Reviewing the Landscape Design
Bob and general contractor Sam Daniel discuss the landscaping of the Virginia governor’s mansion.
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Installing the Restored Mantelpiece
Bob returns to the Virginia governor’s mansion to see the restored mantelpiece reinstalled in the ballroom.
Restoring the Mantel
Carpenter Bob Ryley and Greg Cowan (from Tidewater Restoration) discuss the process of restoring the antique mantelpiece.
Touring the Remodeled Kitchen
Executive Chef Mark Herndon shows Bob around the newly remodeled basement kitchen of the Virginia governor’s mansion.
Tour of the Royal Governor’s Palace in Colonial Williamsburg
Bob tours colonial Williamsburg, VA, stopping at the Royal Governor’s Palace, where facilities manager Mark Winger gives a tour.
Hanging Double Doors
Carpenters Bob Ryley and Mike Smith hang double doors at the entrance to the private family living quarters of the Virginia governor’s mansion.
Baseboard Molding Installation
Bob Ryley installs replica baseboard molding inside a room of the Virginia governor’s mansion, which is under restoration.
Baseboard Replicas
In the Virginia governor’s mansion, Bob and Bob Ryley look at baseboard replicas and inspect how the space behind the baseboard is used.
Tour of Shirley Plantation
Bob takes a tour of Shirley Plantation, the oldest operating family farm in America, located right on the James River.
Progress Report on the North Addition
Carpenter Bob Ryley and general contractor Sam Daniel issue a progress report on the construction of the north addition to the Viriginia governor’s mansion.