StoneRoad2013's photos with the keyword: varnish

TRv6 - laying off

TRv6 - laying off

StoneRoad2013
13 Aug 2023 105
Cain laying off varnish, this is the penultimate coat. [assuming that the recent exceptionally wet weather doesn't "bloom" the finish and necessitate another coat].
nym[22] - Teaks, varnished

nym[22] - Teaks, varnished

StoneRoad2013
18 Sep 2022 1 109
The varnished teak exterior of carriage 23956. Gresley designed, Open Third, built in 1936.
IoM[1] - F54 internal roof [C10]

IoM[1] - F54 internal roof [C10]

StoneRoad2013
31 May 2021 107
Looking at the varnished roof and light fitting in F54. Note; the patress is, IMO, too thick. and ... Whilst it looks nice, varnish isn't right for this class of carriage.
NSR 61 - hit & miss

NSR 61 - hit & miss

StoneRoad2013
18 Feb 2014 3 659
The door top "Hit and Miss" vents are now being varnished, to protect the scumble (which is a very soft finish).
MF - looking aft in main cabin

MF - looking aft in main cabin

StoneRoad2013
07 Jan 2012 462
View aft from the table in the main cabin. . Some alternative fabric has been obtained for temporary loose covers on the various cabin seats. . Note: All valuables are removed to secure storage overnight. . .
MF - main cabin from wheelhouse

MF - main cabin from wheelhouse

StoneRoad2013
07 Jan 2012 491
Another image of the main cabin taken from the wheelhouse steps. . Some alternative fabric has been obtained for temporary loose covers on the various cabin seats. . Note: All valuables are removed to secure storage overnight.
MF - finished cleats

MF - finished cleats

StoneRoad2013
18 Nov 2011 515
Four of the cleats are now being varnished.
MF - looking forward

MF - looking forward

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 460
The main cabin, with the galley area unlit. The wall-mounted Chrome object is a solid fuel room heater, which runs on charcoal (we have installed a CO monitor since this image was taken)
MF - new galley

MF - new galley

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 436
A close up of the new galley.
MF - cabin and galley

MF - cabin and galley

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 438
Looking along the full length of the starboard side of the main cabin, after much hard work. The upholstery will be replaced shortly.
MF - full cabin, forward, after refit

MF - full cabin, forward, after refit

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 453
Almost all of the main cabin and the rebuilt galley are shown here. The deck planks are one inch thick teak.
MF - rebuilt galley

MF - rebuilt galley

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 459
The redesigned and rebuilt galley. The lockers are original, but the sink and cooker have been relocated within a more accessible layout.
MF - cabin close up

MF - cabin close up

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 445
Close up of the table in the main cabin, and three of the numerous lockers. Note the depth of varnish on the mahogany, the cabin upholstry will be replaced shortly.
MF - Starboard side main cabin

MF - Starboard side main cabin

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 474
The interior of the main cabin
MF - portholes

MF - portholes

StoneRoad2013
04 May 2011 439
The upper image shows the restored porthole set into a thick mahogany panel, with the new cabin ceiling above. Compare and contrast with the white gloss paint, and verdigrised porthole prior to restoration. Note the exposed wiring, yes some of it was lead sheathed!
MF - Cabin to wheelhouse (aft - refitted)

MF - Cabin to wheelhouse (aft - refitted)

StoneRoad2013
22 Mar 2011 1 613
The refitted cabin, view aft towards the wheelhouse. main changes; revarnished matchboards, galley rebuilt - which included moving the hot water geyser, replacement steps. There is a little work still to do, including re-upholster all the seating.