door is a good idea to pay homage to the once stone floor.

@user-hv6tz8lx7m 20 күн бұрын

Pony wall at the most, would be nice to keep it spacious feeling. If you do put a pony wall then you can have a small counter and shelves or cupboards underneath the counter. Storage is always important.

@ldqa2737 17 күн бұрын

What I was thinking as well...

@mavep2855 20 күн бұрын

Your vision is becoming more visible with each task you complete. I also like the plan for stones at the entranceway of the cottage. The kittens are all thriving and getting into an appropriate amount of mischief. Thanks Sean🙏❤️

@dyannejohnson6184 20 күн бұрын

It amazing how the mundane puttering repairs --are achieved -then all of a sudden you get to relax with I fine tea and satisfaction

@user-ek1cx5xc1q 20 күн бұрын

You're going to have a lot of fun getting furnishings up to the second level!

@janetwhitney233 20 күн бұрын

I think you are right about the lg. stones in the doorway. That would look good.

@kathibrooks1401 20 күн бұрын

I love the linger video. You know sean when you think of different things im all on board. Your gonna make it beautiful. Youve done so much hard work and it is starting to show . All the little things are becoming a dream , be proud of yourself. Sure wish i could help. Where has tom gone. Kinda missing him

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

Thanks 👌

@dianesang8428 20 күн бұрын

Get them a cat harness and take them for a walk

@andymccabe6712 19 күн бұрын

..... who....!?!?

@judithstonier9872 18 күн бұрын

My daughter has a harness for her cat and he loves a walk in the local community garden 😊

@katherinegeddie7687 20 күн бұрын

If you widen the stairs, it will be easier to make the turn on the stairs while carrying furniture and other award-shaped items upstairs in the future. Tight angles are nearly impossible to navigate with mattresses, chest of drawers, and other bulky items.

@juliemix3373 20 күн бұрын

Sean, love seeing the cats again. I liked your new cat carrier too. The cottage floor is really coming along. So neat that you found parts of the teacup. The terracotta tiles will look wonderful. Love watching you and hearing your thoughts as you go along. Cheers

@fr.barryschoonbaert3844 20 күн бұрын

Love the idea of stones at the entrance Sean! Years ago I think it was about using what you had at your disposal.

@user-eq3fw4hq1o 20 күн бұрын

I've enjoyed seeing the progress you have made recently. I have to agree with statements several others have made, keep the downstairs as open a possible without walls. The space is full of special timbers, the stone fireplace and the rendered walls to be. It would be a shame to chop up this area with walls. Let these wonderful features be observed at their best. I also suggest making the proposed stone entrance pad at least a meter wide and the length of the door. Make it a statement area.

@JackFright 16 күн бұрын

In many cases, KZfaq creators are told to keep their videos short. I, personally, like seeing these longer ones. You don't need to go to two hours or anything but there are good times for half an our or so. Thanks!

@Cquoya 20 күн бұрын

The kitties with eggs would have been an excellent video. Made me laugh, sneaky devils.❤

@helbrell 18 күн бұрын

Thanks for the mention Sean! Looking forward to receiving my chopping board ☺️ The cottage is looking fantastic by the way! You're doing such a great job with the restoration!

@Seans_World 18 күн бұрын

Thanks for your support, your chopping board should be with you soon.

@jillbecenti9987 20 күн бұрын

The cottage is coming along so well, Sean! Those kitties are definitely characters!

@lyndamiller2623 19 күн бұрын

Great video Sean, love the idea of using the stones in the entrance doorway, and the carrier for Pixie ❤️🐾

@Ruth-uj1dm 20 күн бұрын

I'm seeing your vision Sean. Well done finding the china cup bits. You can add an addition after your name now. Amateur archiologist.

@Seans_World 20 күн бұрын

Hi Ruth

@athomeinfrancewithsam837 20 күн бұрын

Hi Ruth 😊

@Ruth-uj1dm 20 күн бұрын

Hi Sam, I haven't seen you lately. Everything is coming along so nicely.

@Ruth-uj1dm 20 күн бұрын

I do like your idea for the stone just inside the door. It would act as a welcome mat only in stone.

@wandacasper5612 20 күн бұрын

I like what u are going to do with the dirt u put out side. Great job

@janegendreau6595 20 күн бұрын

What are the odds of finding that partial tea cup without having crushed it further, considering all the work you've been doing in that area!! Quite an amazing find, Sean!! So hoping you find the rest of the cup or another artifact as you continue excavating!! Exciting!! Love the idea of the larger stones placed in the entrance of the cottage, Sean. Blessings to your family!! 🇺🇸

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

Maybe it was whole and l broke it digging, oh no 😃

@rlelesi 19 күн бұрын

@@Seans_World, I think I saw a shard of the tea cup in the wheelbarrow load that you showed at the end of the video.

@BA-ef4pr 20 күн бұрын

Awesome to find cup pieces! Love the idea of rock entry. It's looking great, Sean. Cheers, Rebecca, in California

@lindafollent2014 19 күн бұрын

This video seems to be a perfect example of the universe providing solutions to many of your needs. Fantastic job.

@stacy4530 20 күн бұрын

I'm on team no full walls in the kitchen! :)

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

Me too

@tafromthenorth6306 20 күн бұрын

Hi Sean, Have you thought about hunting for a used old spiral staircase to use rather than your current ones? Think about it a bit. Love the series. Please keep it up 😊

@belight123 20 күн бұрын

I love what you're doing Sean, and I love the treasure hunt you went on and took us down with you on today. Those cups look lovely, so French! I bet there's a whole other level of floor under your cottage, what would happen if you just keep digging? You may find way more than you bargained for! It feels like the open concept thing is already baked into the building at current and has a lovely vibe, but if you do put half walls, I'm sure you will make it look beautiful

@deannfausett3923 20 күн бұрын

It might be fun to reinstate the entrance as much as you can!

@shannoncampbell8538 20 күн бұрын

A stone entry way would be beautiful

@jbart5260 20 күн бұрын

Open concept downstairs is my choice! I was saying to the screen before you said you were going to put stones at the entry way. That immediate stepdown coming into the door would be tricky to maneuver, especially if you or your wife have your arms full of groceries, etc.

@rebeccawoods5119 19 күн бұрын

Always love seeing the Kitties.

@kaymason2497 20 күн бұрын

Sean, You're doing a Great job, love your idea's. What's great about it as you dig you never know what else you'll find. Pace yourself and keep up the great work, we love your program.

@blondienewton4669 20 күн бұрын

You are so creative. You look at a rock and think, "Oohhh, steps".... I look at a rock and think "Oohhh a rock". LOL

@karenviglione503 20 күн бұрын

Loving your whole processing of ideas .going to be real nice.

@joannrittenhouse8595 20 күн бұрын

I loved the longer vlog today!!!

@sybilludington4156 20 күн бұрын

Sean, I keep thinking about the line of stones and voids you have found running across the room, back to front. Historically, might water run-off, coming from the back, be a regular problem just in that area...such that is will be coming into the house? Thus, maybe a French drain installed? Have you seen any sort of outlet on the front of the house for water run-off? Love the idea of paying homage to the old by using the stone for an entrance way.

@fullframecoach 18 күн бұрын

I like the idea of a flagstone threshold Sean. Expecially with stones that were there in the first place. It will also help as a high traffic area.

@lauralake7430 20 күн бұрын

So fascinating to see it all come together!

@boostmobily7088 20 күн бұрын

Hi Sean. From a 85° clear day in Spokane Valley, Washington

@barbaraash6191 20 күн бұрын

From Washington too! Vancouver!

@boostmobily7088 20 күн бұрын

@@barbaraash6191 Hi! Barbara 👋

@lisajahn6839 20 күн бұрын

Great progress and episode! 😊

@Fillup1957 20 күн бұрын

Glad that the farmer will have some use of the spoils and the hay in the loft. A KZfaq channel I watch, the de Hoeve family farmhouse renovation had done the same thing with their hay.

@attilladacook3405 20 күн бұрын

Would you consider making the floor all one level except for the kitchen? For such a compact space there would be more usable floor space for furniture placement. I agree with the others that a full wall would make the kitchen area too closed in and dark. All easy for me to say when someone else is doing all the hard work. I drove my husband nuts whenever we remodeled our homes. Love following your videos. Thankyou for all your effort. ❤

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

If done correctly its a more efficient use of a small space, the top half of the wall will be an open timber framework and maybe glass

@BigMamaMarge 19 күн бұрын

I like the idea of the stone entrance.

@angelavan478 20 күн бұрын

Just an idea, but don't leave the bottom of the stairs "squared-off"? if the entry to the stairwell was "flared out on the sides / rounded or semi-circular" it would visually blend the room together better (and make it seem larger). Are you building new steps to match the wood you'll use on a new bannister?

@L1225O 20 күн бұрын

Looking magnificent!!! 💜

@cherylstraub5970 20 күн бұрын

Instead of adding stone to the left as you face the steps why not add to the right and raise it up one step to the start of the next run? you could put the newel in the crook where the steps turn

@gerryhartung736 20 күн бұрын

Way back in history, the soil was mixed with ox blood and camped hard as concrete. Quite probable that is what you encountered.

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

Yes mentioned that in my last video

@archiebald4717 20 күн бұрын

Brilliant!

@dianafessenden7361 20 күн бұрын

Sounds like an artistic floor plan for the entrance. Sean, I really wish you would not work by yourself all the time, physical demands are right there.

@Seans_World 20 күн бұрын

I prefer to

@joanneclose7041 20 күн бұрын

I like the stone entry idea! Reuse,recycle, restore ♻💚

@lorrainewalker9674 20 күн бұрын

Have you thought about opening up the upstairs into the top floor of the barn Sean. If the cottage will be for more people it will provide more bedroom and extra living space. It could have a lockable door that blocks it off if only a couple of people rent it, but when more people it’s more rent.

@bettybay2181 16 күн бұрын

And furniture could come up thru the barn loft opening.

@MK-Farm-Michigan 20 күн бұрын

I think widening the steps to staircase is a good idea.

@peterwhite9261 20 күн бұрын

Sean, just an idea. If you don't find the rest of the cup, glue the pieces together and glue them to a piece of wood carved by use and put next to the fireplace for your matches. I am sure you may have better ideas. I am loving the progress you are making. Careful on those stairs. I never saw a cat carrier like that. Cool. Pixie, you behave yourself.❤

@danhumphries9016 20 күн бұрын

@@@@ new tshirt idea Sean’s world He has the STONES

@lisajahn6839 20 күн бұрын

I 💜 love seeing the kitties!😊❤

@treehuggingmusician595 19 күн бұрын

I love the idea of having a stone floor entrance and making your stair platform wider. I would also keep the kitchen open and only make a half wall at the stairwell.

@PennyHarding-yc7bl 20 күн бұрын

I’m an advocate for walls in a kitchen. Helps control odors (even with an extractor fan) and allows me to have some dirty dishes in the sink which cannot be seen. Plus doubles or triples the amount of space for cabinets/counters.

@athomeinfrancewithsam837 20 күн бұрын

Exactly Penny 😉

@Seans_World 19 күн бұрын

Yes if done correctly it's the most effective use of space

@user-jf2iu4vo7b 17 күн бұрын

You are such an interesting creative videographer ! Your show is a great Sunday morning watch with coffee.

@Seans_World 17 күн бұрын

Thanks 👌

@newday5 20 күн бұрын

Have you thought of changing the stair to go up from door opposite direction

@donnastorch4462 20 күн бұрын

fantastic progress ❤ Thought, what about recessed door dividing the entry and kitchen retracting into a solid wall interior middle, also separating they entire living space when wanted 🤔???

@pambridge3913 18 күн бұрын

Hello Sean, I like the way you talk to us as if we are there with you. Others just film what they are doing, usually at top speed but you really include us. I agree with your idea of extending the stairs especially since you are putting a wall up. It might be a little squashed if you are carrying anything.

@Seans_World 18 күн бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@kimward8322 20 күн бұрын

Time Team Sean there in Sutton Hoo, you will have to get back to old Blighty. 😶

@mariondaniels-price-hh6mx 19 күн бұрын

Hi Sean! In watching you dig out the larger stones I came up with an idea. It'll require a bit more work, but I think if you might want to relay these stones in a half circle. Then lay the Terra cotta tiles in radiating semi-circles until you reach the walls for the living room and the kitchen, making the entryway a unique feature in itself.

@jannaward2223 20 күн бұрын

Just a thought: I agree with some of the other comments about not putting a full wall in between the kitchen and stairs. What about a half wall with some type of lattice work between the kitchen and stairs that would provide privacy going up and down? Leave the rest of the kitchen open plan to the rest of the downstairs. And behind the main door, inset some of those nice flat stones in the floor, then put some ‘period’ type coat hooks on the wall for when it is raining…

@user-ek1cx5xc1q 20 күн бұрын

Is there any covered, dry space on your property to relocate and store all that hay? It makes great mulch ground cover in gardens and flower beds to help retain moisture.

@lindamarsden8024 20 күн бұрын

Don't forget the rake on the stairs.

@Padraig123 20 күн бұрын

Hi Sean, You could get rid of the step, level the entire floor (Front Section) and put a pull down loft ladder in place, thus utilising the ground floor space to its maximum capacity. I dont think theyre that expensive.

@stephaniegaromon3244 20 күн бұрын

Dear Sean, do you have to put walls in the kitchen? Can’t it all be open to the whole space and maybe find a beautiful wooden piece of furniture to use as a small center island placed up to the change in floor height and looking out to the fireplace and living room. I think it would be much nicer all opened up. I like the idea of stone right at the entrance and then the terracotta. But I wouldn’t then put a different floor in the kitchen and living room unless they are both wood. Oh my goodness the cat carrier is hilarious but functional I’m sure. ❤

@makingMyHouseaHome412 20 күн бұрын

Would be nice to see Sam come out and praise you for all your hard work.

@athomeinfrancewithsam837 20 күн бұрын

I am taking care of my mum who has just come out of hospital

@Ruth-uj1dm 20 күн бұрын

Oh, I do hope your mum is OK. Please give her my sincere wish for a speedy recovery.

@athomeinfrancewithsam837 20 күн бұрын

Thank you Ruth, she is over the worst of it now and thanks you for your kind wishes 😊

@suzanne9204 20 күн бұрын

You need to get harnesses and leashes for your cats. You can take them for a walk. My daughter does this. They love it.

@hmeyers5114 20 күн бұрын

I think you once mentioned, but I've forgotten. Why are you not expanding the top floor into at least part of the barn to give you more room for step clearance? Are there planning issues? Is it not structurally sound? I'd envision maybe a small study/bedroom/storage area into part of the top floor of the barn. Every few meters helps. 😉