Original Old Wood Door Rescued, revived, and Restored

[@oskarsmom7552]

All the choices you’ve made are just lovely. The quality of your work is going to last for generations. 😊💕

[@loiscarteaux9389]

Yes! Well said 😊

[@lindacarruthers3423]

@@loiscarteaux9389. Absolutely inspiring isn’t it. Restoration with love ❤

[@lfuentes4098]

I’m so glad you have chosen to restore instead of buying new stuff. Those doors are absolutely gorgeous. And who even sells solid wood doors without charging you an arm and leg nowadays.

[@cindyinaz2357]

Doug, you should never sell yourself short. You are a master at whatever you do. Your work is always beautiful.

[@sharyn4271]

Just want to throw this out there. It makes no difference to me what order you do which room in which house, I’m here for the ride and appreciate you taking us along. 💕👍

[@diyfferent]

We really appreciate that.

[@hnycreek]

the charm of old wood IS the imperfections. Beautiful! And great recycling!

[@vahneb7260]

Bravo Ashley, you were so smart to try the paint stripper to save the door, which came out beautifully. The simple fact that both of you have such respect for the original home is heartwarming. Too often we toss and replace. As always be well, be blessed ❤

[@missykowalewski]

It’s the imperfections that give character to the final product when u keep original wood. It the introduction of old into new and where the story of the home continues. I love the choices u guys have made in keeping much of the original home. It’s gonna give life and story’s to the kids later on. Continuity is a beautiful thing.

[@PeppermintPJ90025]

The door looks fine. It doesn't have to be perfectly perfect. Ashley's idea for using the pink glop was fantastic.

[@donnathecoach]

Good call on the door Ashley lol, love it!!

[@sharoncochran8508]

I don't think you could ever honestly say, "I was being lazy." You both are hard workers! I just imagine the behind the scenes stuff like homeschool, making meals and planning takes a lot of time and energy. Way to go!

[@MeaningfulLife330]

Modern doors would have looked so out of place. The restored ones are beautiful.

[@mrrs8118]

I can’t wait to see the full walkthrough, and before and after video. Y’all have done a beautiful job on this house!

[@sianstockham9244]

I love it, especially that Ashley pushed for trying something different to strip the door. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@2crazyinalabama]

I really do like the wall finish in your living room. It's so cozy and warm feeling/looking. Great save on the bathroom door. I'm glad Ashley suggested the orange stripper instead of cutting out the panels and replacing with new plywood. I must say that I do wish, Doug, that you had continued sanding and refinishing the original door stop pieces. I'm sure the new more decorative trim will serve it's purpose; but for continuity of using the original door trim in the rest of the house, my vote would have been for original pieces. Looking forward to seeing the door in place in your next video. Y'all are getting so close to completing the interior renovation of your dream home, so I was just really hoping that you could have the patience and energy to work with any original wood you have. Says me, the 72 y.o. who's not the one doing the work! Y'all have a great day and enjoy some family time. Take care, Patricia (Fort Payne)

[@TheLiFeInPines]

The voice of reason 😆 🙌🏻 ~definitely heard that before. Wonderful transformation on that door! 🌲

[@archib3692]

High Five to Ashley for saving the day, and some $$$. 🖐

[@mjsimm]

It so exciting to get down to the finish line on all these house projects! Try not to get too stressed out by trying to please all of the viewers. You've been going non-stop for over 2yrs here, plus all the work you've done in the past. People need to simmer down and appreciate the amount of effort of doing the projects, filming plus editing the videos. That was a lot of work and I hope you can enjoy the fruits of you labours.

[@lindagrove3278]

Yeah Ashley glad you talked Dough into saving the door cant wait to see it hung just LOVE THE FLOOR 😊

[@barbarakujawa320]

You are a master renovator young man. Do you have a permanent home? That is THE mystery due to all the homes you have renovated. ❤❤❤❤❤👍 I am addicted to your addiction. Bless you and your beautiful family. Your youngsters “bye” is always heard👋

[@jacquelinejenkins8]

Great job on that door you worked your magic again Doug and Ashley. Your home is so beautiful. I love the wood. Love Y'ALL.

[@mrsdig57]

Doug just remember your house has some age on it. Any blemish you see in the house gives it character. I myself think that both of you have a good eye on your vision for the way you want thing's in your home. I think it's turning out gorgeous. Love o your family!❤

[@51Lorie]

Yup, always listen to Ashley, "the voice of reason". Great job, as always!

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

You are WIZARDS OF RESTORATION!!! Well done!!! 🥰🎶❤️🇨🇦👍👍👍

[@goingslightlymad7172]

The door looks fabulous! Good for you guys!

[@teresasmith9601]

Always look forward to each of your videos you are so talented

[@diyfferent]

Thank you.

[@kkeenan536]

I’m glad the stripper worked because while replacing those panels “sounds” easy enough, you know it never seems to turn out that way! The door looks great, is original and has character 👏

[@Steve.5]

I love how you guys work together as team. So glad you were able to save the original doors it adds genuine authenticity to the old house. 😊

[@sandramajowicz5844]

Give Ashley a lot of credit for saving that door. Yea Ashley!!!

[@n3rdygrl]

The door turned out great. Especially since it started out looking like kindling. I'm glad you were able to save it.

[@chrisboyle9147]

Now you have the Kitchen to finish and the rest of the bathroom and the outside of your home and Sunroom then the Mobile Home. So, no you don't have any projects coming up(LOL!) Actually to many to count. HA, HA, HA! Bathroom came out so beautiful. Love the Tile! You two work so hard.

[@jomac2913]

A bit of elbow grease and a lot of hard work you end up with beautiful doors! Ashley you are the soft spoken voice of reason 😇

[@CS-bn4un]

Working to reuse what you have… good, solid, old doors is hard work but so wise, AND you have the charm and beauty that comes with such..’blemishes’ and all! The bathroom floor is such a pretty and fun ‘surprise’ as well! Appreciate your resourcefulness and determination ! When ‘all done’ you’ll have YOUR home with history, character and personally inspired design.

[@juliefahrne9094]

I would love to see your kitchen and bathroom done before you start your other property. You've taken us so far in the restoration of both. As always you both do a wonderful job.

[@kathypeterson9549]

Ashley you are so smart and Doug you are so talented

[@beckyisabell4324]

Looking forward to kitchen remodel.

[@margaretvargas1209]

Like always you both have done a fantastic job. Ashley great job pulling Doug back from the edge using the stripper for the Door. I can't wait to see the before and after tour.

[@VeilZuTun]

'The voice of reason.' 😂 I do love your videos. ❤

[@dmartin4295]

The door looks amazing! I'm glad you listened to Ashley and tried the orange goop! 😄😄

[@briantuma1502]

I love how the older darker wood glows. There’s something so cozy and comforting about it

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

All the wood looks great! Great job reusing original wood Mr Doug & Ms Ashley!!

[@fromthebayou]

Love watching you work and how you explain things.

[@galady8632]

I adore old doors! I detest the new junky doors that are molded foam wrapped in plastic. Those remind me of sandwiches wrapped in plastic wrap - IMHO no door is better than a solid wood door. When searching for a home to purchase I find myself inspecting doors. The scars on solid wood doors tell a story of survival and longevity. Ashley and Doug insure their doors are appropriate for their home. Of course they are also gorgeous!

[@trevornelmes9331]

Good job on that door. Back in the day, my mom would have used caustic soda on it. Not very environmentally friendly. She would have loved you guys. Her last project house (always our house, just as you are doing) was a 16th century 5000 sq ft house (in the county historic records it is listed as one of the most culturally significant buildings in the county) which had not been used since WW2. Sadly, on the way to pick up supplies, she died in an auto accident (the other driver was found at fault, but also died, as did his passenger). I was still quite young, so I always miss her. We live in the UK, BTW.

[@ILGuy2012]

The door looks so much better than when you started. If the imperfections still bother you in the future, you can always try to find another old door that is in better shape than this one was before you started. Who knows, you might find one laying beside the road sometime. A little more than a week to go, until the days start getting longer again. Yippie!!! Hang in there!!!!

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

I just love how your dream home is turning out. It’s so beautiful.

[@WakeUp01949]

So glad you listened to Ashley, the voice of reason, the door came out beautiful and is still original. Okay, now the door working music is my new favorite! How is Belle's art coming along, haven't seen her work for some time.

[@stellaunger8568]

No harm in a project that isn’t perfect - nothing is. Love how everything is turning out. You do excellent work and have wonderful taste. The house looks fabulous! ❤️😁🌹

[@espresso3623]

I just love Ashley‘s look when you said you were wanting to cut that door. All I can do is smile you go, Ashley.

[@ca6177]

You both did great. The door looks wonderful! You have done amazing work! Happy for you! 😊

[@nancywolfe1983]

I am so proud of you guys. I have watched your videos since you renovated the trailer. If you were my kids I would brag on you all. Keep up the good work.

[@valerieb8006]

Good for you two saving the old door!🙋🌟🎄

[@carleenjenkins3686]

Looking forward to the kitchen! You both work well together!

[@irenel.m.3238]

It's the good thing about restoring something, that it looks modern but you can tell that it's old.😊

[@jennyclark2950]

I love the door Doug ! It looks great !!!! I wouldn't want it perfect !!! You do such good work !

[@rose-g3l]

Giving a second life to this very damaged door is tedious but the very good result was worth it! You now have a beautiful real old door. It’s great!

[@heatheroester6817]

I thank you for keeping the door original it looks great!..Good call Ashley!❤

[@labbrockington7854]

Go Ashley, I did not want him cutting the door either. The door came out so good. Can't wait to see it all finished. God bless you and your family. 🤗☃️💜

[@maryofventura4767]

Beautiful work! Ashley was right! The orange stripper to the rescue. You are making a lasting home, a beautiful sanctuary.

[@lisaking9659]

You guys do absolutely beautiful work! I know you are getting excited. Getting to the finish line ! ❤

[@Youngone-mb1yc]

It’s great! I enjoy hanging out with you two while your putting your home together! It has been a lot of work but so worth it!

[@lorimahan2116]

When you finish your inside restoration, give us one final tour. This has been a wonderful adventure to have with you. I'm sure you are probably exhausted from it. 😊 😊😊

[@waterlooboy]

Hey guys! You both should be proud with the results of the door! Ashley good catch on knowing the door could be saved!

[@douglasharlos4113]

You're doing a great job Doug keep up the good work

[@OldCritters]

Beautiful old doors.👍💞

[@quilterjanet]

"the voice of reason" ... I literally snorted LOL!

[@marywkinnear2000]

Same! Luckily, he has her right!! Lol

[@Pawithlove]

Always fun watching “perfectly imperfect”

[@sharonhagen6362]

It’s almost unbelievable to watch the restoration of the last door. I was so surprised to see how good it turned out!! Great job…I’m so glad that you’re remaining faithful to the older sensibilities of the house!!

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

The door looks amazing !!!!!!!! I also had my doubts that you wouldn’t have to cut out the panels. Good for Ashley on her suggestion to try paint removal❤❤

[@chriswarren274]

I am so glad that you decided to take care of your home first so that you're comfortable and then you can start on your mobile home and come back to a home that's basically done

[@TheWoodHaven]

Ashley for the WIN!! Door looks fantastic.

[@barbarabrainard1436]

For as long as i have followed your channel i had the impression that Ashley's role was to say "yeah" to everything Doug said and to do support work in the background. It seemed that she never really got to make decisions. I realize that could be a totally wrong impression, but its what came across on camera. But not today! I absolutely loved that she spoke up about her ideas on a solution and stuck to her guns on trying stripper first. Excellent outcome and hope Ashley continues to show her confidence on camera too!

[@carolyncarlson3825]

I'm glad you listened to Ashley....the door turned out really well. ...hugs

[@larksong4]

When you first showed the house I thought to myself that I would just bulldoze it and start over, but you were able to see its potential. Your house is looking amazing!! All your hard work is definitely paying off!!

[@Hollybank5]

The door looks great!! The orange stripper did a good job 👍. A messy process, but it worked !!! Your house is absolutely beautiful ❤

[@cf5539]

The door doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s an old door and it’s beautiful.

[@richonlybyname68]

Good job ... wifey , sometimes we need their input...looks great that you listened to her idea

[@audreywy1743]

When I use the orange magic, I cover the area with Saran Wrap & leave it alone for up to 1 day. Most of the varnish/stain & the magic goo are attached to the Saran wrap & clean up is much easier that way too. Everything is looking so good!

[@susiestokely3528]

“The voice of reason”…….well done Ashley being the VOR, the door results are fantastic! Doug you are an amazing home renovation guy, you don’t ever ‘scab’ repairs, you take everything down to its original sate and rebuild, it is something to watch. As another follower mentioned, your work will last for generations to come.

[@lindakemp2742]

For you starting off on a wreck of a house, let me say you have done an amazing job.👍

[@debbymiller8828]

Doug, it IS perfect. It’s incredible what you guys have done with this place.

[@MikeRota]

I'm so glad you listened to Ashley that door came out great. Just loving how everything is coming along. I'm sure it feels better for everyone living there as everything nears completion. Then we can look forward to seeing the outside come together.

[@susanmyers6375]

Great job ! Cooler weather is coming even in FL ❇️🌿🌴

[@BeveerlyHerring]

I am amazed at how much that door was cleaned up. Kudos to you for being determined to save those doors. I wouldn't worry about seeing that the door had filler. In a house of this age, that is a minor consideration. Really turning out lovely.

[@pinkmosquito22]

It's kind of bitter sweet watching these projects be completed and checked off the list. I think the door turned just great, like everything else you guys do! 😊

[@ritarevell7195]

The door looks so awesome. If someone came in my home and wanted to point out where I had fixed a hole (which I can’t even see on TV) I suggest you invite them to remove themselves from your premises. Your work goes way above anything I’d accomplish. It looks great. So with the last little bit in the bathroom, the kitchen, back porch, your siding being completed-this house is about finished. WooHoo!

[@victoriaboerschinger2891]

So glad you listened to your wife. The door look so good.

[@lindadobberstein2035]

The door looks great! Looks fresh, but antique!

[@lindamitchell-fox1926]

I’m looking forward to the kitchen! Love your pants Ashley.

[@priscilladuron7177]

You all have worked hard to keep the integrity and beauty of the house an the outcome is your house is coming out beautifully

[@jimdelong949]

Doug I think the door turned out great. Having some nicks and imperfections here and there just adds character. I'm glad you listened to Ashley, and didn't cut out the panels. Excited to see what you do next Be safe and blessed

[@peggynorton5145]

I love the old doors. Im so glad you kept them.

[@rbirkheimer59]

Love that old door, it looks really good. I bet the kids will really love their new bathroom. Good call on the orange stuff Ash! Sure did save a lot of work. Hi Mav! Thanks Guys:) God Bless, Love, Granny

[@dragonflyneb8212]

You work so hard and your work always pays off. Beautiful

[@GMC.Sprint]

It's good to have a good "voice of reason". I was frustrated this weekend with an old garage door opener that had a bad optic eye and was about to waste 300 dollars on a new one. My "voice of reason" convinced me to give it one more try and it turned out my replacement optic eyes worked if wired up backwards.

[@3msannie]

Glad Ashley prevailed! My thoughts while you were talking about replacing the panels were, why don't you just strip it! Great job as always. I really like seeing more of Ashley working on camera even though I know she's always done a ton of work behind the scenes. 👍

[@rhondacowley9818]

It turned out Great! Good job.

[@cindystephens9230]

Love these restoration projects.

[@susangay4866]

Door turned out gorgeous, great work.

[@bonniebolton-king6194]

You both do so well Ashley and Doug

[@ericjohnson1008]

Getting closer and closer to wrapping the house project up. Congratulations y'all.

[@teepeeX]

I thank you for saving as many doors as you did, nothing like the original .. awesome job 😊