Historic Lighting Makes all the Difference S2 EP16

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[@carolyn9349]

I wish I could have it to get to the house tour I would be in such ahhhh💕 a girl from California

[@donnaj69]

I wish I could come this year. 😥 I just loss my Dad . Maybe next year.

[@lisapellitier2450]

Under 3 hour flight from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@nancyreyes7373]

Is your house actually on the tour or is it homes in the area?

[@matthewnungesser5638]

Never apologize for prioritizing friends and family over KZbin! Happy for you that you got everything hooked up, that's a big milestone!

[@janpritchard8796]

congratulations on your completion of the first room! you've done so much it must feel wonderful. keep up the good work

[@lovestodive1879]

That bathroom is so beautiful and it just shows how important your insistence of trying to stick as close as possible to the original is. It's a glimpse of how beautiful that whole house is going to be.

[@pisces11105]

I love those globes in the bathroom lights. One room ALMOST done. Congrats Kim and Kaleb

[@kristenmartinez3603]

Not only do these lights bring light into this room, your enthusiasm for your home does as well ☺️ looks so beautiful, Kaleb!

[@akitiara]

Following the renovation never ceases to make me happy to see people that truly see the value in older houses

[@PrairieBirdCo]

I love the darker ambiance in the bathroom! It’s giving me speakeasy vibes.

[@patriciapage9950]

The lighting in the bathroom breathes life into that room. It must be amazing in person. The globes are perfect and the crystals will be so fancy! I think the space behind the door may have been there on purpose for the door to rest in? Anyway, it looks like it was meant to be there. Beautiful, lovely room. Well done you guys. It really paid off to get what you wanted in there. All of those long work hours and the details in your vision came together and are stunning.

[@susanhoucke3220]

The bathroom is everything I imagined it to be. Your passion for this beautiful lady has brought her back to life. I can’t wait to see the rest being done.

[@Hensepens64]

This house is so lucky to have you as owners.. Mr Brown will look down and will be pleased too.

[@Tom68446]

This house reminds me of the movie "Meet me in St. Louis." Of course starring Judy Garland . Their house was a Victorian. The people were of the Victorian era. So was the original builder of this house. Such opulence! You and Kim have a beautiful house as you continue to refurbish history in the making!

[@rebeccawoods5119]

That's my favorite movie

[@sallyintucson]

Hmmm trying to picture this pair in Victorian garb…

[@juliajohnson5276]

Unbelievable dining room, not to mention the exquisite scones in the bathroom.

[@juliajohnson5276]

Sconces

[@gatsbysmom0424]

I cried when you hit the light button.

[@dalesmith4019]

This house is being restored with such love.

[@juzamud]

Glad you have a healthy work/life balance. It keeps you sane. You are becoming such a craftsman. You were at heart and now in practice.

[@melodyfisher1512]

…and sometimes it ends up even better than the original. Great job! I am loving watching this bathroom come together. 🥰

[@conniehopkins6105]

The golden light in the bathroom reminds me of Christmas as a child. Golden warmth of a home that is loved. I love it. Congratulations on your beautiful home coming together.

[@nevefamily3524]

WOW, as my grandfather would say, "Fancy That!"

[@meganpatten724]

I'm sorry but any montage of a freaking light switch of all things that can make me TEAR UP is a masterpiece.

[@dragonflyhill5748]

Miss seeing your dad. He was a big help.

[@glennmcgee1729]

The stain color in the bathroom has a stunning richness, so good.

[@garycloud5705]

Kaleb. Your passion for restoring the old mansion really shines through. Glad you are happy!

[@paulacarlson4365]

Kaleb,that bathroom is a thing of beauty!!!!!! Be very proud of yourself,you and Kim!!!!

[@virginiagoodale9069]

Love the mirror above the bathroom sink. If the bathroom is any indication of what the rest of the house is going to look like, it will be spectacular.

[@Seelieness]

You geeking out about how much you love this house never gets old. The bathroom is so moody and beautiful. Well done. I'm reeeeeally looking forward to seeing those tiles go in, but not sure where they fall in your schedule so just going to wait patiently. :D

[@sandydugenske299]

The bathroom is fantastic 👏 you've done a wonderful job considering the wonkieness of an old home. You should be so proud of yourselves you did a fantastic job. Soon you can say: 1 down and 20 to go or however many rooms there are lol 😆

[@kate_cooper]

I make it thirteen. Fourteen, if you count the basement.

[@sandydugenske299]

@@kate_cooper thanks 😊

[@lindamasson8799]

Kaleb that door looks amazing and I love the bathroom, and just love the room with the fireplace. The house is going to be just beautiful because you and Kim are putting so much love into what you are doing.

[@cheryllakin6736]

The bathroom is beautiful, the dinning room/bed room looks really good.

[@suzannemckenzie2873]

The powder room is stunning!!! The lighting is perfect. The mirror is just right, better than the medicine cupboard. So wonderful to see your enthusiasm for the home. What a stunning place. God bless you for helping a friend in need. It is amazing, isn’t it, to have friends and family you’ve never seen and may never meet, here at least. You are a good and honorable man.

[@naybaby5778]

I’m so excited for you guys. Kaleb looks so happy with the progress.

[@KaneVanGate38]

Fast forward to 18:48 if you came here to see goalie pads! Seriously though, thanks so much for being in my video, Kaleb! Can't wait to get an in-person tour

[@cindyanderson1696]

The bathroom is beautiful! It has been lovingly restored to another time! Your skills and attention to detail are evident!!!

[@theresamultistan4549]

My favorite part is the door! The beautiful wood and that perfect fit. Great job!

[@kccolly8459]

Amazing job! So beautifully done. That grain on that door is S I C K !!

[@porkturtle8321]

Yes indeed. I can see why Kaleb is so giddy about it when he shows it off to us.

[@juliehare3403]

Fantastic job! I'm very impressed with your woodworking....looks professional to me! The crystals on those globes will really sparkle....can't wait to see them! I am happy that you prioritize your friends and family...good for y'all!!

[@BlackCat-rm2wv]

I can't wait to see how the floor is going to turn on the restroom and see it complete it's going to be awesome

[@lindaparker9429]

It's beautiful just beautiful what a great job

[@elfprincessplume2515]

The bathroom is really coming together. It looks beautiful and I can already imagine what it will look like when it is finished. Keep up the wonderful work!

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

Stunning adaptation to reflect (he he) the age of the room. I am loving your whole process.

[@The2ndEmpireStrikesBack]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@FloridaClay]

It's turning out to be a real WOW!

[@caoimhenimhuireadhaigh1303]

This video has brought me so much joy. Seeing all of the woodwork nigh on completely finished in the bathroom, seeing the bathroom in that stunning lighting, the door, the DOOR!! Seeing that on its hinges was huge, you've got an actual powder *room* now! Seeing the dining room all cleared out and beautifully lit, it set my imagination alight with how beautiful it will be when finished. I'm certain after the powder room that the reality will end up being better than anything I can envision!!

[@dragonflyhill5748]

Looks very good. Can’t wait for the prisms. They will really bring it all together. The woodwork looks so good.

[@jerridavis6462]

Y’all were missed! Lights in the bathroom so pretty! Your soon to be bedroom beautiful peaceful room! Can’t wait to see it all come together!

[@katherinesheridan5836]

The mirror and the lights are absolutely perfect. Love it!

[@randyfritz2094]

I just noticed on the frosted/etched shades that leaf design is also repeated in the top headpiece of the wood molding on the mirror. Great eye....for detail.

[@DramaMustRemainOnTheStage]

People drive me crazy telling you what to do with your lamp shades. Its just BEAUTIFUL...

[@maggiemae7153]

Wow! I love that bathroom! The lighting is superb. But the best thing is seeing your joyful eyes as you showed it off. Great job!

[@gordonulrickson3626]

The bathroom is amazing your home is going to be so beautiful! Totally missed you last week also totally understand why friends and family always take priority. Hope you have an absolutely fantastic week.

[@kathypetering3303]

My husband and I sat in front of your house a week ago Saturday. I did not get up the nerve to knock.....the house is looking great!!

[@debbiegoforth8537]

The powder room is exquisite. I love the warmth of the room. I can't wait to see how the tile floor looks when you get it down. Will you have to trim the bottom of the door down? When you get down or upset with the world, go stand in that room with the door closed. It will show you the future.

[@jenniferjones3408]

The mirror looks great there.

[@amyjones8114]

To those who lived back then, the lighting in the bathroom would have seemed very bright! I remember in Downton Abbey, Maggie Smith’s character said she felt like she was on stage at the Gaiety. 😄

[@microplastique]

this mirror fits perfectly in there, amazing

[@zeenatbaer138]

Oh my goodness .. the bathroom looks So Awesome.. the lighting, the colours, the wall 'paper' design is absolutely perfect, the warm glow cast from the lights really fits with everything. Grand and humble at the same time. You should be very proud of yourselves. Can't praise you enough. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@marianneprice2418]

So happy for you. The bathroom and dining room really has begun to show what a beautiful dream home you will have in the future. The door into the bath is unbelievable...the fit when you open the door into the room looks like it was built that way.

[@maggiesue4825]

SOOOO Striking! And one of a kind!!

[@leroydavis1948]

I love the historical low lighting in the bathroom. Just feels right.

[@heatherstewart6272]

I wish I lived nearby so I could go on the tour. 😞

[@eileenworth7862]

Your enthusiasm was always contagious and it makes me happy to see you happy! The house is looking great! Kudos to your attention to detail. I love this channel. 💜💜💜

[@petemurphy3192]

caleb you and Kim are taking us all on a journey of history of a bygone era your passion and love you both have for your home is wonderful for me it's no longer a house it's a home your excitement is infectious thankyou for taking us on this journey.

[@joharmon2148]

absolutely love the sconces fell in love with them first time you showed them. Great build on the door! Never apologize for taking care of other matters of importants

[@pauladempsey5123]

It is a joy to see you so proud and happy. Your powder room is so elegant! I like those large gloves and the lighting. The lights give a good atmosphere.

[@marthav2772]

SCORE on the door fitting into that space!👍😃 Oh the mirror and sconces look GORGEOUS!!! I love that room!😍. Imagine what the rest of the rooms will look like!😍😍😍 😃. Good work guys!👍😊

[@audreywilliams6633]

I love the wood pattern on the bathroom door.

[@chataboutcakes]

Absolutely stunning, attention to detail is amazing. It's, to me becoming a Victorian London Home. Such wonderful restoration work, the downstairs cloakroom is beautiful and the Lampshades are the perfect Size for the time line. 👌🇬🇧

[@breabeyrouti7834]

I am so giddy over the lighting!! That was an epic intro!!!!!!!!!!! IT IS GORGEOUS!

[@fireemtguy]

The bathroom and lighting look Amazing, great job Kim and Kaleb

[@BodyByBJfitness]

The bathroom is really starting to take shape and looking fabulous. The front parlor is definitely a wonderful room to see all put together.

[@mr.jorgenson879]

Powder room looks fabulous! Especially like the mirror.It worked out perfectly,because it was meant to be. Now when your running out of energy just look at some old photos.

[@sharonpeek4578]

I knew the bathroom was going to be beautiful, but I'm absolutely blown away by the results. It's hard to believe it's going to get even better!

[@lindamurns1245]

Looking fabulous you guys!!!!!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

It all looks absolutely beautiful, just as you (and we) knew it would! Glad you took some time for your friend and happy for you that you were in a position to do so. Without friends and family, a big house could feel awfully empty and meaningless. You have your priorities right!

[@SpanishEclectic]

The bathroom looks wonderful! The colors started to hum during the bead board/trim timelapse, as you layered on the stain until it matched. I love the gaslight globes, even without the crystals. Those will be the icing (icicles?) on the cake, lol. I am very impressed with the door carpentry job; such things can be maddening. Two thoughts: 1) Consider the interior doorknob when designing the shelf/cabinet for the space below the window. 2) Women need a certain level of 'true color' light when putting on makeup. Once guests will be there, you may want to figure out an alternate vanity area. If I was you, I too would be dancing on air over that dining room. Waking up there every day will be a lovely payoff for all the hours of paint stripping and plaster demo. :)

[@breabeyrouti7834]

omg the door looks amazing! you did an outstanding job! WOW it fits PERFECT in that nook like it literally was made for it!!

[@The2ndEmpireStrikesBack]

Thank you so much!!

[@dragonflyhill5748]

I love those old push button light switches. The lighting looks really great. I really like your videos on working with the wood. I grew up with a dad who refinished and rebuilt many derelict antiques filling our house with them making them beautiful again even rebuilding missing pieces. He would have me draw the patterns he would carve into the missing pieces he replaced in the furniture. That curly pine is beautiful. Good job all around.

[@tracigrant5130]

I actually teared up when that light clicked on in the beginning. So beautiful!

[@heathenamerican8149]

Wow! That bathroom coming out amazingly. The lighting is perfect in there, especially if you were going for that low gas burner glow, you nailed it. Mirror looks great as well and can't wait to see that tour if you're filming it.

[@libertygiveme1987]

The Soft Lighting in the Bathroom is WONDERFUL, but the room that you're going on and on about, I was thinking - "Is he seeing the same room I am?" The Ceiling alone will be a 'NIGHTMARE' I would think, not to mention what you'll have to do to the Fireplace!!!! If I were a "BETTING WOMAN", I'd say you'll have it looking AMAZING before the year is out!!!!

[@ah5721]

It looks so alive 🥰. Congratulations on finishing your first room !👏

[@thevinylcollector3472]

awesome video kaleb the bathroom looks amazing

[@Thehamstersgiude2u]

I’m amazed by all the progress you’ve made this year!

[@JustJudyLynn]

So exciting! Looks fantastic! It's been thrilling watching the progress.

[@mkofftiger]

Have you selected prisms for the sconces? Never mind...I see the prisms you've selected. Handsome. The burled panels in the door are spectacular.

[@catherineengle4196]

I haven't really got to watch much lately. My youngest son killed himself over a month ago now almost 2 months. I have really been out of sorts for awhile just dealing with the grief. The bathroom is looking so stunning! You are doing such an amazing job. The dining room is absolutely beautiful. God bless y'all everything is looking so awesome.

[@Sharon.O]

Sorry for your loss. Very sad.

[@The2ndEmpireStrikesBack]

Sorry for your loss Catherine.

[@jenniewren9351]

Sorry to hear of your loss. You must be reeling. Grieving takes time and everyone does it differently. Bless you.

[@sharonmohon3275]

The love and pride you have for your house ekes through to us watchers….what you have done with the bathroom is nothing short of amazing…so very true to the historical history of the house….hats off to you….

[@adamedk]

Hope your friend is doing okay! Good reason to miss a week. Looks fantastic!

[@jbart5260]

The light sconces are beautiful as they are!

[@dianefrench9128]

Kaleb….I LOVE your attention to detail! The bathroom is wonderful, the lights are perfect and the door is a great “almost” final touch! I would not change one thing in there.

[@jessd7281]

It’s absolutely wonderful! ❤ I am honored to be part of the extended family!

[@earlklemm2031]

A beautiful job, you can be proud of your work

[@COWELLGIRL]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@masonwinfreyplatman2294]

Its all coming together! And it's looking gorgeous 😍 if you're able to do this with just a bathroom I can't wait to see what you do in some of the more grander rooms

[@dianeburnejko2908]

The bathroom is absolutely glowing & beautiful! Really came back to life! Don't have to apologize for missing a week, friends & family always come first. ❤

[@lindamurns1245]

I think k I'm loving the door most of all, just because the wood is unbelievably beautiful 😍

[@diandreawilliams1799]

Love the shades, the mirror, the lights just beautiful!

[@dmarladmarla7024]

Great job! And the door was meant to be.

[@jamiereid5808]

The bathroom looks stunning. Your attention to detail is amazing! Can’t wait to see the whole house come together. Keep up the good work.

[@Joanie620]

The bathroom looks nostalgic for the of the 1890s 👍And the dining fireplace looks real neat. 🙂

[@patriciamorris471]

Absolutely phenomenal 👏

[@Billybopper1]

You’re right! Historic lighting really DOES make the difference! I feel like I’ve stepped back in time to the 1890’s! You’re living my dream, Kaleb! Congratulations 🎊🎈🍾 Nice 👍 job!