Building a winter room on my fifth wheel in just one day!

[@marhlfld1]

Well I lived in an RV for 2 years. Spending winter in one is one step up from tent living. I hated it. Most people don't realize the walls on RV's are about 1 1/2 inches thick. Then the windows lose heat as well. You go thru propane like crazy. You must put some kind of skirting on the bottom part. A wood stove in an outside addition is going to be a game changer. But you'll probably have to leave a window or two open a bit, cuz it will get very warm in there. If I could have afforded it, I would have built an entire shed around it. RV's are not meant to be lived in 24/7, but the economy has caused many lower income and senior citizens to do so.

[@exploringmybackyard]

I agree 100% the walls are pretty thin although this is a Fourseason unit the windows are double painted and the walls are 3 inches with foam insulation. It will help a little bit but the woodstove on the room is what’s going to keep me warm this winter, I’m going to leave a link here for you. Check out this video and you can see the skirting that I have done. Thanks for stopping in greatly appreciate it.kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJjdhYBsaKp1js0si=zw6SJwxte6wm11Fs

[@CynStone]

Are you Canadian ? Your accent sounds spot on. Cynthia in Texas

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ I am in British Columbia Canada. I appreciate you stopping in.

[@exploringmybackyard]

I have never been to Texas, but it is on the list for sure

[@CynStone]

🎉 Come on down to Texas. You'll love it here. Cynthia 🎉

[@christinaburney5935]

Instead of going through all this trouble build a carport to park your RV under. Then you can enclose it. You could put a wood burning stove in there and it gives you 2 layers of warmth for the winter. When you no longer need the RV you can then use it as a carport, a work shop, or recycle the materials for something else.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@christinaburney5935 I like your idea👍

[@michaelbeggs2013]

I full timed in a camper in Maine for a few years. I ended up installing a cylinder stove inside the camper with the stovepipe out through the skyilght hole. I would advise building a regular pitched roof over the whole camper and then adding walls. This will extend the life of the camper for many years. Snow load will eventually destroy your roof if you dont. Another idea would be to dig a deep trench under the camper and install the woodstove under the camper so heat can naturally rise. For my last winter of Maine camper living I moved my camper into an old airplane hanger where it was sheltered enough to be heated by one of those small electric heaters.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@michaelbeggs2013 I agree a complete shelter over the whole unit would be ideal. This is going to be for one winter and then the spring. I’m going to start building my cabin. I am going to be installing a diesel heater under the truck trailer to keep the water from freezing and help. Keep my floor warm, I appreciate your advice. Thank you.

[@deadpinecollective]

It’s so nice working with someone that knows how to frame. It seems easy but when you work with an experienced framer it so must faster!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@deadpinecollective you got that right? That probably would’ve taken me three days so grateful.

[@OutdoorLiving88]

Great job on the quick build. I learned a lesson about power nailers a long time ago, and that is never hold the trigger and use the safety to shoot the nail. I used to do that until I was installing fascia boards on a house and the nailer bounced and put a nail through my hand into the fascia board and the rafter tail. I was stuck standing on the scaffolding until my boss got back from lunch and was able to cut the nail by putting a jigsaw blade between my hand and the fascia and cutting the nail. I still had to go to the ER to get the nail head dug out of the back of my hand. That was a bad day indeed.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@OutdoorLiving88 wow that definitely was a bad day. You’re 100% right holding the trigger. It’s not a good way to do it. I’ve definitely learned a lesson on this one. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@feoxorus]

@@exploringmybackyard Saw a guy come into the ER once face down on a gurney with a deep dimple in the seat of his pants. At the bottom of the dimple was a shiny nail head. He had removed his nailer's safety for speed and dropped the nailer. He nailed his jeans to his pelvis, and I'm sure he lost a lot of time if he didn't get a bone infection (probably did).

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ Yes, I certainly learned my lesson. You need to slow down. Take a couple extra minutes and pay attention to what you’re doing because accidents happen way too fast. I got very lucky and turned out OK for me, but I realized you just have to take an extra second or two and do it safely

[@DayInParadise]

Wow, that’s impressive! Building a winter room in just one day shows some serious skill and determination. Looks like a perfect cozy setup for the cold months! 💖

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@DayInParadise thanks it was a pretty good day for sure. Once we get the stove and insulate it. It’s going to be pretty nice. I hope. Thanks for watching.

[@CassandraCocar]

Wow, amazing job. I can’t believe you built that in one day determination for sure. Sorry about your fingers. Looking forward to see how you finish it on the inside. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@CassandraCocar thanks it was a pretty amazing day for sure and it helps having someone who knows framing the next few videos are going to be pretty good. I think thanks for your continuous support.

[@JustJasonKeto]

That's a heck of a way to start the day! Way to power through and get'r done!

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thanks Jason, it was a hard fought battle all day as they throbbed but sometimes you just have to push through🥹

[@AlmostOffGridGrandma]

That sure went up quick. Nice job. I hope your fingers are okay 👌

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@AlmostOffGridGrandma thank you it did go up pretty quick and yeah, they’re healing pretty good

[@geoffthomas8032]

Couldn’t believe it when you shouted ouch and I looked over! We were only 5 mins in!!!😂

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@geoffthomas8032 lol I couldn’t believe it either👊😂

[@AnthonyPhillpotts]

Viewing from 313 motor city Detroit Michigan USA 🇺🇸 😊 .

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@AnthonyPhillpotts awesome thanks it’s been a while since I’ve been to Detroit. I used to drive through when I lived in Toronto Ontario and always head down to the NASCAR races thanks for stopping in

[@Dioliolio]

No pain no gain! Turned out amazing.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@Dioliolio not too bad thanks

[@Dianne-ic1ys]

Wow great job , I was wondering if you and Jeff are out for hire. How are your fingers ?😢

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ unfortunately not too many things to do around here lol fingers are healing nice except for the one that I split the bone a little sore and tender, but slowly coming along

[@nosoupforyou425]

I am full time in an rv, traveling for work. A simple solution for warmth is an oil space heater - i have to open a sky vent to bring temp down. This limits the burden on the propane heater significantly. I mainly run the propane for avoiding water pipe freezing; heat and hot water.

[@exploringmybackyard]

hi there, I never thought about an oil heater. Interesting what type of temperatures are you in?

[@nosoupforyou425]

@exploringmybackyard currently in the western Maryland mountains. Teens was lowest last season with 20's more regular. Generally keep the radiator type heater on lowest setting. If I need to crank my second unit on I usually run it to pedestal via extension cord to avoid tripping my power watchdog.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@nosoupforyou425 yeah that’s definitely cold enough. I like my wood heat, but I never thought about that type of heater. yeah breakers and extension cord can be an awful pain when they start tripping when it’s cold out.

[@Inked4life20]

@exploringmybackyard I have a similar setup with camper and addition. I found the best way i could think of sealing between the addition and camper connecting doorways was to cut 14-16" strips of tarp lengthwise and staple one side flush with the inside edge of the addition doorway then roll the tarp inbetween the addition and camper for whole doorway. Leaving a decent bit extra towards camper door temporarily tape it in place so it doesn't move then fill it with big gap filler canned foam. Molds to your camper, fills gap and seals out the weather with no risk of getting on your camper and easily removable with no damage. Cut the extra and your done! Has worked great for me. Hope it helps!

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thanks for stopping in. Yes, that would have worked as well. Great idea. I went a little bit of a different route, which has worked so far fingers crossed.

[@scottfoster2487]

Adding a skirt around the trailer will help alot . Adding a wood stove to supplement heat will make a nice comfy winter. RVS in the winter plain ol suck with out some serious modifications. Great build.

[@exploringmybackyard]

absolutely check out this weeks video you’ll see what I was up to skirting and woodstove are a must. Thanks for stopping in.

[@mattmoehring9173]

Just moved offgrid in the pnw and been thinking about doing the same thing to my little 12’ trailer, thanks for the inspiration!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mattmoehring9173 Hi Mat, thanks for stopping in. Yes a room like this will give you a lot of extra space and a woodstove if you go that way it’s way better than a propane furnace. It’s a dry heat and cuts down on the condensation. If you get a chance, please subscribe and turn on your notifications.

[@mattmoehring9173]

@ just installed a diesel heater, do plan on wood heat to help supplement but diesel heater controlled like a house thermostat has me spoiled.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mattmoehring9173 that’s funny man. I’m literally sitting here looking at a diesel heater getting ready to install over the weekend for underneath for emergency in cold weather. I don’t want my water lined to freeze. I’m glad to hear it’s working well and there’s nothing wrong with being a little spoiled for sure, but the wood heat is nice to keep the moisture out. I believe diesel diesel heaters are pretty dry as well.

[@mattmoehring9173]

@ heated by wood when I was house dweller, nothing better than a Wood stove heat, check out the bobil diesel heater heat exchanger, for water heating… might be something down your alley, next piece of the puzzle next winter for me. So many different ways of doing things these days keep posting content✌️

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mattmoehring9173 thank you I appreciate the tip. I will check that heater today.

[@phuongvo3051]

I just found your channel , I’m very impressed and interesting what you did , great work . Subscribed.

[@exploringmybackyard]

Awesome, thank you I certainly do appreciate the support.

[@tomasgimenez4592]

Awesome project! Hope your fingers are doing well,

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks yes my fingers are doing much better. No infections all good thanks for stopping in. I appreciate it.

[@Nwladylaura369]

My back broke when you picked up that first sheet of plywood and tossed it! Hope your digits are healing well.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you yes, the fingers are doing well. Appreciate you stopping by.

[@OffgridWorld-w7f]

Accidents happen and we keep pressing on. Slow and steady wins the race.

[@exploringmybackyard]

lol, they sure do

[@thiscreativehouse]

Wow! We'd so attempt doing this if we were weathering out the Wisconsin cold in our fifth wheel.

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thanks for stopping by. It should help fingers crossed it gets pretty cold up here.

[@calamityjane5479]

Good job. I put a nail in the top of my hand and carried on. Holding the bone in place while someone else twisted the nail out, important, no pulling ridged nails.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you Sometimes you just gotta pull them out and keep on going. Thanks for stopping in. I appreciate it.

[@valleryyoung1342]

The dogs on all these you tube videos are so funny. They’re everywhere. So Josey & it looks to me like in the way but everyone ignores them. It’s funny

[@exploringmybackyard]

Sophie is with me everywhere I go thanks for stopping in

[@hogeandpaulapaulsen1684]

Wow.... you guys did a great job! dogs must have had fun all day playing in the bush.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks for stopping in. They sure had a good time. That’s for sure.

[@Bettinasisrg]

The trick with hurt finger(s) is tight tape! Start at the tips and tape up to hand taping at least 2 together so there's no wiggle room. Keep blood from pooling in area and stops the throbbing. Just make sure you unwrap at end of project and make sure there's still blood flow.

[@exploringmybackyard]

excellent tip that’s exactly what I did though. I put a cloth around and then taped them up. Thanks for stopping by.

[@koningbolo4700]

11:53 If I may and make a suggestion on how to seal the anti chamber (ahum) to the RV: If you make a bit of a spacer (say 4 inches) and attach an two inner tubes of a car to it (possibly caulking or contact cement) and place the spacer in between the wood of the anti chamber and the rv. Then inflate the inner tube to seal to the RV... Obviously you need to cut the inner tube and glue the ends shut. The curvature of the inner tube may be in the way of things but maybe you can get rubber sheet and fashion your own tube and put in the shreader valve of and old inner tube to inflate the seal... Or go extremely simple and use these pool noodles and a larger spacer...

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@koningbolo4700 hi I appreciate the advice and I was looking for pool noodles and nobody had any in stock so I went with something similar. It will be in next weeks video. Thanks for the great ideas.

[@koningbolo4700]

​@@exploringmybackyard pipe insulation noodles then ??

[@exploringmybackyard]

Yes, that’s exactly what I used pipe insulation noodles

[@no-uf1gm]

you can use rubber roofing all the way around the trailer

[@exploringmybackyard]

@no-uf1gm that’s great idea I will look into the cost of that. Thanks. Appreciate the advice.

[@wendingourway]

That certainly was quite the day!! Hmm...rather on overachiever, ah!! LOL LOL Sure will be nice for those winter days ahead! Great stuff!!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@wendingourway lol we went like mad men for sure sure is going to be nice to have the extra space and that woodstove going. Thanks for your support.

[@deadpinecollective]

Wow, this video has taken off for you! That is awesome.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@deadpinecollective sure has I don’t understand it, but will definitely roll with it

[@deadpinecollective]

@ absolutely. Your subs are jumping fast as well. Nice to see!

[@exploringmybackyard]

there seems to be a niche for this RV thing

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@deadpinecollective thanks I appreciate it. I think it’s actually going to hit 100,000 hard to believe.

[@ruthstill169]

You definitely are buff to be able to push through, but I worry about infection setting in. The build is awesome!

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thank you it was a tough day, but we did push through. I paid close attention and put some solution on to keep infection out, but I did pay close attention to it.

[@SandraCrockett]

First time watchin'. Great work!

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thank you

[@beachlife9419]

Nice work too

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@beachlife9419 thank you

[@mattandmouse]

Great job on the addition; you guys knocked it out in time for winter!❤

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mattandmouse thanks we sure did. I don’t know about you guys, but we got just about a foot of snow over the last couple of days.

[@mattandmouse]

@ we’ve had a dusting of snow; 1/2 inch of nice powder. I know the rest is coming soon !

[@lorettasamworth7338]

Nice work my friend! 😁

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@lorettasamworth7338 thank you thank you greatly appreciate it

[@randymiller1604]

Looks great 👍

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@randymiller1604 thank you

[@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837]

Awesome man you guy's did great job 👍, If you do a good job skirting I'd leave that space open by the trailer the heat from the wood stove will keep it warm so nothing freezes under the trailer :) Ouch I put a nail right through the middle same two I chopped with the saw when I was building walls for my cabin lol, Hurt for a long time but had to just keep building, Famous words don't get in a hurry ! Take care

[@exploringmybackyard]

I was thinking the same thing about leaving it open, but it’s pretty darn drafty. I don’t think it will work in -20 although I did pick up a diesel heater to put down there it never fails when you’re in a hurry stupid things happen.

[@ginamorrone947]

I think you should add a wooden skirt around the whole fifth wheel it would keep it a lot warmer. Just an idea

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@ginamorrone947 absolutely I agree check out the channel and the next video after this one shows the skirting thanks for stopping in

[@scottthejeepguy7499]

Nice job

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you. I appreciate you stopping by

[@Boot76]

Solid rafter cuts and the tyvek is even right side up so the rain water knows which way to flow. 🤫

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@Boot76 Thank you

[@TheSimpleAlaskans]

Great job! Sorry about the fingers. 😐

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thank you sometimes you just gotta take one for the team and I took three lol

[@maegardnermills4292]

Thanks. That looks great.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@maegardnermills4292 thank you I appreciate you stopping in

[@marthaashley2211]

Looks good

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@marthaashley2211 thank you

[@jerrystout3032]

Outstanding Craftsmanship!😇!😇!👍!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@jerrystout3032 thank you

[@Aldean555]

Been there brother but my 3 toes were nailed together and pull out with the cats paw, wasn’t fun but worked all day like that limping around. Luckily no broken feet bones…. Good job 👍

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks I feel the pain sometimes you just gotta dig deep and keep on going. Thanks for stopping in.

[@hypeb99]

Great video brother

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thank you make sure you tune in next week is a big giveaway

[@victoriael-nayal5913]

Wow 🎉 looks amazing Hope your fingers are ok!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@victoriael-nayal5913 thank you yes, they are healing well I appreciate you stopping in

[@lorettaandjasonoffgrid]

Ouch...dude! Be careful! Looking great! ✌️🇨🇦♥️

[@exploringmybackyard]

Yeah, it doesn’t pay to rush sometimes does it we’re getting there thanks

[@janetaldrin383]

Hope your fingers are better. Nice job on your add on.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@janetaldrin383 thank you they are actually healing pretty good thanks for stopping by

[@valleryyoung1342]

So glad u didn’t saw off 3 fingers

[@exploringmybackyard]

@valleryyoung1342 me too, putting a nail through was bad enough at least I get to keep them this way lol

[@charlottejordan5032]

😮 nailed your fingers together yet kept on working! Jeez that's painful, hopefully you're healing up. 😊

[@exploringmybackyard]

I sure did had to get it done so we kept on going and yes, they are healing pretty good thanks for stopping in

[@charlottejordan5032]

@@exploringmybackyard Great news no signs of infection. You're tuffer than the nail 🤗 I'm enjoying your winter projects. Stay safe and enjoy your beautiful off-grid adventures and such beautiful surroundings. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 💫🥂

[@ginamorrone947]

I wish you would have told us what kind of wood you're using and what the black stuff is on that one piece and how you connected the walls to the deck. Hoping to get more information as you go along.😊

[@exploringmybackyard]

sorry it’s just lumber from the lumber store actually it’s called lumber lumber that is at a discount because it’s crooked. I would assume it’s just spruce. I’m not sure what your reference to about the black stuff is that the roof material we just nailed the sill plate to the platform, that’s it. This is just a temporary room to get me through the winter, in the spring, I will be building my cabin. I will keep this in mind for future builds to explain a little bit better thank you. I appreciate you stopping in and expressing your opinion.

[@MarkStebbins-xx7ee]

I always paint the roof 4 x8 wood first before shingling. The roof lasts longer

[@exploringmybackyard]

hey, thanks for stopping in. That’s a great idea.

[@FlyerPatty29]

Good thing Jeff was there. Next time when you’re doing a project slow down just just a little bit and you won’t have accidents. You were in too much of a hurry slow down for safety reasons. Have a blessed day.

[@exploringmybackyard]

I agree it was awesome to have Jeff with me. You were 100% right next couple hours means nothing compared to getting injured.

[@brendahidalgo4711]

Perfect

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@brendahidalgo4711 thank you

[@froggersgarage5127]

Nothing like starting off a full day of manual labor with three nailed fingers together. Glad your ok

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@froggersgarage5127 lol I agree lesson learned for sure. Thanks for stopping by greatly appreciate it.

[@tessbennett3796]

I don't know how this video showed up in my feed but we literally did this about three weeks ago. We're living in an rv on land as we build a house without a loan. A landing area is essential for keeping dirty boots outside and having things readily available instead of trudging out to the shed during a blizzard. Our door up into the plywood enclosure is straight off from the rv door.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@tessbennett3796 hey that’s awesome. Yeah we had a big rain storm this summer and I walked into the RV and realized hang on. Where am I putting all this stuff permits didn’t come in for our build so this is what I decided to do for this winter just out of curiosity are you in Canadaand or the US I’m glad you stopped by

[@glengillis7775]

Good job. Be carefull

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@glengillis7775 thanks GLEN. Yeah, I’m definitely going to try. Rushing isn’t the answer for sure.

[@bhuithotayabu3740]

Excellent very nice video 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@bhuithotayabu3740 thank you

[@TomTammyOffGridHomestead]

Nice dump trailer looks new. Looks like you're, bleeding pretty good, that is going to hurt for a while. Be careful and take care.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@TomTammyOffGridHomestead yes that’s the surprise I picked up in town that is going to save me a ton of money. It is crazy expensive to get gravel out here. Almost $600 per load yeah my one finger where the nail went into the bone is still pretty sore thanks for watching.

[@TomTammyOffGridHomestead]

@@exploringmybackyard how many yards can that trailer haul? My issue was at about 5 tons (4535.9237 kilograms) the tires on my truck would slip up hill. Problem was traction.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ this one’s capable of hauling 6 yards the load that I was dumping that was 5 yards

[@Legend-gi3zz]

I probably would have built it a few feet away with more of just a 3 foot hallways connecting to the RV as it would have been much easier to close in and just build a small walk way and seal that up as if nothing else they do make a flex joint material for the joints on RV but it might have required screw to the RV or maybe just running it along the door track and building another similar track for the connection it was and probably still is used for trucks that cut there bed into the cab for audio show trucks and stuff!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@Legend-gi3zz great idea I never even thought of making a high hallway type connection great idea so far this is working pretty good. Still have a few tweaks to work out but that’ll be in the upcoming videos. Thanks for your support. I appreciate it.

[@williamclark9624]

Had 1 of those metal roofs put over ours, then expanded years ago. The Mexicans, since they have taken all the market for this type of roof. Can do it in 5 hours. Do the Traditional, not the arch type of roof. they tend to leak. with winter coning up. God Bless you all. Better to add a few extra feet for improvements down the line.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks for stopping in. I appreciate it. That’s a great idea. I definitely like the five hour part.

[@woody22660]

Looks good, nice job. Was wondering though, why not build a roof over the whole 5th wheel to protect the roof from the weather?

[@exploringmybackyard]

Great question if it was going to be a permanent situation absolutely but this is for one winter only as I’m building a cabin in the spring, this is just a quick temporary solution for the winter. Thanks for the question.

[@koningbolo4700]

If I may suggest a treatment for your nailed fingers. Make some hot water (as hot as you can handle on your hands and set up a bowl which you can put the effected hand comfortably for half an hour or more. Best to have some insulation going as well, something like a couple of towels on top or the like. The hot water needs some washing soda dissolved. The washing soda softens the skin and tissues and cleans out any debris, potential infections starting and it raises the ph of the damaged tissue slightly too which aids in healing... If you can handle it you can massage the effected area a bit to allow the soda solution somewhat into the wound. Treating the 3 fingers with a daily 30-45 minute bath of washing soda keeps the external part of the wounds soft and clean so (in case an internal infection thinks about starting) has a chance to get out through the entry and exit wounds... In any case please consult with your local (bush) doctor.... You may need a tetanus shot if your most recent tetanus shot is older then 10 years... I can not say if it is wise to use a syringe to squirt some of the solution through the nail sized/shaped wounds but if you can boil the solution and let it cool to a safe temp. before use you should be fine preventing infections... Generally washing soda (not baking soda - which is close but not the same) is a very good wound disinfectant and cleaner. Safe to use and non toxic...

[@exploringmybackyard]

Thank you for the advice. I’ve been cleaning it daily and paying very close attention to make sure I do not get infection in the area. I have been soaking it but not in the solution that you suggested I should try this the one that is a little bit red that may have a slight infection I’ve been paying very close attention to that is the one with the nail hit the bone, thanks for the advice

[@koningbolo4700]

@@exploringmybackyard get well soon bro...

[@amyfletcher4749]

My dad hit the same finger twice on the table saw😂

[@exploringmybackyard]

Ouch, it’s kind of funny but not really right lol

[@martyclack8782]

Gets some 2 inch foam boards and you can seal the bottom.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks for the tip. I appreciate it.

[@potterlinda02]

Omg..no gloves?? oh ouch!! I have seen so many guys get nails into their fingers and or hands....dang...did you just rip the nail out??? Hoping no serious damage...God bless you guys ...lookin great!!

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@potterlinda02 Hi yes I wasn’t wearing gloves, but I got lucky and no infection and they are healing well thank you for stopping in. I appreciate it.

[@koningbolo4700]

can you skirt the RV with straw bales wrapped in housewrape ??

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@koningbolo4700 I was actually thinking about using straw or hay, but a lot of research I did kept showing that rodents liked the straw or hay so I went with a little bit of a different set up. It Will be out this Thursday video

[@beverlydwyer5162]

Great idea putting a woodstove in there , what state is this taking place in ?

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@beverlydwyer5162 i’m up in Canada in British Columbia

[@exploringmybackyard]

yes, the stove is going to help out a lot. It gets pretty chilly up here.

[@Sandramce60]

I know some people down here in NB who live in a 5 wheel I assume had or have no choice on there land .while probably either to make a home out of it or waiting till they build a home on there land. Its all in what you hotta do I guess .

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@Sandramce60 Hi Sandra that’s cool. You’re from New Brunswick. I grew up in Nova Scotia. When I purchased the property in June, the plan was to have the cabin built and ready for winter. A little bit of difficulty with the permit has delayed and this is the solution for this winter. The cabin build will start the spring fingers crossed. Thank you for stopping in.

[@131dyana]

Sorry about your fingers that sounds like some thing I would do. Great job done there.

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you the fingers are healing. No infection all good lesson learned though lol thanks for stopping in.

[@lorettasamworth7338]

Watching again! Not sure if it helps?! 😊

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you

[@AdamProst-f3k]

What do people get nothing done that looks really good

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks, Adam. Appreciate you stopping by.

[@lostmoose9994]

Good job, I got similar plans. But if I calculate materials (Canada) its cheaper to just back a used boxtrailer right to my 5th wheel....

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@lostmoose9994 that’s awesome your hundred percent right lumber is not cheap. I like your idea with the box Trailer Heights would probably be similar as well.

[@marciathompson1237]

Make Another Wall With A Door That Opens Into The Room The Room That You Built On. Then You Can Move The Trailer If You Need To

[@exploringmybackyard]

that’s a great idea. I did. I did something a little bit different. I can move the trailer now if I wanted to with a little bit of effort, but this is only for this winter. I’m starting the cabin build first thing in the spring.

[@no-uf1gm]

make sure you are not letting any gas fumes in that room from your fridge that can kill you

[@exploringmybackyard]

yes, thank you the vent comes out the roof. I also have another vent to put in the roof that I just built for double protection appreciate the advice.

[@cuernavacadave]

What province are you in??? Any of them here you would freeze to death in the winter!!! Hope winter goes well for you!

[@exploringmybackyard]

i’m in Northern British Columbia thank you. I think I'm prepared pretty good for the winter. We should be OK.

[@cuernavacadave]

@@exploringmybackyard, all the best. I’m in New Brunswick. No snow yet, we had a dusting but it’s gone. Was 6 today. Stay warm:)

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@cuernavacadave thank you I know New Brunswick quite well. I grew up in a town in Nova Scotia called antigonish we had a pretty good dumping here last week, but it’s slowly melting temperatures averaging minus one at night two or three above during the day.

[@cuernavacadave]

@ , yes, I have been to Antigonish, many years ago and would like to go again. We’ve had a lot of rain here in the past couple weeks, it was 6 yesterday but no wind. But, it’s only a matter of time before the temperatures reach a more seasonable level. Not looking forward to that. Stay warm:)

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ thank you you as well. Looking forward to chatting to you again sometime.

[@clonestarr3466]

Is that home hardware house wrap?

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@clonestarr3466 yes it is that’s home hardware warp

[@MarqusReyes-yi4ww]

You still have 7 fingers left to nail together 😂

[@exploringmybackyard]

Lol, hopefully not 😄

[@jaycevessier7554]

Should ran the plywood all the way to the camper

[@exploringmybackyard]

I was thinking that, but I didn’t want to build all the extra platform to support it I appreciate you checking out the channel

[@paulinelozana600]

I'm freezing in my house as I have yet to turn on heat so I can imagine. It's 55 inside about 30 outside

[@exploringmybackyard]

I would say that’s a little chilly and freezing outside. Stay warm. Be safe.

[@tpp4007]

Be careful with any cutting or nailing tool, especially out in the woods like that where the ambulance is like an hour away at most. I’ve had a couple of bad accidents from cutting tools for not taking the precaution and from rushing.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@tpp4007 you’re 100% right time to slow down and be a little more careful things happen way too fast and I am way too far out. I appreciate your concern and thank you for stopping by.

[@milleka3504]

Just a quick question : is it safe to have the fridge vent out into the new room? Won’t it cause a build up of Carbon monoxide?

[@exploringmybackyard]

Great question that’s actually not the vent that is just access to the unit. The actual vent is on the roof.

Make a bag typ ??? and fill it with foam , Might expand in ??? . A bag should keep it clean . I have seen long blue plastic ?? very thick . GOOD LUCK might have solved already .

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you yes I did something a little bit different. It’ll be in next weeks video something similar to Pool noodles.

[@mariobestic138]

Why wouldn't You make a Bigger Roof Slope for ease of Snow removal?????

[@exploringmybackyard]

On the fifth wheel side, I didn’t want it too much higher because it’s a bigger gap to close and keep whether out this is only temporary until spring when I build my cabin

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mariobestic138 as it’s a temporary roof as well I won’t be using tin I’ll be using a single type material so I will most likely have to shovel it off anyway so it’s a little extra work, but I’m trying to keep the cost down as it’s a temporary room.

[@mariobestic138]

@exploringmybackyard I'm in Northern Ontario Canada, Mostly A Frame for all my Smaller Buildings. We NEVER have to Shovel, Other chores NEVER end lol

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@mariobestic138 I actually have plans on building an A-frame after me main cabin is built next spring when I build the A-frame I will be building a 4 foot high wall first and then start the A-frame from there and yes, the chores never seem to end lol

[@1mangangbanga]

Its water tight... looks at huge gaps in between sheeting

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@1mangangbanga We left some gaps in between the shooting for movement shrinkage thanks for stopping in

[@godsgarden1573]

James 4:7 “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

[@exploringmybackyard]

thank you

[@beachlife9419]

Where you at like what state

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@beachlife9419 I’m up in Canada in British Columbia

[@danasmith858]

Watch for your tax assessment now you've built a permanent structure

[@exploringmybackyard]

oh yes, I’m sure they will charge accordingly. Thanks for stopping in. It’s appreciated.

[@realblythe]

First notify and watching

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@realblythe awesome thank you

[@exploringmybackyard]

Don’t forget to tune in next week there’s a big giveaway

[@angelagrant9163]

Where are your gloves?? 😮😮

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@angelagrant9163 well unfortunately I can’t wear gloves when I’m working. I know that sounds bad but true.

[@leobelts6660]

It’s ok u still have another 7 fingers 😅

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@leobelts6660 lol just got to keep moving. They’ll heal eventually thanks for stopping in. I appreciate it.

[@DiabloPollo]

Monkey...meet football. Lmao, just giving you hard time. Room is looking good

[@exploringmybackyard]

no worries, thank you

[@Ralphetta]

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[@exploringmybackyard]

@@Ralphetta Hi, thank you appreciate you stopping in. Don’t forget to hit the subscribe and notification bell means a lot thank you.

[@tashuawheeler1834]

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[@exploringmybackyard]

awesome thank you

[@lanceallenmcginnis1105]

Can’t read the red text

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@lanceallenmcginnis1105 my apologies. I didn’t realize that I just looked and you’re 100% right it is crappy what I was saying. I was slowly uncovering just in case there were critters living under the tarp. Thanks for stopping in and I appreciate the comment. I will fix this in future videos.

[@5toed-lizard.]

Sounds to me you’re regretting selling your home. Getting a bit camper fever?

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@5toed-lizard. Lol not yet maybe in the middle of the winter but so far we’re hanging in. It’ll be better when we get the cabin is built, but for now, this will do.

[@orlinchirinos1981]

Lay down grass around the RV camper

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@orlinchirinos1981 OK sorry do you mean like hay or straw?

[@orlinchirinos1981]

@@exploringmybackyard regular grass

[@exploringmybackyard]

@ OK, just one question what will that do? I’m not sure what the grass will do for me.

[@richardbaker7557]

do you have any fingers left.....leave them power tools alone......

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@richardbaker7557 thanks they’re actually healing pretty quick. Definitely need to slow down a little bit and pay more attention. Thanks for stopping in.

[@rebeccabrimmer7145]

It’s a good thing you don’t do construction for a living because you nailed three fingers together and almost cut off another with the saw, all in the first few minutes. You cannot rush when it comes to working around dangerous power tools! Trust me….I would know! I’m a poster child for power tool injuries, especially hedge clippers.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@rebeccabrimmer7145 I agree going too fast is not a good thing. Lesson learned for sure. Time to slow down if it takes a few extra minutes oh well, thank you for stopping by.

[@user-es3zh3jk5o]

I would get a tetanus shot. I put a staple into my thumb when I was in the seventh grade. Never told my parents. I think I got tetanus, lasted a couple weeks.

[@exploringmybackyard]

@@user-es3zh3jk5o Hi thanks yes, I am up-to-date on my tetanus shot fingers are healed up pretty good now

[@scottwall4669]

Water tight?? When you stand inside one can see daylight thru the walls which means wind and water. Wondering why you insist on running a commercial generator on your video?? Does the noise keep you company?? It has a lot of room I must admit..... looks like it will make a great homeless camp on the side of the freeway next season when you bail and leave it behind.

[@exploringmybackyard]

yes, the warp you see on the wall at the end of the video makes it watertight the same as the roof. Great question about the generator. I hate the damn thing and I hate the noise as well. We ran a cord further away, but the compressor kept blowing the breaker so unfortunately, I had to choice, but to listen to it. As far as leaving it behind for a homeless and cabin, I don’t think so. I will repurpose all the materials and maybe even turn it into a Room where I start all my plants for the garden I appreciate you stopping in. Thanks for watching.

[@MomDad-s3v]

That so ridiculous

[@exploringmybackyard]

thanks