The Half Scale Chantilly Dollhouse Day 13

Now it's time to prepare for the roof installation in the assembly. 

First, decide on the finishing for your attic. I chose to wallpaper the entire space using reversible scrapbook paper that has two complementary prints. This small dollhouse requires only a little wallpaper to achieve a nice look. When wallpapering the attic, it's crucial to dry fit the roof parts first to see how they fit together. Mark which areas will be visible in the attic, peek into the lower room, and which will be the eaves. This can be confusing, so take care to label everything clearly with a pencil. 

Complete the wallpapering before starting the installation. The attic can be quite a maze, so label your roof parts carefully. Since the roof peaks into the second-floor room below, wallpaper those areas according to their placement. I painted the eaves. 

For this small project, avoid heavy wallpaper paste. There are no corners or windows in the attic except for a tiny round window without a sill. You can use tacky glue or a glue stick to attach the wallpaper to your roof pieces, but remember to prime them first. Once you have everything fitted together, cut out all slots through your wallpaper and set your roof pieces aside for now. 

The roof consists of interlocking supports and a chimney located in the center. Assembling this roof can be quite challenging, so be patient. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure proper interlocking of supports and correct chimney installation. A mallet will be necessary for this step. Ensure your roof supports are finished before installation, as the widow's walk floor is part of this assembly. 

Notice how I clamped everything down; it will take time for everything to dry enough to remove the clamps. After that, touch up any paint on this structure before installing the roof parts, as you won't be able to access this area again once they are in place.