Following the reception of the invoice for the blacking, I spoke with Engineering John this afternoon. He said that during a slightly milder spell last week two coats had gone on the hull. If the promised thaw materialises next week, the blacking could be completed, but it would be towards the end of the week because of the bank holidays. That would mean leaving her out of the water until after New Year, to allow the blacking to dry.
Also received estimates for the flue terminal and fitting a washing machine.
