Sometimes everything goes wrong (Rescuing a 120 year old house)

[@tonycosta3302]

Add a false beam over the pipes. It is convenient if you ever need access to them. And it’ll just look like an oversized roof support.

[@p_mouse8676]

This was exactly my idea. Doesn't even have to be a full sized beam, just something to extend it. Only challange would be to make it look old and worn.

[@moufrit]

Yuck! Nothing worst than these kind of false stuff.. And that goes totally against Laura's style.

[@HolgerNestmann]

came here to say this. The channel bourbonmoth woordworking just veneered a table leg and it looks great

[@Joe-df3qc]

or maybe a looooong aluminum box

[@802Leith]

Find an old beam and make a fake. The problem with uneven insulation the heat transfer will drive through the clay walls. More maintenance on that side of the building. Good luck, there is always something in building science messing with aesthetics vs function.

[@Stakman1]

Attention Laura! We didn't come this far with you to worry about a missed video or two! You are amazing, and if we have to wait we will wait!

[@TiffanyLeClair]

Agreed! All things considered with what we see with the house progress, add that stress on top of maintaining a long distance relationship…. Laura certainly has earned some “vacation time” in terms of publication scheduling. ❤ everyone deserves a break from work without guilt… I’m willing to wait to see what Laura builds next because it’s likely to be slightly less awesome than the portable DJ booth. 😜

[@---l---]

I concur! It goes, family, physical & mental health, quality of life. Work is way down the list.

[@brindmusicnerd]

+

[@ckm-mkc]

One thing I learned is that, in construction, you have to specify everything. Because everyone has a different idea of the "right" way, and plenty of people will do whatever is easiest for them, regardless of either aesthetics or impact to others downstream.

[@morganna8503]

Yes, that's what I was thinking as well, be very clear and precise in work instructions instead of expecting them to understand how you want it to be. I once had this in a totally different line of work. Before, my then boss used to communicate with a external programmer about features he wanted in software and he didn't get what he wanted. When I took over, I used to specify in detail how we wanted it and that worked out a lot better.

[@SN-sz7kw]

Moving right along! After 20 years restoring a Czech farmhouse - we’ve learned one most important rule - always be present (or have a friend present to call) when work is being done. It can be darned hard, but there are ALWAYS some wonky decisions to be made & hired technicians/craftsmen will happily take the easiest & least aesthetically pleasing path every time if it’s up to them. 😂 I’ve seen some real horrors and expensive redos. We’ve put some things off for months just so one of us could be present.

[@AntonKoba]

Yeah, they would always do it the wrong way otherwise :)

[@katella]

I thought it was just my inability to communicate clearly that caused workmen to ignore my esthetic concerns and build something in a hideous way. I have I don't like leaning over anyone's shoulder micromanaging. But I've learned the hard way it has to be done. 🤦🏽🤷🏽😂

[@EmilieBlueBerry]

Absolutely true! I had to work remotely for days from our house construction site after a couple of terrible decisions from the construction team.

[@802Leith]

I agree the other alternative is a tight set of plans and some spray paint laying out exactly what you want.

[@Rsama60]

I was about to write the same comment. That is even more important when you have specific ideas in your mind. Communication and control is key.

[@ianbird4737]

The Curse of the Wood that is Too Long is a minor inconvenience when compared to the Curse of the Wood that is Too Short!

[@artfx9]

What's what she said.

[@c0dy42]

I cut it three times already and it's still to short

[@AlexS....]

Is that an Adam Savage quote? 😁

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

@@c0dy42 maybe you need a different saw

[@mountaineergirl255]

I love that even when everything was going wrong you chose laughter - that's the way to handle renovations, if you don't keep your sense of humor you won't make it.

[@loriwill9968]

“Does it fit?” …”NO!” Laura + Felix = magic

[@helloemilymills]

Your humour is what keeps me coming back. Love watching you two 😁

[@BartBoeykens-i4u]

Hi Laura. If you're worried about missing a video, I'm sure you have an entire archive of things you edited out for time or "bloopers". If you collect those, I'm sure we'll love the resulting video. Or videos where we just watch you work, no comment, a sort of Laura Kampf ASMR. Great to have those in reserve if needed😉

[@mjmajin]

About the pipes on the nicest wood in the house - I think you’re entirely allowed to ask them to switch their location. You’re the owner and it’s a permanent decision - you deserve to be happy with the final result, after the immense work and dedication you put in. Dare tell them!! It is their mistake 💜 love

[@l.m.2404]

Sometimes, it can be better to acknowledge the error but use the correction in time or cost of another build item. Lose a skirmish to win the battle. Cheers. 😊

[@p_mouse8676]

Well, what people useally do, is mark the positions or talk it over with the people involved. If you just say like, feel free, this is often te result. So it's a bit tricky to say who's "mistake" it was. But even if it was my own mistake, I still would have moved them. Although now you will see all kinds of holes in that nice beam.

[@carolann811]

Felix should film those conversations!😂😂😂

[@AntonKoba]

Just gotta pay twice, and I bet prices in Germany are just insane :)

[@Ant98986]

Yep it looks shit so they should move it

[@albertqhumperdinck]

Kudos to Felix, the use of music in the editing in this one is fantastic. So much meaning in that cartoon funky bassline because of the different times where it appeared, bravo, really!

[@norberts482]

I like his channel ( felix schelhasse ) … in german, but with english subtitles, I‘m sure some will enjoy his projects

[@raraavis7782]

As someone, who was a teen in the late 90's and young adult in the 2000's, the music in this video literally made me grin from ear to ear 👏👏👏

[@SIC647]

Oh... that is why I liked it so much. Exact same age

[@scottcates]

Absolutely!

[@akaathena]

Hilarious.

[@n8zimphotography]

Watching this house project and noticing the difference between a generalist and a specialist. Laura can take on any trade and challenge and has enough talent to be successful. It is rarely straightforward and easy but it gets done and there is fun along the way. Living a rich journey as well as being able to enjoy the finished product.

[@laurakampf]

Thanks for this sweet comment!

[@jennetteking]

Felix is such a good co-host. I love the way you work so well together.

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Absolutely! The flow of mutual respect + humility and humor between them makes for great energy - that makes for great video. (Plus, of course, both are wonderfully talented.

[@evamantecon3940]

Go Laura! Keep on laughing when I goes wrong. there are so many stories behind house renovation. But the need us, and we love them. VIELEN DANKE FUR DOKUMENTIEREN!!!!

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

This could be made into a movie. 😁

[@09conrado]

I'm admiring your mindset Laura. So much wisdom and resilience usually comes at the cost of having lived through lots of difficulties. You're an inspiration

[@steelsunpi]

That's why you always have to specify what exactly you want with sub trades doing work on your projects. Clear explanations and dictates make everything smooth.

[@christopherroth7239]

Sometimes the only viable option will not match the homeowners plan. Where else could they have put the pipes? That is where they came through the floor and they had to go in that direction to get to the lower bathroom.

[@steelsunpi]

@@christopherroth7239 they should consult with the owner first.

[@---l---]

And it looks like they did a walk through marking it all out with spray paint.

[@dpmakestuff]

@@christopherroth7239they could have spread the pipes out horizontally instead of vertically and the beam could have been left visible.

[@AntonKoba]

And still you have to be there when they do the work :)

[@kennethgreer]

I love the Felix and Laura "in the shit" videos. It's so easy to get frustrated when things go wrong but Laura and Felix just have such a good time, no matter what. It's really fun to watch.

[@tripledprojects]

It’s a good sign if you can still be smiling at the end of it all

[@Makesmistakes]

Or it means you have finally lost it!

[@ReverendTed]

_(screaming internally)_

[@kallienielsen3898]

Honestly, if it was me and my house, I would call them back and have them relocate the pipes to the ceiling and get them off of the beam. They were doing a shortcut by attaching them to the beam and they probably expected you to lower your ceilings all the way, even with the beam, so I would call them back and have them fix what they did. They shouldn’t charge you because what they did was wrong.

[@precisioncardmodels]

Oh, man. Man darf die Gewerke nie alleine arbeiten lassen. So präzise kann man seine Wünsche gar nicht aufschreiben. Ich hätte mich schwarz geärgert. Ich würde die Rohre nochmal an die Deckenbalken legen lassen. Sind höchstens 2h Arbeit.

[@maya_unplugged]

Vergiss es, sie haben Löcher in den Balken geschraubt, der ist für immer ruiniert.

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

@@maya_unplugged IMHO…the holes would look better than it looks now.

[@tims8603]

Having worked in a modular home plant in the US for over 35 yrs, it's so strange watching how you do things in Germany. I also remodeled my, at the time, 50+ years old house. Not being critical but our homes are built and finished so much simpler and cheaper. It seems like your house could withstand an T4 tornado while ours would explode like a soap bubble.

[@solitarelee6200]

Oh that is so absolutely true. I was in a modular home and there was a tornado not even like. That close? I mean it was close enough that I could see it but it didn't actually hit me or anything. And I thought for sure the entire house would come apart just from the wind, it was shaking like it was going to lift off the ground and send me to f*cking Oz. I still can't believe I'm alive. The valley I was in got wind storms and even with a complete line of trees in all directions blocking the force of the wind, every time it sounded like the roof was going to tear off (and that roof did weaken enough from the wind that we had leaking problems the whole time we were there.) And don't get me started on my DAD'S 120 year old home! We wanted to remodel it the way Laura is, for decades, but after about the 90s there were simply not contractors willing to work on it. They said the only thing to do was bulldoze it and build a new one. It had very few issues in the 90s due to our efforts but with 30 years of being unable to find contractors to fix problems... well, the people who said to bulldoze it are winning in the end.

[@tims8603]

@@solitarelee6200 That was probably an older modular home. The early ones were just glorified mobile homes. The new ones are built much more sturdy. Still, compared to what Laura is doing to her house, they are fragile. Probably because labor and materials costs are so high here.

[@tommoxjr]

Everybody in Europe, the UK and Australia, who used to watch that Reno program where they shouted “move that bus!” to reveal the new house, was astonished at the flimsy quality that passes for building standards in the US, even in non tornado prone zones. I’ve had 2 tornadoes in the time I’ve been in Oz…lots of trees down, a few fences down and some roof tiles dislodged…..except for a poorly built old folks’ home, that was de-roofed, few houses suffered much damage. Double brick or large cinder block construction is still the norm.

[@RaXXha]

This is just how we build houses in europe, we build them to last for a century at least. 🤷‍♂ There are also practical reasons. The reason we use OSB behind plasterboard for example is so that we can hang stuff on the walls anywhere and not worry about finding studs for example (as a bonus to making the walls sturdier). In scandinavia we genereally build single family homes with timber, but even so we still tend to build for longevity, so we rarely use just plasterboard on top of studs like in the US.

[@Allexz]

Living in houses that are 200 years old is not uncommon in sweden and other parts of europe. Things are built to last. In the long run they cost a lot less to heat and upkeep in general as well, which is a requirement since our costs are so much higher than average.

[@stephandippon9973]

Oh, wie ich da kenne ... und zwar alles. Das Aussparungstheater, einbauen, ausbauen, nacharbeiten und das an einem Bauteil x-mal ..... Man hat das Gefühl, einen Neubau hochgezogen zu haben. Es waren vier OSB-Platten .... Laura, ich fühle soooooo mit Dir!

[@nate8088]

It's absolutely hilarious that people thought you were going to leave the boxes open between the kitchen and the bathroom. :D Also, I just love your attitude and ability to roll with things.

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

You have to admit that she has used them in projects before this. When she mentioned storage I thought she meant IN the bathroom… Then she went and got the boxes and was framing that out for the boxes…and put them in there and was talking about the storage, counter…with them in the wall. I’m thinking no she can’t possibly be leaving those in there, but it seemed like she was. Yes it would be completely counterintuitive to the aesthetic she’s trying to make within the house, but Laura can be very practical at the same time. (Oy)

[@pjotrh]

Kinda good to see that this happens even to someone as experienced with tools as Laura. Makes me feel better about all the times i had to go through episodes like this. Thanks for including it Laura and good luck on the next steps !

[@akumabito2008]

Measure twice, cut once! Then wonder why it doean't fit. Cut it again. Measure 3 more times. Then cut the final version. Then realize the first version DID fit, but you just flipped the panel.

[@drewharrison6433]

As a carpenter and building contractor, I had the exact opposite reaction. None of this was bad luck. It was all inexperience and poor planning. I love the effort. I love the perseverance. I love the sense of humor. There is a big difference between being handy and being an experienced home builder. All in all, excellent effort for someone who obviously doesn't have the experience to avoid these pitfalls.

[@danoconnell1833]

Oh man, I could feel the frustration in my gut. I'm retired now, but remember those days so well. good for you for coming out of it in a better way.

[@jonheath3706]

It's been fascinating watching you mentally process a problem, a viewpoint, a build and so on. The results are always mega brilliant. And I love, love, that you switch from English to German and back again. I'm part English, part German, and part .....So enjoy the peek into your mind, and culture. Thanks Laura.

[@lordtodwadley]

😂 One of my favourite videos of yours. Lots of fun and laughter ❤

[@MarthasMuWz]

This was one of the funniest videos because you and Felix laughed at the problems. Glad you addressed and also laughed about the poop comments.

[@lackleonhard3981]

Das beste an dem Video: Ich musste die ganze Zeit lachen und habe mich gefreut, dass auch einem Profi wie dir Laura so ein Quatsch passiert und man sich vermisst und irgendwie alles schief geht. Jeder der was handwerkliches macht kennt genau diese Momente. Einfach sympathisch. Freu mich schon aufs nächste Video

[@omaverick2870]

The comedic moments in this episode is incredible hahaha. my favorite " well and well actually rhyme" 😂😂😂

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Oh darn I missed that one.

[@nancystrano4372]

You are amazing!!!! I would be flipping out!!!!! Just another reason to be present when others are working in your home!!! 😘

[@rocioferri1130]

I have never laughed as much as in this episode, keep it up 🤗

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Wow, after so long, the house finally has an actual thing in it. Let that sink in.

[@linseyyoung1772]

Every defect deserves respect!

[@johnpayne2465]

Some days, it is better to sit down with wine or beer. Glad that you had a fun day. Keep going with your double-tetris life, it's awesome.

[@cherylstraub5970]

You could put a vaneer over where the plumbing pipes are. It would bulk up the appearance of the beam and hid the plumbing. Sort of a hollow beam idea. That way you could expose the beams.

[@robine916]

Yes, I thought the same! Find some old timbers, if possible, and box them in, or even purposefully box it in with a bunch of carved panels and make it stand out like a fancy feature.

[@scottcates]

OMG I love the laughter!🥰

[@Kelvallontan]

Hi Laura, Thanks for the video. The disappointment at the start with the plumber/hvac guy work is kind of a classic. I should know, I am a plumber and HVAC guy. The bathroom and all the pipe work should really be planned and prepared beforehand. There's a lot of explaining and telling what results you expect. I know I used to really go out of my way to make sure the client knew what I was about to do, and what the result would be. But I am a really rare one, I came to understand this as time passed by. I didn't get to the end of the video so I don't know if there are any more surprises, but this is quite the classic. In the previous videos, you didn't seem to know exactly what to expect at the end, and were going with the flow. Some artisans might take advantage of this to go the easiest route for themselves (and the most profitable one as well), wich might not me satisfying for you. I know you have your LA project, but if you aren't coming to the jobsite several times a week, you are bound to more dissapointments like this.

[@christopherroth7239]

I am not a plumber so I don't know what options there were other than moving the upstairs bathroom so it was closer to, if not directly above, the lower bathroom. As a plumber do you see other options?

[@Kelvallontan]

@@christopherroth7239 Well I was short on time,so Icouldn't develop earlier on. Yes, I would say Put it directly above, or plan alternative routes. The chute could have been near the exterior wall and all the tubes inside the insulated lining for example. There are some things you cannot work around. For the evacuation collectors, you need to keep a slope angle, and it will be under your apparels, so you have to take it into account no matter what. Putting the evacuation drain in the middle of the room without checking with the client is a recipe for redoing your work. It all depends on the choices the client wants to make. There's a proverb here that more or less says "chosing means giving up". Our job is to make sure the client knows what feasible choices he has in hand, what they imply. Most of the time, he will have to give up on something to get something else, but at least he did it knowingly. In my eyes, it's not the crafstman's job to chose the general orientations. His job is to enlighten the client so he can be satisfied with his choice for the years to come. And then transform this choice into something tangible. Laura's weakness in my opinion, is that she does a lot of unplanned things. It can be a source of inspiration, but it can also leave a lot of room for error from people that aren't on the same wavelenght as her. She would have to supervise the jobsite every day at the start of a new craftsman, and every other day afterwards, if she wants pleasing results. By this I don't mean staying right behind the craftsman. More like having a control session every evening after work, and immediatly pin down what doesn't fit.

[@lisam5744]

'I think she's pooping!' made me laugh so hard. 😂

[@FlatlineBob]

Thank you for posting this video. All can say is WOW. I am glad to see how someone can handle rolling with the punches with them coming at you all day long. Your attitude is very inspiring. Keep up the good work. 👍👍

[@kellyquinn1468]

You are making such progress now….as much as the bloopers frustrated you it really showed your grit and determination to make things right. Then everything went good after that. Good life lessons right there!

[@xero.93.]

i love laura's ability to stay positive when things don't quite go her way

[@TomSedgman]

You’ve captured the exact feeling of fitting a fiddly and inconvenient tiny bathroom Laura. I went through this in the summer and this video is giving me flashbacks!

[@bjwo3132]

Laura the poop Inspektor. 😂 ich habe selten so gelacht wie bei diesem Video. Weltklasse. 👍🏼 Ich habe so mitgefühlt beim Zuschnitt dieser OSB Platten. Die können echt zum Gegner werden. Aber dein Innenausbau wird Mega!! Am schönsten ist es wenn man nach so einem mistigen Tag, tief durchatmet, sich um schaut und sieht was man alles so geschafft hat! Mit den eigenen Händen. Weiter so!! 👍🏼

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Laura - It’s wonderful that you embrace all of the process and are willing to show it. That’s highly unusual. The vast majority of people would edit it out and not show their humanity. Perhaps they save some, but def not all, of the oops/mishaps for a bloopers reel. You are a very real, transparent, warm, & kind individual who’s ego is right-sized. That is a rare combination, truly. I have met & known a LOT OF PEOPLE in the course of many years in my profession. I can say with absolute honesty, you are one in a million. Thank you for allowing us into your life so graciously and openly. You are truly appreciated. (And I know the others who have been with you since the beginning, agree.) Blessings, Rev. Kevin

[@gardenfork]

Excellent update 😀 Eric.

[@tbillington]

Loved this one. Showing the real side of building when things don't work, stuff isn't square, and your batteries go flat.

[@skylarsa]

The music choice during the editing made this video even better!

[@sashacat53]

So happy with you with the electrical and plumbing and now you have a toilet. Onwards and upwards.

[@flibbertygibbette]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate the editing this week? The editing is always great, but timing all the drilling and saw sounds to the music was particularly **chef's kiss** in this one.

[@tsandhage]

This is a great video. I laughed so many times throughout the video. Thanks for keeping your humorous attitude towards all the challenges! For the ceiling, can you create a cover from old scraps of flooring that will fit over the pipes. You can make it removable so you have access in case you ever need it.

[@Anberel]

Poor Laura. Sometimes I just want to give you a hug and a plate of cookies. I’m glad you have friends with you to keep you laughing through it.

[@eufroceniaalegre3926]

Laura, I want to be you !!! You can do everything, and just loved your attitude. I always love your videos ❤

[@melissareid640]

Wow, they should have asked how you wanted things to run as the client they should've met with you about everything you are paying for things to be done right. Oh my goodness good luck I know you will work this out. Sending love you are so funny and very good at taking things in stride.

[@jayhitek]

I feel so much better now.. Every renovation i do in my house is filled with screw ups like Laura had. It seems that in one day not one thing goes right.. I'm not alone!

[@MoteOfDust430]

Thanks for the laughter. You two are hilarious! Wishing you a great week.

[@medikcz1]

I absolutely LOVE how you used music to support telling the story. That editing is bonkers good and I enjoy this video SO much because of it. :)

[@Greeningermany]

I love watching you two work. It helps me practise my German and you both have the best laughs. I have been sitting here laughing along with you. I am an amateur carpenter and have made many mistakes while building things. It does my heart good to know that even highly skilled builders have off days!! Tschuss!!

[@kathysnodgrass9363]

This was a great episode. I haven't laughed this much in a long time. Always look forward to your videos to come out and it doesn't matter how long the wait is. Your work is phenomenal.

[@mattwillis3219]

The beautiful smiling face of Laura as she sits on her throne for the first time, congratulations Laura!

[@4819632011]

You made me laugh out loud this morning. You made your tough day fun for us all. Class act.

[@theresalowe1231]

I just love your laugh and attitude. Such a good show

[@kentmckean6795]

When the going get tough, the tough get going!

[@vertikaalidioot]

it´s so heart warming to see that i´m not the only one who has mishaps!

[@sharvo6]

Every defect deserves respect. You have a way of turning every idiosyncrasy to gold. Check for leakes as you go!

[@Eden_Laika]

Maybe this is just the Brutalist in me talking but, as intrusive as those pipes are, I can't help but also admire the workmanship, even if it is entirely function over form. I feel like you could change the cladding to something more aesthetically pleasing and leave them visible as a feature. I don't know if the steampunk look appeals to you, but it's one option.

[@iNerdier]

This is also why you either have an architect or show up on site when they're working; if she'd been there when they were laying out the pipes all of this could have been avoided...

[@raraavis7782]

Yeah. I mean, I have no idea what her esthetic preferences for interior design are, either. But exposed pipes next to wooden beams is definitely a look. It's an option.

[@nomadine85]

The bad luck part was the most relatable content I’ve ever watched, that’s basically me most of the time when it comes to woodworking.

[@caseymclennan7773]

It's a relief to see that even you have days like this. We believe in you!

[@AFOsborne]

You guys make me laugh ♥ And how you keep laughing through all of the stress... well I guess if you don't, you'll cry.

[@c97f]

I have so many similar problems when I do projects. Seeing the great Laura Kampf suffering too makes me feel better about my own incompetence.

[@denisehicks7525]

Loved the "dark days are over." Funnest day ever. I laugh so hard. Thank you

[@crinkle2649]

When I saw the new pipes, I thought Awww a good chance for a decorative box

[@leeedge3431]

Laura, your laughter in this video, with Felix, was so infectious, it made me laugh out loud too. You two work so well together that I feel you could take on the world and make it a better place. Your down days make for LAUGHTER DAYS. x

[@rcandy972]

You never give up and keep smiling the whole time. I love your energy and humor.

[@greetjekeulen3918]

Nice, you can finally sit in your house😍

[@Partlycloudy70degrees]

So many laughs! Great episode. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@thatotherguy7596]

Keep on keepin on Laura. You're doing great 👍 I'm glad Felix is there to help you laugh 😄 💕

[@m.rye.426]

It's not easy. You're doing great!

[@KristiinaKasepaluHarakas]

Lovely video ❤️ greetings from estonia 🇪🇪

[@doninis1354]

It's comming together...almost livable in that house now there is a toilett in. 😉 you doing great, I have seen no failur.

[@Atlantismonkey40]

My first thought while you’re fixing the cut out. Let the glue dry, then I laughed a little! Haha. I totally agree with the bad day gets worse theory. I had the “dropcies”, everything I was holding in my hands that day, I dropped at point or another. You just gotta roll with it. Things are coming together it seems. Thank you for bring me along on your journey. Be well, Laura and team.

[@cath7336]

You're amazing Laura. Even when shit happens you laugh.

[@patsycovino5222]

So funny..thanks for the chuckles.

[@VeretenoVids]

It's really tough doing the long-distance relationship thing. I'm not going to judge you one ounce if you don't manage weekly videos! I love every chance we get to see you playing Tetris! 😉 Thanks always for sharing the triumphs and troubles! (I actually LOLed at Felix's comment "analog laser.")

[@sgsax]

Nothing quite as humbling as a "little" home renovation. 😁 At least you made some progress after all the frustration. Thanks for sharing!

[@walkaboutwanderlust3721]

Laura, I think you should turn one of those baskets around so that you can have storage in the bathroom. A place for towels and scents and things. Just food for thought.

[@LeJean_Dennis]

Make rustic wood "bulk head" to hide the pipes, leave rest of the room open. Love your videos & energy... Thanks

[@expierreiment]

Was für ein tolles Scheißhäuschen❤️‍🩹

[@elodiedouls7018]

Felix saying 'Yes' every time it doesn't fit, and saying 'No' every time it fits is my biggest joy today

[@gr8fng]

This video was a giggle a minute ... just loved how you both had fun in the face of adversity ... and your response to 'stink' comment ... hilarious. What a team ❤ 🎉

[@thisisbethm]

Your laughter in spite of the challenges was contagious! You persevered and made it through, and that’s a good reminder to us.

[@crinkle2649]

This was such a funny video, it's a great thing to show that even if you know what you are doing things can still go wrong and you just have to laugh instead of getting mad😄

[@wallab731]

OMG! This is one of your funniest videos ever! I love you!

[@tjtobin86]

As someone who has built homes or finished homes in the U.S., it's fun to see the different building materials / approaches you have in Germany!

[@CB-sr8ee]

This is the most relatable video on the internet. 😂😂😂😂❤

[@SamVekemans]

Great to see the most important room in the house being done :)

[@jmsmom67]

It’s better to have the piece too long than too short! And if you have to miss putting out a video we understand and will just look forward to your next one! Don’t stress over that

[@mikebashford8198]

Fantastic Video. I love the German obsession with all things lavatorial!

[@aericks3000]

This video might be one of my favorites! This! This is exactly what trying to do your own projects is often like except you are actually doing AMAZING but sometimes it just is like that. Also: I definitely thought the aluminum boxes were going to be covered but for a second, when you mentioned the smells I was all....but no, Laura, that can't be open, right?! Maybe the beam stays exposed just a little bit, like fachwerk? Not sure if it'll work here. The number of times I've come into a remodel project and gotten sad after the plumber and/or hvac has come through...well, pretty much every time.

[@beverlyanntaylor9652]

Love the happy and resilience in you 😊 💜