Watch this BEFORE before replacing your counters!

[@j.peaceo1031]

You probably already know this, but what gives your videos the edge compared to other people's is that on top of your excellent work is the relentless good vibes and lightheartedness among the crew. So not only do we watch for tricks of the trades, but also for some good ol humorous fun. Keep it up!

[@someyoungguy6990]

Extreme close up so we can feel your pain and anguish as you struggle with a wedge armpit deep under a bench...!!

[@marigeobrien]

I totally agree. Most of all, they seem very real. More real than reality TV. Yay! (Reality TV is so fake.)

[@jamespppyacek342]

Totally agree. No dissing, even when the odd mistake is made.

[@dannyhutcheson9932]

Interpretation: " but my family lives in the city of Santa Maria by the sea in Cuba". I have been watching you guys for about 3 months now and really enjoy your work and interaction with each other, keep up the good work.

[@mikemmikem2758]

Glad you kept the cabinets, they still look nice. That's a great makeover for only 10K. Worth every penny. Enjoy.

[@verygoodboy2688]

If you wanna change anything about the cabinets, I think new hardware makes a huge difference. I changed some stuff from brushed silver to matte black in my house to make it a little more modern and it made a huge difference for me. Also, soft closed hinges and drawer pull will at least make them feel like much higher quality I think. Great little weekend project

[@Handleyman]

I’m really envious of you guys. Brothers working together. Young healthy families and beautiful homes. Living the dream! All the best for continuing success boys.

[@jaimeperkins9606]

I will say I am very fortunate and blessed! Thank you

[@Handleyman]

@@jaimeperkins9606 …and a really nice guy to boot!

[@jamespppyacek342]

For sure. My brother is the complete opposite of me. He's indoorsy, and hires someone if he needs to hang a picture in his condo. And I've worked with a couple of crews that were fun people I liked to chill with, but it never lasted more than a couple projects. Who you work with, no matter what you do, is super-important.

[@stefandiamandis1244]

I live in MA. and when my brother and I do a Kitchen remodel, we usually let our stone Guys take any existing stone countertops, most times they can sell the remnants and turn them into vanity tops. they will pop them off and take them with them on the day they install.

[@8287tjsaboe]

You guys are goofballs, and I would totally love to work with you. As a contractor myself, I know how important it is to have good people working with you. Your channel is great, and I really enjoy the content!

[@nawezajossardprosper8785]

Me too I wanna ask them their secret to that

[@samuelash4057]

Why would anybody destroy a granit counter top.?

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

​@@samuelash4057Yeah , broke my heart to see totally recyclable bench tops being destroyed. 😢😢

[@gregodfather6086]

the pitch of the saw at 22:10 is fitting perfectly to the background music ❤

[@rockystone7949]

THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO........THIS IS THE KIND OF WORK I HAVE DONE FOR THE LAST 55 YEARS........I ALREADY GUESTIMATED THE TOTAL JOB AT TEN THOUSAND BEFORE YOU ANNOUNCED IT........SIGNED........YOUR BROTHER IN CAR..ENTRY

[@amberkluga8949]

the thing I like the most with your videos is seeing the struggle. watching you wrestle with the wires in the undercounter lights, OMG how many times have I sweated and sworn while putting in a light fixture. I figured it's just my ineptness, but turns out the problem is they really are a serious PITA! Thanks for showing everything; the good, the bad, the ugly, and the funny

[@terrymoser2028]

A flipper in the 80s. It is almost never smooth. A good group with a good attitude sure helps. You men are great!

[@FernZepeda]

I look forward to your videos so much that I'm bummed out if there isn't a new one next day, but always look forward for the next. Not a handyman myself, but got hooked on you. Thank goodness for that weird assed KZbin algorithm that recommends random videos. You are all awesome, thanks!!

[@TheWorldsGreatest024]

im in the market of buying a new home and watching this will really have me zeroed in on the little things like this

[@Environmenthrall]

That chunk of paint Ray pulled off at 17:10 reminds me of a piece of skin I pulled from a sunburn on the tops of my feet about 16 Fourth of Julys ago. Was a straight up Kraft single.

[@johnlreim]

I really enjoyed the problem solving and seeing that I'm not the only guy to cuss the previous builder/owner when I do projects. Unfortunately, as often as not, I'm the previous DIY knucklehead.

[@MikeGusFifteen]

I installed countertops (laminate, quartz, natural stone, glass, Corian, etc) for 5 years. We tore out old tops on probably 30% of all installs we did. When removing, we always cut out the front and back piece on cooktops and sink holes completely (like left and right of the holes, front and back). That allowed us to be able to shimmy much smaller pieces of countertop off of the cabinets and out of the house.

[@GoinDownTheRoadFeelinBad]

I presently install countertops for home depot. For bigger tops just cut at the dishwasher with a jigsaw if possible. It contains all the saw dust on top of the dishwasher. Sink or cooktop is my 2nd choice. Also you have to put your level at the 90 between the cabinets to make sure both plans are at the same level.

[@stevepowell9215]

Those cabinets painted dark grey would look incredible.

[@genonandre9072]

c'est mon avis aussi marié le moderne a l'ancien c'est moche.

[@lanapatton8803]

I am not a carpenter, I’m an ironworker by trade. I love watching Perkins brother builders & Ray/Jay videos. You guys are awesome and have excellent work ethic’s. Love Jamie. LET HIM TALK

[@jaimeperkins9606]

Thank you my friend!

[@electricrenfro1480]

You can always get an oversized faceplate to cover up any Imperfections. Also my family and I spent the weekend in Bryson city/ Whittier area and see why you guys stay there. Beautiful surroundings and friendly people. We came from Mississippi so it was a nice change for us. Keep up the good work.

[@annegray04]

Y’all a crack up. I’m new to your channel but I love the way y’all joke abt and make light of bad situations. Keep up the awesome content. Much love from Anne, down under in Perth Australia originally from NZ

[@russellnathan250]

I enjoy your channel, I think this is a good video length too. Entertaining and informative as always.

[@Ninja47Monkey]

8:55 funniest guy on the show. You guys are a great team and crew

[@zoerochelle]

The counter is beautiful. You guys are so entertaining.

[@mikeodoski2135]

I have been binge watching the last few days and have come to the conclusion that Eric was born to be on television/YT .. excellent host!! Thank you for all the great content.. ✌️

[@rgarlinyc]

I'll never get to the stage where I've had enough of your videos, guys - thanks a ton for them!

[@mrstyle_67]

Kyle, for 14 days July 2020 my Father and siblings experienced the same exact experience.As I watch your video crying knowing the pain you experienced You have my deepest condolences and prayers to help comfort you and your family through this difficult time. God Bless. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@draghiai]

Here is a nice tip for the oscilating tool - in order for the blades to last longer you could use a vacuum cleaner attached to it - that will keep the blade cooler. And you should test the festool or fein blades - they are a looot better for wood.

[@leonjo5859]

we here in Europe use roof tiles and on some roofs still thatch. Also wanted to say I always watch you I'm from the Netherlands and enjoy your work! it is nice to see how much difference there is in the houses with you they are wooden houses and with us concrete houses and nowadays the masonry walls come straight from the factory and a pipe is ready within a few hours only the inside still takes a lot of time. I'm an electrician myself and the differences are huge compared to how you do it there!

[@coalacorey]

Here in Germany you can always see if something was built pre-war or afterwards. The old buildings are beautiful and filled with details while the newer ones are concrete slabs most of the time. I don't like the modern style but I guess it's cheap. I have the feeling that the US has way more house styles. Here things like roof pitch etc. are heavily regulated and I pretty much never see things like porches, bay windows, 'towers', or even bigger garages that are made for more than one car.

[@leonjo5859]

@@coalacorey nowadays there are more types of houses but most countries in europe do not have free architectural styles you have to build in the style that the municipality has determined

[@timgleason2527]

@@coalacorey probably because the US has such varying climates; it’s hard to do one-size-fits-all

[@gregday9527]

Live in US, Charleston,SC. Charleston, like many older cities in US { old to us is fairly new to you in Europe), have quite strick building restrictions. If the building is in a Historic Districk, you are absolutely required to follow the local historical guidelines. The larger issue i think is we in US, still have a lot of space to build.

[@jamespppyacek342]

@@gregday9527 / Dude, it's "strict" and "district". Too many book bannings down there I guess.

[@ryanrents126]

Cuban guy said "but my family lives in the city of Santo Domingo" (in Cuba). I figured someone would beat me to it seeing as I'm 100% gringo but I paid attention in Spanish class, lol! Nice video as always.

[@MB12116]

Great work. I had a migraine watching this video… very impressive and seemed like a huge hassle. Leave it to the Perkins to transform a nightmare into a masterpiece.

[@Brian-px7ud]

Looks great! Glad to see you guys still putting out videos while in between jobs. Love the mix of renovation and home improvement stuff. We're actually about to do something similar to our kitchen. Can't decide between quartz and quartzite tops though.

[@art1muz13]

9:30 happy wife, happy life. I thought I was the only person/guy that cleaned the floor by hand on my knees, with a towel and soap.

[@johnpusch1376]

I don't always use soap but yeah I do the same and I constantly wring the towel out. Then the towel gets bleached and it's like new! People are way too into all that Swiffer nonsense. Fold up a drop cloth or towel for your knees comfort and do the job right, right?

[@rhondakennedy819]

The counter tops did brighten it up in there. You guys are good friends, always helping out one another. Be kind to one another. Stay safe. Love to all

[@christoskettenis880]

I very much like that hexagonal-style window over the counter (15:06). Very nice touch

[@jesswu0213]

Next house project painting the cabinets maybe ?? I think that will more matching the new quartz countertop.

[@passatgt]

31:55 i had the same issue in my kitchen and just glued down some leftover vinyl flooring, which is really thin but durable. I'm pretty sure you can find this white marble pattern too(or at least very similar).

[@aneilaseyiekeretsu]

Your house is a dream house with an amazing view. You're living the dream buddy.

[@agray8109]

Outlet covers to match the sink faucet would make that backsplash pop. Fun video!

[@MikeGusFifteen]

Also to add, yes fixing the flatness on those sags will help but regardless the installers are going to have to shim. Since theyll be joining together at least 3 piece of stone and putting a full height backsplash on top of it, that means all 3 piece have to be coplanar so shimming is going to happen regardless and therefore there's inevitably going to be some visible shim placement if you bend down to look.

[@mrfochs]

Hey, for the casement window cranks, they make handle replacements that are smaller, look like large wing nuts. That would buy you some thickness for the bay window platform.

[@brian2359]

Thinking the same! Then some Formica!

[@pulsewound2677]

Yes butterfly t-handles!

[@PerkinsBuilderBrothers]

Hey great idea

[@ginnettenavas8011]

You can also glue down a piece of melamine with the same draw of the countertop. It will look like it extends all the way up to the glass. Silicone on the seams will sealed watertide.

[@noliftsystem]

I spy the NO LIFT INSTALL SYSTEM! Great video guys. Love it.

[@jaimeperkins9606]

What an amazing tool!

[@richardhennah7329]

Coming from Wales, UK, the US houses are so lovely and vary so much in style. Ours all look the same. Your house is gorgeous, and that raised deck overlooking your land is lovely. Love the videos, keep them coming.

[@jaysoto1182]

the cinematography of this video was on another level

[@ericlapinski4886]

I think you need to paint the cabinets now. The stark white countertop and wood cabinets are an odd combination. But as always your videos are enjoyable and informative. I really enjoy them. I'm only one 'those' commenters.

[@MH-hi6ug]

Agree

[@peterwest323]

Save the trouble of cutting holes in your backsplash by using under cabinet outlets. Makes for a cleaner look and easier install all-around.

[@lusoroofing5221]

really liked the changes , looks more modern and bright!

[@josipmatic4732]

I am glad that you read my comment Jammie about shingles and dog houses 😁👍🏻I wachted more than 60 videos in one week, really enterteiment. Do not judge my English, that is my second/third language.

[@haveaniceday23]

I wasn't sure about it until I saw it all together. Looks great and completely updates those cabinets to a whole new level

[@barrykelly4706]

Men your Kitchen looks totally awesome and like me. I have to get so professional help to and I've been ground up construction for 37 years or more and it don't hurt to get a little help from the new guy's on the block because laying under and upside down, heck we're getting to OLD REALLY FOR THAT RIGHT?? But you have a beautiful home and you KZbin channel is number one in my book brother so keep on keeping on guy's love all of you guy's !!!!

[@maxracine8118]

It really does brighten up the space. I did the same thing at my place. I have very dark wood cabinet almost like a brown/red ish. And the white quartz countertop really brighten the space and made it look way better. I also changed hardware for a more modern style and it really helped and only cost like 200$ to do. On another note, here where i live in canada, its really common to refinish/repaint the cabinets. It gives it a 2nd life. You could probably have them painted light grey or event do a contrast with a darker grey on the island and the pantry cabinet/wall oven cabinets. Its way cheaper (here like 3500$ CAD to have someone professionally refinish them way cheaper than spending 20k on new cabinets. Anyway great video and sorry for the long comment, cheers🍻

[@charleskashark108]

You should always set up a laser when installing cabinets or checking them for that matter. The laser gives you one point of reference, using a level is harder and one cabinet to another could change just because of a racked cabinet, they are so easy to tweak and you need more than one level to get the job done, usually a big stick on your long front and back and a 24" for front to back. It is so much quicker and more accurate to use a self-leveling laser, the right tools for the right job lol. Sorry being a pro trim carpenter and many years of remodeling work as well as new construction you learn a few things lol. What's the use of knowledge if you don't pass it on

[@jax3032]

Forgive me for I’m ignorant. Is it possible that lasers weren’t normal back in the early 90s or so? I think they mentioned the 90’s when talking about the original countertop.

[@charleskashark108]

@@jax3032 The laser level was invented in the 1960s by Oscar Soliz who sold the rights and has been manufactured and developed into the lasers we use today. The first self-leveling lasers were being used in 1973 by many construction companies, everything from surveying, and ground grading to leveling foundations/footings, and yes even setting cabinets/countertops.

[@onyxwolfarias6523]

levels are still more accurate to a point until you combine the two into not a self leveling lazer but a lavel and lazer

[@davykins]

yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawn

[@randymarshall1267]

I loved watching you Knuckleheads' try to unscrew the disposer mount. Anyone can do this with a little planning. The countertop people do all the real work . You guys just did the demo and leveled the cabinets. You didn't even know that the DW was fastened to the top. Rookies

[@radknithat7564]

Found you guys last night while browsing youtube and just found out from this video that I used to live in the same county as yall for the past 7 years.

[@texasfred9321]

Ok Erik I had same problem with my bay view window. Took handles off put in cnc mill cut them shorter redrilled hole voila. Jaime help your brother. That look in your eyes when Erik says your wife is here. Priceless. Hand in cookie jar, or bringing more junk to the house more like it. Great video.

[@zTribalstylerz]

haha well said.

[@amandacathey9590]

Your videos are fun to watch and very informative! My husband and I gets good ideas from your videos including the knife you promoted. You should do more of these great ads, it's always good seeing if a product is worth spending on. Thanks!

[@_Silly-Dad_]

This was a fun video. Its hard to get the excitement of something like this through on video.IDK if it was fun for you guys to make it but it sure seems like you did and it was fun to watch. THANKS!

[@SariJane724]

This is the funniest one of your videos I’ve watched so far.

[@toddajmoon]

Looks nice! I always enjoy your antics.

[@anthonycasciani131]

I shimmed the top after hesitating… but I added a low profile trim piece all the way around that matched the cabinet color and it turned out cool! Keep crushing it!!

[@leslietaylor1570]

Nice! It looks so much brighter getting rid of the dark countertop!

[@Carliiiitos]

He Said his family lives in Santa Maria del mar In Cuba!! Tell him a fellow cuban says Acere Que Bola! Its also cool to see what you guys did. I work in doing countertops so i love watching it as much as doing it.

[@charlessessions7293]

Beautiful transformation 😍 👏 I love the white with silver veins in counter top !! :)

[@artflorez1568]

That was an exceptionally good use of the work "myriad".

[@kathleenloucks9012]

Hello fellas! I LOVE your videos! My husband and I want to build a summer home in the mountains of NC. and I have been trying to educate myself on the process. Where are you exactly? I am excited to have found you. The thing I admire most about you guys is your exacting work ethic...you do things right. I am not saying you are perfect builders and never make mistakes...but it seems to me, that you do everything you do as if you were doing it for your own mom!

[@TheKen28]

Re Jamie's comment about shingles, in Australia we never use shingles, we use concrete or terracotta tiles or more popularly metal sheeting like galvanized corrugated sheet or coloured steel sheet ( colour bond)

[@sannettevaneeden446]

Hey Jamie I just wanted to say thanks for the video and all the let Jamie talk vids, big fan from south Africa cape Town

[@jaimeperkins9606]

Hey thanks!

[@kirksway1]

those cabinets are beautiful. I'm so glad you kept them.

[@Manlikesky00]

Jamie almost read my comment from last week 😄😄😁😁 that "your wife is here" moment was hilarious.. again, love the show and the content... Hope Jamie reads my comment 🙂😊😊

[@jaimeperkins9606]

Oh I’m reading it right now! And I was caught off guard there when she showed up

[@rs2024-s4u]

Congratulations, you've single handedly cured thousands from attempting this as a DIY. Good job. Ray Stormont

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

My Fathers and Grandparents bought a duplex built in 1998/1999. In the main bathroom there was the same kind of vent, just a hole in the floor beneath the cabinet and a vent on the kick plate. I always thought that was a half-ass maneuver. Made those cabinets either really cold or really hot!

[@charlieaaron9]

Under the window, you may want to install a thin sheet of stainless steel. Could be as thin as a 1/16. Water proof stain resistant. If that is too expensive, or if you want color, try a powder coated piece. Probably cheaper to go powder coated anyway. BTW, REALLY ENJOY THE VIDEOS. If your crew would like to go on the road in May of 2023 and do a video in Portland, Oregon, let me know. We are building a beautiful house here.

[@dennissmith5837]

My wife and I love your videos but you really worked to make this one entertaining. Also, do you have Habitat For Humanity in your area? They would have loved the kitchen island counter you smashed. I know t was very heavy but I think Jamie would have found way to get it done. Keep up the good videos and we feel bad about how long you have to wait for product.

[@garyk559]

On the subject of roofing, In Ireland we mostly use either genuine or produced slate tiles. Before that and still to this day people use manufactured roof tiles. Love the videos guys.

[@kjaar45]

Love your channel, by far my favorite to watch!

[@c.a.g.1977]

A huge improvement, Erik! Great job, you guys!

[@b_lumenkraft]

Re: Comments regarding shingles. As a European, when i learned how Americans build their walls, namely with flimsy wooden sticks instead of brick, I was actually pretty shocked. Honestly, the whole using shingles instead of tiles didn't even bother me so much anymore. It's just a logical progression. ;) Since then I figured out why you guys do it this way. Watching your channel, it's pretty clear to me now that you guys just have so much more fun working with wood than it is laying bricks.

[@kassandralevingston9874]

Love all the different shirts y’all are wearing. 😊

[@hilux0094]

I’ve had to do stuff like this so many times, it’s maddening sometimes trying to get things plumb and level nice to see it done though

[@graceworx9287]

Looks great and really brightens the kitchen up.

[@MikhailScottKy]

For the window cranks you can get an extension for the crank.

[@JS-zb1vv]

I own a granite countertop company. The best way to check level or set cabinets is with a 360 laser level. Find the highest cabinet and work off of it . Split the laser line on the front edge of the cabinet and just hit the backside of it . They will be perfect all the way around since you had 2 seams . On white quartz on the seams standard razor blades will leave the seam looking a little grey sometimes. They make white ceramic razor blades now . Just for white quartz and seam glue .

[@jax3032]

I’ve worked in stone for the last few years. I create a virtual layout with dimensions, and I would’ve had the sales team inform you about the squareness issue. Both perimeter island no matter the area. Over 1/8” I notify people. Looks good! And the installers did a good job. 👍

[@annettesurfer]

I’ve been slowly swapping out my halogen lights for LED lights, they’re a lot cooler. I too have a large bay window in front of the sink but it’s a pain to reach into so I have plans to replace mine when I get the time. Too bad that island countertop was busted up since it could’ve been used by someone somewhere. I’ve cut down many stone or solid surface countertops using just an abrasive masonry blade on a circular saw. I’ve even repurposed concrete sidewalk slabs using the same method, using a fan to blow the dust away and side doweled rebar for alignment…much like biscuits. I’ve never understood why anyone would pay such high prices for kitchen cabinets when they’re so easy to make. My dad was a cabinetmaker back in the 60’s & 70’s, making custom stuff for the rich in Palm Springs CA while living in Henderson NV (near Las Vegas) but I can assure you anyone can build cabinets, even me…an ironworker.

[@TheKnightrunners]

Pro tip. Those clips on the dishwasher can be removed from the top of the dishwasher and moved to the side. That way you don't need the filler strip on the top. It definitely is a clean look the way you did it though.

[@jameshalleron7484]

You know, I have watched this video for the 2nd or 3rd time just as a fanisty of what my kitchen could look like. I am really getting I to watching all your videos as well as Ray and Jay which are the funniest two builders I have ever seen. Jay is a total crackup and says what all trade workers would like to be able to say without getting fired. Thank you for making these Eric. There is an interesting trim joint from another KZbin guy that I will find and send to you for Jamie's expert analysis.

[@BrentKamrath]

You guys are so fun to watch!

[@robynelancaster7858]

The kitchen looks amazing and light!

[@marting.7564]

Your kitchen looks very nice and I really like the Pro Tip that you guys used with the blue tape. I have to admit that I did the same thing with the leftover quartz pieces. I had them make me two cutting boards when our kitchen was done last year. 👍🏽

[@codygooch510]

Only a carpenter would yank off the counter without taking the mounts off the dishwasher first 😂😂 Good stuff guys. Glad I found y’all.

[@matryan3532]

Excellent job, guys! Love it. Next stop, paint those cabinets!! 👊

[@69Aliencry]

Your yard is beautiful!

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

Totally worth the spend and it only adds value to your property, makes the space feel clean and inviting nice job.

[@joemalherbe1752]

@Jaime awesome you take the time to read the comments! You guys are great! Enjoy the “how to” and “tips and tricks”! Sad you don’t you use the metric system 🤣 If you ever in South Africa, give me a shout!

[@jaimeperkins9606]

Joe, thanks for the comment! Yea just feet and inches for now:)

[@psi23k]

We don't have shingles here in Australia either. Mostly cement or terracotta tiles, or like corrugated iron type.

[@stevemustaikis6602]

On the oscillating blades I take a cut off wheel [ .045 ] on my 4 1/2 grinder and make new teeth. Works great on soft wood and dry wall. Came do it over and over .

[@stuntdouble5933]

? picture?

[@doritleis2773]

Erik will to renovate his Kitchen! The half Team workt, Erik will all have straight this make much Work. But the Best, the new Work plate out withe Marble! Good Work and a Spitz Result.. 👍👌📏 Greeting 🇦🇹

[@jellybean16]

Very informative video..You guys make make it all so easy to make beautiful renovations. And oh, cool knife in the ad!

[@gringofett3944]

Just completed a full Kitchen remodel. Lots of work but not that bad. We went with a butcherblock countertop made things a LOT easier. We have done Corian before since my brother has a lot of experience installing it. My father was in commercial cabinets for decades so I have a lot of experience to pull from but honestly its a lot of labor but not something so far outside of the ability of DIY'ers they just need to be ready for the work.

[@kenbaker1353]

That was funny when you said oh it’s probably just the floor underneath Caven Inn. You guys are hilarious.

[@scotts4125]

Always had granite. Built a new house 2 years ago and went with the same quartz you have. Still have granite in the bathrooms and laundry. Quartz hands down is so much nicer. You could have a cabinet guy come in build new drawers with Blum hardware. It would be almost like getting new cabinets.