Plumbing My Kitchen | Solo Tiny Home Renovation

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I spent last episode showing you how there were a few things I needed to tackle to truly complete the renovation phase of my trailer tiny house. It is time to enter into designing which means BACK TO BUILDING! The pretty thangs, yay. Today we are focusing on DIY’ing a kitchen sink cabinet (for the first time), very basic beginning plumbing and adding some decor so you can see where the aesthetic is headed for the kitchen. Not to mention I DIY'ed this for less than $500 all together when I got quoted $18,000 for JUST plumbing.
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Hi I’m Rachel Metz! I am DIY’er and carpenter based in Joshua Tree, CA with my two dogs in tow. I am passionate about turning a house into a home with any build, design or DIY. Throughout my socials and KZbin, you can find DIY projects for all levels of builders ranging from makeover content, room refreshes, outdoor projects, home improvement and renovation tips, tricks and more. My goal is to empower anyone that is looking to DIY that they are more than capable to make their house, their home and that they can too in fact pick up the power tools and do it themselves. I hope you enjoy your time here! Head over to my channel for more xx.
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[@Iz-ly9in]

as a 22 year old design student from new york, your entire design process is like watching mad scientist work

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha thank you!

[@lydiacongdon8135]

I ADORE the *Sink-tuary* !!! RACHEL, you did the damn thing and I'm obsessed!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🫶🏼🙏🏼.

[@amandak.7439]

Girl! There is NO such thing as perfect. This is AMAZING! GREAT JOB! ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Let's talk about how I say 2022 and how I did not explain the temporary duct tape to hold the PVC up haha.

[@brittany2707]

This was amazing. Your excitement in success makes it so personal & empowering. Beautiful! All of it!

[@sommerjohnson9129]

Not to be dramatic but this is turning out to be my favorite build you’ve done so far!! Love the glass effect on the cabinet, the cookbook storage and the dishwasher is so ingenious! Great job Rachael!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

AH! Thank you for this xx.

[@valarya]

OK GURL look at you having running water out there!! 🙌 - that sink is so full of character, I love it 😍😍😍 (and hello, how cool is that baby dishwasher!??)

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's so good!

[@shirleycarter2451]

Wow I'm blown away with that gorgeous sink/dishwasher unit. You are so inspiring to all the young women out there 🎉❤❤❤

[@kellilandry2825]

The slick modern top with the rustic frame plus the color of the books is just fire 🔥 !!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Kelli!

[@heatherlaird-mcleod3271]

I think you're setting a trend Rach🎉 I just luv it when a creation comes together & works.

[@alucco22]

I love how when you were doing 7am epoxy you looked like a mad scientist with your torch in your morning outfit. I feel like moments like that are when the creativity is the best.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I agree with you!

[@karenlanghofer8762]

It looks fantastic!!! My favorite was watching your little celebrations! I love that you are willing to share the good great bad and ugly of emotions and projects. Can’t wait for more!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Karen!

[@couch38potato]

I love the way your brain works! The window sill ledge, the rope on the pole, the cookbooks- all those little details just give the space so much unique character and shows that everything to the little last detail has been carefully considered. Just so beautiful!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you Kate!

[@cantocant2346]

Looks SO GOOD. Streamlined and yet full of character. A triumph for sure.

[@madelynvazquez9006]

Rachel, once again, you nailed it, I love how the sink cabinet turned out and with a dishwasher, come on 😅 you can't ask for more💪👏😍

[@Tina.bina.]

That satisfying moment when the water turns on and there's no leaks! ❤

[@milkweeddreams8828]

Once you got the stain on (and the rope) BAM...super cute cabinet...I love how your brain works...good job girl/plumber...!

[@jordanwatson9769]

I LOVE when you hype yourself up over your accomplishments. You go girl, you did that!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Jordan!

[@amybeatty5526]

That’s SO f*cking cool. It looks SO good. Your brain/mind’s-eye is amazing! Love it, love you: love you’re jumping for joy!! Too cute.

[@zanesutherland406]

So badass! I re-plumbed the camper I live in 2021 when I couldn’t get anyone to come out and redo it. After learning on KZbin, getting a PEX kit on Amazon as well as some fitting at the hardware store, I redid all the camper lines by myself! It was so satisfying and empowering to fix something big like that! And now I have the confidence that I can do it again whatever my next home will be. I am currently turning 2 sheds into rentals so I’ll be putting my plumbing skills to the test again.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Love this!

[@jimbetzing3587]

Ha!! Rachel Metz, plumber, Electrician, carpenter , the list goes on! I love it!!❤😊

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Trying!

[@bloodramen]

I'm so genuinely obsessed with all the texture you've been using since the move, it reminds me of all the things that made farmhouse cool, except what you're doing is so fresh & interesting & new. its not totally rustic, but it doesn't shy away from natural textures at all. I love it

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! I love texture.

[@charlottehall5191]

Man, what can you not do! You're amazing! Plumbing, welding, building, designing 😮love, love epoxy countertop!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Wow, thanks!

[@shaunbrady5703]

I love the top loader dishwasher you always do incredible stuff and your not afraid to tackle it people can learn alot from your vids and it will give them confidence to try something. You see something wrong and fix it very rare in alot of gens millenials be killing it

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate that.

[@amandaaugust4803]

The scene with your dog is the cutest moment. ❤😊

[@tashaburns3160]

I love how you congratulate yourself!!! You did and awesome job young lady❤!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for watching!

[@stacywatters9106]

First of all I luv luv luv to watch all your videos that feature nothing but GIRL POWER! Second, I saw this two-in-one sink and dishwasher and to watch u pull it off in this video I am even more excited to use this appliance. Thanks for making each video exciting to watch. I especially love how you express self gratification. Keep up the good work and I’m excited to see when this whole trailer is completely done and you incorporate ur baddass decor!

[@danadz2383]

Bravo! “Who’s a plumber?!” That is you!! 👏🏻💪🏻👍🏻💞

[@lechatbotte.]

I’m going to re plumb my whole house in pex this will prevent future problems also fewer joints and possible areas to leak. I’ve been quoted a price a whole lot cheaper than what you were and not much more than you spent. I’m so excited. I love watching you do this reno it’s so fun to see your triumphs large and small. You go girl in case you’re planning more countertop epoxy work amazon sells epoxy resin tape it’s worth it I just used it on my top for my coffee bar.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for being here xx.

[@virginiatolles1664]

You're not just artistic; you're mechanical, as well. Wow!

[@Cornerstanding]

I love this! That dish washer just sounds so 😍🤩😍 perfect!!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's so good!

[@kellyfields3061]

I love the way your brain works, the sink isnt perfect but that's whats it perfect. I'm someone that loves dual purpose furniture that is stylish so I love the sink.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰

[@mareeannehutchings945]

Thanks 😊 this has helped me alot, as I was quoted $3000 for the sink/bench unit for a kitchen project and was thinking there must be another way! 🎉

[@carlyborror]

I have *never* seen a top-loading dishwasher. Obsessed with it + you. Amazing job, as always!

[@mcoffroadinaz4075]

It's pretty perfect. Use magnets to hold the front door magically in place.

[@JennaMcCallister]

You learned it, you did it, you made others feel like they can too! In Rachel we trust. 💜

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥹🫶🏼.

[@heidi.a.thomson]

Wow! Love that sink dishwasher! Very cool. As always, you astound us with your creative brain. XO If you want a change down the line, the legs for the cabinet can be carved in some creative way to not appear too bulky.

[@jordanalexandra17]

This is AMAZING!! I live in an RV and when I tell you that sink dishwasher combo would save my life, I mean it!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's so handy!

[@jennycorral8690]

I saw this sink /dishwasher awhile back. Genius product for small kitchens. Great build on the sink for the tiny kitchen. Can'twait to see more.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@avivalore]

So I hear you're the best plumber in Joshua Tree 😁 Seriously, hats off! I needed my kitchen relocated, but all I did was get my Dad to do it for me - I didn't even think of attempting it. The sink is gorgeous by the way, love the rustic/lived in style of it. It looks like it has history, and those are my favourite kind of pieces.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@finolaharvey8905]

...always grafting..and we're here for it 🎉

[@acookies2541]

I love maximalism ❤❤. This turned out so good I’m in love with the style

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@lindacsmith13]

OMG - congratulations. I'm very impressed. And I love how your dog hugs you.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much! Also Blaze is the best.

[@ZeeWatcher1000]

This woman is crazy but she's skilled and persistent. Kudos

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha thank you.

[@MyWayofEverything]

That window sill is incredible. I can’t believe I’m so obsessed with such a little detail. Lol.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Right?!

[@dysce.slyce.]

the high gloss counter top is giving

[@tanyawhite9981]

Rachel! the sink door handle is great. a trowl would work too! thanks for the idea, you're so clever!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Appreciate you xx.

[@sambradley3179]

I LOVE the cabinet you made!! The epoxy top looks soooo good with the top of the dishwasher

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@margoburns9085]

I love the color of that wall with the green of the plants. Great job, you rock!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mayraraza9680]

Not you saying “No Noooooo” and me freacking out trying to figure out what happened, when it’s just your way of celebrating 😂 I love this video!! Great job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🤭

[@lindaflotte5219]

I love it !! I luv it!! 👁❤it!! 😍🫶👏!! Ms. Metz your a BAD ASS!! AWESOME JOB 👌 👏 🎉

[@je1982]

Wow it’s so cool and I wish that I could run my hands on the sink counter top. It looks soooo smooth and shiny

[@Siansonea]

I'm so impressed that you tackled the plumbing, and that it all worked out. Great job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@TBYRDLEW]

Okay this sink/dishwasher would be epic for an RV build

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Right?

[@Cooqquu]

oh heck yes to the STICKER PULL!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Right?

[@zayneb3]

i just love seeing you express that surge of happiness when u finish smt 🥰 so looooovely seeing you feel accomplished 🥰 That sink+dishwasher had me flabbergasted😳😮soooo cool i looooove it ❤

[@MsTAAlex]

Rach, you go girl! You can do all the things. Fantastic.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Yes! Thank you!

[@beccaleigh77]

A “trust the process” moment 🎉❤

[@elzacreatif7511]

It's good to see you back, Rachel.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

It's good to be back.

[@michygoss7148]

Wicked job Rach!! You did it!! 🥳

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!! 😁

[@Dekn33s]

I’ve been following for I think 4-5 years and I’m overjoyed to see you so damn happy! It looks incredible a win is a win!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah it took a bit but we're back baby!

[@MonicaGonzalez-ib4ti]

Woooohoooo! You better WERK diva!🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@lilykgamble173]

This is beyond AMAZING Rachel 😄

[@amberfrazier575]

I would have looked for used cabinets on FB market place or the re- store and build white tinted cement counters. But build the counter! Dang girl ! I would not have the guts! Good job!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@fionamclaughlin5513]

the dog acting like a baby might be the cutest thing i’ve ever seen 🥹

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's such a baby.

[@lithigos]

Definitely had to trust the process but once we got there it just somehow worked! So cute! As someone who has done a lot of epoxy I gotta say the counter turned out really good.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@Tantejuju65]

Lovely episode...fails are just part of the learning process. Good for you for doing a "redo! "

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

So true!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

So freakin cool Raaaachelle!!!! Whoever pops off at da mouth before a video is finished second guessing what you're doing obviously doesn't understand the insanity that's going on in your brain till da end!! I think the tile will be fine. Not like grown adults will be splashing water out of the sink every second of the day. Hoping all is well SuperCat, Dirty Jersey out!!!

[@cathytarapacz]

it looks great maks me think about more texture in my tiny house

[@cynthia425]

You did a great job! That dishwasher is the ish!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!! 😊

[@garywright4495]

Sooooo F-in Good Rachel!🤗

[@alemarie239]

So proud of you Shero.🎉🎉🎉

[@rachelm3142]

I love love love the cook books at the end of the bench!!! Very cool idea.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Glad you like them!

[@msinningn]

It’s better than perfect, it’s amazing!!!!!!!!

[@cnovalles73]

I'm LOVING the happy energy I'm seeing in you. You move like a weight has been lifted and it really shows - not just in your body language but even in your work. Great video Rachel and good for you!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you! 👏

[@LaverneLovatt]

I love how you are rocking the happy face safety shoes.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Always!

[@ZuriDsWellness]

Sis, U did tht... yeah u did. Oook Now! Keep kicking Ass.. w/ur badself. ❤🎉👍🏽🦋👏🏽🙌🏾👌🏾🏆

[@melissabrey8498]

I live in NYC and couldn't hang a shelf if my life depended on it, but your vids give me hope that maybe one day I could learn to. Thank you for your inspiration, authenticity and taking us along on your journey of life. xo

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You can do it!

[@theburrowhomestead]

Crushed it! 💪💪💪 That 2 in one is fantastic! I may have to design my 1973 Winnebago remodel around that!

[@wood_brain]

Dude you killed it!!! Plumber Metz in the house! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Ntsmith4]

Bout to call you Mario Mario! She’s a super plumber baby!!!

[@ihesharema]

YASSSSSS you better add PLUMBER to the resume 🎉. Such a bada$$ Rachel

[@TheMerchants]

I love how you’re finding pride in yourself again. 🫶🏼💜💜💜

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Me too xx.

[@patrickperson1252]

c est superbe Rachel j adore le bois et votre style félicitations et merci de les faires partager patrick

[@nicolekruse9656]

I’m obsessed.

[@dawnwhite6062]

You never cease to amaze me! Lady, you rock. X

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼.

[@gerihenry2261]

Absolutely beautiful, girl! Kickass job! Just wow!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!!

[@elenamandalena48]

Bravo Rachel!

[@terrypierce1661]

Love that counter

[@lafinitryder]

11:47 FLEX GIRL! ❤

[@LuxurCr3Tv]

The counter top 😮loveeeee

[@joycerestiano587]

So adorable. You rock.

[@kailamitchell9108]

You are such an inspiration! Love that you have fellow wild women that you can so genuinely share the excitement of your successes with 💛

[@MariaChelidoni]

Sweet!!! All of it!

[@sharonclarke8683]

Omg girl who wants perfect it's stunning,you should give yourself a bloody big pat on the back❤❤

[@vicksoth]

RACHEL YOU BAD ASS!!!!!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL OF IT!!!! Every choice you make is honestly the most amazing thing ever!!! PLEASE consider helping me build a home at some point!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@soph5678]

This is unreal I hope you are so proud of yourself xxxx beautiful

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@deannalawson268]

Rachel, you should definitely be proud of what you've accomplished! I'm happy for you!!! Keep going, girlfriend!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you

[@therunawaycamper]

That whole project was just absolutely over-the-top awesome and that epoxy on top is phenomenal

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you very much!

[@emmap.6795]

At first, seeing the tiles, the glass effect, the dishwasher, rope, trim, different woods, honestly I thought you went crazy 😂 And then you added the cabinet door and the decor and it blew. my. mind!!! It all came together in perfect harmony, and I understood your vision. This is absolutely stunning. You're a genius Rachel, congrats on this trailer becoming a true wonder!! I can't wait to see what's next! 🌸🌹🌼🌻🌷

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you!

[@GymGirl88]

I'm so pleased and impressed with this!! Makes me think I could do it too 😅