Nasty Mobile Home Kitchen Demolition

[@scottfirman]

I spent one whole summer redoing our Mobile home kitchen. I found MAJOR water damage from under the kitchen cabinet all the way to the corner behind the refrigerator. The floor was rotten. The sill plate and 2 feet up every stud was rotted. I had to replace all of that. My biggest issue was setting the new cabinets. My brother from Texas came and helped because I couldn't get things square. Mobile homes are NOT square. It turned out fantastic, but what a PAIN!! NEVER AGAIN. I never want to do another Mobile home kitchen.

[@savannahsmiles1797]

@housedimitrescu7196 having moved two...the bigger ones...they don't quite transport well. Stuff breaks, especially toilets. Probably as there isn't much give in porcelain, they crack.

[@tracybromage-spencer1882]

Never say never. 😅 But bottom line is You Did It!

[@TheBonnieberry]

I said to my hubby whoever buys this has a full record of the care you have taken...to restore this trailer...maybe it would be a Canadian Snowbird...smile...

[@ninabooker2904]

Doug, I am SO glad you have that respirator. I can’t imagine doing these gross dirty jobs without it. You are an amazing builder. I read a super nice complement on your channel the other day. About how calm Ashley remains in a crisis and what a blessing a calm wife is. And I agree completely. You and Ashley complement each other’s personalities perfectly. You make such a solid team. I feel like I know you and we are friends. Love you guys ❤

[@chesterdroors1605]

Doug, that postcard was sent from Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany. I was stationed there when I was in the Air Force back in the late 80s. I recognized the address. Dave in TX

[@SindyBoyle]

Wow. Great back story thx for posting.

[@chesterdroors1605]

That sure brought back memories, That was a time before the internet and email. Sending letters was mostly how we communicated with folks back home. We had one pay phone in the barracks we all had to share if we wanted to call home. It cost a bunch so we couldn't do it all the time. Just reminiscing.....

[@denisewilson8367]

​@chesterdroors1605 my son was in the army and too broke to phone home most of the time. He was not a writer either. So no letters. But he did his time and was stationed in Germany & a few other countries. I hope you came home safe & healthy as he did.

[@chesterdroors1605]

​@@denisewilson8367 Yes I made it home OK. While I was there the wall fell in Berlin and Communism collapsed so there wasn't much danger in Europe at that time. However the day before I left Europe Saddam invaded Kuwait and everyone was on alert for terrorists. I spent the whole 1st gulf war in Texas watching it on CNN like everyone else.

[@yvonneost12]

It has nothing to do with anybody what you choose to do with stuff and what you choose to throw in the dumpster , people have no business trying to tell you how upset they are , it's your projects and you do a great job and you know what you are doing ..

[@ebony5766]

I believe you are very smart to start with a gutted home and update/design to your specifications. Kudos for your ambition, vision and hard work.

[@petramarishko]

I own a plot of garden land for a year now, and I am amused and ashamed at the same time how much metal scraps previous owners buried here and there. I am very glad to hear all that appliances get scrapped!

[@nannypat6520]

This was sooooo gross! Through the whole process I could remember my mom saying “if you’re not careful your face is going to stay like that” 🤢😱Well Done Team !💕

[@rondahoward5341]

Who would want to keep it! I think someone got their money worth! It’s actually a nice size kitchen and I can’t wait to see what y’all do!

[@tripletgirl2484]

The fact that you are taking safety seriously makes it so much more enjoyable watching your demos. It's going to be a beautiful rebuild!

[@jaymeharl3270]

I thought maybe that flying piece that whacked the camera would get a repeat in slo-mo. Nah. But I was like, "Whoa!"

[@jkbeattyable]

Wow, you've had quite the workout with that kitchen and there's more to come. Great job Doug and Ashley! Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤❤

[@goingslightlymad7172]

Good morning!🥰🥰🥰🥰 Wow those were actual cabinets.😲 The cabinets in my mom's mobile home are built on the wall and just built around a facade.

[@diyfferent]

They were still cheaply made. Most of them had drywall sides.

[@terrilandry1313]

I’m happy to see you working on the mobile home again! The sooner you finish, the sooner you can make money off of it!! Doug, if you’re going to keep the stovetop, maybe switch out the white knobs for black ones. I think the white knobs date the stove top. Doug and Ashley, you two are such hard workers, you deserve a day off!! Go to the beach or something ! Go have some fun with the kids!! ❤❤❤ Blessings to your family!!

[@leethebee1560]

Always satifing to tear out that old kitchen. Something about seeing those dirty smelly cabinets being removed that makes eveyone happy. Good job fun to watch, brings back memories.

[@pamkaufman3662]

That was alot of hard work! Soon you get to start the fun part of putting it all back together. I look forward to seeing what you and Ashley have planned for the place!

[@sunnyja1088]

I've been cleaning out my house & putting "Free" sign at the curb. Lots of good stuff that I no longer need & people are so happy to get the items & thank me! Beats filling up landfills & yard sales are too hard to do any more! So glad you put some of stuff out to make a few bucks for someone who needs it! Nice area for a lovely kitchen to come!

[@stitchann]

You and Ashley are without a doubt some of the hardest working people I know. Great Job.

[@Jo.H.]

Hi Ashley and Doug, I bet you are glad that is done. Nasty job but worth it to start fresh.

[@BobbieJeanM]

I don’t remember if I’ve said this before so I’m saying it now. Of all the tools you have bought over the years to make remodeling easier for you, getting the ventilating hood was the best investment for jobs like this and previous ones you used it in, IMO. Over the years as I’m getting older, the projects you and Ashley take on seem harder and harder. You both have my admiration for your optimism, energy, determination, commitment and imagination in everything you’ve tackled and completed. I’m glad this part (seems hardest to me!) is almost over! 👍💕😊

[@CassieDavis613]

for sure

[@carlapierle8623]

Yuck! That WAS a nasty kitchen! Great job dismantling it! I can't wait to see what your vision is for reconfiguring the space. I did like how the bar/seating area opened into the living room.

[@xzkt]

I am excited to see the mobile home demo is almost over. Can't wait for the re-build to start. Somebody will have a nice home when you get finished. Still remember when you started working on your house in Kokomo. I felt sorry for you because I mistakenly thought a computer geek and his wife were going to TRY and remodel their home. I soon learned that Doug had skills in many areas and his wife was right beside him doing whatever it took to get the home finished. It has been an interesting journey, watching home rebuilds and seeing your kids grow up. Thank you so much Doug and Ashly for sharing so many hours of your lives with others. Phil

[@patdaddymusic]

❤😢😊

[@amandahutchison5360]

Your are so right to dispose of those old appliances, obviously the cook top was the newer machine. I applaud you not handing them off to anyone else either as you cannot be sure if they were hygienic or safe to use. Your clean out is I think the best course of action on this home, I am sure you will make it so much better and much more comprehensive use of all that space

[@jeanstout5858]

I always have faith in Doug and Ashley, no matter how awful the project is. They will do what is necessary or rethink their approach. God bless you.❤

[@selvi1309]

Yeah so true

[@stanyoung6593]

Dont you just love it when Doug gets all whack happy? Boy I do!

[@philipbrazis8732]

Ruth here, That wallpaper behind the cupboard, that brings back memories, 😊

[@nicwatchestoomuch7]

I still love the layout this kitchen had. Especially for a mobile home. It almost looks like the cabinet in the far corner might have been a desk before and not completely original underneath? That was a lot of work! What is it about mobile home cabinets? So flimsy while using them but a complete pain to remove.😂

[@lesliebblack]

I imagine once you’ve gutted the place & have a totally clean slate to work with….that must be an exciting turning point! Then you start to get your creativity going & do the magic you do!! (Btw Ashley, I know you don’t like being filmed in your glasses, but honest, you look nice in them; they’re part of your look. I was thinking this as I saw how nice you looked with your sunglasses. My 25 yr old autistic son said to me the other day, “Mom! Put your glasses back on, you look so much nicer with them!!” 🙄 Please try not to be so self conscious, you’re a pretty woman!)

[@51Lorie]

There is no better way to get frustrations out than to tear something apart. Great job, you two!

[@Blessings.429]

Doug my friend, I don’t think these cupboards are flat packed, but I see you showed them ……😂❤

[@kathyvelasquez3682]

Doug and Ashley. I applaud you. Hard workers and sweet people. I would run out screaming if i saw bugs/spiders. On second thought, i wouldnt be in there in the first place. Good luck on your project. Be safe. God bless.

[@melissaroth4467]

Duuuude! I thought you were going to open that fridge. I already had my shirt over my nose. lol

[@sharibushnell003]

Well that's done now great job Doug! I know your not done but that part is probably the worst part of the demolition, 😅 have a wonderful day !

[@Flower3394]

Doug, while you were destroying the cabinets. A piece of the cabinets flew back at the camera almost hitting it. If I had 3D glasses I'd swear it was almost hitting me in the face.😂

[@fijid8976]

Great job Doug and Ashley! After watching this my work day frustrating is gone! At one stage I thought a piece of wood would wack me in the face😂. Phenomenal teamwork! Keep safe and God bless your beautiful family always ❤️

[@kathyw7143]

Despite how dirty that kitchen was, I still liked the layout. Yeah that stovetop looked almost new.

[@sharyn4271]

Me too. It really is a nice size for a single wide.

[@shadedflower9530]

Git 'er done! My heart literally races while I watch Ashley and you do these demo videos. It's so much work by just 2 people, yet it never phases either of you while I'm sitting here, exasperated, and didn't lift a finger except to keep clicking my mouse as I go back and watch over and over ... I don't know if you realize when we say we admire you all, how much we really mean that. Sending so much love to you all! 🥰🤗

[@texasfloodthe9370]

12:43 good thing Stan wasn't standing where the camera was.

[@sandybuchanan3479]

Wow, you know how to take a room down. Great job!

[@KThom429]

Those of us who are long timers know you've tried the scrapping route before and it just wasn't worth the hassle in the end for you. Perfect idea to let those who do it as a profession grab these items from the side of the road. I'm hoping yall are going to keep as high a ceiling through the whole house as you can.

[@marthaboswell9720]

In a single wide mobile home every inch of space is needed. Keeping it simple is a must. I am excited to see the plans that you have for this mobile home. It will without a doubt be better built than when it was new. Ashley will have the outside looking beautiful.

[@tamora.monique]

I felt like you were taking anger out on that kitchen. I even got hit in the eye by flying debris 😂😂😂

[@mkel858]

I live in Florida and my husband just started working on tearing out repossed mobile homes to resale, even new ones you'd be surprised the water damage he said he's able to take any appliances, furniture etc.he wants so he's selling the appliance and furniture, scrapping the metal, he's 70 very hard work!

[@Back2GoodOG]

Major progress and I can't wait to see it when you're done! It's going to be so fresh and new! ❤🎉

[@larksong4]

You both have a vision I don’t possess!! You can see beyond what it is and make it beautiful!! No one could ever accuse you of being lazy!! Your work ethic is amazing!

[@stacybroussard3097]

Nice job Doug!! That was a lot of physical work but you got it done! This video could not have come at a better time for me... Thank you for sharing with us All how to get things done when myself personally have no idea! You are Appreciated! Blessings and Love to you All 🙏♥️🙏♥️

[@suzytinsley1474]

You all keep so busy. I wish I had the energy you do. Y'all are doing a great job on your house and rental property. Big round of applause from me.

[@osmadchlo]

Doug! You hit us right in the face with one of those pieces of trim! I'm not going to lie, I ducked!

[@normamcvicker4710]

Love all of your videos. I've been watching for 5 years or more. When is Ashley getting her own kitchen? Can't imagine her camp cooking all of these years. Your kids are really growing.

[@diyfferent]

Kitchen will get done towards the end. But Doug does the cooking :)

[@americawaters4257]

@@diyfferent lol. 😁 I just asked him what's for dinner. I didn't know he was actually the cook. 😂

[@southloupriverhomestead4696]

@@diyfferent I,m curious what you guys like to eat. I bet you would get a fair bit of views to watch Doug cook.

[@krystalaura5634]

I can't believe how nosey people are!

[@southloupriverhomestead4696]

@@krystalaura5634 My comment was in regards to they make so many amazing healthy choices with the way they build I though they might have healthy cooking ideas we could all benefit from. Also since they earn there living from making videos I honestly think the video of Doug cooking would be very popular

[@trinashepherd7636]

When you said demo the kitchen you meant it and was definitely on a mission to get it out ❤ I am so impressed with the progress you both have made and can’t wait to see the vision you have for this project

[@teresashell9067]

And just like that, BAM! Much easier to start fresh than try to fix that mess. Much love you two.

[@stellah8363]

I get tired just watching you guys work so hard ! Nice work!

[@vahneb7260]

Doug, you bring new meaning to the term, ‘sweat equity.’ Between the challenging demolition and seeing your hard work under challenging weather conditions, it’s miraculous you are doing as much as you are doing. Ashley, we know you are behind the scenes doing a fabulous clean up job ❤ and watching the kids, cooking, cleaning your own home. And, both of you are busy with videos for us. Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with us. Be well, be blessed ❤

[@lornawatkins8495]

I totally agree. They are a mighty example of how much it takes to make progress.

[@brandiwilson2339]

Happy Monday!

[@Aiko2-26-9]

I'm sure it felt good to have all that old stuff out. What a job but well done.

[@missykenyaking7741]

Hello my favorite couple Ashley Doug where you get all this energy can I get some of what you eat and vitamins 😂 you too are amazing workers great job keep the videos coming I enjoy them so much wishing your family always good health happiness and peace ❤️❤️🙏🙏🥰🥰👍👍🌺🌺🌸🌸🏠🏠🏠

[@WeeMo33]

You guys are awesome ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍

[@debbieellis5074]

Doug, it's my own fault. I enjoy watching all the deconstruction. Then today we got some close ups of cockroaches (dead) and a few years ago I would have terrors for a while. Now that I'm 70, I've grown out of the worst of my fears. I can handle anything but those lovely critters. I'll just avert my gaze if I think something is going to appear. Really enjoying the remodeling, you make it look so easy. Glad you include the kids. They will never forget the times with mama and poppa. And all you're teaching them. God bless you and family.

[@sandral2178]

Looking forward to the layout you and Ashley have planned, I know it will be nice when you’re finished!

[@pinkmosquito22]

Icky! It's going to be soooo nice to be able to put it all back together with clean materials!!!! I'm so excited for this reno!! 😁🤗

[@kwells8807]

I remember rehabbing our '74 Dbl wide's kitchen. It wasn't that big, and the cabinet frames were solid so we rebuilt using the frames. New cherry doors (28)/drawers (7) & all the hardware. We applied cherry veneer and re-faced the cabinets. Stained everything in cherry. Rebuilt the floors, put in CoreTex H2O proof LVF throughout the entire house. Cleaned & Painted over all the inside cabinet surfaces, the paper was "Paul Revere" themed!!!! It was weird paper!! Seeing the paper in your MH reminded of our remodel! It was sooo worth all the hard work. That kitchen sold that house for us. It was very nice when we finished. 😊

[@lisamariemooremccain2584]

One nasty kitchen. I can't wait to see what y'all do with it. Take care.

[@lifesparody]

That looked like it was not fun at all .I bet you are super happy it is done with . I didn’t see anything worth saving in there either. Great job as usual . Good luck with the floors .

[@dorothyallen3614]

It’s going to be a nice place when y’all are through! That’s a large kitchen area! Stay safe and well and it’s a good plan to go slow in the heat and humidity, much love to all ❤

[@gillyb333]

Loved watching this demo Doug well done 👏

[@donnawilliams7683]

Why did I sit down with my breakfast and start watching your video? Only because I love you guys and love your videos. Yuck, that was gross!

[@TheTamrock2007]

Scrapers don't play in Florida. I was putting stuff out for them. First load gone before I could walk to the back of the property to grab more. Great job you guys!

[@athomewithjenny]

I can't wait to see the new floorplan ❤❤

[@krystalaura5634]

My daddy always said "dynamite comes in small packages!" Doug and Ashley proved that right!

[@karlabrown1954]

I totally agree about starting fresh. The hours it would take to clean something that is old and overused to begin with is not worth it. Time is money.

[@karlabrown1954]

And mobile homes notoriously have poorly built cabinets etc.

[@stillnotjeff]

Nice job! I get that the kitchen had lived its life, but you guys should make the layout similar, that was a nice kitchen, especially for a mobile home.

[@DLRyoung]

So satisfying! Getting rid of the old stuff. Watch your back! God bless

[@vanessagodiin770]

You must be so relaxed Doug after demo work. Unleashes all the frustrations one can carry.

[@cjones6049]

My husband and I have started watching your KZbin channel. We are amazed that you do these demolitions with a hammer and crowbar! Looking forward to seeing the outcome if your home and this investment property. Stay healthy, and be careful!

[@selvi1309]

Wow, Doug, Ashley you both doing a great job, thanks for sharing your video, wishing y'all have a lovely day.

[@colleenscottcarmello5103]

** ok so I know you said you're not saving anything and for us not to ever write it.. AAHHH.. but the knobs.. yeah.. I have this thing for knobs. it's like everything I build needs a darn knob.. and they are so expensive. so now when i see an old cabinet on a lawn I stop and remove the knobs and handles.. even old dressers. I use them for all kinds of odds and ends projects. It comes in handy just having them to grab when I need to. So yeah.. sorry I didn't listen :(( couldn't help myself.. lol :)) and wow, everytime you tear apart a room I can hardly believe what it looks like behind and under everyting.. Now I understand why you gut it to the studs each time and start fresh.. This home is going to be so freaking beautiful when you are done. I'm excited to follow along on this one..

[@barbscarrow7300]

Doug &Ashley love watching the demo😊 Can't wait for it all to be put back together ❤️🇨🇦

[@janemay8721]

You two are awesome at making nice homes out of ran down homes.I am looking forward to seeing more!

[@bigjoshallen]

Thanks for the video. i love the mobile home videos!

[@debramackinnon8094]

Doug you deserve a nice warm shower and a nap! Keep. Doing. You. 🌵🌻🎶

[@debralaforest9274]

Still have the willies from that spider. You guys are brave and intrepid!!!😅

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Great job! Stay cool in this heat!

[@michellepeck694]

Thank you so much for the detailed demolition. I need to do something like this for a single wide. I am thinking of just keeping it as a storage "shed" and getting a newer mobile home for the property.

[@GaryArnold-x4l]

Your the hardest working man on you tube

[@haydenuk02]

Awesome progress. Can’t wait to see the next one. Amazing work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@kibblenbits]

Who would have guessed, not that many years ago, that an old mobile home, on it's own plot of land, would be worth as much as it is today? Being totally renovated makes it worth so much more. In my area, a mobile home, on it's own private lot (not in a park), used to rent for $250.-$350., but now they rent for $900.- $1k a month, and that's without, or a very minimual cosmetic reno, and we're no where near FL. You never have to worry about supporting your family, because of your skill set regarding mobile homes, and being in FL, you're in the perfect location. You could make a small fortune doing reno's/repair's on other people's mobile homes, just by word of mouth, should you ever want, or need to.

[@deboralintner6223]

Good morning my friends. Wow, you have been busy, love the progress on the mobile home.🌻🌴

[@dottiemichalek1983]

All during the video I kept thinking that gutted kitchen would make a great new living room and convert the old living area to a new kitchen.

[@marygessner5108]

You make demolition and rebuilding an entire home so easy, I'm tempted to try it myself. God bless!

[@beckyisabell4324]

Can’t wait to see the new layout. I know it will be so much better,

[@leem200]

You make it look easier than it is. Great gut job. Can not wait to see what you're going to do with it. The kitchen wasn't nasty just older and well used. Plus it sat a long time empty. Peace!

[@rbirkheimer59]

Soon the fun will begin. I'm really looking forward to it. It will be a brand new one when they get done with it. God Bless, Love , Granny

[@lornawatkins8495]

Great job guys. That was really bad. I remember when you first purchased your safety device. It’s the best, protects all areas of your head and lungs. I’m surprised that I’ve never seen other diyers using the same.

[@SK-ki1te]

This was my first episode, can you tell me what that head gear is? Thx! But I worried he would step on nails.

[@htownandi6263]

Nice job guys, but Doug we really don't need close-ups of the roaches LOL

[@mhale-mi9iy]

It was a beautiful home at one time. U will make it beautiful again.

[@feliciarichardson5792]

You're amazing young man you're doing a great job

[@kayashmore4296]

You two demolish a nasty job quickly. I know it's not nice but it is the only way to get to the bottom & see what you are really dealing with. Exciting to see what the next step will be. Great team work!

[@missykowalewski]

I have a mid century home that was built in the middle of a walnut grove. My grandfather had the trees cut down and milled to build this house. I also had one of those in-cabinet ovens that took up too much room. So I set out to demolish it. Never in my life have I worked so hard to destroy something. It and the surrounding cabinets were solid walnut. Took heavy duty saws of various kinds to get thing down. But oh it feels good when the demolition is over. The footprint is this mobile is going to be so unique. Exciting.

[@jackie6582]

Love watching when it’s demolition time👍👏😊

[@kathyw7143]

Doug is a tearing, gutting machine.💚

[@BrLambert]

I have to remember not to eat when I'm watching demos, I should have realized that with "kitchens are nasty"