Category Archives: Renovations

Entry step ramp

The most recent work at the house has been the step ramp and regrading of the entry thresholds to achieve a compliant wheelchair access to the Hall. Hillar has laid a new concrete ramp and built a very neat brick … Continue reading

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Roof repairs

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In September 2023 Hillar completed the roof truss repair. This involved installing a custom steel support bracket under each of the roof trusses, and then strengthening each truss with plywood bracing on the sides. It turned out the original design … Continue reading

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Our new facilities

The stage 1 renovations are nearly complete – all thanks to Hillar for his huge effort over the last few months – and we now have a renovated foyer ready for its first display and two new toilets on ground … Continue reading

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Stage 1 – framing up walls and plumbing

The fire rated ceiling has been installed and the plumbing lines dug out and back filled. Hillar is getting ready for the wall linings to begin.

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Stage 1 – demolition

Hillar and Arne got to work on the demolition and installation of new concrete lintels ready to start framing the new bathrooms at the entry to Eesti Maja.

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Archives Office

Februray 2022 The first stage of the upgrade works at Estonian House has been completed. Hillar Ranniko and Arne Rahnel have been busy getting everything ready for the huge task of moving all the books and archive items from upstairs … Continue reading

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