Big thanks to those who sent best wishes to Max during his recent illness. He is now almost back in perfect health. The below photograph of him crashing out on the roof is because we have returned from a long walk and swim followed by a very large meal. The dog is happy, healthy but exhausted. He sends his best to all out there.
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| Gorgeous Max |
In the beginning of February I had a nice bamboo cover put on my roof. I have used many bamboo roofers at Tiruvannamalai, but the crew who made my current roof are by far and away the very best Tiruvannamalai has to offer. They work creating bamboo and mandapam structures at; all major Temples (including Arunachaleswarar Kovil), marriage halls, mandapams, restaurants, functions and private homes.
I have used many different bamboo construction crews in Tiruvannamalai, and through trial and error have now found an excellent craftsman, so am making this posting and including Balaji's mobile phone number. You can reach him at +919486370325.
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| My roof garden |
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| Balaji, bamboo roofing artisan with strut to add for extra monsoon support |
Winds have been very fierce over the last few weeks, and as the monsoon will soon be upon us, asked Balaji to drop by and make a quick addition to my roof. Balaji's family originates from Tiruvannamalai. His father, who is now deceased, was a bamboo roofer and it was by working with him, that Balaji learnt his craft. Since my bamboo roof was constructed in February, it has remained absolutely solid and immovable. Very happy with it.
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| Balaji and his brother Bhaskaran |
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| Built in February and looks as good now as then |
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| The roof is one of Max's favourite places |
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| Nice tidy work. Balaji's crew spent a total of 2 days taking down the previous roof and replacing it with this new one |
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| Looking towards the West |
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| Looking towards the East |
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| Additional strut added on for extra monsoon support |
