Construction of a MEGA sized Modern Home PT 56 | Pocket Door and Stair Framing

[@kiwigeeknz]

I don’t even care how many episodes this build takes at this point. I’m just treating it as my twice a week free therapy session.

[@jefff6167]

Really appreciate that you guys are willing to show us the your successes and failures. Very classy.

[@oldgordo61]

Not only that but willing to show it with the homeowner right there. And that says to me that Brock knows they are highly skilled pros in building houses and has full confidence and trust in them.

[@danhunik7949]

When I installed pocket doors in my new house I was advised to take the hardware bag and staple it to the door jam. This way it wont get lost in the shuffle. Also dont forget to install the rubber bumper door stop in the wall.

[@PerkinsBuilderBrothers]

That’s a really good tip

[@thomasmitchell6921]

Best Build Series Every episode is different and interesting

[@jeanetteandersen-wv2ty]

Watching you layout stairs reminds me of my Dad laying out railings and stairs and winding stairs in steel. Building them in the shop . Them installing them painted ready to go. With no profit. Just measurements. Jamie reminds me of him. Go Perkins.

[@adsctadsct1227]

This is a fascinating build. Thanks for sharing with us. Having lived in a two story house most of my life and having all my parents, grandparents and great grandparents living into the 90's i have seen them visit and struggle with stairs, particularly winder style stairs with the triangular steps. With lifts now cheap if i had my time over again i would have installed a lift. This would also have helped access when a family member broke an ankle This house build has room for one.

[@DavidJames-it8ne]

I built stairs for my house years ago. By the time I finally got them right, I swore I'd never build another two-story house just because of building stairs. I was so tired of measuring and checking. Good to see even the professionals struggle a little with them.

[@larrybulthouse455]

Who said their professionals A professional would not struggle with a simple mathematical equation by measuring height and division. The construction has become a laughing stock just like the USA.

[@DavidJames-it8ne]

@@larrybulthouse455@larrybulthouse455, Thanks for your comment. I do consider them professionals. Even good ole Tom Silvia sometimes struggled to translate what he had in his head into the material he was using the first time. "Professionals" don't always make the struggle visible to the world. These guys do, and I think that brings a genuineness to things, almost a comradery. I've watched them for some time and I can say I've learned to be more patient with my own projects as some things might take a second try. Happy building.

[@BobDorfman]

I loved your discussion about the pocket door. I installed a hangar thingy on our laundry room wall and mounted it with screws that went right into the pocket door in the inside of the wall. Smart. Very smart.

[@Gantorin]

My boss received his Perkins tumbler that a coworker and I bought for him for Christmas since him and I both watch your content. He loves it. Now I need to get something.

[@apdj94]

20:43 that’s a good lesson for any job, any task, anything

[@ryanrents126]

I have a good book on house framing. About 25% of it is on stairs, about 25% is on rafters, and the rest covers everything else. I believe that's pretty indicative! It's nice when you're the framer, the trim guy, and the flooring guy so you can think ahead when building stairs and hopefully avoid a problem months down the road.

[@aaron.silveira]

What’s the title? Always interested in a good construction book!

[@MyOathCobLoaf]

Yeah definitely agree about doing everything. I’m currently doing finish work full time and working behind framers and plasterers who don’t care about their work really sucks 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@ryanrentsnc7371]

I think it was one of those old Stanley books, they have one for every aspect of construction. If I find it I'll post bit nothing mind blowing.

[@michaelneumann2581]

So I decided to build my home addition myself instead of using a builder/contractor. And the most valuable lesson I've learned from this show has been, as Erik said, "not to lose my crap when something goes wrong." I'm a high strung person already and I think this one lesson has not only kept me from giving up, but also prevented my marriage from exploding. 😂

[@nw6gmp]

8:45 build them a two tier closet... then they can hang up clothes and jackets on the upper level during the off season.

[@kennel1102]

Got a kick out of you guys talking about accidentally drilling into a pocket door. I did that once and beat myself up over it. Glad to hear the pros have done it as well!

[@jameshwalker]

Pro tip- when installing the studs on the side of the pocket doors, use lvl studs. They cost more and only come in 16ft lengths but is much stronger and always straight!

[@jamespppyacek342]

They IS! Wow!

[@mgb1974]

TRUTH! Lsl's are the only way i set up a pocket door. Nominal lumber will bow the majority of the time. So many people have a negative opinion/experience with pocket doors due to sub par installation. Elite Pro Tip = soft close hardware!

[@jameshwalker]

@@mgb1974 you can never go wrong with the Johnson soft close or soft open hardware! Worth every penny!!

[@benm9193]

The sooner you realize that life is the same as construction the better of you will be. Construction and Life is just an endless series of problems that you have to solve while trying to have with as much fun as you can along the way!!! I enjoy watching you solve your problem and try to use your lessons learned when I can. That way I can encounter new and interesting problems to solve.

[@WilliamPuetz-q4k]

Jay is one crazy guy. I worked with a guy like Jay but his name was Gary. Great guy best friend ever.

[@hoosierrifleman9633]

Pro tip. Rip LSL's or LVL's to dimension for your pocket door studs. Dead straight and you dont have to use self tapping screws.

[@aaronoconnell1597]

We build houses and we did it. Same here. It's true amongst all people and professions. That just hit home for me

[@MSeroga]

Often an overconfident builder will make mistakes that a cautious and slow homeowner/DIYer will not :)

[@philomenahearn1717]

Wow those views are going to be stunning from that house

[@TrevonHall-lw6or]

I’ve never been this early to a video! I admire the quality and detail that you guys put into your builds and videos. I can’t wait to see this finished house!

[@marshalltille7770]

Stay tuned. Completion is scheduled for the 5th Tuesday of February in the 13th month of 2026. 😂

[@rrebaza]

Me too got just 19 minutes after being posted

[@doggy255]

@1:32 did they dimension everything to framing or finished wall? Also, skipping wall thickness on dimensions is bad practice. Dimension to framing with a continuous line. Wall construction should be noted, too. With a sheet for typical interior and exterior wall sections.

[@nekkishamoore5974]

Jay makes my day never a dull moment " Love it"

[@AB-ke2lw]

Above the closet could be an interesting area for more storage. Many modern homes dont have enough storage.

[@Macho_936]

Perkins, I genuinely enjoy all the videos you post, and I’m sure much work goes into them. My only issue is that they are only 20 minutes long 😢. I could honestly watch you guys for at least 30-40 minutes. Erik, I need your help with this 😅

[@daasebre]

Those Johnson pocket door kits instructions were very tricky for me the first time i installed one, but its a very simple process.

[@DannyFinley-qg9ct]

My Dad has always said "fix it and move on". I tend to get frustrated when things don't go as planned, but I always remember his saying and it helps. Great video guys! The house is looking awesome!

[@geargodextreme]

The view from that giant window is gorgeous

[@gman5051]

Hello.. great show ! Was an elevator or a chase for a future elevator ever discussed? Just seems like the type of house that you would want one …thanks

[@frankbunting2729]

You and your team are really so good every video you make

[@davidrussell9078]

Kyle was wearing his Perkins Building Brothers Tool belt,looking good.Sat.video he got three Brand New pieces of construction equipment + a land plane attachment.Wow!

[@arresthillary9502]

15:30 Brock just hanging out watching you waste his money🤣

[@Kyharra]

Lmao I think I'd do the same thing 😂 only because it's interesting

[@rosemarywilliams1052]

Love watching PERKINS BUILDER BROTHERS! THE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY THAT ROCKS 😅

[@ramellesmith1520]

Guess y’all miss your Cardinal Coffee deliveries during the Modern (retirement) Home Build! That stuff had me cringing! Grateful for infotainment as always PBB and crew ~ ❤❤❤

[@jemmaelle]

❤

[@pamelahousley7543]

You guys are a hoot - love following y’all’s channel.

[@MSeroga]

"We build houses, and we did it..." is a reason why you did it lol. A typical homeowner/DIYer who has very little confidence in themselves will double, triple, quadruple check before doing something and often avoid mistakes of a overconfident pro :)

[@sk58er]

I love this channel, I’ve learned a lot from y’all! Happy holidays boys

[@Georgewilliamherbert]

Jay cage dancing wasn't what I was expecting, but in retrospect...

[@sverrekoxvold3834]

Amazed by your mental dexterity re inches and 1/8th etc. really old. reminds me of when there were shilling/pence/half crowns, ha’penny etc. fortunately the rest of the world has gone metric and with cm/millimetres.

[@jefff6167]

Our home has two pocket doors, both are original to the home which was built in 1961. They work great, never any problems with either. Guess they don’t make ‘em like that anymore.

[@salvadorsepulveda6415]

That closet to the ceiling will make a good area for an elevator later on.

[@debby8428]

Another great video! I am very interested in pocket doors so this helped a lot. Also - yes stairs are a pain in the behind. Glad we aren't the only ones who struggle!

[@omantoodle2437]

Fantastic video. The stairs are very complicated…thanks for the insight

[@thasen42]

I love watching every episode and the laughs are great. Thank you

[@rchauser57]

I still see y’all doing all the concrete work. A lot of just plain hard work. Good to see you also using your heads. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@tedspens]

The project is really moving along. Pretty soon we'll be putting windows in!

[@robertcookjr6100]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you!!

[@chrismorton9736]

Hey guys love your show..... For that unusually high.... closet you could build a mechanism to elevate the close giving double the closet space.

[@1packatak]

I bet there is some kind of closet rod system that would be used in a handicapped housing situation that might work. Great idea

[@baldyoldfart5828]

in the UK a rain day is where everyone goes to the pub...

[@moonpie21012]

That’s every day in the UK😂

[@marshalltille7770]

Wish I could join. I’m not in construction, but what the hell. A nice hole in the wall with cold beer and basic food.

[@rickycanterbery4156]

The videos for this house are fare apart so I’ve been watching the modern house build and the office and fire pit great videos keep them coming guys

[@edgarudaundo1408]

Longer video please love watching you guys. Your guys are funny and skilled carpenters.

[@Hungryman504]

Great job guys. Enjoying the build.

[@jamespppyacek342]

Great that the owner showed up to watch your stairway struggle! No matter how understanding, mellow, or cool a person is, having them watch is unnerving. I once had to spend an hour up in an attic with my clipboard figuring out a complex wiring diagram because the owner was in the house, and I couldn't concentrate with him walking around. There was blown-in fiberglass, and it was about 110 up there and I had to wear a Tyvek suit, safety goggles, mask, hat and headlamp and gloves. When I came down I literally peeled off my t-shirt and wrung it out.

[@jacobecorder]

I did the 3/4 subfloor on my pocket doors to make em stronger in a 2x4 wall. It did work well and stable

[@gregsidel3557]

Thank you for the video Eric and Jamie and the crew very good

[@zephanspencer4202]

I love that you guys show your mistakes. Keep it up!

[@tjerkheringa937]

Is this level o goofing, improvisation and winging it normal in your projects?

[@marcusjohnson8739]

Just got my Perkins tool belt today🎉

[@matthewcoon1836]

always great and enjoy watching you

[@jamespppyacek342]

So... how'd ya finally fix the stringer?

[@johnval8777]

Glad to finally see a JCB on site

[@rickdeschenes1598]

Doorknob blocking. What is it, why do it? Figure out where each doorknob will hit the wall. Place a 2x4 sidewards to allow it, the doorknob, to hit the sheetrock, but the blocking would not allow the knob to make a hole.

[@langtrybuilt3899]

Get rid of the Johnson pocket door! I hate pocket doors myself as I do exactly what you guys do! Invest in a cavity slider , it's a bit pricey, but you won't be disappointed... Great videos!

[@donovandavidsonAlton]

That was fun and very enlighten my day.

[@creylacoste4981]

Leave the ceiling out of that coat closet. Left the rock guys that you want the inside finished to the roof. If you could hold a straight face and film it that would be HALAROUS

[@jkleem4234]

The ol chimney chase rock job

[@paullarose186]

Where can I find that cardinal hoodie, it looks amazing!

[@bernardtenpas9493]

You can cut those aluminum pocket door tracks with a skill say. Much cleaner cut and way quicker. It also won't damage the rollers when they get installed by the trimmer.

[@Kristina_Australia]

4:49 Ray reminds me of the singer from ZZ top (early 80's) with his sunglasses and long beard 😎 😅😅

[@munkydotorg]

Both loathe and love pocket doors. They are great until they are not. My old house had one for the kitchen that broke shortly after buying the house. Got jammed and wouldn’t fully open or close. Cut out most of it with a sawzall, ripped out the trim and boxed in a new finish frame, permanent opening. Fun times.

[@TheGreatRandom]

Great episode!! ❤❤❤ so much done and so much left to go. 😮

[@albertsandberg]

I had an old pocket door with nail marks from the panel shot on the wall :D So yeah, happens all the time.

[@karlshomeremodeling123]

I glad to see that I am not the only one who goofs up on stair stringers. Sometimes I think I get this mental block with the numbers and then I am just like frozen. That's even using my construction app. I think if the construction app could speak it would be laughing at me. Good job

[@NGUNOW]

Thank you for the video!

[@slim.vipermusic4047]

Am from jamaica and i enjoy watching your guys content . Love them keep doing the great

[@jeffhammer9958]

Crowder pocket door hardware is the best and I use Lsl to frame the pocket. All that thin metal bows too much and conventional lumber will just twist and bow even worse. Love the build though guys. Great work. (Trim carpenter here)

[@Wyndu777]

Rainy season! uuuugghhh!!! We're working underground construction in rainy season too!!!

[@tii2015]

That was a fun video! Great job!

[@skunkhome]

Stairs can be a real pain. Nothing like tripping going up or down a set of stairs that was laid out in properly.

[@1MillionMileRoadTrip]

Y’all guys are the best…

[@rrebaza]

Hello guys, ya make a great show. i was wondering how much does a House like that costs Completely finished ready to use. I live in Lima Peru.

[@TheGreatRandom]

Pocket doors are great until you need to install a towel bar on the wall and screw into the door. Or scrape it up trying to use a stubby screw 😅

[@PerkinsBuilderBrothers]

Yep… haha!

[@bigvegass]

I used 3/4" ply in the Johnson pocket door frame. That and the sheetrock, it's ery sturdy and you can use 1 inch screws and they hold like mad. Johnson makes a clip to hold and screw the plywood to the metal frame. 1515-ply is the part number.

[@marshalltille7770]

Nope, never happened. Joking.

[@andrewoakeshott8931]

Hoping to see what if any smart wiring gets installed

[@3phil]

Can't miss watching you guys .😅😅😅😅🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿

[@tirthmewada7558]

i just love what you gaiz are doing. love from India ,your videos are really informative and entertaining also . It's really different kind of construction as compared to here in India where every thing is made out of concrete and brick . Gaining information from your videos keep up the great work .

[@jcrotty18]

For pocket doors we only frame with LVL regardless of lumber dimension to ensure they stay aligned and are easy to mod in the future.

[@bionicman6969]

The thing about this old red mountain clay is the more you try and trudge through it the more it stacks up and clings to your boots and refuses to come off, swear I've had 10lbs of it clinging to each foot building in SW Virginia Tennesee and North Carolina but love these mountains.

[@PBoss0]

THE UPPER SECTION OF THE FLOOR-TO-CEILING COAT CLOSET CAN BE MADE INTO A SECRET STORAGE ACCESSED FROM THE ROOM ABOVE.

[@kerryscott2552]

i watch all your ep yous are good and funney

[@heavyd7623]

Yall call it a rain day there here in Good Texas we call a rain out where go back home aka the bar

[@TheAsjdj]

Love the new intro. So good!

[@Galerak1]

Comment for Jay - For peak sarcasm, when receiving a drink that's only half full you use the phrase "Ya know? You'd sell more if you filled 'em" 😉🤣 or... ask if they have any scissors so you can cut the top off and make it look full lol

[@andrebraga]

The house is looking beautiful guys! Why don't you put a skylight at the top of the stairs?

[@chriscampbell9195]

Great video! I think it was more a reflection of each brands lead and not so much the pencil itself though. Which pencil felt best in your hand? Which pencil do you think will hold up over time? Which sharpener worked best? Which pencil would be your go too and why?

[@Roy-yt2bt]

When we did pocket doors, we would use the track that came with the kit. But throw away the studs that came with it. And we would use lvl studs for the actual studs.(Strong and straight) But we only did pocket doors in 2x6 walls.

[@Hillbilly007-yd9gu]

You guys are crazy love your videos.

[@1leggeddog]

I installed a pocket door for my bathroom and im super proud of that

[@Mecknificent]

It's hilarious to me how even the pros can struggle with stairs. I appreciate you showing all the trial and error! I think I spent a month cutting template risers out of foam board before I felt brave enough to cut into a proper 2x12. Thanks for the video!

[@IronSikh44]

The coat closet could have a ledge on top for some nice display items. Hard to dust but would save having to build an empty cavity at that height. You guys are very patient dealing with the audibles being called on the fly.

[@hopeisenough1317]

I wonder if stairs having a different rise will cause tripping. I remember a video back in the day about nyc subway stairs, but that was only 1 stair being out of wack.

[@stevehillard203]

Great team that seem to have a lot of fun, look forward to every video! The choice of your sponsors makes absolutely no difference to me, I’ll watch your videos because I enjoy the content and the antics of all involved. Keep up the great work!