So, we set to work to install a new 10” piece of iron on which to hang the 50lb radiator. Stanley volunteered to be the one to drill through an inch of ceramic tile, 2 inches of plaster, 1 inch of solid concrete and finally 2 inches of ceramic wall brick. It took 5 holes 6-8 inches deep, a hammer and chisel and 4lbs of new concrete to get it done.
It was only after the concrete had set that we could test the radiator to see if it was in the right position…you guessed it…we had to redo the entire process because the radiator has warped with age and we needed a 1 inch adjustment. This time it worked. Little guy stayed with that hammer drill, hanging off the top of the ladder…until the work was done. It seems I am almost obsolete...even if he has to wear cotton balls to do it.
3 comments:
It appears Little Stanley has morphed into MANLY STANLEY. That could be the name of your new (do it yourself- home repair) pod cast.
Your blog is great. I am glad I finally remembered to check it out while online.
Stanley, it sounds like you have a lot of patience! Keep up the good work!
Take care,
JF
Today the radiator, tomorrow he'll be taking the toaster apart! Or repairing doorbells, perhaps? We love you guys! PT and FT
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