I made a Rookie Mistake building this wall. But I worked past it and got it done.

It was a long day working through my mistakes. But when it's done, I really like the way it turned out.
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[@ninawill8053]

The wall looks beautiful and even though you kept saying some mistake where made, I don't see it so to me it worked as intended lol. Love how interior of the barn is taking shape, at the end it's gonna be stunning!

[@bigDH123]

That's a beautiful shop Evan, Any one would be proud to have it. I am looking forward to your upcoming projects.

[@jerrybudnik8698]

Evan, there is an old saying “ a good carpenter can hide his mistakes” and it looks like you did a good job of concealing yours. Looks good my friend.

[@gaguy2]

.Another old saying I like is: "it's not government work". It's yours, you can break it if you want to.

[@davep5972]

The wall looks great Evan it’s great to see the new workshop coming together

[@2001joefox]

Evan, the wall looks great! I admire how you admit your mistakes rather than edit them out. Super job!

[@Tonetwisters]

Much agreed!

[@jdsmith2954]

I wouldn’t even call that a mistake brother. The wall looks great!

[@patwanner1781]

I’m in awe of your building skills. The barn is long so good. By the time you finish it will be perfect.👏🏻

[@davidallen04]

Evan, you are the only one that will ever notice the nail pattern being off on a 2-foot section of wall in a corner, next to an overhead door in the shop. Don't sweat the little stuff, it looks great!

[@Brough1111]

You probably kept me from making the same mistake thanks hopefully I can do this

[@dbfarmlife2485]

I'm pretty bad at beating myself up when I make mistakes. I'd bet there were some choice words off camera, but you figured out a solution and got it done... probably even made fewer mistakes than half the pros out there. It's looking awesome.

[@leokelly359]

they aren't mistakes they're design enhancements

[@lewisj1094]

Hey Owen, i personally think the wall turned out great - it looks amazing. i like your style of vids, there is such a variety thank you for sharing, all the best to you and Rebecka for the future. i look forward to the next vid. watching from the UK

[@funtyes1970]

i cant manage how much this garage cost but it does look awesome (DREAM GARAGE) that for sure

[@Sword-Shield]

Looking 👀 good...Adapt... Improvise... Overcome. 🤣🎯👍✌💯

[@konrrade]

Luckily I never make mistakes with all the work I do around here.... : )

[@sixosixo]

Evan, it looks great. I especially light the lighting. Seems very bright!

[@RedPill556]

Do you seal the floor ,So when your working on equipment and you spill oil it wont stain the floor .

[@lorenmeyer5290]

WOW, That looks wonderful! Great job Evan! Can't wait till the next one!!!!!

[@margaretbedwell3211]

Great looking wall, Evan. Whatever you are calling a mistake is not showing, so as my Dad would have said, "A blind man would be glad to see it". This is really a great building and I am looking forward to watching more of it develop. Have a Blessed day.

[@leol1682]

Like the new wall Evan , its a very good job you have done .

[@edadpops1709]

Dad always said a good carpenter can hide or fix his mistakes, he also said never say oh crap, in front of the customer😉😁

[@grizzchris64]

Regardless of the minor mistakes I think it looks great. Nice job Sir. It’s a workshop and it’s meant to be rustic.

[@martykennedy3962]

I’ve been following your channel for sometime now and I’ve got to say………you rock! Most everything that you’ve done has turned out to be awesome, especially your new building and what you are doing with it!

[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

That wall is AWESOME 👌 Great job Evin and Rebecca And family. Love your channel ❤️

[@fivedrakesfarm6911]

Looks really good.

[@mimicolvin3200]

Awesome interior wall. Good job Evan. I would love to work in such a beautiful workshop. Keep up the good work.

[@melissadyche8325]

I think you did a great job Evan and the plywood looks just great to me I really do like the stain that you put on it and I think it would really look great inside a house too with the rugged look now that people are doing it would be beautiful

[@thomasgreene5750]

You might consider using galvanized switch and outlet plates on your electrical installation, which would pick up the color of the barn metal.

[@CountryViewAcres]

That's the plan. I already have a couple installed. I just need to get more.

[@anjaborgman6385]

That looks fantastic good job 👍

[@jeanielipskey1272]

Well your mistakes certainly don't show! It looks so good. Great job!

[@jamesmoore1743]

It's looking great in your garage

[@SheratonParkFarms]

Looks great. Nice feel to the area. Will make a great space to work.

[@hoberghacienda2267]

That looks great! My father in law (a journeyman carpenter) always said he built something for everyone. Even the knitpickers.😄

[@robertwilliams7723]

One word describes the projects you do, QUALITY!

[@Tomhohenadel]

Evan, the sanded and stained T111 looks great. Mistakes happen, don’t sweat it.

[@jasonmcbride4331]

Did you let Rebecca measure the lay out ?😂😂😂😂 I'm just picking on her !! Turned out good 👍 My shop has a dirt floor in 2022 😂😂 but I get my projects done .. Stay safe & God bless

[@01glennie]

Nice job Evan, looks great, only so many hours in a day and you are using every one of them.

[@ardurbin2]

Yes indeed, Evan is a TIME MANGEMENT EXPERT. 👍👍

[@wendyc.5769]

That’s a good looking wall. I’m excited to get back to the pole barn!

[@connietaylor2171]

Really nice work shop!!!

[@Tonetwisters]

I can understand your need for perfection. But as you work in the area you have created, you will forget about any mistakes you made in building it. And it seems the Lord was looking out for your "mistakes," with those 2X4's. Just remember your insulation! Your new wall looks great! While I love these videos, I am looking forward to some tractor videos! In the meantime, ya'll stay warm up there!

[@terrycastor8299]

Well, you proved two old adages, Evan. 1. It's better to be lucky than good. and 2. A good carpenter can hide his mistakes. 🤪 The shop is awesome. Now you have options. If it's nasty outdoors, you can work indoors. If it's nice outside, the indoor stuff can wait. I really like that shop. Looks like my garage project will have to be rethought. The price I was given as an estimate is ridiculous. I could buy a couple of rental houses for the same money. Oh well, such is the world we live in.

[@ThePopish]

Howdy from Yuma, Arizona. I enjoyed your vlog and looking forward to more. Thank you for sharing. I have subscribed to your channel.

[@bighurk30able]

Looks great nice work

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Hey Evan, sssshhhhhhh! If you don't tell people about your opportunities to learn for next time odds are hardly anyone will notice. I think your shop is original and quite nice in appearance. Don't beat yourself up. Be proud of your ideas and effort. It really is a nice looking shop. Can you hang a large tarp across the garage door entrance to hold heat in? It might be better than nothing. Keep an eye out for floor foot/leg stress mats on craigslist and FB. You did very well with this project.

[@nickmastroianni5557]

Very nice job but... Lots of positive comments about the stained T1-11 wall but not so much on the metal sheets and that's because the metal sheets just don't make it. Rustic? - maybe, but in my opinion, they add nothing to the aesthetic appeal. Dull gray, some rust and discolored. I think a coat of flat, eggshell or satin galvanized gray enamel paint would make a considerable improvement in the metal sheeting appearance.

[@sandraengstrand2784]

Really gorgeous with the old metal!!! Well done!! 🪛😍

[@tomscott3939]

nice work!! great place to work for alot of years!!

[@ericsebina256]

That wall looks nice...added to my DIY list. Are you going to paint the galvanized Metal with clear paint?

[@robertleigh559]

Heh there! Its a workshop and a barn. It aint bloody Buckingham Palace. Stop worrying and get er done.

[@johnthompsonii8335]

Quick suggestion just put cross blocking in over on the far end where you want nails to hit. Then you’ll be fine without buying 14’ boards.

[@johnnyfarley6092]

Evan you and I share one thing. We are OCD somewhat. It is a shop. If someone comes in finds any mistakes it is because they came looking and not to admire the beauty and great work. God bless keep on trucking.

[@ThatOneGuy-ot1qd]

I hope you blow in fiberglass in the ceiling. It is so easy and clean to blow in. Price works out the same. Don't use cellulose. What a mess and it settles over time, especially where it is moist. Just my opinion. Your videos are great. Really enjoy the channel!

[@4PeTe2]

once you cut the metal at 48" the rest of the job just made me tired - additional block up high and 24" panels - extra ladder work for the young only

[@PoplarRidge]

Another excellent video! I make mistakes like this all of the time. Guys who do such work for a living would probably be rolling on the floor laughing, but when you don't do such work everyday it is easy to forget some of those details. But in the end, like you said, you work past it and get it done! I think the wall looks great. It will be a nice creative space for you. I'm hoping to do some more work in my shop this spring as well.

[@charlenepartlow7880]

Hey Evan ! Your wall looks beautiful ! Your work is beautiful! Be proud cuz we're all proud of your efforts and end results! You go boy ! 🙂😉

[@marlenecardinahl9346]

Mistakes R a learning curve- 1- just double check before cutting- No worry cover up is good

[@gregj2647]

You’re much too hard on yourself. The wall looks great and I wouldn’t worry about the spacing being off a bit.

[@bobmottau7668]

Doesn’t make any difference Regarding nailing. You aren’t supposed to nail in the grooves any way.

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

If you didn't make mistakes did you even do it? The wall already looks awesome. Maybe if you stain the panels at the seam it might blend them together a bit better? Either way. It still looks great.

[@darrinrentruc6614]

The more fire resistant materials the better, That paneling burns fast. Something to think about if you are welding ,grinding,torching inside.

[@RicSeabergsUseful-Information]

Really cool recycle on the metal Evan.

[@knolltop314]

Often hands-on becomes the teacher. March on. Paint or stain obviously visible nail heads. :-)

[@kirbyholton1082]

Evan it looks really good. Y'all did a great job.

[@davidwestervelt6050]

I thought you might do some drywall on the bottom behind the tin for a fire stop protection. It looks great. Gave me some ideas for the garage. it a little smaller, ok a lot smaller. I really need space to work on things and store them better. Winter and spring cleaning is coming soon. Soon be time to bring home my snowplow (aka tractor!)

[@AllisChalmersMN]

Looks really good! As Bob Ross said there’s no mistakes, just happy accidents.

[@kingkong7617]

Evan, I admire the way you find your mistake, but work around it to make it look good in the end. You can't stand back and look at the wall and tell any difference in it. You did a great job and the barn will be looking better as the days go along and before you know it, the barn will be finished and you and Rebecca can enjoy the work you have done.

[@homeland2236]

My dad was a master carpenter. He taught me a good carpenter knows how to hide the mistakes. For the record all of his work is outlasting the owners by 50 years.

[@andysukosd8177]

Looks great to me. I have made the same mistake. But you did and was able to fix it. Great video, love watching.

[@hankfacer7098]

Looks really good, the old and the new, great contrast. Slowly, Slowly, it's all coming together.

[@susanpiele3372]

Your pole barn is amazing but now it's nothing but a bunch of little rooms all over the place you got it all divided up it used to be one gigantic beautiful room I don't know what it is anyway it's your old barn you have to do what you have to do but just to keep warm in the winter I wouldn't boarded it up the way you have

[@shaniaa9287]

Your shop looks like a million bucks Evan. Lots of love in that building. ❣️👍

[@bobcruse512]

Perfection takes time and PATIENCE. You appear to have more of the latter than the former.

[@Brough1111]

Looks great

[@rafaelcastro9523]

That wall looks good to me Evan if you don't say nothing no body will notice keep up your great job 👍.

[@michaelcarron3418]

Match the stain with some rattle-can paint to coat the heads of nails then face nail it. Who's going to be looking 14 feet up at it? Is that a shop or a church your building?

[@patriciakennedy5582]

Tarps as temporary covers for the people and garage doors in the shop are good ideas. You might consider using heavy weight plastic sheeting for the garage door. We used that during the winter our house was being built which allowed us to work and stain siding in the garage during the winter. The advantage of the plastic vs the tarp is the light that it gives you. The wall looks really good.

[@OpunktSchmidt1301]

Psst! No one will ever talk about it... 😉 Thanks a lot for the video!😊👍🏻

[@borderrooster5332]

The wall looks great! I really like the way the metal and plywood look in combination. Good job. 😊

[@johnlong3102]

Your wall looks great, wasn't sure how it was going to finish out. But great choice and job! 👍

[@sandratalbert9578]

When you bring tractor into work on it , maybe fill bucket full of firewood for use in your woodworking shop wood stove…

[@stephaniewilliams1410]

It looks wonderful!

[@marydanen5220]

The wall looks perfect,I can't wait until it's all finished. God bless❤

[@oustab]

That wood siding looks great. However that corrugated rusted tin is the ugliest thing I ever saw. So sorry to say that. I love your videos though.

[@harlanmclain1719]

Guy do ur sheets on short wall and fill her in we won't tell any one. tell you like my uncle told me. You know how to tell a good carpenter hes one that can hide his mistakes & u could have run short pieces 4 where ur nails go save on lumber

[@PoteauCowboy]

Excellent work. You got a lot done in one day.

[@edadpops1709]

Id run square casing and run it across the upper joint, all across like a batten. Same where tin and paneling meet.

[@joelink7665]

You've made one fine multipurpose building that will serve you a long time

[@margaretbelotti1765]

The shop is beautiful. Maybe you can consider doing Epoxy on the floor which will provide easy clean up of oil spills etc.The kits come in all different colors. Looks GREAT!

[@susanelliott1970]

Workshop is looking great. You should be so pleased.

[@c50ge]

You can purchase 4ftX10ft T111 siding.

[@maggiesue4825]

If that's fudging, it's a superior fudging!! Looks great.

[@jackieohio9486]

he got something I don't have, YOUTH , up and down on that ladder like a cat

[@georgechambers8301]

Is that where you're going to keep those cool vintage tractors- if your cold there cold 😂

[@killerar15]

I would look into coating the floor near the garage door, that way if anything leaks it's an easy clean up instead of stained concrete

[@jimputnam2044]

You are overthinking the joint, start from the other side of the door and you only have one joint out of sorts and it would be up above the door.

[@kentowens2179]

That looks really nice! Good work!

[@thunderbird97]

the old saying is, how do you tell a good carpenter, from a bad one, how good they hide there mistakes

[@bobdriggers6111]

Another option would have been horizontal nailer blocks in line with your nail pattern.

[@cliffblackburn8102]

I wouldn't have worried so much about that above the door that header gives you plenty to nail to

[@jamesruan913]

On your two foot topper where you see the line join of the two panels ,if you like using the wood dye why don’t you feather the line ,so you hide the line.

[@josephbrown-ut9ty]

JudithB Have a good night Evan! The wall looks great!! Are you planning to do all the walls in that area like that??? Its going to be show place for sure!!