Trading Places With Tommy Walsh

1. E1. Bricks

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   Modern master builder Tommy Walsh takes a trip to Suffolk and learns how to make hand-thrown bricks the old-fashioned way.

2. E2. Drystone Walls

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   How can you make a sturdy wall with no cement or mortar? While on a trip to the Peak District in Derbyshire, Tommy learns the art of dry stone wall building.

3. E3. Rustic Door

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   The look of an old house could be ruined if modern pieces are used while renovating, so builder Tommy Walsh learns how to transform some old timber into a rustic door.

4. E4. Gate Hurdles

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   Builder Tommy Walsh travels to Belvoir castle in Leicestershire and learns how the traditional gate hurdles are created.

5. E5. Plasterwork

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   Tommy Walsh travels to the historic city of Bristol to learn the techniques of plasterwork as he looks at friezes, ceiling roses and cornices.

6. E6. Carpet Weaving

   Jan 1, 2001 · 30m

   Tommy Walsh is in the historic town of Wilton, the ancient capital of Wessex, where he uncovers the process and history of carpet weaving.

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