How I Built A DIY Luxury Butler’s Pantry Full Build

[@danawhite9823]

I got to the 0:43 mark where this guy started destroying a perfectly good door that could've been reused, then I realized I wouldn't trust any decision he made from here on out.

[@jakemakesstuff3973]

Haha I did think the same, but then remembered his hatred for that door always knocking into the garage door. SO I just chalked it down to releasing a lot of pent up anger on something that was an annoyance and carried on with the rest of the video :)

[@CALredhead]

Good idea & nice job. But as someone who's renovated 5 homes of my own over the years. WHY in God's name would you just destroy the door instead of just removing it w/or w/o the frame & donating it to Habitat (for Humaity) reStore? I understand you wanted an interesting shot - but that segment just came off as wasteful & unnecessary.

[@sprainedankle8547]

Agreed

[@MWAWoodworks]

Me thinking I could just unscrew the door hinges to remove the door when this is clearly more fun 😂

[@DNV75]

MWA, I was screaming that same thing lol

[@shinigamilee5915]

Hinges are like gravity. They don't exist.

[@artemfilippov7023]

doors are like 100-300 bucks as well

[@donnawalker3910]

Didn't need to destroy that door, should have donated it to Habitat for Humanity or put it on the curb for someone who needs it to pick up. And seeing all the comments about how you compromised the integrity of your house...

[@m3rkaba86]

First thing I said

[@viepng]

Exactly what i was thinking

[@Wolfie20248]

Yeah but breaking stuff is hell of alot more funnier

[@Vele1267]

Oh brother it's his damn door, everyone does not have to think charity in everything they do.

[@To-Lo77]

@vele1267 exactly! Same as I was thinking. More important things going on throughout the ordeal of the build. Lol. Always someone to put on their cape and "saY the day" 🦸‍♂️.

[@wilmermollfulleda7440]

OSB on interior walls and the garage are clear signs of sheer walls and you just sawed right through them!! If you ever sell make sure you delete the video. Nice job though I admire your drive.

[@fr8dogpilot]

yep.... he is not very bright

[@2wise4u2]

I watched him destroy a perfectly good door then remove studs in a load bearing wall and ran to the comments and you guys didn’t disappoint!

[@bonnierodger7719]

Excellent channel, pantry and fatherhood. Beautiful family. God bless.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much. New video coming next week or so

[@CreampieSamuri]

Oh god this is not good. You removed so much support for your second floor, and that 2x8 header and single jack studs are not cut out for that much load. I know you claim everything is up to code in this video, but my, and clearly other professionals with experience in this world can see that this is a mess of a job, and your second floor is now compromised. All for a pantry.

[@firedude5135]

Really disappointed right off the bat. That door could have been donated. That stunt was pointless.

[@Jkcreswell]

Same here. Anything I don't need, I always donate it.

[@kazolar]

was thinking the same, when we've done remodels, whatever that could be removed and donated, we did, even if it takes more effort to remove things to save it

[@gamingwithmaxbee9421]

Ik

[@R2D2arthurge]

I learned this the hard way, no matter how you do it, Spray paint particles fly around the area, 5- 10 feet, i suggest buy 29 dollars worth of cheap looking plastic rolls, and isolate the whole area by creating a 10x10x10 ( or as needed ) plastic room and then paint, wear a mask. Leave it resting for 30 min or so after your are done so all particles are on the ground

[@scott32570]

That 2x8 header is to small if you had a load that required 5 2x4, and why did you remove the two 2x4 that supported the end of the beam? You went from 5 2x4 supporting the upper floor to only 3, even below the new header is 5 going to now 4. But still lost the support of the two above since you removed them. It was engineered to need that support and you took it away not smart at all.

[@Aplldh]

Need at least 2 more. If it requires 5, you should put back 5.

[@gelerson1642]

I was just coming to write something like this. Rule of thumb, replace with equal or greater strength. There was plenty of room to use the proper number of studs and to provide the same level of support that he removed. It's far less expensive to buy and install more support than you need than it is to repair potential damage AND THEN install the support you need.

[@CadiGrilzz]

I thought the same thing. I am not sure what it was supporting but 5 studs coupled with OSB would have made me stop and figure out what's going on. I'm sure that the stud pack goes through all the way to the basement floor.

[@onepoket]

This is part of the problem with these types of videos. People look at the work and product and think "oh great, I can do that" and then their stairs sag or some other structural problem occurs down the line. There are plenty of load calculating tools on the internet or as a last resort you could call your building inspectors and ask them, some can be helpful.

[@brendancurtin679]

True, but at least he put a glass door there. So, ya know, that won’t shatter if there’s any sag from inadequate structural support.

[@Salmomlox]

I love how it turned out. Great job. Thanks for sharing how it was done. Your son is amazing and has great lifting techniques. Kudos for teaching your son.

[@madstork91]

What you cut out with the sawzall is called a stud pack. It didn't look to be holding up your staircase stringer. It looked to be continuous to above the stairs. They sometimes nail the stringer to a studpack like that from the side, but it isn't commonly the supporting member for a stringer. A studpack is typically running higher to support something like a beam, either in the flooring supporting a wall above it, or to a beam in the second floor to support a wall/bracing. You can typically find out by looking to see if there is a wall above the second floor, but that isn't a guarantee. The header, which is now supporting this studpack, needs to be properly sized to support said studpack. Commonly, in construction, a cut down piece of OSB is placed between a double header to furr it out to the width of a 2x4. I am unsure if you were aware of any of this, and a viewer might not be and need to pay attention to it.

[@TooLazyToFail]

SimpliSafe is a great sponsor, and I'm happy to comment whenever I see them on a video. 10-20 years ago if you wanted an alarm system you had to pay someone local to come run wires all over your home or business. It cost an awful lot of money! We've been super happy with SimpliSafe in our apartments and now our house. The support has been great and all the hardware has been super reliable. That $550 door that you STILL had to assemble yourself? Man, I dunno. It's a cool door, but... woof, that looked like some work. That pantry turned out 10x better than what you started with! Great job!

[@Stacia-ep9vr]

Wearing safety glasses and using a stick guide with a saw are 2 of the best lessons you can teach your son. Nice family project!

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

Nice... looks modern fancy :) I build drawers almost the same way. The only thing I do different is I put pocket holes on both the fronts AND backs of the drawers VS the side like you did. That way the drawer face fronts cover the pocket holes & you do not have any exposed screws. Except the ones for the drawer slides. The pocket holes on the back of the drawer will be facing you when assembling everything, so when it's finished, you wont ever see them. I hope that makes sense. Love the way it came out & that cutting board niche was perfect there 👌🏻

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much every time I build a cabinet I learn more and more. Cabinets are tough to build. Thanks for the comment and watching ❤️❤️

[@amm9291]

Fantastic job. Thanks for sharing the entire project and tools.

[@mariastellamelendez8670]

Wow it’s gorgeous. Great job. It was nice watching the whole family help.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much. More videos coming soon

[@SusanneGuzman-oi3yc]

Wow, WHY would you DESTROY a perfectly good door? 🤦🏼‍♀️I have never seen such a STRANGE set up? That’s CRAZY - who designed that house???🤨 Thanks for sharing👍🏻

[@coffeyvideoproductions7767]

I've noticed that almost all the renovation videos and shows demolish everything old. Nothing goes to Goodwill or Habitat.

[@Susmail-h7i]

@@coffeyvideoproductions7767 Habitat for humanity is a great resource.

[@__toast___]

Probably for fun tbh

[@Mel-fe8db]

Wish I had someone to be able to build as he does around my home to finish up projects that was started prior to husbands cancer All looks great

[@ArshiyaDevine]

I appreciated the content and the construction of your pantry. It was particularly heartwarming to see it as a family endeavor, truly embodying the spirit of: 'Teamwork makes the dream work.' I've subscribed to your channel. Wishing your family continued blessings.

[@carasather2717]

It has osb because it's a load bearing wall

[@oliphauntsneverlie6227]

Most likely a shear wall.

[@jakemakesstuff3973]

Great job mate, My wife suddenly started showing way more of an interest when you went topless, funny that. Very talented man and seems like you are a fantastic father too showing your son the tricks of the trade :)

[@cryptorylen9367]

Really good job on the final project and incorporating family into the process. Justy a word of caution, I'm not too sure how code complient that wall would be from removing all those support beams. Keep doing your videos. Its great motivation, brother. 👍

[@neilfishingcamp]

Ngl, this is the only motivation I have on having kids. To have someone to work with at my home projects.

[@dennissmithjr.5370]

Nice job, looks very professional.

[@CulinaryMisfits]

You're such a stud! Remodel looks amazing

[@olivares1989ful]

Awesome!! Do a double dog kennel under the rest of the staircase. It’s usually square footage you lose cus it’s sealed up. 🎉

[@buildersblueprint]

@@olivares1989ful we are seriously debating that that may be a future video.

[@blessingsoutlaw]

@@buildersblueprint Excellent idea!!! 🦴🐶

[@pixelwarden-2]

@@buildersblueprint that would be cool

[@johnstup4479]

Well, now we know what those six panel doors are made of. The build turned out great!

[@buildersblueprint]

That door 😂😂😂 thanks for watching ❤️❤️🤙🤙🤙

[@EilandMeisje85]

As a DIYer myself. I took one look at what he was removing and shook my head. Something can look good but it doesn’t make it good. But as I say, it’s not my house so good job, looks great.

[@AndrewCSmith529]

WOW, what a transformation. That was a great project to watch. I especially liked the glass door! 👍

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much. More videos coming soon ❤️✌️

[@tonyawilliamson1617]

I would like to know more about how you build cabinets. Measurements, drawers, drawer glides, hinges etc..etc.

[@zachtutor7998]

Dude, you've got talent

[@buildersblueprint]

@@zachtutor7998 thanks man. We’re almost finished building a tiny home on wheels and will be posting the full video in the next week or so.

[@gladitsnotme]

Kids, don't punch through your walls WITH THE ELECTRICITY ON. You can easily be electrocuted to death when the hammer smashes into the live wires.

[@jessiestienstra6350]

Unlikely

[@jaxithfox]

Hammers can't smash thru wires.

[@allahbole]

To be honest I was almost rooting for that at times

[@bayoumeme7743]

Looks beautiful

[@hedgefund996]

Awesome Video Guys, Congratulations On The New Found Space. 👏

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much. New video dropping this week

[@yourpcmd]

I'm thinking as a remodeler, take the old door out with the casing and use it on the other side to save money.

[@A_Class216]

One thing I learned about doing drywall is you DEFINITELY want to prefill those seems. Then tape and mud. It makes the seems more sturdy.

[@buildersblueprint]

@@A_Class216 yeah I also realized that conclusion that doing sheet rock just sucks lol. Thanks for watching more videos coming soon. ❤️

[@jaydee5447]

Exceptionally well done

[@StellaPurple]

it's beautiful! i wish i have something like this!

[@SabineCedor]

So fascinating. Enjoy watching this one!

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you I’m glad you liked it more videos coming soon ❤️

[@ComteSt.Germain]

Very Nicely done! Keep up the great work.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much new video coming next week 🤙

[@oioioioioioioioio]

Demolition was dumb. Could have donated or give away door… cut dry wall out instead of punching holes to not make a mess/excess dust

[@sunny-everyday]

So much work just to relocate a door. 😅

[@Crumpman]

Or he could have done it the way he did! I wouldn't have done it his way, but he was having fun with his kid so...

[@susangriffith7546]

Maybe fun! I like demolition

[@josephhopkins5250]

Your opinion is dumb !!😢 he can do it however he wants to

[@krisguyton05]

Lmao, I was like why didn’t he just pop the hinges off and sell the door?

[@patriciajones1623]

He destroyed so many things that could have been reused! I see so much that should have been done different, I had to edit twice, then just gave up. Great idea, more research & education in building is a GOOD THING!! 😘🤗💜☮️

[@ericmichaud3331]

Love seeing your family help with your project! I do the same and it’s great to see!!

[@JohnnyRoads]

Awesome video, but a strong gust of wind is going to knock your house down now

[@sergeantseven4240]

Removed 5 studs and replaced them with 3 jack studs. Brilliant!

[@DNV75]

Sir, this is the first time I'm viewing your channel. I'm really enjoying it. My only complaint is, Never feel you have to explain spending time with your son. I loved seeing him working with you.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for the support. I’m glad you’re enjoying our channel. My son and I love working together and I agree sometimes I ramble and over narrate my videos lol. Many more videos coming in the near future thanks again. ❤️

[@zachpel1923]

I work in the industry and he did a pretty good job. Better than most diy KZbinrs. My couple grips though. 1 sand the drywall before you put new floor down, it keeps it much cleaner. 2 the panel of the shaker door should float because of wood expansion during the seasons, the top and bottom should have tougnes that fit in the side groves, that holds it together better

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks I really appreciate this comment. I completely agree with drywall. I’m still learning and doing the best. I can more videos coming soon. 🤙❤️❤️

[@annmatthews68]

Those are your only gripes, and you’re “in the industry”? That’s a whole different issue. Lol

[@zachpel1923]

@@annmatthews68 I am giving slack because of being part of the DIY community. Also trying to spread positivity and at least the section I am in is so overbooked that there is no time to do smaller projects like this

[@gabriellephillips6626]

This looks beautiful! Really nice job 👏🏼

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️

[@Mainbusfail]

Your project came out beautifully!! I am going to do the same exact thing here at my house. Cant wait for all the fun to begin

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you so much more videos coming soon and good luck on your project ❤️❤️

[@CharleneFerguson-wg9mx]

nicer than some people bathrooms and it's a pantry

[@yalenatalley5809]

Great job!

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks!❤️

[@mobiletroy001]

5:08 the bump out where the media/network cabinet was, probably had another purpose. There were extra studs there for a reason. Probably support for the stairs.

[@rockstrongo88D]

Looks great! What kind of plywood did you use for the cabinets?

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks we used 3/4 red oak plywood

[@tiadrumgold4702]

Awesome design!

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️

[@jamesmco]

take a drink every time he says "my wife wanted"

[@dotcorbeil6266]

Habitat for Humanity: It's a tax right off. Learn about it. Second, your stairs will sag. The post you removed was bulky because of weight load. Your framing to replace it was basic, too basic to replace the weight load. At some point, all that nice stuff you bought will crack because your second floor will begin to sit on it. Meaning that glass will brake.

[@MrSaltydevildog]

Did you bury that Electrical Box above the door? Turned out perfect.

[@sandygentry8455]

That’s what I was thinking

[@norrismj1061]

Hafta admit I check out vids like this for future inspiration should the need arise. So I watch the intro and then the end and might check back to earlier if there is a detail I see for which I want more detail. So, I did not see him bury a junction box. Ist verboten in Ontario, Kanuckistan. But, an accessible box somewhere on the inside where it is less visible might pass inspection. He got a permit and inspection right?

[@mkzenthusiasts]

On a more serious note The junction box that you placed in the upper right hand corner of that glass door so that you could extend the switches over you buried it behind the wall You're supposed to put a access panel unless of course that access panel ended up in the pantry??

[@JMB-o3k]

I just found your channel and after watching this video, I watched the porch, gym and shed build. Do you have any plans for more diy projects in your home?

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much really appreciate it. We do have more plans and have already started working on the next video. Anything you would like to see?

[@JMB-o3k]

@@buildersblueprint I still rent, but I love diy and home renovations. Any work you do on your home or property is great.

[@HomelessAdventuresHD]

Awesome bro I got me a jackery 300 plus battery pack now! Now all I need is the solar panel for it

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks bro. The jackerys are nice to have

[@HomelessAdventuresHD]

@@buildersblueprint yeah if u got a spare solar panel for it lmk I'm going full off the grid using your videos to make my own house

[@seanavery7265]

I hope you are both OK from the horricane. Love from England. ❤

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we did get a little bit of damage but we are OK. ❤️❤️

[@seanavery7265]

@@buildersblueprint thank god your OK.

[@jacquelinemorales-steffes3262]

Great Job!!!!!!

[@rustyshackleford1197]

Did you bury that junction box in the wall above the door? If so that’s a code/fire issue. Considering adding a blank cover over it instead.

[@Sarah-rd1qy]

That pantry is beautiful, and you are amazing! God bless.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you so much more videos coming soon. God bless. ❤️❤️

[@jeffreyknotts4148]

Gorgeous! Great use of space!

[@buildersblueprint]

@@jeffreyknotts4148 thanks so much. More videos coming soon 🤙❤️❤️

[@bryndenhansen7153]

My guy. You removed a structural post (needed from the basement or first floor, all the way to the trusses) and a OSB shear wall in your stair well. Now the second floor has been compromised 👍. Also when installing tile you need an underlayment system like Ditra-mat or a cement board like hardy-board.

[@buildersblueprint]

Laying tile on cured concrete is the perfect surface to use. Everything was done up to code in this entire build.

[@Ohsage1111]

So patronizing. Therapy helps 👍

[@bryndenhansen7153]

@@buildersblueprint if it was concrete you're absolutely correct. Yet the post & shear wall are still issues.

[@norrismj1061]

@@bryndenhansen7153 I am surprised that only one person made this comment. It was the first thing that hit me. Far more noise on destroying a $10 door. I suspect you are right about the structural integrity. Lots more "stuff" needed, I fear, than a pair of 2x10s and a couple of jacks to replace that honkin' studpack. Might wanna chat with an engineer as liability might carry past sale in your jurisdiction. I dunno. Just sayin'.

[@kathrynletchford5114]

Yeh. He is not the sharpest tool in the shed. 😂😂😂

[@wjbrown4748]

This is beautiful. I work at a paint store and love projects like these. You can really see skill and attention to detail.

[@jamibeckham4544]

Thank you for the inspirational pantry. I love it.❤ I would love to make a vanity like your pantry cabinet.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you so much. We may end up making a video on more detailed instructions and how to build a cabinet

[@Lysssaamaarie]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL result!!! Soo amazing!!! I can’t wait to own a home and do all these types of DIY upgrades!! Question for you also!! My daughter wants a KZbin channel and I’m curious how to edit her videos she wants to make. Any advice!?? Lol

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it making all these projects for you guys so much fun and we love reading all the comments. If you’re wanting to learn how to make KZbin videos, I recommend you follow and watch @thinkmedia

[@Lysssaamaarie]

@@buildersblueprint thank you!!

[@nathan_tasker]

Fabulous work my man. It looks absolutely insane. Seeing you and your family working together on these projects is truly inspiring. Keep up the great work.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much Nathan ❤️❤️

[@litolito1893]

Loco, wouldn’t it have been easier to remove the door from its hinges versus tiring it apart? 😁 awesome video 👍🏻 absolutely beautiful job !

[@buildersblueprint]

😂😂😂 I secretly wanted to destroy it after a year of banging it into the other door. Thanks for watching 🤙❤️

[@milanrdesign]

Nice work, love this channel! And I love the family participation! #teamwork

[@buildersblueprint]

@@milanrdesign thank you so much. I really appreciate you watching and supporting our channel more videos coming soon. ❤️

[@milanrdesign]

@@buildersblueprint Work faster the anticipation is killing me! lol jks.

[@buildersblueprint]

@@milanrdesign next week if everything goes as planned

[@Eyeris625]

Very nice! cabinets are awesome... you are very talented but please wear a mask when cutting or sanding as particles can be breath in.

[@travislawson1185]

Looks like your Viper Shield Ceramic glass spray isn't available on Amazon? Do you have another retailer where it can be purchased?

[@buildersblueprint]

It’s Linked in the description but here is the direct purchasing link. Thank you for supporting the channel. More videos coming soon. ❤️ vipershieldco.com/products/graphene-ceramic-spray

[@ajax3630]

great job in my eyes. I feel like I can do this too❤. You should send the builders this video 😂 Dumbest idea to double back pantry & garage door

[@dennismoore8351]

That turned out very nice. A great use of space.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️

[@ScottKelly-r8k]

Can you tell us where online you got the new door?

[@evanmladovan58]

I’m so happy to see a house become a home😊

[@_username_unavailable]

5:16 that space beneath the internet box wasn't insulated from the garage when he put the drywall back up. hope that got fixed off cam or the inspector catches that with flir when he goes to sell the house. Also, i see you flipped the splice boxes at 8:30. Where are those accessible from?

[@chrisglenn2096]

DAMN YALL MAKE YOUR OWN PRODUCTS TOO?!?! I love this channel. Great vibes

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks man more videos coming soon 🙌❤️

[@pulsewound2677]

Here is how not to do this. You just compromised your house and it’s going to sag over time since you took out so much of that load bearing wood.

[@Pamela-c3k2d]

My cat I named Hazel looks just like the cat in your yard. My cat is almost 19 years old. She’s been a great companion. 😻

[@buildersblueprint]

She still comes around every day super nice cat although she won’t eat any of the food we gave her. I’m not sure why.

[@nondanelson9553]

Didn't you breach the fire safety wall when you moved the internet box?

[@dirtyd1398]

WOW, just WOW, I love it, Great Build and its cool you got the family involved as well. New subscriber because I have got to see some new ideas and i like how you worked through it. Would love a list of tools you like to use.

[@buildersblueprint]

Really appreciate it and thanks for the sub more videos coming soon ❤️❤️

[@SafiTaufanabdullah]

I can build a small house for $2,300 in my country.. But your idea is very inspiring to make my home even more beautiful.. You deserve to subscribe 👍👍🙏

[@Zacharythorsen]

The osb mean it’s a shear wall so it’s integral to the houses structural aspect.

[@Treylopez1997]

Looks great. Useful tip for the paint sprayer when you have those heavy lines in the spray pattern that usually means the pressure is too low and when spraying wall always go back over it with a roller it looks nicer and prevents you wall from feeling like sandpaper if anyone says otherwise they're wrong in know thousands of painter around the world that agree with backrolling

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for letting me know ironically we did go back with a roller to make it look nice and flat we did have some lines that was my first time using that type of paint sprayer so I know it’s gonna take some time to learn. Thanks again.

[@En1gma2u]

You should create a hidden closet for a safe, Great Videos!!

[@mammiemania893]

You guys ! Mind Blown ... Again!

[@bus535joyfully3]

Turned out beautiful.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much more videos coming soon ❤️

[@neiljemmerson8826]

Nice work, cabinet looks good 👍

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️

[@learndesignwithdev]

That's a nice pantry. Looks awesome 👍.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much. More videos coming soon ❤️❤️

[@A_Class216]

All in all it turned out pretty good 👍🏾 👌🏾

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks more videos coming soon

[@BannanaTree-ed4tz]

That's so nice 👍 looks great.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️

[@JeffreyBelloli]

That is soooo good!

[@CheckitMedia]

Nice video! but as you can see this is why houses over there are broken easy or flying away with a tornado. I dare you to punch or kick a door in my house like that or any other house over here same with the walls. I loved how it turned out!

[@jamessmith3741]

I think more explanation would be good for certain things. This is coming from a person that has used very basic tools. I’ve always wondered how cabinets are made as far as the slides and fasteners. Also wonder how you measure for struts or whatever those hydraulic things are that open on their own. Lol.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for the feedback it means a lot to us more videos come soon. ❤️❤️

[@amydieca4]

the anger towards that door was so unnecesary when the hinges could've just been unscrew but i felt it felt GREAT to get out the frustration 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JedielHernandez-ju5bv]

Amazing video as always.