stressing about renovations for 29 minutes straight | Upstairs Demo

[@moment4life1]

These walls are blowing my mind lol they look so fragile and thin, is there a reason people in US/Canada use these instead of brick or cement walls? (Not trying to be rude I’m genuinely intrigued and wanna know)

[@TheSorryGirls]

Drywall is much quicker, way less labor intensive, and less expensive (due to less labor costs) to install! With insulation, it also sound proofs better than brick and cement. They still use concrete walls here for things like apartment buildings and when it's needed, for example the brick wall between houses that I exposed last episode (but we're deffs not engineers who I'm sure would know when to use one or the other structurally!) This article is great for more explanation: www.arch2o.com/walls-us-uk-empty/ :)

[@moment4life1]

TheSorryGirls wow I never thought you’d even see this, let alone reply! 😭 Thank you very much for your explanation, that makes sense.

[@acmulhern]

The use of wood in "the new world" was just due to the large availability of it when westerners first settled there and it was just adopted as the norm. It's very popular because it's very quick to build with and people could build their own homes, which makes sense when you see how steep the population growth was. Europe also used to build out of wood, but most of those buildings are now gone and older buildings are all built out of stone. Building out of wood became quite unpopular after a number of devastating fires in cities like Paris and London so people preferred to build out of less combustible materials and that trend has persisted. Most Europeans would never even consider building a house out of wood because they consider them as flimsy and temporary, but that's a misconception. Wood buildings can be very strong and it's very good structurally, especially in earthquake prone areas. For acoustic insulation solid stone or brick walls are better though, but wooden walls are more flexible and can be added or removed easier, quicker and cheaper.

[@DianaCruz-bz3hf]

Also if you are comparing against latin america or maybe some asian countries there are higher sismic risk at those, hence they need to be more resistant walls than in europe or us/ca. Aaaalso, wooden structures are more likely to get moldy and infested in places with warmer/tropical weather.

[@cintyaposse]

@@DianaCruz-bz3hf But the US has more natural disaster than most of the Latinamerican countries. I think it's just because is cheaper in those countries. In most countries of South America, drywalls are still more expensive (the materials), and people don't trust thin walls, haha.

[@theayesha147]

This is such a realistic view of how exhausting the whole process of reno is.

[@cassandralyne]

Ash definitely! And just how looooooooong it really takes to have stuff done/completed.

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Ahah yes like the reality of home reno. The budget is just that and always have have extra money on the side for things break/ not safe 🤣, plumbing or electric problems.

[@aviva7184]

But it's fun in a way, especially if you're a kid ngl but then you do get sick of it, ahaha

[@dalcloud8873]

I'm smelling a good neighbor who may be willing to do small things to help!!!! Asking is hard even if people love to help lol. At least for me I am learning to ask. 😊🙏🦄😊

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

Try doing it while writing your thesis. Everything reno is taking double the time and I’m exhausted!

[@zoerphl]

I feel like for a while i forgot that the first floor was also your living space haha 😂what a relief

[@Dani-kz3vj]

Did she buy the whole house? And is renting to make some extra $$?

[@blackcatproductions3]

OMG I'm glad somebody else had that same thought. The entire series I thought she was just going to live in the basement, I was awfully worried, like how is that going to work? LOL

[@maevat4875]

@@Dani-kz3vj Yes!

[@zoerphl]

@@blackcatproductions3 haha same I totally forgot!!

[@miraxterrik]

Aaah jeez i forgot that too! I was like why she needs two kitchens for the tennants and none for herself haha

[@tonyawinters7894]

We will need a before and after tour of the whole house....please!

[@audreym3908]

before and after reno!!!! before and after decor!!!

[@drei5573]

I love this series but honestly i can’t wait for the styling part to start 😣

[@TheSorryGirls]

Drei ??? SAME LOL

[@thebeautyoflife327]

I love the small hexagon tiles in the entry way! I can’t even imagine someone NOT liking it, it’s so classic & pretty!

[@audreym3908]

I actually like the bigger ones but after seeing her mood board, I am all for it!

[@kcanded]

@@audreym3908 Me too.

[@trishpipkins]

Yeah they are timeless really. It's a solid choice. And I was thinking she could do a border with black tiles and then she said she was going to do that. Haha. I mean it's her house and I'm all for people doing what they want. However I'm liking her choices.

[@Becca__Birdie]

I would love to see a video about how you guys save and finance for these kind of projects and also more dedicated DIY projects. Maybe it would be boring for some but sometimes I wonder how an average person can afford these kind of projects on a fixed salary. Thank you! Reno looks amazing and I enjoyed this video!

[@JosyBun]

I used to actually work within the housing industry- I don't know how Kelsey or other Canadian's would finance (I'm based in the US!) But, sometimes, people will apply for Reno-specific loans. Basically, you would talk to a broker as well as your contractors to see what renovations you would like to do, how they would increase your homes value, as well as assess the current value of the home. If your renovations are purely for you, not to increase value, obviously that would be taken into account as you can 'max out' your value at a certain point. After that, the bank assesses what it will give you based on that, as well as other factors (credit, etc). Same as taking out any other loan, except they do require inspections to make sure the reno is being done to state-specific, loan specific, and federal specific codes (Fire code, safety, etc.) This is just one way to reno, I'm sure there are other loan programs and stuff as I've been out of that industry for nearly awhile now. Also if you do everything yourself, I'm not sure how financing that would work but it would likely be the same way. I worked very indirectly with reno-loans but I saw them once or twice (And it was usually Reno for the purpose of increasing value to sell), this is just the very most basic way of doing it. :) These rules and laws change all the time so it could very well be different now, but that's how I remember it!

[@Becca__Birdie]

@@JosyBun Thank you! As someone who honestly knows nothing about home ownership and renos, that was super informative 😁 I appreciate the info!

[@listay1]

You can talk to your bank and get an extension on your mortgage too!

[@spookyvic]

This series is so fun to watch, It was hard to understand at first how you were going to make two units but now with the front hallway there it’s easy to see it all coming together!! Do you know who will be living upstairs yet?😊

[@Lara-ij1sw]

I think it's just gonna be a random person, whoever wants to rent it first as soon as its done 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lolajt]

Becky making jokes and Kelsey not understanding is what I live for 😂

[@euphoriapotion2075]

i swear i read the exact same comment under the last episode of upgrade my stay or their other recent video

[@petriiaa18]

Kelsey’s eyes are poppin in the snow!

[@petriiaa18]

OMG THEY HEARTED ME 😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I LOVE UUUU

[@hannachrist295]

I freaking LOVE this series.

[@Shmeeeps]

FYI, traditionally plaster and lath used HORSE HAIR to help bind it together. So yeah, that WAS hair!

[@rachelperson-brookrealtor9617]

Sarah Wielusz yes I was going to say this! I’m a realtor in New England and we see it all the time in remodels!

[@flutterbysea]

Just about to say the same thing,

[@trishpipkins]

Yep. Definitely horse hair.

[@Gelime_]

Depends on when the house was built.

[@kellilangvo]

ditto....Dad’s a retired contractor....horse hair very common in old plaster...totally enjoying the reno!

[@special_spaces]

Can I just say: I'm SO proud of you. I've just finished flipping a flat and almost lost my mind while doing it. KEEP IT UP GIRL! The reward will be SO worth it!!!

[@chandaharkins4418]

I'm impressed with your vision and efforts. As a young woman, I'm sure it can be difficult to be assertive with contractors sometimes, and I love that you're doing this on your own. Kudos!

[@Lourdes-wf9hm]

Omg, the basket of fruits with the "I'm sorry for the noise!" note that you'll have to send to your neighbours after this is gonna be hugeeeeee.

[@ThePetify]

I always forget how American and Canadian walls look like. I’m always expecting stones/concrete behind the wallpaper. Those drywalls always catch me by surprise

[@Aeris357]

Elina Petersen yeah, cheaper but definitely not as safe.

[@MysticOceanDollies]

Elina Petersen the older houses have nice stone or brick walls. The newer ones are mostly drywall.

[@r_27P]

Elina Petersen and how long it takes them to knock down a wall. Here in DR everything is cinder blocks, cement and bricks 😂

[@MsSonali1980]

Yeah, an angry Chad or Brayden would only once try to punch a hole in that wall xD I can't even punch a nail in the wall to hang up a picture frame because I hammer on the brick stones.

[@seanmorgan2356]

@@MsSonali1980 Girrrl, we gotta have our 'stud finders'! No, not that! Sheeeesh! I mean the little device we run along the wall to locate the studs behind the drywall, or else the old fashion way which is rapping your knuckle on the wall to detect the change in sound between the studs and hollows in between (usually 16 inches). :)

[@sandiswawiti9920]

Yay! I wasn't expecting this because of the corona virus.

[@amara560]

This is currently one of my favourite series on KZbin. I love how you're taking us along for the ride!

[@rebekky888]

I love how details are shown so we know it takes so much time and effort to make home.

[@ariff.s]

I cannot imagine the amount of money spent on this reno 😫

[@sandiswawiti9920]

That's what has been going on my mind the whole time. She's made so many changes.

[@the_brinaki]

Yeah but with renting the apartment upstairs it's going to balance back significantly early!

[@makeup3529]

YOitsNat not in Toronto 🤪

[@beautybystephaniee]

@@Natg6 a $200k...or even $400k house in TORONTO? unheard of LOL

[@MerryNatalis]

I love your "entrance mood board" around minute 19. Do you have a place where you keep your mood boards for your viewers? Thank you for your videos of Kelsey's home!!

[@TheSorryGirls]

we don't currently but follow us on Pinterest and they might appear there soon 👀

[@MerryNatalis]

@@TheSorryGirls right on!! Many thanks :)

[@theayesha147]

The band aid on the ceiling killed me. 😭😂

[@ShannonChapmanMusic]

Bless you for including laundry in the second unit

[@kcanded]

That will DEFINITELY improve the value of the upstairs, make people want to rent it and a way for Kelsey to ask more money for rental! It was such a relief to me to get my own washer and dryer and not have to worry about coming up with quarters for the machines (yes, that was a long time ago).

[@BrandiMonard]

I can see how this could be so stressful. I’m about to do this to my new home so thank you for sharing your journey!

[@vivian9542]

Lol when he said "they put everything behind walls" he wasn't lying. I live in Nebraska and when we did some renovations we found out they "insulated" some of the walls with corn

[@3333alex]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS UPDATE FOR WEEKS! So happy you posted one now :)

[@itsamyyy91]

As much as I love a Reno, I can't wait for all this to come together, watching you decorate and seeing a finished product 🥰

[@beccabentleyxx]

yay for dark grout with the floor tiles! light grout gets so dirty! loved this episode 👏🏼💛

[@Curiousnerve]

As someone who rents the bottom floor of a duplex, I can’t believe that you chose to live on the bottom floor! We hear every step our upstairs neighbors take plus their full on conversations 😤 it could also just be that our place is very old but I’m hoping you don’t have a similar experience!

[@sarahr8007]

michellemarie it sounds like it wasn’t don’t properly. The floors and vents need to be soundproofed as well.

[@abbiegrier207]

It's all coming along so well!! It all looks great even though there have been hiccups along the way. You're finding the pros, so yay! It'll look super great once it's all done and you can rest easy

[@DarklightAmy]

Wow slowly but surely your vision is coming to life and the two units become a reality! It was hard to imagine how it would be before. The first floor is so much more open now! (I mean obviously but it looks really good.)

[@libertystell]

I identify with this level of indecision!!! Also, I love the way the upstairs floor trim piece looks. I have it in some rooms of my house BUT it's such a pain to clean. Dust just goes there to die in the corners.

[@Maria-uv8wq]

You go women! I can see all the stressful situations you are going through. You are strong and learning so much in the process. You will look back and be like, "hell to the yes, I did that!!!" Independent women power. Lots of love and super excited for the outcome. 👏❤❤❤❤😁😁😁

[@loryvettee]

I can’t wait to see the finish product. 🤗 Im so excited for you to finally get to enjoy your home. Lucky future tenants to have everything newly remodeled. 😊✌🏽sending you lots of positivity and may it be fully remodeled soon.

[@katiedoh24]

Your neighbors are soooo sweet! How cute. I love it.

[@emilyannaconstable6897]

in older houses a lot of time the plaster is made with horse hair because "way back when", it was everywhere and was found to be a great binding agent! :) love this playlist Kelsey!! You're definitely one of my inspirations on here to become an interior designer, love your videos/DIY's!! :)

[@carlyh6913]

I love Becky's supportive yet nervous laugh 🎥

[@ukomdesign]

I love this 29 min renovation process. That is so satisfying to see how it slowly turns from a vision into reality. Need this in my life.

[@TBYRDLEW]

This and Upgrade my Stay are like my favorite series ever

[@aubreykaye7092]

I live for this making home series! This is my fave kinda content from you ladies 💕

[@dominiqueespinosa7789]

I commented last time this series posted and said that I had just went to the classroom to pick up whatever I could. One month later my school will be closed till next school year and I work from home now. Thank you for being "next" to me while I stay home. I am DIYing everything lol.

[@giot8067]

I’m from Canada but I have been living in Spain for two years and I have not seen a Canadian winter since moving here. Man I could taste that snow 😂 do not miss it!

[@alexisn.k.789]

I think my favorite part about this series is that you're very realistic, it's not an easy process, and it's not going to be exciting 24/7. It's pretty dope you're getting an open concept kitchen AND you'll have a second unit rented out to help pay your mortgage, two of my dreams lol.

[@BackpackChickun]

I love this series so much! Not only does it treat my homesickness, it's also keeping me motivated through my own build! Aroha from New Zealand!

[@underthetamarindtree]

Kelsey, its coming along so well! Along with an 'after' tour, would you consider sharing numbers with us? Doing a flip like this is something I've been interested in but I am unsure about how much it would cost/if I can afford it.

[@kimvaughn92]

I love this series, it may even be my favorite because of the everything that will be covered including decorating.

[@lauralloyd9403]

Exciting times ahead for you. I wish you lots of happy times in your new home x

[@jackiboyd7949]

Yay Kelsey! I was so worried you’d be stuck with a half done house and no progress allowed! Looks amazing cannot wait for more!

[@lillysophielucy]

I got so excited when I saw this because I wasn't expecting one to come out during quarantine. This series is so great!

[@gebrellmosquera4897]

Can i just say that i really love you guys! Thanks for making my quarantine not boring.

[@TheSorryGirls]

gebrell mosquera you’re so welcome! Thank you for watching :)

[@Jessa8891]

There’s plenty of space there to have a living area and dining table! Can’t wait to see when it’s all finished!

[@louiselill1528]

I love to watch renovation work you get to see the workings of the house . Your house is looking fantastic . You get a lot of snow here in the UK we don't see that much now .

[@jstein8903]

So very happy for you. May you have many years of happiness in the home you have made for yourself.🦋

[@michyx2732]

now i wanna try to recreate this on sims 4 (when its more finished) with the little packs i own lol

[@crazycatcowlady4440]

Loving all of these series ladies!! I've had your channel on auto play all day!! The place looks great so far Kelsey!! You can really see your vision now!! Thanks for sharing this!! Stay safe!

[@kathleenfulton9464]

I followed for the DIYs, but I’m loving this channel for this Reno. They are great!

[@anouktosserams]

My absolute favorite series! So satisfying to see your house transform into a home, can’t wait for the next episode!

[@HelloLauRo]

As a European it's soooo weird to see y'all just ripping apart walls like that 🤯

[@vogelfutter595]

They are mostly very old, very sturdy brick walls, not so easy to tear down. 😅

[@Kath-Erina]

@@emilyelisbeth newer homes often will have concrete/cement walls, because it's cheaper and qiucker. But brick/stone walls are also common. Drywall with studs is rarely used around here, most likely you will see that in houses where they built out their attic into additional living spaces by them selves because it's cheaper, leightweigt, doesn't add to much weight to the ceilings and can more easily be done without to much knowledge in construction. :) at least that's what I've seen here in Germany, haven't been to all european countries yet 😅 but I think it's very common all around.

[@moment4life1]

Emily E Morris I’ve never seen a drywall in my life, not even the newer houses have it where I live. It’s all brick or cement walls. So as I watched this I just couldn’t wrap my head around the thought that y’all can just rip apart your walls or that you would even build houses like this, like i have a feeling it’s so fragile and the bathroom could get moldy quickly lol

[@samayasidd8161]

As an Asian, same

[@jlammetje]

In the Netherlands I think most (non load bearing) inner walls are drywall actually. Load bearing inner walls, and outer walls are almost always brick or concrete though.

[@gregorydaines]

It’s looking really good - I’m doing a self build at the moment for a studio whilst on lockdown in the UK. It’s so great to be doing it ourselves and to take the chance to make something good out of this weird situation.

[@elizabethevanskiikka2184]

Making home is always a little treat in the week ❤️🍒✨

[@apple8971]

This reno looks like one exhausting process! But also sooo rewarding 😍 Keep it up Super Girl! You're almost there 💪

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Aww I like the bigger hexagons I was thinking that going be a pain to clean that grout evenif it will be dark . Now I am curious how it will look. 🤔

[@TashanaMc13]

I appreciate the realness of this process. Looking forward to the next episode!

[@meganyousmile1615]

I am loving this series!!! Can’t wait until the decorating begins

[@bhattiruhmaa]

I love seeing these updates!! So neat to see the entire process broken down, wishing you and the rest of TSG team the safe and happy thoughts

[@kristinewells961]

Hang in there Kelsey! Even if it feels like forever, you’re making amazing progress and will be in your own place again soon! CAN’T WAIT to watch you decorate 🎶 It’s the final touch time 🎶

[@cmlljoyptrn]

MY FAVE SERIES!

[@denises9426]

Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait till the construction is done and you can start putting your personal touches everywhere. 💕💕💕

[@kcanded]

Thank you very much for keeping us up-to-date on your reno project! It is really fascinating to watch the process going on. I can't wait to see the next video. (I was wondering about that front bedroom with all your stuff in it, Kelsey, I kept thinking 'how are they going to renovate that floor? wouldn't it have been better to rent a storage unit to put all her stuff?' But of course she had that all figured out.)

[@MrFahrenheit9]

I feel for you, Kelsey! When I moved into my apartment, I thought the reno will never end. And now I'm social distancing in it, when it's almost completely finished in regards of decor, and I feel so happy that I invested al that time and money in it. Now I just get to enjoy it! And soon it'll be over for you as well!

[@leeeenaaah]

SO HAPPY FOR A NEW EP!!!!!

[@carlyh6913]

Im so excited for you Kels! Such hard work but I love your plans and your commitment! Super inspiring

[@lustahl93]

I would love to see all the process of decorating the house. Doing a moodboard, figuring out the best layout, purchasing furniture and final touches so I could follow a similar process in my own apartment

[@meowhobbydessert7682]

I can’t get enough of this series as soon as I finish an episode I’m wishing for more.

[@noorarahimi1498]

I love the feeling of watching your new place coming together and the wait for moving in, I also have the same feeling as I'm also doing my new house and can't wait to move in

[@michaelacd]

I just think this is so brilliant! She won’t have a mortgage for her beautiful 2 story home. And she’s in the city!

[@wiltedspinachcat3472]

so obsessed with this series!! making me realize i need to allot more time and money to these things than i would have originially thought

[@mamafig9190]

Wow great seeing the process. Can’t wait to see the finished product. I agree I would reposition the island.

[@jennifer6278]

This is my favorite show on YT right now ❤️

[@emipark210]

As a downstairs dweller, you are DEFINITELY not going to regret getting those upstairs floors done.

[@juliagraph]

i am loving this series! so great to see a renovation, in almost real time

[@sharvaniatnurkar7190]

I freaking can't wait to see the entire house done, but also looking forward for the journey. The day you plant a see is not the day the flowers bloom, I guess I gotto wait :)

[@Mo-nz2uv]

This is one of my fave series so I’m glad to see another episode! Good luck with the house and can’t wait to see the results!!

[@polishedperidot]

I'm really enjoying this series Kelsey! I can't wait to see the finished product! ☺️🌻❤️

[@claireewg]

Thanks for this Kelsey, I feel so heard!! Currently going through a major renovation in London, UK - I've had to relocate to a few miles away to self-isolate and I'm 32 weeks pregnant so we have a pretty hard deadline! Luckily our renovation team are a family so they can keep working and isolate together. Can't wait for decorating in the next few weeks, fingers crossed you can start too!

[@biancadgbdg]

This is my absolute favorite series!! ♥️

[@moniquew1969]

I bloody LOVE this series!! 😍

[@laurenl5843]

I’m so happy that your renovation didn’t have to stop due to this damn Covid 19! It’s nice to hear any good news during these times! 😊 Thank you for sharing your reno /home ownership journey. 👍😁🇨🇦

[@c0ldlight1]

everything is coming together so nicely! I can't wait to see how it all turns out.

[@ravenmackenzie1954]

This has been sooooo fun to watch!!! Im so happy they are able to keep working right now for you. Cant wait to see how you paint/decorate!

[@NessieTheLamb]

I looove these episodes ! I'm an architect so i'm so curious to see the whole thing done !! I'd love to see more floor plans too, like the one where you showed where we are 😅🙈 Just to have a clear idea of the new floor plan of the entre house (please ! 🙈) 😍😍😍 It's looking gooooood !!

[@cameronvillaruel7249]

So happy and excited for the progress of your new home!!!!!

[@123gmari]

Oh wow it’s. Great I wasn’t sure what was happening at first but making it like this is so nice and helps with rent and all that so cool

[@Zofia2]

This is my favorite series! Keep them coming! ❤️

[@libra95z]

I’m so excited to see the final product and I’m also living for the experience. You had a vision that I didn’t see at the beginning of the first episode but with the development now I see. Can’t wait!

[@hollyhasegawa6095]

Oh my goodness, how real can it be? this is a great video on what goes on when you are renovating a house, and especially when you are making the space for more than one family. Everything is looking so good, and I'm so excited to see how the basement looks and when you actually get to move in. I have been wondering how this was going and boom! you put out a video and I'm thrilled. Take care and stay safe, see you soon, sending love and hugs.

[@sierrareyelts1481]

I’m so happy for you about how close you’re getting! Good luck with the next steps!!!

[@The.Aidan.Z]

Best series on this channel!

[@creativelyrevived2099]

Oh man girl I feel this, when I bought my house I had no idea how many issues there really were. We started working on the bathroom and it ended up setting me back moving into my house almost 4 months. You're house will be beautiful!

[@jemma50]

So excited to see the house coming along!! It sure has been a long process for you, Kelsey. May things speed up and get you moved in soon. ♥