How To Build An Outdoor Shower | Part 1 | DIY Framing

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In this video I'm showing you how I built an outdoor shower. Having a shower outdoors in the hot Texas summers feel amazing. In this video, I cover building the structure. Stay tuned as next week, I'll cover how to plumb the shower with water lines from the house.
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Welcome to the official April Wilkerson KZbin channel! I’m April and I’m the creator of Wilker Do’s. I am an obsessed DIYer and Woodworker. I'm not professional or have any training, so I just pick the project I want to tackle and figure it out step by step. On this channel you will find a variety of content like DIY home improvement, How-To’s, construction, design and more!
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[@HARMARSCH2]

April, Very nice outdoor shower. I really like that.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!

[@allisonkurtz4383]

What a great way to use your remaining Trex deck boards! They are perfect for this application and continue your outdoor design theme. Smart!

[@stephenridenour6812]

Great work April! That will be a joy to use and keep the house much cleaner!

[@leebarnhart831]

When I was a kid we had an outdoor shower on the farm, thou not as private or as nice as yours. Back then I think my folks called it a garden hose and stock tank. lol.

[@tonyn3123]

I have similar at my barn. But I used a on-demand water heater that ignites on D-cell batteries and runs on 20lb propane bottle. All you need is a hose bib and hose to connect. The heater unit and propane bottle is mounted on a HF set of trucks which I pull out from under roof and connect in minutes. Works perfect and removes the plumbing issues. If I ever want to move the shower, I don't have plumbing issues to deal with. It surprised me how little the water heater cost that supplies plenty of hot water....even in those fall days when I am dirty and don't want to go home that way.

[@rupe53]

Tony ... I have one of those propane heaters and with all the misc fittings I think I'm into it for a bit over $200. I used a spring loaded "flush valve" for the water feed and the handle goes to a rope tied to a small piece of plywood. The idea is you step on the wooden pedal to start / stop the water. The rope has a spring connected so you don't over-crank the valve handle. I figured (roughly) I can get about 600 showers at 3 minutes each on a BBQ tank.

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

The color combination is STUNNING April!!!

[@siamvictorzeronimo1761]

Because of your skill in diy you are my star.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Aw, thanks! And thanks for watching.

[@hellohuman2701]

Yep, I LOVE THIS!! This was so super simple to watch and realize! I love the scheme as well! Really sharp April!!

[@TotalBoat]

Gorgeous design and build, April! It looks amazing!

[@billyshumate853]

Looks great. Can't wait for part 2. Take care and have a blessed week and I'll see you on your next vidja.

[@cnlbrett]

This is amazing and encouraging. This would be perfect for a tiny house outdoor shower to save moisture from building inside the tiny house. Thank you for sharing.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Looks great April, looking forward to seeing it finished. Thanks for sharing with us, Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@LargerThanCats]

When you watch the video from five years ago only to see this video...so fulfilling! The updated design is a lot more refined as well.

[@AprilWilkerson]

It certainly is but my Mom still loves hers and wouldn't change a thing! Thanks for watching.

[@DesignsbyDonnie]

April... this is such a cool idea! I enjoyed watching this build and learned something... that jig for equal spacing is LEGIT!!!

[@MelanieLauree]

APRIL! Girl, this is amazing. I’ve been in love with outdoor showers ever since I took one at a little hot springs resort in New Mexico years ago. Time to bring that vibe to my home in the PNW and enjoy an outdoor shower for a couple months out of the year. Really appreciate this build.

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Glad you like it so much. Enjoy building one!

[@DavetaPowell]

Hi what was the name of the hot springs resort you visited?

[@RobertWilson-uf5ui]

Your straight forward explanation of how to build an outdoor shower made it a definitely doable project. An absolutely well organized step by step easy to follow plan from start to finish. My goal is to start building this outdoor shower with help from friends next week. TY

[@mariebarth6866]

Thanks for the inspiration. I'll be putting mine where the water will drain directly onto a maple tree's roots. Just can't get enough water to our trees here in New Mexico, so this will be helpful for it and for me. Sometimes it's nice to just wet yourself down fully clothed to keep working in the heat...everything dries in minutes.

[@RJ42997]

Smart!

[@Fencearmor]

Nailed it April! This turned out awesome, checking out Part 2 now!

[@grega4450]

Amazing built mine 3 months ago. Love it use it everyday. I went the spigot method for both hot and cold so I can also use the spigots for other things.

[@mydoglayla5045]

I love this project! Looks beautiful.

[@daleannharsh8295]

Another option for those who don't have access to hot-cold running water by punching through a wall may be using the propane-powered instant hot water units sold to campers. Spark is provided by batteries and all you need is a garden hose to supply water. With the right lookups you'd just tape into the tank running your BBQ.

[@benrumler7129]

April, All the years I have followed you this is the first time I have seen make the drastic mistake, IT IS NOT IN MY YARD, GOOD WORK

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Haha, I'm glad you like it

[@billkay1400]

Just the inspiration I needed: Have had a recurring request for an outdoor shower. I just bought your plans too will save some ciphering on my part. Thanks for the vid.

[@benggeorge71]

April, you ROCK thank you for simple easy to follow directions to help spur my own original ideas and designs. You’re a welcome inspiration for us men who think it’s only a man’s world when it’s actually a shared world of creative human beings like yourself that inspires. Keep Inspiring!

[@duneme]

Love it! I use my Outdoor Shower Daily! We built it for rinsing off after you went in the Pool! Now I like it as I don’t have to wipe down anything to prevent water-spots/scale andI know, I’m weird!

[@carlwhite8225]

Great project so far, I built one in my back yard a few months ago and it seems I did it the hard way as usual, Thanks April.

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Meh, live and learn. I've done many things the hard way but it taught me an easier way.

[@bribri8042]

Phenomenal! We’ve always day dreamt of an outdoor shower… and we’ve finally found ourselves on a large piece of land, and reno’ing a travel trailer as we begin designing our forever home. The travel trailers bathroom is less than desirable, and we thought… why not rip out the shower, and finally make our outdoor one? This turned out absolutely beautiful and so inspiring. Ty for your time!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Sounds fabulous. Glad you found the video useful. Thank you for sharing and for watching.

[@stevegabbert9626]

About 45 years ago I camped at a state park, where the showers had no roofs. It was the oddest feeling, looking up and seeing the trees, while soaping up.

[@speliotis]

Love the outdoor shower.. the board under board was the way my dad designed the fence in our yard when we were just kids.....Sweet memories

[@andersonclarke9278]

Yes good

[@candacekathol7307]

Your video I spired me, I built an outdoor shower for a rental! Thanks!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! I'm glad you found it useful. Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@evhar1022]

Hey April, you have inspired me. I started painting, got my first skill saw, drill and nail gun. I'm adding baseboard around my home and painting. I know I will make a lot of mistakes along the way, but I'm having fun and my home is looking pretty good. Thanks for always posting awesome content.

[@AprilWilkerson]

That is so great to hear! Have a blast

[@nica.rivera]

Love the color combo. 😀

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you! 🤗

[@bobloblaw6138]

@@AprilWilkerson What paint product and color did you use here? I looked through the video many times and also through the comments. Such a great project!!

[@69virgin1966]

Another great project! I really like the way your mind thinks in projects like this. Keep the great videos coming Thanks for sharing and God bless

[@michaelm077]

Awesome job as usual, your videos show how simple DIY can be. Keep them coming.

[@Vengeance888]

So simple and beautiful

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! I love how it turned out. Thanks for watching.

[@plinytheelder1956]

Living off-grid the outdoor shower/restroom was one of the 1st things I built. It's funny that I went with the same color scheme as you did and that was 5 years ago. The Cedar and pressure treated woods are aging nicely too. I left one side partially open (I have no neighbors) to have a perfect view of the surroundings and the animals. It's like watching "Wild Kingdom" while using the structure. I just love it. Another great build April 😘!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@marksmuck4379]

This looks incredible. I live in Northern Ontario Canada at a lake so summer outdoor showers will be a must. Going to build it this summer. Thanks for sharing

[@benh554]

I absolutely love that sprayer. I bought it to paint my in-law's house a few years ago and have found so many other projects to use it on

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes, I use it and love it every time! Thanks for watching.

[@jasonstarr6419]

Going to have to build one for next summer at our pool, so this is very timely. And, as always, you go above and beyond. Great job, and the pinnacle of professional treatment of materials, tools, and safety!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!

[@luctoulouse]

Probably something usual for Texas...not so much in Canada...Looks awesome, waiting for Part 2.

[@TheNakidGardeners]

That is something we could possibly use on our homestead in northeast Texas. thanks for sharing

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) You're welcome.

[@tool717]

Awesome build

[@talladegadude4852]

Beautiful!!! I love the colors chosen.

[@TonyBullard]

I'm convinced April is slowly turning her property into a campground.

[@anthonyreed3682]

WilkerLand?

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Wilkerson Ranch.

[@anthonyreed3682]

@@AprilWilkerson That's a lot better than I had. :)

[@earlyriser8998]

some very good ideas there on the shower

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you like them!

[@-gina1114]

It’s beautiful April!!! Looking forward to Part 2!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Great! Stay tuned! Thanks for watching.

[@dennispope8160]

April mentioned galvanized brad nails, as a note for those who live in a more corrosive environment, many real building supply houses sell stainless brad nails as well.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Good tip!

[@markbrown9838]

Really like this shower April. Great job!

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

Awesome Shower Build April! This is new to me, since we don't have outdoor showers in Michigan. However, since you can drain the waterlines I believe this could also be built in a cold freezing climate too.

[@Stillnapie]

I'm in Michigan and I do....

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

@@Stillnapie Well That's Cool!

[@andrewjeffries8721]

Beautiful outdoor shower! Also, Kate and I have toyed with the idea of a garden. We will look at your raised garden video to see it it's something that we'd like to do. Keep rockin' it, April! And happy new year!!

[@Wagner-Spraytech]

Wow, this is such a great build! Nice work with your Wagner sprayer to apply the finish!

[@lauraweese5616]

I was racking my brain for ideas to build an outdoor shower with a propane heater. This is amazing!

[@andresilva8444]

Love the amber tint.

[@ricchhie1]

You are amazing! I was looking for some outdoor lighting ideas and I ran into some of your channel. I am learning so much from your videos! I've alway been a handyman/ Mr. fixit and I really enjoy working with my hands and building things. You have raised my game! Thank you!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@lenniereagan2362]

Looks great, April! Thank you!

[@AprilWilkerson]

You are so welcome!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work April! 😃👍🏻🚿👊🏻

[@mikecurtis2585]

Great design looking very nice. Thanks 😊🙏

[@GunsHarleysUSA]

Well planed and executed and it looks Awesome April...👍

[@georgeeads8689]

Very nice April. Well done.

[@merlinsatrom6678]

Great and useful build April!

[@kingkong7617]

The outdoor shower looks great and the colors match really well.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you! I'm really pleased with how it turned out. Thanks for watching.

[@viviancovington7813]

Absolutely lovely. Excellent craftsmanship

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you very much!

[@ANDYYANKEE]

Fantastic Project! Maybe a Mini Fridge for a Cold Beer???

[@silver60618]

super cool April, love your videos

[@tomtillman]

Watch out for the drones :) That outside bench is a nice touch. Here in AZ where it gets to 115, we need one of those just to cool off!

[@chekymonkey4452]

great job April looking good

[@Grunt49]

Another winner! Thank you.

[@carpdude73]

Okay, since no one mentioned it, I will! NICE PINK FLOYD SHIRT!!

[@jamesdavis8771]

April the outdoor shower is freaking sweet!!!!! Nice job!👍🏾

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jamesdavis8771]

Np😊

[@miszczu85]

Super, zbuduję taki na działce 😀👍

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes, it's a great addition and after working on the property on a hot day, feels great. Thanks for watching.

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

Great project, looking forward to part 2. Thumbs up and thanks for posting!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks for watching!

[@kriscree8627]

Impressive! Great job!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you liked it!

[@user-cg1wr1lj5d]

I absolutely love the board on board look I’ve never seen it anywhere else like that and I love it

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! Yes, I love the look. Thanks for watching.

[@jimbodini100]

Great video , like your carpentry skills . I'm a carpenter for 30 years myself.

[@AprilWilkerson]

That's awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@stoojinator]

The colour combination is fantastic! I love cedar and the look it gives outdoors projects. It's so expensive here that I rarely use it, opting for treated pine. But this is beautiful. Well done!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much!

[@deirdre444]

Cedar fence boards are cheap compared to other forms of cedar lumber. 1x6's are about $3.78 a piece here in the states..

[@KellyJelly9976]

I love the project so far..especially the colors

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks!

[@eddiemaldonado6668]

You are awesome April!

[@hermiloocampo5879]

Thank you April for your videos.bye

[@_Merica_USA]

Another amazing project!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you like it!

[@NickRock]

And another awesome project! I have to work on getting some outdoor space!

[@harmsworthcharles3261]

Hello from France Mrs Wilkerson Unfortunatly in my country even à shower inside my house can be cold ,i can t imagine having one outside ! Another 👍 Take care and stay safe . ( hope the plumbing didn 't freez last winter )

[@austinhastings6709]

Hey, now! Even I remember the French heat wave of 2019. And 2003! So I know you guys get at least one warm month per year! You just need to install an outdoor wine cooler right beside the bench... ;-)

[@superviewer]

Very inspiring. Thank you.

[@justindavis1546]

Love the layout and idea.

[@rickysafer2895]

Thanks for the video April that shower will be nice out in the Texas heat. I probably would have pre stained my boards first . You still did a great job as always.

[@countrysmurfcomedy3099]

Great Work..... 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Gifted young lady...💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💙💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@doylerabjohn3435]

Humm idea.....I to live in the country....Farming country so my neighbors live close. I love the design.

[@martynewell885]

Fantastic job. I love watching your channel because you do great projects.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!

[@parkje214]

Freakin awesome, April Wilkerson!

[@jeffkuipers1030]

april YOU ROCK nice job

[@marlinezell639]

Love it. Awesome build.

[@waynerountree9284]

Top job amazing thanks for sharing looking forward to 2nd part👍

[@Bucky916]

April Keep building Cool Stuff and my wife will never let me back in the house !!!! Last year thanks to you and Covid we built a deck!!!! Thanks ! LOL Keep up the Kick Butt Builds, this one is awesome so far !

[@NSilver832]

Believe me. I still don't understand why people dislike these kind of videos.

[@mikedkc]

Very nice work. Great design.

[@mwjii]

I like the color combo.

[@darcyscott2406]

Looks good so far April! You are amazing! Have a good week. From Northwestern Vermont

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! Have a good week too, from Central Texas. :)

[@RustyCarnahan]

Love the idea. Might have to incorporate this into my home and property renovation.

[@AprilWilkerson]

You will love it! I built one for my folks years ago and they still love and use it. Thanks for watching.

[@Readthepeoplef5063]

Wow that is so cool always a good build that you do excellent job thanks for sharing your video

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching.

[@Readthepeoplef5063]

What ever you make always come out perfect because you always work hard on getting it right and that's why you the women 💯..lol keep it up

[@jacquelynnacopoulos1278]

Hello, Wow, I love it. I am impressed. Congratulations. You did a Great Job. You are amazing. Excellent. 👍👊❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌🙌🙌🙌 God Bless You.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!

[@science_pad]

I love this design! I think I might put it on wheels so I can move it around and irrigate our yard. We're waaaay down in 78572.