The Inspector of Floors has made a visit. He carried out the coefficient of friction test and the drool test. The floors seem to have passed. He approves of the whitish oil finish to the timber flooring and the high contrast classic pattern in the shower room. The 3 year old suggested a game of chess, which apparently he knows how to play. Wonders never cease... And speaking of wonders, the shower is functional. Praise be to modern-ish plumbing!
