Ep 9. Ohio Grist Mill

Restoration Road with Clint Harp is a heartwarming show that follows Clint Harp, a woodworker and furniture builder who is passionate about taking old and forgotten structures and turning them into something beautiful. In this season 1 episode 9, titled "Ohio Grist Mill," Clint travels to Ohio to restore a historic grist mill that has fallen into disrepair.

The episode begins with Clint arriving at the grist mill and meeting with the owners, a couple named Sarah and Brad. They purchased the property several years ago with the intention of restoring the mill, but have been overwhelmed with the amount of work that needs to be done. The mill was built in the early 1800s and was once a vital part of the community, but has now been abandoned for many years. It's in such bad shape that Clint is worried it might collapse if they don't act quickly.

Clint takes a tour of the mill, examining each room and taking pictures and notes of the damage. He is saddened to see that there is extensive water damage throughout the building, which has caused the timbers to rot and has weakened the entire structure. The roof is in need of serious repair, and some of the supports are crumbling.

Despite the daunting task ahead, Clint is determined to restore the mill to its former glory. He starts by enlisting the help of his team back in Texas, who start working on the wood that will be used to repair the mill. Clint also brings in a local team of contractors who will help with the structural repairs.

The team gets to work repairing the most critical parts of the mill first: the supports and the roof. Clint and his team use traditional methods and tools to ensure that the repairs are as authentic as possible. Clint recognizes the importance of preserving history and wants to make sure that the mill is restored to its original condition.

As the repairs progress, the owners Sarah and Brad are amazed at how much progress is being made. They had been feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work needed, but Clint's positive attitude and hard work are inspiring them to see the project through to the end.

The episode ends with the repairs almost complete. The mill has been stabilized and the roof has been repaired. Clint and his team have also started on the interior of the mill. They've installed new flooring and are working on repairing the walls. The owners are thrilled with the progress and are excited to see the finished product.

Restoration Road with Clint Harp season 1 episode 9, Ohio Grist Mill, is a heartwarming episode about the importance of preserving history. It's a fascinating look at the process of restoring an old and forgotten structure, and Clint's passion for woodworking and restoring old buildings shines through. The episode is sure to inspire viewers to appreciate the beauty of historic structures and the hard work that goes into preserving them.