Restoring 100+ y.o. window sill with PURE GOLD
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
- This week we gave our old cracked window sill a luxury upgrade with 23K pure gold! Episode #178. Subscribe, like and comment to stay on top of our progress. Thanks, you're the best!
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I saw this technique used for broken plates and cups, the japanese call it "kintsugi" "healing with gold". The idea is not to hide "scars" but to include them and made them beautiful. Very comforting idea....
Go back a few episodes, they referred to this exact technique.
I would like to see the shutters the same colour as the front door - I love the colour of the door.
I love the gold foil accent on the window sill❣️It’s an unexpected place to find gold, which makes the surprise so much fun.
A touch of gold to honour the object is a traditional Japanese method of repair. It's lovely.
Illia it’s beautiful, what a great idea❤️🎶🤗🎶🦋
The windows really elevate the outside appearance of the house , your choices are always perfect.And as for gold enhanced windowsills….divine ❤️
A window box of flowers will look very cottage-like.
Ilia, you are definitely a jack of all trades. Seems like there is nothing you can’t do! Love the door color.
Kintsugi uses urushi lacquer, which is a remarkably hard substance. It could be that you will need to re-gild the mends on occasion. But in any case, I love the concept, the process, and the outcome. Rescue comes at a price, but the object is worth rescuing. And I love that you honor the concept in your restoration work. Thank you.
What a beautiful, creative idea, love, love, love the gold❤
The gold is beautiful. You are putting so much love into this as well as hard work ❤
i visited once the shwedagon pagoda in yangon/myanmar... they plated the whole main Roof with this gold... and the story is the neighbours feel it as honour to collect their dust and the small particles of gold in it and donate it to the pagoda...
it looks great!!!
I don’t know if you have gone to the Sunday market in Tongeren (Belgium) yet, but they have many vendors selling vintage architectural hardware such as door knobs and handles, shutter dogs, and anything else you can think of. It is very worthwhile. I go many times during the year.
When using your new windows in the tilted position, be careful that if a cat tries to go in or out through the small opening, it can get stuck and may not be able to free itself. The cat will slide down through the gap until it's so deep that it can't breathe anymore. There are many warnings about this all over the internet. But aside from that, they are beautiful windows that fit very well with your historic farmhouse. 🙂
Keep up the good work, I love to watch your vlogs! 🌞
Thanks for that concern. Something I needed to know. As I’m sure others do. Kind of your to write it.
Casually mentions "repoint the whole house!" 🤯 The kintsugi looks great, as do the windows! Nice pumpkins!
Love the windows... but no screens! We can't live with out screens in Canada, too many mosquitoes ;) Great job De Hoeve team!
It's not an issue in northern Europe, down by the Mediterranean you will see some but generally they just keep the shutters closed during the day to keep them (and the sun out).
I like the gold scars on the window ledge. It looks beautiful.
The gold is beautiful! I like the Japanese use gold to repair dishes.❤
Guten Morgen was für eine gute Idee mit dem Blattgold .Da muss erst mal drauf kommen ❤
I love the piece of art you call a window ledge!! It is so organic. I love gold. The other repaired ledge looks really good too. I would love to have window ledges such as yours. All the windows in their varying styles are wonderful. So much noise and climate insulation. Kudos to you!!
I spent part of my childhood living in Japan and have a life-long appreciation for Japanese artistic traditions. The idea of honoring the origins of an object formed by another craftsman by making damage part of its history is such a lovely way of honoring the skills of the past. I love seeing that aesthetic reflected in an old Belgian farm home.
The kintsugi is beautiful! Thank you for showing us this technique.
well i never heard of this.... i was confused at first but then reading comments and watching the video i now understand. how cool!!!
The care and attention to detail are what will make your home so beautiful ❤
Kintsugi, brilliant idea. I've used on ceramics never outside.
I believe that people who apply gold leaf wipe the application brush on their face each time in order to pick up a tiny bit of moisture which the leaf will stick to more easily than a dry brush. A single wipe is all that's needed.
Great job.
Kintsugi is the technique, Wabi Sabi is the ethos, embracing imperfection.
Pure gold is very nice there and windows and door with dark red colour was joy to see. Good luck to you all.
I love the gold veins in the ledge. I am looking forward to the next step of your renovation; concrete needs to happen for the pretty stuff to happen.
I love your window sill repairs. Perfect.
You are multi talented. Now a goldsmith too. Love this channel
The window sill looks great with the gold leaf! What a creative and beautiful solution.
What a great idea with the gold on the window sills. I love it! ❤
Copper could also be interesting, btw. Of course it will change colour, but it could be nice as well.
And Ilia clearly loves his windows! 😊😊😊
I love the windows and the special touch of the gold fill!
My goodness but the window choices are lovely. You made wise choices there. Your pride for them shows happiness. 👍👍👍
Looks good. There are grand houses in England that have various parts of the windows done in gold to ensure lasting strength.
Illia and Mariana that is beautiful the windows it is going to be a magnificent house with magnificent views I love it and all the care put in to it❤🎉❤
What a fun idea to highlight the repair with gold leaf!
Flower boxes will be beautiful! Gorgeous windows.
I love the window handles! so pretty but sturdy 🙂
How nice to see big, strong Iliya doing such delicate work for a change. love the results!
I can really appreciate your attention to detail in the work you both do. Fantastic effort and dedication shown.Love your newly installed multi functional windows. 😊
You can take a soft cloth and buff the gold to make it smoother. Windows look great! Make sure you seal them before winter and rain. Mortar will definitely last longer and look much nicer that silicone.
At first I thought the gold on the window sill was crazy, but I love it! Great idea!
I love the idea of kintsugi. Your golden cracks of window sill look beautiful. 🤩 Now you only need to seal the golden layer with urushi laquer (Japanese laquer) for weather protection.
Those are some nice windows
It's great that you were able to have a modern function and still maintain the original look.
Looking forward to seeing how they look once you've completely finished all the trim and everything.
Thanks for sharing the gold process with us.
The window sill looks GREAT!!!! Compliments your home so much! Have a wonderful week.
I've never seen that done to a window sill b4 Illiad
The colour of the shutters: same as the front door ❤👍
I love the dill repair, and the windows are beautiful. I can't wait to see the shutter catches restored, and that lovely front door will be glorious when you find the perfect handle!
Thanks guys love the tilting window i have never seen them before
Love your work
I love the gold bits , great idea! Windows are so beautiful. Your home is going to be one of a kind beautiful.
You live in such a beautiful area. I was wondering if you live near Flanders Field which was the scene of a famous battle during WW1. Your house would have been about ten years old during that time. I also wonder if it had a role to play in the war. Do you know about the history of it? Your place is looking beautiful. You’ve put a lot of work into it, which will be very rewarding when it’s all done.
Did you look up some clips on how to apply gold leaf?
I remember you need to brush the brush along your forehead. That way it will pick up some skin fat which prevents the brush to become static and repel the gold leaf.
And before applying you also need to cut the gold leaf in strips or squares first, instead of using the entire leaf in one go.
Great advice. I’ll remember that for the future.
Unusual solution to the window sill, looks great
Gold leafing was my trade over 30 years ago. Yes you should have sealed the lime mortar with shellac applied glue then gold leaf then sealed with shelac again this will help keep it looking good longer. As always practice makes perfect. Love what you are doing.
The ultimate in visible mending!
I had heard of and learned about that technique, but this is the first time I have seen the process, we’ll done. ❤️
the type of handle you are looking for is called barley twist
Windows are beautiful. Love that they open different ways. That's cool.
Thank you for the video. Have a great week.
I like what you have come up with. It looks beautiful! 😊
I really love your channel and look forward to your videos.
I love the new windows.
Gold leaf is gold glitter’s rich cousin. Always always vacuum, never sweep😂
Why never sweep?
Love those windows .... How they both open, and hinge to let air in...
And they keep the noise out 👍
I love the gold, you are so creative!
Wat leuk dat jullie mijn kleine bijdrage aan ideeën hebben gebruikt voor de vensterbank.
Mischien hebben jullie tijd om naar Frankrijk te gaan naar antiek winkels of naar een grote Vid Grenier.Ze verkopen daar,ik heb ze gezien,de uitzet ijzers voor de luiken met die mooie uiteinden. Misschien vinden jullie ook een deurknop.
Jammer dat het seizoen van de grote rommelmarkten voorbij is,want daar heb je de meeste kans om te vinden wat je zoekt. Ook ik ga er naar zoeken..in Nederland dan.
Love the Handels on the windows😊
I love the windowsill repair. I’m curious to see what it looks like when it’s wet. 🙂
Congratulations on the new windows. I’d at least temporarily seal around them on the outside so that they don’t rot out.
Good luck finding your door handle!!! ♥️
Idd do the shutters the same colour of your front door and have you thought of getting some tint film for your Windows it helps keep the heat in
That can be a very expensive hobby, but I also think you have the patience needed to make it fun.
The windows look great.
Wow! Looks great
All looks good we have restored some stone work some I sealed with stone sealer clear thin varnish like liquid. Some I didn’t just forgot the difference is amazing and had to go back to fix. Worthwhile as if water gets in and it freezes the stone breaks. Thanks again for sharing 😊
Love your windows.
Awesome build, NC USA 🇺🇸
The windows are beautiful
Your windows are a mechanical marvel with the two different ways they can open. The handles are very attractive. A most unusual use for gold leaf, sealing a crack, as it will not rust. The windows seem to be soundproof! How luxurious it is not to hear road noise. Preparing the shutters actually sounds exciting. The metal hardware, fashioned like a person wearing a hat, was very creative and so attractive. You will surely use your creative skills to make them stunning.
I am thrilled by seeing that you have released another vlog for our enjoyment. Thank you. Lyn
that was a lovely idea!
Looks amazing
It's like vanes of gold in a rock face. Very nice.
Stunning
You two are an inspiration as you continue to restore your home! Ilya - just curious about your knowledge & skillset. I know some of it is “learn as you go” but did you have formal training of some kind? What a great team you are! Look forward to every video!
I really like those windows!
Looking great, and the windows too. Be careful with cats and windows open at the top. The can try to get outside and get stuck and die.
Window sills need to be sealed with Osmo Stone Oil or similar sealer. Also, looks like you still have some silicon caulking to do. Limestone is a rather soft and porous material. Obviously they won’t last as long as granite sills would, but they should last for your lifetime. You guys do nice work. Thanks for sharing with your viewers!!
The stone sills they are fixing are in the same materiel as the new stone sills. Those seem to be from when the house was built 1910. So the new sills will possibly last four or five lifetimes .
@@francesconicoletti2547 You’re correct regarding them being the same material. However, the new stone sills were installed to replace original sills which had deteriorated too far to save. That means that some of the sills lasted only 115 yrs. before needing replacement. Those that weren’t replaced are still 115yrs. old. The goal is to preserve these aging original sills so that they will last several more decades. If a lifetime is 75 years, it’s doubtful that any sills will last 300-375 years (four or five lifetimes) when several have already been replaced after 115 years. I might agree with you if they were granite…but remember they’re only limestone.
The light and air and ability to lean out and be part of the world from inside is wonderful. You will re-point the whole house exterior? That is a mind-boggling task.
It’s beautiful! 💛
Looking fabulous ❤
Please.don't forget to 'burnish' the goldleave (look up on the internet). This is necessary to fixate the gold and make it much more durable.
burnishing gold leaf
Looking excellent. So looking forward to you starting on the interiors. X
The new windows are great
I would be afraid that potential burglars would think that there are piles of goof bars in your house, but I think it's a wonderful idea.
Thank you 👍
Gold finger 😂😂 well done Illia, looks good.. im searching for handle for you x look for medium antique copper / cast iron door pull
Thé windows look amazing 💕💕💕Great work you two😊
Looks so good!
In Holland they did ( knipvoeg) its verry difficult and timeconsuming and that why so expensive. But i think you will love it . Its amazing beautiful on the bricks wall. 😊
Just like a treasured Ming Vase.
Hi, you can sandblast the figures with the machine you already have :)
instead of lime mortar for the gap between the bricks and the window, have you considered burnt-sand mastic? That might be the more traditional solution to that flexible gap. It is really easy to make up at home - just fine sand and linseed oil. The sand needs to be very fine and very dry, so I use bags of "play sand" from the local supermarket and dry it in the oven before use. If you fill a jar with the sand, the correct amount of linseed oil is just enough to fill all the spaces between the sand, without ponding on top. Give it a good stir and it is ready to use.
By coincidence I am doing exactly that today! My tray of sand was in the oven last night when I was cooking my pizza, so it is dry enough to use this morning! 🙂
kintsugi seems very appropriate since you have a Koi pond. i would match the door color for the shutters since the edges of the upper window on the door show white they would be a good contrast but still match.