BELOVED, Pray For Me,

[@dander0091]

One trick I learned this year is to also run butyl tape across tops of stringers to keep moisture from getting between your decking and the stringers and getting trapped there and rotting

[@ryanduckering]

Doesn't work. Stop repeating this myth. It's inferior building practice and has the opposite intended effect.

[@StandardLand]

Somewhere there is an electrician upset that you tossed the scrap flashing on the ground as trash 😂

[@robertbailey8444]

As soon as I saw that l knew there is an angry electrician sitting on the edge of his seat ready to pounce on Cody. Probably an east coast sparker

[@Brian-rj5rl]

And he did that with a trash can 20ft away, what a power move!

[@MountainManPrep]

😂😂😂

[@slider30189]

A barefoot will pick that up later.

[@phillims1]

Always a pleasure. I for one appreciate the “real” world view of how much to expect to get done. KZbin is full of overly edited, make you feel inadequate, 30 minute videos of guys getting a week’s worth of work done… I like some realism.

[@emelle1283]

It took me a month just to build a firewood shed.

[@clinthowe7629]

Guys and gals, yes, I know what you mean, even though I like ambition strikes it’s a little that way.

[@richiebraz]

I love this style of filming, it helps me unwind and relax. Keep them coming!

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you! Will do!

[@jlm08742]

When you install the square cut ends, router them to match the factory profile. Also, should put rubber flashing on top of joists. Serves two purposes, protects joists from water rotting them and also provides a bit of camo looking from above to not see the joists. Nice cabin, I've always dreamed of one for retirement but now I'm fully set on the barndominium!!

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you for the tip, I will do this, can you recommend a product?

[@jlm08742]

@wranglerstar Gracie Vycor comes in a 3 or 6" width for window flashing and we'll just cut into strips for the thinner joists. Also, take that blocking and pitch it slightly down towards the cabin and it'll let water run off. The blocking is thick enough that you'll still have enough nailer even tilted.

[@jlm08742]

Wrap the blocking before you install it too, sorry a lot of details I've gotten in my head!!!

[@KingFinkyStingers]

@@jlm08742sounds like experience 😎🙌🏼

[@Zack-Hates-Youtube]

Cody I received my shirt recently and it is very high quality like you mentioned. I was also very pleased to find a special surprise inside the bag that I almost threw away! Proho patch is on my edc backpack and the wranglerstar sticker is either going on my live sound mic case or on my video production pelican case

[@Strngbd]

Most of us just enjoy watching you live the life we wish we had. Small plot of land, and the time and resources to learn and build things. Keep making these awesome videos.

[@gearheadted5110]

The Picture Frame style gives it an extra touch of quality. You will be happy to see it every time you step onto that porch for many years to come. The temporary plywood decking can be a protective covering during construction. Happy VidCon. Cheers.

[@sixpotshot]

Never worry about negative comments. If some / few people don't appreciate your posts then can always switch off and watch whatever - their problem: never make it yours. Thank you for posting! I have just finished an exterior door's architrave all done from scratch based on rough sawn lumber: 3 days in and it will require an extra few hours (4th day). of tweaking so that I am finally satisfied with it... built with time and patience and a source of pleasure ☘

[@jamesshields1969]

That cabin is just beautiful Cody, I’m happy for you and all that tender love and care you’re putting into making that just as perfect as you are able to is something that the family will appreciate for forever

[@DrAskildsen]

Nothing to say about the content, its superb filming with the slow sliding corners film takes and have a safe trip to LA. I see a significant improvement in filming as always and keep up the good work ;) Much Love

[@paulnelson6577]

If you run your boards wild, you can come back with a track saw and cut the boards to fit the picture frame. You can use a round over bit on the ends to make a nice smooth finish for your feet. Also corner edge fastening lets the wood shine and no popped screws as the wood dries.

[@chrisblanton1087]

Love the piloting of the holes before putting the screws in.

[@adventureswithbrad1031]

Such a blessing to be able to take your time with a job and do it right! I really enjoyed this video. Thank you!!

[@justinuriahphoto]

A video I would like to see you make would be about how KZbin (content creation) has changed your life. As a content creator myself, I am working hard to get to the point where I can provide for my family through the work I do on KZbin. I just recently passed 100k subscribers and was finally monetized. The road ahead still seems far away.

[@balazsszabo4859]

I don't understand people who complain about the amount of work is done. This man explaining what he is doing and why. This way everyone who is not proficient in this kind of work can understand it and god help maybe learn something. I really appreciate this kind of videos and enjoy it. Thank you.

[@carmfully]

Beautiful work, proho! One literally "magic" thing I've discovered over the years is called copper naphthenate if you're really looking to preserve end cut wood of any kind for many many years. Highly recommend it for situations like you have with the perimeter plywood end cuts where flashing alone will tend to only draw water under by capillary action and trapping it. Copper naphthenate is widely used in the utility pole and commercial fence post industries.

[@moobcars6490]

Love from Sweden! When I build decks like this I usually put the boards first and then the border. That way I can put the deck down and then take my track saw to cut the deck straight. Then the transition from border to deck looks better in my opinion!

[@SlimNubster]

Beautiful..... Just beautiful. The cabin, the music, the lanscape, the education. This suburban dweller longs for gor this lifestyle, hopefully sooner than later.

[@matthew-182]

Take your time, this is the kind of content i subscribed for

[@TokyoCraftsman]

That looks good Cody! I like to put flashing tape on top of my floor joists on a deck, which makes them much more rot-resistant.

[@FesJenkins]

💯

[@ictv71]

I appreciate your attention to detail and varied content. Watching your videos brings me solace in this crazy world of device content. I see you walking the property and tending to your forest or cutting one board at a time and it makes me long for the simple but meaningful life. Keep up the great content and share your thoughts, concerns and desires!

[@daveknott4563]

You are doing an amazing job taking time recording and editing any material. Please continue and share with us. We enjoy

[@Buffy-88]

Great job enjoy watching your build from 🇦🇺

[@tylerchambers5879]

You should definitely put another joist under the PT backing you put in. That will prevent any sagging or flexing where your 20’ deck boards butt against your boarder. I really enjoying watching your cozy cabin build. Looking great!👍🏻

[@Dustweaver]

It is good to see the entire process like this. The highly edited content out there can give a false impression about how long it takes to do things properly. Thank you for the good, quality content, and God bless.

[@kylefortman8039]

Loved the technique of hand-turning the drill to get the screw below flush.

[@vladio123]

I'm going to incorporate that. So much care goes into his movements.

[@johnbrown2030]

​@@crapiecornthose m12 Milwaukee's are definitely not underpowered. I have the same ones. He 100% did it like that on purpose

[@MarkpaulLewis-gx5iv]

I can rem pealing the logs on my parents log cabin..not one log was pre cut..nice work cody

[@mattbolton8230]

Mitre right on the knot with 12” of overhang board still left

[@jamesoncross7494]

Plastic decking is HOT when in the sun. As a carpenter, I think cedar is the best if you aren't going to beat on your deck like have tons of stones on your shoes and such. It is naturally rot-resistant, lightweight, and not very dense, so it doesn't hold in the heat. Just my 2 cents, which is probably all it is worth.

[@wranglerstar]

Great point!

[@davidperalta5280]

Can't stand Trex, and all of the other recycled plastic decking. My current deck is Cumaru. Hard as hell, dense, will out live me, beautiful color, barefoot surface, and a class a fire rating. Ipe and other Brazilian hardwoods are similar in quality.

[@jayzdialysisstrong8300]

​@wranglerstar love the Old school Champion Auto Parts shirt!!!

[@idhatemet00]

@@davidperalta5280 All those ironwoods are the best choice for decking, dense as all hell. just super pricey. If anyone reading this is considering doing a DIY deck with any type of ironwood i.e. Ipe, Cumaru, etc please wear a respirator. The dust particles from most ironwoods can be toxic and at very least can cause a negative respiratory reaction. That said the fact that they have a Class A fire rating (aka the same as concrete and steel) speaks for itself in terms of longevity.

[@darrenivey1452]

Beautiful work!

[@mattchuning4028]

I love the content! always a pleasure watching. I couldnt help but notice how you snuck that support for the picture frame in at the end. I knew you did not install it before the flashing. but it looks great!

[@dtoad48]

Always mark your spacer with the side your are using.

[@calvinantion]

I build decks for a living in Nova Scotia (as about as far east as you can get haha) that cedar looks awesome to work with. We install a lot of composite decking and it does not give me the “fizz” Nice miter’s by the way. 👌🏼

[@Ps2352]

There is a jig similar to the Kreg’s. It allows you to space the boards while hiding the screws! Brilliant

[@buildawall1665]

I have usually done the frame after the deck boards. I can then use the track saw to cut the deck boards perfectly.

[@dylandewd5356]

Run all deck boards a litlle wild, then come back with track saw to clean it up. Then border it. Leaves you with perfect gapping. You're welcome.

[@ubermike412pgh9]

I love the fact that you show all of your work. Don’t change a thing because of what people say! They are just jealous of you. ❤️🙏❤️

[@srlsolutionsself-reliancet3247]

i like the relaxing music you used..... a nice use of a beefy baby light stand for your miter saw helper :)

[@BuckBreaker]

The people complaining about "only" getting X amount of work done have never swung a hammer, cut a board, or drilled a hole in their life.

[@davidlmatteson]

Tell me about it. My wife watches hgtv and really thinks whole home reno's take 30 days.

[@DylanPipher]

But uses a square to make a cut on a miter saw . While framing and that

[@bigamigo4863]

I do....I pray you get the help and medication you need my man.

[@Jib230181]

Beautiful work so far. Love it a lot.

[@brentfleming1756]

Whenever I see your side-by-side I have a chuckle because, to me, the rims look like the WS logo. That’s some true style!

[@MarkoMygun]

Looks great Cody,can't wait to see the railing up. Thanks for the video 👋

[@Thewindwhispers.]

I woke up this morning in northern arizona, chino valley, to the smell of the hot wet pines all around, reminded me exactly of my yesr in washington, almost brought me to tears...

[@pati8142]

Love watching your content, it’s good for the soul…

[@MrJlaurentgg]

Love it! What a great work station setup!

[@mdbrenna]

Love your work. Have you seen the tape that goes on top of deck stringers? Design for water protection, seems pretty neat. Thank you for this series, I love it.

[@ShinjitsuKK]

Cody is looking fitter and healthier in each video. Go you Mrs W 😜❤👍👍

[@AR-1996]

we drill holes through the corners of the miters and glue dowels in to keep them level and strong instead of screw or nails

[@michaelschaber1948]

You are a top mate brother God bless you and keep you safe

[@brianlopez8855]

Lovely materials to work with, such good quality timber. May be get yourself a couple of long wood clamps ?

[@Shane_O]

You’ve earned the right to take as long as you like to do whatever you like. Good for you I say. Also I like the slow pace makes me feel better about the pace I work 😊

[@mountainstatematt271]

I don’t know if it matters, but you can lay your center deck boards down first, then use your track saw to cut off the ends and lay in your picture frame after. It makes it pretty nice.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Cody your Craftmanship is Outstanding. Absolutely stunning. Great Job my friend.

[@timvander9641]

It's also nice to have videos that are a little slower so than your mind can relax

[@robertm9848]

You don't want aluminum flashing in contact with any pressure treated lumber including the top of your posts. It will cause the aluminum to corrode and bleed onto your wood.

[@silentfletcher2472]

The importance of proper posture while operating a motorized hand drill cannot be overstated, what a display. 👏

[@mattrichards9300]

Love the music you have using for the build videos!

[@traveller9625]

If I could work where you are in all that beautiful scenery it would take me much longer.

[@gentryminnick3514]

Love your work, watching the channel. I'd use joist/rim joist flashing on everything. (Flashing roll) It's a cheap way to extend the life of deck. Cheers!

[@jlmitchell1135]

Some of us ladies enjoy you prescision of work I woodworked with some disabled men on a program making toys,doll houses,rocking horses,cupboards,repairing,draws for elderly people in unit homes simple things,I went to our local school took a woodwork class in the evenings to learn how to use a router,drills power saws,no funding for this equipment,bought my own,we had a workshop in one town with an instructor 2days 2 days in back of a health center first project was to construct a work bench we bought to our health center and put together before that we had a kitchen table the men were satisfied we could use without worring about any damage the program lasted 6 years.thats why I enjoy watching you build we could only work with pine and plywood. WATCHING FROM AUSTRALIA

[@TomMetcalfeMT]

Could also use deck tape over that plywood but the metal flashing is a proho touch.

[@TezBags]

Cody I must have been watching you for 10 years, I must say you are aging like a fine wine! I take inspiration from you by slowing down taking your time and doing things right. More than anything I appreciate your faith in the Lord. God bless you and your family. 🙏

[@LiveFreeOrRIP]

you are building on one of the coolest things a man can own.. There is NO RUSH here sir. The out sider channel did an amazing cabin and it took him a good long time to get it done. But the out come is BREATH TAKING. The front door alone was a 2 or 3 part video. Love your hard work brother.

[@limjahey1234]

Hello cody. I just want you to know that i've been watching your channel since I was a boy. I'm now twenty-eight years old. My mom passed away when I was sixteen, my dad when I was twenty-four. I just want you to know that I've always learned and felt welcome from watching your videos. when I feel stranded as a man, I always know that I have a community That brings me closer to god!!!! From a loyal subscriber out of northern california, Thank you for doing God's work!!!! Thank you for bringing strong men together!!!! I'll keep you and your family and my prayers!!!!

[@davidrox4591]

🤠✌

[@garycoloradosprings3947]

PROhO, prayer for your upcoming trip to CA. Mercy sakes!

[@stevemilcoffmilcoff4655]

Good to see you Cody

[@LoneStarLiving]

The level of care and quality of work you put into things is amazing. Definitely proho and not some fly by night contractor work!

[@jlautomotive6349]

Watching you build things is therapeutic to say the least!!

[@tonycosta3302]

I haven’t seen flashing on a deck like that, but we recently had ours done and they covered the top of the joists with sticky flashing tape. Keeping the water off the top of them seems to eliminate most of the rot issues.

[@aarcusisloading9991]

Stay safe see you next video looking amazing.

[@Halfstep2024]

It truly amazes me watching him build anything. Just like cutting that backing board and making it fit snug where it literally friction fits.. and he does it quickly. We have seen it unedited before! Dude if I tried that I’d spend like 20 minutes measuring and still completely biff the cuts up and it either wouldn’t fit period or it would be too loose to use. 😂

[@BretteCaldwell]

Could you do a video about your truck camper? The cabin is looking excellent!

[@dasweiner8922]

Cody, you should install your picture frame last. Run your boards long, tracksaw your final cut clean.

[@jasonjohnson6344]

Your flashing should have included a “drip-edge” in several different locations around your building and deck. I would always use hemmed, drip edges. Much stronger, less chance of destruction and the rounded edges virtually eliminate any chance of someone getting cut in the future. Your flat flashing will just allow water to run down it and onto the wood. Not so good. Even sealers, stains or paint will be affected in the long run. You can get some drip edge flashing made by a local sheet metal shop. Matching color/material as your existing flashing will extend the life of all your exterior wood and minimize upkeep and maintenance. Fantastic cabin, coming along nicely. 👏🙏✌️

[@Nick-gi6ym]

You are a pro with that aluminum floor trim. Thanx

[@KuzConstrution]

Up here in the Pacific Northwest, I would recommend putting some sort of membrane on joist of the deck just to protect it from rot. Out here even treated stuff rots away. But basically the membrane would stop the water from sitting on the wood over the years

[@alexpanagiotidis1811]

I like this I’ve done something like that for garden walkways looks cleaner than end grain and where you walk I put aluminium edge to protect it 🙏

[@andyyarnell7579]

taking your time is the best way to spend your time. keep up the good work. God bless.

[@josephkerley363]

That beautiful cedar would look really fine if screwed from underneath.

[@dennik8374]

its kinda funny how you used a impact driver to drill your holes and a drill to screw in the screws

[@Subsilent00]

To see quality is outstanding. To smell air quality in a forest after a rainstorm is even better! Time and Patience are the greatest warriors!

[@deana.tipolt1997]

I'm a Carpenter by trade and a General Contractor. On all your joists you should add some sort of a deck joist tape to protect the tops of the joists. I tend to use some sort of a thicker tar tape used in window flashing and cover the top of the wood and drape over the edges. (for a 1.5" joist i would cut the tape around 3"). What this does is when you put your decking on top of it, with proper spacing, it makes the top of the joists appear black. this helps make the end product looks nicer as well as help not only protect the surface of the wood but help seal the screw holes of the decking. PLEASE READ!!!

[@deana.tipolt1997]

Secondary thought and suggestion I think you would like! For the boards inside the picture frame add the same round over, with a router, as the side lengths of your decking to the cut ends that die into your border (I believe the round-over should be 1/4" or 3/8"). It will take the deck to another level! I also appreciate the consistency of screw spacing throughout. You can have beautiful miters, decking material, and even hidden screw heads with plugs but screw spacing is very important for a quality deck's finish look.

[@wranglerstar]

Got it, I'll have to get a router bit,

[@nathandavies1271]

Great idea. It was common practice I Australia for years to use a lose plastic damp course flashing on joists and it was a disaster as the water would sit underneath the flashing and rot the joists even faster. A tar or similar flashing tape works much better

[@ryanduckering]

Nah, that's one of those bullshit building myths that sounds logical but is actually inferior building practice. Water gets under the tape and sits. When enough water is on a deck to be of concern; thin tape on top of the wood doesn't keep it dry, it just lengthens the drying time. If the tape was like 300mm wide and went halfway down the joint and you somehow avoided penetrations in it with screws/nails, it might work. Otherwise, no. Don't use tape on your deck. Waste of time and doesn't benefit you. Use tar paint if you're that concerned.

[@Moneres]

Thank you from Denmark 🙂

[@TSGEnt]

Cutting mitres always make me measure 5 times and cut once. I'm watching this at 11:30a and it's 94 here in central texas. I'm in the middle of staining my tool shed. I look at the weather up where you are and think, perhaps I should move there so I don't melt when working outside. Nice cabin btw. Been watching the build.

[@outfitr9703]

Biscuit and glue the miters. Instead of that backer, maybe an extra joist near the end, I think it would be stronger.

[@BarryHull]

Cody, it's 97 degrees and humid here in South Carolina, so I think I'll be lazy and watch you work. Thumbs up my friend.

[@AIAllar]

If you have one, use a screw impact driver to drive in long wood screws. If you don't have one, get one. Makes things a million times simpler. Especially in odd angles.

[@coolblue61lol]

They sell a special tape for the tops of deck joists to help with water resistance, id consider using it on your blocking at 2:17 since you didn't slope it to allow runoff

[@billwoehl3051]

Looking great, but, missing something, oh yeah, it's missing some "hand forged by Cody" ironwork. Add a cool look and a personalized touch to boot. From door handles, door knockers, to curtain rods, possibilities are endless. Fire up that forge and let that anvil ring Cody.

[@wezross]

Once complete, would be great to get a cost breakdown. I am interested in building something like this.

[@drewgillett406]

id love to see what your edc is while in LA. A man like you is always prepared for any scenario and lord knows you can bump into anything in LA

[@OGsDangerShow]

He can travel legally with his Glock 19x while using ten round magazines. Flying with a gun is easy. Maybe he can’t carry on the streets there, but having a 10 round G19x on the hotel nightstand makes me feel a lot better in places like that. -Retired CA cop

[@talljohn5350]

Proper work takes time. Especially when it’s not something you do everyday

[@C-Young.]

I've always been a "good enough" carpenter. Or some may say "a framing carpenter, not a finish carpenter." But after watching this gentleman's work, i have started paying attention to the fine details regardless if they will be seen. It might take longer, but in the end you have something to be proud of. Take pride in your work fellas 💪

[@wyomingoutdoors]

One summer during my college years (1991, 1992) I shaved logs (hand lathe) and helped piece together these custom cabin kits (Meadowlark) in Cheyenne, WY. This was my most physically tasking job I ever worked. I worked lots of construction & roofing to pay my way through college. Good to see they are still around.

[@spkay31]

Nice cedar decking. I love cedar, smell and the durability. But I must say I can live with my Trex decking that is holding up great after 25+ years. Not as nice as the cedar but no maintenance and liking that more as I get older!

[@mattsquaaaared]

I'd watch you drill holes and align boards all day brother. Heck if you make a members-only cement mixing stream I'd join the membership in a heartbeat

[@mikeddarren]

A happy man at his work ..mike Scotland