Step up

We started our day with some locally produced apple juice, some lightly toasted nut bread, homemade pomelo marmalade and freshly made frothy coffee. Brian was then keen to get back to work in the library. He wanted to add in a step in front of the doors to the walled garden.

He started by evening out the floor at the front of the step with some small batons.

He had enough oak, and other pieces of wood, to do the job without having to buy any more.

Obviously his trusty laser needed to be used, to ensure the levels were correct. He cut the first piece of oak to size to fit along the front of the step.

He then cut the oak for the step itself and sanded it. To prevent any draughts he stuck some insulation between the back of the step and the wall.

Rather a lot of banging later, we were both very pleased with the outcome, it really helps to frame the door. All I need to do now is get some linseed oil on it.