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A inch thick thatch roof, which is normal, also offers great sound insulation.
The type of reeds traditionally used for thatched roofs are strong and repel water effectively. Our ancestors knew what they were doing!
The angle of the thatched roof is critical. When knowledgeable thatchers use the traditional water reeds, a thatched roof only needs the ridge replaced every eight or ten years in the Irish climate. The big question when renovating an old Irish cottage is whether to add any kind of extension. In most cases, the answer is yes.
These homes were not built with indoor plumbing or bathrooms. And the kitchen was often a table and a hutch for dishes. People cooked over the fires, which means traditional cottages do have huge fireplaces. But they did not originally have sinks.
So adding a modern kitchen and bathroom makes sense. Every other aspect of the house can stay as traditional as possible.
Of course, some cottages were modernized decades ago and have since become derelict. Those would probably have a kitchen and bathroom.
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Irish cottages are beautiful , but they are not light and airy. Keeping a cottage exactly as it was originally would give a very small, cosy living space.
If the tiny house movement appeals to you, restoring an old Irish cottage might be a dream come true. But it is possible to add sensitive additions that increase the living space without diminishing its traditional charm. Extending to the rear of the house does not change its appearance from the front. Lifestyle all Most Read Most Recent.
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