TV series for restoration enthusiasts
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Lotobear said:
Simpo Two said:
Lotobear said:
I was mildy interested until I saw it's that odious prick DP doing it
He's not doing any of it, he's just paying the bills. Have another go...The normal Salvage Hunters programmes are one of my regular watches; what did he do to earn your dislike?
Simpo Two said:
Lotobear said:
Simpo Two said:
Lotobear said:
I was mildy interested until I saw it's that odious prick DP doing it
He's not doing any of it, he's just paying the bills. Have another go...The normal Salvage Hunters programmes are one of my regular watches; what did he do to earn your dislike?
Drew takes a knackered old piece of antique furniture lectures us on doing 'just enough' and faithfully preserving it's originality. Then he takes it to a guy and has it cut in half, has some salvaged pine nailed to the back and and then made into 2 'funky' but fake bedsides cabinets to be snapped up by mugs somewhere in North London.
His classic car show, the same 'philosophy' - he completely ruins a nice original Fulvia and a Fiat Spider (to name just a few) after telling us originality is everything ('they are only original once' you know, taps nose).
The most laughable bit was asking a chrome plater to repair and replate a 10 a penny Lucas headlamp retaining ring at some ridciclulous cost when he could have bought a faithful new one for around £5.
And now cow s
t on a fireplace, well I never (Drew will tell us it's all an ancient craft only carried out by artisan craftsmen of the highest order, the worshipful company of cow st spreaders or some such) 
Aside from that he treated his wife like s
t and then got deservedly lamped in a pub for sneering at the bloke whose wife he then nicked. Utter grifter, the worst guy on TV.Apart from that I quite like him
Edited by Lotobear on Thursday 13th February 15:21
Well I haven't researched his life history like you have, but I found this:
'Eyebrows were raised when specialist plasterer Simon Leach explained the restoration was missing an unusual but vital ingredient – and he promptly secured it from a nearby farm. The Georgians used several thin coats of cow manure to line their chimneys and prevent soot permeating into the brickwork. It’s believed the dung’s mucus content formed a breathable seal that stopped tar building up in the chimney.'
https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/...
'Eyebrows were raised when specialist plasterer Simon Leach explained the restoration was missing an unusual but vital ingredient – and he promptly secured it from a nearby farm. The Georgians used several thin coats of cow manure to line their chimneys and prevent soot permeating into the brickwork. It’s believed the dung’s mucus content formed a breathable seal that stopped tar building up in the chimney.'
https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/...
Lotobear said:
Well apart from just being instantly dislikeabe, he's a complete charlatan. A few quick examples
Drew takes a knackered old piece of antique furniture lectures us on doing 'just enough' and faithfully preserving it's originality. Then he takes it to a guy and has it cut in half, has some salvaged pine nailed to the back and and then made into 2 'funky' but fake bedsides cabinets to be snapped up by mugs somewhere in North London.
His classic car show, the same 'philosophy' - he completely ruins a nice original Fulvia and a Fiat Spider (to name just a few) after telling us originality is everything ('they are only original once' you know, taps nose).
The most laughable bit was asking a chrome plater to repair and replate a 10 a penny Lucas headlamp retaining ring at some ridciclulous cost when he could have bought a faithful new one for around £5.
And now cow st on a fireplace, well I never (Drew will tell us it's all an ancient craft only carried out by artisan craftsmen of the highest order, the worshipful company of cow st spreaders or some such)
Aside from that he treated his wife like st and then got deservedly lamped in a pub for sneering at the bloke whose wife he then nicked. Utter grifter, the worst guy on TV.
Apart from that I quite like him
Agreed, can’t stand him either. Drew takes a knackered old piece of antique furniture lectures us on doing 'just enough' and faithfully preserving it's originality. Then he takes it to a guy and has it cut in half, has some salvaged pine nailed to the back and and then made into 2 'funky' but fake bedsides cabinets to be snapped up by mugs somewhere in North London.
His classic car show, the same 'philosophy' - he completely ruins a nice original Fulvia and a Fiat Spider (to name just a few) after telling us originality is everything ('they are only original once' you know, taps nose).
The most laughable bit was asking a chrome plater to repair and replate a 10 a penny Lucas headlamp retaining ring at some ridciclulous cost when he could have bought a faithful new one for around £5.
And now cow s
t on a fireplace, well I never (Drew will tell us it's all an ancient craft only carried out by artisan craftsmen of the highest order, the worshipful company of cow st spreaders or some such) Aside from that he treated his wife like s
t and then got deservedly lamped in a pub for sneering at the bloke whose wife he then nicked. Utter grifter, the worst guy on TV.Apart from that I quite like him
Edited by Lotobear on Thursday 13th February 15:21
Simpo Two said:
Well I haven't researched his life history like you have, but I found this:
'Eyebrows were raised when specialist plasterer Simon Leach explained the restoration was missing an unusual but vital ingredient – and he promptly secured it from a nearby farm. The Georgians used several thin coats of cow manure to line their chimneys and prevent soot permeating into the brickwork. It’s believed the dung’s mucus content formed a breathable seal that stopped tar building up in the chimney.'
https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/...
The traditional use of cow dung (miring) in lime plasters and renders (by mixing it in) is well understood for durability and other properties - but you mentioned 'fireplace' rather than a chimney lining.'Eyebrows were raised when specialist plasterer Simon Leach explained the restoration was missing an unusual but vital ingredient – and he promptly secured it from a nearby farm. The Georgians used several thin coats of cow manure to line their chimneys and prevent soot permeating into the brickwork. It’s believed the dung’s mucus content formed a breathable seal that stopped tar building up in the chimney.'
https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/...
(FWIW I'm a chartered building surveyor working in historic property restoration and conservation)
regardless, still can't abide the guy
PS: I've conducted no 'research' into his life story, it's all open knowledge. But if you're his number one fan perhaps apply for a signed photo or tea shirt?
Edited by Lotobear on Friday 14th February 15:10
Edited by Lotobear on Friday 14th February 15:10
Edited by Lotobear on Friday 14th February 15:11
Lotobear said:
The traditional use of cow dung (miring) in lime plasters and renders (by mixing it in) is well understood for durability and other properties - but you mentioned 'fireplace' rather than a chimney lining.
It was the back of a fireplace.Perhaps as you've made your personal opinion of Mr P very clear several time you could stop now as that wasn't why I started the thread.
Lotobear said:
PS: I've conducted no 'research' into his life story, it's all open knowledge. But if you're his number one fan perhaps apply for a signed photo or tea shirt?
I liked the programme and thought some other PHer would like to see a Georgian house being properly restored.I'm quite enjoying the show.
The financial peril aspect is a bit annoying - no mention of the big wadge of cash being provided by the TV production company...
Some of the craftsmen are doing fantastic work.
And Drew is minimally annoying in this one - regardless of what anyone thinks of him as a person...
I was quite surprised how "cheap" the Welsh slate was - I was expecting it to be at least double.
The financial peril aspect is a bit annoying - no mention of the big wadge of cash being provided by the TV production company...
Some of the craftsmen are doing fantastic work.
And Drew is minimally annoying in this one - regardless of what anyone thinks of him as a person...
I was quite surprised how "cheap" the Welsh slate was - I was expecting it to be at least double.
I’m not a Drew fan but this is reality TV. It’s scripted to a degree but enjoyable as that is a beautiful property and interesting to see the work which is clearly real however much it actually costs. The man may be a little iffy but he’s no fool so zero chance there are really money issues. I doubt if the TV fee covers his costs but will certainly make a large dent in them based on the little knowledge I have of how TV companies pay for content.
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