From Scrap To Splendour: DIY Reclaimed Wood Vanity (with Plumbing!)

We built a bathroom vanity from reclaimed floor boards and scrap wood and in this video we finish it off, plumb the sink (twice) and add some decorative touches to complete our downstairs loo renovation in our old stone farm house in Portugal.
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[@Olderthantime-ic]

I am so pleased you put the old ladder up on brackets on the wall. So much better. Great job over all!

[@sbraga02]

Watching you cutting the first sinkhole I was shouting "DON'T DO THE SAME MISTAKE I DID" but you didn't hear 😂😂😂😂😂

[@cynwalts771]

Love that you 2 lovely people are so blessedly normal. You light up my Saturdays (in Australia) with humor and great ideas.

[@crapiecorn]

yes, I like normal people :)

[@louiseupton3363]

This is the cutest little guest loo I've seen in a really long time. I love the ladder and wheat accessories. You'll find your mirror Kylie, which will also make the room look bigger and finish it off perfectly. I love your home 🏡 Looking so foward to your video next weekend 😊

[@toyfiretrucking]

Hello, a bit of advice. Next time you need to cut a larger hole over a small hole like that, cut the large hole into a piece of scrap then you can clamp or hold that scrap hole over your small hole and it will keep the hole saw in place to cut.

[@MAKEDOGROW]

Oh, this is genius. We knew there must be a way but at the time couldn’t be bothered to go and research it. Hopefully this new info will stick in our heads for next time. Thanks!

[@jaypeeters]

With my set, you can place both hole saw sets stacked. The smaller one will then guide the bigger one. No need for scraps or anything else, drill + stacked hole saws.

[@Dave_1966]

I was going to say to screw a bit of scrap underneath the sink as long as the drill bit was long enough 😊 but the clamp bit is more sure of success 😊

[@simonelubbe4653]

Hang the ladder on the wall on brackets

[@rosbeaton637]

The vanity looks great! Perhaps if you lifted the ladder and attached it to the wall higher, it would be less intrusive.

[@goodidea3970]

The name "Allen key" or "Allen wrench" originates from the Allen Manufacturing Company, which was the first to produce and market these tools. The company, founded in Connecticut in the early 20th century, began producing hexagonal socket head screws and the corresponding hexagonal wrenches needed to drive them. The name "Allen" is derived from the company's founder, William G. Allen. Therefore, the term "Allen key" became synonymous with this type of tool due to the company's significant role in popularizing it. - So yes… there was a man called Allen

[@MAKEDOGROW]

Awesome! The things you learn 😃

[@taniadevilliers348]

It is fascinating to watch intelligent people figuring stuff out and hilarious to watch perfectionists perfection! 😊 lovely video, as always ! ❤

[@flowersflowers473]

Kylie's joy at the end was infectious! Very much looking forward to next weeks premiere!

[@bookman106]

You two are so fun to watch. I love all the puns in innuendos. Thanks for the giggles as well as the education.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Outstanding ! Looking forward to next week. So pleased you are 'in' the house and comfortable. 🎉❤🎉

[@jamiehumphrey5652]

A little tip - If you want to drill a bigger hole after you have already drilled a smaller hole, just take a scrap peice of wood and drill it all the way through and position the drilled scap wood over the smaller hole you already drilled. Center it and the scrap wood acts like a guide and won't wonder all over the place. Looks great "The new bathroom".

[@jillbeechey4453]

I always love how down to earth you both are and how you show us all the way through projects even if they need to be redone. Learning as we go! As always, my dog loves to wait in front of the TV for Kylie to say goodbye at the end of the vlog. Today, she was a little confused with the sound of water and further conversation, so she looked behind the TV to see what was going on 😂 Looking forward to next Saturdays tour! 🇨🇦🍷🍷

[@notyouraveragegringos]

You have a bum gun! Fantastic addition to any bathroom without taking up space. Your scap cabinet looks fantastic! 🤩

[@BeverleyAnn-rh2lv]

I never knew there was such a thing as a " bum gun ". I must live a sheltered life! 😂

[@notyouraveragegringos]

@@BeverleyAnn-rh2lv Pretty sure bum gun is Aussie slang for it. 😆

[@gozoalex7913]

looks fab! And Kylie looks great in yellow (even though she said she doesn't like it)

[@heatherruth3641]

It turned out amazing.I love the ladder addition

[@KristaMarkstrom]

Your crocheted towel is beautiful and a lovely touch, Kylie. A joy to watch you both collaborate and create.

[@poodlegirl55]

Ah the simple pleasures of life, you can't beat em. I remember being so happy to wash dishes in a sink after doing it in a bathtub for two months.

[@sandracook455]

Another great job

[@jennybuzek2091]

What a great addition to the bathroom to have a working sink! So glad to watch you teasing each other while you work! LOL Can hardly wait for next week's show!

[@kebergify]

Enjoy playing in the loo!!! Blessed running water!!! Yay!!!! Lovely to see the whole downstairs...can't wait!

[@42apprentice]

Wall clamps for the ladder was a great solution. I hope you enjoy the space and all the amenities 😂

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

The sink looks great!!! 🥰🎶❤️🎶🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@anelnel4752]

Love the excitement for running water and washing hands in the toilet room and the decor top for very pretty space to relax for you know what

[@andrewford9287]

Hello Your sink looks fantastic Loved the use of the reclaimed ladder Kylie the towel is beautiful such an incredible talent A old mirror would look great too Enjoy your weekend Andrew 💜💐xx

[@matthewgordon-clark2392]

1000 points to Guy, love the position

[@Megan-ro3wi]

Seeing you guys stood in a beautifully furnished room with running water is the best thing I’ve seen all day. Well done 👍🏻 This has taken a lot of time, effort and perseverance and I’m glad we’re here with you to witness it 👏🏻

[@simonelubbe4653]

Kylie that towel is exquisite .What about offering this item 4 sale .

[@rachelfrees1268]

Make. Do. Grow….. is certainly a great title for your channel. The bathroom is lovely. 👏👏

[@nf3959]

I actually loved the idea of some sort of "Mediterranean Architecture" shade of blue.

[@nerther7625]

Guy, the weeds in the corner look lovely in that gorgeous bathroom. Super job you two.

[@jillberry2802]

As my father always use to say, " if all else fails read the instructions". I love that you show the successes and the redo's.

[@jenniferstrachan7084]

The downstairs bathroom is stunning I love the ladder on the wall and the grasses in the corner

[@joannecalcutt6724]

It’s never about making mistakes. Everyone does. It’s about figuring out until it works. That’s the main thing I enjoy about your videos. Wonderful result and I’m sure this will be appreciated but you both. ❤

[@Dave_1966]

I think it looks great, there’s nothing wrong with a bit of Scandinavian 😂 and as my grandfather used to say to say “a blind man would be glad to see it” 😊 I love Kylies excitement about the running 💦 😂❤❤❤

[@lorimontcalm9086]

Looks great! So happy by how happy Kylie is! That bidet is powerful, a colon cleanser! 😅 It looks like it might stay that way for a very long time. The finishing touches😘 Hugs from 🇨🇦

[@terryl.9302]

Love that you put wood strips on diagonal. A bit more work, but fabulous eye-candy result. ... And, your Crochet is just gorgeous.

[@ribaldc3998]

I still think the most beautiful color for wood is still the color of wood.

[@secret_one]

Very true, but it can become to much.

[@JVSwailesBoudicca]

My thoughts exactly....whatever the colour of the wood happens to be there is nothing more beautiful than the natural thing....saunas included !

[@JVSwailesBoudicca]

There is nothing more beautiful than "naked"/natural wood, including saunas !

[@katiadp2145]

Can't wait for next video!!!!!!🇬🇷 🇬🇷

[@marilynlautner2454]

I ❤ the workmanship in the half bath. I can’t wait to see your mirror design.

[@vickiturner9392]

Next time you want to plane down a cabinet top take your glued timber or what ever to decide to use, to a cabinet maker and ask if they would put your timber through their thicknesser or their planer. This shouldn’t cost you very much for their services. Good luck. I love the improvements you intend to make. ♥️♥️♥️from QLD Australia.

[@luminyam6145]

I love that you show even the mistakes, you guys are great.

[@ananunez8374]

I love that you guys even for something that’s temporary make time to be as perfect as possible ❤

[@damian7223]

Looks absolutely amazing, congrats on the first fully functional bathroom! 👏🏼

[@stevenkeller3047]

Very nice job. It must be great to have a fully working washroom. You're making progress. Can't wait to see the next vid.

[@rowandowland1391]

"How would that help?... I don't know I was just trying to help".... 🤣 That's a regular conversation in our place..! It looks fabulous. The old ladder hung off the wall is genius. Good luck using the high pressure spray, no splatting the wall. I hope you've used washable paints :-) Thanks for all your honesty and openness. PS. I love the dried arrangement, my partner says he doesn't want anything dead in the house. I'll keep working on him. M&R

[@miachambers830]

He’d better be careful or he might not be there long…! LOL We used to have the saying for ‘broken’ things at our place.. ‘you don’t WORK, you’re GONE’… which needed to be altered (ie-disregarded as a slogan) when he lost his job..! 🙄👎🏻 Choose your words carefully..! LOL

[@bettyvann5499]

Maybe a mirror on a swing arm and could be angled in line with the sink? Love the room!

[@nancibishof6462]

What an attractive toilet room! And Kylie, your crochet work is gorgeous.

[@marthamaeda8257]

Step 2 attach your tail 😂😂 I enjoy your jokes that have lots of love❤❤ Good job the bathroom looks awesome 🎉🎉

[@sharon4364]

It's so nice! The first time you walked in to use it, you must have just cried for happiness!!!

[@katherinclayton4344]

Well I for one, would like to thank you for clearing up a lot of "how do's?" Concerning the pros and cons of the bidet. I personally prefer hosing off the dog 💩 😂😊. You guys are awesome. Love all the twists and turns that your videos (life) take us on. Thanks for sharing.

[@NolaStewart-i9x]

Love the end result! A very talented Kylie...gorgeous work as well as the colour combination! Cheers ❤

[@mariesalway91]

I felt like being a mum and yelling ...stop playing with the taps, at the end there 😆 though I can understand the joy of plumbing

[@salscycleshop3416]

Beautiful job Kylie on the sink counter it looks amazing also love the toilet!! It is so streamlined. The decor is very natural and lovely

[@melissavanrickley7762]

Let the innuendos commence! Love it! 😍😂

[@kristieoblak963]

The bath room turned out great! Congratulations!

[@ebbanzai]

Regarding mirror: find a cool old frame and have new mirror glass put into it. From a Feng Shui pov, a muddled view of oneself is not auspicious. Thanks for your hardwork and creativity. ❤

[@melissarose7909]

Love the ladder mounted/floating!

[@sue7190]

It looks great, pretty good for a prototype. ❤

[@sari4079]

What a lovely little bathroom! I like the decor, natural and calm.

[@davevanbeers6944]

Now if only you had a door, the toilet would be finished! 😊 laughed my ass off when the inspirational b-roll started. 😊 the toilet looks lovely tho. Well done! Maybe add a mirror above the sink?

[@Neverforget133]

I like the way you are both so happy to have water in your sink and you made it yourself very nicely done onto the next 👏 😊 😀

[@vickihoneycutt456]

Once again you've done a excellent job. So glad you're living inside the house.

[@jacquipettitt3389]

Oh, you two are so clever. What a brilliant job you've done 👏👏👏

[@viviennenoble4035]

The room looks terrific. Love the old ladder.

[@leighlaaltilio6672]

I love the touch of color with the turquoise! Well done!

[@dianeleirer9878]

Looking forward to your video tour of the downstairs next week. The restroom is beautiful.

[@mafish7962]

❤❤❤

[@loribillings3810]

Looks awesome, guys. Love the ladder as a towel rack. I'm sure it feels wonderful coming from living in the tent 😊

[@debragonser745]

I love the curve in the wood top! I think it is beautiful! You two do amazing work together! Also love your true character!😉

[@Pete-nl8ok]

Now you just need some Poo-Pourri 😊 and you're all set

[@elizabethmesora2558]

Beautiful

[@Dylan_Davies]

Well done, looking great 😊

[@gnarly706]

Very organised looking scrap wood yard.

[@nadenegordon7639]

I would attach the ladder higher up on the wall. The bottom step being for the toilet roll when sitting, and then the towel is higher up when standing. A very clever little bathroom you've made. 🇦🇺

[@kdclothes]

Sink and bathroom look great. Love the ladder.

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

That ladder is fantastic.

[@alicekenworthy9603]

Brilliant end result 👏👏👏👏👏 Durban SA🇿🇦

[@sheilam4964]

Bravo. Thx for filming this and sharing it with us. See you next week.

[@SuperHaptics]

If you had space you could put a pressure regulator for your bidet tap. There is also a technique for redrilling a bigger hole over a big hole. You can clamp on the underside of the pannel a pre-drilled piece of wood with a centering drill bit hole. You center the whole thing using the original sized hole cutter. Once clamped you change to the larger diameter cutter but you have the pilot hole on the underside camped wood to guide you. So your holes will also be centered

[@mocarra100]

Oh my goodness, it looks fantastic but if you're not going to keep it that long, you both are super perfectionists lol that makes for much longer jobs . But you do fantastic jobs. Much love from Oklahoma USA Jackie 🇺🇸💖

[@joannahampton5979]

The ladder looks great. If you have enough left I'd use it in the lounge to hang hand made throws on.

[@paulinelong7205]

I think I'd keep the theme going and use the rest of the ladder in the upstairs bathroom, or on a bedroom wall to hang quilts on, we're all different, and all are good ideas.

[@callforabstracts7901]

Scandinavian look is beautiful where it fits, but you are in Portugal, where there are, among other things, fantastic tiles

[@Palinkat]

Hey guys, looks great!. Quick tip if you need to drill a bigger hole with the hole saw. Just screw a thin piece of plywood under/behind your board, you can then centre the hole saw with the pilot bit and it will stop it from wandering.

[@sallyrowland6063]

Looks fab guys. Love the old ladder 👍. Looking forward to the guided tour of downstairs ❤ 👋 🇦🇺

[@katiadp2145]

The toilet is very pretty, love it.❤❤❤❤🇬🇷 🇬🇷

[@margaretlovelock7031]

I’m still convinced that the naked wood look’s better

[@RedPhone-mz5lv]

Really like the ladder but the bathroom looks great a mirror is perfect

[@andrewmullen4003]

Nice one, I think a seascape would look nice next to a smaller mirror

[@PacRic-gs4of]

It's not hokey or Pokey and you can even turn yourself around in that space and that's what it's all about❤

[@RobynCollis]

A very nice job! I would say it could be permanent, it is so nice. How clever you two are. 😊

[@Rebeca-sd1md]

Love it! ❤ I love the addition of the old ladder too 🪜 If I were you I wouldn't see it as a prototype anymore. I'd consider it a finished project and tick it off the very long To Do list you must have and move on. Only you guys are aware of the so called "defects" or mistakes. Just add the mirror and then you can totally tick it off your list 😊

[@cynthiaspringer9085]

Just follow your gut then all will be good. Love what you both have achieved. No criticism from me, keep going, do what you are comfortable with. Much encouragement from Zimbabwe 🎉❤

[@Claire-h2e]

Fantastic! I think the whole room has come together very nicely!

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

The bathroom looks great! It's wonderful! Well done. I really like the cut away on the top. I like the depth of the countertop, the ladder, and the white paint job. I think white woodwork in a very small space is really smart. I'd suggest a mirror and a small vanity light to go next to the mirror.

[@secret_one]

Great video, love seeing you guys having fun. The ladder works. Panels look better white, the white wash was meh. The proper name is a hex key. William G. Allen patented the idea of cold forming a screw around a hex die and marketted them as "The Allen Safety Set Screw" and needing an "Allen" key to use them. Similar story for something we all call Jubille clips, which we should call worm drive clamp. Another being the good ole Hoover!!!

[@beatieswanepoel3004]

I like the painted cabinet. My son installed a new vanity for me, that he built himself, and it is white with naked wood top. It looks so nice.

[@JaniceSeagraves]

Very nice. I like everything about your new WC. Well done.

[@manishaholm]

That all turned out really nice. Well done.

[@constancestine1020]

Love the bath room, don’t sweat the small flaws. It’s very appealing and more than functional. Congrats on another cooperative project!