Installing our floating deck!

The end is near my friends! (of this deck disaster!). Time to install the 'floating deck'. The pressure treated 2x4's rest on top of the torch-on roof material, and the composite deck boards screw into those 2x4's, and they 'float' there. The weight of everything keeps it in place and Bob's your uncle! The key is to not let the fasteners go into the deck membrane.
I had to drive to Kelowna, BC (the nearest big city centre) to get this particular jig for installing concealed fasteners for a deck board of any width. All other brands have a limit on the width of the deck board. I will give my review of this jig in the video if you are interested to know.
(And now thinking about it even more, you could use any trim head fastener and bit given you dont really need the jig for that part).
This deck project is really coming along, and is nearing its end (THANK GAWD), so thanks for watching and I will see you in the next video!
M 💕

[@zososhep]

Glad to see Steve smiling and laughing which must mean his back is way better! I am hopeful you will be able to get back to the Cabin on the cliff soon but it is also great to watch all the progress at your home!

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

WELL MICHY THE DECK IS COMING TOGETHER NICELY. STEVE CONTINUES TO NURSE ALONG HIS TRIED AND TRUE. BUT IT SOUNDS LIKE A NEW TRUCK IS ON THE HORIZON, BECAUSE THE LATTER ISN'T A GOOD OPTION. 😮. HAVE A GOOD WEEK AND COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS. 👋😇👍🇨🇦

[@martyb.1291]

It's looking good going to be a nice place to lodge around and enjoy the views!! Till the next one!!✌😎

[@jeffchmielewski6873]

The deck is getting to the fun part now, I like your color selection. Looks like the pup pups can't wait for it to be finished. 🐶

[@jeffchmielewski6873]

I see you have a smaller visitor getting bumped around by the bigger dogs😂

[@tomgregory5814]

Nice work Michele. Looks great! I’ve used Kreg jigs in the past. Nothing but high quality and function, well worth the cost. Clyde and the rest of the pack look good. Take care and stay safe lady!

[@edwarddeeb8692]

Steve "nevermind this code stuff its my house " right on steve!Good to see you recuperating. "None of this code stuff!

[@tommyb.7977]

The deck is looking very nice! I with Steve on codes. Lol Be Safe and Enjoy.

[@joebeach7759]

Those Kreg projects are awesome. They've helped so much in my furniture builds.

[@jamescumbo1928]

Michelle it is nice to see you getting happier every video. My heart hurts when you are sad. Sending you big hugs.

[@harpermartin6806]

7 dogs & a Southgate ❤ The little guy almost got plowed over. The deck is looking great!

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Michelle, I don't know if you can count that last little dog as a complete dog. I'd say you only had 6 1/2 or maybe less. Seeing the end in sight is a relief on that deck. Thanks for the review on the Kreg jig. I've always done really well with their products. Hope you have a great week. Thanks for Sharing! 🙃🙂

[@RoyCoffee-w5b]

Building challenges the intellect. It’s like a deliberate art form. I mean you are creating something by using the intellect. Art/creating/building represents the best use of human abilities. Your brand new deck is looking good A+

[@davidirish2941]

The deck is looking great. Glad to see Steve looking better. All the best to you both..take care. 👍🇨🇦 Naramata

[@btrent9244]

Awesome video. Lots of good work you’re putting into your deck. A good investment. Nice seeing the pups and your conversation with Steve about his next new truck. Have a nice day. 👍🇺🇸🚜

[@rick8676]

Another great video, thanks for including us in your amazing life.

[@Nico101.....]

Great video and that deck is going to look stunning with the rails on. Can't wait for the next video to see it finished !!! Hope the 2 of you have a lovely evening. Nico from Saldanha Bay, South Africa on the west coast.

[@MicBruise]

Lotsa happy dogs. So good to see.

[@nancybrown2700]

Driving Steve everywhere but "CRAZY"! Well, Barbie that deck is looking swell. What a long ordeal to rebuild it, but leaving out CODE maybe made the final product a bit faster. Clyde wants an inspectors badge to wear while watching you work. I once had a 15 seat passenger van and each of my dogs would take a different seat, folks often thought I was a pro dog shuttle! Now on the other hand El Gato wanted nothing to do with all that deck building nonsense, so laid back.

[@clayz1]

When house hunting here in Seattle a few years ago I saw a house with a three car wide deck and I thought that was real nice. But a closer look showed the cars all had dirt stripes where the deck gaps above them were. I did NOT think that was vert nice anymore! I wondered how someone would do that job properly, and here you guys are, doing it right. Thanks for the entertainment.

[@dwightelliott6073]

I believe I can speak for the entire state of Alabama and say good job, thank you and nice seeing Steve.

[@richxts1357]

Michy, I was just going to comment on your swollen knees and tell you to put on those knee pads, but, in the next frame you had them on! Just looking out for my favorite "Construction Chick & Nurse". Deck is coming along fine. Good to see Steve helping out! Tks for the video!

[@raylovell4711]

Great job dudes , enjoy the rest of your time and remain safe . Hugs and rubs for the dawgs .

[@johncornell3665]

Deck is looking great. Those jigs were worth the trip to Kelowna. Thanks Michy!

[@dandiy4958]

Had to laugh when he called you Barbi, great video!

[@Chrispy9393]

Krieg makes fantastic products. I've got several of their pocket hole jigs like this one. I mostly do small furniture building with pocket holes. I also have their Rip Fence jig that you attach to any circ saw to rip large boards. I've never had one strip like yours but I can see how after doing hundreds of screws one after another how it'd happen.

[@vegasilkit]

Steve is looking mighty svelte! Glad to see that he's recovering!

[@scruggsbuster9458]

I think the deck is coming along beautifully good job. but if Steve gets a new truck you're going to want to be driving the new truck all the time 😂 and your family looks happy as always Clyde is a love teddy bear and thank you for the beautiful music I will see you on the next one😂❤

[@buckchamp9011]

Always enjoy your videos, love y’all 👍🏼🙏🇺🇸🇨🇦☕️

[@jamesbramlett5407]

Wait, is that a swim/spa lap pool, noice! Deck's looking great. I installed composite on ours (70'x30') abt 8yrs ago, and zero issues. It's sooooo nice not to have to sand/stain/seal anymore.

[@paleryder2]

That looks a lot like how I put down deck boards. I used the "blind" faster method. I used my biscuit joiner to make the slot. It was in Ipe hardwood but I can't imagine that makes much difference than the composite. Width doesn't affect it as they were wide boards. It still is doing great some 7 years later.

[@markromano1458]

Love you Michelle ❤️ Steve and you are lucky to have each other ! Bless you two crazy great people.

[@rondierckens6618]

You 2 are so funny together ❤️!! Deck looks sweet and cant way to see your little shop your going to have underneath it !! Cant lie i miss Clifford ❤

[@Senna-xi1gr]

Hi Michelle , looks great. Here in the UK I used an American jig tool called a Camo which also angled the deck screws into the sides so no screw holes on show. My eco decking looks much better like this & is easier to clean every spring time. Thanks again. 👍🇬🇧

[@michygoss7148]

We looked into Camo- they only allow boards 5.25-5.75” wide.

[@Senna-xi1gr]

@@michygoss7148 oh ok , You’re jig looks like good kit. Take care & have a great week. Regards. Mark.

[@neilgood7040]

A nurse a carpenter a lady Amazing one of a kind

[@CeeTee64]

Greetings from Brazil! This was a great video, thank you for sharing, very inspiring! Congratsss!

[@RS-ms1bz]

I love watching how you tackle all your projects, but my favorite part of every video is the footage of your puppies. Please don’t stop sharing the love they give you!!

[@jakester455]

I think she does it the perfect amount. If it's not enough, there are a ton of channels that are dedicated to dogs.

[@mycanadianlifestyle]

Nice job! Your new deck is looking amazing! It's so big!👍 Hai.

[@grayfox9911]

That precious Clyde...❤ WOW! That deck has been an incredible amount of work! Your animals just melt my heart every time... ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jimclarke1108]

Perfect deck to sunbake on🤓

[@jimcoplan9502]

So far so good Michelle. I know the feeling of only having 1 vehicle. Time for Steve to get a new truck - 9 years is a long time. Have a great productive week.

[@mvroman7416]

Great job. BTW love your cats color 😊❤

[@janngill5545]

Love seeing the animals...

[@Mike-du4tq]

That does look good and I'll bet it feels good with every board screwd down, be safe.

[@hufferbillypaw]

Barbie… 😂🤣 … pretty accurate nickname! 👍

[@davidellis5141]

Incredible effort on the deck ! Looks great 👍

[@oldbonesbushcraftrodjackso474]

Awesome video .

[@billgoodwin8742]

At the end when you opened the door for the dogs made me think of the song, "Who let the Dogs out".

[@sandwon]

Great job on the deck so far. 👍 Hope the last board at the wall works out to your advantage. The Railing is going to look great.

[@chance3373]

God Bless you Michy, You are the hardest working and patient person I have ever seen! 7 dogs and all your construction plus down a truck WOWS!!

[@RaymondOSmith-dy1bl]

Looking good , !!!!!

[@warbirdflyerF4U]

❤ Looking awesome mitchy 😊 You guys are doing a great job Love seeing the puppies as well 😊

[@danyedeline8958]

Have a nice weekend Michèle ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💋

[@hansfijlstra5932]

“There is always divorce…” 😂😂😂. Better be careful Steve!

[@MikeWeese-ej9ty]

Be carefull Steve,think again.

[@Joshua.zero29]

14:23 Thanks for the review!

[@pj5395]

Thank Michelle for another wonderful video, the deck is looking good, great work. hey, have a good day and a lovely week.

[@maxmillion4216]

All the hard work you have put into the deck and it really looks great. What would Steve do without you.? You make me Happy in a Million little ways....Thank you😊

[@michygoss7148]

@@maxmillion4216 🤭💝

[@pkane5472]

"I was just tellin' Barbi here" Oh my goodness!

[@bernie5970]

That was funny ...

[@michaelowens944]

You never fail to amaze !

[@janking2193]

I think the deck looks awesome, Michelle! Great work!!

[@jpallen719]

Steve is pure gold……. and I am a 60 year old guy that knows what he’s talking about…..

[@scottmayhew2227]

Thank you for another video. What a wonderful life to have. Steve must be the most satisfied man in Canada.

[@devilschild]

It's good to see Steve is able to do some physical activity.

[@bobbrown5529]

Don't say those words Mich , ( D ) not even in fun , puts a shiver up the spine . I Loved the ending with all the dogs , very heart warming . The deck build looks amazing , and will be looking like a million dollars once it's all finished and there are a few chairs and table etc out there .

[@robertkeime4907]

Great looking deck

[@bonilsson3161]

Saw your video about Lennys Passing, my deep onest condoleances . The part when the dogs are playing with the ball and Lenny couldnt care less about the ball, just wanted to be close to Luna ! He had his priorities. Just like many others say, you really gave him a life, and you also gave him a peaceful end !

[@dmarsden1324]

Clive's soo cute.

[@richardchiriboga4424]

Puppers all look so happy just to be with you!!! ❤ great job with the deck!! It looks great.

[@EagleBrewing]

Hey! I grew up in Kelowna, years ago! Enjoy your videos ...

[@6061lucky]

I think you’re the closest thing to an angel man could ever be around . God blessed you. Love 💕 all the dogs 🐶. Be safe beautiful.

[@jordanweinberger4893]

looking great keep um coming

[@patrickt4384]

You make a lot of us happy, in a million little ways!

[@michygoss7148]

🤭

[@michygoss7148]

Got that at a thrift store! 😂

[@paulyoung5327]

looking great! ❤❤❤

[@bryanedwards2795]

Good morning to you and Steve, sending prayers for you both on the loss of a blessed and amazing family member, God bless the herd work that you do, with love and honor and respect ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ P,S when are you going to git railings for the cabin on the cliff ,

[@parlinate7314]

Thank you for the content as always Michy! Love every angle of footage.

[@marktaylor6837]

I see what you did there 😉

[@tlars36]

Time and money well spent on the Kreg, that is the BEST stuff out there, you will love them... Come on Barbie, lol! Code, F the code stuff, lol. Please keep sharing your furry family members with us, they are very lucky to have you and Steve! Thank you for sharing your life with all of us.

[@Phunston]

Your camera placement captures the best views. The deck is looking great also.

[@IAMTHAT1GUY]

Nothing like starting the morning off with a Little Clyde~ Love that Ol Boy! Great Project~👍🏻❤

[@bruceabbott1881]

Loved the music selection. Clyde out on the deck - can I help? Pure joy walking such a happy troop.

[@jamesmockler3787]

Deck is looking amazing!!! Best wishes with the truck repair. Go easy on Steve!! He seems like a great guy!!

[@db.mc2]

Hi Michelle, Steve, Pups 🐶 and 🐈‍⬛ too 😊👋🏻 Hope all is going well, stay safe and take care my friends 👍🏻 God Bless 🙏🏻 Appreciate you always 🫶🏻 Have a wonderful day 🌞

[@BirdYoumans]

The decks going to be nice. ❤❤

[@claytonl.covell2634]

Good to see Steve moving around better. 💪 The deck project looks amazing. 👍

[@datcat6455]

Steveo....music to my ears 'what is this code stuff?' Traveled in W. Canada a bit over the years & have to say you all get it...

[@TheUglyAmerican007]

Great video

[@daveygal1]

Once again, lovely to see you Michelle x

[@1944chevytruck]

LOOKING GOOD!...NICE WORK!

[@williamcarothers8385]

Looking nice hard work makes it worth it and the pup are a great help for the job well done.

[@garylcampbell9964]

Nice job.

[@sorehair7075]

you can grind the rounded part of those bit tips down til you get a a flat useable surface.again..

[@Good-Citizen]

Don't ever get rid of those pink & black shorts! Love em. Glad Steve is feeling better. He looks grest.

[@bobs3501]

Another great video kid. !!! love how you love the pups.!!!

[@garydahill4240]

Hi Michelle. Great video. When are you going to start your own construction company? Great seeing you and Steve together. Honey your eyes are amazing!!! Stay safe and happy barbie 😊❤.😊

[@jgullave16]

Super! Winter is coming fast!!

[@Kodas-Dad]

Amazing preparation and execution! It ALWAYS helps to have doggo Supervision 😊

[@chuckhixson2725]

Awesome progress on the deck.

[@charlespeck886]

Deck is coming along great!

[@wavehaven1]

Always impressive watching...!! Just had my Toyota truck front end suspension replaced. What a nightmare getting it done right... 3 shops later.

[@SophicGuitar]

The deck is looking good, and it's good to see Steve laughing. Thanks for doing these videos. I was an iron worker for 32 years and had to retire because of my health. Add early dementia at 58, it kinda sucks. But watching you build and make things is inspirational to me. I know it's hard work for ya, I wish I was able to, I'd help in a heartbeat, I can't tell you how much I miss it. You work so hard, it's amazing, plus your hard nursing, be careful, and have fun. Thanks so much again. You and Steve take good care. I heard you say you shopped in Kewlona, my mom lives in Vernon and I just lost my big brother while he was visiting her because he was forced to have the damn covid shot to travel from Oregon to Canada then. I'll never forget and never forgive. 2/21/21 age 57. Love to you guys, Jess from Oregon.

[@donaldevans5752]

Brilliant video , Steve is looking a lot better , the decking is looking great .

[@mgreen8050]

One hard job; you are the installer I'd love to have on my team.