An Unexpected Wall Mural in the WC! French CHATEAU RENOVATION DIY - Journey to the Château, Ep. 179
In this week's Friday episode, Patrick and Stuart continue the renovation of the ground floor entrance hall water closet that is under the chateau grand staircase. Patrick completes the painting, Stuart puts in the flooring, and then they both install an unexpected wall mural. Tony stops by to help out with the plumbing and John the electrician stops by to connect the water heater for the new sink.
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Music:
The Plan’s Working, by Cooper Cannell
From KZhead Audio Library
Butterflies in Love, by Sir Cubworth
From KZhead Audio Library
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
From KZhead Audio Library
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She is gloriously magnificent! Instead of, "I need to use the WC", it can be, "I need to visit the marquise!". You are to be commended on your wonderful restoration, while allowing a bit of whimsy!
Hope their guests use the phrase. Very clever.
LOVE the marquise in the throne room! She’s stunning!
Thank you. ❤❤❤
What a fun little WC. Only in France can you not only have the necessary accommodation for your guest but also a fun little surprise to entertain them. You shine on this renovation❤😊 as always thank you for sharing this with us.
Lady Lady In The Loo...How Great To See You!! She is perfect!
😂😂😂. And thank you so much 😊😊
Just love how Marquise adds an instant smile to anyone’s face when the door opens. I am sure she would have loved her ‘indoor toilet room.’ The wall paper was a wonderful, inspired, light hearted and whimsical touch. How did you ever find her? Is there a story there to share? Glad you presented today from ‘her’ location’. Thank for the joy you bring to us all!
Patrick found her online when we looked for wallpaper. 😍😍
Aloha, brilliant and comfy. I believe that the head supervisor is pleased. The beautiful mural does magic👏🏼🏰🐾
We didn’t know what to do…. So we searched. And we found the Marquise. We were discussing paintings with birds and monkeys. But here she is. ❤❤❤
I'm completely in love with that mural! Thankfully, her gaze seems turned away from the toilet! 😂
Love the Marquise. Her look sets the tone for the whole chateau. “Check your attitude at the door. Mine is the one that matters” I also love the small sink, it is perfect. Well done!
I love the idea of a mural in the WC downstairs! Can't wait to see it in place. I am quite certain that little WC will feel like a completely different airy space when you're finished. I just love the beams you found and the fact that it has a window - it will feel like a lovely little well-planned guest bathroom and not an afterthought.
Thank you so much. It is stuck an airy little space with a rustic feel and a lady…. 😂😉😂
Lovely mural. I laughed when you said" She's not judging you." Have a great weekend.
Thank you so much. I think I was channeling my own mind…. 😂😊❤
I enjoyed the addition of answering a few questions at the end of the vlog. I don't mind hearing the clocks chime at all. It's lovely.
Thank you so much. We hoped it would be an enjoyable addition, since there are always questions popping ❤❤❤
I am not surprised you fell in love with the Chateau ,those views of the facade and the garden were so romantic What a beautiful place to call your home xxxx
Thank you so much Jo. It is steeped in history with roots going back to the 12th century. And our living spaces started in the 14th. We did fall in love with the connection to centuries tha5 we now can a contribute to. You are so kind ❤❤
Loved the water closet. It is quirky and fun. People will not be expecting to see her on the wall.❤❤
The Marquise is Gorgeous! In fact, the Beam, and Trim view as a frame for her Bigger than Life Portrait! LOVE IT!!!
Thank you very much. Glad you like the Marquise❤❤❤
I am always so impressed with your care and attention to detail, for example boxing the pipe in the corner of the ground floor entrance toilet closet. You two really are 'the dream team'.
Absolutely fabulous loo who would not want to visit the smallest room to meet the gorgeous Marquis you have a great mix of lovely furniture , chandeliers and now murals 🥰
What a huge improvement! I like it when people make big statements in small rooms or bathrooms. Also, beautiful flowers and rainbow!
Thank you so much. It was the room where we could go all out because it is not historic! ❤😊❤. Hugs
I love the mural! What a surprise treat for anyone who opens the door to be greeted by such a distinguished lady.
Thank you so much Carol. ❤❤❤. Hugs from Colombe
She’s either saying, “Be sure to wash your hands!” or “Nice butt!” 😊 And I agree with Clair; there’s nothing worse than washing your hands in cold water - and forget making it to 20 seconds! Good job, boys.
Ginger, I love your comment. And I agree with your interpretation of her thoughts….. 😊. So now we have warm water and today was a cold day and I appreciated the warm water too. ❤❤❤
I love the picture in the smallest room in the house literally 😂
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Loved the mural and of course, Stuart's videography of the flowers, etc. Luna is adorable❤ The hot water was a good investment😂🤣😂🥂
Hi Diane. We thought the hot water would be a waste….. we were wrong and we listened. You are so kind❤❤
The wall mural is exquisite, Patrick & Stuart!! 🇺🇸
Aloha Patrick and Stuart, brilliant👏🏼❣️Marquis mural is Magic. Your guest WC looks cozy and elegant. The Head Supervisor was quite intent and approving🐾🚽🏰.
Leah, your comment made me smile. Thank you so much. It is now a truly unique space. Love from Colombe 😊
This little WC is adorable. I love the wall mural… she is a beauty! You did such a lovely job!💕
Bonsior Gents - a suggestion: Place fake shelving inside the sink cupboard, with a backing board that you can slip in and out of the cupboard. This will hide the plumbing fixtures within the cupboard and will give you storage for extra toilet paper, fresh towels, extra soaps and cleaning materials. I love the mural. Fantastic idea and she is quite the beauty!
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The LADY should have a chandelier too. I love the bathroom. If there are no electrics in the ceiling, the new battery operated ceiling fixtures may work. Love it guys!
🤣 A light from the ceiling would be impossible! We took out the old ceiling just so we could stand up in there.
I agree….. I wish we could 😊❤😊
Oh. My. Gosh. The biggest most fabulous surprise ever! You two are KZhead Rock Stars! 🌟
Thank you and you are a A+ super amazing viewer. Huge hugs and love from Colombe ❤❤❤
Love the new Lady of the House! She will keep you both hopping! Lovely! Cheers!
Thank you Jill 😊❤😊
Maybe the Marquise du Colombe will powder her hair in this WC/"powder room". I love this wall paper; the colors are muted, just lovely.
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The lavatory is so good. What a change and what fun. I also loved the garden segment, especially the old Japonica with soft coloured flowers on lichened branches. This is a great channel with so many diverse stories to tell.
Thank you very much, especially a knot he many different story lines Stuart is incorporating into what we show of our journey. 😊😊😊. Love from Colombe ❤
I just love the mural, what a happy surprise for anyone opening that door!
Thank you Womack ❤❤
We don't really like it; we love it!! 💓That mural was a brilliant idea. Love to see your beautiful blossoms and spring flowers. I hope for some lovely days of rest for you and your doggies after some of these very busy projects are done.
Thank you so much 😊😊❤. We will hopefully have some ready coming in May. Love from Colombe 😊
The water closet turned out great and I love the creative way you decorated the wall!
Thank you Julie. That is such a nice comment. Love from Colombe
Your flowers are GORGEOUS and make me excited for Spring to arrive! I appreciate your thoughtfulness in sharing the beauty!
Thank you so much for your kind comment ❤❤
Thank you. What a wonderful comment ❤❤
So I missed almost all the live vlog because I fell asleep with IPad in hand🙄 should have known I couldn’t stay awake after working the night shift and not sleeping all day. Love the vlog! ❤
Ohhh how I remember. You need your rest and you can watch our blogging anytime. ❤❤❤. Get some rest and we send love and wishing you sweet dreams 😊😊😊
The wall paper mural is perfect with the soft coloring. She is elegant and regal. The water closet looks great. I liked the outdoor video of the flower buds and the beautiful rainbow. Take care my friends, Ralph Rocchiccioli
Thank you dear Ralph. I love the colours in the mural as well. Strong and soft at the same time. Hugs ❤
Good morning Patrick & Stuart, what a transformation, love it, had no idea what to do with that small space, but the Marquise mural is just gorgeous. She makes a statement of note! The idea of the hot water will be super for winter time, I can imagine how cold the water can become. You have covered every angle, well done as always. The spring flowers are just too pretty for words and the infamous rainbow, aah, what a pleasant video. Many blessings, glad to see you are still in love with your purchase...... 🤩❤
Hello darling. It was quite a huge change. She is amazing and we smile every day seeing her. Hugs and I hope all,is well 😊😊
The mural is definitely unexpected and fun! Not what I was expecting but you nailed it!
Thank you Kathy. So kind of you and I’m glad you approve ❤😊
Oh I absolutely adore the mural. She is perfection ❤️. I want to be her best friend as she's going to have stories to tell...😉😁
😂😊😂. Amy, she will keep our secrets but oh….. if she could talk. ❤😊
Wow! The double rainbow was beautiful!! Spring flowers give us hope! Gorgeous!!
That double rainbow was like sent from the heavens. We had so much non-stop and difficult work and there it was. It brought tears to my eyes. So happy. And indeed….. spring flowers give us hope. Hugs from Colombe ❤
Big bonjour to u both. LOVE LOVE the powder room under the stairs. Yes she's gorgeous and the shade of paint u selected was unexpected but perfect. We enjoy yr vlogs so much mainly because yr both so genuine. U both have great taste and know exactly what yr vision for the Chateau is. It is home 2 u and the fur babies. We love yr friendship with Tony/Jane and the life u have made in France. 🇫🇷 keep enjoying your time. Your ardent fans in New Zealand 🇳🇿 Victoria&Richard 👱♀️😎💛💚💙💜🤎🩶
Hello Victoria do Richard. I hope all is well. Glad you like the finished WC. And thank you for your wonderful comment. Love and hugs from us at Colombe ❤❤
The marquise is perfect! Your commitment to historical appropriateness is really commendable so how nice that you get to play outside that box in the bathrooms. I have stayed at Gwydir Castle in Wales which the owners (medieval scholars) have restored to its build date of 1500. But the "new" wing was built in 1820 so since it was already so "modern" they have felt comfortable making it more modern with things like electricity, heat and plumbing! So it's all in your perspective!
Elisabeth, what a cool comment. I’d love to stay in a medieval castle with a modern-ish wind to enjoy an amazing stay. I bet you loved it. What a great comment. ❤.
Love the mural! We need beautiful art in all aspects of our lives… even in the bathroom.😉
😉 so well said and thank you ❤😊😊
She is Divina !!! and has Patrick's hairstyle!!!! Great idea.
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Wonderful to see the wc finished. It looks fabulous! It’s a great place to go outside the box, and not have to concern yourselves with staying true to the fashions of the time given there were none. Well done!
Thank you so very much Elizabeth for your thoughtful comment ❤❤❤
The double rainbow’s give a magical touch to your home and Spring looking garden, the blooms look stunning. That double daffodils is gorgeous. The W/C is perfect and very fun plus a great conversation piece. Very stylish and the wallpaper makes me think of Stephanie’s small loo that has her father’s artwork as wallpaper. Just perfect! Well done to both of you. Loved the clock… sounded really nice. As always thank you for all you share. Have a very nice weekend. ❤❤
You are so kind. Now that you mention it, it is not as grand as Stephanie’s WC but you are right. We do very much appreciate your wonderful comment. Love and hugs from Colombe ❤❤❤
I think your lady will be a fun topic of conversation!
Thank you Mary. I hope so too. 😊❤😊
You guys are too funny! Do I detect a different floor? I love it, the ladies are correct heated water a must. Stuart that puzzle trim was awesome. Till next time, hugs to all and stay well.
Yes you do darling 😊😊. And heated water it is. Huge hug ❤❤
I love the wall paper in the bathroom, it's a beautiful picture.
Thank you very much ❤❤
Excellent design - beauty with humor; and the the throne room mural is good too! 😉
😊😂😊. Thankmyou
I love it, she looks so regal, beautiful renovation xxxxx
The wall paper is simply sublime. Love it!
Thank you Michael. What a kind comment. She is quite a striking addition to the chateau. Hugs from Colombe 😊❤😊
It is lovely ! I have to admit I was totally suprised when you pulled out the wallpaper , I'm still chuckling , it will be a uplifting at dinner parties & I also like the mirror outside the door.
Thank you so much, it was quite a stretch for us and we love it turned out. It will be a surprise…. 😅😊😂. Hugs❤
Oh my goodness I love the new WC ! She is magnificent!! Well done ❤❤
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Love the mural..I think we should call her Looisa...lol. Cutest ever wee loo!!!
😂😊😂. Hugs. Love it
Love her sizing up all those that use the toilet!
She does, doesn’t she? 😂😊😂. Love ❤
Ohhhhh wow !!! When i said chateau glam vibe i wasn't expecting this .fabulous, she is amazing .a full length mirror on the back of the door so she can be viewed while sitting 😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂. Isn’t that one glam room? So glad you like it and see it with our eyes. Huge thank you 😊😊
I absolutely love the Marquise de Colombe.❤ It's a perfect use of the wallpaper panels.👍
Thank you Rayn. She makes me smile 😊❤😊
The mural is superb! She is gorgeous and love her name! The garden is starting to look so lovely! Your music is always perfect! Thanks for today and have a good weekend! xox
I know, I know, too many exclamation marks! oops there's another one,,,, :)
I love exclamation marks. 😊😊😊. Thank you for a superb comment. We love to have spring in the air. Hugs from Colombe ❤
Oh my gosh.... I have been walking on my tread mill with dazed eyes . I love the marquise! U guys r great!!!! love ya, Hannah G
Dear Hannah. Thank you so much. so glad you love her and we hope to meet you so you can stare right back at her. 😊❤😊
Really like the wallpaper! And yes, the side eye is to say, don’t dare hit me guys! 😂🤣👏🏻👏🏻❤️
😂😂😂 it really is. Love your comment Jennifer ❤
Naming her the Marquise is perfect! Though that side eye looks pretty judgemental to me! LOL! Seriously, I love it. I think Stephanie talked about tiny spaces, saying you might as well go all out, or something more eloquent to that effect!
My dearest Larry. She has a judgemental veneer….. 😊😂. Stephanie has an amazing eye for design. We will see her and Philip soon. I will tell her you remember her advice. 😊. Love from Colombe as always. ❤😊❤
LOVE the mural under the stairs, just a bit quirky and fun:))
Thank you so much Kim 😊😊😊
Now that’s a powder room. ! 🎉
Thank you so much James. What a kind comment. Hugs ❤
lol love it, it’s also showing your quirky sense of humours guys. Well done, it’ll certainly be a talking point. 😉😁
Thank you so much Ina. We do have a quirky sense of humour and that needs to show in design…. Where one can. 😊❤😊. Love and hugs 😊
A home is a place blessed, where you and your family can be secure, have all you need, and share your sadness and happiness. Where you can help each other as a family. It does not matter how big or small.
Mon dieu! après la guillotine, les aristocrates sont condamner à surveiller les toilettes !!! c'est la reine "Marie-An-toilette" Vous m'avez fait bien rire 😂😂et en plus c'est très jolie
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😂❤😂. Merci beaucoup. C’est très gentil. 😊😊😊
The Marquise is magnificent!
Thank you so much ❤❤❤
Loved the surprise of the loo decoration. Always knew it would be super special, but never expected that! I’m sure she won’t judge or mind us ladies turning our backs on her!😂 The garden is looking really beautiful and springlike with all the blossom. Thank you for answering one of my questions, about the spirit cleaner for the crystal chandelier, I am now going to try this on my crystal light fitting in the hallway. I want it to sparkle just like yours does. Have a great weekend guys and see you Wednesday x😘
Hi Linda. It was a pleasure to answer your question. And the Marquise will not judge! You are right. Hugs and love from Colombe ❤❤❤
As we say across the pond in real estate terms, it's a 1/2 bath 😘 So many homes have the wasted space under stairs but at your chateau all spaces have been thoughtfully used for its functional value. I love it! We have a tiny bath in a cape cod and it was fun to redo a small area. There are so many wonderful wallpapers as you well know to make it a fun room. Love your videos, so inspiring always.
Thank you so much 😊. It is true, old homes often have functional spaces where newer homes waste space. Love your comment. We loved coming to a cape Cod and I can imagine you were amazingly creative. Hugs from Colombe ❤❤❤
Brilliant! She's cheeky! 😉🤣
She sure is 😊😂😊. Truly. Hugs
I'd call her Celeste, then you could say you're going to visit Celeste when you need the loo :)
Oh That name is Perfect! 😂❤
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I love the mural. I can just imagine your guests surprise when the go in to use it for the first time!
Thank you so much. She surprise me every day just walking by. No regrets on this design decision. 😊😊😊
Bathroom looks terrific! Love the Marquis judging you as you walk in!
Thank you Gordon. Glad you like it. And she is, for sure, judging 😂😊❤
Hallo Patrick und Stuart, der Toiletten Raum sieht jetzt sehr schön aus.Die Marquise ist der Hit.Andere haben nur Micky Maus als Tapete.Liebe Grüße Conny 😊
I love "the Lady of the Loo"
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the bathroom wallpaper. I was hoping you'd do something to make such a small space unique and not put just paint or conventional wallpaper. Excellent choice!
Thank you so much. We are glad we didn’t disappoint. Hugs and love. ❤
It’s so good to see the flowers start to bloom.
Amazed how early spring comes to France and the beautiful flowers. Here in Nebraska(central US) we have at least 1 to 1 1/2 months to go🥹Love the bathroom.
It is wonderful. We have a cold spell right now. But hopefully no more frost. We didn’t like being in IL and having a 6 months winter. Hugs and spring wishes ❤❤
The mural is lovely in the WC! It really looks like she should be in the chateau and a part of the history. Bold and fun
Thank you very much Pam. ❤❤❤
Love the mural in your little WC❤❤
Thank you so much ❤
I love the wall mural it’s definitely quirky and introduces a fun element. Definitely like the pipe boxed in too as I hate seeing pipes. Great work 😂😂
I agree 100%. 😊😊😊
The mural looks so good as does the whole bathroom. It is much more welcoming than what was there before and, l agree, no cold water for hand washing:)
Hi Jo. Thank you so much. We thought….. like most blokes, well cold water is fine. Today, it was cold.,…. I was sooo glad to have warm water to wash my….. huge hugs ❤❤
All is looking so beautiful 👏👏🥰…Great job… and I love the lady in the WC 🚽 😅😂✅
Oh that's just smashing, just what this space needed, and isn't she gorgeous! Cheeky, unexpected and makes this little loo quite grand enough! The tiniest little sink too, so cute! And nice to have! My favorite addition toa guest wc is a small wallmounted box (you can spruce up a wine box with paint for this) full of wash cloths/tiny towels folded and rolled and stuck in with the rolled ends out, and a small basket to dispose of used ones. I did this for B&B years ago and it was one of those things i got alot of positive feedback for, a nice touch!😉 I thinknyou could fit that in there without trouble. Just an idea. I tried different ones and found the bright white best as one can wash them on high temperature and add a drop of bleach to freshen them up too. One thing though, my dears, a mirror is necessary, at least for the ladies. No need for a biggie, and one on the inside of the door would be fine. It's just nice to be able to check your hair, lipstick and teeth in private. A nice scented candle in the window and it will be a little treat to visit the Marquise! Love your Rainbow Chateau! And the signs of spring... 🌈🐾🌱🌷 ❤️
Love your comment. ❤❤❤❤. Huge hugs. Hope all is well. Spring is coming and we are looking forward to seeing more flowers 😊😊
Live this! The mural is stunning- just the right touch!
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👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I love her! You two should be congratulate on your whimsical abilities! How fun! ❤❤❤❤❤ What fun next?
The marquise looks amazing, well done. You should put a sign on the door ‘the marquise throne room’ ❤❤❤
Love the lady she is so watching you!!! Love the little sink too great job well done xx
Thank you so much. And she doesn’t look down…… 😂😊❤😊
Lucky 😂
❤❤❤ING your new bathroom! The gorgeous lady mural, even whatever is crooked😂 equals zany perfection! Hope to visit one day🥰🥰🥰
Thank you Helen. Hope to welcome you one day here. And glad you like the Lady ❤❤❤
Amazing the mural is wonderful and that sink is awesome. I was waiting to see how you could get a sink and toilet in that little room. Good job.
The mural looks great. Yes very good idea to have a bathroom on ground floor. The flowers as always were beautiful but the rainbow was sooo cool.
Thanks so much 😊
The rainbow brought tears to my eyes. Amazing and I am glad you like the WC makeover. Hugs 😊
The mural is so cool . you two always make me smile ,Have a lovely day weekend Love and hugs
Love you. Thank you. ❤❤❤
I’m CRAZY about that mural/wallpaper!! I never would’ve thought to do that & it’s great! I also love the floor & paint colors. Very nice indeed!
Thank you Lynn. Isn’t she something?!? ❤😊❤
Just love the new loo! Nothing wrong with a little quirky 😊😊😊
Th k you so much Lynda. 😊😊😊
I’m glad you added the water heater😂❤It looks amazing.
Thank you. We didn’t thought it is needed…. But now I’m glad we didn’t 😂😊❤
Flowers, Rainbows and the Lady of the Loo, oh my 😂😂😂😂😂She does look like she’s about to check if you washed your hands or not 😂😂😂Absolutely loved the vlog and the music choices were excellent as per usual. Thanks for the giggles 😍😘
The Bog lady is stunning.welldun twinkles!
Thank you handsome friend. What a wonderful compliment from an artist like you. Love you ❤❤❤
Wow loving what you did to the bathroom. Fabulous!!!
Thank you Patricia. ❤❤❤
That Wall Muriel looks amazing!❤
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Love the mural, it really makes the room look bigger.❤
Thank you so much. It didn’t occur to me. You are right. 😊😊😊