130-Year-Old Cottage Facade Restoration! c.1890 Australian Farmhouse Renovation

From rotting decking boards to disintegrating iron roofing, I had quite a mess to tackle in the front end of this Victorian home.

I considered various styles for the front yard, including the classic white picket fence and flower beds, but I ultimately chose box hedges and decorative trees - framed with reclaimed bricks, giving the space that old English cottage garden charm.

The journey continues with the installation of beautiful sandstone paths, paired with an unexpected find – a vintage soap token from the 1920s or 30s.

Next up is the new Bullnose Verandah. The two-tone colour scheme, a blend of Basalt and Surf Mist, complements the Victorian style of the property.

The 'New' decking boards, salvaged from another old property, create a rustic and timeless look. Once sanded and stained, they will complete the front facade makeover.

But the front yard isn't the only area I've revitalised. Throughout the video, I share various external projects, including a new deck made from reclaimed blackbutt boards, post and rail fences, and a shed makeover that breathes new life into an old structure.

With all these renovations complete, the home is now a perfect blend of history and modernity.

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Chapters:

00:00 - 00:50 Intro

00:50 - 01:12 Clean Up

01:12 - 01:50 Hedges

01:50 - 02:50 Sandstone Paths

02:50 - 04:02 New Decking

04:02 - 05:40 Bullnose Verandah

05:40 - 07:24 Other Projects

07:24 - 08:34 It's Done!