FYI, I've now created a collection of hand printed narrowboat art in my shop: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CarpentersDaughterGB

Very Nice Vikkie, looks great! With your skills & enthusiasm I'm sure you will make a great success of this. But still I can't but help to think of the old joke about the 2 happiest days for a boat owner. The day you buy the boat, and the day you sell the boat. I had a boat when I lived in southern California in a salt water marina. Everything had to be stainless steel.

Loads of cool plans - excited to see what you come up with...fave quote of the video...”theres’s chips in there!” 🤣😜🤣🌲🦊🌲

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

LOL... I know... so weird to say and it was too close to the end of what I'd previously said, otherwise I'd've edited that out 😆

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

And not my chips as you probably guessed 😆

The IKEA Poang chair is iconic... and so comfortable!

I love it all 😍😍😍 I want one lol watched every minute and thinks it will all look amazing when it is all done ... already looks great ! And the mattress did make me chuckle 🤣🤣🤣 It wouldn't even have occurred to me to have a survey done ... little things that I probably would have just overlooked ! Good job you did x

Foxes Afloat - a good choice 👍🏻 Those guys crack me up! Thank you for the tour looks like you’re going to be busy.

Been involved with a boat or two in my past ..... 2 things jump out at me! 1. Solvo Autosol. Basically sold in motor shops, this is a toothpaste consistency metal polish that will put a mirror finnish on all flat metals (we used to use it for Aluminium on bikes) so will give you a whole new sink for the cost of a couple of quid and a light coating of elbow grease! Use sparingly and you will be amazed at the result and at how many surfaces you suddenly realise could do with a quick polish ;o) 2. Throw your paper logs away (or burn them and look at the huge amount of ash they produce!) .... the ash is great on damp cloth to clean the burner glass. Chose whether to burn coal or wood (don't mix the two) Wood is easier to light and burns hotter, coal (or smokeless briquettes, but coal is better) burn cooler but a lot longer and the reduced heat may be a good thing in a boat! Buy a magnetic thermometer to go on the flue so you can adjust the burner to optimum settings ..... Coal has the air going in the bottom and wood from the top to ignite the gasses given off by the wood. Leaving the door ajar when first lighting the burner will give a good draw and aid the lighting process, but once lit the door should only be open to add fuel. Check the fire rope seal of the door isn't leaking as it should not smell when working properly! A Carbon Monoxide alarm is a must too ... especially if you go to sleep with the fire still lit! It is heavier than air so will pool in the bilge and slowly rise up ... Hans is both more susceptible to CO poisoning and lower than you when sleeping! Having said that there is nothing quite like a night watching the faries and dribbling in front of a good woodburner ;0) If you run out of projects for the boat (I know ... not for a long time!) you might look at putting a vent into the area at the back of the burner from the bilge and at the other end of the boat to give a better airflow which will cut down on your condensation problems.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

2 жыл бұрын

I'm back again 😂 And sorry I didn't realise I hadn't replied! Just been doing a few mins of KZread video research on it and already spotted Autosol! I have a polisher/buffer machine... do you think that's overkill? And thanks for the fire tips! We're still getting used to it- although because we get a constant supply of offcuts from my Dad's woodyard, it's very tempting. But our narrowboat neighbour said exactly the same thing... he uses coal only as wood gets way too hot.

@totherarf

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK Check your burner to see ..... some do wood only, some dual fuel! It is important to only burn one at a time though! Coal is cooler but lasts longer wood gives you the Faeries to watch is hotter but also burns out quicker .... especially off cuts ..... but as with most things it is in the detail! Cut your air intake down just right and you can control the heat of the burn and get those super slow motion flames going down the window. The reward of a job well done! A buffing machine IS overkill with Autosol though .... unless you are filming it! ;o)

Loved your blog enjoyed watching

You guys are so lucky. I glade you both enjoy you boat home. Thanks for the great videos

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Happy you're enjoying them :)

Looks cosy and homely! It reminds me of staying in a static caravan - I nearly bought one once.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

We were looking at a larger motorhome a couple of years ago, too. But camping gets so popular, it's hard to find spaces and there's increasing height barriers being put up. After hiring a narrowboat, it felt like we could explore the same places again, but from a different perspective!

Our boat is almost identical inside. We have already done much of what you mentioned doing to yours. Uncanny 👏

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

One of the best layouts :) Hopefully we'll get it looking smarter soon 😊

Loving your narrowboat great vid thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much :D

Will be following your improvements.... TY.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hope you're not disappointed!

I'd add pull-out wire baskets in the kitchen cupboards so you don't have to scrabble about for stuff at the back. Also consider a combi microwave/grill/oven to use when on mains and save running the gas grill and oven. Maybe add some metal hoops around the hob so pans can't get knocked off? For exercise, weld a mount on the roof to hold a bike so you can do spinning then use the bike when moored. Def. needs some white paint even just on the ceiling, that beige everywhere would drive me mad

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! Definitely would like wire baskets - it's very chaotic in that cupboard lol. Although I think I'd be a bit too embarrassed to use an exercise bike on show 😆 Been following Beach Body on Demand exercises and love it!

Chips and scratches can sorted on pretty much any surface. Don't waste any space. Have you room in bathroom for washing machine ? Under floor space can be made available as can under any steps, seats etc

If I win the lottery I will buy a narrowboat. Big up from Scotland

Loving the narrowboat vids

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Hiya :) And thanks!!!! I bet a narrowboat is right up your street too, with you loving fishing!!!

@WHURobKip

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK haha I actually said to Kerry I'd love a boat. I did a week on Wroxham Broads and loved it!!

With the sink use either shiny sinks or pink stuff paste and it will shine up nicely Nice tour as well 😁

Hi. New subscriber here. I'm looking forward to seeing your design ideas as you transform your boat to suit you.

ooo i love it,enjoy.xx

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thanks as always, Norma ❤

When you convert then table to a bed consider putting the narrow fill pieces next to wall. I have used Flitz drill powered buffing balls and Flitz metal polish to shine up my stainless steel sink. It will deep clean and polishes to whatever level of reflectivity you want. The buff ball is expensive, but worth it. I bought my decades ago when they were much cheaper. Use minimal metal polish, otherwise it will be ejected out and go places you don't want to have to clean. A big consideration for your moving the stove is what is the fuel source. Gas plumbing not as easy to move. My biggest recommendation is don't rush into major changes. Have a several months of living in the space to really see how it is to use it as is.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

I realised while editing, the narrow bits should go next to the wall 😆😆 the "mattress" didn't look "structurally sound", did it? 😄 And thank you! Completely agree re: not rushing yet, as we nearly did with our first house and found we changed our minds on what we wanted to do for our needs. Also, will look up Flitz buffing balls and polish!!

@38thfoot

2 жыл бұрын

You can also use baby oil to polish stainless steel sinks!

I think you'll find 'The Peacock' will have been the boats original name. I'm planning to buy a narrow boat in the near future, a lot of boats on sale are in need of updating so your project will be interesting to follow. Solvo Autosol for the sink, a light coating, let it dry, use a dry cloth to remove residue and dirt then buff up to the shine you like. It will come up like new. Good luck with the project.

@tracyeastwood4178

3 жыл бұрын

Ours has a peacock too so it has nothing to do with the name of the boat 👍

Some metal polish will fix those scratches in the sink , and a tub of polish and a couple of hours work at the most will be cheaper than a new sink.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hopefully that's this week's job now that I've restored the worktop!

Oven cleaner for the grotty stainless steel sink!

Have the breville one cup myself. Are a brilliant device. Use mine loads.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Love it :) It was a shock initially though as I'd cheat and boil the kettle for a pan to speed up cooking pasta etc lol

@chrismaplethorpe6781

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK with me living on my own it always seems a waste to boil a normal kettle for one cup of water. My grandma has one too. She was struggling to lift a kettle full of boiling water and last thing family wanted was for her to drop a kettle of boiling water over herself.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Gosh, yes! And boiling a kettle, even for a little bit of water takes a long time in a plug in kettle :)

@chrismaplethorpe6781

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK her carers or one of family make sure the water tank on her boiler is topped up so she doesnt even need to worry about that job either.

Nice. Like him off jaws says! I think we’re gonna need a bigger boat 🤣

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Lol... those wide beams do look lovely. I said to my husband... that'll be for when we've seen most of the canals and happy to retire and stay put lol

A brilliant video, very informative! Thank you. *You would make a great TV presenter (You are on a par with Carol Vorderman)!

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Haha... thanks!! Although my mathematical skills aren't that great 😆

Nice looking inside...now for the outside.....

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

I'm on it for this Sunday's video 👌

Nice!

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I would try polishing that sink first.

I'd buy a Karcher window vac as condensation in the winter will be a daily multi-chore. And that fridge must be hot , it doesn't seem to have much ventilation around the sides and maybe at the back in that enclosed cupboard space, it'll be working harder than it should..

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Good idea! We do have a Karcher window cleaner with a vac function, so may end up taking it back on. And an interesting point re: the fridge. Note had a closer look at vent spaces tbh.

Its basically like a floating caravan

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is, really... although the feel of "wild camping" is allowed 😆

Turn your cushions upside down so the buttons are on the bottom. You will get a better sleep

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!!! :)

Maybe, in a few months, you could do a ‘financials’ video, detailing the costs of boat ownership? Running costs, fuel, insurance, mooring fees etc!

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

I have wondered, but there's loads out there already. HOWEVER, it may be interesting from a part time boater's perspective. The others are all continuous cruisers.

@ameliacamarero685

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah! I would love to hear about the financials. I’m always interested to see the differences!

My igniter works on two 1 ½ volt barriers and is grate, these are easy to find and it takes all the bother of looking for matches or a flame torch and if it stops working all I have to do is replace the batteries.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

I love this lighter... the first USB one I've ever had. I've always hated the gas burners in the camper. They work without one, but that blast after a while of it trying to ignite always panics me, so always have to one something like this :)

@johnfithian-franks8276

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK The battery one has a button at one end of the gas vales, I noticed you have one too so it might be as simple as replacing the batteries.

Like the name of your Channel 👍😄

😂 the exploding mattress 😬

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Glad someone had a laugh out of my expense 😆😆

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK 😋

First thing I would do is to enclose the bow with screen to create more useable space.

Do you have any plans to fit any type of solar charging? Free off grid energy seems like it would be really handy

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but that's my husband's department - he's hiring someone because he wants something that sings and dances lol

@chrismaplethorpe6781

3 жыл бұрын

The right solar set up with a good inverter and battery storage you will not have to rely on mains power all the time.

Hi

I am curious, I was thinking of putting UPVC windows in. But my son said that the metal would expand and contract due to weather temperature up/down. this would cause leaks. What are your thoughts?

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

That is EXACTLY what our boat surveyor said. He said the boat would increase I value by putting traditional windows back. But the boaters on the marina said they'd prefer it and that we'll have less condensation than theirs. They have felt cosy so far!

@iancox6341

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK Thank you.

The counter top in the front of the hob just needs some bracing. No big deal. Just restore. Spend your money on solar, panels and electrics. Too much wood look ,, some strategic paint would brighten up things. But nice boat! Anything mdf is bad news around water!

Good old co op

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

I probably shop there the most... there's always one around the corner of where we are 😆

@ikabod6908

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK we have 2 in the one village. The big co and the wee co!

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Wow... one village?!!!! Must be a VERY big village!!

@ikabod6908

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK its really not. Brodick, on the Isle of arran.

Had to laugh, 20 odd minutes describing decorations, colour schemes, shower size etc, etc, then squeezed in at the end "it's got a 38hp diesel engine". This you will find is the most important part , it is the heart, without it the boat is nothing unless you plan to live in a marina.

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Very true... but I'm waiting for the boat maintenance courses to start back up again, then I can fully understand/talk about it. This is currently my husband's expertise, not mine.

Chains used for the locked up crew.

You can buy a cheep 12volt or less prizzo igniter lit for a BBQ to put on your hob to replace the 220 v one. just sayin. CCHHEERRSS There is even battery powered ones. check all of them out.

Bet with the reverse layout this thing really shifts ...

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm... not sure. But we don't seem to need many revs to maintain a walking speed

Where does the waste water go ?

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

Very good point.. it goes straight back into the canal, so we only buy Ecover hand wash, washing up liquid and things like Original Source body wash etc. The same will go for Ecover detergent when the washing machine is plumbed up. We were shocked when we first found out lol

Click here 12:27 close your eyes and guess what's going on lol

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

😆😆 I wondered if I got comments about that 😝 Had to leave the struggle in lol

@superiorbeing95

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarpentersDaughterUK Couldn't resist, hopefully give a few people a laugh. Lovely boat BTW

@TheCarpentersDaughterUK

3 жыл бұрын

😂