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  • Опубликовано: 16 июн 2024
  • Get In Touch: billy@thepethericks.com

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  • @Dive1962
    @Dive1962 28 дней назад +163

    If Yannis ever has to apply for a new job, he can submit this series as a resume

  • @TammyMullins-tp5uf
    @TammyMullins-tp5uf 28 дней назад +77

    I can't believe your father is still able to work as hard as does blessings to him 🎉🙏

  • @tedev
    @tedev 28 дней назад +84

    Billy.... create a "History-Biography-Gallery" next to the library. a small room with all your findings, pictures that you have found AND.... pictures of you, your friends, your family and your 80 years old father who is still going strong and helping with this project.

    • @mrs.hurley-wk5nu
      @mrs.hurley-wk5nu 28 дней назад +7

      That’s a great idea!

    • @janetwatson7966
      @janetwatson7966 27 дней назад +3

      The showcase should be in the reception area. Close to the front dest so it can be watched

  • @user-ew7vm8cy2s
    @user-ew7vm8cy2s 28 дней назад +45

    Congratulations Billy. It’s not overkill to make a building last a few more hundred years. It’s already a few hundred years old so what an achievement. Your family must be very proud of you. also, well done to Yannis and your dad. Love watching the progress.👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️🇦🇺

  • @judithrapier7500
    @judithrapier7500 28 дней назад +29

    It would be wonderful when completed to put a tall Christmas tree right in the middle, as tall as possible. Decorated as it would have been done a hundred years ago.

    • @cat-a-tonic150
      @cat-a-tonic150 28 дней назад +9

      Great suggestion! It's kind of like last year's drive to get the organ playable by Christmas.

  • @gladiola8126
    @gladiola8126 27 дней назад +8

    That 80 year old man shoveling rock!?!?! Just HOW??? Those two are mythical creatures. Yanis and Dad are impressive! Wow 💪🏻💪🏻

  • @melissahalbert9455
    @melissahalbert9455 28 дней назад +105

    Wow, just realized I have been watching your channel for approximately 5 years now! Well done! Keeping my attention for so long! Just goes to show you how interesting I find your projects and your family and friends.

  • @mpaxson1013
    @mpaxson1013 28 дней назад +81

    Wonderful job reusing those I beams. That really took a great leap of faith and imagination.

    • @sushirules
      @sushirules 27 дней назад +1

      What're your plans for the wonky beams in the reception and dining areas? More steel?

  • @TRoth858
    @TRoth858 28 дней назад +37

    Where is Rick? I haven't seen him for awhile. I hope he's over helping Michael. I'd hate to think he's gone. I always loved seeing his beautiful smile, and that twinkle in his eyes. I'd love to hear Mick say 'let's crack on' more often. This project is a team project. Not a one man project. I'm impressed with talent each and everyone involved is. It's what is making it so amazing, and fun seeing each person shine. It's hard to believe Mick is 80 y/o and still doing all he does. That's some great love for his sons. And daughter. Such a wonderful family. ❤

    • @rebeccaking2372
      @rebeccaking2372 27 дней назад +4

      I have asked about Rick a few times and nobody answers so I guess noone knows. I hope he's not gone either

  • @juliarank7490
    @juliarank7490 28 дней назад +22

    Another great job everyone! I'm closer in age to Billy's father, and you are an inspiration, Mick, to this senior. There is still lots of steam in our engines!!

  • @danielintheantipodes6741
    @danielintheantipodes6741 28 дней назад +11

    As a book lover and collector, I am beyond excited by the library. Those beautiful shelves! Thank you for the video!

  • @claireburkus8497
    @claireburkus8497 28 дней назад +52

    That little power saw amazes me going through steel beams almost like a hot knife goes through butter!!! Great work guys..can’t wait to see Phil add his skills tomorrow!!!😊

    • @NeverIn57
      @NeverIn57 28 дней назад

      Agreed!

    • @SM-le9qd
      @SM-le9qd 27 дней назад

      We think the same thing every time we watch that saw cut through the steel. What brand of saw is that?

  • @Robin-xr2tz
    @Robin-xr2tz 28 дней назад +13

    FANTASTIC I remember when you purchased the library in pieces and then figured out how to put the library back together. 😂 I’m terribly excited about this segment of the convent renovation!!!

  • @meganhall1306
    @meganhall1306 28 дней назад +23

    The library is going to be stunning, well done Billy and team xxx💕💕💕👏👏👏

  • @jefflawrentz1624
    @jefflawrentz1624 28 дней назад +61

    I can hardly believe it’s been 4 years since you bought the library fittings. This is going to be grand!!

  • @craftycalley
    @craftycalley 28 дней назад +56

    Yannis looks so professional now. He looks confident and happy. He’s with a great team.

  • @aldavis5328
    @aldavis5328 28 дней назад +41

    All of you are truly amazing.

  • @cat-a-tonic150
    @cat-a-tonic150 28 дней назад +24

    I can't wait. This is such a beautiful addition to the convent project.

  • @judebug329
    @judebug329 28 дней назад +27

    Noggins! Floor joists! Sounds familiar…… 😁

  • @linda9731
    @linda9731 28 дней назад +45

    Will you accept a couple books from me for your library? Children's books written in English from the early 30's.

    • @mystrength5640
      @mystrength5640 28 дней назад +10

      I hope they do, that’s a great gift 🎉

    • @susandavis8028
      @susandavis8028 27 дней назад +10

      You gave me an idea. Maybe we could do a book drive for the library when it's closer to completion.

    •  27 дней назад +3

      I had the same idea! Not children's books though, but an historical romance that won us (Portugal) our only literature Nobel prize and it's called the Convent's memorial, based on the construction of one of our convents

  • @pamabernathy8728
    @pamabernathy8728 28 дней назад +56

    Greetings, everyone!
    Please may we all remember to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!
    It makes a difference!
    Blessings, all.

    • @reladie
      @reladie 27 дней назад

      Yes please it does make a difference, let’s help Billy realize his dream, we can get him to 500k in no time, PLEASE SHARE THE LOVE , friends❤❤❤❤❤

  • @mythreeandonehalfvans
    @mythreeandonehalfvans 28 дней назад +17

    When I removate old buildings I set string center lines and do all of my measurements off of them. It's like building a ship as nothing is straight other than a centerline. Hope this info helps.

  • @dinilovesart
    @dinilovesart 28 дней назад +65

    OMG who is chosing this awesome music pieces... My heart

    • @TRoth858
      @TRoth858 28 дней назад +9

      Great music eh! I was monitoring my B/P when I started to watch this video. It was medium before I started. The 2nd reading I did a few min after the music started dropped. 😊 My systolic dropped by 20. I need to have Billy's videos playing when I go back to the docs. 😅

    • @sarachristman16
      @sarachristman16 28 дней назад +5

      I loved the music, too.

    • @dellamcconnochie
      @dellamcconnochie 28 дней назад +2

      Billy does 🎉

    • @gioiapharo7433
      @gioiapharo7433 28 дней назад +3

      is Alex Back doing the videos ….. or was this Billy editing …… so hard to tell ….. you both are amazing video-ogrophers

    • @nickiroberts532
      @nickiroberts532 28 дней назад +1

      We have 2 fake log burner electric fires really nice and not expensive to run love what your doing

  • @katharinatrub1338
    @katharinatrub1338 28 дней назад +30

    Whicjh makes me think.... I don't remember having heard any other time Yanis talking than when he says : "Lets crack on" . But There he says it with outmost charm !

  • @karenharrington3757
    @karenharrington3757 28 дней назад +25

    I grew up in a house with a wood burning fireplace and have always had one until several years ago. We now have an electric fireplace that even gives off heat. It looks like a real fireplace but is safer and we don't have to carry any logs. The only problem is that when the power goes off and it does that often in my part of Canada then we don't get any heat from the fireplace.

  • @Jim_Welch_OK
    @Jim_Welch_OK 28 дней назад +30

    The missing plaster at 8:25 looks like Bigfoot with a cup of coffee or tea!

    • @bobyjonhson3665
      @bobyjonhson3665 28 дней назад +7

      Nah, that's a Yeti...with a Yeti

    • @minecraftmum3436
      @minecraftmum3436 28 дней назад +7

      I can't unsee that now 🤣🤣

    • @skk5749
      @skk5749 28 дней назад

      I came here to say that too. 😅

    • @jnancy-pants3957
      @jnancy-pants3957 27 дней назад

      Posted it before I saw your post 😉 so I am not the only one who thinks so.

    • @deniseroe5891
      @deniseroe5891 27 дней назад

      I thought so too!

  • @KatMer6361
    @KatMer6361 28 дней назад +14

    Where is Rick? No mention of him in future plans? Looking forward to seeing the new construction going up and another room completed!

    • @marytaylor9185
      @marytaylor9185 28 дней назад +2

      I sure am missing that gorgeous, ear to ear smile, with a glint in his eyes! Such a happy guy!

  • @barbaramurray4191
    @barbaramurray4191 28 дней назад +18

    The light coming in is superb, but will it not be detrimental to the books ?
    Will the outside windows need to be tinted 🤔

    • @americanwoman9342
      @americanwoman9342 28 дней назад +1

      Great question.. Billy has probably thought about it already? He is an artist..
      Are the windows facing South,North, East or West? Wouldn’t that make a difference?
      Maybe heavy draperies could help, drawn when needed?

  • @goldenlady9797
    @goldenlady9797 28 дней назад +30

    Thank you for explaining your plans. It will be amazing. It will be great to have Simon back. 💕

  • @wilmaroles4375
    @wilmaroles4375 27 дней назад +4

    I rarely leave comments, that said I am excited to see the library completion

  • @SweetOne.
    @SweetOne. 28 дней назад +14

    Yeah, the beams are in and the floors begin. I know you want it as perfect as possible but the walls are so old a little wonky is to be expected. Wonky is where the building get's it's personality

  • @juliewilliams1545
    @juliewilliams1545 27 дней назад +4

    The video shots from above really shows the magnitude of project.

  • @dw4070
    @dw4070 28 дней назад +19

    Have you thought of repurposing the vertical oak studs/wall beams as the balusters for the gallery railings? You could turn them on a lathe and it might be easier to use them for the railings instead of trying to put them back together in another wall section.

  • @deebowker768
    @deebowker768 28 дней назад +13

    Hoping Yannis is very proud of his achievements. It’s wonderful that you are giving him the chance to shine. ❤

    • @marytaylor9185
      @marytaylor9185 28 дней назад +3

      Even Mick has become more comfortable in front of the camera!

  • @jnancy-pants3957
    @jnancy-pants3957 27 дней назад +2

    Am I the only one who sees Big Foot's shadow on the wall 8:07 helping carry a bucket of cement🤣🤣 8:07
    Love Yanis saying: "let's crack on"!
    Amazing work everone!!

  • @stuborn-complaining-german
    @stuborn-complaining-german 28 дней назад +38

    Awesome job! Looking forward to seeing it come all together. I'm glad you're doing the fireplace, it's going to look great.

  • @paloma2364
    @paloma2364 28 дней назад +8

    So curious about where you will be sourcing your books from and what general direction the contents of the library will have? Will they be mostly in English and what subjects or genres will you concentrate on? I imagine there are a lot of collections that can be bought from estate sales in the UK. What a fascinating, epic project! This town will have the most sumptuous events and culture venue in France!

  • @annettesharrock1236
    @annettesharrock1236 28 дней назад +12

    Nice you know someone who can weld that will help you no end.Nice job as always wit Yanis and your Dad. .You must be excited Billy with the build and getting on with the next stage

  • @darlene2662
    @darlene2662 27 дней назад +3

    Wow was it that long ago you bought the library!?! Boy time flies Billy. Love seeing your progress in these projects! It is ALWAYS interesting to watch Billy and your photography skills just keep getting better! 🇨🇦😊💕👋🏼

  • @terrizimmerman5297
    @terrizimmerman5297 28 дней назад +7

    We would love to see the bedrooms and on suites furnished at the chateau that you worked on lately.

  • @connieworcester55
    @connieworcester55 28 дней назад +8

    Great job guys.! Awesome Camera work Billy.!

  • @susangriffiths8621
    @susangriffiths8621 28 дней назад +3

    You are so genuine Billy. As a person and also in regard to how you are renovating with such respect to the history and original architecture of the building. Pity not all those who have the privilege to own a chataeu or other historical building are like you.

  • @sharonanderson346
    @sharonanderson346 27 дней назад +3

    An electric fireplace would be beautiful in the library and safe.

  • @markstephens4202
    @markstephens4202 28 дней назад +18

    Bloody Miracle. Great work gang. Sleep well Billy. May your dreams be of the dark ladies that walk the corridors at night.

    • @juliedavis3575
      @juliedavis3575 28 дней назад +6

      You want him to have nightmares? Why? Sweet dreams Billy of what you want with pleasure and love.

  • @moosegreen2612
    @moosegreen2612 28 дней назад +13

    Billy, you are a man of vision and precision!

  • @janbullock4501
    @janbullock4501 28 дней назад +1

    I know you and the team are excited about the library creation. You are great at choosing finishes and I can’t wait to see it completed. Be safe and crack on!

  • @Zer0_336
    @Zer0_336 28 дней назад +4

    Not sure if you know but those beams are too thick to surface weld and need the ends to be angled to a v like point for proper penetration. Otherwise surface welds won't go all the way through and will crack and break apart.

  • @philipp4067
    @philipp4067 28 дней назад +5

    i am looking forward growing old watching your videos of the renovation

  • @bradmcclure4462
    @bradmcclure4462 28 дней назад +4

    No wonky rooms here. Noggins. Colloquialism’s we American’s infrequently use. Happy Monday. Mr. P you are amazing for being 80 years young.

  • @matsmomjaime
    @matsmomjaime 28 дней назад +2

    I am missing seeing Gwendolyn ‘s sweet smile❤ Was hoping to see her at the birthday party , hopefully she will make an appearance soon🥰

  • @denisemastromina7821
    @denisemastromina7821 27 дней назад +1

    I remember there was some discussion when Billy bought the library if it had come from a Rothschild Chateau im really looking forward to seeing them fit them into the room❤❤❤

  • @elisabethhopson5639
    @elisabethhopson5639 27 дней назад +2

    Watching Yannis cut the metal beam is amazing. I think we are watching a master craftsman in the making, his cuts are so straight, even with a line drawn. I will be sorry to see the floor covered. It has had so much thrown at it, including 200 year old oak beams and still looks in perfect condition. 🙂

  • @user-hv6tz8lx7m
    @user-hv6tz8lx7m 28 дней назад +6

    Very exciting, see you guys tomorrow!

  • @sandylee9564
    @sandylee9564 28 дней назад +13

    My brain gets wobbley thinking about all there is left to do...but I know you guys will make it all a reality soon enough.

  • @lindamitman4538
    @lindamitman4538 28 дней назад +1

    I can’t wait for Simon to get back and the progress on the library to kick in to high gear.

  • @diversityful
    @diversityful 28 дней назад +13

    Can`t wait to see how wonderful it`s gonna look, once it`s finished

  • @medeaboguslaw8130
    @medeaboguslaw8130 28 дней назад +5

    Honestly, honestly, I think you should just keep the tile floor. It's beautiful. I spend the money on wood.

  • @MsLinda165
    @MsLinda165 28 дней назад +4

    Maybe you've already explained, but does the wood of the library require any sort of treatment prior to installing? I'm thinking variation of humidity, preventative measures against woodworm or carpenter ants, that sort of thing. It's going to be gorgeous.

  • @suehall3298
    @suehall3298 26 дней назад +1

    Watched you from the start brilliant 🤗👍
    Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

  • @irenebrown3144
    @irenebrown3144 28 дней назад +1

    So looking forward to seeing the build will end up making an amazing beautiful Library 😊❤

  • @jennymcgraw855
    @jennymcgraw855 28 дней назад +4

    The sound of that saw cutting the steel beam must be loud! You must be use to it by now.

  • @user-hh3iv7dn2l
    @user-hh3iv7dn2l 28 дней назад +15

    Hey, have you noticed that there’s a silhouette of a Saskatchewan/Bigfoot on the wall of the gallery pretty cool a great job Billy and your team

    • @3Goddesses333
      @3Goddesses333 28 дней назад +4

      Great imagination! 😂😂😂 8:07 mins

    • @steffaniel370
      @steffaniel370 28 дней назад +1

      Being married to a man from Saskatchewan I’ll be the first to point out that you meant Sasquatch 😂

    • @pollytiks3885
      @pollytiks3885 28 дней назад

      I noticed that the other day when Billy was looking for spooky stuff.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 28 дней назад +1

    the time Simon has been gone wet so quickly! Your crew has worked incredibly hard on all the projects Billy. The change in a few short weeks has been amazing! You must be so pleased to see your vision taking shape!

  • @debraheskin428
    @debraheskin428 28 дней назад +4

    So proud of all of you

  • @michellecook2338
    @michellecook2338 27 дней назад +1

    Loved it when you said shopping .( Big smile ) for noggins things like that 😊😊❤❤

  • @lauraanderson8244
    @lauraanderson8244 28 дней назад +4

    Amazing to see it coming together.

  • @cecoya
    @cecoya 28 дней назад +1

    Exciting times are coming. The framework is done, get it welded, then time to watch the magic. Billy, your dad and Yanis work so great together it is amazing. Looking forward to Simon and Alex both being back very soon. Have a great day

  • @paige37914
    @paige37914 28 дней назад +6

    There are some quality electric log fireplaces on the market.

  • @user-wf4ej9gf1y
    @user-wf4ej9gf1y 28 дней назад +4

    Great work, all of you

  • @karenstiffell449
    @karenstiffell449 28 дней назад +12

    Awesome job!!! Billy and his vision brilliant x

  • @carmel-on8im
    @carmel-on8im 27 дней назад +1

    I am here for the music. Great work Billy and team. Congratulations on all you have done.

  • @delfinatorres7753
    @delfinatorres7753 8 дней назад +1

    I love seeing your dad helping you and yanis is a tremendous help for you
    10:12

  • @georgejeruzal6249
    @georgejeruzal6249 28 дней назад +3

    Great job on this part of the redo.

  • @sandrajones633
    @sandrajones633 28 дней назад +7

    Has Rick gone back to working at the Chateau?

  • @Kaligirl681
    @Kaligirl681 28 дней назад +3

    Can't wait to see all the windows redone. Going to be an awesome room.

  • @AliWade1971
    @AliWade1971 28 дней назад +1

    Loved the drone shots and music today ❤

  • @Brenda-7764
    @Brenda-7764 28 дней назад +7

    I wonder, are you still working on the kitchen in the château?
    Love the videos😊

    • @3Goddesses333
      @3Goddesses333 28 дней назад +5

      I believe Michael is in charge of that project as well as the Chateaux projects in general, and filming for his channel going forward.

    • @marytaylor9185
      @marytaylor9185 28 дней назад +1

      @@3Goddesses333 Maybe Rick is there with Michael?

  • @seanohalloran
    @seanohalloran 28 дней назад +4

    A question I’ve been meaning to ask. How come those steel beams are no longer needed. Surely they were put in place to support the floor. Apologies if you have covered this previously. Best wishes from Yorkshire

  • @travelswithdave
    @travelswithdave 27 дней назад +1

    the plaster outline looks like silhouette of Bigfoot on the wall billy.

  • @BarbBucko
    @BarbBucko 27 дней назад +1

    Yanis so honored to witnessed your develop as a skilled construction professional!

  • @terrileyda5346
    @terrileyda5346 28 дней назад +7

    Billy, sometime the music you chose is so beautiful that I get goosebumps listening to it. Thank you!

  • @juliedavis3575
    @juliedavis3575 28 дней назад +3

    Thank you for the wonderful video!

  • @marymerrill1612
    @marymerrill1612 28 дней назад +14

    Amazing work.

  • @cjansson
    @cjansson 28 дней назад +3

    I think a combi laser level would help tremendously when squaring up structures etc.

  • @susangans-garrett6171
    @susangans-garrett6171 28 дней назад +3

    When Simon gets back I'd like to hear what he has to say about Yannis's plastering job of the chateau's kitchen!

  • @margaritatrevino8877
    @margaritatrevino8877 28 дней назад +4

    12:19 Great job watch every video❤

  • @lindagage7315
    @lindagage7315 28 дней назад +2

    Looking Great! Well done

  • @Twistnsine
    @Twistnsine 28 дней назад

    Much love and appreciation to you all 🙏❤️

  • @denisewhitlow7493
    @denisewhitlow7493 28 дней назад +2

    oooo, love the use of the drone today. Great shots

  • @ChristineC-nk5fd
    @ChristineC-nk5fd 28 дней назад

    Beautiful job. ❤

  • @jilliedillie
    @jilliedillie 28 дней назад

    Billy, you are amazing!

  • @belindasmith9739
    @belindasmith9739 28 дней назад

    So exciting. Looking forward to seeing the library start to go together.

  • @user-yt1te4cn7e
    @user-yt1te4cn7e 27 дней назад

    Such wonderful soothing music. I love it.

  • @archiebald4717
    @archiebald4717 27 дней назад

    Wonderful!

  • @maryp2747
    @maryp2747 28 дней назад +5

    You need some type of pulley system set up on the scaffolding to lift up the heavy buckets of concrete. Yannis's arms must ache at the end of the day.

  • @mradford10
    @mradford10 28 дней назад

    Love your vision Billy… thinking big is one of the many reasons I follow your channel. Brilliant.

  • @dorismehlberg1161
    @dorismehlberg1161 27 дней назад +1

    what I want to see: that Coffee Brewing behemoth spewing coffee!

  • @cherylmcgrath9081
    @cherylmcgrath9081 28 дней назад

    Can't wait...Your the BEST Billy! GREAT job boys! LOVE from Chicago

  • @gioiapharo7433
    @gioiapharo7433 28 дней назад +1

    5 min in ….. are those birds in the background ……. Love the light coming through the windows

  • @AlidaLloyd
    @AlidaLloyd 28 дней назад +7

    Fantastic - even I’m excited about joists and noggins Billy you make it so interesting and if the library is anything like the kitchen I can’t wait to see it ❤