I am not giving up hope...(bathroom renovation)

Elysia tackles restoring our 100 year old clawfoot tub that is original to this late 1899 home. Not an easy process how to restore a clawfoot in this bad of condition but she is determined to make this bathroom renovation into her dream bathroom!

[@tracidaniel7462]

I am a designer and furniture painter. I would not paint your sink cabinet. The trend is now going back to all wood tones in cabinetry. I also believe it suits the time period of your home.

[@roselewis24]

Leave it wood. When you get the walls painted it will be a great contrast and bring that natural warmth to the room.

[@ToriE1073]

I agree.

[@carinslayton3147]

God bless the man that traded back! Wow you guys were blessed!

[@janetculver7093]

My suggestion for the beautiful truck is Betty White! She will live for a long time and be beautiful and shine like Betty and be a beast at anything you need her for. Love Ford trucks! Congratulations 🎉

[@dhunters5]

1. Love the tub and can't wait to see it finished. 2. Leave the cabinet the way it is. Just seal it real good. 3. Name the truck Pearl. And there is my 3 cents.

[@cherylweso]

Pearl is cute!

[@dhunters5]

@teracoursey9843Love it( I also named my car pearl.)

[@lovingmayberry307]

Elysia, it's your bathroom, you can do whatever you choose to do! It's gonna look great, like everything you do. My opinion would be to leave the cabinet with the sink unpainted, but again, YOUR choice! ❤

[@ritahall8653]

I would never paint that cabinet as old as it is but you do you

[@pattyharrison6386]

Hey Elysia, Congratulations on the new truck, & the tub is looking great, although I kinda liked the blue myself. LMAO Truck names, Opal would be pretty. The bathroom cabinet if it were me i would take & give it a good cleaning with Murphys Oil Soap,& then seal the top really well.

[@lovingmayberry307]

Name her Victoria because she is VICTORIOUS!!! 😊

[@alicejump2290]

Million dollar tub , oh Million hour tub! One stubborn woman and a dream, this type of tub is really the best!

[@justgoodness333littlehomes5]

Leave the vanity wood. It will be very grounding in a bright light bathroom. And it's just so detailed.

[@sharonmaresh]

When it comes to fancy antique cabinets, I'm always team original wood. However, I don't know your vision or decorative scheme and your judgment when decorating your home has been spot on, so it's your call. Whatever you decide, I'm sure it'll be beautiful!

[@hotflippinmess9178]

I'm really sad that some people are giving you guys crap for your channel taking a pivot and not just being DIY anymore. I enjoy the variety and feel like I know you all.

[@lindaopperthauser2284]

WOW!! WOW! WOW! WOW!! your tub inside looks AMAZING!! Persistence pays off!! Good for you!! Amazing Lady!! You rock!

[@joycefernandezbaham8380]

Elysia, You are a very determined lady. I hope your tub comes out as well as you hope because you have worked so hard on it. I’m would not paint the dresser. It’s so beautiful as it is.

[@numa.k]

We watched you literally build your kitchen from scratch on limited access to water, electricity & crazy weather. We will NOT let you quit now. It will pay off and look beautiful.

[@bonniehodgson8776]

The tub is going to be beautiful! Leave the vanity wood. It’s gorgeous!!😊❤️

[@pannis72]

Vanity ~ No paint!!!!! It’s beautiful the way it is

[@TiffanieC85]

The tub is looking great so far Elysia! And I say do whatever your heart desires with the bathroom cabinet! Don't worry about what anyone else thinks, you are the ones that have to look at it every day! And congrats on the new-to-you truck! 🎉 As for names, I suggest either Britney (as in Spears) because she's Stronger, or Gloria (as in Gaynor) because she will Survive!

[@ssoley2097]

Chase’s voice! Been watching y’all since he was a young’un. How the time flies!

[@margaretfrosst575]

Congratulations on your new truck. New name Stormy. So that she can get you through any stormy periods. She will be strong and mighty and last a long time.

[@kateslippers8289]

Ooohhh, Stormy is a great name due to it being white and in a true snow region. Great idea Margaret Frosst!

[@cherylweso]

Yes, good one!

[@mandywells2934]

I wouldn’t paint the vanity. It’s gorgeous 😍 The tub looks great, compared to what it was before! 😊

[@patriciawilliamsn9605]

I love the wood on the vanity. Leave it for last, see how it looks with everything else done. Tub is coming along.

[@madzabinga8382]

I think you should try Retique it on the vanity. The warmth of the wood is nice, but the finish seems dated. Without having to sand it all down, you could use the Retique it to give it a new "wood" like finish!

[@LINDA-vw9uw]

Sure hope that beautiful tub meets your expectations because it’s great to keep. The cabinet is absolutely gorgeous and the wood would be my choice. Can’t wait to watch your bathroom project updates

[@blk123]

Your truck looks great. I think your bathroom is going to look fantastic no matter what you do with the vanity.

[@missmollychips2598]

Your cabinet is gorgeous. I like things painted, but I wouldn't touch it. It suits your home perfectly ❤

[@LorisWhirled]

Chason’s voice! It’s changing. Our little boy is growing up! ❤

[@lailairedias1974]

I love the natural wood

[@CarolynS.Cooper-io4jw]

It already looks so much better ! Worth all the work ! Call your new truck Dolly as in Dolly Parton,Queen of Country !

[@ConservativeVeteran]

The tub looked better as time passed...here's hoping it will turn completely white! Love the new truck!

[@eileencarew1972]

Nice new truck, best of luck with it. Maybe call if "Effie" (F150). Also leave your vanity as is, that wood looks beautiful. Looking forward to seeing your bathroom when it's finished.

[@paulastrong7571]

Can't wait to see how the bathroom turns out! I would leave the vanity how it is, but knowing you it will be white with gold drawer pulls! 😁

[@DWDinAtlanta]

Iim loving the tub and can't wait to see it shiny & pristine! The gold feet will look so pretty! I think for the period of your house, I'd leave the vanity wood. I would try to lighten it up a bit. I have a dresser that belonged to my grandparents. It is tiger oak but the finish looked like it had been painted black. The bought it used & had celebrated their 75th anniversary when my oldest son was born. He is now 44. I just scrubbed it with a solvant & steel wool until it came down to a warm wood tone. Naming the truck, I don’t think I'm good with that. My first thought was Ford?...Freda, but that's your pig! LOL. Maybe Blanche. Isn’t that french for white? Or Perle for pearl. I know! I'm bad at that! LOL. HUGS~Donna

[@shstuff52]

Soooo happy about your truck swap. I have a 4 door Honda truck & I ♥️♥️♥️♥️ it!!!! Plus it had a “trunk” in the back of the bed. The tub looks better than it did. It’s all gonna work out with it. I can see the tub at the window!! With a sheer around it. As far as the vanity…🤷‍♀️…. It’s old & makes a statement all on its own butttttt if you want it painted…..paint it. ♥️💙💙💙🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@ellenmorrell8332]

Big differences between coats! I grew up with tubs like this! Wish I had one now.❤❤❤❤😊

[@beverlysharp246]

Ford trucks are my favorite! We are a Ford family. I just bought a new Bronco in October. It’s white and I named it Ghost. ❤️❤️❤️

[@junehurt2469]

Love your perseverance with that tub. I think leaving the vanity wood with no paint makes it look very dramatic.

[@barbmeirhaeghe1846]

It is going to look amazing when ya’ll do what makes YOU happy!

[@user-jn2fi6hz7e]

Great work on the tub! I would paint the vanity… the design is almost a French country vibe. And you are in Acadian country up there so a little nod to your French community🥰! And a blingy chandelier would suit that room… put a dimmer on it for romantic mood feel. I stayed at an Airbnb in Wedgeport where most rooms had dimmers. It was sooo sweet.

[@gloriaeren8717]

The color is now I think matches your inspiration picture and it is stunning but you are talented and you know what’s best and I love your truck

[@marlene7969]

Truck would be a great Opal… I like the wood look of the vanity, it just needs a little refresh! Maybe a touch of deeper stain? And I would add a few nice coats of a good satin finish sealer, to protect it from water damage in the damp environment of the bathroom. I love the tub, and am totally in awe of your determination! It’s A LOT of work to refinish an old tub! BUT OH MY GOODNESS, when you’re done, I believe it will be good for another 100 years! Totally worth the effort! Keeping the original tub in the house is wonderful!

[@patriciareeps3389]

I’ve seen people use the Rustoleum tub kit that turned out nice. I’m sure you will keep at until you are happy. Congratulations on the truck trade

[@Mandola-Jane]

I love that he bathtub looks so surprised 😂 Brillant job, as always! Here is to dedication and tenacity! ❤

[@nadinemcgregor1354]

I like the faded look seeing the old blue purple look in tub 🛀I use to have a claw tub the same as this one

[@K-66]

New truck looks like a Pearl!

[@dianadekin2135]

The tub is coming right along, it looks good so far. You know it will be gorgeous when you're done. 😊

[@maryhammond1417]

Name for truck is Grace. Grace is a gift from God that you may not necessarily deserve! You’re gonna love it

[@lenalyles2712]

In one house we had before we downsized had the tub in front of a big window. We talked to a glad company and it would cost to much to replace, but they had a glaze for $50.00 that basically turned it into a one-way mirror. Total cost was $80.00 to have them do the work.

[@helenatremblay4019]

It is YOUR bathroom! Follow your vision! That is the only path that is important🤩🤩🤩🥰🥰🥰

[@tamberlinwilson1806]

Hi English Family, Tub is looking pretty good already! Truck name ideas: Opal or Pearl as she's a real gem (like Ruby) , or Lola (as she is a show girl) lol

[@micpoi7610]

When I did mine I used the Rust-Oleum brand and it was much thicker and really covered well, it would have hidden all on your first coat in your bath tub and I did two coats waiting the time requested between the 2 coats. I wish it will change to white when it dries for your sake and all the work you put on that tub. 👍. Love your truck, we had a Ford 350 and sold it with our 5th wheel, well really exhange it with someone who offered to change our outfit with a 2016 Ram 4 door. When the lady call. I was not sure as I loved Ford trucks because of how the side front windows curb down towards the front and gives a good view on the side mirrors but then when I saw the inside of the Ram fully loaded and all seats in real leather and in super top condition with only 99000 km so we went for the exchange and I am very glad we did as our Ford was not a 4x4 and the Ram is which we needed where we live but this Winter you are getting the snow we use to have and since the start of the Winter, we only clean our driveway twice which is a record… i would call your truck 🛻 Sylvia as she is silver grey color.

[@judyjerman5562]

My mother used to name the family vehicle “Josephine” (Josey for short). 😂 I love your bathtub and think it will turn out to be beautiful! My vote is to leave the vanity wood showing. 😊

[@cristiflanagan5316]

The bathroom is going to look great. Name her Goldie, she's a precious metal 😊

[@vickiebelk635]

You’re so patient with your tub. I’d already thrown in the towel. I love your new truck!! My Dad has always had Ford vehicles. Very dependable.

[@lauraferguson6312]

I think you should name your truck Fiona. The bathtub is looking better than expected. I cannot wait to see your bathroom complete. Like everything else I know it will look amazing.

[@sharonaqualais7565]

the tub is worth the time and paint needed. It is looking much better already.

[@CoriNagy]

"Chase that's not a good thing!" 😂

[@amandamendoza4181]

The tub really is coming along. From the start of the video to the end it looks so much better! Way to go on not giving up!! I vote naming the new truck Betty White.😊

[@ssoley2097]

My favorite KZbin family

[@tenashofner1451]

Elysia I hope the paint covers the blue in the tub you have worked so hard on it. Congratulations on the truck. Im so glad the gentleman worked with you. I went back and looked at the cabin again. I'm like you but I know whatever you deside it will be beautiful you have great taste. I love that you sign I love you my oldest granddaughter is deaf and she thinks it's great. 🤟

[@user-nj7lz2xq9h]

I love your commitment to your projects. You asked about the vanity. It would be too much white in the bathroom if you painted it white but I find the colour of the wood tone is presently harsh against all the white. Why not try a colour on the vanity or paint/stain with a slight grey tone to blend in better. I am sure it will look good whatever you do.

[@melissajensen9202]

Someone recently asked me what I had more of - time or money? Most people would say time! You're crushing it!

[@cmitchell7347]

Gotta hand it to you for your persistence with the tub. Looking remarkably better, at this point. Not particularly keen on the old wood of the vintage cabinet as it lacks life, vibrancy. As another suggested, consider Retique. Have seen a few YTers apply it over old wood finishes and the results are amazing. Still the look of wood, but updated. Was holding out for your perhaps adding some beadboard wainscoting (bit of an homage to the age of the house), maybe in your signature blue. Bathroom is so large it can easily accommodate a good amount of strong color, somewhere.

[@melissaevans1461]

The sink cabinet is beautiful and I vote to leave it the wood color..it'll look so rich.

[@soniariley295]

I think the tub is going to look fabulous. I think you will probably need another tin to build up the layers but what a transformation already. It's going to be a real labour of love. 👍🏽

[@tinadarlene4623]

Wow I was surprised by the tub. 🛀 It looks like you will get it there. I think first finish the bathroom then see if you like the vanity as is. If not then paint it. You always have a good eye for what you want. WooHoo on the new truck. I had been praying about it for you all. A name for the truck “Faithful” It will always be there to get you where you need to go.😊

[@kellieroth1710]

The tub already looks amazing! So happy about the new truck! I would leave the sink cabinet the way it is. It's gorgeous and fits the house ❤❤

[@brenwhite5775]

Wow I applaud your persistent spirit! You have worked SO hard on that bathtub and it is looking better and better!!!! You GO girl! Okay so it looks like many people are saying to not paint the cabinet, but I think it would look lovely and fresh with just the right color! Love your new truck! So thankful the seller did what is right! Name her “Tubby” since these two challenges overlapped!lol. Love your channel!!!!

[@cerridwenrowan]

I'd paint the cabinet the same colour as the hall cupboard, it looks stunning with the white and will carry the theme through. You can bring in the wood warmth with baskets and accessories if you miss it. As it is it's kind of hovering between antique and vintage. I think painting it will bring it into cohesion.... and I'm not usually the one to say paint it, but I've seen what you can do 🫶

[@michelleclark305]

Your doing so well xx

[@kathyortiz4302]

Truck is beautiful ❤❤❤❤

[@loissaedder2214]

I'd wait until you have the bathroom further along - painted, flooring in - before deciding whether to paint the vanity or not. Whatever you decide will be what is best for your family.

[@anneyday3493]

Call the new truck Giddy Up, so she'll go and go, and go! ;) The horses might get a laugh out of that...

[@gingerdunn6590]

Elisha I hope this works for you !!!!! It's not fun having to do renovations. It's your bathroom if you want it under the window that's your choice . Glad you got a different truck that's good. Prayers and Love From Ginger

[@christiemay4444]

So happy for you guys that things are going your way!!! You deserve it 100%!!! You will discover, when the time comes, whether to paint or just renew the natural wood finish. Cannot waited to see your fabulous finished bathroom!!! Your videos are so much fun to watch! And so inspirational!!!💞💞💞

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

The tub will be really nice! I couldn’t decide to paint or leave the vanity, probably paint the room and then decide! Love the truck!

[@laurakowalski8055]

The work you put into the tub so far is going to be worth it after you finish the extra coats I’m thinking you should name the truck Shirley as surely she’ll be good to you in the coming years

[@DranMasRoost]

I vote to leave the vanity wood until the bathroom is finished, then let us see how it looks overall. Then make your decision whether to paint or not😄

[@Ms._Purple_Apple]

Gosh the tub is looking great, much better for sure!👍⭐️

[@sandrajohnstone5813]

Truck = Percy...for persistence...your mantra 😊

[@mariannekimenhour356]

Congrats on the truck. Because of her color, how about naming her Pearl. Maybe you can get a plow for the front of the truck to help with some snow removal. Also the tub is looking so much better. It is going to look wonderful.

[@heathermcnally2576]

lol, I did the same thing trying to save my tubs in my old stone building. In the end it looked like crap and only lasted a year before it started to rust and leak again, so I ended up finding a very heavy fibreglass tub with huge gold feet on kijiji for $200.00 in perfect shape. This is half the cost of all the paint and strippers and sand paper and epoxy I bought for the cast tub. We all have to go through it for sure. Kudos to you for trying. Well done. Heather

[@L0ve_Liberty]

Snowy would be very fitting for a name! ❄

[@SandraBugler-vq6co]

That's the name that came to my mind as well.

[@karenhart4316]

Thank you for this video (Angel )is a lucky name for your new truck 🙌🥰 great ideas can’t wait to see all the bathroom come together Guys 😉🙏Karen from 🇦🇺

[@42apprentice]

A good buffing with a quality wax, like Gilboys, and the cabinet will look great.

[@labbrockington7854]

Elysia, I would leave it wood tone. There are so many stains out there if it's too dark for you. God bless you and your family 🤟🤗

[@debbralehrman5957]

The bathtub looks to.have a promising start. Given how it started and all the work you did yourself. You got it!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@brendaprice4664]

Elysia, I just had a thought… before you decide whether or not you want to paint the beautiful wood vanity or not… maybe take one of your pictures of it and use one of those apps where you can change colors. See what it looks like before going through the work and realizing it wasn’t what you wanted. If you do decide to paint.., I think a French Provincial look with the White and Gold accents would be awesome and you can highlight the beautiful features and mould work on the front doors and make the detailed woodwork really stand out/pop! Love your determination and ingenuity! B~}

[@sharonsomers5513]

Your bathroom will be beautiful. I love the color of the cabinet as it is. Whatever you do will look beautiful.

[@pattypinsky3085]

You keep at it , girl! It’s going to be beautiful! Have you thought about gold leafing the bottom of the tub! Oh my goodness- talk about a showstopper! OR you could purchase online gold car body paint with flecks in it…🤭have fun! Can’t wait to see how beautiful you make it!

[@nealmaynard8219]

Awesome!! Love that you chose to do the tub in full white, of course the feet will be gold. 😂 I also think that you should leave the cabinet natural. Put a few coats of satin finish poly to protect it, may be a good idea as well. Congrats on the new truck too! Love it! I'm thinking Snowbird for the name! Looking forward to the next video. Until then, stay well and be blessed English family. ❤️

[@melonmahfood2439]

The tub is looking great! I would probably lean toward team paint on the vanity, but would need to see it in the painted room to really leave my very important opinion 🤣🤣🤣 So happy that you have a new truck, feel like that one needs a masculine name...maybe Hank.

[@deebeckham4754]

I think a good natural wax on the vanity would make it waterproof. It would look much better too.😊

[@kimberlymacqueen9316]

Love your channel and all you share, maybe Missy for the name of your truck. The bathroom will be beautiful what ever you decide, your Cape Breton fan.

[@jeribondarcuri7884]

It is your cabinet, but I wouldn't paint it. It's beautiful just how it is!

[@lisagrafton2529]

I like the wood element, of the vanity, in your all white, 100+ year old bathroom . YOU COULD ALWAYS PAINT IT LATER, but it's harder to remove all that paint, if you decide wood is the way to go. I do suggest putting several coats of a protective sealer on the vanity, since it will be used in a bathroom! Thanks for saving a house, that could easily have fallen into a condemned house, since it was neglected for so long!!

[@lisagrafton2529]

I say, name your truck, Pearl!!

[@celiarosa7599]

I love how the tub is coming out.

[@cynthiakelly202]

Truck could be Ryder,can't wait to see the bathroom finished

[@melaniepoulton6738]

OMG Phil cracks me up "All it's doing is giving me a funny feeling"🤣🤣 If you could only find something the same viscosity on the inside of the tuba as on the outside, actually the inside doesn't look bad!!! Please don't paint the wood cabinet.Great truck-you're going to love it!

[@candicejennings1253]

Bath is going Great. Nice truck... looks like a " Opal or Pearl" she is such a Gem!!

[@SandyRief2023]

oh my gosh you must have been seeing that tup in your sleep. I grew up with a cast iron tub like that and didn't realize how awesome it was until I had a "normal' tub.