4. Sand the desk and drawers with medium-grit sandpaper to remove the varnish and as much paint as possible. Run your hand over the surface. If you feel any bumps, ridges or imperfections, sand the surface again until it is perfectly smooth.. Sand the desk and drawers with medium-grit sandpaper to remove the varnish and as much paint as possible. Run your hand over the surface. If you feel any bumps, ridges or imperfections, sand the surface again until it is perfectly smooth.
There is a similar memorial to her husband, Albert, the Prince Consort outside the Royal Albert Hall. The Victoria Memorial is a sculpture in London, placed at the centre of Queenâs Gardens in front of Buckingham Palace. It was completed in 1911, the sculptor being Sir Thomas Brock. The surround was constructed by the architect Sir Aston Webb, from 2,300 tons of white marble. It is a Grade I listed building.
There are other spots along the routes the guards take to and from the Palace where you can see 'The Queen's Guard' march past, while avoiding the huge crowds in front of Buckingham Palace. The guardsmen you see Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace are not just ceremonial guards.est Spots to See Changing of the Guard. Next to the railings in front of Buckingham Palace is the spot many head for, to watch Changing of the Guard, but you will find it hard to get good pictures of the 'Guards' as they march to the Palace.