DIY Couple Installs LP SmartSide on their 1970's Mobile Home

[@TwelveAcres]

I'm so glad you went with the LP Smartside! Looks so nice!

[@diyfferent]

Hey guys! We've been thinking about you lately. You're the ones who really inspired us to go with LP SmartSide! Did you ever paint your siding? How is the project coming along?

[@TwelveAcres]

@@diyfferent We still haven't painted it, but the siding looks just as new now as it did the day we installed it! Hopefully this fall we'll finally get it all done 100%. But my husband is possibly going to be having back surgery soon, so the house may just have to wait a bit longer. :)

[@diyfferent]

Oh I hope he is doing okay. We wish you all the best. You guys have done a great job on the house and I can imagine how tough it's been! You had some big walls to do. It will get done :) Thanks for stopping by.

[@Hallnout]

We've been considering this material for our farmhouses covered porch. Great work. Found your channel the other day. Thanks for the video. Just curious where you live? Thanks

[@diyfferent]

@@Hallnout Thank you and we're happy that you found us! We are in Michigan.

[@fernbrisot325]

Apart from the foundation and some framing, you and Ashley basically built an entire house. You are an amazing couple, and are an inspiration to your viewers. I can't wait until you start on the other parts of your property!

[@rscott7005]

I would happily buy any house that you two had remodeled, because I know it would be done right and to perfection. WOW, what a team! And here in Texas, we always use plastic weedcloth under mulch because it's true, it keeps it in place and sure pays for itself in the end.

[@mjc42701]

Looks awesome! I bet your property value has more than quadrupled, with the land you have, I can see why you bought this place, you guys have made that place a home again. 😊

[@dougwebb6193]

I am retirement age at 65 and have always renovated the homes we live in. Nothing has changed as We are improving the house We have now. I do not watch any TV anymore but KZbin is normal now. You Folks are My favorite Internet Family!

[@diyfferent]

Wow, thanks! Yea, we watch a lot of KZbin, we haven't watched 'tv' in a very long time!

[@susanknight8961]

They are favorite too. Such good souls.

[@pamkaufman3662]

The siding is looking great! Belle to the rescue with the bee was priceless! Loved it!

[@ARTSIEBECCA]

I think its so neat the whole family helps.

[@lisamartonegomez9812]

Looks great guys!

[@NYMusic89563]

The way it should be 🙏🏻

[@maryannanderson1744]

I do too.

[@knittingnana2939]

Belle is a most excellent helper when she's taking a break from being a jr entomologist .

[@reneebrown9391]

I love how encouraging your are with Belle's interests - especially in regards to nature. I can see her as an environmental scientist in the future!

[@beckyhp7776]

In my humble opinion, gutters are a must to protect your foundation and siding. Siding looks great!

[@metamud8686]

Plus opportunity for rainwater catchment

[@suzi1980]

I enjoy Belle's bug breaks.

[@TheMalcomT]

Love how Bell is as fearless as her momma. Oh, nice scream Doug. LOL Looking great guys.

[@MarysPlace]

It is looking Great.... Again it is so refreshing to see such compassion even for a Bee that is so sweet thank you for being you.

[@Some1sAngel]

Belle to the rescue! Always ready to help save her Dad from those pesky bees! The house is looking great you two! I'm a little surprised to hear that you don't want to put up gutters. I feel it'll solve most, if not all, of the splash back problems entirely. As others have stated before me, mulch won't provide the kind of protection you're looking for, as it will break down into the soil over time and need replacing. Gravel/rocks with a fabric underlayment would provide a better, more cost-effective solution over the long run.

[@grannianni7681]

Tell Bell she looked so adorable in her hat and outfit! She seems like such a sweetie! Love the siding! Blessings

[@kathyusa-iowa5137]

Belle is becoming quite the helper. I think she enjoys helping with the house projects. Belle also makes a great savior from the bees. Good thing she's there for you, right Doug? 😉 Great progress so far everyone. Great team effort!! 👍🎉✅

[@lindapeterson7166]

Hi Doug & Ashley,I am so excited to see your siding being put on! Yeah!You have outdone yourselves!Your home is beautiful 👍👏

[@diyfferent]

Thanks so much!

[@joycejones6015]

Your attention to detail is everything Doug! No one would ever be able to tell that a professional contractor didn’t do your renovations! I’ve said it before but I have to say it again,” you are a very talented young man”!💕

[@diyfferent]

Thanks!

[@rikkitikkitavi997]

Your attention to detail is what impresses me so much. I see some jobs on videos and it’s hurry, hurry to see how quick it’s all done. I always wonder about the quality. Y’all are so patient and take your time with everything. We see you solidly rebuilding your house. I hope when you’re though you really get to rest and enjoy your home. It looks beautiful. Thanks for giving us something interesting to watch.

[@yvonnezyirek5167]

Doug dont even feel bad with that bee 🤣🤣🤣 I would have acted thr same way...thank goodness for Belle!!! She just came in with such a calming demeanor and swoop no more bee.

[@gigieyre]

Save all the plastic that the siding is wrapped with. You can use it under the mulch for around the house. Those caterpillars are poisonous. I didn't know that and learned the hard way. They aren't deadly but wow!! When it pokes you with the black "stinger" thing. Yowza!! Rain when you are trying to get an outside job finished is the worse! We need rain so badly. If I attempt to paint my garage door, I know it will rain. Everything looks fantastic!

[@beteeho]

Great idea for repurposing the plastic ♻️

[@sharonnowlin2297]

Your home already looks just like a brand new home. Everything that your family does looks perfect!! You did some of the best chalking I have ever seen and made it look easy !!!

[@carolinebeck807]

He made It look so easy! I am so in awe of this family's talent.

[@PatriotAcresinTexas]

First I have say that caulking job at the end was like artwork, I so enjoyed watching you do that to perfection. I've caulked quite a bit in my time, and have never had it come out so flawlessly. Also, those ninja ladder skills you sowed when you dropped the nail gun was nothing short of remarkable. This video was a joy to watch, you did an incredible job with finess! Bravo you two on a job well done!

[@robstephens]

Looking good. Pea gravel would be good to place around the perimeter of the house, and since you don't have gutters, you could put in some corrugated perforated pipe under the gravel to carry the water away from the house.

[@LW707]

Ashley’s assistance is very impressive. Looking good!!!

[@ggmax2958]

Belle to the rescue. Your family has all kinds of talent. It is looking so good.

[@bluemoon3927]

You two are a class act! 🌟 It is so exciting to see the house near completion 💕💕 The finish is impressive

[@Aiko2-26-9]

Belle has become a great worker, just like her mom and dad. Good job, Belle!

[@cherylemaybury9967]

In Australia we don’t get the choice on using rain gutters on our houses, it’s essential. We have so many droughts that every house has it’s own rain water tank so the rain water that runs off the roof is caught and saved. It’s used for gardening unless you live in a rural area then it’s used for everything. I spent many years living out of town with rain water being all we had and I much prefer it. We had concrete holding tanks that kept the water cooler and several filters on the system so the water tasted wonderful. The house looks awesome. Great job on getting the siding up. It’s good to see Belle helping out. She’s growing up so much.

[@Sampson2833]

I am really impressed with your daughter...her interest and willingness to protect and learn about living beings....capturing and relocating the bee, investigating the fluffy caterpillar, and her playing with a baby garter snake (previous video). You are definitely raising inquisitive and caring children. Just what the world needs more of, thank you.

[@virginiareid5336]

Wonderful job. I was tickled to see Bell helping. She has gotten so much taller then when I first joined the channel.

[@terristeen7214]

I don't usually say anything but I'm here. I love watching you both work. Great job!

[@jackiegardner9128]

Belle to the rescue getting the bee😉

[@jesusisGod1434]

This took me an hour to watch because I had to stop and wash and scrub my floor, then I would break and watch a little....thank you for the upload! You inspire me to do more! Great work family! 👍🏼❤️

[@mrrs8118]

And Belle saves the day! 😊. Siding is beautiful!

[@galady8632]

I had to laugh out loud around the 15:00 mark. The foot action to recover the nailgun was quick thinking. One must be resourceful when one is on a ladder! Your home is looking awesome. It is comforting to know families such as yours still exist. Such pride and teamwork is awe-inspiring. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@journeyspastlightahead1606]

I so love your patients, perseverance, your talent. You guys truly inspire me Great job it’s looking gorgeous!

[@davepelfrey3958]

Looks amazing all. Attention to detail is spot on. Loved how Miss Belle had to come to the rescue. Again, Great job, Great family.

[@pamalapeterson5352]

Siding....hurrah!.....but....I know when this is done you have a to do list already waiting for you to continue on.....God bless y’all and stay safe and healthy M

[@Fannieannie2024]

I couldn't be happier for you guys. I watched you when you were in the white & red mobile home till now. Such hard workers doing all the hard work to accomplish your dreams. God bless you four!

[@TRX450RVlogger]

I gotta say, you're good with your caulk lol. If I were you guys I'd use Gravel around the paremtor of the house rather then mulch because Mulch will attract alot of critters/bug close to the house amd also it hold mouster and the blocks may wick up moister. Over all I love your videos.

[@michelenorton3816]

Vlogger I was thinking the same thing. Mulch will splash also, hold moisture, attracts all kinds of bugs. I switched to 610 rock this year and love it. Research before opening the mulch

[@DonnaDeMasi]

It’s coming out perfect and you have the cutest helpers.

[@AfterTheRains]

Looks so good. I can imagine people giving directions using your house as a guide - pass the beautiful white house with the blue door!

[@EC4400]

That white looks sharp. So nice to see Belle joining the team. That is light at the end of the tunnel. 👏👏

[@lynnhamps7052]

Looks fantastic, really hard to believe this is a mobile home...Belle is amazing, def has signs of being a vet or suchlike :)

[@jacksonrileyjones]

There is no feeling like seeing your project finally come into focus as a finished project.

[@dragonflyhill5748]

I prefer rock or pebbles to mulch. It never has to be replaced. Besides it makes a fire barrier. Love rock flower beds. Yay!! Progress!!

[@RichBurris2]

OMG just how great this is looking. I remember when the demo started and how sorry I felt for you guys but now look how far you've come. You guys are tenacious.

[@Fraloob]

Your attention to detail is outstanding. Everything is finished to such a high standard.

[@myfathersdaughter324]

Miss Belle, you are fearless ❤. I love the texture on the siding, I just can't believe how thin it is. Our home in NZ has 60 year old siding, very thick and wide, yes it is a pain to repaint. Looking polished as ever guys.

[@mlm7598]

Awesome and then some! I love the looks of the siding and that is is lap rather than the vertical T-111. It is absolutely wonderful. The ease of it even tho lengthy in time is amazing. I just am blown away with how it is turning around..........the whole project and everything you have done is really mind blowing. It proves for sure that we as people can do anything we set out minds to. Even a apprentice can learn to do things and carry thru what they know starting small and getting to the point that you guys have come. I totally consider you mentors and educators as to do things that don't have to be the way everything else is done, but done DIYfferently and still what a gorgeous project and home. You are both just amazing! Absolutely no words to explain it all..............I just love all you have done and will use some of your wise ideas in the future! God bless Keep on keeping on.......................WOW

[@ericpacker6240]

I love that Belle is getting involved with the building! What a skill set she will have when she’s older. Y’all are great parents! Examples of hard work and humility.

[@sydneywood4398]

Some people suggest a 2-3' perimeter around the house with plastic covered by rock (pea gravel, River or white rocks). Not only would that take care of the splash on the side of the house, but it keep bugs away and gives you a clear path for maintenance and ladders. I would recommend rain gutters. You definitely want the water away from your foundation, especially if you build a grade going away from the house. Someone else mentioned a French drain, also not a bad idea depending on the slope around your house.

[@paulaharvey1111]

Darling Belle is a worker just like her mother and father!!!! She seems precious!!!

[@mommabscrochetkitchen2439]

Bell! Hero of the day! Great job keeping dad safe! Such a beautiful blessing you are! (Dad: "I'm not getting up there! There's a 🐝! Bell: "Hold my beer! Ain't no bumblekin gonna mess with my dad!...😂😂)

[@yvonnefitts5229]

" Hold my fuzzy worm"....hahahahaha

[@charlesvincett84]

Great example of how families work together! Refreshing to see!😃👍

[@histarfish]

The house is looking fantastic! Belle’s hair is beautiful.

[@nellcrabb5916]

You guys rock! Ashley I am in awe of you going so far up that ladder to get that siding up top! I could not have done that even in my younger years. Awesome job as usual!❤️👌👍🏻

[@suesmith5033]

I'm surprised you aren't doing gutters as a rain catchment to water garden, flowers, animals.. I use big barrels and love it. Looks great guys!

[@terricheney1724]

Lovely Belle the Queen Bee Catcher! The house is looking awesome guys!!

[@yellowranger2214]

Belle saving his Dad from the bee haha! Sooo cute!

[@Beecozz7]

*her dad

[@corneillececil823]

I love the white siding, it looks like it is a quick install with those two little wooden guides you made and that adapted nail gun!

[@mimis-girls7935]

Bell is amazing! The house looks great!

[@1ninjatiger]

I laughed so much at Doug squealing at the bee...soooo funny 😂

[@livinglife8333]

I wood use weed mat and then river rock, no weeds come up and looks clean. You guys are doing an astonishing job.

[@elisabethe8055]

Your daughter is destined to become a vet or a biologist! So natural with even the smallest critter! :) Even saves her father from a angry bee! :) House looks amazing and you are such a great team!

[@susanknight8961]

That looks great, you would never think it was a Mobil home. Great job, everyone helping too. Your lovely Bell is gettin tall.

[@kscheuerman5378]

Doug and Ashley, great job to both of you, & Belle (hope I spelled correctly), too!!! Very proud of Ashley being so high on the ladder! Take care.

[@sandraanddelgray3180]

nice siding guys.the house looks so classy. landscaping pea stones does a great job of eliminating back splash,you can buy it by truck loads, more cost effective.

[@robertburgess3767]

Had to delete my last comment as I got the wrong state!..Guess being in the UK its easy to get wrong, thanks for who ever put me right!..loving the white house, your doing a fantastic job , was so happy when I saw your notification, would think it was my home the way I get excited to see it haha, well done guys looking fantastic, was expecting to see the little man up the ladder with the nail gun..😂😂 won't be long im sure ! Happy days folks 👍

[@susanvasquez3625]

If you are going to have a front/back deck, I would HIGHLY recommend gutters at least over those areas. You can do decorative rain chains on either side so you don't need to mess with downspouts, but I really think you will appreciate them if you put them up!

[@diyfferent]

We plan on installing awnings over our doorways :)

[@mariahendricks1378]

Seeing your kids play and adventure outside makes me wish being so young and doing that. I think often about how much fun I had adventuring with my friends outside and finding cool stuff.

[@suzique5827]

For the rain splash back: it did the same to my white front porch. Try white pebbles around the foundation. It looks soo much better than it did. Great job all of you🎉

[@HyacinthDaisyRose]

I love the way the caulking just brings it all together.. very satisfying to see the cracks disappear.😃 Belle is such a good kid! So helpful and It was very sweet with Maverick and Mom stopping to smell the flowers.☺️🌼

[@Cery77]

About the dirt splashes at the house: Here in Europe we have small gravel around the house because of that. It's very common. Nearly every house has it. It's very neat. Landscape fabric under the gravel and it's done. I think, mulch doesn't work so good.

[@jeepsanddragons]

In my part of usa ( north of houston texas) gravel gets thrown around by tornados and hurricanes, so we tend to avoid that

[@Cery77]

@@jeepsanddragons OK, we don't have that here 😅

[@ThatIsJustCrazyTalk]

Another thing mulch can do is be a haven for termites.

[@diyfferent]

We have so many oak trees around our house that the stones would get filled with leaf litter and eventually grow weeds so we're just avoiding that :) Other people have said they used wood mulch to prevent splash-up and it worked well for them.

[@diyfferent]

We don't have to worry about termites here in the frigid north.

[@EastLondonKiwi]

I love how the brave one in the family is Bell, gaint bee captured by little girl, awsome.

[@lanaodell8282]

Enjoyed the video the siding looks amazing and when Doug started caulking and the background music was playing omg it was so relaxing🥱🥱🥱can’t wait for the next video!!!!

[@diyfferent]

Thanks!

[@BillyRoberts]

All I can say is good job. Every place you fix up looks like new. That Doug is smart. And you Ladies help so well.

[@beteeho]

Watching you nail the first board brought a tear to my eye. The beginning of the end so to speak. It's been a long journey. Thank you for taking us along. Love me some DIYfferent people 💛

[@marlenekutcher938]

Yes you always make it look quick but in reality it is over a few days. This ending with the close ups is very educational for diy's to get the proper sealing. Wonderful camera work! Looking very fresh and clean. Remember to keep the soil higher at the house to have water well drained away from the house. Good idea to mulch with a fabric underlay. Less weeds. So proud of you all.

[@lesserpoo]

Great job, once again! The cement paint doesn’t look blue anymore with the siding! It looks real grey! Very nice! I think gradient sizes of river rock would look really nice up against the foundation to avoid that dirt splash. IMHO... 😂 You should all be proud of yourselves! Even little Mavey is a big helper! Love your family!

[@diyfferent]

Yea, we were looking at the foundation today and the blue hue is gone, how cool :D Thanks!

[@georgehardy8165]

Hey Doug & Ashley, I know & remember that feeling like it was yesterday, and I know it feels good to know that you are that close to the finished product "The End" is in sight lol and that is a great feeling I know from experience. It's hard work and it consumes a lot of your time and energy, but when you do finish this project it will be so rewarding to see all the fruits of your labor, not to mention the memories that you made with your family as everybody had their hands in some part of this build, this renovation. I must say and I am a pretty critical guy a perfectionist for sure lol, I have to take my hat off to you, you did a fantastic job on this renovation, you have gifted artistic hands, a lot of intelligence, and for sure tons of patience. so ya see you have all the ingredients that it takes to complete a total home renovation both inside and out. You are an inspiration to me and all who subscribed to your wonderful channel. I talk a lot so I'll end it here, hope ya'all are well and stay safe. Best regards from Lima Peru George & Carmen

[@Ringelsocke.]

Hi fam! The siding looks beautiful! Mulch on the ground and no gutters.... I can't really imagine how that can work and be safe enough, but I'm sure you can explain it. Maybe in one of the next videos?! Whoever comes by might say 'nice new house you have here' and when you tell it's a mobile home from 1970: 'NO WAY!!' and staring with eyes wide open in disbelief. Like Lucas from the 1860 stonehouse is describing how everyone who comes over is turning the head with the jaw dropping to the floor. 🙃 I wonder if your families will meet some day in person. 😊

[@carlahubbard7561]

I LOVE that Belle saved you from that menacing bee! Love the siding!

[@kayekaye9258]

What a beautiful forever home you all have created. Much love from Kentucky

[@tarapaul8212]

It’s so fun that your daughter is helping you finish with the house build

[@JaimeDrewatWoodenU]

I just want to say that I watch every video even things I wouldn’t if it was another channel so you’re doing something right keep it up.

[@diyfferent]

Thank you, that means a lot to us. We'll keep doing our best :)

[@sboo4441]

I have to agree, I do also. ☺️

[@JB43186]

The textured look of the “wood” is very appealing.

[@margaretbedwell58]

That really looks great. That tool definitely made the calk line disappear. It won't be long now and you'll be all buttoned up for winter. Have a Blessed day.

[@jesper1406]

Close to 100000 subs now. I joined you when we were less than 3000 I think, and you have come such a long way since then, the children have grown a lot, and you are so much more comfortable and confident in front of the camera...

[@diyfferent]

Wow, you've been with us for a while!

[@azaleaacres]

Looks great 👍🏼 the jig and the nail gun attachment. Genius

[@jamespotter936]

I love seeing kids working for the greater good of the family. That Belle is a trooper. Of course saving Daddy from a bee is a plus too!

[@cindykeith1266]

Bell the Bee Whispered saves the Day !!!!!!Grate job Bell!!!!!!

[@mariannespires892]

Belle and her family have built a good life in the process of building a good home ❤️

[@gelwood99]

Looking great. Love the clean white siding. With the mulch down you will start to see the drip line from the rainfall, with all the stone you have it would look good to line that drip edge with rocks on the mulch.

[@paulgeluso5089]

I love how your whole family chips in to help. Bell going to be a very handy Woman someday.

[@cindyleeolcese4988]

It's looking really sharp. I really like that type of siding. The wood grain looks much sharper than vinyl siding. Great choice. Great teamwork as well.

[@dianaabney795]

Oh my gosh!! How wonderful your home looks!! You have a brand new home that you have renovated from the ground up. You have done an amazing job and it looks so good. I can't say enough

[@caesarpota8818]

Outstanding work, such a great transformation. Respect to you and all the family. Thank you for sharing, pleasure to watch.

[@charidollar561]

i HAVE ENJOY SO MUCH THE PROGRESS IN YOUR HOME. SEEING BELLE HELPING IS WONDERFUL. SHE IS SO GROWN UP AND SMART I KNOW YOU ARE VERY PROUD OF HER. THANK YOU FOR SHARING AND GAD BLESS.