#2 Work STARTS on our NEW Neglected House

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00:00 DAY 1
08:32 DAY 2
15:20 DAY 3

[@Diego_Leon]

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[@user-cx3cq8ev5k]

Thank you

[@Cauin450]

Casa del León seems to fit.

[@annatoth9478]

I LOVE watching your process. Please wear a mask, it makes us all worry for your lungs. The dust from the old plaster, the cement and so on is not good for your lungs. Can't wait to see how this old place turns out!

[@crisrodriguez579]

I would suggest eye protection too

[@wkncoz3227]

And manual lift with your legs to protect your back

[@teribelleau137]

So amazing to see how they used to build things...and MESMERIZING to watch you two dismantle it inch by inch! Love Sundays 😂❤😊

[@Diego_Leon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@vanessajamieson7420]

As usual, enjoyed watching, always my Sunday treat! Starting on the new project fascinating - was that straw in the wall you took down? So much hard work, I do admire you & Joanne. Hugs from Johannesburg, South Africa

[@codydody]

Yes I enjoy the slow pans and close ups of the old construction. Sorry about the tiles, wish I could help solve that problem❤

[@lancedaniels]

Thank you for sharing and posting. Major demolition work.

[@MelMc188]

Name is “Little Village House”. Diego is such a workhorse, and I’m always impressed with how strong he is. Joana works just as hard and is great at detailed work. I’m amazed at how much you were able to get done in this video.

[@Diego_Leon]

thaaaank you so much

[@user-fc2hb3de2w]

One thing is for certain, you two are NOT afraid of hard work. I love watching the process.

[@nagytita4982]

These floor tiles are painted cement tiles and were glued with cement according to the old technique. This is why they are so durable and the two layers actually fuse together. You can't clean them unless you sand off the excess. My grandfather worked with them after the II war.

[@Diego_Leon]

Amazing, Thanks for sharing 😊

[@birdsndog5819]

Sanding! Interesting.

[@darkfs3912]

E SO AQUECER O PISO COM AQUELES SOPRADORES AQUECIDOS, PROFISSIONAIS , O PISO DILATA E SE SOLTA!! O MESMO VALE PRA REVESTIMENTO

[@user-hd6gz3bl1x]

IS very good idea may be radial under or sand ​@@Diego_Leon

[@ajones8699]

Just put the tiles in the bin, you are trying to remove a hard substrate from a brittle tile, it's not going to work

[@gabrielemueller7865]

Good on you for taking on the strenuous task of rebuilding this old home. Without your efforts, this property would continue to decay.

[@SarHje]

Skip cleaning the tiles … keep them for a surface that is adjustable in height where you can add or reduce the amount of concrete below. Only a circular saw to even the edges . They are really beautiful. It would be a bit like laying cobble stones on a street.

[@lfuentes4098]

Yes, I was thinking the same thing. Maybe he can use them in the entryway with the border tiles if possible. It will be a nice feature.

[@mwoods1052]

@@lfuentes4098 make a mosaic design with the broken tiles

[@dwele7852]

Amazing to see how much you've grown as a builder in just the year i've followed you for. Keep going!

[@Diego_Leon]

Thanks for watching😊 Can you help me reach 100,000 subscribers? ❤️🙏

[@naidasayfulaeva5498]

🤗🤗🤗

[@fernandobernalbernal3763]

ya queda poquito para 100k

[@mezanian]

I recommend your vlogs to other YTUBE channels when they have problems you have solved.😅

[@9Antonian]

Chateau Leon! On second thought name it after the wife, you will be happier that way. Can’t wait to see your channel every Sunday, thank you for sharing.

[@cristinacaba7374]

Las baldosas rotas, aunque no te sirvan para un nuevo suelo, las puedes reutilizar para un mosaico artístico al estilo de Gaudí (un detalle en una pared, para la chimenea, el baño o en tu jardín, quizás combinadas con otras de alguien que las vaya a desechar).

[@zildasouzamendes2292]

Excelente ideia Christina!

[@shannakirby3073]

Perhaps you can reuse a few of the tiles as an art piece or accent piece on one of the new walls you create. You could also use them in an outdoor patio area. You put in an amazing amount of work in trying to save them, so congratulations on your efforts!

[@lesleyevans4583]

So good to see your starting the new project deago. I think it's amazing you both have the drive and the energy to do this, your young and so driven so I say hats off to you both. I think your going to complete this project far sooner than you think. The way you demolished the first day, we'll I think your going to be flying with the rest, well done to you both. So enjoy your enthusiasm and drive to do these projects. You will never loose your drive for the other one, it's your home, so you will be driven to get it done. All the very best 👏🤗

[@Diego_Leon]

THANK YOU!

[@Arigator]

@@Diego_Leon Y lo más importante es que estos proyectos probablemente cuesten mucho dinero...

[@racebanning6390]

For the tiles you can save some , just plan a thicker base. Cut the edges of cement tiles shape with the cement attached. Like installing Thick tiles. We call that improvise to save. I really like the Open floor plan. It will make the space appear much larger. Have each level be a seperate living space, just put a closet in each level for storage, clothes to hang etc. By keeping the Levels Simple, & open there will be less cost involved also👍👍🛠️🔧🛠️🙏🙏Be blessed , Great progress.

[@Diego_Leon]

Thanks for the tips!

[@ToddDoherty-z2v]

Hi mate, you two work hard and are a great example to people. Just want to let you know that the plasterboard you have installed has a good chance of failing. All plasterboard needs stud adhesive glue behind it on the timber battens. The screws don't hold it up! They just hold it while the glue dries. Good luck going forward. Watch some plasterboard installation videos. Cheers from Oz.

[@donnawygal4328]

I love you see the countryside. I will never get to travel, so it's lovely to just see the normal road to town.

[@AliReynolds63]

What about "Vintage Villa" as we all know you will restore it to it's original beauty and charm. ❤

[@Zesore]

ViVi the Vintage Villa ❤

[@user-ci7qw1ii7r]

Добрый день, самая замечательная и трудолюбивая пара! С нетерпением жду воскресенья❤. Ребята, вам надо основать свою фирму по реконструкции старых домов, у вас это получается просто изумительно! Если бы я жила во Франции, то однозначно купила бы жилье, над которым поработали вы. Удачи вам во всех проектах, милые!

[@TheMissjo90]

I've been following your massive projects for about a year. Such a beautiful part of the country. It would be interesting to learn more about the region you live. It's breathtakingly beautiful. I look forward to seeing how this turns out. 🎉

[@F1281300]

Hello Diego, my name is Daniel, I live in Argentina in a city called Mar del Plata, on the Atlantic coast, I've been watching your videos for a while (the current ones, and I'm looking for the previous ones). I am fascinated by each one of them, because I see the drive of you and your wife Joana, both so young, in particular she who handles the tools alongside you, is little seen and really that is great to encourage others, my Most sincere congratulations to both of you. I think you They live in France or the UK because you speak English very well and I have no reference to the place. It's beautiful, yes, I don't speak English well but I hope you understand what I want to explain. I like to give a hand to those who are starting out and getting started. They drive like you. two. I am 61 years old and it is time to give something of what I learned, you and your wife are people who deserve to be helped and they also deserve everything they are achieving with so much effort and tenacity. Well, regarding the tiles to recover, I can give a "TIP" so that you can try to save them, perhaps it will help and have a result, we here when we find ourselves with this situation; That is to say, tiles of this type where (as they said in a previous comment they have been painted with cement and then they put material reinforced with cement and it looks like a rock), as I said, here we help ourselves by using an angle grinder with a diamond disc for masonry, we make a grid-type drawing and then with a chisel and a not very heavy mason, supporting the mosaic on a mound of sand, we remove it, finishing leveling with the same disc as if we were grinding a steel surface, mostly we rescue the 85 -90% of the tiles or mosaics, I don't know what they call it there, the only bad thing is the dust, but it works. I hope this helps you and is useful, I greet you and hug you from a distance with the hope that I have contributed something useful to your beautiful life project. Thank you for the videos every week, I really love being able to see them and follow their progress and adventures again, a big hug

[@alicekenworthy9603]

Hi Diego and Joanna… and so in just a couple of days you have already made huge progress by removing all the internal walls so as to open the whole area …. And now the planning begins !!! So excited to see you transforming this neglected house into a space called “home” for someone ... can’t wait. Durban SA🇿🇦

[@booksthatmakemethink]

It doesn't get much more French than that village house!! Beautiful. Time has stopped there. Loved the church, the approach to the village through the countryside, Joana opening the shutters like men and women have done every morning for centuries. Good luck with the renovation.

[@gayleangerdina7151]

I am mesmerized by the little village. Do many people live there? The church bells sound like real bells ringing. I hear nothing like that where I’m located. It’s like prerecorded rings. Love watching your progress. 😊

[@CarlWithACamera]

Maybe use those old tiles outdoors on a bed of sand, like pavers. That way you can embed them each as deeply as necessary to make the top surface level without having to clear the old cement off them.

[@natalinarocha2137]

Um piso lindo, acho que ladrilho hidráulico,dava para reutilizar em algum ambiente. Lindo e você e sua esposa fazem um ótimo trabalho na reconstrução de casas antigas, parabéns!

[@juliaconway5866]

I'm looking forward to seeing this new house come together. What an incredible amount of hard labor to demo the interior. I imagine the village will be appreciative of two young people coming in with improvements. It's a beautiful village! Best of luck.

[@ctownsend4600]

If there’s a garden area perhaps you could use the tiles there, cement and all! Love watching you two. You’re very hard working young people.

[@Diego_Leon]

THANKS FOR YOUR DONATION! well there is no garden on this house. Take care 😊😊

[@Alex-oq3xx]

Работа невероятная!!! Представляю, как Вы устали. Молодец!!! И жена ваша молодец!!! Ждём, ждём 👍

[@lizettegonzalez8108]

Great opportunity to realize what you imagine I’m sure is going to look amazing at the end. Keep going you guys are hardworking people. Thank you

[@Feeoryne]

WOW!!! What an awesome job!! Persevera y triunfaras!!!

[@sharonkershaw3091]

Wow what a change already. Can’t wait to see more. Been watching since day one. You like buying houses next to churches ❤

[@epmunson75]

Good job. Those tiles would be difficult to save. Too bad they are beautiful, but your right the floor has to be the first thing done.

[@chriscardinal7007]

You are a machine! Great teardown! I'm sure the tile experts out there will have a solution for you! So I hope everyone out there do not bash you for those what eight that couldn't save! You do for you u2 don't mind others, you got this😊💗💗💗

[@neutonrenda2303]

It's great to see you make a start on your second property. Judging by how your house has been transformed, I can't wait to see how it goes.👍

[@user-us8no3vi6y]

it's so impressive how you all do the work on your own. I look forward to your videos every weekend. Super great!!!!!

[@zulkiflymohamed-wu4rh]

this will one hell of a long journey for both of you.....still we will back u up!🎉

[@mezanian]

I remember the first video I saw, you and Johanna had a ruin in the mountains, got a vegetable garden going, struggled with bureaucracy and had to leave that dream. Now years later you have both thrived, almost 100k subscribers who provide a cheer squad for your success. Great evolution to witness 😊🇦🇺🤙

[@vegasmama226]

100k on the way! Awesome work /couple!

[@gaylangridge8180]

It was sad that the tiles were breaking. I am loving watching all of your videos. You and your girlfriend are very hard wokers.

[@kathrynaston6841]

For that space, you should make it open floor plan. Put the bathroom in the corner, keep the kitchen open, but separate it from the living space with an island. Have steps going up in the back, and combine the living and dining, or use the island as an eating place. Since you only do one of those things at a time, enjoying the entire space while eating, cooking, or relaxing images everything feel spacious. You can coffer the ceiling and define spaces with overhead lentils and pillars without losing them off.

[@Diego_Leon]

SOUNDS GREAT!

[@user-jw6ge6dr1q]

If you have enough good tiles left, re-use them in either the kitchen or the bathroom. For the stairway to the second floor - keep it light and airy - maybe some wrought- iron spindles with wood handrail. It would suit the character of the red brick feature wall.

[@Diego_Leon]

Sounds Amazing!

[@paulharrison5658]

Hello from New Zealand. We look forward to your latest channel update which we get on a Monday. You are both so hard working and it is great to see the end result of your building and gardens. So much talent. The drone pictures are brilliant. God bless you both

[@motherpat9779]

Another hello from New Zealand. Love watching things take shape. Keep up the good work.

[@MILENASLAVA]

☀️Диего, вы чудесные мастера! Очень интересно видеть ваши раскопки старого дома. Удивлена, что нет подвала! Плитку жаль, что трудно её очистить от раствора цемента. Ещё удивлена, что полы прямо на глине!😀

[@carolinabustamante6651]

I admire how hard you two work. God Bless you always. Loving the new house project. ❤🎉

[@judithierino1377]

Yes I agree about the mask,the one thing I love about watching you is your so neat and tidy, to completely gutt the house and have a clean slate is fantastic,

[@Aotruba]

Great job, Joanna and Diego!❤ Such hard workers! I love watching historic building methods. Thank you for sharing such entertaining and long video! Take care! Can't wait to watch your next video👍🥰👍

[@Diego_Leon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chucknorrisbarbie3043]

I've never seen such a mish mash of materials used for one structure. Interesting so see what was used so many years ago. Diego, you've got your work cut out for you. But we all know how capable you are. Fun project to follow along.

[@sharon---whatwedoing1688]

Measure the thickness of the tile with the most cement attached, dig the floor to adjust for the thickness of that tile as to get a proper level for the new flooring, clean the edges of all the tiles with a grinder. Some parts in laying it down will require more thinset to cater for the different thickness of the tiles that has cement attached to it and you should be good to go. It will take a little longer but will be worth it.

[@SusanZiegler]

AMEN!!!

[@Diego_Leon]

THANK YOU!

[@sharon---whatwedoing1688]

@@Diego_Leon my pleasure

[@william6526]

The house has a lot of potential, but it's going to take a lot of work and money to fix it into a livable home. With your work ethics and you both are willing to do the hard work I have faith in you that this will be a beautiful home or apartment in a couple of years. It's going to be fun watching the transformation.

[@jaxadaisy]

Love watching you dismantle the property, so satisfying to see the end result. Looking forward to seeing the progress. Have a good week. ❤️❤️

[@neutonrenda2303]

Hard work, you make it look easy. Great to see it all cleared and ready for the next phase, I would also make the whole space double story. It doubles your floor space and gives you far more options. Looking forward to seeing your floor plan.👍

[@tonychef4008]

Well done guys, you are tireless, carry on like this and at 40 you will be parents ready to enjoy life and your children 🤗👍 a big hug from Brazil

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

I would work on those tiles with a small handheld grinder instead of a chisel. It might be slower, but I think it would be less damage.❤️🤗🐝

[@davidmurphy1653]

Fantastic teamwork as always ❤

[@juhaanttinen9031]

I admire Your great effort and skills! Greetings from Finland.

[@deehalpern8988]

The demolition duo. Great job!

[@Lovenature255]

So exciting!

[@jeb3415]

Everyone seems so enamored of the open floor plan I guess with windows on only one side of the downstairs it allows more light to flow through. I think open floor plan can make it more challenging to create comfortable nooks and quiet areas in a home. Architect and author Sarah Susanka has always been one of my favorite go to references for designing spaces for how we live.

[@sgrvtl7183]

open is the way to go! light Natural light!!

[@jamesbrennan5360]

Looks like your hard work has given you an excellent blank canvas to work with.

[@pattygray4318]

Casa de Leon. The tiles are going to take alot of work, maybe just use a few for a backsplash. I would put the kichen sink under the window to the right of the front door, then build a planter box on the outside of the window with some flowers.

[@obxjeepguy]

Amazing walls made from mud and straw! I wish I knew how old this place is!

[@deannamarie4149]

Somewhere out in the universe is a solution to reusing those tiles. I appreciate the fact that you stay with the building practices that are often thrown out. Thank You so much for these videos. The time that it takes to edit on top of the physical labor that are put in ...

[@shabida1]

Someone asked me, (do they know what they are doing) I replied … Trust the process this couple are experts in their field start following them subscribe to their channel She did !! I’m loving this !

[@justoneacre7873]

Put the tiles into a strong vinegar bath. The porcelain will not be damaged but the cement should become quite chalky.

[@taniadevilliers348]

It is exciting to see you start this project. I cannot wait to see what you do with it, Diego and Joanna, you are both so strong and fit, and incredibly hardworking. Great pity about the tiles, hopefully someone has advice for removing the backing. Save the broken tiles for mosaics on your patio at the other house?

[@xtender5]

It's kind of funny that that "washroom" counter was the strongest structure in the house so far. 😂

[@OnaRickel]

Oh yes another house toi Renovate,I vote for the name The Leons Villa 2024! Congratulations it will be just as beautiful as your other home 🏠

[@Diego_Leon]

😊😊

[@Cueman222]

Man, I felt bad when you could not clean the back of those tiles. Guess color cement floors will do just fine in my opinion. Many blessings Diego and Alana.

[@JohnnyConcrete67]

The floor tiles: put them outside for one strong winter and the cement freeses of. Did work with our tiles 😉

[@joseazoia1801]

Try soaking tiles in water first, then trying to breaking the cement mortar from the back of the tiles. Hope it works for you.

[@xtender5]

14:00 Ooooh! That was a tense moment given that that seems to be the only vertical load bearing support for the second floor aside from the outside walls. 😮

[@peterstaiff2211]

Diego, if you soak the tiles in a very mild acid bath for a couple days this should be enough to help loosen the cement.

[@utes.3652]

You are a wonderful team. It is a pleasure seeing you work together. Truly amazing. 🌟💐💚

[@poodlegirl55]

Every time we were tearing something out of our house a neighbor came over and said "and that's why you bought the house, because you loved it so much."😀😀

[@arianahoule7223]

How far is it from your home to the new house? Is the new house near your mom? You both work so fast. I bet you learned a lot from working on your first home. It will be great to see this new house when you are done. I love how there is a beautiful church at the end of your street. Also, your home is next to a church. There seems to be a sense of providence that brought you to these homes. Wishing everyone peace -filled and loving thoughts.

[@arleenfotiu6095]

Seems like you have a town house and a farm house. Can't wait to see what you do.

[@vulcanian]

Que trabajazo !!!Ánimo,seguro que quedara precioso.Las baldosas parecen de las de antes hidraúlicas,tendrán que explicarte como se saca el exceso de cemento sin romperlas.Enhorabuena !!

[@louisedeviller366]

I know this isn’t a look that you’re going for but perhaps you could use some of the broken original floor tiles as mosaic tiles in the kitchen or bathroom.

[@fabiennespocka9882]

Bonjour , il est toujours bon de prévoir un toilette au rez de chaussé , par exemple sous un escalier sur le mur du fond pour préserver l'espace , ou à proximité du "garage" , le "garage" peu éventuellement servir de celier voir de buanderie à défaut d'y mettre une voiture , une cuisine ouverte c'est une bonne idée avec un ilot central . En tout cas ça promet de belle vidéo et du travail , faite quand même attention à vous protéger et de ne pas trop manipulé des charges lourdes seul . Bon courage pour la suite ^_^^

[@sharondumont9048]

I’m so happy that you’re channel is growing 👍🏼😉🇨🇦❤️

[@lynnew5619]

It’s a shame about the tiles, but you win some, you lose some. Perhaps you could look into having some made for you? Don’t know if that would be very expensive. I hope you keep some of the old window fittings. That house really is very old. 👏👏❤

[@robbyrobyn1963]

Hello Diego, you are so close to 100k now. Great work. I hope you are there soon. You deserve it!

[@ritafoster4958]

It’s fascinating to watch the time go backwards as you take down these old walls and reveal how they were built. To me, demolition is just as exciting as building. Neat to see the mud and straw under the render and plaster. I just know that you and Joanna will make this old house beautiful again, Diego. Great progress so far! ❤️🇨🇦

[@gloriadavidson8599]

Such hard work with amazing results 👏👏👏👏👏 Can't wait to see what you come up with on the layout and design 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Love from the UK x

[@susanmiller6107]

This house is going to be beautiful.

[@AnaDias784]

Olá Diego,sou portuguesa, e fã do seu trabalho. Admiro bastante o seu esforço, a sua determinação e a maneira tão ativa de trabalhar. Um abraço sincero de uma portuguesa. Parabéns.

[@bonnienoriega3000]

Amazing progress as usual. Whatever you decide will be beautiful ❤

[@davidstoddard9160]

I am thinking there must be a solution of some kind that the tiles can soak in to make it possible to separate the tile from the clay and whatever is sticking to the bottom of the tiles.

[@sgrvtl7183]

neglected! for sure, but Diego & Joanna will make it beautiful‼ the tiles.... sometimes you have to 'let it go'‼

[@maolector]

For the tiles remember: WATER is the universal solvent...

[@user-gd4rl6kk7n]

Жду с нетерпением когда ваш новый дом преобразится.Удачи вам ребята❤

[@lfuentes4098]

I was hoping you could reuse or leave those tiles in place. They are very beautiful. Hopefully, someone can give you some good advice on how to save them. Thanks for the video!

[@debbyrennock8435]

Let that floor go. It's cement. Maybe stencil something on your new floor? It could be beautiful. 😊

[@sandrasparkes4501]

Love watching you both work so hard. It’s wonderful to see your process

[@ellebelle8515]

Super couple with determination and a vision for all you do.

[@johnshaw4140]

Well done you two , very hard work but do it while you are young

[@olivierquaderi8766]

La motivation et votre courage sont impressionnant, bravo à vous deux

[@carolynoquinn4573]

What a ton of work!

[@nanidehari8433]

Hola Diego, como cada domingo esperando tus vídeos. Desde el principio os veo cada domingo y admiro la voluntad que tenéis , el esfuerzo y empeño. Dentro de poco nos compraremos una casa en Galicia España y seguramente tendremos que hacer obras. Hemos aprendido de vosotros y esperamos poner en marcha algunas de ellas. Este proyecto nuevo seguro que será chulo. Si en un futuro se convierte en un alquiler vacacional, espero algún día poder disfrutarlo... Un saludo y seguir ....Nani desde Barcelona . Ánimo!!!!