As we are not here permanently, I am having to cut back any invasive greenery that might otherwise climb under, or dislodge, roof tiles whilst we are away.
This evergreen plant by the 'Pump House' was sadly getting a tad out of hand, so I decided to act.
I removed the top half completely, trimmed what remained, and re-discovered an outdoor lamp that I'd totally forgotten about. It was hanging by 1½ bare wires so it had to be thoroughly checked, cleaned inside, new holes drilled into the wall, then re-attached. Amazingly it still works!
I don't know if it looks any better or worse than before, but my mind will be at rest knowing that the roof tiles will be OK.
This particular roof was my very first attempt at roofing. I did everything from the block-work upwards, I think it still looks pretty good.
And here's the lamp, wires replaced, screwed back onto the wall, and working! I remained un-electrocuted; Hooray.
The scalloped edge to your roof is charming. You certainly have many talents Cro.
ReplyDeleteThat edging is called a 'Genoise' here. I didn't get it 100% right, but you'd never know. My aim was to make it look like an old building, which I think it does (a bit).
DeleteIt looks much better trimmed and now you have a visible working lamp too.
ReplyDeleteFor some reason, the switch for that light is INSIDE the pump house, which is not ideal. One needs it to be on, before descending the steps in the dark.
DeleteGreat job. Would you pop up here and sort out our shed?
ReplyDeleteOnly if it has dodgy electrics with live wires everywhere.
DeleteI wish I lived near enough that pool for a nice gentle swim every day.
ReplyDeleteI've already been in twice this morning, and I'm just about to go in again. Too hot here!
DeleteGreat improvement! The vine was definitely taking over the pump house. Your work with the blocks and roof looks perfect to me. With the vines removed, the lines and features of the building are nicely visible. The newly visible lamp is a nice detail too.
ReplyDeleteI'd completely forgotten that the lamp was there, so it was a nice bonus.
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