Building In Winter Is HARD! | Installing Our Floors

[@uncommonlogic1698]

As a man, I can tell you Riley, nothing beats good trim. Crown molding , baseboards and door trim define colors and views. Easy to do, mitre box and a good rasp Can get it done.

[@rudymartinez4996]

People who work hard like you , 100% get a huge light and happiness sooner or later.

[@willemijnkamerling4011]

Yeay for floors!! Can I hire Courtney for trims? After 7 years I think we've just given up on them 😂

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Looks amazing! Our driveway keeps getting skinnier from the snow piling up on the sides. I have been plowing the mile long driveway since the snow started flying. It's been nice that the neighbors have been blowing the snow from their driveway to the road. They stopped by today and said if you need us to clear your driveway to your cabin with our snow blower we will and thank you for all your plowing. What a blessing for good neighbors. My beautiful lady got inspired when she saw your flooring. I think that is in our near future. You two have really inspired me to create new videos. I waited until she got home from work to watch your videos together. Love watching you two.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

A snow blower would be so nice for widening the road. Good neighbors are worth their weight in gold!

[@ahorseman4ever1]

@@AmbitionStrikes yes they are!

[@sweetkellymay]

The engineered hardwood flooring I put in my house, can't even be scratched by a razor knife. Ten years later, with two big dogs, not a scratch..

[@georgerydberg4393]

That type of flooring is really becoming popular as it is virtually indestructible. Great job.

[@timothywork160]

I applaud your effort and courage. I wish you well and much happiness 🌅 thanks for sharing your life with us

[@jameslangham7493]

I can hardly believe that you have accomplished all this in less than a year , AMAZING !

[@The_Two_Roads]

Alright, looks like you guys are due for a broom now! I'll get on that :)

[@vloogle4924]

What sound does a one-legged turkey make? "Wobble, wobble"

[@stevethomas4095]

Great work Ginger keep the Professor moving. Glad to see tracked jeep working.

[@patrickmanthey9917]

Ambition strikes is a great moniker, man you guys work hard and it shows.

[@SEAKAdventures]

I’ve never seen a pull bar like that for flooring. I definitely could have used that tool a few times over the past few years. Trim will really bring the place together in a hurry.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Trim is the great transformer!! 😆

[@MikeBabsBC]

I am absolutely FLOORED by your progress! 😂 OMG, as a full time videographer, I found a standing desk to be a game changer! That's a beautiful desk, enjoy!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😆 I've had the desk about a week now and it has been a SERIOUS improvement in my work flow.

[@squatch2461]

@@AmbitionStrikes What desk is that? Apologies if I missed it, but I didn't see a link anywhere. Thanks

[@ronf3535]

@@squatch2461 It's from Home Depot.

[@squatch2461]

@@ronf3535 Thanks, just found it on their website.

[@davidhill7952]

Bundle up guys , tonight it starts for real. Ah winter in the PNW , we got to love it , right ?

[@donnahoffman1855]

I like your vehicle relay system! My Charger is put up for the winter, I learned to do that in Montana...lol. We are having more snow this year than we usually do. Your place is coming along great!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Donna! I'm glad we don't get as much snow as you did in Montana!

[@hunterriddall8318]

Lifeproof flooring hands down the best flooding 👍🏻

[@mcspaddencw]

Thank yall for all you do for our entertainment

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching and supporting what we do!

[@BFVgnr]

I did the same thing with my new workbench. Put a leg on backwards, and then realized my mistake when I went to put the cross brace in place. #Whoops. Boone and Bailey look like happy dogs, comfy and napping in their new home.

[@Neurobadass]

I literally have been binge watching this channel for about 3 days and must say it is better than what is available on Netflix, Prime, Disney, HBO, and Paramount (with the exception of 1883) , I know I have them all. Keep up the good work. I cant say whether you are inspiring me to start my own project or to be glad I haven't tried that. You people are an inspiration of perspiration.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Wow, thank you so much Dave! We'll take second place to 1883. 😉

[@jeremysharp5436]

"Still heavy. Can confirm." I about spit out my lunch laughing at that one. 😂 🤣

[@denniscarreno8151]

Beautiful floor guys! Feed her....She works harder than you.. .hehehe stay warm guys!

[@albeenamelast6620]

When the snow gets to 6" deep plow it even if it is still snowing. When the snow stops snowing plow it, you will find this works best for living in snowland!.............Keto rocks!............ another nice job, just think if you didn't have winter you wouldn't want to be working inside!!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Great tip, thanks for sharing! Riley is headed out to plow right now.

[@joshuachance1065]

I found your page when your video purchasing the dump truck came up in a search. You guys do a great job making your videos engaging. I found that first video about a week before Christmas and binge watched all of the videos on the truck and your work on your property. You guys are great and have me committed to following your story and work. Keep up the videos please!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Hi Joshua! Thanks so much for supporting the channel and watching our videos. We hope you enjoy our adventures as much as we do sharing them with you!

[@mmgoodwings3981]

another great video guys! Gotta tell you that you're one of the main channels that has helped me decide to leave corporate and start my own thing, doing something I love. thanks !!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We wish you success and happiness! ☺️

[@mmgoodwings3981]

@@AmbitionStrikes thank you! I'm happier these last 2 months than I have been in about 10 years. so I'm on my way!

[@genedegiorgio1617]

Woke up kind of grumpy this morning, thanks for the video. You guys always make me smile. Thanks again.

[@mr.miraclemantm.6455]

Snow can be lots of work, however if you like the scenery, there is nothing like it! Looks like Riley`s thumb tried to soften the blow of a hammer. I hate when that happens! lol

[@randyharmon6889]

Just missing the glass! Wild Turkey on Ice........

[@ronallen6578]

Riley how can you not like finish trim?? I can't think of anything that makes all your work look completed. Courtney, if you ever need a hand let me know. I can't imagine not liking something more than finish trim. You are doing a great job, keep it up. Ron

[@davidspilman531]

This wood Trim is Awesome you should look into it I remodeled my house in Mo. and did the whole house in this trim you can get pine But I used oak it's all straight cuts but save's lot's of time wish i could send you pictures I'm a Carpenter so I've been doing trim and floors and Drywall you name it for year's I really enjoy your videos you 2 get along so good I shared the You Tube vid for you to get an Idea I'm surprised that they didn't tell you to put a Plank flooring vapor Barrier down it's like a foam pad but real thin enjoy the snow I live in Iowa so I push snow here in town

[@eriklarson2183]

You two are awesome. Great work. Uncle Erik is proud of you! And what about slippers with grippes for the kiddo's. We don't want our furry friends sliding around or not feeling like part of the family...

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I've been surprised but the dogs have much better traction on this flooring than normal solid surfaces!

[@cmpphilip]

Great video as always. One comment about laminate/snap together floor, probably all floors the wheels on desk chair will eventually ruin the surface. Nice thing about snap together flooring is if you stash some left overs you can replace the worn area. In my office I was able disassemble the floor at one end take the floor from under the bookcases and swapped it for the 3x3' area the desk chair ruined. Moral of the story get a chair pad. Can't wait for your next video. Cheers Phil

[@jaymilam3995]

I have really enjoyed watching your videos you guys are awesome taking on your dream home and learning as you go that is something you can cherish forever.

[@JoshHefnerX]

Put that lifeproof lvp in my house about 3 years ago and so far it's held up to us and the dog.

[@kasnick71]

Hi Guys, great job on the flooring and the build. You may want to consider leaving an air inlet into the room as you will have draft from the wood stove. If you have no air supply, it won't draw and therefore won't heat your room. Not to mention CO2 from unvented combustion. Be safe and take good care of that tracked jeep, I am jealous!

[@thewildennis185]

Slippers always make a home! haha love this episode, you guys can see the end of this stage (couch!), don't lose your energy. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@Scotty-gg4gc]

You guys are too cute! You never cease to make us smile and even laugh a few times each episode! 😁

[@stevematthews684]

Lifeproof flooring is great. We are in year #2 in our Texas house (temp swing from freezing to over 100). It is not showing any wear - even with 5 dogs (3 are St. Bernards). Great job as usual!

[@_Marius_Strolys]

Home sweet home!

[@davemiller3027]

That floor went down so smooth. Hope you guys stay warm and keep up the great Videos!!!

[@jordanvargovich]

Y'all place is looking great. That flooring y'all used is what my parents use in all their rentals. Very nice and very durable.

[@patrickretsel7048]

Love all the grunts and groans building the desk…lol you sound just me.😎

[@aizazkhan5101]

Its amazing and an inspiring journey watching you guys is always fun , entertaining and adventurous. Always learn from you and get motivation one if gods will i will be doing this my big dream😍. Stay healthy and united.

[@BulletproofPastor]

Foam is "Great Stuff" but really messy. Caulking is way easier to manage and does the same chore in a lot of tight spaces.

[@freestatehomestead]

100

[@MadhuSudhanpro]

I love the fact that lot of stuff happens in one video which shows you guys enthusiasm to do stuff Thank you for taking us along the journey cheers

[@ronaldcobbley9668]

Great job your almost there

[@ronaldcobbley9668]

Soon you will living in that space and enjoying life

[@corporealghoul]

Something this channel highlights that I have learned from content creators is that 2 heads are definitely better than one because in this "industry" if you dont know how to do something or hate doing something chances are the other person might enjoy it or be good at it. I learned this from a content channel that does movie and show reviews but you guys really highlight it. If there is something one of you is afraid youll be bad at the other tends to be really good at it which is awesome. Yall make a great team.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is something that took us a long time to learn. We don't have to both love (or be good at) something. If one of us is, the other can lean into them and share the fun!

[@mikelester5123]

I really enjoyed the extra sound effects,Courtney

[@jellevleer1]

those socks with those slippers 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@aaronm9478]

Great job! 👍 And no injuries or near-death experiences! LoL! 😁

[@ilonakatalindako-tolman5545]

Pretty cool, yes, working area and a comfy warm winter place 🌟

[@davidspilman531]

Ever thought of a ceiling fan to bring all the hot air back down from the Ceiling .

[@jeffreylowes]

Drill the corners (3/16) before cutting with the multi-tool. Used the same material/brand in the bathroom, works great!

[@eeghtitelukintan2948]

wow...congratulations...now you have nice floor...i"m waiting for next video...

[@norcoredneck]

Man I’m floored at all the progress you made. 🤣😂🤣 Seriously great job.

[@jrl507]

Consider Adding some thermal mass around the stove e.g. rock, , brick or concrete slabs to help smooth out temperature transitions and take advantage of the higher heat near the stove and radiate heat on reverse differential T. Thanks for all your sharing

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is a great point! Courtney wants to see about getting some granite remnants.

[@chrisknight4577]

Hi Guys Found your channel about a month ago and have been following your barn / house build project. Great personalities and strength of purpose. Keep up the good work funny and entertaining

[@dlbracer56]

Love the beauty of Idaho. My children and grandkids live there (Boise, Meridian) but, I I live in the warmth of Florida. Admire your show..

[@judymahanna4227]

From JUDY and JIMM in Texas, U done VERY GOOD Kids! PERHAPS a bit of Eyebrow ,gabletype over front maybe in order [6 - 12ft] , TO keep SNOW AWAY ,4 Egress SAFETY!? ! Just a suggestion! We are refugees frm upstate NY & N.DAK, NO MORE SNOW 4 US ,PLS Judy&JIMM y!

[@b.hodgkiss3893]

The obvious would have been to finish the walls etc paint and then the floors. But I’m sure there’s a good reason you laid the floors first. It’s coming together nicely and each day you you love your home more. Toilet and Bathroom critical next step.

[@lovenotes5299]

Slippers are the best decision you have ever made! I have used them throughout my kids growing u- keeps your floors clean and less germs in your house- i use a boot tray to put the outside shoes in

[@theresaluvspims6163]

Yes! Lovin' the floor color. Everything seems so cozy now. We really need to get some of those projects out of the way so we can play on the snow tracker thingy. We're losing daylight man! Ok, that cereal sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's not made with spray foam? Nothing that is THAT healthy can be tasty. Great job guys. You have surpassed the construction of a house and have crossed over to making a home.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It is really amazing how much floors transform the space. But the real reason I love flooring is because of the next step... trim!! 😉

[@Dekn33s]

Omg wowwww I remember this being just a spot outside and now you have walls paint and now flooring!! So inspiring I’m so happy to be following this journey

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It's been a crazy year. I can't imagine what we're going to be doing in another 6 months!

[@beckycrump8831]

I read once, "There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothes". 😁☃️

[@BulletproofPastor]

TRIM TIP: Miter joints never seem to come out right and when they do they don't stay that way. I bought a rosette cutter and make my own corner blocks for doors and windows. Now I only make butt joints. It saves a bit on wasted trim but the savings of time/effort/frustration/whatever, is worth it all. It also looks great!

[@deirdreanderson7620]

I love to watch your progress, the fun your having even through the tough times and laughing at your mistakes!

[@tknoerle1451]

Neat and tidy and orderly....my favorite rules indoors or in my shop... it makes living lots easier, and ya know where everything is kept. No snow boots away from door to garage. Yay! Gotta love it!

[@TerraFirmaX]

Great progress again. You'll be done in no time

[@Samtzu]

Adding trim IS tedious, however, it completes the floor, walls, and ceiling.... it makes a room liveable.... and that flooring looks great!! Keep it up, guys!!

[@JP-tl8rr]

Congratulations on the flooring, i agree with Riley, trim work is not the most fun to do.

[@22kmclaren]

I use the same Husky workbench as my desk. 2 years of use and I'm confident saying it's the best sit/stand desk you could get, and super cheap!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We had to double take at the price because it seemed too good to be true!

[@donalddodson7365]

Well done! You make so many of these projects look simple, which of course they may not be (or there are 20 "takes" lying on the editing room floor ... (HINT: from the age of film, get it? Cutting room floor ... ) Also really liked the interspersed dog shots and cute musical score, too. Seems like the borrowed Plow Truck is becoming a major side project??? Exciting to watch you work. (PS: ordered the cereal. I am like Riley, cannot seem to get the "intermittent fasting" thing going every night ...) Blessings.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We hope you like the cereal as much as we do! It's starting to feel like a home and it makes everything so much more fun to do.

[@timfiggins7764]

Ahhh painted walls and flooring, less dust. Nice job

[@HoodBillyLife]

Awesome video as always lol

[@patrickretsel7048]

Dude magic spoon Rocks……so do you two….lol 😎

[@carlaking8632]

I especially appreciate that tip about the built-in padding. That's a new one for me 😀

[@kentuckybluegrassliving7718]

Y’all are a charming couple / love your channel your build inspiring uplifting personality’s great filming sound & editing wishing y’all much happiness great health and success keep em coming I watch daily for new post from state of Kentucky🤟👍👍👍👍

[@bchdsailor]

It's us watching that should say Thank You for sharing - you work hard, keep on smiling and we are always looking forward to next video

[@TomSilver_42]

Now you are officially settled .. as in my country there is proverb roughly translated to English as "He who has a table and a chair lives.". Enjoy what you have built. As it's nice and job well done. (for someone who haven't built a shed before)

[@davidshourd]

we did the same flooring in our N Idaho cabin a couple years ago. it is tuff stuff, holds up very well! looks great too.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is great to hear! We need tuff around here!

[@souleater32]

looks like 2 people have played Tetrisphere.lol good packing ,Riley and Courtney.Riley its like icing a cake.lol

[@georgem9554]

Looks great, ya keep that plow moving.

[@KyBrancaccio]

My wife said look, they both step on the electrical cords. Dohhh! The world needs more guitar players!

[@hollandduck79]

from the Netherlands thanks for the video AS

[@michelgalitzin685]

You guys are so fun to watch! Seeing you tackle this homestead, off grid, is really inspiring. Watching this project come together reminds me of when my wife and I took on a rehab of our then 135 year-old townhouse over thirty years ago. Rebuilding walls and ceilings was challenging and fun, but surprisingly, I really enjoyed putting the trim up- maybe because the satisfaction of seeing how it tied everything together (even when nothing was square or true). Trim work can be a real pain in the A**, but you will be super pleased with the results. Great job you two and look forward to seeing your progress.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I can't even imagine how difficult it must be to remodel something that old. I'm sure it was incredibly rewarding and an amazing transformation!

[@docnevins6894]

I have the same desk. You're going to love it!

[@Defender110SLO]

Top that you made the flor. Happy moving in day. Almost. Cheers. 🍷&🍺

[@brianscheuerman519]

Coming along great. Love how the desk can move up and down.

[@roberttribbie9179]

The floors look Great !!! I like the idea of laying it out for patronization prior to installing as well (Great idea, even if it takes longer). I was happy to see you still had the flooring after leaving it, down the hill.... those Deer Critters were looking a little sketchy !!! Desk looks good as well also that foam can ne a real pain, they (yeah "they") make a gasket that can be put on after the receptacle/switch is installed and is held in by the device cover. I looked em up real quick and "Frost King" makes em.. they are kinda Styrofoam-eee/ish. One thing with the foam is if you ever have to rework the wires, that stuff is a pain to get back out. I am late to the game (here) I looked but did not see a video addressing the wiring in the receptacles... when I see a "white" outer jacket, that usually means the wire itself is 14 AWG (American wire gauge) But, sometimes it is actually 12 AWG... I mention this because if, it is 14, it should not be put on a circuit breaker larger than 15 amps, even if you'd run 12 to a junction box and then run 14 from the junction box... then, that circuit has just been de-rated. 12 AWG is rated for no more than a 20 amp breaker but, it can be used with the lower 15 amp breaker (just not greater than 20). So generally speaking 12 AWG (as long as the run from the breaker box to the end is all 12 AWG) goes on 20 amp breakers... 14 AWG goes on 15 amp breakers... and any combination of 12/14 goes on a 15 amp breaker (because of circuit de-rating). You guys might already know this, if you don't I mean for it to be informative not critical (electrical work is Me job) If you've made it this far (reading) then I'll throw you another tidbit I learned living in Northern Maine (without know how your building is set up as a whole)... if you have a chance, put a large wood stove underneath (at least the bedroom/s) the living space. That way your comfort zone is from the floor to the ceiling and not from the waist up. when you get up in the morning you'll be putting your feet on a warm floor instead of a cold/cooler one. This is just my preference for (big/bigger) wood stoves.. I prefer ones that draw their combustion air (easy pipe work required, small stove pipe) from "outside". I came to like these very much because they pull air in for combustion from outside through metal pipe then, push warm/hot air outwards. Wood stoves that draw "room" air in for combustion will... pull cold air through any crack it can (from outside the room) for combustion... in a worse case scenario, if your standing in front of the stove you could feel a cool draft passing by you. I would say based on the area your in, you could find someone that "makes" wood stove out of boiler plate steel at a relatively low cost to meet your requirements. someone in that area might also make log splitters (far better than store bought) when you can pick one up (either store bought or not) in the long run, it will save your shoulders. Okay, I've rambled on enough, you guys are doing Great - keep us posted :) :)

[@MegaUesi]

Wow. The way you guys make it seems really easy man. You really have abilities. Keep up the good work.!!!

[@mattbennett9593]

Hi guys I really really like that desk. Peace.

[@FabiusMaximus1000]

I almost used the same flooring but decided to go with a wood laminate instead. That PVC flooring is great stuff though. Has a built in pad and is almost indestructible. Looks pretty good too! Watching this channel reminds me of watching the old home improvement channel Home Time.

[@axolotl5]

Super impressed with your attitude & willingness to take on all the challenges with a smile.

[@Tonyambc]

Snow, snow, snow! I see snowmobiling in your future. That is when you can take another break to just have fun.

[@ftkinsella]

Hey guys. It’s so much easier to lay the flooring when the next piece is ready for you. Beats getting up and down all the time. Nicely done guys. Cheers!!!

[@BradIXXI]

Looks great…..

[@markseifried3959]

Way cool the desk that adjusts height.

[@avakliers836]

So happy for you. You really wanted those floors down. Looks great

[@dakat1726]

Plowing through projects!

[@andykinnee]

Binge watching to catch up!! Great work!!!