SIMPLE TIPS & TRICKS FOR BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, and MORE!!!

[@calvinhullum6931]

I’m glad this channel is a thing because I love seeing the guys goof around and it’s more of a “you CAN do it yourself” kinda vibe

[@MikeHarris1984]

I think their name should be different than "Stud Pack 2" maybe call it something like"Stud Overstock" or "Saw Dust" "Timber Team" "Frame Pack" "Sheet & Studs" "Studpack Renovations" "Renovate with Studs" Studpack Transforms". ...yes, I used ChatGPT for suggestions. Lol

[@NINEx7x]

@@MikeHarris1984 All of those suggestions are so bad lmao.

[@cheta.2936]

I love this new channel. Not only is it less “rehearsed “ and fun but it provides more Stud Pack content.

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

"that's why it's called wood" "what?" "I wish it WOOD match"🤣🤣🤣 .....makes sense though

[@LifeOfMohammed]

It's actually so nice to see Jordan involved as he is always behind the camera!

[@susanwestbrook1356]

Love seeing more of Jordan and Rad. Paul, you're just a great teacher.

[@jonw3550]

That’s why I love watching Paul and how he thinks. I would never have thought of flipping the 2nd outlet.

[@davidrowe5822]

Yeah, I agree. I wasn't sure what his reasoning would be, however when he explained that it is to allow an appliance cord to plug down or up, depending on its configuration, it made total sense. FWIW: NEC guidelines discuss duplex orientation as a personal preference and does not require a specific orientation when it comes to the installation of a duplex. For decades, the 'Standard' example has been set so the ground interface is at the bottom. This method has been the preferred default method for the sake of consistency, however it is NOT required. Some electricians would argue that having the ground on the top is safer in the event an object falls on a grounded plug, exposing the ground conductor. I get that and it makes a lot of sense. However, to me: I think consistency is an important safety factor as well. Ever plug something into a duplex outlet in the dark? Anyhow. Great video as always. Hey since when did Jordan develop that silver patch on his head?

[@codycoleman7604]

Man..Loving this vibe. Having both channels is a must at this point. Love the more professional vibe of the first channel and the laid back vibe of this one. Excellent. And twice the videos?! Sign me up, boi!

[@unikornkontroller]

The cracking seams comment is brilliant. I never really thought about acclimating the space while working on it...harder to do but not impossible if you plan accordingly.

[@Drakoman07]

I literally had to pause the video at that moment. I’ve always heard people (like Matt Risinger) talk about acclimating lumber and now I finally really get it. I’m so glad the guys decided to do this second channel

[@koppecreative]

my experience is also that the CA glue method, while quick, does not hold up long term to any kind of shifting or shrinkage of material. CA glue is too brittle. I've been testing PUR glue like what Spencer Lewis at Insider Carpentry does. The PUR will break the joint if stressed without time to fully cure and seems like it has a hard time if the joining faces are too smooth. been trying to find the way that is faster than woodglue, but more flexible than CA glue.

[@davidrowe5822]

I agree with you. This is why flooring manufacturers insist that when installing wood products, one MUST acclimate them inside for a few days before installing them and to do so at the normal temp/humidity for the room(s).

[@u8qu1tis]

I saved so much money not just on gas, but on maintenance as well, with my battery powered lawn mower.

[@q1joe]

And most of the time, you just grab it and go…

[@thezfunk]

Agree with you guys, I'll never go back.

[@whattheschmidt]

And it's quieter and you don't breath in those fumes....win win win.

[@trizedlyza]

I put my chargers on a Wi-Fi outlet and tell Alexa to charge “turn on blue battery charger for 25 mins” when done mowing, whatever keeps them around 50% (best for Lithium to not store above 60%). Then when I know I’m going to mow I charge for another 30 mins and the batteries are ready to go. Same for my snowblower, keep at 50% until it snows. So much nicer than gas for noise.

[@whattheschmidt]

@trizedlyza nice - I leave mine around 30-60 and charge just before using. I keep the batteries inside too, the garage would be too cold and too hot many times during the year.

[@Clay_333]

I hope Jordan realizes how lucky he is to have a dad like you. It allows him to have an incredibly nice garage and eventually a new house thanks to you. I am also lucky to have a great dad. He is not a builder, but he was able to buy a repo house after the 2008 crash at an incredible price for me. I paid a "mortgage" directly to him instead of having to deal with a bank. I now own house outright at 35. I paid $42k and now have a house worth over $200k. If it wasn't for him giving me this opportunity I would either still be renting or paying an expensive mortgage well into my 40s, possibly 50s. I am very thankful for the opportunity.

[@CheesusCheesusChrist]

I appreciate the candor of the no-reveal windows. It doesn't come off as regret, but "this didn't come out quite as awesome as we were expecting". As a viewer, I find this kind of follow up invaluable to this project which has had a lot of "looks cool, let's try it" ideas. I hope there's an extensive post-mortem video(s) planned to review how amazing and how not-so-amazing these ideas went after execution, especially in regards to the litmus test question: "Will we do this in the house?"

[@davidrowe5822]

I agree. This is what I have ALWAYS loved about this channel. The brutal honesty that comes out when things go wrong. Paul rules the roost when it comes to showing his son and son-in-law (and us!) how to deal with situations when they don't always go as planned. When the shower wall tile install went wrong, Paul showed great composure and exposed the shoddy work in a way that did not demoralize the Stud Pack. What did you think about his reaction to when Jordan exclaimed "Augh these cracks in the trim keep coming back!" Cool and calm, he reminded his son that they installed the trim BEFORE the AC was activated and thusly, it dried out the trim pieces. Smart!

[@twistedsphere]

Solid tip on the ribbed vs. smooth sides of the lamp cord. Thanks, Paul!

[@Esiddik]

0:30 🤣🤣🤣🤣😂 the calculus trigonometry on the cardboard 👌🏽👌🏽 that was funny

[@johnscott2076]

They even threw in a venn diagram for Kamala Harris😂

[@shane.neal1]

LMAO the way Paul looks at Rad when he starts talking about his battery mower

[@notseb]

I used a chorded electric lawn mower for years. Once I got used to it and got my pattern figured out, it was easy! I only mowed over the chord a few times, but I learned how to splice them real good

[@jamesadams893]

A towel warmer in south Texas, you guys crack me up. That's the fanciest bathroom for someone who will probably only use it for at most a couple of hours a day

[@alexkemel4916]

Don't towel warmers have an option to hardwire them inside the wall (and even if they don't I'm sure the boys can rig something)? Would look better than having a power cord hanging there. Also, the floor heating control panel should be higher. It has a display that is meant to be read. Should be at eye level. Very nicely done bathroom.

[@daxmas625]

That measurement overlay was just great! 😂

[@dolphfren]

Stud Pack video on a friday my weekend has been made

[@michaelblayney9873]

You guys are the best ! Love watching you all, work together !😊

[@michaeldb8477]

The camaraderie and the friendly bro competition has a bit of a 'Linus tech extreme makeover' feel and that's a good thing. That feel, that vibe is enjoyable to watch. It's a chemistry that situation dramas and comedies spend millions to achieve and yet so often fail. I think this is part of what Studpack 2 is supposed to be about.

[@teddybeardesigns]

You should try multiple coats of the stain/finish on the stair treads. The sample looked like it was a pretty thick coat.

[@crystaljackson484]

I was coming here to say this!! ❤

[@Wolfburns]

Aww I have used a corded lawnmower for a decade with my home. I really like it. The one tip that I think worked for me is "Always mow away from the outlet, never towards." I have a 100ft extension cord and have only clipped it a couple times hahaha 😅 I hope the batteries last a long time. Awesome 2nd channel content!

[@RCMServices]

Tip, if you don't want your miters to open up, "crack", use pocket screws, biscuits, or domino's. Add glue and they will never open up.

[@effext1]

I was surprised Paul didn’t whip out his biscuit jointer, especially with the bathroom window casing.

[@decosse01]

I was also going to say 'why no glue on the miters?'

[@RockyHull]

Rad and those flip flops! My inner dad and boss man voice is constantly yelling for him to put on some dadgum shoes.

[@ElijahWilsonsWorld]

seeing Paul get frustrated was awesome..... even though it was only for a second 😋

[@saigashooter]

I am absolutely loving the Stud Pack 2 content, it really reminds me of working with my dad when I was growing up. Great videos, keep em coming!

[@susanwhite1878]

My father was an electrical engineer. So back in the 70s, my sisters and I had to mow our half-acre lot with a corded electric lawn mower. We built our arm muscles "flipping the cord" at the end of each row.

[@fiartruck0125]

I grew up with a corded push mower (early 90s). For so long I never thought there would be another way. I saw people with gas mowers on TV, but - I dunno - it never connected for me until a neighborhood kid on a bike saw me struggling and shouted, "Why don't you get a gas mower, idiot?!" When I was older we did upgrade to a gasoline-powered riding lawnmower. The job was easier, but that thing was *always* breaking down; I don't think our electric mower ever needed repair.

[@914Mike]

@@fiartruck0125 Eactly right. I enherited my dad's old Black & Decker E-mower and used it for 15 years. Bought a new one from Sears (on sale!) just to get some modern features like a collection bag. (That old B&D would shoot rocks 20-30 feet out the side!) I'ts been 20 years with this one with zero maintenance, always starts and runs, cuts great too. Only problem it ever had was probably the reason it was marked down in the first place, which was the circuit breaker on the handle failed. Turns out it was rated only 6 Amps, I measured the actual draw at 8 Amps. Put in a new 10 Amp breaker and it's of to the, er, lawn...

[@chrisosti]

Hey there guys...moving right along! I love the fact you're still using your Azek! I love working with the stuff, especially the fact it will still be here long after we've gone down that Yellow Brick Road! I had a large apartment entrance refit project back in DC, almost 100 entrances, half were two story! Fabricated most everything with Azek, even had the factory reps stop by and do an article for Remodeling magazine! Things are starting up with the second part prep work too! Can't wait to see that start!!! Keep up the great work brothers!!! 😉

[@timmannchicken]

I know you guys picked up a Milwaukee as tool sponsor, but I also appreciate that you guys seem fairly brand agnostic and have a little bit of everything.

[@jeremyzaloum3443]

Jordan you got the gene for sure

[@AlanW]

I'm loving the casual vibe of this channel!

[@mikemarino7806]

The fact that we're getting 2 long form videos a week is highly appreciated. I also like how there's a clear feel between the two channels - the main channel is the real story and "here's what we're trying to accomplish" format. Music, sound FX, edits, etc.... I like how this one is more informal - like "hey guys, came across this situation, thought some of you could find it useful". There's less rhyme or reason - moreso like tidbits and tips/tricks. I think the format separation is a great idea, and I really like it! Good work guys, keep kicking ass

[@1packatak]

Next time Jordan check out a lighted mirror with medicine cabinet from Kohler. The lights are dimmable. It has an outlet in side the medicine cabinet so you can charge an electric toothbrush or razor. Keeps all your stuff organized and off your counter top. Love mine.

[@stevebabiak6997]

Is there some specific model number?

[@1packatak]

@@stevebabiak6997 Verdera lighted medicine cabinet K-99007-TLC-NA. They come in 20, 24 and 40 in width. I got mine on sale at a big box store a year ago.

[@spinkey4842]

should make a "Smart mirror" for that bathroom. looks damn good boys

[@Salmomlox]

Mirror Mirror on the wall....Awesome video

[@notseb]

I used a chorded electric lawn mower for years. Once I got used to it and got my pattern figured out, it was easy! I only mowed over the chord a few times, but I learned how to splice them real good 🤪

[@L-36]

I love seeing how you solve things that didn't go as planned. It helped me a lot in my recent kitchen flooring project.

[@TheBalognaPony]

Heck yeah double the studpack double the fun

[@dawn5227]

It's funny how as Americans you think windows with no trim is modern look, as a brit we have never had trimmed out windows and it's normal to not be trimmed. I'm loving the 2 channels, more great content to watch.

[@margaretbear]

Lol, I used a corded lawn mower on a 1/2 acre for 15 years 😂😂😂. Just like vacuuming 😁. Ran over the cord only once 🤭

[@jeremyzaloum3443]

Wow install trim after AC. Who knew? PAUL KNEW!

[@stephiluttrell3416]

Love your videos.

[@elijahcraig4804]

I had the same experience with staining the stairs to match a floor with a similar color to yours and came up with a good solution. After S-W couldn't match mine either, I went to Lowe's and they let me experiment with their minwax colors. I found two that blended to match the same hues. While it was darker, it was still light enough to blend well because it had the same tones in it. You have to do it on scraps from the treads instead of other products so you know you know how it will look on a tread. You will never get an exact match on a darker wood like red oak, but the darker color with the same tones actually looked better than it would have an exact color match because it gave a nice contrast that didn't clash. And even mixture of Provincial and Classic Gray may also work for you.

[@Eddy_HVAC]

Loving the channel its like hanging out with the boys

[@jonathanbrems1376]

I like this kind of videos reminds me of the early studpack videos 😄

[@philh8829]

Love the trim piece with the X saying Bad installed facing out 🤣

[@MostBasedKing]

Good channel , liking the informative tips … bathroom looks like it should be in Portal

[@willywonka7831]

im loving the second channel. finally Jordan gets more time in front of the camera.

[@HalMaulden]

a little trick on caulking. If you have a surface you don't want caulk on put the bead on the joint and spray the surface you want to stay clean with isopropyl alcohol and then wipe the caul with your finger, It will not stick to the alcohol

[@EyeNTheSky]

The transition piece has grey undertones and if you try a thin out grey stain you will be able to blend the trim and thread. Love the channel !

[@brianhopkins5251]

the electric cord mowers story.............so true hahahahahaahah

[@johntherat339]

Y'all need to do flush transitions on the main house. Looks so much better.

[@alexu49]

Loving the second channel 👍🏾

[@OuryLN]

You mention the GOAT, MR!🥳

[@howardcrane5902]

I bought a corded lawnmower 6 years ago for $20. Still using it today.

[@babigyrl3560]

I love it! Stud Pack x 2!

[@djdalite]

Loving this channel as well, wish you guys were closer and i could lend a hand.

[@The.Real.Reaper]

Glad to see you using modern décor-style receptacles and switches. Awesome. It would be good to explain to those that don't know, how many types, colors, USB charging, and other options there are nowadays

[@creylacoste4981]

GOOD WORK. The inspector ALLWAYS checks your wire-breasting zip tape for the ‘z’ embossing. got me a few times before

[@tomtommining5470]

I know how much you love good old WAGOs, you should try installing some of these Leviton Edge outlets (WAGO style), especially for the one under the kitchen countertop.

[@StudPackTwo]

Ouch that hurt!! No lie, I had the exact same idea and paid a patent attorney to do the patent application for me. It's a 38 page patent!! Turns out 3 electrical engineers at Leviton beat me to it by 3 months. Even built a prototype that looks exactly like the Edge. True story.

[@cdipierro]

Radiant heat in the floor of a bathroom is great. We could not be happier with ours.

[@williamsethman2434]

Great video guys, really like,the fun you guys had making this video. The bathroom is really cool I think. Great choices Jordan.

[@franciscovega7325]

The mounted clocks in the hall ways were always cool to me . at noon the Cold War Horn was going off every Friday and that was the only time the clock would not Bong . But the Church Bells Always did every day at noon . Jordan, Bocephus said "Have pity on a Dinosaur"

[@henryvanderwerken8723]

Soooo good❤

[@gerardoolivas320]

Stair treads, wood tread, could be its own color

[@joshread3740]

This video was amazing. Loved the vibes and seeing more of the group dynamic.

[@MichaelPNW1982]

This project has turned out super badass. Everything looks so good!

[@lucifer174]

Double the videos love this new channel … good stuff fellas

[@bawilms]

This channel is a nice addition.

[@etvid331]

They are so ready to finish this phase.

[@Allen-w9d]

I worked at a college where all of the clocks in all of the buildings were synchronized. At 6 PM the minute hand would go into "fairly" high speed and start advancing all of the clocks 13 hours. At exactly 7 PM, all of the clocks all in all of the different buildings would all show 7 PM exactly at the same time. Did that every day.

[@vannk73]

Great stuff as always! 2nd channel is solid, just like that house.

[@Ambroseweatherradioandmore]

😂 Love the video and the channel I hope for a Stud Pack 3 channel someday!

[@ianstrying76]

always good with tips & even just the way yall film, its easy to just learn a bunch of these skills yourself!

[@kilopo3030]

Omg you just taught me how to tell what side is what on those plus wires. This is awesome thanks!

[@728dogger]

This channel was a great idea ty as always fellas

[@r44bb98]

Not gonna lie, I like this channel a lot more. The videos feel more personal and less rehearsed, more of "my friends are teaching me how to build" instead of "a youtuber is teaching me how to build" vibe.

[@joshulrich3216]

i wish it wood match. LMFAO the next studpack tshirt slogan. DO IT.

[@milliewilson9614]

I love have 2 stud packs. Double packs!!! I love it. Stid Pack and Perkins are the best. When will you and Perkins Builders do a KZbin again? That was a huge surprise!

[@profcah]

Again, funny and inspiring and instructive

[@abcdefghijklmnop514]

bona nordic seal for the color match. try that. or a mixture of weathered oak with country white. with a water base finish (Bona)

[@skip4scrap]

Love this 2nd channel... Just boys being boys... you 3 are awesome together... keep it up!

[@pitsnipe5559]

When I trained as an electrician in the late 1960’s, we called them clock receptacles. Our house was built in 1930 and had one in the kitchen.

[@steveloux4709]

I freshened up a house built in 1938 and the receptacle in the cabinetry over the sink has one.

[@throttlebottle5906]

I used pvc trim and coated pocket screws for the bathroom window, then installed with countersunk coated trim screws and silicone caulked the holes, of course it's also in the shower, so it has a cheap vinyl mini-blind. I nearly eliminated the window completely, but it's nice to open in warm weather and doesn't feel like a holding cell. 🤣 **I also caulked between the joints while building it and still caulked them upon install. don't want water leaking down inside the wall, like it did for many years with only wood there, never could keep it sealed tight.

[@stephengirtz]

16:03 I like the upside down rightside up clock receptacle ;)

[@meatball6930]

No tape needed for caulking. Do your bead all the way around then take denatured alcohol in a spray bottle and mist it all the way around. Denatured alcohol dries slower than rubbing alcohol so you have plenty of time and it safe to put on anything. The denatured alcohol doesn’t allow the caulk/silicone to stick to it when you smooth the bead out. I’m a builder and remodeler and was great at doing caulk and silicone until my friend who owned a granite marble store came out to work with me one day-i thought and bragged my beads were perfect then he used denatured alcohol and i couldn’t believe it and clean it is easy. I think it makes the caulk/silicone last longer too. I preach this to everyone and they can’t believe it and it’s actually faster and i haven’t found anything it doesn’t work on. So you people at home who redo the silicone around your windows or tub or toilet or counter or whatever-put silicone/caulk on the put denatured alcohol in a spray bottle that sprays misty and mist your whole caulk line and don’t worry about what it gets on -it doesn’t hurt anything-Then smooth out your bead and it will be a perfect line

[@davidrowe5822]

Wow! Are you freaking kidding me right now? This is the MVP comment of the video right here! I can't tell you how many times I started on an extensive caulking job in a room only to find myself in a panic because I caulked too many things at once and didn't go back to smooth out the beads in time. Like most people; I like to lay out beads THEN go back to smooth them out. Two distinct tasks where one involves the caulk gun and the other involves a rag and a bucket of water and fingers. Having to go from the gun to the fingers in small segments is a PITA so one tends to over-caulk beads only to find them half-dried when going back to smooth them out. Now, with this tip in your comment...I can simply spray denatured alcohol as I lay the beads, allowing more gun time. What a great tip and was very unexpected. Thank you!

[@sparks6666]

Some really great tips on this video!

[@RCMServices]

Need to get Leviton to hook you up with their new Decora Edge receptacles. Built-in Wagu's.

[@creylacoste4981]

Expensive beef comes with??????

[@RCMServices]

@@creylacoste4981well I got the spelling wrong but so did you. The beef is Wagyu not Wagu but the connectors are Wago. 😅

[@hanko5750]

I use bullnose corner bead for the windows like that. Green board and J channel against the window Whirlpool tubs use those air switches, they work great.

[@gf8958-p7p]

Loads of fun & info on this new channel. Thanks! ❤

[@cantgetright742]

Seems like this should be on #1 Coming along

[@SWS50000]

You guys are the best.

[@codyhelms2732]

Loving the new channel, and the extra content

[@morenoluis100]

I like to use industrial raised covers for receptacles that are mounted on metal boxes.

[@reallunacy]

Rad, with an electric mower you should keep the blade sharpened at least once a season, preferably twice. A dull blade on a gas mower obviously doesn't cut quite as nice, but most won't notice. On a battery powered mower the battery life is much worse. Additionally, some manufacturers don't use commonly available blades so I have personally snagged a spare then just swap the blades so I can instantly have a fresh blade giving me a little time to sharpen the dull one. By the way, Leviton makes a fan switch that activates based on the humidity. I'm planning to install one in my bathroom soon.

[@michaelluciano8795]

Just a heads up. When I installed new doors in my hallway, I cut the bathroom door up at the bottom a bit more than the rest so there’s about a 3/4” gap at the bottom. It allows the air to flow into the bathroom much easier when the fan is on when the door is closed. It sounds like a big gap but it’s not. You’ve been around so you probably know that but I figured why not mention it.

[@AlexeiTetenov]

Thanks for sharing!

[@roninbadger7750]

I have a corded lawn mower. I love it. I just hate mowing so frequently in general. lawns suck,

[@davebennett6433]

You guys are hilarious

[@thomasjay975]

Thanks for the video guys, loved it

[@vpool]

We have similar looking laminate floor color with red oak threads and couldn't get a good match so we went with dark stain for the treads and the banister. With white risers and spindles.