#1 DEMOLITION | Building a Staircase

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Part 2 & 3 on Patreon now!
00:00 Demolition
03:46 Removing Landing
08:08 Concrete Ring Beam
11:36 Preparing for New Beam
16:47 Unbox Therapy
19:10 Buying Green Oak
24:14 Cutting Pockets
28:25 Installing New Beam
33:10 Regularising Joists
36:06 Installing Joists
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[@carlroge]

In case you missed it - Part 2 & 3 are already live on Patreon! Plus old photos of the house before the restoration Thank you, thank you, thank you 🙏 www.patreon.com/join/carlrogers

[@kinskifilms]

"Good trip?" Cripes that made me laugh. Barton Fink, right? Man. Great video!

Welcome back with your fantastic videos 😃

[@haagatha]

Yeaaaa!!! You are back!

[@jeffsmith2144]

about time you got back to the tools Carl 😂😂

[@rb9580]

@@Chefchaot Looks like a transformer to take the European 230V down to a 110V tool.

[@alvaalvarado2587]

I'm glad to see your videos, it's been a long time since you posted anything. Like everyone else, I loved the way you work

[@chucknorri5]

Wind chimes give a small whimsical feel like harry potter but if he was a carpenter.

[@tinoftino1841]

you know the content is good when you watched a 41 minute video that feels like 5 mins. can't wait for the part 2 and 3!

[@gurubhat6680]

Time stamp 6:48, the finger cap is used to push the hand stitching needle to prevent it piercing the fingertips. I still use them when replacing shirt or trouser buttons or small stiches in our cloths. Very helpful little tool.

[@TomBruhh]

It's called a thimble.

[@TheTallOne890]

My question is how the hell did it end up there?

[@maudkarlsson9489]

Hi Carl, Maud from Sweden but living in Spain, Always a treat to see how you are converting an old barn/farm to todays standard but still use the old ways of building. Impressive and honorable. Avating next video,Good luck and thanks for the lessons. :) Maud

[@terencemerritt]

Agreed

[@TheShorebird]

Wow! Here in the U.S., when we work on old buildings or houses, they're usually 100 or maybe at the most, 200 years old. It's a testament to the craftsmanship of your countrymen that you have structures that old still standing.

[@ErraticPerfectionist]

Omg, I love watching a timelapsed clean up, especially in a workshop. Glad you kept that in for us to enjoy 😁👍🏻

[@reidflemingworldstoughestm1394]

12:00 when you plunge cut with a circular saw like that the front of the fence needs to be pressed firmly onto the material with the back end up. This is the safest method because the blade will push itself away from the cut if it grabs. Once the blade is out of contact with the cut there is no more force to fight, returning complete control to the operator. The way you did it, setting the back end down and lowering the front, is dangerous because the blade pulls the saw into the cut when it grabs -- as you can see it doing.

[@debishipman2761]

This is decidedly NOT a tool safety video.

[@DiscoFang]

Yeps. That was a recipe for kickback and wearing the blade in his chest.

[@alanfasbury]

Thank you Carl absolutely mesmerising. 41 minutes goes in a flash. Brilliant workmanship and dedication to your undertaking. Best wishes.

[@RNotenboom]

Hey Carl, For the trouble in adjusting your saw: Rub a piece of candlewax (or petroleum jelly) against/between the sliding mechanism for the height adjustment.

[@christopherwright7536]

Or possibly a little lithium grease!

[@deejOnKt]

Hi Carl, Be aware that you should absolutely *not* use concrete in an old house like this : it will maintain moist in the walls, as its totally sealed, they will rot and crumble with time, use lime instead. Another thing it that concrete is too stiff for old kinda wobbly walls that moves with humidity and temperatures changes : makes vertical cracks easier to appear. Looking forward the other videos with that new lighting stuff ! Yann (restoring an old barn and farm from France too)

[@deejOnKt]

@@Forakus Old walls requires old techniques and specialised craftmanship. Concrete is no good in such old builds.

[@ZwiftingWithGranny]

A definite yay on the wind chimes. Because of hearing your wind chimes when I watch your channel, I went out and bought wind chimes that sound just like yours; two sets. When I sit outside it's very relaxing. The restorative work you do on these old buildings is remarkable. Such craftsmanship. Thank you for all the trouble you go through to record these videos.

[@VillaAroldi]

Oh, have I waited for this! The craftmanship on this channel is on another level!

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

It appears to be on a split-level between 1st and 2nd floors. 😎

[@VillaAroldi]

@@wileycoyotesr8623 😂

[@Borism907]

They are not craftsmen their builders and mediocre at best.

[@jonblais82]

@@Borism907 as is your english

[@JazzFunkNobby1964]

@@jonblais82 English

[@gbentley8176]

Nostalgic video for me. Did just what you are doing now fifty odd years ago but without all those lovely tools and rechargeables. Build well and accurately and it stands the test of time. I have recently had to chop a ring beam I installed and it took 3 days. Laying new oak suspended floor today in my workroom corridor. You never lose keeping busy at 80. Yes I can still hang and swing over a beam. Keep up the good work, God bless and thanks for posting.

[@dworekzielonyas9902]

Trochę tutaj brak zasad bezpieczenstwa przy rozbiorce tych schodów Nalezy stosowac podesty nawet przy pracy na wysokości 1,5 metra Twój kręgosłup jest bezcenny Jesli to nie odbudowa zabytku to jednak lepiej zastosowac konstrukcje żelbetowa na której oprze się cala konstrukcje drewnianych stopni

[@aayotechnology]

That’s awesome. Keep on keeping on!

[@zoerochelle]

Question about the concrete: I learned that lime mortar should be used on these stone houses so that moisture in the walls isn’t trapped by concrete. Why do you use concrete instead of lime mortar?

[@Antonio-mn5pq]

Exactly what I was going to ask. If you needed it to be sturdier than mortar, you should have used arabic brick panels, instead of increasing humidity, acidity and CO2 inside those walls. This concrete feber is not 'more durable' as he said, instead it deteriorates the original building faster.

[@bretagnejean2410]

And wood parasite as anobium like humidity particurlarly eat wood on the wall.

[@evilkakepie708]

Yes always use lime mortar. The issue with it in this case is that it would have been a bit to thick to be strong. They really should have built up a platform with lime mortar and brick or stone. Concrete can be stronger right after it becomes hard, but modern Concrete will eventually break down and fall apart. It won't happen within our lifetime, but it won't last much longer than 60 to 80 years. Never the less, the concrete will last for a long time, and for the time being it is safe and strong. As far as the moisture issue, I can say after having worked in water damage restoration that the older the house the better it can handle water and moisture due to the ability of exposed wood and other materials to breathe. New houses tend to actually do worse with water damage because they are sealed so much better. It is more difficult for water to find its way into a new modern home, but once it is in it can't get out due to the very thing that actually protects it from water in the fist place. So this house will do fine regarding moisture as long as both sides of any surface in question aren't completely sealed. All this being said, they are doing an absolutely beautiful job with this home and most all of these repairs are being done skillful and the right way. I'd say they are definitely doing proper justice by this wonderful peace of history.

[@llamudos9809]

Just said the same then noticed your comment.

[@octaverouge2148]

Yup using concrete is a mistake, lime is the way to go. Those walls need to breath, concrete doesnt allow that, if there is humidity in the soil the walls will "rot". It's too bad, you make lots of efforts to keep the house as it was, and you go and use modern cement, why not use what the ancients used? It worked for 300 years. Anyway I dont want to seem to harsh, good luck guys, nice video.

[@egorrotneck5022]

When using a circular saw, especially vertically, it is much safer to rest the front edge of the sole plate on the work and pivot the back of the saw down. That will give you more control and it'll feel a lot safer too!

[@RandomYTStuff]

*That thing at **6:48** is used in hand-sewing; you wear it on your finger as you push through the needles through the textile/garment. It effectively protects your finger from the repetitive pinching from the back of the needle* (especially if the textile is hard, thickly woven or there are multiple layers of it)

[@TimBrownie]

Was about to say this. It's a Sewing Finger Cap, and the design is still the same these days. @carlrogers

[@RandomYTStuff]

@@TimBrownie Good to know the name in English, I could only describe its use.

[@hughstephens7246]

I think it’s called a thimble, and I think Carl knew that but was referring to it being left for good luck? Maybe wrong though!

[@stevepettifer4896]

@@hughstephens7246 it is indeed called a thimble, not a 'sewing finger cap' which is simply a prosaic description of it's function.

[@emeleetn]

The high quality of your work is stunning! I’ve learned from this channel. I clicked on one of your videos because it had a picture of Rafa and the gate you built. Yes on Rafa and the wind chimes

[@nataliakhartskhaeva7446]

Твои родители, очень счастливы, что вырос такой умелый и грамотный человек.Я рада за тебя, ты все умеешь делать.

[@doctormaddix2143]

I always love your videos. Your style is relaxing and thoughtful, and it is apparent that you put a lot of time and effort into making your videos. I also like that you’re including mistakes, it gives the series more immersion.Thank you for what you are doing!❤️

[@RobTuck1475]

Carl you and your Dad are amazing!! Thank you all again for letting us come along on this epic adventure. Take care and stay safe.

[@ConwayT91]

This series is such a joy to watch! Craftsmanship and amazing results. I love to see it all, thank you for the hard work you put in the videos!

[@martyhanks5977]

as a near retirement aged construction co owner, watching your channel, gives me hope for the future! Well Done!!

[@holymoly6829]

Thank you for returning and keeping us updated with your fantastic project Incredible skills like yours are a pleasure to see 👍👍👍

[@kailand3056]

Carl, so good to see you and Rafa again! I like the wind chimes. I really appreciate your high standards for craftsmanship - it’s interesting to watch you work your way through a complex build and explain what you’re doing as you go.

[@tomaszkoodziejczyk6577]

Oj długo musieliśmy czekać na nowy filmik. Pozdrowienia z Polski.

[@carolynknight1520]

I appreciate your quiet persistance, and your good HUMOUR whilst figuring each step!

[@tzisorey]

That was a load-bearing thimble - the house is going to collapse now

[@dorothysmith3850]

😄

[@michaelbooth1097]

Yes young fella, you have a skill that not many have. We would love to see more :) keep up the great work!

[@ptaylor4923]

I love that you're saving the building. On the other hand, I have serious issues with using concrete in place of original mortar. Here we have companies where you send the original mortar sample and the analyze the mix and make an identical mix so there are no problems. And too much water really messes up the integrity

[@mirakocharova7650]

С огромным удовольствием смотрю ваши фильмы. Мечтаю так же профессионально все делать как и вы.

[@XtrAMassivE]

That's just awesome, the amount of time and precision that you put into this is just awe-inspiring. Can't wait to see more.

[@pqworks9019]

I always love to see the incredible work you do in every video! Most people would never take on such a feat of replicating all of this old joinery and working with these big beams! Awesome work as always!

[@MariaSanchez-zf9cs]

Brilliant work so far. I was wondering out loud yesterday where you have been. Was so excited to see your video posting this afternoon. Don't keep us hanging so long!

[@JonasDieltiens]

What an amazing rebuild! Great to watch, no fuzz, no annoying music, no nothing except good content!

[@kbee1735]

Very informative and love watching your videos ! Your dad has been essential in helping you and thanks for posting your progress! 🇨🇦

[@MrNorthwestern2013]

I love these videos. The effort you put into recording and high quality of your work is a pleasure to watch. :)

[@grahameroberts8109]

Very honest videoing Carl and most entertaining. I learnt about Dutch pins! Thanks mate. Love your (and Dad’s) work. 👍🏻🙏🦘

[@Averagecarpenteryenjoyer]

Hi Carl, Really enjoy watching your videos, especially the ones with your dad present. Brings back fond memories. Thankyou

[@abbeycat6425]

What a great video thanks. Very interesting with minimal talking and no background music. Love all the tools used. I want some, even though I’d have no use for them except to cause major injuries to myself.

[@grgr6720]

For sure I can relate. I caulked the kitchen countertop yesterday.

[@carlroge]

😂

[@jeanmeslier9491]

The 'good luck charm' is a sewing thimble. It protects the fingers when pushing the needle through the material being sewn. Traditionally made of gold or brass, around 1900 steel thimbles were cheaper to make and were a lot more durable. It would be interesting to know what it is made of.

[@musikdrengen02]

In Denmark they are called a finger”bøl” Bøl has no translation.. looks like a small shotglass size xd

[@JasperJanssen]

Dutch is “vingerhoed” - finger hat. It was also often made of silver. Probably a lot more of those than brass, let alone gold.

[@kevingerlach7517]

Great to see you back. Truly enjoy watching your work on the place in France. Looking forward to the next videos. Stay safe and healthy.

[@bentnickel7487]

I appreciate your devotion to the photographic aspect of your channel. An artist through and through.

[@annaventuree]

I swear the edit where you dived off the landing killed me 🌊🤣

[@scottcates]

It's always slightly painful to see an old beam get cut out BUT your overall repair with that tight joinery of yours really do that old structure justice. Very nice work, sir.

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing.

[@donnasummers6534]

Amazing work. I love to watch these type of videos.

[@williamlewis8741]

Bonjour Carl. it's always a pleasure to watch your vidéos. I'll be wearing my "slim" with pride in three weeks in the south of France not far from your region. all the best cheers

[@carlroge]

yeaaa! good to hear from you william - hope you're well

[@ConradEdmonds]

Great content, rate that traditional methods with great craftsmanship, pleasure to watch your content ✅

[@ahmadadzrin6536]

Another great work. As someone who just started out in building conservation, I've learned so much from you and Dylan Iwakuni.

[@terryadler5975]

Love that chain mortise tool 👍!!! That thing is awesome!... What a time saver!🐾

[@michaelcima5772]

Great video. I can attest to the usefulness of the slim. Just used when shingling our pump house. Very good deal for a fine tool belt.

[@carlroge]

Thanks Michael! glad it's getting some good use

[@Rwecosher]

Wind chimes: if enough people say nay, can I have them? I must have found your channel during lockdown as watching your videos takes me back to, what was for me, a chilled out summer. Those wind chimes are not only extremely pleasant, they’re nostalgic.

[@melodiebilodeau]

Unbelievable work. Truly astonishing. And yay for wind chimes .

[@stellaolejar9007]

Carl just wanted to let you know how much I've enjoyed your videos. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@cedricjonckers752]

Hee Carl! Amazing and noticeable better camera work my man. Great job on the beautiful stairs as well. It is lovely seeing you (and your dad) working on this house, and slowly turning it into the perfect home.

[@davestutznegger431]

I love your videos - I can see myself doing something similar. I did shudder when you were using a metal ruler to adjust the table saw cutting width without turning off the saw. I've done that once with a tape measure only to hit the blade and have it come flying back at me

[@chazzyb8660]

Ouch, I was thinking the same.

[@wolfman515]

Nice to see someone who takes pride in their work.

[@JohnNascimentoArt]

I’m always amazed by the quality of your videos. Not only that, but I love the communication. Thank you. And Cheers. 😊👍👏👏

[@iCanHazTwentyLetters]

I wish you did a cross section analysis of the 300yr old oak. some of it looked good (without insect holes).

[@pmichael73]

Fantastic! I know how you and others feel about cutting out 300-year-old timber, but for the house to continue to live, it has to be done. Your work will last another 300 years and you can take great pride in that. The ability for these old French houses to be renewed and adapted is surprising; they seem to accept change. My house is not far from yours and for that reason, my admiration of your work is huge.

[@danielcotnoir3363]

I love your channel! Your videos are superb! I could literally watch this kind of work all day long! Thanks for all of your hard work! Cheers!

[@anthonywall5227]

Thank you

[@douglasmorton6121]

Love your videos Carl! It’s a nice mix of old school carpentry, joinery, and masonry, with the use of new tools and machines. It’s interesting to see some of the differences between machines used in Europe, and what we use in the U.S. keep up the nice work!!!

[@marcusd2380]

Love the videos from both the content and the filming. Great workman ship. One thing using concrete with old buildings. Are the old walls lime mortar. From restoration programs I have seen in the past using concrete on such walls is not recommended as they can breath and then deteriorate. Thanking you for making the videos I’m learning such a lot

[@stephensimpson5283]

I think that is only when they cover an entire wall with concrete render. I was thinking the same thing then thought about it. Just making a small concrete pad and filling a hole here an there will still allow the original lime to breathe. :)

[@marcusd2380]

@@stephensimpson5283 doing large areas of wall with plaster is terrible. The bbc did a series Project Restoration 15 years ago. And if I can rember that far back they didn’t us cement mortars at all.

[@TheKkazikk]

@@marcusd2380 I think that most of techniques shown in this film are kind of restoration nightmare. I don't know how things work in France but are there any conservation offices taking care of this type of buildings there?

[@marcusd2380]

@@TheKkazikk I can’t comment if old buiodings in France are listed as in the Uk and hence restoration is regulated like the Uk. But for sure these old buildings need time money and expertise. Carl has the expertise for sure and I can see it takes time. In the Uk there has been a few high profile restorations and well worth watching

[@bigzee6500]

thank you for sharing your work

[@ivonekowalczyk5823]

Yay windchimes. Love your sense of humor and the old construction is fascinating. Thank you.

[@musicteacherbuilder]

The circular saw is a lot safer if you brace the “toe” and plunge the “heel.” You will not have that grabbing issue.

[@aayotechnology]

That means turning the saw 180°? Or keep same orientation?

[@musicteacherbuilder]

@@aayotechnology that is a preference choice. I mean brace the front of the plate as you hold the saw, and plunge the back. That makes the plunge safer regardless of which direction you are guiding the saw. It is made to push, and made to plunge at the rear.

[@saint-miscreant]

Found my way to your channel through the magic of KZbin recommendations… instant sub! I don’t usually love videos full of shop sounds but there’s something quite soothing about the rhythm of your editing, and the fact that you know when to deploy hand tools and power tools instead of just taking a chainsaw to everything like some might do. I wonder what cheeky workman popped that thimble in there? It looks to be in pretty good condition tbh, you could see if there are any local sewists or historical costumers who want to restore it and use it. Also, if you’re not already familiar with the channel, I recommend that you check out Shoyan carpenter. He’s got a Japanese and English channel. You might find the joinery approaches interesting (and of course the handsaw-work and chiselling is immaculate). Ta, off to watch the rest of your videos now :)

[@johnerway7255]

Very nice quality, love watching the old way of doing things. Thanks for sharing.

[@CSNORG]

incredible work ...congrats ... this kind of skills this days are rare ... thank you for sharing

[@tombristowe846]

Good vid. At 10 min 20 sec one of you was hitting the shuttering with a hammer to settle the concrete. A really good alternative is to use a medium sized drill, probably a mains drill. Put a chisel bit in it and set it to hammer only. Work the shuttering with that. It works an absolute treat. All the best from the UK.

[@mattcartwright8272]

Or as alternative Ive used in the past is an orbital hand sander used on the shuttering sides. Creates just enough vibration to settle the concrete and bring the fat to the top.

[@tombristowe846]

@@mattcartwright8272 Yes; I guess that would work too.

[@09conrado]

Awesome video Carl. Never mind the sour critics, what have they ever made and shared? How have they inspired others?

[@spikefivefivefive]

I don't know what's more amazing: your work or how you document it all.

[@ZANDERLOG]

Хорошая работа!!!

[@oscardelgadotolosa3819]

Que buen trabajo.... y que grandes herramientas. Enhorabuena!!!

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

That was sewing thimble you found and thought maybe is a good luck charm. Nope. I use them for sewing, they are still used by many whom sew today, fyi. They protect fingers, as you found it fits. Interesting place for such an item to show up.

[@carlroge]

ah gotcha! I thought it was a mouse helmet

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

@@carlroge that’s funny! Love your work and attention to detail by the way, beautiful!

[@MrDurandal25]

Texas here, absolutely amazing sir. Your skill is impressive! Oak is very durable and a great wood to work with. The last batch lasted 300 years....and is a testament to men and women who built it! I'll be back for more! Subscribed!

[@vondutch7406]

Wow! You are combining the traditional woodwork with modern technology. Basically l would categorize you as an artist. l admire your successful hard work and keeping sense of humour along the way. Well done. l am your fan, probably the oldest. l am 77 years old.

[@zeroy]

Just discovering the Channel, this looks like a big project and some nice restaurations! On thing, I was surprised at the nails on the tenon at the end.. Nails should be used for shear strength but here your tenon already does this again the pocket on the big beam, that has the potential to rot your tenon and serve no purpose there?

[@cherylstraub5970]

why are you not using hot lime to fill the holes? Isn't it strong enough to hold what you need? I am sorry if this is a stupid question.

[@joshschneider9766]

Not only historically correct but the right engineering choice because that's what was used in the 1700s. Concrete and Elizabethan mortar don't mix well. There's sites all over the UK where stone outer walls were clad in concrete with really bad results.

[@peinture1071]

You are incredible worker.....An artist......It's a joy watching you.......Thank you !!!

[@nylanelson8660]

Your dad is pretty strong for being 60 yrs old. Love watching the rebuilding of the place. You must not be scared of heights from all the places you have stood on while rebuilding this with your dad. Love the sound of wind chimes. My dad use to make homemade wind chimes & hang them up. He built a Huge 6 bedroom log home by himself. He did Everything from cutting down the trees to placing them with a crane & the inside of the house too. He did All the work himself as he loved working with wood & so do I. In the U.S. there is not to many women that are wood workers like me, what about in U.K. & France? Love seeing the journey of the progress of this building being restored

[@angeloalessi9378]

Hey, thanks for sharing! A question for you: looks like you’re working on an old building, is there a particular reason you chose to use concrete for the walls instead of a lime based mixture like the one used towards the end of the video?

[@stevemarvin1723]

8:15 he said why

[@minastirith997]

@@stevemarvin1723 quick easy and wont be seen is not an explanation to the question why?

[@bigpapajm]

​@@minastirith997 Hello On emploie jamais de ciment avec de la pierre parce que le ciment détruit la pierre les murs en pierre sont montés à la terre ou à la chaux pour des raison de solidité pas d'esthétique Hello Excuse my google translate english Cement is never used with stone because cement destroys stone stone walls are mounted with earth or lime for reasons of solidity not aesthetics

[@mawe42]

@@bigpapajm Exactly! Concrete should NEVER be used like this. Lime based is more flexible with the movement of the house and it breathes so it doesn't capture moisture. Concrete is very hard and 100% needs reinforcement to not crack and crumble. There is a reason lime based stone buildings stands for centuries or millennia...

[@MartilloWorkshop]

Inexperience. For professional tradespeople who specialise in historical buildings, this is hard to watch. Those oak beams will have rot issues within a century. You might say that's a long time, but considering the previous ones lasted for 3 centuries, it's really not. I just pulled out a floor with wood set in concrete and despite it being dry and in a heated living room, the wood was rotten and wasn't even that old.

[@Pmac-rc7qs]

I see your saw height adjustment is sticking mine done the same thing. Theres a video by Bradshaw joinery and he shows you how to fix it I done it on mine now it works a treat.

[@carlroge]

will check it out thanks!

[@bergthorsify]

Thanks also!

[@marcv.8493]

So happy to see the progress and ever so impressed! Congrats!

[@willivondewerft11]

thank you

[@johnsisk5914]

Yay on the wind chimes. One of things I look forward to. Great progress! I hope you and your family are doing well. Your edits on this episode were splendid! Thank you for taking us along on your journey to bringing this home back to life. Truly amazing to watch it happen.

[@roxs81]

Are you certain that the concrete is a good idea with such an old house that it might not let your walls breathe and create more damage?

[@dworekzielonyas9902]

Wszystko zależy zawsze nalezy pamietac by przegrody paronieprzepuszczalne nie zamykaly drogi osuszania przegród

[@greyhairedphantom4038]

If they had used concrete in the original 300 year old home, you wouldn't have to worry about renovating the old place. It would have fell down 250 years ago!

[@carrickrichards2457]

Lovely to see - Thanks for sharing. Good luck going forward

[@terrileyda5346]

Amazing work! Love it!

[@erichagler7842]

just my curiosity , i have heard that using concrete on a lime base motor wall is not good as it will not let the wall breath property in the change of moisture in the air .... is this so or what are your views on this subject ....

[@carter2671]

I have also heard this with adobe houses in the Southwestern US, specifically with very old buildings. An old adobe house that was repaired with concrete had to be repaired again with the proper material (traditional adobe mud). They also gave the reason for the issue as the concrete didn’t settle and allow airflow in the same way that the adobe did, thus causing structural issues.

[@clement6574]

@@carter2671 Concrete on a wall made of a natural element such as adobe, ramned earth, stones ect ... is like putting h24 a synthetic clothing on your skin, you'll sweat and your sweat will just get blocked. Natural stuff doesn't mix up with modern man made materials.

[@jeffjefferson2676]

Just saying: Concrete is strongest when it has only little water content. Its always best to measure before mixing. Maybe a person scale is the way to go because these go up to 120kg most of the times. Greetings, Jeff

[@lomalinke5042]

Loved it, watched all the earlier content, loved it even more, liked it all and subscribed as requested. Great editing! Great storytelling! Looking forward to what's to come! Merci beaucoup!

[@myruffleddreams1906]

Wow that’s so much work you’re doing. How rewarding.

[@deadaccount6135]

One rookie mistake though, when he cut the tenon on the main beam he actually over cut both ways, creating a potential weak point. People forget to watch the highest and furtherest point of the blade and so cut longer than they intended.

[@joshschneider9766]

Didnt he say he was enlarging it on purpose?

[@RehabProjectSRCB]

@@joshschneider9766 he enlarged it when it didn't fit first try but he made the cut and accidentally overshot both cut angles by a bit cutting past his lines

[@David-gr8rh]

Most excellent content, 100% great footage. The use of the high speed, moments are fantastic. Overall one of the best content makers on KZbin. Thank you

[@KevinAmatt]

A 300 year old staircase? You have a good set of skills, but… Couldn’t the staircase be repaired? Strengthened and conserved? Also we should never use cement on stone walls. Especially if they are built with lime mortar. You will get problems with damp in the future. Maybe a RSJ would be better.

[@slunalang]

I wondered the same thing. The amount of restoration videos I’ve watched where they had to redo walls completely because the previous owners used cement …

[@stevepettifer4896]

not on an internal wall that is nowhere near ground level and has good air circulation. That pad for the beam might as well be a piece of mudstone or granite or any other rock. I don't quite understand why they used Portland cement on the infill above the beam when it looked as though they were using lime mortar round the side of it, but it still won't cause any problems there. Even the ring beam should present no real problem since it is not in contact with the ground and is not on the outside. As for the staircase, what was there to preserve? A lot of it was worm eaten and loose and had had it's day. There is zero point in 'conserving' something for the sake of it: A staircase needs to be strong and reliable and turning it into a parody of Trigger's Broom would not benefit anyone. Given what they've previously done with the roof and other structures I imagine they would have carefully considered if it was worth trying to restore it and concluded that it was too far gone to be worth the effort. Far better to replace like with like using the right materials and also then being able to take into account the modified first floor height.

[@Jorn41]

Exactly, Carl Rogers is a bloody amateur! Worst of all, he is a destructive amateur, doing damage to the cultural heritage.

[@redrufus444]

@@stevepettifer4896 Agree - the staircase is nothing but a accident waiting to happen....Safety First....

[@xl000]

Why bother. Just disassemble it, you can reuse the wood that is still good for furniture or something, or even sell it if it's in good condition. It doesn't have a special historical value And building staircase is not even that hard. It's just a few grooves and planks to cut to length. It's even easier because they can just replicate the previous staircase if they want. So no, just get rid of it.