The STAIRS Are Almost DONE / Off Grid LOG CABIN Building (S3 Ep19)

After 3 years I finally have the stairs in my log cabin to go from the first to the second floor and I don't need the ladder anymore. After the fall I took I really could wait to finish the stairs. It took me a lot of work and many tries to fit perfectly the beams on which the stairs are mounted. I also had to lower the landing of the stairs otherwise I would always hit my head against the second floor joist. At first I though to just bend every time to avoid hitting it, but then a friend came by and told me to lower it right aways to not regret in later and he also came to help me do it. The purpose of that middle platform is to reduce the steepness of the stairs. For sure it was one of the more challenging but very rewarding builds in the end.
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[@steveseeger]

Perfect timing to relax on Saturday morning breakfast.

[@SameerShaikh07193]

😂👍

[@SANNN_12]

Wow im from indonesia, in my position now is night at 21.29pm

[@jordi3238]

here its 17:23

[@orlandoadaral8439]

Its 06:16 AM here. Just about finish my breakfast.

[@geraldmckillip5594]

The whole family are Master Carpenter's , I enjoyed your many videos ...... Thank-you for the videos .......

[@toddswenson9137]

The sweatshirt is giving you your power back. be careful with the power and always protect your back. I believe that you got so strong with the build that you injured your back and it's been a long time since you've done this kind of lifting because of it, and I could see that you were in protection mode in some of the lifts with the bigger log, I also saw you were trying to be as careful as you could and working around the injury. I know because I've been there, I'm sure you were feeling it. You're like I used to be, too strong for your own frame. I'm 60 now and doing a lot of physical therapy and swimming to wear in the rough spots. I'll get off my soap box now, but I'm glad the sweatshirt is back! You've done so much, I'm so proud of you! Sincerely, Todd

[@toddswenson9137]

I didn't know about the fall till now. I know when you are doing the hairiest and most dangerous parts of the builds you like to work alone so no one else gets hurt, like when you put up all the A frames, the most dangerous part of the build. I know how careful and methodical you are, please be extra careful and be safe always. Todd

[@jerrym1240]

You went from dragging the timbers to carrying them, and altho some material got removed, your body soon remembered its strength. I've always hated cutting stairs, my hats off too you for figuring it out. I guess the #1 thing most Americans forget to do is remove all the distractions so we can think more clearly. Ya know, someday long after we're dead and gone, someone will be asked who built this beautiful home and a descendant of yours will respond with a great amount of pride My granddaddy built it with his own two hands and a few tools.

[@1MartinWaite]

Afternoon Nik. Them stairs are a thing of beauty like a work of art and look a million $.

[@tomnordquist9209]

I have been watching since he cut the first tree. He shows when he makes a correction or a mistake, and that is probably why I enjoy watching this so much. I always do it right, because I always do it twice... He always overcomes any problem and his hard work always pays off. Also its fun to see his family and friends helping out, just a great channel. THANK YOU!

[@1957jmhiser1]

I have, too. I watched him build his tree cabin 4 years ago or more

[@dol3980]

I live on a homestead where development took 10 years, and looked at other You Tube vides for ideas, most of which are completely phony for us real alpha men, and NIK's Channel surpasses them all.

[@mthompson2371]

I have to say, Nik, just watching all the manual labor and hefting all those heavy logs was exhausting! Holy COW! Beautiful!!!

[@andreboudreau6474]

😍Simply beautiful😍! Your level of patience and determination blows me away Nik. You home is becoming a thing of great beauty and certainly enormous pride.

[@richardgreen7811]

Very good work ... I love watching the wife and kids work / play ... the dog too.

[@user-xe6yd9xm7x]

ЗДРАВСТВУЙ НИК!😊 БОЛЬШОЙ ВАМ ПРИВЕТ ИЗ РОССИИ. Я С УДОВОЛЬСТВИЕМ ПОСМОТРЕЛ ВАШЕ ВИДЕО, МНЕ ПОНРАВИЛОСЬ. У НАС В РОССИИ ПРОЩЕ СТРОЯТ ДОМА. НО У ВАС КАК ТО НЕ ОБЫЧНО. БОЛЬШОЕ ВАМ СПАСИБО ЗА ВАШЕ ВИДЕО.😊🎉

[@Palinkat]

I like when a mate comes over to help with the build and blows a few bubbles at the camera for a good shot!!!! Beautiful stairs Nik!!!! Zelo dobro!!!!!

[@barnstar2077]

I love how your dog isn't phased by anything! : )

[@uhaneokalanijames8029]

nik those aren't just stairs, its art, a show piece for sure! and gorgeous art at that. there is no way anyone can come into your house and not be calm, relaxed, and happy with what you guys are crafting in this master piece. wow, just, wow!! thank you for sharing.

[@hotelgulf]

Your technique of sculpting raw edges and knots is truly done with an artists eyes and hands.

[@paulhill3106]

I have followed you form the beginning, saw you putting in the concrete footings, thinking to myself, what is this crazy man up to.. The world is a little bit better having crazy people like you, Nik.. thank you

[@shallnotbeinfringedupon202]

The best part of the whole video is to watch how you allow and encourage your kiddos to help. Watching your family work together warms my heart.

[@pingpong4811]

really? the boy is too young to work machines or do lifting and serious work, the girl and woman are ... well yeah, they can do small parts. To me it is more of a good example of a healthy way they seperate work: the man does the craftman, carpentry etc work and she supports the best she can. Dont kid yourself, there wont be a woman out there able to do this sort of work. The most you will find is women building little garden houses and calling them log cabinets or even houses. A woman can create life, but we sustain it thru these impressive builds, like houses etc. sort of like> men make it so you survive and a womans touch is the comfort and synergy to the perfect life.

[@tonygrimes13]

@@pingpong4811 I presume you are either Male or a BOT!!!!!!!

[@laurahaughton4523]

Your home is a thing of beauty Nic, I’ve watched from day one as you fell, cleaned and cut your logs. It’s been a journey. Your sheer craftsmanship and attention to detail has your name mentioned in many of the other videos I follow, you are much admired, for good reason. Your staircase is beautiful , to you and your family, all good wishes from Scotland, take care and stay safe 🌷😊👍

[@davelarsen9847]

I have been looking forward to this episode for 2 years. They say the true test of a carpenter is to build a set of stairs. You nailed it my friend, they are unique and beautiful. You are unorthodox in the way you go about things and the tools you choose. It reminds me of my younger days just figuring things out as I went and it has triggered some very fond memories for me and I thank you very much for that. You have the most entertaining channel!

[@janwright3974]

Just so beautiful. Lovely to see you family working together. Amazing home you are creating. A fabulous video thank you for creating and sharing👍👍

[@nikrijavec47]

My pleasure to be able to share my work. Thank you for watching!

[@xzytqweo3538]

Thank you, Nik, for sharing your videos. I know it take a while to edit them and then get the music right and downloaded to KZbin. We enjoy going with you thru your adventure in this Cabin build. Glad to always see the family too!

[@aaroncross2366]

I love that amber glow of the house as the sun reflects off all that wood inside. It looks like a beautiful home. Each one of those steps is a unique piece of art/craftsmanship. Job well done.

[@Greengate777]

I bet that triple layer hardened glass has cost an arm and a leg. That had to be made to order by a firm specializing in that sort of thing.

[@janiceguinot7397]

A true master craftsman. Can’t wait for your videos to see what’s next.

[@CurkusOnTheRoad]

What kind of super hero are you? Always so calm no matter what. Do you ever get frustrated, curse, scream and throw the god damn hammer to the wall? Well anyway, your work and channel is amazing. I use it to fall asleep. Not that it is boring, on the contrary, but it is so relaxing and soothing. Like a good bedtime story.

[@robyn7287]

Only found your site towards end of season 2, so watched the years view. My goodness I agree that you are a true craftsman. Remind me so much of my grandfather. He was always meticulous in everything he did and he mastered so many skills, of which he passed onto my brothers. Wish I’d taken more notice now, however I am a good painter and furniture restorer. Wonderful to see your children engaged in the build too.

[@flacoral]

The stairs are beautiful and meticulously done as is the rest of your home. Love seeing your family assisting you build your beautiful home. I've watched since its inception and I think it's one of the most beautiful homes I've seen that was not done by a contractor. Your vision shows in the results you achieve. As always, I look forward to the next episode in your journey to complete your forever home. Well done, my friend. I'm proud to be part of your "framily". {a word that Melanie uses in the channel "Simple Life Reclaimed"}. Thank you for sharing your journey and I wish the best to you and your family.

[@janiceguinot7397]

I describe you as a master craftsmen. Your work is beautiful. I wait patiently for your videos.

[@davidrickards]

My mom,97 years old, and i have watched your progress and we are amazed at your talents. The stairs and your log cabin are absolutely beautiful ! We saw this video last night.

[@klazyy641]

Impressive---both from an artistic viewpoint and from a family one. Sweet inclusion of the family. Looking good, Nik!

[@bartmahoney2907]

NICE WORK NIK. YOU'VE CREATED A FAMILY TREASURE.

[@watchful1168]

I love how "family" your family is! Everyone doing this together! Sweet!

[@vikings844]

Yes, but let's not kid ourselves. He basically build this by himself! Not many people in the world can do this!

[@viriato8566]

And without whining and making "plans" that get them off the hook.

[@viriato8566]

He sure did build it mostly alone but didn't seem to be lacking for graciously offered help at critical times. Old school community, sans Internet and laziness.

[@orlanduhden5842]

You have created the most beautiful staircase I have ever seen.

[@morgansword]

I really wonder how many homes in the world are built with this kind of dedication and just plain hard work? I would say that you can count on one hand!!! Doing so very good Nic

[@monoon9657]

Clever handy man

[@fml5910]

You're right that's some ass-busting work there.

[@viriato8566]

And how lucky Nic is to have an able-bodied & skillful spouse that willingly helps & isn't afraid of a little dirt! Match made in heaven!

[@viriato8566]

Oh and the kids help too & don't have to be roused out of bed at 11 o'clock. Now that's a family working together!

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[@jamesgoodman6243]

Blood Sweat and Tears on a stairwell of Beauty. Outstanding work and video. Thanks for sharing. Old world construction brought to light in a different century. God bless be safe stay warm and healthy. Jim

[@edmo43]

Thank you friend for sharing the cabin stair design and build update. Masterly!! 🤟

[@oldthudman]

He's doing a beautiful job on the cabin,,,,👍

[@gilbertdelgado6703]

You Sir, are an artist first and formost. Your brush is your saw and your canvas is your cabin. Beautiful work!

[@TheJimcrooks800]

The staircase is a thing of beauty. Incredible fit and wonderful material and design. Well done - love the videos. And watched it from the beginning.

[@tkswdr]

Pohhhhh I see you walking with half trees .. hahahaha Nice craftsmanship (y)

[@jacquesgareau7564]

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[@portugalonawingandaprayer473]

Hazel ☘️ Magnificent … so masterfully created ! 🙏☘️😘

[@jameswulzen590]

Wow, talk about heavy construction by yourself, this man is the champion of all, fantastic vision and results.

[@catgynt9148]

You have committed an incredible amount of work, artistry and craftsmanship into building your staircase. Tremendous beauty foe decades yet to come and a true family heirloom. Wishing you and your family a blessed spring season filled with gentle weather and restful evenings. Peace brother

[@brendagervais5566]

Absolutely beautiful! Those steps ...WOW! And the girl’s hair cut is very cute in her❤️

[@Ross-gf4fv]

The only youtube channel I watch using full-screen mode

[@goerizal1]

it is almost like music to see him measuring things here and there and heavy gentle lifting now and then. it is a skill i could never hope to come close much less to use but it is still a joy learning how he does it.

[@themudhutt1]

That really is the most wonderful bespoke staircase ever … congratulations on wonderful work .

[@junedata1962]

I always support you in Korea. 🙏

[@nikrijavec47]

Thank you very much for your support and for watching the video!

[@bradleyschneider3871]

I've built decks before with steps pain in the a@s,couldn't even imagine trying to do it with half logs,my hats off to you Nik,looks ten times better than a normal staircase....Amazing....started watching you when you were cutting trees down you sure have come a long way!

[@RLU-wt8vi]

It is such a pleasure to watch you solve problems w/common sense rather than brute force. (Shifting the stringer over.) I've watched since the beginning and I am in awe of your craftsmanship. All the best for you and your family.

[@BiornBear]

The place is looking great buddy. You are a true craftsman.

[@1amlucky870]

I wanted to come through the screen to help with that first log coming through the front door. I like your grit and determination.

[@jameswulzen590]

it's been a long time since I have been with you all, glad to be back, lost you for a while but did see the finished video of the stairs, great job. Aloha from Hawaii, it's November 2023 !!!

[@wardmoya95]

I look forward to every video you post! You're living my dream build! Keep up the good work!

[@johnmichaelkarma]

Yes, I always can't wait for a new post to see Nic again.

[@user-kj5ru9iq9d]

The stairs are really good and the physical ability of his wife is also amazing 👍

[@jimbrewer1404]

WOW AWESOME STAIRS WHAT A MASTER PIECE OF WORK NIK YOU TRULY A CRAFTS MAN AND YOU ARE BLESSED WITH SUCH SKILLS FROM THE CREATOR ABOVE MAY HE BLESS YOU

[@marygordon3032]

Hey Nik I’ve never seen anything like this before and I just love it. Thank you so much for sharing this awesome video! ✅✅✅🤩🤩🤩👏👏👏💯💯💯

[@williamhgardner2069]

GREAT CRAFTMENSHIP, GREAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

[@dorothyallen3614]

I’m so glad you’re fixing your regrets before you have one, it’s the best thing anyone could do for their forever lives in their homes, great job, beautiful work ethics abound.

[@johnpiper82]

Wha a Masterfully Craftsman you are! Cannot thank you enough for allowing us to share your journey. John

[@Aggaliano]

So relaxing your videos are Nik, you are such a pleasure to watch, looking forward to your next one.

[@reneakina8627]

Patience, Persistence, PERFECT! Majestic MASTERPIECE!

[@jeanhawken4482]

The wonderful young supportive women you have in your life. It says a lot about your caring family.

[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

The stair's are absolutely gorgeous and another work of art. Fantastic JOB NIK and a labor of LOVE for sure. God's blessings to you ALL!!!

[@mcloud2021]

Dog comes and sits right in the sawdust 🙂 I guess by now he’s accustomed to all those power tool noises. Mine can’t stand the vacuum cleaner. Dogs are very loyal, I love them. 🐕 I wish I could settle down in a cabin built just like that you truly are a master at your skill. Where I live I would have to get panel lumber and draft same interior design. I love that house.

[@altamontchin15]

Made my day I guess a change I guess it’s not finished until it’s done😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@arthurminck5464]

Very nice to see some progress from Mister Perfect, from all those channels I follow on KZbin you are a big No 1...together with your wife and children who we see growing up and getting older...🥰... Very Nice....👊

[@survivalcamping99]

The Wooden Staircase is Very Beautiful

[@Quake81270]

Love your dogs and family. Keep the fantastic stories/videos coming.

[@DSSShoppingNetwork]

It's my dream to do something like this. As a poor kid from a poor urban area, this is my goal. Maybe not my career goal, but definitely my life goal! Hope you feel proud man, it's amazing.

[@markanon5581]

Marvellous video. Such a lovely icestorm interlude. Incredible hard work and lovely results. Thank you.

[@mmr8906]

... ne po prstih. Tile prsti so zlata vredni. Bravo. Res lepo. Nik Rijavec in prijatelji 💪👌👏👍

[@allanpeters4403]

You are a master builder with the things that mother nature gives you - unbelievable how you have almost single handedly built this amazing log home!! You and your family should be proud.

[@ninafodale]

So much hard work and so worth it, that staircase is beautiful !!!😍😍😍

[@terrybrown9206]

I love the wooden stained steps going upstairs.

[@rickygallodoc]

It's always nice to hear you both speaking Italian, everytime I wonder which part of the slovenian alps you live.

[@0623kaboom]

you know it has been a long day when ... a log you have probably man handled a dozen times already seems twice as heavy as it was at the start of the day and there is only half as much log to deal with ... . the other joy of a log cabin no shortage of burnable bits to keep warm and cook on lol . the only other way you might have gotten the stair logs even close would have been with a cardboard template ... but that would only have gotten you to the final lift and trim maybe a little tweaking as well ... . seeing your lil one standing on the stair brought back MANY old memories ... I can see me doing that with my dad on various building projects ... . those stair treads may have been a LOT of fiddly work but well worth the effort . they turned out excellent ... . it is so nice seeing a person strive to get it just right and not settle for it will do .. .

[@sigifredobrozzi6499]

A Piece of art! Congratulation

[@denniscarreno5882]

Nik! It is just perfect! No other ways to describe it…..

[@mikekmalick]

Nik I see you are laying out your stair stringers in a very unorthodox way! Just should have researched how to layout a stair stringer! All you needed was a 2 ft. framing square to figure out your math. You should have made a template out of 1" thick material from the middle of the log you cut in half or just traced out a piece of scrap against the log! You could have figured out your stringers without lifting those logs over and over!!!! I have been a stair builder for 39 years. You measure your height which is called RISE and your length which is called RUN then you do your math from there. This would have given you your landing height the first time. Beautiful landing idea though!!!!

[@djmastergroove946]

I'm guessing it's beautifully warm in there with that incredible stove!? This is something else. Love it.

[@robertgarrett8805]

Love the way you take pride in your work...thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@kaybouie1972]

36:51 When your dog doesn't understand you, but supports you😅

[@anthonypoorman8332]

You’re truly a blessed craft man Nic, not very many like you are around anymore… really love how the stringers and treads turn out respect for sharing , beautiful well done job

[@MeinTubengucker]

With a lighter board as a template, it would probably have been easier with the stair stringers. - But the dog is great and so is the result!

[@donnamealy4877]

As if I wasn’t impressed already by how tightly your walls fit, you create this work of art of a staircase and landing. So beautiful using the tree base. I can hardly wait to see what’s next!

[@vanellusvanellus2076]

It is the most beatiful and artistic staircase I have ever seen! Many homeowners would probably be willing to pay large sums for you to install such a staircase in their home. Wow... Many love from Sweden!

[@glg3945]

So beautiful 😍 Your attention to detail is impressive. All the best. It is really nice. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family.

[@bornagainxcon4726]

God has blessed you with TRUE GRIT brother! Thank you for sharing it with us😍

[@massimojhs2298]

non ho parole, Hulk ti fa un baffo!!! un saluto a tutti d.M.

[@hankchambers8264]

I cringe so much when I see this guy do some of the things he does by himself with the logs! I get a sick feeling that he's going to be ending up dealing with a hernia somehow or some way. I hope not! I really love this man's passion for him and his family! Just absolutely amazing!

[@DanielGasserCom]

The children going in and out of your house, the dog feels at home. Everything looks so natural and obvious. You have created something wonderful and amazing. Are you even aware of that? Thanks again for sharing

[@JonSorensen]

Sun light coming thru the windows was just awesome in the cabin! Love that glass landing to. Your such a craftsman Nik!

[@TheWhiteSanatarium]

Wow such a beautiful staircase!

[@michaelshaw8160]

My great grandpa was in world war 1 got out of army then was a carpenter all his life he give you his hat off just the best shill you got it

[@lennyt-man4229]

Those are some beauty stairs there and especially the platform with the glass 👍👍

[@sreckopetrovic163]

I enjoyed watching the construction of this log cabin, congratulations and well done! Of course, arranging the interior.

[@richardlamar5010]

Nik, must be so satisfying to get this cabin to this point. Beautiful job. You are a great craftsman and family man to boot:). How you got those stair stringers to fit so perfectly and have the treads be level is beyond me!!!

[@grazynabobek3697]

oglądam od początku ,opanowanie , precyzja , cisza, dokładność - jesteś niesamowity .

[@randolphfriend8260]

💙 & I like your portable automatic hold-down weights! These will be precious rememberies as they grow. 😁

[@kennethlemke9826]

No one has your strong work ethic’s…your a true craftsman

[@Ninoy2059]

Nick, your hard work started paying off. Every day you getting closer from finish. Yeah, it may look to some viewers insane work since you lifting these big logs again and again to make sure they fit perfectly. It your determination to build something you and your family will enjoy and cherish for the rest of your life. Keep the good work. Best of luck to you to the end.