Processing CHATEAU trees into YURT firewood.

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[@ellenmadsen7308]

That log splitter is soooooo cool. I’m jealous.

[@irishwoman3975]

Nick has some really useful machinery, but this log cutting and splitting machine is the coolest. Saves hours of backbreaking work.

[@petegibson863]

Here in Australia , you would be charged thousands of Euros for that amount of firewood ! Fantastic mates you have Dan .

[@barblallier9413]

This machine is epic! We have a lot of wood burners here in Pennsylvania, but I never saw a splitter like this before! 🎉 You guys are Killin it there!

[@elisabethbenders-hyde5286]

This machine will come in handy at De Chateau La Lande too. Wow! My husband always cut the wood too long and it wouldn't fit in the stove. My question, who's going to stack it all? 'Cause I can tell you, it's a bitch to go out there in winter and try to pull that wood out, all wet and not wanting to burn. Been there, done that.

[@gordonnadolni]

I wonder is it Nicks or is it From Dans company that is supplying all of the stuff he needs and if so I wonder if Dan will share it witih La Land .

[@privatepilot4064]

Yep, been there, done that. The backbreaking part. 🤣

[@sindysimms4001]

Dan when the chateau is lived in, you should nickname the tower, The Crow's Nest.

[@kindlydude]

Excellent idea ...always remembering its origin. I think sailors' wives would go up to a "crow's nest" on top of their houses in Boston to look out over the bay ^ and see if their husbands' ships had come in ...before electricity & phones, etc.

[@hildaovalle5916]

You have become "deservedly " the most famous chateau owner right now. Always giving us the best thrilling moments and best camera angles and work. 😊

[@deannayoung5311]

I agree 👍😁

[@dt8118]

I agree. And most difficult chateau to renovate, let’s not forget 😅

[@stop_and_smell_the_roses]

At first I wondered why so many angles of Dan's butt as he's walking away. Now I just go with it. 😊

[@CathyMiller0711]

That Nick! What would you do without him? He has all the equipment and all the knowledge. So glad he's there on your team.

[@gordonnadolni]

I think they are helping each other . These are Brand new Machines . I think that Log cutter is really Dan's .

[@Chateaulady]

​@@gordonnadolniNick responded in a previous comment that it is his

[@totallydomestic433]

I like Nick’s new toy! Very handy for zero waste. I have to say, Nick has quite a nice collection of toys. Always a joy to see them at work at the chateau.

[@ceebee8897]

It is very cool. He has been using this over at Chateau de Lalande (Chateau Diaries) for several years where they have a huge wood shed.

[@BikerBradM]

Amazing work, Dan! I think by far your channel is one of the best things on KZbin. Everyone needs to give you a thumbs up and a follow.

[@williamsnyder1205]

Yes indeed, big thumbs up !!😊

[@monicateeling810]

First the tent, now a yurt and next a chateau. ✅✅✅✅✅ FANTASTIC RECYCLING OF THE WOOD ✅✅✅✅✅

[@LordBurberryGB]

Nick has all the fun BOY TOYS , you will need to start heating the Yurt otherwise your mattress will start getting damp and the new leather sofa will start to mold 😞. Things are moving so fast at the moment and fixing the top walls will be epic as it won't be long before the first roof goes up and it's not even September yet !!! WELL DONE DAN !!!

[@thomasherrin6798]

It will still be a slog to finish the roof before Winter sets in, it's a pity that all the window lintels need replacing, it will take about three or four weeks to get the structure up to roof level, but sorting out the roof sections was always going to be the time consuming part and at least he's getting there, hopefully he will not have to many "interruptions", I wonder if he's going for a temporary or permanent roof, most probably temporary for now!?!

[@monteschiavo]

@@thomasherrin6798 do you know the roof of a castle? do you know how difficult and different from a normal roof it is? A roof of a castle needs a specialist, do you have never seen one? Roof and attic?

[@Ragnar8504]

@@mlaiuppa It could be done though, as the rafters used to run parallel to that main wall with the fireplaces, so extending the roof framing over the central hallway later wouldn't require any splicing. Just let the sarking and membrane overhang the last rafter and cut back once the next rafters go in. I think the section could even be slated without too much hassle. It's not uncommon to do large roofs in sections, like Château de Purnon. Only the chimneys would have to be fixed to above roof level before that could happen because the mansard roof runs into them. Of course just doing a shed roof bolting a wall plate to that fireplace wall and running rafters to the outside wall would be faster and easier but it's work that will have to be done over in the foreseeable future.

[@janice8948]

Who wants a tour of inside the 🛖 yurt ?

[@jeanettedickinson3446]

@@janice8948 oh I thought id have missed it Dan said he would show us round

[@poulaivens5651]

Nice work today. If the raven returns, you should make friends with it. Ravens remember human faces. Pretty smart birds.

[@donnaschmink1801]

I have a flock of them. They know me. I feed them corn in the winter. They bring their young birds for me to see this time of year. They are a sign of good fortune!

[@deborahmarion9038]

Dan just might have pissed that raven off by throwing the nest out the window. I was hoping he was going to save it, that nest was pretty cool! 🪹 🪺

[@donnaschmink1801]

@@deborahmarion9038 Maybe not. They make several nest. Always interesting stuff in them. People also buy them. Couldn't believe he threw it out the window!!!

[@Tomhohenadel]

Will be nice to see the next floor going up. Big steps from here. Congrats Dan, nice to have Nick and Cameron helping.

[@milan9261]

Never imagined I would be a fan of a KZbin channel. First and only channel I subscribed to and probably ever will. Love the positive vibe, the work ethic, just about everything. I assume you are proud of yourself Dan, and if not: all these comments on YT will prove you that you should! Greetings from Holland. I wonder, will there ever be a Q&A?

[@SylviaSchenkelsvan57]

die komt vast wel een keer!

[@totaux852]

Ja, natuurlijk

[@terrigray6044]

I doubt he has the time for a Q&A at this time.

[@DuchessOfFlamingos]

Yes, the most important and difficult part of the project is coming up…prepping the top for last beams to get a roof on…..BE VERY SAFE at this point!

[@gordonnadolni]

Dan said he is going to have to build up alot of that top . I would say at least 2,500 Bricks .

[@FredPerps]

Especially if he took the vaccine, lots of people dying suddenly from heart conditions

[@Grumpyoldman-c7e]

Nick is the coolest

[@marvincarter870]

Making progress now Dan got his tent down, Nick and Cameron are chopping the old trees into firewood for the winter, and Dan got the old steel beams down with the new lift! Looking good!

[@maureenmcw]

Hello from New Zealand. I've been watching your channel since the very early days. Can't tell you how proud I am of all your efforts and the wonderful help you have found in Nick and other friends. The work is an inspiration. Thank you so much. Stay well and we hold the vision with you.

[@wendydennis9127]

Move out crows,the phoenix is moving up! That beam removal was so simple compared to previous ones! Bravo 👏👏 The new stage of building is going to be exciting! How time saving was the log cutter and splitter!

[@susanaleonard5953]

Don't worry about the birds, they have many options with all that land out there with plenty of trees.

[@jbrieu]

One more thing this channel is doing: satisfying firewood making. The gift that keeps on giving :)

[@wendymorrison5803]

The firewood making, the hanging gardens removed, the old steel off to recycling, the fire debris to a car parking area, so many good, responsible decisions.

[@markschattefor6997]

They skipped one part of getting warm while making firewood.

[@noemie1253]

Hi Dan , Can you introduce your dogs ? And are you going to do a yourte tour ? Thanks 😊

[@stephjezo6470]

Not much to a yurt. He has a mattress of some sort and a couch for now. Building is just a nice round tent. Maybe once he gets more in it he will. Then again, he may want to keep it his personal space for now.

[@donnaschmink1801]

I agree. Give him some space! @@stephjezo6470

[@greatgame6217]

Wow Dan you have some coolest game changer machines. Thats making your videos more interesting. I don't boring to seeing your videos again and more again. Good luck for you and your team.

[@julieduchek2969]

That bird nest was incredible! WOW, I bet your little boys would love the nest.😊

[@dianalyman5950]

My thoughts exactly 💯 what a beautiful treasure ❤️

[@gordonnadolni]

Your right they surely would .

[@joymichels]

I was thinking the nest would be a good learning opportunity for your boys. Perhaps even something to share with their classmates?

[@maryannaarnold3817]

Dan, thank you for filming Nick using his new wood cutting and splitting machine! WOW!

[@deannamack2199]

Wow! You 3 men are incredible working machines! L👀king fantastic all around the chateau! 😊

[@miperso]

Nick is so important in that project... his knowledge, equipment and overall "can do attitude" is worth a lot. You're lucky Dan to have someone like Nick to help you

[@lomalinke5042]

This is the best machine I've ever seen! I would be happy for the rest of my life if someone let me work this thing 8 days a week. So cool! I could've watched it for HOURS!

[@a.j.935]

Best chateau vlog on KZbin! Very cool, Nick…splitting the wood. Thank you, Dan.

[@amberroberson883]

I cant believe we are almost to the top of the Chateau! Amazing work!

[@gordonnadolni]

What about that Eagle type nest . The neighbors say it is a Giant Crow . No I'd like to see that . I remember the Bee's and now it;s the Birds . Well we are learning all about the " Birds and the Bee's " !

[@MamaVee50]

Giant “crows” are frequently ravens! They are massive and can hunt cooperatively. We have a family of them living behind us and they kick up a ruckus calling to each other when my little dog goes into the back yard. Keep an eye on your little pal. ❤

[@donnaschmink1801]

They don't hunt dogs or cats. They will eat dead stuff. They are simply vocalizing to the dog and to one another. They are more intelligent than some folks!

[@theghost6412]

Dan put a plastic skin over that second story floor once you got it all in. It will give you cover beneath on the first floor for a huge amount of undercover workspace and any water that lands on top will be redirected down the sides to the basement below. That will give you lots of extra time to get sorted inside while you repair all the walls, windows and doors and slowly build the third floor. (I didnt realise till you pointed it out just how much work you need to do to stabilise the tops of the walls and second story windows) As it stands right now all that water is just coming down in a shower between the boards and you don't have any undercover area to store long lengths of boards or even the bags of cement and lime.

[@Si.Spence]

A day without Dan is like a day without sunshine! Keep up the great work Dan...love your channel.

[@davidreid8835]

I was glad to hear the conversation about making sure your firewood is thoroughly dry before you burn it. That minimizes creosote buildup and maximizes the BTUs that the combustion will produce.

[@carolewilliams5089]

Its so good to see the project working to the future, not only chateau renovation but the woodland and future needs. My daily dose of positivity.

[@oddweed]

I just binged watched for four days to get caught up with the progress. I love watching the work being done by Dan and all the other guys. I love Nick he is very knowledgeable in things, he makes a great asset to the build. Looking for the next one. Peace and love to all.

[@larryvilledude9415]

Dan, I've got to admit that I really like the shirts off segments!

[@ZanGypsyQueen]

So rewarding to finally see the twisted mess of beams coming down. Forward hooo. Thanks for sharing this journey with us. Lumber clean up is coming along nicely.

[@gerryhartung736]

Back in the very olden days....they would build the Chateau (castle) next to the ruins of an older castle.....or.....build a quasi ruin next to the new castle......Dan comes along and one ups the ancients.......rebuilds the ruin! Dan the Man....with his HOMEPLAN!

[@rainbocatz6376]

So Nick brought a log cutter/splitter. We had one, a Very useful piece of equipment! And necessary in Nicks line of work!

[@staceyhogg7664]

You,Nick and Cameron really are dream team !! everything's comming along so quick and Nicks saw mill is genius.

[@dbwhab4150]

love how we all can experience whatever those beams experience while falling off the second floor :D

[@jimcarlisle2309]

Great wood chipper and that crank lift is a life saver!

[@ruthwuebbeling9584]

Hello Dan! I am so fascinated by all the processes of rebuilding a chateau and so are more than a quarter of a million others. I have to say there is something about your story that is very unique. Maybe one day they will write a book about your journey. Take care!

[@homeemail2306]

BBC Channel 4(?) was doing filiming late spring/early summer 2023. Dan said they were doing a documentary on the chateau rebuild/restoration...also said it would be shown in a couple of months, which would be about now. Anyone heard/seen any British documentary about Dan & chateau?

[@williamjamison5010]

Another day, another step closer to getting a section of roof on . Every day better than the last.

[@HollyRose1529]

You should make a fire pit out of the old I beams. Great job as always, Dan! You’ve come so far!! Thank you Nick x Camron, Dan is blessed to have you both!

[@peterwhite9261]

I love Nick's tank top. The Logfather. Awesome. That is him to a tee! 😂 It is like being at a circus watching you all. High flying and low flying acts of bravery. ❤

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Dan- you need to be a motivational speaker- I don’t know any one else that stays as motivated as you- no task takes you down. You really inspire me.

[@norwegiangadgetman]

Please, no. Motivational speaker is practically the same as 'has been'. Those who can, does, those who can't, teach...

[@angelahoddinott6998]

The puppies!!! Cuteness overload! With all of that lovely split firewood you're gonna need a wood shed to keep it all nice and dry.

[@tinathene]

Winter fuel sorted ☑️ and about ready to go to town on the top o the chateau! Hope Nick n Cameron can continue to help🇬🇧😅❤🎉

[@Liza03V]

Nick and his machinery are a gem for this chateau. He totaly deserves to have his name up somewhere in the woods. This new toy is impressive how it cuts the wood. Never saw it before. Dan you are making progress like hell. ❤❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏👏

[@Liza03V]

@@mlaiuppa Thank u. Impressive machinery. Glad that Nick is investing and serves all his clients with his expertise and capabilities.

[@alenkavalher8186]

oh, i have never seen this type of firewood making machine. Nick and Cameron, you are full of pleasant surprises.

[@connieernst4016]

I hope you make Nick and Cameron a room in your château cause they have really worked very hard helping you it’s been a joy watching all three of you

[@blacksiddha]

Ive only just noticed that you have my favourite quote tattooed on you... Mine is in from of me on my desk. You can't beat MLK

[@kathleenclark5877]

YESSS! Nick and Cameron will be there tomorrah! Best news ever! We all fear for your continued health, Dan. Plus, with help things will be moving along at double speed!

[@bgarrah3886]

Now that you’re at the very top level, we can actually imagine the installation of the future roof structure which will prevent rain damage to all your hard work so far. Very exciting 👍🏻🤞🏻👏🏻

[@marielvanhees9531]

Nick is wearing an awesome shirt!! The Logfather. He should have his own TV show. Classic!😂 With a longer beard he should be promoted to Log Wizard!

[@janetwhitney233]

Three Manly Men and their hard labor is thrilling to watch. Thanks guys.

[@MamaK65]

A log splitter. We rent one every year after buying log rounds from the forestry to use in our wood burners during the winter. So much easier. 😂 you definitely have enough fire wood.

[@diannehardwick950]

It’s good to know you are going to be warm in winter. I’ve lived with log burners and we had to split by hand🙁.

[@stephjezo6470]

That is a cutter and a splitter in one. Plus it feeds into the truck for dumping. So much more!

[@MamaK65]

@stephjezo6470 Unfortunately, I don't have trees on my property that I can cut down. I have to purchase rounds to split. It would be very nice to have an all-in one like that if I did.

[@joaquinavargas5490]

Nick you are AWSOME!! You have the coolest heavy equipment!

[@christophemeathrel2784]

Just loving the progress y’all making. All those involved are learning more to their arsenal. Dogs are barking ruff, roof, ruuf, roof. 👍🇫🇷🍷🇬🇧🐾🐾🐾🐾

[@gordonnadolni]

Thats funny . It looks like Dan is got some new Dogs .

[@kristinewatson3702]

I grew up chopping and stacking firewood. That machine is bloody brilliant!

[@jeanniehall1440]

Another great piece of equipment that can help him to work smarter ..

[@juliemix3373]

Dan, you have the best friends. Nick and Cameron are invaluable in helping get this Chateaux up and running. I really am glad you have the red lifter. What a game changer. The new log cutter and splitter is fantastic. Cheers

[@williammuncy3234]

Dan you should be able to remove the handle on that lift and use your electric drill its a game changer makes the lift a lot nicer to use.

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

That lift is a game changer. Old beams down and out. Lift is a game changer. Tent dismantled. Firewood production. Great day!

[@sarahdavis-bennett8043]

That’s th coolest machine ever for splitting logs!!!!!

[@caromc5542]

Wow Dan, Nick and Cameron, great progress, can’t wait for the next phase. Your new pups are adorable. 😊

[@louettahuddleson7194]

👋🏻See ya tomorrow Dan 👋🏻 That’s a slick new toy Nick has there! Brilliant!

[@maverickflint1991]

That lift does help a lot to support the beam.👍

[@rostallar4243]

Now here’s an arbourist to have on your side. He really knows his job, & I like the way he doesn’t waste anything.

[@user-mx6yh1xs4s]

Keep up momentum gentlemen! And your famous for your dedication, commitment and more!

[@bernadettewatts3975]

The Logfather brought a tool you couldn’t refuse!! Excellent progress all around. That will be some good logs when dried and the next build phase - like the previous ones- will be interesting to watch. Well done gentlemen!!

[@Ragnar8504]

Logfather? Is that a quote from one of Nick's T-shirts? Definitely sounds like something he'd wear!

[@patriciaatkinson2435]

Phenominal growth in viewers and subscribers, Dan. And why not. Clever machines and clever, manly men, that's why. 🎉

[@jennienguyen6749]

Nick has some cool machines I must say.

[@sallyflavell6221]

The ravens nest was a good omen i think. Smart industrious birds, a lot like you Dan with your merry troup of workers beavering away! 😅Amazing job with that wood splitter!!

[@annalizevanderwalt7579]

Nick has got quite a collection of these very interesting machines

[@pamelas9]

I have seen a lot of firewood processing on YT, but Nick's contraption was new to me. Absolutely awesome.

[@alleyoop1234]

I really like the firewood processor machine! I go through about 9 cords a year, but most of what I bring home is Douglas Fir, up to 3ft diameter at the base here in south eastern British Columbia, Canada

[@consideredwhisper]

Sunny day at last. Nice to see. There are some interesting gadgets coming into operation this week, Dan. Great work as ever.

[@valeriejohnson5283]

Hi Dan, You and Nick both have nifty new tools or what I refer to as big boy toys! They make life more easy on a job site. It looks like you'll have plenty of firewood for next winter. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! 🍺😎🍺

[@stevedavis9742]

So happy for you! Good to see Nick and Cameron. Liz

[@maverickflint1991]

Looks like the second floor is almost done where you can walk around on it 😊👍

[@seaduster8347]

I would love an introduction to the new pups.

[@СветланаЯкушева-э2е]

Представляешь, сколько дров, хватит на З зимы. Это круто. Какие же вы молодцы, мальчики. 😊🧚‍♂️

[@nativetexson]

Nick's new toy for cutting firewood is terrific!

[@carolfaberpeake857]

Wow that’s some handy piece of firewood cutting equipment! And wow on removing the beam unlike before dangerously!! 🎉 Ready for some serious rebuilding! 🎉

[@TheKruizr]

A HUGE improvement in the I-beam removal game! 😊👍

[@fredericcolombier5380]

It is certainly the nest of a Magpie, I have some at home in the south of France , they make exactly the same =) The work you do is simply incredible, I repeat myself, but it's a pleasure to see , even if it's "foreigners" , our heritage restored =)

[@perlitacardenas8067]

Nick's wood splitting machine is so cool!

[@divaden47]

What an amazing array of machinery!! Certainly making the Team Dan's life a whole lot easier! 👍👍👍

[@aprilninthr2886]

So glad you discovered that “lifter thing”. Just watching Nick create the wood pile is so satisfying! Tomorrow…

[@nualarosth8448]

O Nick, you’re machine is fantastic, lots of fire wood 🪵

[@philpoulin479]

So glad you have a machine doing the heavy lifting for you. Awesome.

[@wandabellamy5241]

Glad the dogs stay away from the stuff coming out of the windows. Great job Dan, Nick & Cameron

[@lisarobertson7011]

Dan - your boys will love that crow's nest! Make sure you show them :) Great progress as always.

[@paulcruse]

That’s a lot of firewood! But I can’t believe how long you’ve got to wait for it!

[@MeanOlNana]

Now THAT is an industrial log splitter. I could use that!! Save some mid sized round ones they will burn longer at night so u don’t need to get up n reload as often overnight. 😉

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

That lift is brilliant, so pleased you have it .⭐️👏👏👏

[@icandivideos5743]

Ooh so a fireplace is in store for the yurt, cool! I love how you are creating all the bits of the chateau and grounds like you are painting a canvas. It is amazing to watch. Everyday you have more subs and you absolutely deserve it! 💪👏👏👏

[@reladie]

You need orange pants to help stack wood.

[@rosewright6272]

Loved that machine Nick came with. Wow. Dan that roof is getting closer. I know you can’t wait. Well ok I can’t either.

[@sgtiner1163]

One man, a steel beam and nothing broken. Dan's a marvel!

[@bmhollie]

Your giant crow is a Raven! What a beautiful bird to have on your land. So keep your eyes peeled, he'll be around somewhere, building a house too.