Improving curb appeal in our industrial renovation

[@timwedemeyer]

Will Milwaukee and Rust-Oleum please sponsor this man? Get him a tool belt and all the best tool. Get him all the paint he needs.

[@brickandsole]

I know right!?!?

[@richardvinsen2385]

You can replace the broken panes of frosted glass with regular glass and then apply glass frosting spray from Rust-Oleum. It will probably be cheaper than buying frosted plexiglass.

[@CavAmes19]

Cheaper, maybe... but isn't plexiglass less likely to shatter and create sharp shards, unless it's old? The area this building is located in is a less than ideal section of town, unless things have changed drastically in the last 20 years or so. Kids throwing rocks at windows and trying to enter dilapidated buildings is still a problem, I believe.

[@annieo9468]

I'm in awe of the on-taking of this monumental project. This has been super watching for me, since I only discovered your channel today. So...I watched the first...and have binged watched up to date. And I am just AMAZED with the progress. (I have many MANY 'in between' stuff to catch up on)...but this transformation has truly caught my interest. You're a brave, brave man. 😆 I'm SO impressed with your ambition and your lofty visions. There is little doubt you will see this through. So now...back to 'catch-up' stage. Keep on keeping on. edit: I wish you weren't a billion miles away...I would donate my time to help you...every day...because I too, love to take on extreme projects...and this one qualifies.

[@brickandsole]

thank you so much for the kind words!

[@suzannenelson7035]

I love your “D I DON’T” comment. Funniest comment I’ve heard all day. Hahahahah. Great job BTW

[@theartsyfarty8934]

Love the window boxes. It is so good to see DIY projects done with what you have on hand instead of spending a bunch of money on materials and tools.

[@DK-jg5vk]

When it comes time to remove the rust from the window frames, use your angle grinder with a wire wheel attachment. It will knock off the rust much faster than a wire wheel mounted to a drill. Just be sure to wear eye protection and also pick up one of those full face plastic masks because the wires in the wire wheel occasionally tend to break off and go flying in all directions.

[@DK-jg5vk]

I forgot to mention ear protection. Angle grinders are loud so get some of those ear muffs from Harbor Freight for about 4 bucks. They are amazing. The reason an angle grinder with a wire wheel works faster than a drill is because a drill typically works at around 2000 to 3000 rpm whereas an angle grinder operates at between 5000 to 10,000 rpm. Faster tool, faster work.

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, I need to do that, I am already getting hard of hearing.

[@Jennifermcintyre]

There’s also a rust neutralizing solution I have used before and it works great for treating rust and preserving the metal.. keep the rust from getting worse!!

[@1hollig1]

The flower boxes are almost as adorable as you!

[@kirsiraskulla1318]

Put some holes in the bottom of your flower stands, so if it rains your flowers doesn't get too much water. This is interesting project. I follow this from Finland.

[@brickandsole]

There is a small gap because of the contour of the shelf. Also I think I'll do plastic flowers. Who has time for gardening. LOL.

[@justnana2256]

I wouldn't replace the clear panes that are good, I'd just paint them on the inside. They do make frost paint for windows.

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

The flower boxes look awesome 👌

[@loreli6103]

Window boxes look nice Chris. Very creative!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you. I have a few more ideas coming soon.

[@carlosquintana6930]

It is looking good my friend you got some great ideas I like it👍👍

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Well done.

[@robertkinstle9413]

I replaced a bunch of window panes in an old building a while ago. Local glass company had boxes of 12x 18 glass. Glass was held in with spring clips which went into small holes in the frame. Removed old putty with an air chisel, used silicone to install the new glass…

[@brickandsole]

Sounds exactly like this job.

[@robertkinstle9413]

@@brickandsole air impact hammer from harbor freight…15 bucks. EAR PROTECTION! I think we got our time down to about 10 minutes a window pane. I do not think you will be happy with plastic over the long run as it tends to warp in the sunlight.

[@brickandsole]

@@robertkinstle9413 yeah, I think it might yellow too, but not sure about that.

[@BigJack1]

I love it. So proud of you for tackling this building all by yourself. You are an amazing inspiration. Maybe other people will try to save these buildings in their hometowns.

[@brickandsole]

That'd be awesome. If I survive to see it haha.

[@misspoppymagill6487]

I wish you were near by. I would beg you to hire me!

[@misspoppymagill6487]

I live near the Collinsville Axe Co in CT. They have restored much of the factory that sits on the edge of the Farmington River. They housed The Collinsville Antique Co for years, now they are Antiques on the Farmington. There are also artist studios, businesses, and I believe even an apartment or two. There are still many buildings unoccupied, but such beautiful space for anyone lucky enough to land a piece. Check out this company tucked away in the old factory, it’s called Bridge Street Rustics. They sell beautiful antiques, run auctions, and have hand crafted items. It’s amazing!

[@lisaakinlabi]

What a great idea and they look awesome already even without flowers! I just love the recycling!

[@edschneed8]

Hard to keep from loading all my tools and the old dog and driving back to Charleston.

[@tbirdracefan]

Planning a Geocaching trip in the next couple of months and I will pass thru the county that the building is at. Picked a couple of geocaches close by to search for. Can't wait to get a couple of pics of the front of the building!

[@brickandsole]

If I happen to be there at the time, message me and you can stop by.

[@ExLibrisCrafts]

I love flower boxes and would recommend that you line them in order to protect the brick from water wear and breakdown. Congratulations on the channel growth!

[@brickandsole]

Nice tip! Thank you.

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Just use a brown spray paint on the exposed cuts. Seals it up quick, no muss no fuss. I know you have a ton to do everyday, but you may want to reach out to ecoflow and see if they can send you a battery to demo that will work with your corded power tools. This project would be ideal for them to showcase the utility of them.

[@SagebrushRambles]

They only go with channels that have a lot more subscribers. Usually 100k +

[@estellesuarez27]

You keep saying you're not a DIY channel, but you are an excellent creative problemsolver!

[@brickandsole]

That’s so kind of you!

[@WallysPlace66]

The flower box idea was a good one.

[@brickandsole]

Thanks I've got several more ideas in the tank!

[@misspoppymagill6487]

You are living my dream! I am watching and thinking you are the luckiest guy in the world! I always drive by old warehouses & factories and think “I would love to be able to go in there & hunt for treasures!” You should figure out how to hire some help to get the building cleaned out. You cannot do it alone. Find quick stuff to sell to get $ to Pay people to work for you.

[@brickandsole]

Thats the plan. I always loved industrial apartments that you see in the movies that have a freight elevator that opens into them.

[@82ndairbornevet]

Still rooting for you Chris, but I am sticking to my guns with you needing to address the issues with the roof, the gutters and the brickwork in order to stop the deterioration of the building. I know that these issues are very expensive but at least start at the worst areas. Good job with the flower boxes and good idea with using the plexiglass to replace windows, so at least a rock won’t go through those panes!

[@brickandsole]

Those projects are ongoing. I will have several videos released about it at some point. The little side projects are easier to film. But rest assured I am on top of it. I should have roof buttoned up before the 20th.

[@82ndairbornevet]

@@brickandsole that’s awesome! I know how those aspects of a project can quickly break the bank. “Team Chris”! 🤘😁🤘

[@rebuilditdad5787]

take the glass from other windows that are beyond repair. and frost spray is the way to go

[@JasonJordan198]

You should think of a really cool logo for your business and get a big stencil of it and you can put your business name and logo on the building. That would be badass. Great videos I'm enjoying them alot. 💪

[@brickandsole]

You read my mind. Stay tuned for the next video!

[@markmiller8971]

Don't worry about sealing off were you cut the branches off, they will seal themselves with sap. I am amazed that's you haven't found old wooden boxes with window panes in them, keep your eyes open you may find some yet, hopefully!

[@brickandsole]

strange you mentioned that, there is a giant box of glass panes on the 3rd floor.

[@ImSuitsMe]

I'm so excited to watch you fix this building. I love the old brick buildings and believe that they are way older than we are told they are.

[@melissahalbert9455]

Great job! Will look very pretty with flowers!

[@brickandsole]

I hope so!

[@momtrips6783]

I like the way you think and visualize projects into being. Some random thoughts: think twice about putting in shrubbery in front of the window line. Keeping the area in front of the windows in grass will greatly reduce maintenance and will allow for easy mowing. Also, consider getting an arborist in to do the big tree. It's probably been neglected for awhile, so if you want to keep it for the longterm it would behoove you to have a professional look at it and raise the canopy appropriately for the area it's in. You have so many pinecones on the grounds. Maybe bag them up to sell to fund raise for your project?

[@brickandsole]

never thought about that one. Maybe bag them up and put them on Facebook for free.

[@wollaminfaetter]

Chill out dude, we can wait! No stress 😁

[@lisahall5443]

I just binge watched your renovation videos!! I don't usually comment on videos, but here it goes...Have you thought about keeping some of the screens you took down to use as a backdrop for some of your antique pictures? Love your channel! Looking forward to watching your journey 🙂

[@brickandsole]

I used a couple of them for a different project that I haven't posted yet. But I think there are 8 left. Thats a good idea for background texture.Thanks.

[@lonniemcmillan3211]

At Wal-Mart in the paint area where the tape is they have steel wool for sanding! I have seen a wire wheel for the drill work just fine for what you're looking to do! If you have a tool harbor and freight it might be cheaper! You could look on line and see! Keep the videos coming it looks like you are having fun!

[@brickandsole]

THanks! we do have harbor freight 11 miles away. I go there several times a week!

[@mountainb4170]

Happy to see you finally getting to those flower boxes!

[@Davett53]

So glad you are saving the big tree,....that adds character, softens the look, will tie-in with future plantings. It is an evergreen, so year round "green-ness". I grow bamboo, at my house,...great for hiding the bad views to the public ally behind my house. Grows real fast & is also an evergreen. Bamboo stalks have a million reuses. Stake up tomatoes, build trellises,....old time fishing poles,....looks great while green and looks great as it weathers,....very durable, tensile strength gets stronger once aged. Excellent kindling, for fire pits,....resin in stalks, fuels any fire. Artists use it for all sorts of projects. I sell my extra stalks after I prune, to local garden centers,....imported bamboo, is super expensive. It grows in OHIO, (weather) and most varieties have become hybrids, & can survive in colder climates. It's the most sustainable wood, it is being used for wood flooring laminates and interior cabinets.

[@robertgrasso3677]

New to your channel, love the content, and am a huge fan of the industrial look! I was blown away at the cost of a dumpster! You may consider buying a sizable (used) dump trailer. It will save you $$ THOUSANDS $$ on your hauling needs. The trailer has multiple uses, it's a tool that just keeps on giving!!! I will be watching your adventure to the end...This project is massive, you seem determined to see it through. Best of luck...

[@brickandsole]

I have a 14 foot trailer, been making trips with that. Thanks for following along.

[@paulamarie631]

I love all your ideas. Love your videos.

[@brickandsole]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@cazzawazza9553]

Looks good mate

[@kevin_delgado]

I have a suggestion for those 4x8 sheets of 3/4" plywood: grab some more scrap 2x4s (or 2x6s. Find a local contractor doing residential demolition and ask if you can loot his dumpster, it'll save him money) and build yourself a workbench. Sandwich two of the sheets of ply together with glue on the flattest surface you can find, and glue them together with whatever heavy stuff you can find on top. Then use the scrap studs to build a frame for the laminated plywood top. Lastly, get some heavy-duty casters (you probably have some there) and mount them under the frame so you can wheel the whole thing around. You can then do all the painting, etc on top of that and...this is critical...save your back! Tons of youtube videos out there to reference. You'll get some handy storage under the benchtop as well.

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, I could really use an outfeed table for my saw. Thanks.

[@Davett53]

If you save the BRASS screening, it also can be used by artist's who make their own "art papers". Pulverized paper mixed with pulverized cotton cloth, in water to make a slurry. With the slurry mix in a deep tray, & the screens attached to narrow wood frames, it is dunked in the slurry, and withdrawn when an even coat is observed. After the water is mostly poured off and a bit of drying occurs, the paper is pulled out, and pressed between special thick felt sheets, and run through a manual cranked roller press. This is done several times, then the less moist paper, is placed between more thick felt sheets, and weighted down. Eventually you end up with art papers, which Artist printmakers, use for book making, or to paint or draw upon. Hand made papers sell for a premium price in art supply stores. The raw material like paper and cotton can be pulverized using a house hold , sink garbage disposal. Not mounted into a sink, but configured to access the wet slurry.

[@adamakaru2683]

Wonderful, to see you getting somewhere. How about get School to student paint spay the walls and a unique way.

[@rhondakennedy819]

Looking good. Be kind to one another. Stay safe. Love to all

[@ninipod4426]

Love what you're doing with the place.

[@kevinturner6495]

Another great episode Chris...I really like the flower box idea from used material...looks good...I am sure the final product will be fantastic...great improvising with the pizza box...hope the pizza was as good as your idea to use it...Look forward to your next video

[@brickandsole]

Thanks Kevin! That silly pizza box. I decided not to delete that. Kind of embarrassing haha. Buy why be pretentious am I right? I'll keep posting them.. Won't give up.

[@tdk1246]

I would put plastic flower boxes inside. The water and soil will quickly destroy the wood, metal and brick.

[@bearhardcorepicker]

Neat upcycle project! Angle grinders with cut-off wheels are dangerous as heck...personally I hate using them, but have had to a fair bit when processing scrap. Have had more than one blade break and fly apart...once one chunk sped towards my face, but luckily I was wearing a full face shield...as it ricocheted off it....otherwise it would have been imbedded in my face or neck.... Seen some nasty injuries caused by them pictured online. They are eye opening. So, invest in a face shield before you go using a cutoff wheel, especially if you haven't used one much before, as you can accidently jam and break them easily.

[@brickandsole]

Ive been wearing safety glasses but haven't considered a mask. I need to protect this beautiful face!

[@tilliemoore1268]

Very nice flower boxes, yup, baby steps! I really like your videos because you have such a beautiful building, glad it is being saved.

[@brickandsole]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@Phillyyyy1111]

Those planter boxes look great

[@brickandsole]

Thank you!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

I think so too,... Great idea

[@mot322]

Maybe cover those broken brick window sills outside with that copper gutter? The boxes are great. Youre so creative.

[@brickandsole]

THere's an idea. I will make a mental note of that one. And think when the gutters come down.

[@carbonfibercreationswashin7213]

You can go to a building salvage yard and buy red brick to replace your window sills. You may trade some items with them.

[@richardthurston3300]

Morning from R+R Reclamation here in the UK great film again ,the copper sheeting is a good idea but would it be putting it right where it could be stolen for scrap why not seal the bricks and put an angled brown wood effect pvc facia board over it really cheap and quick permanent fix?

[@brickandsole]

Yeah, some kind of veneer would be good. I'll have to do some thinking. do you have insta or KZbin channel for your R+R company?

[@richardthurston3300]

You could put it over the really bad window sills you filmed previously to stop further erosion of the bricks just silicone it to the bottom of the steel window frames lasts for years that way you don't have to rush withrepairs

[@garyflythe1362]

The copper is good scrap more money for the budget

[@Davett53]

Most plastics like you would use in your windows can be bought in larger sheets and cut to size with a "scoring tool" similar to glass cutting wheel. No need to use power tools, just score on a line, make line with a sharpie marker. One score, will be enough to snap, the pieces out of a larger sheet. Could save you money. Perform this on top of a table, with some cardboard, to act as padding. The "scoring tool" makes a tiny "V" shaped score. It is very easy to break out pieces by hand. Plan out cuts to maximize a full large sheet.

[@brickandsole]

Yeah I heard you can have ace hardware order 4x8 sheets and they will then cut id down into individual windows. Probably price per cut.

[@holgers5216]

Great idea, nice to be able to re use some of the materials! Try some rubber bristle disc for 'flaky' rust, not as abrasive as steel brush/wool, but would also 'polish' the surface at the same time. Don't forget to drill holes in the bottom of the flower boxes to allow water to run out.....

[@brickandsole]

The way the shelves are fromed there was a small gap no need for holes. Plus I think I'll put plastic flowers in. But that's a secret.

[@holgers5216]

@@brickandsole I promise I won't tell anyone!! ;-)

[@cheryljohnston9723]

Just found your channel - I'm really enjoying it!

[@brickandsole]

Thats so nice. Welcome!!!

[@wingerfan1]

It's coming along, quite nicely, my friend. Wish I was there to help you out with some things. I love things like this.

[@nrivera4380]

Looking very nice!

[@tontitik2125]

I know this might sound funny...but I think it would be FUNny. You should take the porcelain toilets(you have thousands) and line them up under the windows nice and uniform, spaced well. Then plant those up with like a tall decorative grass, easy to maintain. It would be a instagram moment, people will love it!!!!!!!

[@brickandsole]

The city hall would find it hilarious! Or maybe make it an art installation.

[@paulascott4841]

Great job looks good.

[@ReverendLinc]

Just love watching your adventures with that old factory! BTW no silicone to replace those window panes - use window glazing putty.

[@brickandsole]

Okay. Writing that one down! Cause I have a lot of them to do!

[@daniel385]

Congrats on all your new subs. KZbin recommended your channel to me a few days ago and I've watched several videos since. Keep up the great work!

[@brickandsole]

Thanks! Glad to have you! I was really surprised the algorithm was my friend there for a minute!

[@joycarnelldesigns]

Oh my gosh, the planters will be what gets stolen 😑 They are beautiful

[@armadilloify]

I would have prioritised the broken window panes first. Just that front section.

[@cbody70]

Somebody already likely mentioned this but a wire brush for you angle grinder will make quick work of the surface rust

[@Davett53]

The window screens with the green patina must mean they are BRASS mesh. Recycle for a higher price, if your town has a recycle center that pays more cash, for brass & copper. All electrical wire with copper cores,....equal more money at recycle centers. Or cut out of frames and save, as it is SO durable, and can be used to sieve soil. Or be used by artists, as a crafting medium. Just a thought.

[@brickandsole]

I found a use for them, it will be in upcoming video.

[@pegweg47]

Get some frosted film for the clear windows and celebrate the oddball ones!

[@brickandsole]

You think so? Hmm I'll ponder on it. Interesting suggestion.

[@207951]

I would remove that big branch that makes the tree uneven. That is a nice looking tree.

[@brickandsole]

Yeah It bothers me too. Its gigantic.

[@kevin_delgado]

I was going to post this same thing. Right now it is putting uneven stress on the main trunk. It should go.

[@suzzane.notsusan.1078]

Awesome idea looks great but why didnt u get a masonary drill bit drill hole in between mortar and screw it in

[@brickandsole]

Thought about it and I may revisit it, but I was intimidated by that option.

[@edwardsierpowski3839]

The screening mesh (if at all salvageable) could be used for effect as light screens for interior lighting. Once you get most of the flaking rust of your windows try a coloured metallic coating paint. In the uk we have Hammerite, it might be available to you or an equivalent. You need to think about drainage for you plant boxes or they will become water troughs and no amount of lacquer will stop them rusting away. Also save any large (20kg) builder material bags, the type that sand or hard core is supplied in at builders stores. I use them to line flower boxes and places I need to protect from water in some way, where it isn’t visible and doesn’t need to look particularly nice.

[@brickandsole]

Actually found a use for them, will be in future video. Nice tip.

[@OntarioLakeside]

Maybe just replace the coloured and broken panes. The random clear panes look good.

[@fillg]

I know what you mean about needing 600 light sockets and 500 windows. I used to be in charge of landscaping at my work and my mom never understood why I wouldn't take her 10 extra flower bulbs or cuttings off of her plants. I had to tell her the smallest of our mulch/flower areas was 12 feet wide and 60 feet long and if I was going to plant flowers in it, I would need many hundreds of them, and that was just for the small area

[@brickandsole]

Sometimes with mom it better to nod yes and just do it!

[@dombutler7685]

Thanks Chris, the flower boxes look great! Is it going to cost a lot for all the flowers though?!!

[@brickandsole]

I checked prices on plastic ones and it was seriously sticker shock! But a friend said that plastic ones are almost free at local garage sales. So I guess I'll keep my eye out. At least we don't have the Arizona sun in Illinois so the plastic ones might last a bit. Since I don't have time to water them!!!

[@dombutler7685]

@@brickandsole How about lavender plants? They're pretty low maintenance and cheap, say if you had three plants in a box and were lucky to find them $3 each, then it wouldn't cost too much!

[@CavAmes19]

I love that you care so much... it's going to be amazing and I can't tell you how much I wanted to see the place restored. I wish I were closer and the gas to get there wouldn't cost so much. I would gladly help. My ex and myself have been renovating homes for over 2 decades, so I have a little experience and am not afraid to do hard physical labor.

[@brickandsole]

We're two peas in a pod. I promise to keep posting so at least you can follow along!

[@CavAmes19]

@Cold War Mercantile I appreciate it. I literally grew up within a 5 block area... not going into specifics because I don't want a ton of people asking me about the area and time frame, but I'm within an hour's drive and I have built a bit of a life for myself ( 8+ grandchildren and 7 children I love as my own... I haven't been back "home" for a while but if you look for a vacant lot nearby with some trees that's pretty close, you may find where I grew up. I will say again that I appreciate what you are doing. Thank you. 😊

[@jefffinke7840]

I enjoy the enthusiasm that you have for rehabilitating your old building , however please be careful as many things that were used in making that building contain lead. Lead does not easily leave a persons body and when added to the many other pathogens present it could take the wind out of your sails long before you would understand. The windows probably have lead based glazing which gets very hard after the years go by. Scraping the old glazing will put you in close proximity to the dangerous dust. When I repaired windows I used an L shaped electric heater that would soften the glazing. Much of it will just flake off but use caution when you are making dust because lead will poison your blood over time. Silicone is a good material for bedding glass to the frame and could also be used to glaze the panels on the inside. Remember to use a pump sprayer to lightly mist anything with soap/water before you raise any dust and your lungs will thank you for it.

[@brickandsole]

Definitely wearing a mask. Thanks for having my back!

[@jackwatts9030]

Use a wire wheel for your drill or angle grinder to knock off the rust. Or a metal bristle brush if you want carpal tunnel.

[@thomasl7817]

Good stuff improving looks with existing scrap from inside! I see a lot I'd love to pitch in a hand with, but then realize wait I need to get off my ass and do odds and ends around here. So thank you for the inspiration!

[@brickandsole]

Funny! Thanks.

[@Flower3394]

They have a spray paint that frosts the glass. Check into that before you spend $700. Just replace the broken squares. If i was there id help you become a diy. Lol i took wood shop in high school. Ive built 2 beds by myself. Im an artist. Mmmm good at home or building decor. Only issue is i cant do any heavy lifting or digging. Im the same age as you btw 48. Turn 49 this fall. But my health isnt that great. Born in chicago. But live about 4 hrs south east from where you are.

[@brickandsole]

Thanks for that tip. amazing how KZbin is like a hive mind. So much knowledge out there. You don't need to dig or lift to be the boss!

[@edwardsierpowski3839]

Oh, don’t plant tall shrubs in front along the wall. It provides cover for vandals and trespassers. Find out about low spreading foliage plats if you really want to commit to gardening. I liked the toilet bowls as planters idea.

[@brickandsole]

Maybe a rock garden. My grandpa was a "rock hound" collector of rocks and gems and minerals.

[@oakblossom539]

You can find steelwool at 99 cent or Dollar Tree stores.

[@aa999xyz]

Check in Chicago for somebody that deals with plastic or acrylic 4 x 8 sheets might be cheaper than a big box store??

[@barbaraadlof7696]

drill holes in the bottoms of the flower boxes. water is going to need to drain or the wood will rot.

[@brickandsole]

there is a minimal gap already, I didn't silicone it.

[@dspine6]

Walmart sells steel wool sans soap in the home improvement department... Hyper Tough Multi Grade Assorted Steel Wool Pads, 12-Pack, Model 2148

[@brickandsole]

I couldn't find it, then found out that it is in the paint department.

[@earlleelethbridge566]

May I share when cutting with skillsaw, adjust blade just past the tip of the teeth on bottom side of board you are cutting.About1/8th of an inch

[@brickandsole]

That makes total sense. Learn something every day. Risk management!

[@earlleelethbridge566]

@@brickandsole oh never thought of that. I just knew it helps save the blade's life. I guess on long cuts of plywood might prevent bucking???? not sure

[@1966topresent]

Its going to look great. Remember that there are little wires in the putty holding the glass in. They stick into tiny holes under the putty. You can reuse them. And when you caulk the outside frame to brick, dont caulk the top above the steel lentle. That needs to weep.

[@brickandsole]

I knew about the staples/wires, but the caulk tip is a new one for my book. Thanks!

[@1966topresent]

@@brickandsole if you seal up above the steel holding the bricks up, it will trap the moisture and condensation that naturally occurs between youre inner and outer brick walls. And will freeze and wreak havoc with the brick. I would definitly caulk the outside jambs and sill brick to steel

[@MrHeynipper]

Just wanted to say you already have plenty of glass to replace your windows inside the building, You need to invest in glass cutters and the art of cutting glass

[@brickandsole]

funny you should say that. It is a part of a recent video I filmed. The disaster of learning to do that.

[@kimberlydavis2754]

You know another thing that might help you to keep animals out of getting in there is take some of that old screen okay and just a little bit of cocking put over the broken spots you don't cut in like little squares just to put the caulking over to the broken areas just until you cannot come out cuz especially if you just going to get rid of them

[@marksmith-ew7ir]

Baby steps people can see the difference you are making. Use what you can from the building to help restore what you can before buying hardwares, anything like selling of object's to aid is better than out the back pocket

[@brickandsole]

That is the daily mission!

[@rogerebert5122]

I have soldered copper patches onto copper rain gutters.

[@brickandsole]

I will look closer when I get a bucket truck, but I am sure some sections will have to come down. Would love it if they could stay.

[@ChannelSurfer2001]

Hey Chris, Hope your well... Just watching your latest video on fixing those rusted window frames... I wonder if you could have them medium/sand blasted either professionaly or purchase a spray gun with medium container that attaches to a air compressor hose, then you could blow off the windows clean with the air gun and then apply metal sealer with a variable angle paint sprayer attachment? Just a thought, and save your arm sanding for long periods.

[@brickandsole]

Another user mentioned that, and said the blaster could frost the clear glass as well. Will be looking into it. Thanks!

[@ChannelSurfer2001]

@@brickandsole Walnut shells can be an excellent choice for softer surfaces such as wood “they won't cause etching.”They also provide the additional benefit of being biodegradable, making them among the most environmentally-friendly blasting media.

[@ChannelSurfer2001]

@@brickandsole Just a thought 👍🏻

[@brickandsole]

@@ChannelSurfer2001 Believe it or not I have an old bag of crushed walnut shells in the building. I think intended for sandblasting.

[@thomasdecker7631]

Get a wire wheel for your angle grinder. That will work much better than using your drill. Just be sure to wear safety glasses (it will throw wires) and a mask.

[@brickandsole]

Okay. I know the angle grinder is more comfortable and doesn't jerk your wrist when the wires dig in. Thanks.

[@rickschill9008]

Starting at 20:11 is the woodpecker one can hear in the background pecking at the building or a nearby tree?

[@brickandsole]

Tree, sound like predator from the movie. There are lots of woodpeckers around.

[@naptime1900]

That roll of wire looks like old stove pipe wire, used in attaching the exhaust pipe to the ceiling if need for a long run. Or wire for hanging pictures. Old picture frames if you look on the back you might see some.

[@brickandsole]

Nice! Thanks!

[@matthewholzinger1042]

I might have missed it in a previous video but when was this factory built?

[@JohnM-zc4ju]

His first video of the building he said it was built in 1919

[@brickandsole]

Yes. 1919.

[@Sonny_Eclipse]

Are you going to get rid of that stove pipe that’s sticking out of that window that’s kind of an eyesore. I don’t get the steel wool problem I’ve never had a problem finding it in different grades. Get a wire cup brush for your angle grinder. Not sure how the Lacquer will hold up I would use polyurethane, it’s a lot more durable. You know once you hang those flower boxes someone will need to water them every day😳 otherwise nice touch

[@brickandsole]

Not with plastic flowers! haha. Yeah the stove pipe is coming out but I didn't want a hole there till I buy the replacement glass.

[@mzneonqueen]

11:02 you dont still? We do in Australia lol

[@luckyduckcanuck]

Likely you can find plain steel wool at a paint store rather than hardware store.

[@brickandsole]

Someone mentioned paint dpt in Walmart. Never thought of that. Thanks!

[@MidwestMamasAdventures]

🤔 I don’t need a new tape measure, just a few pizza boxes…😂

[@lucasdeaver9192]

Make shoure you use the right weight cord for the power tools on long range or you'll burn out the motor.

[@brickandsole]

OOOH, didn't even consider that. I will switch to my heaviest cords. Thanks!

[@suzzane.notsusan.1078]

Ok had to add...im sailing...what about bob lol

[@limelightcinemagroup2148]

Sorry my computer cut off my comment I couldn't find the original page continue I bought this hundred 47 Acres that has many buildings including an equine Center which was abandoned for 20 years if we just got the equicenter up and running what are still many buildings that need to be restored some are about 100 years old so I feel your pain

[@brickandsole]

It is actually very satisfying. But a race against time for sure.

[@olgascott1098]

PS. His TV programme is called Salvage Hunters Cheers

[@brickandsole]

Yeah I've seen that. I think I have seen every industrial furniture show. It's educational for recognizing quality items.