Building a Custom 26'x26' Workshop Start to Finish Solo Project

Custom Workshop DIY Tools Skills Solo Building Alone Homestead Farm Farmer Man Cave Canadian Wilderness self built. I needed a small space of my own so I built this little workshop by myself. I also have an 8 episode series on the build if you're interested. It's just for entertainment so enjoy. I love building things and learn new techniques every build. #workshop #custombuild #homestead
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[@godoypr2010]

Money, suitable materials and tools, knowledge and time. Great job!!!!!!

[@lens7859]

Always envious of a guy who can do that alone from start to finish! Great job, it looks great

[@mannycalavera121]

As a middle aged divorced guy with no friends, this gives me motivation heh

[@katblake]

Thank you for taking the time to document this process. It's so cool to see the workshop take shape. I have a question, would you consider making a Patreon so those of us who want to help you with a little something for kitty extras and whatnot could do so? I don't think you'd need to do any perks or anything. Me for one, I'd love to just donate a small amount monthly and help out the farm! Anyone else agree ? 😊

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

I appreciate that, I really do. Honestly I have so much to learn about that part of KZbin. Don’t even know how patreon works. People have been asking for merch too, still trying to figure that out. I need to get a P.O. Box cause people wanna send stuff too. It all makes me feel good that I’m on the right track to a successful channel, I figure all this out soon. Thank u so much ☺️

[@FelineFina]

@@HiddenSpringFarm Hi there. *Tip - I'm not sure how deliveries are in Canada, but in the U.S. (Los Angeles area), some delivery companies won't deliver to a "P.O. Box". For my business, we set up a "Mailbox" at a UPS store and we have an actual address with a mailbox# listed. All packages are accepted and signed by an employee there. This seems to have resolved the P.O. Box issue. Best of luck👍

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

@@FelineFina Those services cost 3 or 4 times what a PO Box cost

[@FelineFina]

@@aerialrescuesolutions3277 We pay $19.99/month. UPS, Fed Ex, etc... will not deliver to a P.O. box 🤷🏻‍♀️ Not sure about Amazon. Gotta get packages, so went this route.

[@FelineFina]

​@@aerialrescuesolutions3277 We pay $19.99 a month. UPS, FedEx, etc... cannot deliver to a USPS "P.O. Box." 🤷‍♀ We need our packages (which are delivered by various carriers), so had to go this route.

[@carlmclelland7624]

Having worn this pair of shoes, albeit a half-century ago now, you stirred a plethora of fond memories. If you enjoy at least half the pleasure I enjoyed in building - and enjoying my shop, then... my friend... you've succeeded in ways you'll never know nor understand until another half-century passes and you reflect upon when............ I have a nephew who owns a ranch in Arkansas, and my greatest pleasure in my old age, is visiting and helping him on his ranch. Only when he's reached my age will he realize how he's kept me alive by allowing me to relive my youth. Take care, be safe, and enjoy... that which you create..................

[@donnamylife1981]

Wow!! I wished I have your skills

[@watchersmith806]

You are such a hardworking man, Chad! It’s still hard to believe you were not in the building trade, but learned your skills on-the- job with what you needed on your farm. You remind me of Proverbs 22:29 “Have you seen a man skillful at his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before common men.”

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😁

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

Kings can also be common

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

❤that is the best way to learn ❤

[@leonafaryna7617]

I am still in awe of the solo builds that you do! One has to see it to believe it! This is still my favourite channel I watch and look forward to each and every upload you do. Hope this morning finds everyone happy and healthy❣️😊

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Ur the best ❤️

[@guyh.4553]

My dad used to do this all the time. I wish I had 1/4 the skills he had.

[@leonafaryna7617]

@@guyh.4553 I miss my Dad, because he used to build and fix everything for our house: add ons, roofing, siding, cement and even furniture. Memories❤

[@claudiarusso6702]

Chad the builder at his best, always! And the claw crew are never too far away, watching cat daddy doing his best! Love this vlog, you, Darling , your Billy and Bobby and their adorable piglets, the geese even naughty geese😂and all chickens and ducks. The best farm!!!👏👏👏👏❤️😻oh yes, of course, our Molly and Olive, who can ever forget those gorgeous "supervisors"!😉

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thnx a million, can’t wait for the next project.

[@patriciagreene1981]

“What a Man” 😊. I just love watching you work! 🤣

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

I'm so glad!

[@dawnth531]

I think you're a one-man Construction Crew lol. It's amazing all the builds that you do all on your own, for yourself and the animals. I hope you'll get to work on building your dream home soon as well. The kitties and dogs all seem to be like 'let's go see what Dad is building now' 😂😂

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah they totally keep checking on my 😆

[@peggyhaines7394]

You did an amazing job on your Shed/man cave. God bless you and your beautiful wife and furry family. 🙋🏻‍♀️♥️🇺🇸

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@kathrinekerns8398]

This was amazing. I never in my life seen anyone build something all by themselves. 👍👍👍👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

❤️❤️❤️

[@FidoHouse]

Great job!

[@user-lb6yx3jl2z]

I still remember during my younger days I saw people using crumpled old newspaper packed between walls and floors as heat insulations.😁

[@ZakSaucyBaby]

A lot of the eco friendly stuff today is still made up of news paper.

[@RJH_LIL]

Good morning Chad and everyone. Looking good.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Have a great week eh 😉

[@Holger-B.0511]

Hello, I'm amazed and in awe to see so many skills in one person. A fantastic job, chapeau! 👍🎩

[@patriciadesserud9402]

WOW that was a masterful piece of solo building. My back was aching just watching all that lifting, bending and twisting. Love the cats and dogs. Till next video, stay safe.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

❤️❤️

[@ZakSaucyBaby]

When someone with a good heart and head makes something it’s evident in their work.💪🏾🛠️

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Right on!

[@annettev8362]

What a fantastic job of one man construction you did! You're worth your weight in gold.....Hello 👋🏻 from Southern California 🌴

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks 😊

[@ZippedUpKitz]

You picked out some GREAT MUSIC for this vid! We have the same taste in music for sure…. I was just humming along and tapping my feet through the whole video! 👌🏼🫶🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🤌🏼✊🏼

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Nice!

[@ZippedUpKitz]

Good Morning Chad!!! Hope you have a great day! I can’t believe you have built all of these building all by yourself self! They are awesome builds!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thanks 👍

[@giz1847]

Just wow. I have never known someone who can do everything that you can do. Pretty amazing. Thanks for sharing this video 😊

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

So nice of you

[@VintageStylebyJo]

Chad amazing job🤗👍I can’t imagine how much time it took just to put this video together 😳🫤Looks like Molly and Olive were helping you measure❤🐾

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

❤️❤️❤️

[@lmajeff1577]

Gave me insight in to the addition that I am going to be adding to the large garage so that I can have a bathroom without cutting into the concrete floor as I will be using Pier and Beam contruction that you employed in the construction of your shop. This was an extremely well viewed video.

[@janehill8760]

So amazing to see this from start to almost finished.You have incredible skills. Love that Molly and Olive were right there with you all the way supervising! 🙂

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yes it’s nice to see it all in one video

[@nokchilton1562]

It’s an incredible skill with neat job and doing solo too! It’s so satisfaction to watch you with the helping paws. Good job Chad! ❤❤❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You’re so kind, thanks 🙏

[@ZippedUpKitz]

Man, when I helped roof our house when I was 13, I had to do it the old fashioned way…. Hammer and nails….. that nail gun sure would have made a huge difference!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Especially if it’s a pitched roof, my back and leg muscles get burnt if I’m up there too long, I just bought it too so I did the roof in a day.

[@heatherpettit9156]

That workshop is nicer than some of the homes I see, great job, look forward to seeing more of your work 👍

[@barbaraalbert9071]

Awesome documentation! Honestly, you are a remarkable human being.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

❤️❤️

[@atarifun2007]

Kitty is doing the supervising. LOL

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah they love to check on what I’m up to 😆

[@bilgriffin]

Now that's the workshop with everything. Nice job!

[@Guy2.0-WomenHaveEggs]

The Old English Sheepdog apprentices are attentive, friendly and willing to learn 🌹🌹🌹

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah they’re such amazing girls

[@HELENGodLoves]

I agree 💯... Funny how I was sure Fozzy was the supervisor but when he was installing the floors Olive and her "dirty work boots" seemed to be in charge 😂

[@Houseds]

What a man. I just love watching you work❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks 😊

[@jennifersutton3115]

Chad The Builder! Is awesome 👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😀

[@MRosati5000]

Yes.Good background music and animal's dog's and cat'sare great. From outside Philly.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Right on! 🤙

[@peacockgrandma]

Its amazing how you can do that all by yourself. Congratulations for working hard, never giving up, and no excuses for trying your best with every single wall, truss, and roof piece. You are amazing. Your honey is the best as well. I love your farm and how you love your animals. It is an inspiration to me. I"m in Kenya b ut want to come home to the US so bad. I watch your videos because they bring me joy and give me encouragement that someday that will happen.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you so much!

[@user-tv1zl2ry2i]

Так это же целый дом! Для мастерской это слишком шикарно:-)

[@petsandpaintings4596]

I am learning from you and I am going to my bird aviary out door soon. Hard work job well done

[@FelineFina]

Wow, just WOW! 😲 And self taught. Great job Chad 👍 Being able to build something and fix something is a very attractive quality to have that unfortunately a lot of men don't have nowadays. I love watching your videos and 💗seeing all the animals on the farm 🐷🦆🐔🐓🐇🐶, especially the Claw Crew 😸 Look forward to seeing more of your farm.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lindam2090]

Can't wait to see the catio finished and something better for the pigs.

[@BGBG617]

Fozzy looks like a tough boss to work for. Awesome vid.

[@lorineidtinytoadplot744]

Wow that's a solid building, Great Job 👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JH-ml5cp]

You working soo hard, and the dogs wana play witch you

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah they’re always supervising my work 😆

[@spindlesworkshop9744]

I watched the 8 parts twice now👍 Great job Loving the cat cave too👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Haha YES!!! 👏

[@IFlyHeliz]

Looks amazing

[@phildivirgilio6286]

👍you have a contagious laugh!🤣😉

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😁

[@Klatubarada1979]

One of the true joys in life imo.

[@neildam7677]

Your cat: "hmmm i guess this shed you built for me will do.." 😂😂😂

[@jrehtil1494]

What a job, no errors that I saw (great editing) Thanks

[@nd7368]

So cool! Great job doing it on your own.

[@skrtskit1521]

You did a great job!! 💕💕🎶🎶

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you so much!!

[@19ghost73]

Hats off! 👍👍👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Right on 🤙

[@thaddeus2047]

Wow! totally cool build.

[@bllstaf6873]

Very fun watching you build (first time for me). Great job. Now I have to see your other ones. Thanks for posting.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

It was a fun build and did amazing thru the first winter, I was able to get it to 20c inside on very cold days.

[@olD_Eazy681]

I think it would look cool if the siding boards were torched before installation. Then when the weather is appropriate do a quick sand and top coat.

[@wissenfuralle9981]

WOW,good job, thx for the video 😊

[@ROBTAT2]

Man that tractor is a back saver !!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Big time 😉

[@SDS-1]

I love the kitty 🐈❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@gman1141]

I really liked seeing how you built the floor system. I have been planning a shed build and I want to insulate the floor. That shows me I'm not crazy for wanting to go through that process. Thanks for the videos!

[@jimrosson6702]

Wow absolutely amazing great work

[@peterstevens6555]

Kia Ora & Good Morning from Caribbean Drive, Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand ...Another Great Video Bro.

[@cedoman1]

Nice job

[@Riderhook01]

Interesting ! Thanks for the Vids !

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Glad you like them!

[@hitnorcal]

Excellent attention to detail.

[@hemirod1]

Great video! Very relaxing to watch! Looks great too!!

[@jandcschwartz]

You are amazing!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Wow, thank you!

[@NXGSurvival]

The machines are so modern.. my friend's work is so beautiful

[@josevaldezhernandez8289]

Ke buen video

[@gtroxlar8597]

First time to see your videos... You have some real skill!

[@diannasgardenmenagerie967]

Awesome!!!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😀

[@robertt8273]

Great work. I got wirried when you first put up the 2x4 stud walls because there were no headers above the windows but then you fixed them good work.

[@colly1952]

All you need now are a couple of goats, sheep, small cows, and donkeys to make more building work for yourself and you'll have a real farm zoo. Lol😂 Am I mistaken of have you shed a few pounds since you started on this venture of yours? I'm pretty sure you have. You work so hard all the time. Your wife must be proud of you and all you've achieved in a relatively short time. Oh I forgot you still gave to build your saw mill.(I may gave used the wrong words here but being French Can. I had to google the translation because I couldn't remember how you'd called it: the place where you'll be processing your own trees). Excellent work I always love to watch your videos. Does your wife have her own channel? It would be interesting to see her work as well. But she seems like a quite a private person, which is ok too.

[@sylviahudell2171]

Hello! You did an awesome job building your workshop. Are you builder by trade or have you learned to do this kind of work all on your own. Thanks for sharing.👍😄

[@denniscarreno5882]

Nice build…greetings from down under Australia…stay safe!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😁

[@DIYGene]

Fantastic build! Really like how you designed it around the tree. Oh and I love the critters!

[@danielgagne485]

Ive thought up a bunch of designs for my offgrid little home....yours is just like i want mine. Wanna meet me in Kentucky to help me? Lol such a great job. I cant wait til i get started. Im done with civilization and the rat race.

[@dianecooper7502]

I can’t believe you did this all by yourself. Wow! Excellent Job. How proud you must be. ❤️

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thnx, it turned out fairly well.

[@mukeshvig174]

Sheer hard work and knowledge - and it’s so satisfying watching your workshop take a shape ~ 5⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Cradley684]

Great work friend, you really worked hard on all that look's great Thank's for the video share, and you all have a nice day !!!. Brian UK !!!. 😀😀😀👍👍👍.

[@naksnaman3]

cute dogs checking quality of work. approved! 🐶👌

[@cecilia7932]

Wow, amazing job!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😀

[@lindabyrne1645]

Enjoyed watching

[@WillieHolloway-mq8jv]

Amazing job 👏🏿 bro

[@user-fd3uw4ml2l]

Awesome work love the video

[@kellyoconnor7896]

I would live in that.

[@simpar777]

Excellent work 😊

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Right on 🤙

[@DfgfDg-eu1eo]

Кішка вагітна ! Для котенят буде новий будиночок 😅

[@nikosgeorgakis6759]

awesome!

[@djkevrb2686]

wow nice work so cool

[@bernardausterberry9795]

Awesome, a job well done. I'm very impressed by how smoothly it went up.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@michaelrusso8493]

I’m glad you’re honest. Having the system and rating a c is something

[@mahmoudtamimi7113]

فنان عملاق اسطوره

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😀

[@Houseds]

You have a contagious laugh🎉🎉🎉

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😎

[@hazelsmith2]

Great job!!! 😁

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

❤️

[@Kjonghi]

Wonderful! Im really enjoy to watching 👍

[@yutuba2009]

Nice

[@doug9121]

Great Job by yourself unbelievable.

[@doriskuhberger8559]

You did such a good job in this project. I knew you could do it. You can do anything you put your mind to. Thank you for sharing. Love and Blessings to you all. ❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏 Doris, Penrith 🇦🇺🦘

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Can’t wait til the next project 😁

[@dorotalenartowska1891]

Awesome and such precise work👍👍👍❤