142: Choosing Relaxation over Renovation in France + Plumbing Materials Advice

True Tales From Old Houses

This week's episode begins with a quick cottage update from Daniel, including his plans to sell the leftover staging furniture and decor.

Then, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener question about the best materials for repiping a house. They discuss the pros and cons of PVC, copper, and PEX pipes and provide tips for choosing the right material.

Later, they chat with Christina Salway, an interior designer and home renovator. She describes how she and her husband have renovated multiple houses, starting with a small cottage in upstate New York, and how each project has been a learning experience.

Finally, Christina shares her experience of buying and renovating a very old house in France. She talks about how she found the property, the challenges of the buying process, and the differences in renovating a house in a foreign country. She also discusses the community's reaction to the project and the joy of taking a more relaxed approach to renovation.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Find you're own dreamy property in France: French-Property.com.
• Follow Christina Salway on Instagram.
• 11211 Design
• Follow Villa Lagoon tile on Instagram

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