Converting an old industrial building

We have an amazing bit of luck right from the very beginning. Join us on our adventure to convert and save this old industrial building in my home town. Every day is a new adventure.
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[@serenitypeaceandcomfort3669]

"Its like the building wants to be saved". Wow!! You know, I believe our historic buildings actually do long to be saved!🕊

[@brickandsole]

poetic way to look at it.

[@TheOldMansPicks]

From a fellow Pole, never underestimate the tenacity of a stubborn Pole. Chris, you are a beast.

[@Davett53]

Cool SCOOTER! I was a scooterist for 33 years. I own a 1985 Honda Elite 150,.....I bought it brand new in 1985. It was so cool, fun and practical if the weather was good. It was highway legal, too. Top speed: 65 mph. I never rode it on the highway, except twice, to see if it could go as fast, as advertised. It did.

[@ghmartgallery9129]

I have the same glass cutter in my art framing studio. Two suggestions, get the glass cutter mounted to the wall, and the cutter will perform better if you cut CLEAN gkass. Enjoying your channel alot!

[@Davett53]

I concur. I was a professional picture framer, for 25 years. The shop I worked out of had the glass cutter and that frame platform mounted to the wall. Keeping everything clean and dust & grit free was essential. Glass cutters are cheap enough, to replace often. A light touch is all that is needed, when scoring the glass. A tiny dab of light oil, on the cutting wheel, is useful, too.

[@garythomas4914]

I too, have used one of those glass cutters and these guys are offering solid advice. Ours was in a hardware store and we were always taught to score the glass only once, DO NOT drag the glass cutter over a previous score as it will dull it quickly. we were dealing with new glass but still made sure it was given a wipe to clean the surface being cut. love the channel!

[@brickandsole]

We were thinking a rolling vertical mount since the building is so big. But one way or another it needs to be upright.

[@Davett53]

@@brickandsole That can probably work. Mounted vertically, on a rolling cart.

[@sharonadams270]

Chris, I love your videos. You and Bob are getting things done.I love your tool room. Keep up the good work. God Bless Chris and Bob.

[@brickandsole]

Thanks again Miss Sharon!

[@steffenscholand1212]

Man, I totally feel this! I'm remodeling a 500 year old house in Southern Germany, and my problems are so similar to yours. The gutters, the shifting priorities, and keeping my tools together. Solving one problem creates another. It never ends!

[@yhwhtlc9217]

I noticed on one of your floors that there is a round weight for an exercise weight bar, you could try laying that on the glass for weight. Or, built a box with 1*x2, or 2x4, to build up the void in the class cutter area to support the overhang.. Or, use a clamp of some kind to hold the glass to the cutting board..

[@terismith3279]

You are correct, the building does provide! A sewer hook up and the three phase power was a money saver. The elevator working would be the next great thing. Keep up the good work!

[@brickandsole]

Incredible, right?

[@garyjones2582]

That was a quick 37 min... Chris have you checked on the status of the other nearby Buster Brown bldg.. That would be great if you could get some of the hardware and wooden beams out of that bldg before it's destroyed.. If you have power in your tool room, get someone to build you a charging station for all your batteries..So you always have charged batteries when needed... Chris thx for bringing us along on another adventure of the Buster Brown bldg.. See you next week... Take care my friend and God Bless.... I was reading the comments and noticed that someone suggested rolling your gloves up to keep bugs and spiders out of them.. Well, after living in Florida for many years I got used to things like that, so I put my gloves in a freezer zip lock bag..No problem with critters getting in them when I did that..

[@brickandsole]

It went to the county trustee. I sent several emails but they have not responded when I called I just get an answering machine.

[@DSGLABEL]

Organization is KEY with a project like this. Especially when you're tackling different trades. Rolling tool cart would also be a high priority. Either Habor Freight or even home made.

[@brickandsole]

you are very right. Something I am learning to get better at as with so many things on this whole process. Cart is a priority task.

[@lrrKOPF3D]

Always nice to see that it continues. Greetings from Germany

[@brickandsole]

Thanks! Greetings back at ya!

[@teresaclark5465]

That wood (planed down) is perfect for plant boxes outside, I wish I could come there in the spring because I'm an award-winning agriculturist and horticulturist, you have enough of that wood to make enough plant boxes to really make a difference. Look up images of homes landscaped with plant boxes, you'll see what I mean.

[@brickandsole]

True, and planter boxes are kind of easy to make.

[@paulaseiple336]

The Bob & Chris Show!

[@bobrobert9413]

It's all the Chris show, he just lets me tag along for the ride. Bob

[@arsteel2388]

New subscriber, pretty sweet to see how the glass is getting replaced.

[@differentbydesign23]

Lol Bob in the background being like "I haven't worked then in over a year" 😂. I felt that. Can't wait to be a retired guy like that. He seems like he is really having fun.

[@AnnHinrichs-j8z]

Exciting that you are having positive things happening.

[@kidnurse1970]

That wood is beautiful! Glad you saved it!

[@gaylemartin2381]

Awesome job guys. Love watching the progress!

[@brickandsole]

Thanks, Love ya sis

[@BNovak-f5u]

Hey Bud, I Love what you're doing down there in Charleston! Keep up the Good Work, it is WORTH IT !

[@theresawatkins-lj8pw]

I guess you are trying to get as many windows filled with glass before winter. Keep up the good work guys!!!

[@bearhardcorepicker]

More progress! Yay! Tip: Wouldn't want to make furniture out of the beams....the hotter it gets, the more the creosote liquifies and possibly will ooze out, and when they bake in the sun the creosote will smell stronger and a stronger.

[@brickandsole]

Thanks again Bear. I wonder if it was clear coated with expoxy? Maybe just an outdoor bench or something. anyway I am pretty busy and I have enough other projects that will take priority.

[@Ragnar8504]

@@brickandsole You wouldn't want to sit on anything treated with creosote, it could stain your clothes. Not sure if any finish would stick to it. I'm 99% sure in the entire EU anything treated with creosote is required to be disposed of as toxic waste, the only legal uses left are railway sleepers and electricity/telephone poles, and that includes reclaimed materials (i.e. you aren't allowed to use any of these materials in your garden). Regulations in your area might be different but I'd be careful not to introduce anything that might cause massive headaches later if they ever happened to change. Get a sliver tested and if it's creosote, better get rid of everything. Disposing of hazardous materials rarely gets cheaper over time.

[@suzzane.notsusan.1078]

That wood is beautiful after running thru plainer

[@achristiansilluminosity2596]

the support for the glass being cut needs to be clean and the path of the cutting wheel needs to be cleaned. and a little oil on the path does not hurt

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, We are learning to get along with the old thing, I almost have it sorted now.

[@bellevue260]

There's gotta be a cart of some sort in the building, shopping or otherwise, I suggest you use one for frequently used tools that you can roll around the building to wherever you are working. Prioritize getting that glass cutter mounted vertically as others suggested, it will make the glass work faster and easier! I would get that on some kind of cart too!

[@brickandsole]

there are a few, one I am going to use for the welder. I have lots of carts but don't have the perfect one for tools believe it or not. I will figure something out.

[@_scrapman4324]

There supposed to be a railing on the other end of the cutting head, also the cutting head pressure may be too high. The scoring of the glass is not supposed to be real heavy. Put some silicone on the tubes that guides the scoring head.

[@brickandsole]

nice. thanks for the tip! its a super helpful tool.

[@Davett53]

Keep those guide tubes super clean, no dust. You can even apply a light cream wax. It needs to glide, like BUTTER. No drag.

[@oldtop4682]

For metal detection get the Garrett wand. They've been at this for decades and know how to build the darn things. Go slowly over the wood (don't go fast like a TSA screener lol). That's some nice wood - there has to be test kits to determine what it was treated with. I personally would have been disinclined to mention that those gutters are copper. LOTS of copper thieves out there. The church a friend of mine went to had all the copper gutters stolen in one night. They were 60' or more off the ground. Which gives me an idea for you. Since something has to happen with that power feed anyway, have a gutter guy come out and quote the structural repair AND new gutters. There has to be a product that looks like the old ones. Then, YOU salvage the copper. Or, find out the going rate and ask the gutter guy to knock it off the price. Just a thought. Glad you finally have a tool/work room set up. Someone, has been a good influence on you......

[@brickandsole]

Okay, I will look into it. I guess Name brands are the ticket.

[@oldtop4682]

@@brickandsole I've been metal detecting for years, and even longer woodworking. Sometimes there's a good reason to buy the name brands lol. Love ya brother!

[@TheOldMansPicks]

"It matches everthing else." Gotta love Bob's dry humor.

[@ptqt25sussex5]

When putting yet enough window in, …. “Perfectly cracked “ said Bob 😂😂😂 cracked me up 😂😂😂. Who would put a hole in the guttering ? 😮😮😢😢 It’s so nice your audience supports you, whether it’s watching, liking, commenting or giving advice and support. That’s down to you “ building “ your channel. Chris settles for a dirty window, as it’s a window ! Bob says he designed it that way to fit in with everything else. 😂😂😂😂 what fun on this show, looking in a box, oh wait what’s in side we ask in eager anticipation. Bob says “nothing “. 😅

[@bobrobert9413]

I'm glad you enjoy what we do. Chris and I wise crack all day long even when the camera is off. Sometimes it's hard dirty work but still we manage to have fun doing it . I always say no one is anymore surprised at what comes out of my mouth than I am. 😂 Bob

[@brickandsole]

that is absolutely the best part!

[@limelightcinemagroup2148]

Hey Chris on the beam in the gutter instead of using wood well just right again use plexiglass a board

[@brickandsole]

nice. Somebody also mentioned Aircrete.

[@pch421054570]

Really enjoy the content Chris, thanks. BTW, with all the souls that have come and gone through that space, have you ever had a paranormal experience? Just curious.

[@brickandsole]

haha, you are not the first to ask that. Several people have inquired. the building talks at night thats for sure.

[@phillymdm]

Thanks for sharing updates

[@MrKnotWright]

somethings about the glass cutting, clean your glass, also clean your glass cutter and oil the tracks so it slide smoother, and Yes it will work better if its standing up, or if you make some supports for the glass when its laying flat, you don't want to put pressure on the glass while you are cutting, its better to support the whole piece of glass.

[@wingerfan1]

Loving the updates. Glad you're getting the gutters all cleaned out and ready for another winter. What are you thinking in regards to heating options? Can't wait to see the bathrooms done. You could do something pretty simple that would serve its purpose.

[@brickandsole]

thinking mini splits. Can install them without a license too.

[@wingerfan1]

@@brickandsole pretty affordable and practical option.

[@MidwestMamasAdventures]

Hey. Check those black gloves for brown recluse spiders. I have been bit before at work. It was hiding in my gloves.

[@bobrobert9413]

I always worry about that! I roll my gives up at home for that reason. Bob

[@_scrapman4324]

Hang the glass cutter on the wall. It’s easier to use when it’s hanging on the wall.

[@brickandsole]

Thats the plan, or a rolling vertical cart or something.

[@Davett53]

It helps if your glass is pretty clean, before scoring it. Dirt and dust impede the cutting wheel.

[@MrKnotWright]

Like the previous comment, that "water valve" outside near the sewer cleanout is the Fire Department valve, so you probably should ask the City about it, you might not be able to tie in your "domestic water supply" to that. The joys of a commercial building

[@bobrobert9413]

That valve outside is no longer in use we have a separate water line ran into the building that we utilize. Bob

[@MrKnotWright]

@@bobrobert9413 I figured you had it all under control already :-D

[@Davett53]

Wind blows dirt into gutters, and fallen leaves, rot and become soil.

[@cfherrmann362]

That's compost you've got up there!

[@brickandsole]

yeah, it was a lot.

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Anyone else saying just walk out the 2nd floor window and walk on the roof? Must need more content haha!

[@bellevue260]

Was thinking the same thing!

[@deandigiacomo2010]

👍👍

[@Reaglesracing44_]

@4:26 that is your sprinkler system shut off water supply. the blue handle comes off and is used to open and close the supply. only the FD or local company’s have the keys if it has a lock

[@brickandsole]

yes, a wonder nobody has walked off with that handle in a whole century.

[@asbestomolesto]

The white shade around some of your footage (9:50 for example) is caused by dirt on the lenses of your phone. Be sure to clean them especially when filming against any light source because everything became white and blurry :)

[@82ndairbornevet]

ChrisBob, you totally lucked out with the sewage line, if that works out it will definitely save you a ton of money! I’m happy you were able to find it. Are you sure that the beams are treated with creosote and not LOSP? I’m not there, so I can’t smell it but they would kind of smell similar. LOSP might smell of kerosene. Keep on truckin’ 😎

[@brickandsole]

in the next few weeks we will be having a licensed plumber give us a quote.

[@cindybanks6844]

Finally, thought we lost you

[@brickandsole]

I just keep on tickin!

[@VenturaIT]

metal flashing for the inside of the gutters but check the other gutters for how they did it

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, I will go around and check on the opposite side.

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

Better call Miss Dig before you dig for water lines. You cut a utility wire it will be big dollars. Better safe than sorry. Doesn’t cost to have them ome out.

[@brickandsole]

The stage agency came out and spray painted everything for us.

[@edwardsierpowski3839]

Have you considered filling that rotted roof beam space by the gutter with aircrete (a form concrete) you could inject it into the space then trowel away the excess?

[@brickandsole]

No. but that sounds like a great idea. I'll KZbin it. Cheers.

[@Theoldchum]

Since you have plenty of power, perhaps you can install high efficiency heat pumps to heat and cool the building.

[@brickandsole]

We are going to go with mini splits in the front.

[@louderone6133]

Creosote for building structures was a slightly different formula, a bit thinner and pressure applied a bit different than lets says todays railroad ties. It soaked in much easier and it soaked in much deeper. Once creosote is in the wood, it is not coming out. Plane it and make a workbench out of it and them paint over it is about all you can do to it, to repurpose it.

[@brickandsole]

that is very likely the answer to the mystery. Cheers!

[@RogerEbert-vy5pv]

Yes, the glass cutter needs to be vertical.

[@snowman3630]

GDAY CHRIS I THOUGHT THAT YOU COULD USE THAT FLEX SEAL PRODUCT FOR ANY SEALING OR WEATHER PROOFING LIKE ON THE WOOD REPLACEMENT BEHIND THE GUTTER YOU CLEANED , COMES IN SPRAY OR PAINT CANS YOU BRUSH ON , SO CHECK IT OUT AND SEE , HOPE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE WELL TAKE CARE BROTHER 🤘🤘

[@brickandsole]

Thanks for the tip. I will KZbin it. Flex seal.

[@travisreed5609]

If I had to guess that old sewer line has collapsed and full of roots and soil at this point , those old clay tiles was well known for that .

[@brickandsole]

it was actually put in, in the 80s. not the original line. It is thick ABS sewage pipe. Not sure about the original stuff it's on the other side of the building.

[@bellevue260]

It's worth it to have a gutter guy come in and give you an estimate to do the gutter and beam repairs. Your time has value and may be better spent elsewhere, and you may be surprised at what the repairs actually cost.

[@brickandsole]

We really need to do the entire building, but there is so much roof work to do.

[@threepapillondogs]

Check the proximity rules regarding water and sewage lines before you dig 😀

[@brickandsole]

yeah, we will hire a plumper with a yearly up to date license with the city they will know what to do. I would get myself in trouble

[@TheOldMansPicks]

You really need at least an outfeed table or stand to support the lumber as you're making those planing passes. I was thinking that a pinpointer like those used for metal detecting might work better for you. Check out the ones from Garrett (Garrett Carrot).

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, you are so right, those are nice especially with the sleds for advancing the material you are cutting.

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

You need new wipers on the bucket truck.

[@markfrye9178]

Have you had good luck with that metal scanner?

[@brickandsole]

nope. haha. need a better approach.

[@bbiskner]

It’s probably electric puddy you put it where the conduit goes through the wall

[@cferguson3368]

Really old pine will smell like turpentine.

[@Davett53]

As a rule, we always cut our window glass, a tiny bit less than the actual size,...a narrow 1/8 inch, that will prevent the corners from cracking, or an irregular opening or a burr, from causing them to break.

[@stubstub8092]

First!

[@brickandsole]

Quickdraw stubstub8092!

[@dorrismesser9116]

Is the building a historic building can't you get help from the historic society

[@brickandsole]

don't want to register it because then they control what you can and can't do and I am barely able to do it as it is. Sadly.

[@Davett53]

I THOUGHT YOU GUYS WERE GOING TO USE PLEXI-GLASS,..NOT GLASS. YOU MIGHT WANT TO RECONSIDER, IF PUNK KIDS ARE GOING TO BE BREAKING THEM, EVERY OTHER TIME.

[@bobrobert9413]

Right now we are just concerned with the front rooms so we are using what's on hand. But yes the big picture is plexiglass. Bob

[@fillg]

Easiest way to see how far down the sewer pipe is: Light a match and drop it down the cleanout DO NOT DO THIS! it was a joke. Lit match plus sewer gas could go BOOM!

[@bobrobert9413]

@@fillg I got the humor in it unfortunately my match kept going out😂 Bob

[@brickandsole]

that would make a hot mess. Lol.

[@arklite360]

💝🙏Always Fishburn Co Durham, THAT WOOD HAS BEEN BURNT, just how it looks to me, anyways get your backs to it 🦾🛠️