Triang No.62
Woodworm
Upon closer inspection, I discovered that the house has woodworm. I could see holes in the base, but just to be on the safe side I thought I had better check the roof as I could see little holes in the cardboard. On removing the center roof panel I could see signs of woodworm. This meant the whole of the roof had to be removed, a job I had not intended to do.
These pictures show the woodworm and how those nasty little grubs have tunneled there way into my dollshouse. These little grubs like damp soft wood, [I think this house has been kept in a damp place, as many of the metal window frames are very rusty behind.] and stay in plywood longer than any other wood. Once the house has been completely rubbed down I will treat it for woodworm, it is quite easy and just means painting the whole house with insecticide.
Hi I have one of these which was my mums. I plan to restore it but can you help me which what scale the flooring and wallpaper should be please.?
The scale of this house is 1/16. The Dolshouseman on ebay sells a variety of floor and wall papers.
Hi Lee
Great job you do!!
I’ve just bought a Triang 62 and it has a lot of original features. There are however no chimneys but marks where they were. Do you have any idea what they looked like? I notice you don’t have any on yours
Regards Carol
Hi Carol
It does seem that the chimneys go missing, often they were not securely fitted. I have found a picture of a Triang No.62 on The Dollshouse Past and Present website that might help you.