FINISHING OUR GIANT DECK | Building Off-Grid

[@AmbitionStrikes]

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[@johngaul8929]

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[@fuhrermk92]

🥰 i really respect you guys but i advise you that do not drink alcohol at all even if it’s only one drop in your mouth/// believe me sir!! the wine and pig 🐷 is no healthy! i hope you search for it 🫶love you guys

[@r0311]

Great episode as usual, at least this time less advertising during the show!

[@justintempler]

Let me know when you get a Scotch club sponsor😉

[@rajeshgajaria5087]

You guys should not burn the trees maybe you can use them for builds like this (if it's possible to rent or buy the machines). And maybe till u guys make a roof for deck use a tarp for the shed Like if it's useful 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😁😀😀😀😀.

[@rickgalos5567]

you should put woven fabric under the gravel to increase compaction strength and keep the mud from coming up through the gravel

[@perry9492]

Yes I use geofabric all the time and it is wonderful stuff. I don't know how well it will stand up to the snow plow. I have been using it for a few years and the maintenance is slim to none. It does not allow the rock to squish down into the mud.

[@chaosplan]

I used to have a deck about the same size under a similarly sized metal roof. All the snow from the roof would slide on to the deck. It became a huge chore to shovel the deck all winter. We took out the deck and added snow guards to the roof. Much happier now.

[@theresaluvspims6163]

I love the color of the deck boards. If I had that deck I would hardly ever go inside. Great job guys (as usual). But one of the stand-out stars of the show is how you're able to haul your own gravel up that road. What a beast of a vehicle. A perfect gravel dump. Every single vehicle you have purchased has more than paid for itself. I see in the future y'all designing some elaborate dolly system or elevator to the deck. You will never have to haul groceries and big bags of dog food up the stairs again. I can't wait to see all the future projects. Yay, y'all.

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

Great idea with the dumbwaiter.❤😎👍

[@paul49777]

Starting your Army truck in the cold. There are magnetic electric heaters that you can attach to the oil pan and leave it there. Plug it in the night before you start the A-Truck, the oil will be hot enough to lubricant all the friction points which will lengthen the life of your engine. Great job! It is wonderful to see crafty and loving built in your marriage. “Live long and prosper!”

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Looks awesome! Having stairs would give you a second egress in case of emergency. Being a retired firefighter i think of things like that. I still am in awe of what you two get done in such a short time frame. I really like how you two delegate certain projects to one another. Deb and I have been together going on 3 years now and knowing my strengths and weaknesses I definitely ask her to use her organizational skills to help me get the best out of my strengths. I love watching you two because I see you two respectfully doing that too. I definitely admire how you two treat each other. My guess is you treat each other the same off camera as you do on camera. Well now that our Sunday morning tradition of ambition strikes is watched its coffee time. Thank you for being you two!

[@LarsDennert]

Yea not sure they used a fire door or have a fire rated ceiling either from the garage.

[@SEAKAdventures]

I am also a Firefighter but in Fire Prevention now, I was thinking the same about the second exit! What department were you with Blake?

[@szki272]

If I had a deck like that I would be building a firehouse style pole.

[@ahorseman4ever1]

@@SEAKAdventures Bellevue Washington

[@mcdainty4202]

@@ahorseman4ever1 My brother and his wife are Forest Service out in Quinault. They've seen a few fires too.

[@ximite]

I'm a lot like Riley. I love doing tasks alone. And having you as a partner makes all the difference. Congratulations to you Courtney for your commitment and dedication. Say hello to Brazil

[@billrulla4684]

If your going to add railing , leave a 5-6 inch gap between deck and bottom of railing, or create a swing out portion of railing to facilitate snow removal. That way you don’t have to lift the snow over the railing. You can just push it over the edge.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Great idea!

[@soulmanm12954]

Great work! Just a heads up, IF you have to worry about “doing it to code” most baluster, and deck to bottom rail gap is 4”! Just do your due diligence if required to meet code. Keep up the spirit and great work! Enjoy the fruits of your labor (sitting on deck sipping one of those sponsored wines!) - recorded for all to see - of course!!!! Thanks!😁🍷

[@joeg9920]

Nice job and video ,love you guys.

[@ORSkie]

​@@soulmanm12954yes, because that helps prevent children from sliding under. Hope they build to code 😀

[@kennyquad]

Get a bunch of old tires and park the dozer on them. This will keep the tracks from freezing to the ground. You never know if you might need to use it come winter.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Looks great. Well done for pushing through the snow and the cold. I completely get the 'it makes you grumpy' comment. Can't wait to see it finished. 😍😍😍😍

[@idadho]

I just spray ether in the intake filter. It saves having to install injection canisters. It also saves cranking long with that expensive starter. There is nothing to be afraid of. Just don't use ether if you have and use glow plugs or an intake heater. Put down geotextile before the gravel. You can use half as much gravel. The geotextile costs less than the gravel you do not need and you get less mud bleeding through.

[@terrylarkin690]

What an accomplishment from the very start until now. The land clearing, building goes up, plumbing electrical, and the list goes on.

[@Jared535]

We just got done with a 3/4 wrap around composite. You guys make it look so easy. It takes a lot of time to put all the screws in.

[@phillipg5658]

Please build the stairs! Second egress is more important than anything else. Great job guy's

[@cc6861]

Who wants a nice cup of coffee in the morning sitting on that beautiful deck, watching the sun rise? Your million subscribers, that's who! (smile, smile) You guys can build ANYTHING!!!❤️✌️

[@damianzanolli1845]

Riley, I saw on an old video somewhere the person was cold starting an older engine. They removed the air cleaner and used heat gun to blow hot air into the metal intake tube to get some heat into the engine then they used a blip of ether and after several tries the engine came to life.

[@lstone.09]

Before long Riley will be swinging from the tree tops and he says he doesn't like heights. LOL Awesome video guys. 🌬️🌨️🌬️🌨️🌬️🌨️

[@duckninja9349]

Haha - I get so excited for these videos. I barely watch any TV and love these projects, gets me motivated for my own, far simpler grind. Love the enduring utility of the "Army Truck" - I was in the Army when they first came out and super cool to see the old rig keep demonstrating Army Strong. Also cool to see how much the road project is paying off - I remember all the fails of the original road. Deck looks awesome! The best grill in the world for your deck, imho, is a Green Egg - I had mine for 20-years - great for smoking everything, making pizza, etc. You might want to consider screening your deck if mosquitos and flies are prevalent. It would provide a nice respite in the good weather where you can enjoy the outdoors w/out bug spray and getting eaten alive. Keep up the awesomenessNess.

[@verven999]

so some long magnetic strips and net with magnet so when in summer theres flies you can just toss it on without needing to specialy click something in and the magnets strong enought to withstand winds normal

[@TopDedCenter1]

They would have to screen under the floor joists with those gaps between the planks. But yeah, it would make it much more pleasant to use.

[@x35mmman]

Totally agree about getting the green egg grill

[@duckninja9349]

@@TopDedCenter1 I was thinking that bit also, but that would be easy to install. They'd also have to make a screen door off the stairs to fully contain the space. Mosquito and fly proof area in nice area is super nice.

[@verven999]

@@TopDedCenter1i totaly forgot about the spacing in floor

[@Chiefbuzzbee]

I must have really enjoyed this video because I watched it twice, I have been helping a neighbor move and I might be tired. Watch you two gives me energy to get up and go again , I think. 😮

[@CptnSavage]

Congratulations on getting your new deck down. You persevered despite the weather conditions and got it completed before winter. Nice to see you used the composite decking material. I considered doing that but was talked out of it by the guys at the store who said that the product was not warranteed unless you use the special support materials and have it built by professionals, blah blah blah. I built my deck myself, and honestly, I should have bought the composite decking. It's been 8 years now and despite being careful with the maintenance, the pressure treated lumber is starting to show warping and wear. Oh well, live and learn. I know your deck will last way longer and looks WAY BETTER then pressure treated lumber. Can't wait to see the finished product come spring. Stay warm you two!

[@marklar7551]

Replace it.....might as well bite the bullet so you get to enjoy it.

[@FJB2020]

Google Trex deck warp.. it does it too as it isn't a strong as wood, unless you do 12" OC spacing of your joists.

[@stevecam724]

Living a long way away in Perth, Western Australia, I'm totally sold on you guys. I think that even when you are doing it the hard way you guys still succeed, I love it.

[@dannyschoonover1420]

It is so great to see how well designed your deck is. It will stand the test of time with the materials you have used, I am sure. Also to demonstrate the slope of the road, hang a plumb-bob from the roof inside the truck and drive slowly to watch the change.

[@ralphkearns7600]

I honestly believe that you will never get rid of the Dozer!!!!

[@chrisatty]

As a retired British Airline Pilot from the Middle East, it is a great pleasure, to watch a very happily married couple who get on so well together, who when they are having a bad day just stay cool and take it all in their stride. One of my very favorite channels. Thanks for the pleasure of seeing your progress. Go well guys. Chris.

[@johnjr3870]

Nice work guys. Deck looks great and you get more parking! Little slow on the subs, MORE VIDS!! I would add wood bumpers to the top rails of the LMTV. Would allow more volume and protect the alum sides. You can double that load size easy. Since you spread stuff so much, I have an idea. Get a clamp on blade or just a piece of metal for the Exc. bucket. Real dirt buckets are scary $$$ (I'm building one)

[@norbertbreinig7535]

We used stainless steel wire for the railing. It is literally invisible, doing it from inside the house and you can sit on the deck and look through it. There’s space relatively close together, and the wires already come premade with screw fittings on the ends. I love my deck and everybody that’s been to my house. Also loves it, I don’t have any more information the carpenter that built the deck passed away I do have pictures of my deck looking out, but I don’t know how to get those to you.

[@HeavyHaulKen]

You should be able to email the pictures. Look at their KZbin info, or get the email through instagram.

[@Mtlmshr]

The stainless wire is a good look but IDK how well that would be when it’s literally freezing outside? I’m simply referring to like leaning or touching it? Structurally it would fine and aesthetically it would be great!

[@Argrouk]

Honestly, fantastic job guys. I don't always agree with the order you do things in, but the end result is always top notch. Be proud of yourselves, I'm proud of you.

[@tiny9614]

R ❤C , he thinks about you First Courtney! What a good man. The deck looks amazing. You guys are kicking butt on the extra’s.

[@mountainblokemoments]

Looks great👍🏼👍🏼 I think the roof extension will make it a much more usable space, especially in the summer time 🍖 and 🍺. Hard to tell if you left a big enough expansion joint on the end of your decking. Composite decking extends and contracts a lot and will push your picture framing board if you haven’t allowed an expansion gap. Landscape looks amazing with the fresh snow. 👍🏼👍🏼🇦🇺

[@212caboose]

Military vehicles almost ALWAYS lowball the max payload capacity. Great progress!!

[@253speedgarage]

That payload is a off road rating. We hauled 15k in one before super squatted and drove a few miles on asphalt but didn’t break anything.

[@bartjohnson8139]

There’s no much that’ll stop that big beast. You can buy a single axis inclinometer, or a dual axis inclinometer, or if you have one, and if you don’t, get one you’ll love it! A Klein, or other manufacturer, saw blade angle electronic angle meter. They have a magnet on one side, so you can stick it to wherever you want on the beast and get a true reading. But that of course is dashed on the 0° that you start with. The Klein unit is a wee little tool, that comes with a nice protective pouch.

[@bartjohnson8139]

The plastic anchor/spacer clips are really quick and they’re helping to ensure that the planking is true. You’re going to love the synthetic/ composite decking! I put it down on the last few decks I built. Not only is it blazing fast to install, but it’s so beautiful, instantly. When I was installing it, the only options for anchorage was metal screwed on clips. They worked fine, but we’re separate from the screw, and you really had to watch your spacing. All of the new products y’all are using are very cool, and your info as you go is a great addition to those thinking of tackling a new project. Keep up the great work, I’m really jelly of that view, but not of the cold!

[@DH-zu5ol]

Good job. That decking looks like it could be slick, so be careful. I have truck envy!

[@hsjawanda]

EVERYBODY has converted-dump-truck & tracked-Cherokee envy!!

[@sunline24]

After binge watching all your old content a couple weeks ago, I now get to look forward to your weekly video. This was a fun one.

[@devarskinnee8760]

Man,it looks bitchin!!! I worry about Riley on Dem ladders, but u r smart, and that will keep you and the precious marshmallow safe!!! I'm addicted to the channel, it's so good to see you guys work together on something that's pretty difficult. You can get a suction device to pull out that small dent in the sidings,no biggie sht happens. Your puppy looks so content. Be safe kids and keep up the good work. Love brother devo.

[@michaelfoor6064]

24:54 Excellent job on the deck. I would recommend to take two brightly colored ropes and make an awareness railing all around the outside of the deck. It won’t stop you from falling off but it will help you to be aware that you are approaching the edge. Roofing contractors use these on flat warehouse roofs a lot.

[@joyceb.sachsesachse1242]

You guys are the best , best example of the next generation of homesteaders and you show others that it can be done .

[@Kevin_D1]

Careful with that LMTV (Military Truck), I have seen several of those things top over due to the heavy loads. The best older military trucks for your area would be a "Five Ton".

[@BulletproofPastor]

Courtney, the first hat color looks amazing on you. Maybe I should say, “you make that hat pop.” Great job, you two.

[@ronaldclark2624]

Very, very, very nice! Much thanks for sharing! Looking forward to whatever is next! Ron PTL USA🙂

[@leightonhoward8545]

Hurrah!! the deck is almost finished 😃😃😃, top of the morning folks

[@E4mj]

All that work on your road over summer paying off!

[@jimtetro3769]

Think about using bare rebar in completing the railing assembly. Yes, it will rust; it's part of the charm.

[@wileyboles4179]

Thanks!

[@attwasmi]

Congrats!!!! Looks wonderful, and I am glad that shoveling the snow was easier than expected- because there's always more!!! Looking forward to the stairs!

[@berhorst59]

FYI-military vehicle load ratings are for off-road/cross country. On highway is double capacity. So, on road, it carries 10k. Also, to avoid meeting Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers, get a tarp to cover your loads, especially when hauling gravel, stone, sand, or dirt. The fines for unsecured loads is pretty excessive. Err on the side of caution

[@billyweston949]

Y’all always accomplish so many amazing things and goals, I hope the two of you realize how amazing it is to have a partner that works with you to accomplish those things. Bless ya both and keep rocking it !

[@LittleCabin]

The little horn on that big truck kind of cracks me up! Completely jealous of it, though! Deck looks great!

[@lauraquigley6403]

Hello Courtney & RILEY! So great to see what you guys are up too!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Blessings

[@soulcontractor1641]

Finally some good entertainment! Your Music sounded like the Black Keys a great Band! Dean

[@justacuppajoe]

I really appreciate you two, your both totally awesome, and I swear there seems to be no task too great for your combined efforts. You ROCK! 😊

[@janetkoball44]

Riley, your beard is so thick and wintery. And Cortney, on the channel with Trent and Allie, she is also waiting for her size overalls to be in stock...lol. Great progress on your huge beautiful deck! See you on the next one.

[@haroldmessimer4949]

I like your decor in choices of material for the deck. The steel wood composite combo is outstanding. You two have more talent than you realize. Well done. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@davidforbes494]

From my military experience when you have to cold start at like that and you hear those pump pumps out of the muffler give it a little gas it will start right up

[@roygardiner4002]

Great stuff ! You two never cease to amaze me, every episode is a corker ! Take care 'til the railings are up please.

[@MJ-ge6jz]

I was impressed that diesel truck started with those series of negative conditions.

[@floathi]

You two have the best attitude!!!! Really enjoy your content . Thanks

[@catgynt9148]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing this wonderful journey. A suggestion for your windows and solar array. Rain-X (no affiliation) makes a windshield wash solution. Spraying it on your solar array will help water & snow to sheet off. On our windshield, ice sheets literally slip off with little or no assistance. Wishing you and your furry kids a blessed week, seasonally appropriate gentle weather and restful evenings. Peace

[@tomfl58]

The deck looks fantastic and it's gonna change how much you will enjoy the view and all the fun things you will do on it. Nice job guys .👍👍👍

[@lorenzoconte227]

I know what the surprises is you got a skid steer .👍

[@jameswolfe7485]

If it was me, I would make provision for lifting outsized and heavy objects to the deck, so they could be moved into the apartment through the slider. Not necessarily an elevator, but a "loading dock" area with removable railings so the excavator might be able to lift a pallet of whatever up onto the deck. Better solution than the old overhead block with poor Courtney on the other end of the rope wondering if she'll be lifted right off the ground! Also, at LEAST until the stairs are in, a pole for you to slide to the ground as a "fire escape" in a catastrophe. Or, if you just feel like sliding down . . .

[@jt822]

I think you could use a heated oil dip stick or glue on silicone pad for oil pan, I had a heater in the radiator hose on one truck, great job on your place.

[@pdx1jmh]

Geotex would help with the life of the gravel. Very inexpensive option to stop weeds and mud.

[@wasmith1001]

Great job, only one miss cut for the whole project that is awesome. I think you need to put in the stairs, becauae you would have a 2nd way to get into/out of your apartment. You can fabricate all inside. I think you both could do all that in 2 days or less

[@jesstill7833]

Hi Folks that’s a pretty handy truck I like it ..I see the project is going quiet we’ll hard work and will power will do it stay safe ❤️❤️😃😃👍👍🦘🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@frankbodenschatz173]

Courtney and Riley, great teamwork and video as we've come to expect. So creative and worth the time spent. Your property is coming along slowly and deliberately. Don't rush as your formula works for you and WE all can't wait till the next episode! Stay healthy and safe!

[@bryank7133]

That horn though...Riley, you MUST do something about that this winter. It's already got an air system, so...train horn?

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley agrees. The horn needs an upgrade!

[@dirtroaddestiny]

Great view on the deck ❤

[@SuperPirate100]

The deck looks brilliant and the view of the landscape and Ms C is fabulous, you are one lucky chap .

[@johnlove5715]

looks great as it always does when you guys build something. can't wait to see handrails and the roof extension. Keep having fun.

[@LarsDennert]

Consider steel or aluminum stair stringers like from pylex instead of wood. You'll be happier than cut 2x14s notched down which split.

[@markfleming9073]

Looking 👍good shame about snow roof detention a good idea safer access to the actual roof great content

[@juanitaespiricueta3863]

Happy Sunday, Riley was a funny one today, I love when the homesteaders couples enjoy each other

[@68lehman]

Hey Guys! Looking Great! Haven't commented for awhile as I am very busy on my renovation French Tudor House in Badin, North Carolina! Take Care and be Safe! Tom

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Tom! We hope your project is going well!

[@Michael-rz7ic]

Damn, nice team effort on the deck. Courtney is a wizard with that excavator spreading gravel. And now you have additional space that will be under cover;) even better when the roof extension is complete.

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Nice job Courtney and Riley. It was so nice for the weather to cooperate so you could get the decking down. Welcome to Winter. You are so much more prepared than last year. You guys rock! 💚🌞 Happy Holidays!

[@Buck1954]

I like earth tones in color schemes and y'all are lighting my fire. Glad to see you have access to the deck now, and a place to park the car.

[@kennethgibbons366]

So the deck looks amazing! I love the way you always make it with smiles - even when problems arise. The dogs were great sitting in the warm house watching - basically not giving a stuff how cold it was. I was one of those people who wondered if you still had the dozer so was very pleased to see that it was still there. Love you guys and looking forward to your next posting with excitement. God bless you both and watch over you.

[@tomweisenberger]

When I did my Trex deck a biscuit joiner came in handy for notching the straight edges or ends for the hidden clips. Something to think about getting, especially if you plan on doing any cabinetry.

[@justacuppajoe]

Love that m1070! Solid investment for you two!

[@Truklodyte]

Atlanta once a week start vehicles and machines. You can get easy block warmer kits that go into oil dip stick hole. Especially the dozer even if you put a solar sourced one. Any vehicles that can't fit in shop needs some sort of heat source. Quartz heaters is also a good warmer.

[@Truklodyte]

I don't reply threw other things. I Facebook you can friend me or like my channel . Everything is raw unedited. Truklodyte channel

[@capt.stubing5604]

You two never cease to amaze, great deck! You were clearly born to be an awesome team. 😊

[@cheerdiver]

Great to see a critical piece of fire safety installed, before winter setting. That time of year, again.

[@randyclyde4939]

I didn't observe the distance between floor joists, usually for that type of flooring you'd use a 10" joist separation. No big issue unless there's some sagging or twisting. If needed you can add one in between what you have now as extra support. Your abilities to work together and keep those wonderful smiles (at least for the camera...) keep me watching. Excellent work, toughing it through prior to the storm. Your roof will make a huge difference. Screening in at least part of the deck could make it fantastic during bug season! Stay well, stay safe!

[@wildbill2727]

I believe it was just over 12’ on the main body of the deck to the stairs. Then the two short sections on either end look to be about 42”

[@ronblack7870]

they said every 16 inches for the joists so maybe too far apart

[@randyclyde4939]

@@ronblack7870 - Thanks, Ron. They come out with new stuff all the time. A few years ago, friends of ours put this on their deck when they revamped it. The folks at the store where purchased never said a word about placement so they used their old joist hangers at 16" separation. Within 6 months they noticed sagging and some minor warping. He was not happy when he complained and THEN they told him about the 8" to 10" placement!

[@joshjenkins5913]

A couple sheets of plywood with 2x4 block on the bottom to prevent slipping and you have a good surface to work from. You two amaze me.

[@mnmvuk]

Looks great. Incredible accomplishment considering the weather! As a suggestion, you may want to at least put a temporary set of steps up even if you have do delay a different project. Always a good idea to have a second way out for safety.

[@wildbill2727]

Extension ladder will do for now.

[@vinceperillo6802]

You guys are building your little slice of Heaven and I love your enthusiasm. Keep up the great attitude. Peace

[@blissfulmomentsfarm3730]

I was just chatting with Heather and we both agreed that you guys are some of the most genuinely kind hearted KZbin peeps. I’m so glad to see all of the wonderful progress you are making!!

[@blissfulmomentsfarm3730]

Also, I’m so far behind in videos 😂😅

[@gavincolyn5722]

You guys are a awesome couple. While you guys are freezing we in South Africa are enjoying the hot weather

[@Deerhavenoffgridhomestead]

Great job guys. Hoping to see you this weekend at our meeting.

[@edbelt9155]

Could have backed the truck in there and set the joists working off the truck deck, would have been perfect height. Also could have used the truck deck a staging point to work off for the boards.

[@leightonhoward8545]

Hey Riley and Courtney, a lot has been accomplish, the challenges were there and you both face it master it, togetherness makes a difference 👍👍💯

[@davideggleston4793]

No stairs or rails until spring I guess. Just no iceskating that high up. And that message especialy applies to reckless Riley.

[@jvt201]

Kourtney s editing is superb. Successful videos

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!

[@TheSouthernMale]

I just wanted to say that I love the way you edit your videos, background music is outstanding.

[@preparedbear5727]

Smart move with the trex! ez to use, durable, great stuff. I built the back deck 20 years ago, still looks great & still solid, there was a time when everything looked dull but a quick waxing with armor all rejuvinated the gloss. Your deck looks fantastic!

[@wildbill2727]

Trex is durable. Will never rot. One thing I have noticed it does absorb heat from the sun. Down south here it almost gets to hot to walk on barefoot in the summer. Deck does look good. What are you going to use for stair stringers? Metal or wood?

[@richardnott9587]

Remember to put the railing up high enough to push snow under it. Just reminding because it's nice to push it off with a broom and when it goes under the railing there is allot less shoveling.

[@bruceaux174]

The deck looks great. The Brazilian hardwood color is beautiful but it gets hot in the summer sun. Looking forward to seeing the stairs and roofing installed.

[@dellmerlin6328]

A suggestion to show how steep your driveway is. Take a wine glass, fill half full of water, set on level surface, mark water line with sharpie, take small rubber duck with magnet glued to bottom so it points north and put in wine glass, fasten wine glass to round thing above red button on army truck dash, then take a trip up and down driveway.

[@freddien7]

Always look forward to youre videos, Deck looking real good, I thought you did the road to get rid of the steep hill, but it is still there??. Thanks for the video Love from UK.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We still have a few sections of road that we will need to work on next summer!

[@davidoden]

Looks amazing. It's gonna be a cozy place and with that cold weather, it will be nice to sit around the fireplace and just chill. ( when you get everything done)😀