Farmhouse Restoration Episode 5 | Interior 1st Level

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[@marythibault9032]

I agree DON'T REMOVE THE WINDOWS! Dark bedrooms are depressing, if you need it to be dark blackout drapes work great and can be pulled back and sheers between them that can provide privacy

[@Rescuette]

My sister and her husband are in the middle of remodeling a mansion built in 1913. It’s currently stripped down to the studs after removing all the plaster. I love seeing old homes turned back to their former glory. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this journey.

[@maggiesue4825]

Don't remove that bedroom window! Put some plantation shutters up, or something! Buyers these days want light, light, and more light!!

[@mariechrisman3957]

Don't apologize for talk8ng with your hands,I'm Italian, it gives the conversation extra favor LOL

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

😂😂😂😂 Hahahah yes EXACTLY!

[@theopkingdom3433]

Laura- your production value is improving! Looks great. Thanks for the update!

[@dirtysalmonchaser]

Great job, looking forward to the next video. Please film the construction and all the ups and downs- this is a great guide for anyone thinking about restoring an old farmhouse. Keep note of what worked well and what you would do different for upcoming videos...

[@AnneClay]

Can I just say each video is getting better and better! I'm so impressed!! The house looks great too but I'm watching you gain a great amount of confidence with each video! I'm impressed too that you put up a video and BAM, you've got a huge audience - how are you doing that?? I think I need to learn from you.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Wow thank you so much!!!! I am trying to soak up all the knowledge I can to make these videos better!!

[@AnneClay]

You're doing a great job!

[@treasurejensen7682]

Wonderful videos

[@craigbeder7618]

I'm glad they can save the barn. I hate to see old barns torn down

[@kimtyndall876]

Loved your dads advice on rehabing an old house. Can't wait to see it all done.

[@jeanlilley3139]

I saw the original first video and glad I located this video. I am enjoying hearing the history of this home and the challenging building journey.

[@debean5670]

Nice vlog you have here. You're a very genuine and likable presenter.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Aw thank you!! I just try to be myself always.

[@denisemariner1235]

Love your videos!! Enjoyed the story at the end too!😁 That little drone caught some nice shots. Gotta bring in Dad more, he is great eye candy!😊

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Hahahaha omg! Glad you enjoyed the story!

[@amandasue6500]

I left my dining room ceiling open and I love how it looks. Every beam has so much character. I am enjoying your journey, thanks for taking us along.

[@CalvinJGreen]

Don't worry about saving all the original trim like the baseboard It's gonna be more trouble than it's worth and like your dad said it's all tied in with the plaster. Instead recycle materials from what you demo and incorporate them into the trim. It will be alot easier than trying to work around things that should just be replaced.

[@robinfarmer4787]

Love your your voice Laura it is so soft and soothing to listen to

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Robin Farmer hahaha thank you!!!

[@cynthiafisher9907]

I love these videos about the restoration of your dad’s house. I’m so excited the barn will be saved! I know your dad has his own mind about the house, but those baseboards could be removed and salvaged and replaced. We salvaged original trim from a lot of old houses to restore our 1910 house. And the lead paint can be painted over with no issues. Also, about the beams, they are lovely, but I would highly recommend insulating between the floors of the house. We didn’t think about doing that and every footstep and small article dropped on the wood floor above seems magnified several times over. Thanks for taking us along on this journey!

[@jaddy540]

Do not insulate ceilings. The floors above will be like ice! Insulate OUTSIDE WALLS, ONLY.

[@TheGoldensaddlebred]

Hope he KEEPS the window, for natural light. What a huge amount of work. Yea, to work on the barn! Your videos are excellent, good job of panning the rooms, and explanation of farm updates

[@elisapereira1503]

Stones are usually thousands of dollars! She must have really loved her dogs!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Wow!! Yeah I guess so!

[@elisapereira1503]

@@LifeofLauraVideos love your videos! Can't wait to see the end result!

[@jeanafoster2315]

My condolences to all the doggies.... I'm sure your Dad thought what happened to all of these poor babies.... Love what y'all are doing... Can't wait to see the rest...

[@wendymaddock7705]

Loving meeting your dad and your hubby and loving the renovation xxx

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

That was my little (big) brother! Lol my dad is a hoot.

[@Amyelisagreen]

Wooooo❤️ your dad looks like a hoot! Love watching your journey while my bf and I tackle our old house and barn!

[@brendajohnson6910]

This is a fantastic project your family is undertaking! Can't wait for upcoming videos and new stories about the project! You are doing a great job!!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!! ♥️

[@bethallera3425]

Love your dad he’s hilarious! I love the idea of the stories too!!!! That’s crazy about the dog tombstones! That would have given me the heebeejeebeezes! So excited to continue to see the process of this home it’s going to be beautiful. Much love from Pennsylvania!!❤️

[@Barribam]

You should get a metal detector and see what you can find. 😊

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Maybe that will be a future video! 🧐💡

[@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass]

That's a excellent idea!

[@JB-pd4ni]

Loved the story...I agree with you about the exposed brick and beams. It's great to see you and your brother learning from this project.

[@boa9535]

You need insulation on those ceilings even though theyare cool to look. First, floor insulation in the ceiling will protect you from noise! I am so impressed and excited to find this series. Your dad is great.

[@sokosoko6543]

Love your videos!! I can’t wait to see the progress on the house.

[@ehunter9635]

Wow, you guys are getting so much done! Really fun to watch the process on such an old house. So much history. Enjoyed the story!!

[@shelleymccrory-martines9906]

Loved the video. Great Job Laura. Your brothers drone is clear and sharp. Looks like it needs a stabilizer, otherwise it was good. My friend lives in the country and their pets are buried up against a fence line and have small stones. The house is coming along nicely. Glad you can save the barn too. We like your dad. More videos of him too.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!! ♥️

[@freddiepittman5409]

I like your brothers drone pictures..

[@stephanielake71]

I dont think I'm watching these in order...but I'm enjoying watching them.

[@lindafarner9755]

I’am so happy to see that you decided to open up the original foyer .

[@KitKat24531]

How wonderful! Hugs from Texas! Tell your dad he did a great job with the house and his daughter!❤️

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!

[@nimium1955]

This is inspiring. Love it -- both the work on the lovely house [and even more] the improvements/increasing mastery of the videos. Thank you!!!!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!! Very kind

[@mariechrisman3957]

Very good start,and you are right ,keep as much of the original as possible, tell your dad awesome job

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

I will definitely tell him! Thank you!

[@elizabethwhite6364]

So glad I found you again and this time I subscribed! I am loving seeing this remodel! Wow, so much work! Your history stories are wonderful! Loved hearing about the dog tombstones! Thanks for sharing!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you for subscribing and watching!! ♥️

[@MommaSquared]

I could watch your renovation videos everyday! Keep up the great work. Can’t wait for the next one.

[@zombiecow1909]

great update! thank you for sharing this journey!!!

[@suzannemix2528]

1 comment about a house i rented when my kids were little-- about 20 yrs ago. Barn in back had a old buck board, and i did research. That same stall was used to hang slaves! I was sooo upset about it all. I heard you mentioned slave areas, hope you dont come across bad news like that. Thank you soo much for videos and stories, love it!!

[@pitapanda8319]

Loved the story about the tombstones! Thank you for sharing. :) I think I am weird - but my favorite part of renovation is seeing the house taken down to the studs. I guess because I know that from that point forward the sky is the limit.

[@Hollysorter]

I was so excited when I woke up to this update! I absolutely can’t wait for the finished product as I’m sure it’s going to be beautiful!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Aw ♥️♥️ glad I could deliver for you!!

[@johnamstutz]

Enjoy your videos, keep up the good work!

[@Lani911]

I'm so glad you're documenting this restoration. It's very interesting and informative. I've enjoyed your videos and your dad is funny. I'm going to watch them all. Keep it up.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Aw welcome to the family!! Thanks for joining!

[@danickveilleux9971]

Very nice job guys.... im very happy that an old historic place like that is taking life again i like your video so much

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!

[@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass]

Wow! A lot of work already. Cant wait for more! I love the fact that you're going to tell us stories about this house. That's awesome! Your dad seems like he'd be fun to work with. Great videos!!! 💖💜💖

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!!

[@carolynlunel9382]

I'm Italian & talk with my hands,too lol! Don't stop! In fact I didn't even notice you were doing it until you said that. Great video,thx! And good point about the badeboards..never thought of stuff behind them! (*smart dad) I loved your "story time " and can't wait for more of those about the farmhouse!!! Cool idea!!! Thx for your interest in showing all of us the restoration.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Yes I’ll share all the stories I can! It’s a Neat old place with a story worth telling.

[@carolynlunel9382]

Thank you!❤

[@marlenemadrigal2186]

Omg!!! I was freaking out on your story about the tombstones! LOL!!! I love seeing new updates! Keep them coming!!!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Hahaha it is a bit spooky

[@lauren19871992]

Thank you for sharing these videos!! You’re doing a great job filming too!

[@ellenkelley6173]

I am so glad I found your channel. Keep up the good work. Your Dad & Brother are Awesome for helping you. Fantastic carpentry skills. You should invest in a metal detector. The property is old & you would probably find some cool stuff! All the best to you & your Dad & Brother!

[@susansolloway6262]

Hi Laura, thanks for the great update. That was a cute story about the dog cemetery.

[@trixiebelton4604]

Are any of the fireplaces going to be repaired? My great grandfather built a farmhouse in Michigan. I see a lot of similarities of what was going on behind the walls, since there were several rooms in the farmhouse never finished. Smart to take it down to the studs as they didn’t have insulation back then, plus it’s easier to redo electrical and plumbing. Pretty common to find graves on a site, a lot of families had their own burial plot on the land.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Yes! Hoping to repair both of them.

[@Revitalsan]

Don’t worry girl, one day you will inherit at least half of it. Or be so successful yourself and buy your own dream house that you will control the planning.

[@awalkthroughtorah6897]

I wish I could afford something like your dad's farm. It's going to be beautiful. I agree about that window!!! Keep it and put up shutters.

[@sonniecampbell1788]

Adding the stories is great idea. Tombstones for dogs is a little out there. I love, love, love my dogs but..... Looking forward to your next video! I’ve binged watched all of yours and am caught up!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!

[@annieokie3789]

I love your before and after videos. Thanks so much for sharing. 😁👍

[@Sophiegirl2011]

My family runs a cemetery memorial business. The cost of tombstones all depends on the size, shape and colour of the stone...if they're made out of granite. If they're not made out of granite, I have no clue. Any pictures of them?

[@Cristien84]

realy like the way you filmed this time, narrating afterwards give you a chance to explain in more detail of whats going on, I myself bought a fixerupper row house it is realy nice to see how far along your dad has come I wish I had someone to film my progress

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you ♥️

[@amandajarzombek5381]

Use your hands when you talk girl it’s a great habit to have that just adds to your personality!

[@verucasalt2391]

This is so exciting to watch! Always looking forward to your next installment! ❤

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

You're house is SO much like ours. Loved seeing the bones your beautiful farmhouse!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!

[@mamadana08]

Just found your channel! This is a great project and it’s awesome to see your editing skills improve over each video🙌🏽

[@simoneblue1263]

Cant wait till the next Farmhouse vlog i talk with my hands too lol i like the beams showing👍

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Hahaha yes!! I love the beams 😍😍

[@elizabethshipman3947]

That's an awesome cap on previous owner. ..yes you have to be careful with what you share, because it can slow production down on farm or all together stop it... Love these vids..can't wait to see rest of restoration...

[@kayking3488]

Another great video, keep them coming. Enjoy seeing the progress

[@krisr1885]

Absolutely amazing! I wish you the best with this house!

[@ginamaria2579]

Hey girl, been following you along here, you are sweet and funny, wishing you all the best on this journey , LOVE farmhouse hope you saved the old kitchen sink 🤗

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!! Yes that’s the plan!

[@livinglife8333]

Leave the living room ceiling bare wood! Lovely

[@hremaddox]

It's gorgeous! Thank you guys for giving it new life!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you for watching!

[@ibislife]

Oh My, I´m jealous. I am building a new farmhouse, and it will not have all the history and charm. You are doing a great job.

[@kristinaclark9542]

Love these videos. We Never removed windows unless it was a structural issue. Yes on adding electrical outlets! If I could, I'd add one in every hallway, in stair ways and around the exterior eves and doors and even some near the ceilings in "tall" rooms (think christmas decorations). Has he considered putting a long window where the door was removed at the bottom of the stairs? Can you tell I get excited just watching?😂 Thanks for sharing this adventure.

[@jen37019]

Should take that front porch and make it a wrap around to the side porch. Would look totally awesome!

[@katielindsey5758]

I love the video girl!! Cant wait for more progress videos!

[@iamwhoiamd7056]

An awesome video and I love your story.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you 😍

[@Freedom-em3zb]

Thank you so much for the update. Can't wait for the next one.

[@cherylcentenioblessedvirgi3241]

Thank you for sharing. The house will be very nice when it is completed. DJI - Mavic Pro Quadcopter with Remote Controller - Gray

[@judithcoe7551]

Yes a metal detector would definitely be fun! You might find some really old artifacts. Even in the house! Pet Cemetary, very sad but is it the lady who was single and had no children? Her animals were her kids. Thanks for Sharing the story. There is a spray called Odoban that is supposed to kill bacterial germs also. A man was remodeling and gutting trailer they used that spray to kill germs! Leave the windows, brings in fresh air and sunshine! What state are you in? I was curious about the farmhouse location. Ask the neighbors about the history of the house and land also. God Bless!

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you for all those tips!! It’s in Virginia!

[@susanr3560]

So sad to think there was an elderly person living in that mess (snakes, raccoons and trees!). But I am sure she didn't want to leave her childhood home. I wouldn't. Good video

[@mariacasella979]

Yay!!!love all the restoration vlogs...❤️keep up the awesome job..I am Italian I always talk with my hands ..no worries ..love ya girly

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!!

[@suzannemix2528]

Ive heard when putting up walls, throw boric acid bags inside walls, maybe you would need 3 garbage bags full, but well worth it.

[@tamsondarland8951]

Looks identical to how are home was gutted out. Very very wise decision. Now you can run all new electrical wiring and brand new electric box. And then can do new plumbing then insulation. We also took out old trim and baseboard for same reason. Great choice too. We also put in brand new HVAC system. A heat pump with air conditioning. We also put in brand new windows thermopane tilt windows same size as original windows. So happy everything is going along well for you all.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@LifeofLauraVideos Thank you for sharing. Our home built 1856.

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@LifeofLauraVideos you need to keep all your doors. Much expense buying custom width new doors.

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@LifeofLauraVideos Insulate, Insulate, insulate. Absolutely will save you energy cost in end. We had insulation blowned in walls before adding back drywall. It was insulation with glue substance within insulation insulation made out of shredded newspaper. Great great option. Has saved us tremendous energy cost. And has kept us cozy and outside noise down inside amazingly. Was sprayed between each stud very highly. Then we added blanket insulation in ceiling after drywall attached. And blanket insulation placed under floor rafters. Great great investment. With thermopane windows.

[@bindirock1572]

So grateful i found this channel. Say hello to you dad

[@TheGoldensaddlebred]

I like this vid first time your hair down its beautiful, your eyes too.

[@SandyzSerious]

I love it!

[@1806StoneHouse]

Dang! I’m almost first.. haha!! Wow! They have got a lot done very quickly. 😀

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

They have been tearing into that thing! Its really crazy how different it is every time I go there.

[@anitaromero2237]

Thank you for your amazing video I love watching them I do appreciate it.😡

[@briankshaw8755]

Awesome beams !

[@christenholbrook7097]

Keep the videos coming girl! Love this house! 😍

[@6913thejoker1369]

I agree with your dad on that window. There are still two very large windows in that room. You dont want someone to be knocking on your window.

[@shawnsisler3743]

Just want to say.... YAY and good for you for saving this house. Those scratches were probably from an animal, pet or wild. Far too many homes like this go to waste due to lazy people not realizing what gems they are. The doors are worth salvaging and if you don't like them renovators will pay for them.

[@debracaldwell1722]

Love it. Love it. Love it.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

Thank you!!

[@roofertwins4521]

Awesome farm house

[@leeweyer3140]

For a 12.00 drone that was decent video. I've always wanted a old farmhouse just not the remodel needed lol.

[@donnaledington9270]

I had a flat placed on my grandmother's grave. She died in a car accident when my dad was 13 mos old. Her grave was not marked, but my grandfather who passed away much later (age 62) is buried beside her. Anyway the 2015 price for placing a small flat (like the size of a concrete paving stone) was $1000.00

[@matthewjohnson3910]

It's going to look nice when it's done

[@seriouslyreally5413]

Laura, they arent ceiling beams they are structural floor joists, by having the lath and plaster ceiling they maintain the structural rigidity for the upper floor and especially the room above. Its necessary to replace the ceiling and not leave it open as is. He can add a decorative tongue and groove wood ceiling with faux beams in place of drywall and get the same effect if it's in the budget but this restoration is an expensive undertaking with all the electrical, plumbing, heating, roofing, foundation and masonry replacement and repairs.

[@Arkine13]

If I could afford it, I'd definitely have tombstones made for my dogs, and horses, and cats...maybe even the turtles. ;) Once the kids are out of the house (or in this case, the woman didn't have any children) your animals become your new kids, they really do. They've even proven that the same emotional bond develops (parent/child) with humans in regards to their animals (which is why some of our animal laws, especially band breed are complete BS and can have a devastating emotional toll on the owner, not to mention the poor animal ). Anyhow, if they're still in place, or you kept them, I'd love to see some photos of them. I just think it's really sweet that she loved her animals so much.

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

♥️♥️ yep they’re still in place! I will include them in a video for you.

[@Arkine13]

@@LifeofLauraVideos Very cool, thank you! :)

[@Arkine13]

@@LifeofLauraVideos Awesome, thank you! :D

[@kellydowney2100]

❤️the stories thank you😊

[@LifeofLauraVideos]

You’re welcome ♥️

[@mackenzieb2218]

idk why im just ffinding you now! i love you already!!!

[@thinksoft9]

Do post another video after all the restoration work is completed. All the best!

[@suzannemix2528]

I must be insame era as dad bc his comment about not looking in , thats how i grew up,, today,, evetybodys house is wide open to people on streets ( and this is at night with house lights on)!