The UGLY TRUTH About Building YOUR DREAM HOME

[@glenn4871]

if i had paid for home delivery and then had to drive 90 miles to pick it up it would still be there with me then calling ikea for a full refund

[@DavidKirtley]

It's not just a house right now, it is also a video production set. It was unavoidable. If you had gone with open shelving, we would have shots of your underwear in the background of every video. I think it is funny to read all the comments that say you should have built it. Yeah, winter is breathing down your neck and you are going to stop, reorganize everything, design the wardrobe, mill the lumber, dimension the stock, cut out all the joinery, assemble, apply finish, move it upstairs, and then reconfigure everything again for the tasks at hand. All at the same time as you are finishing up the sealing of the house, getting the electrical more usable, finishing the driveway, and hooking up appliances. Oh yeah, you need to think about putting the chains back on the backhoe, build some steps so you can get in and out of the back door, finish the garage door installation, and install the venting for the dryer. All while you are trying to move forward with the construction, keep up the video production for daily videos, then edit and post the videos. Makes the Ikea look like a pretty good choice in time management.

[@Greengate777]

I love IKEA. Most of my stuff is from them. Sure the things they sell won't last a century, but they don't break the bank, they are of acceptable quality, and I don't expect it to last forever. Once in a while a change of decoration style is a good thing.

[@imacrazyguy5831]

They seriously made you come pick that up after paying $200 for shipping?!? Give them a call, get that crap refunded!! It only costs a hair over $100 to get freight delivery right to your door for loads that big.

[@lorisanford8515]

Yeah they said that Ikea was supposed to bring it to their house and set it up in any room they wanted but that did not happen they need to get their money back for sure

[@graceandglory1948]

You didn't have to take the time to explain all that, but you did and I appreciate it. Personally, I think you made the right decision.

[@gingin21jr]

Why so negativ with IKEA?

[@4wetpaws]

$200 for shipping and you got to drive 90 min to go get it. Why didn't they tell them that when they placed the order.

[@Hellsong89]

Its made out of literal cardboard and fiber board. The quality and durability is so bad that even half ass DIY version will be better and longer lasting. Also i dont know if this is general thing, but all couples i have known to go into IKEA seem to break up with in a year after the visit :D Also it tends to cost a guy quite a hefty sum.

[@ppulambe8311]

Ikea products are made with inferior materials the are designed to break over a short time. Thus causing you to spend more money.

[@onepup-pr3yl]

Exactly they chose to buy it because it served their purpose at that point in time, so why do they then need to trash the quality and design? it is what it is and Ikea does it very well.

[@PghFlip]

If i paid 200 for "delivery into the customer's choice of room" and then had to drive 90 miles * 2 to get it and bring it back AND have to load it, i'd be a little negative with Ikea as well.

[@55Rumble]

I've had an Ikea wardrobe for 12 years and only recently, we have been thinking of replacing it with a "Built-in" unit. Nothing wrong with Ikea....

[@suzisaintjames]

I'm usually the one to stick up for your choices. But, after your lengthy IKEA rant, I certainly feel like a third rate citizen for liking IKEA. Even my solid oak bookcase (not IKEA) has an almost cardboard back. Engineering wise you don't need more. Even the best custom closets use partical board shells with real wood faces and doors. But I'm going to hold my rant until you order your kitchen and garage built-ins and get a chance to see what's out there. 😫🌞🌵

[@tomparker5993]

As a home remodeler, I've installed a surprising amount of knock-down type cabinetry over the years. While I agree with your sentiments about IKEA type furniture, I think you'll find it surprisingly durable (I did a kitchen 6-7 years ago that still looks and functions as well as when installed). Just be careful if you need to move it because that's when it's like to break

[@lazyjackass77]

I wish I had your pleasant demeanor. Fighting the unexpected bads with humor is a better option than lowered standards or throwing a tantrum lol. Ya'll seem happy and that is fantastic. People learn a lot more than homesteading on this channel. You are improving the world through the video documentation of the construction and nurturing of your wonderful home. Thank you for diligently chronicling your amazing journey!

[@pbcoupons]

In our market place, Ikea furniture has a good resale market, as long as it's in decent shape. So, while everything ends up in the landfill over time, these can hold up well. When IKEA came to our town we didn't think much of them and their furniture. But then our young girls needed bedroom furniture that didn't cost too much so we opted for IKEA. At the same time an IKEA larger couch was within our budget and we decided to buy it. It's still in really good condition 10 years later. We now have two beds, (one of which we bought with bengal cats in mind as cats can go behind the bed and sit (vulture) on the headboard) 1 couch, 2 large closets, 4 dressers and two footstools later and I'd say we like the furniture for it's cost effectiveness and functionality. Bonus, our marriage survived with the putting together of all of those things :):) As an aside, when we were growing up each of our sets of parents bought really nice expensive furniture. But when the time came to downsize there was a big disappointment with these parents in how little their expensive furniture was now worth. To me this makes the IKEA furniture even more appealing.

[@offgridsweden]

Well, IKEA is not the most rigid but it's not so expensive if you live in Sweden, don't know about the US. Have an amazing Christmas holiday, Andreas from Off Grid Sweden 🇸🇪

[@peterevenhuis2663]

I also built my own house and used IKEA. After a 7 years use I am still happy

[@robthomas7232]

Well with 38 billion euros global revenue for 2018 I guess Ikea must be doing something right.

[@samsam3499]

Your doing the right thing in building without a mortgage. I did the same thing while working full time and in the end we had the resources to pay for a large part of our two son's college costs, have some great holidays, and overall had a sense of freedom not having a high house debt and interest payments. Keep up the good work, the sense of accomplishment when finished is great. It was a five year journey for us.

[@norahjarman6156]

Jesse, you don’t need to apologize for buying Ikea products. You wouldn’t believe how happy our whole city was when Ikea opened a store here! My husband built me an Ikea craft room and I LOVE it! I can’t believe how lucky I am. Someday when you have most of the house completed you can build your own furniture. You have enough to do at the moment, so don’t beat yourself up over this. We’ve been enjoying your videos for over a year and we’re so impressed with your perseverance and workmanship, both you and Alyssa. Take some time off to enjoy the holidays a little and we’ll be watching you in the new year as long as you post videos. Keep up the good work and Happy Holidays!

[@eagle1de227]

i have to admit that we are Ikea fans. but i was never aware that it could be so much fun to watch other people build (nearly) the same furniture we have built. nice work guys!

[@thomasjohnson8643]

I don't get it. Even after reviewing this video I still don 't get it. If you paid for shipping why in the heck are you loading t he product? Why dis you need to travel anyplace to get the product. They way O see it they need to pay you. You just paid them for doing their work.

[@alexaxline6093]

I think that massive unit needs to be mounted on a wheeled skid so when construction starts on walls and what not you can wheel it out of the way. My opinion. Cause that thing is huge

[@tbbw]

I love the ikeas instructions for one reason... they are drawn/written so "even a mentally challenged person should be able to understand them"... so you go "Ah this will be easy!" and then you get stuck on something you quiet don't understand... and you go "Oh snap... guess i'm mentally challenged now".

[@J8son206]

Bugaboo is the best cat ever, and to bad his wardrobe didn’t come with wheels.:)

[@darriusw]

The first lesson I learned as an adult. Good, fast, cheap. Pick two. You will always have to let something go and there is nothing wrong with that.

[@BoomStickTactical]

You guys need to get the exterior of the house covered. Get the siding on before you end up replacing the sheeting

[@michaeldeckert6023]

I can tell you I have worked for 5 major LTL trucking company in the US over 40 years. FedEx, CWX, Old Dominion, & R&L Carriers. I was the sales executive who sold companies like Ikea our services to ship. No way any of these companies will bring you freight to your door. One driver one truck can't do this where you are. Also you brought up the no roads that are paved yesterday.? I would be surprised if anybody brings you LTL freight to your door. So when you buy your next products and it's supposed to be home delivered you explain exactly where you live and ask from your money back. Always ask is it docked delivery or home delivery?

[@OlavvanGerven]

Our experience with IKEA is okay. No, it is not the best quality you can get, and yes, you have to put it together yourself and no, you cannot move from house to house more then once taking your IKEA cupboards BUT If you need storage, like the simple designs, if you do not intend to move every six months, IKEA is getting you what you need. We have PAX in our house too, standing there since 15 years, no bigger problems.

[@RenHoek2k5]

C'mon guys... GIve IKEA a little cred. The ease at which those soft-close hinges attach to the doors was ingenious vs. what did this system set you back?

[@cjdixon7132]

I have been following this channel for a few years and frankly did not know how little I knew about building a house. Thanks for sharing your journey and keep making great videos.

[@mrbeau68]

you guys need to quit focussing on the negetive opinions and stay focused on your dreams thats why we watch to be a part of your adventures. so keep doing (YOUR) thing not ours and we will be here on yalls builds and canning and trips. Love ya .

[@Random9409]

I work at ikea, and i have assembled a LOT of furniture including many Pax wardrobes. Yet i'm still fascinated watching you guys building yours.

[@PhotonHerald]

Keep your eye on the prize. Build the house, do it right. Don't get distracted from it.

[@flick22601]

Buy a crate of casters and build dollys to permanently attach your furniture to. You're going to be moving that stuff around a lot until your finished.

[@r.blakehole932]

I was thinking the same thing after seeing them put the new closet right against a wall with a non-installed electrical run right behind it. I was thinking, they are going to just get the closet filled up and....

[@DaveSabol]

Ah yes! The triple constraints! You can have it good and fast but it won't be cheap. You can also have it cheap and good but it won't be fast. Finally, you can have it fast and cheap, but it won't be good. Pick your poison. P.S. While IKEA has its shortcomings, I'm still a fan. Functional, inexpensive and relatively durable (at least based on a few pieces that we've used consistently for the past 8-10 years).

[@Richard.D]

Guys you have done an excellent job on your forever home so far, you never have to defend yourselves in the decisions you make, if others do not like chosen decisions, then that's up to them, I love the progress you have made so far, keep up the good work!!

[@carita.04]

As a swede, heats it in the heart ,when you choose Ikea. Merry christmas and Happy new year to you, from a snow covered and moderately cold Sweden.

[@theresathreadgill1386]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!

[@jiml7401]

I guess I don't understand why you would be moving in furniture and beds and whatever else?......all you have is an interior shell that hasn't even been roughed in for electrical, plumbing, drywall, not to mention a multitude of other things! How in the world do think that's going to work out?

[@paulcopeland9035]

Umm, Two years in the rv! WTF do you think?

[@Grimes60]

Our house didn’t have closets, our IKEA closets have been awesome for 15 yrs, Walmart brand not so much

[@Barbarra63297]

I think Bug A Boo has decided to be an indoor cat, at least in the winter.

[@justinbrost275]

I think the information you covered in this :) is really important for people to hear. So many that I've talked to over the last 40 years, think they'll build they're own house. How hard can it be?? Build some walls, put on a roof, run some electrical, insulate, sheetrock, paint and move in. You tow are showing that it is a LOT more involved, and difficult, than what most people think. Thank You.

[@JohnBorkowski]

Stop beating yourselves up. Its Ikea... It will last long enough for you to get the rest done. Then you can build your own furniture.

[@ronaldgaska4480]

The snow looks like a winter wonderland for Christmas. Your dream is going to come true. Glad your keeping organized. Bug-a-boo has surely settled into the house. Love your 3 am / 4 am videos here in Groton/New London coastal Connecticut in Southern New England.

[@matthewpitchford1529]

If you want to build a beautiful home you better be able to spend some money. Simply put. Doesn't matter how you put in to it.

[@egoTheJudge]

There is nothing wrong with IKEA. My entire home office is furnished from there and people constantly tell me how nice it is. And the quality of the furniture is fine as long as you aren't a slob and take care of it.

[@mmccoy333]

Some people can only afford IKEA, maybe low quality to you but to me it is a great affordable solution. Good luck moving it around as you try to drywall and such. 🎄🇨🇦🎄

[@videos10]

I never hear them or mention them talk about current price of where they are at with their house.. has anyone caught it?

[@kirbyspencer538]

I totally get your 'compromise', but got by well with worse than that wardrobe in my college days. I would have suggested some cinder block and mdf shelving and any old pipe to hold the hanger stuff - no 'box', no doors. If you are going temporary, then go temporary, not sorta temporary. Now - let's go wire the SIPs.

[@jonassvard8019]

Hi, Jesse and Alyssa. As a Swede, it is especially fun to watch a video describing how you put together IKEA furniture. As you may suspect, it is a bit of our everyday life in Sweden. What I personally like about IKEA is that you can choose whether you want their furniture to be a permanent interior in your life or just a temporary one depending on your financial abilities/preferences. In Sweden, we have different websites that deal with used items and it makes it easier if you have only intended to have IKEA's furniture as a temporary solution. If you only take care of the furniture, there is always someone who is willing to inherit them when you are done with them yourself. I would like to wish you a continued fantastic journey in your construction of your dream home. Sincerely Jonas

[@mariarobles1041]

I like your closet. Maybe I'm weird, but I don't see nothing wrong with that one. Houses need storage everywhere and life is to short to be a perfectionist in everything!!

[@RenyonParis]

This is the first time I comment on your video because it's the first time I'm sad while watching. You do not have to be disgusted with your choice. You have found a durable and effective solution that will allow you to build the house of your dreams to continue. You still have a lot to do. Courage to both of you.

[@karenthompson1677]

why the prejudice over ikea, if you take care of the furniture it will probably last 30 years. ikea is not cheap and nasty.

[@carstengrove6214]

Are you going to wrap your house to prevent the osb from getting wet and damp over winter?

[@paulcopeland9035]

No.

[@92804dv]

"Some turney stuff and a hittie thing" - LOVE IT!!

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

Little tip! There's nothing stopping you replacing the hardboard backing on Ikea items with quarter-inch ply! It makes them feel a ton more robust, and if you screw it onto a glued-in batten frame instead of pinning it to the carcass it can make them last five times as long. It's a kinda combination of handmade and flatpack that works within a budget but gets you something better.

[@jamesk1619]

Tip: Add glue to the dowels and the joints.. they will last a little longer and even help them stay together when moving them around. It won't be a great bond but it does help. This works especially well with drawer bottoms.

[@geraldguyette470]

The truth may be ugly but, but, but your dream is a beautiful thing!!! Don't weaken...stay strong it gets better.

[@ekzu12321]

WOW! That cupboard really shows how large this house is! That ceiling is way higher than it showed on camera before the comparison! That house will look soo good when it's finished.

[@marshasmith6320]

I love the new closet. So nice to have organization. Hopefully I’ll get my house organized one day. Love the videos guys. I look forward to them every day. Hope you two have a Merry Christmas!!🎄

[@Handl3sAreStupid]

Ikea furniture is great. I don't have time to build furniture, and Ikea is cheap and lasts. Nothing bad about having some nice cheap furniture.

[@SteveBoyer10]

Yeah I'm a big fan of a lot of IKEA stuff. Some of it is cheap but a lot of their cabinetry is very high quality.

[@chrishelms1967]

1st....... and dont beat yourselves up, it a great compromise and can be used in a spare room or mud room when the house is done

[@lorisanford8515]

Using it in the mud room is a great idea

[@yhnbgt365]

One of my favorite cartoons shows a bag of flour, a salt shaker,, a sugar bowl, two eggs, baking soda, a stick of butter, and a bottle of milk. The caption said, "Happy birhday Ikea, here is your cake. Put it together yourself."

[@brianroyer8375]

Did anyone else notice how Bugaboo became an indoor cat just like that? lmao Keep up the good work.

[@desertpillar5286]

I think IKEA has a lot of marketing potential to do here in the US. I'm a Swede living in SF and your attitude towards IKEA reflects that of what I've seen most people have. I think the doubt is not really originating from reality though because if you buy the high end IKEA stuff you get close to the best quality you can get on the market, but for a fraction of the price. Lots of local furniture firms make these ridiculously expensive pieces that still are poorly made with low quality. But because they have a high price tag, people seem to believe that it must be good. In Sweden, most families buy IKEA furniture for the things IKEA are really good at. 1) Kitchen cabinets - few manufacturers beat them here. 2) Wardrobes - for the reasons you describe, and 3) Beds - really high quality that will last you at least 15 years. Sofas and other furniture is sort of "meh" and sure you can find ok things, but here I would recommend looking elsewhere. :) Anyways, my 2 cents (since you didn't ask) ;)

[@wantblackwolf]

If you really wanted to make a sacrifice you would of bought something at Walmart for a 1/3 of the price. $600+ for something temporary is not a sacrifice. Hell one of those metal wire closets you buy off the shelf for $30 would of been the real sacrifice.

[@rethinkscience8454]

I can believe in the U.S the land of litigation they would allow someone to wire their own house - in Qld Australia you would be fined $30 000 for unlicensed electrical work and your house would have no insurance. If someone was electrocuted on your property you would be charged with manslaughter. And to think you tried to install a generator lethally wrong. Leave it up to a contractor who knows what to do.

[@jimkey920]

I have been to IKEA a twice. I bought a wall for TV and books. It was expedient at the time. I moved it only one time. After 5 years it was trash. Moving in to the house has been good to both of you. You now have more color and a better complexion. Alyssa has regained the face she had 3 years ago. Not that there was ever a deficiency of good looks and intelligence. The assembling of the Armoir will be helpful to some. It was nostalgic for many, including me. Many times i would do things differently from you choices and solutions but respect your solutions which, ultimately, work out. By the way: Alyssa's editing and musical back ground for this video is, simply fantastic!

[@yakplanet42]

Love watching you 'build' Ikea, which most people take as an accomplishment, whilst you are in the HOUSE that you built!!

[@jeanweeg2931]

I really like my Ikea products, that is until, my cat had a bladder infection and decided it was best to pee on the carpet next to my Ikea dresser. Unfortunately the pressboard absorbed the urine and I have a forever memory of her infection.

[@mgardne4]

This is not about your furniture!! I was thinking about your Wood Stove and how you could move it into the new house with out putting a hole in ANY of the sips! This would be temporary. You could build a through window pass with plywood, cement board and the through wall thimble. basically build this "window Plug" to fit inside the double hung window you could then pile the chimney through the plug and then be able to use the stove to heat your house until you get the radiant floor installed. Just my 2 cents!! I live in upstate NY and we deal with 210" of snow each season and I love heat!!! and would love to have that dry warm cozy air in the house to enjoy after dealing with the winter!!

[@angelacross2216]

I dare say if your sips have been made by ikea you would be way ahead of where you are right now.

[@carolsuesamuelson7935]

Loved the music and snow at the start of your upload today. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Merry Christmas. After the roof the new year should be a snap!

[@alglenewinkel47]

We had to move into our house 3 years ago because our old house sold sooner than we thought it would. We still have the temporary floors and countertops in our kitchen. Our laundry room still doesn't have doors and some of the doors don't have molding around them.

[@xavier1278]

So what’s the plan for the RV? Are you planning on keeping it for awhile or selling it off?

[@robertekis2450]

Wow, $700 for compressed, glued oatmeal a wardrobe with cardboard backing and a simplistic design. I don't know how those guys at Ikea can sleep at night. My experience with that crap is that it disintegrates after a while no matter how well you take care of it. Also, it's impossible to move, so if you sell your house later on, just burn that garbage.

[@murraywagnon1841]

It looks nice! . . . (from Monterey). When I bought my house there was a cabinet like that in the garage. I re-enforced the back and bottom with plywood, put casters on the bottom and put it in my shed. It works well for storing my tools, fasteners etc.

[@michelewhitewolf1298]

You folks are doing the best with what you have to work with. Using even 1/4 " plywood for the back of the cabernet when you repurpose your closet will make things so much sturdier than the normal material. Also a touch of wood glue on the dowl pins also will really help in reassembly. This is an appropriate fix for your needs at this time and this can be reused in an office or light duty storage closet not in your main living area. Keeping it out of the land fill.

[@Homeinspectorsny]

This reminds me when I ordered my spiral staircase.I was shipped common carrier curb side delivery.When I called to see where my item was.They said I could pick it it up at the terminal.well I get there and they said they can not locate it.They ask me to describe my item.What you guys lost a stair case.Yep they sure did.

[@thordehr]

When you put that stuff together, use glue. Trust me. And narrow crown stapler instead of the little nails they give you for the backings.

[@lumpyg63ipod]

You guys are amazing! Not afraid to try anything yourselves and so willing to learn and then apply by doing yourself. I so wish I lived closer as I am an electrician with over 30 years experience that would love to help you wire your house. Keep up the great work! I was wondering how you feel about your diesel truck and if you have any comments good or bad comparing to a gas truck. Always look forward to your videos!!!

[@sanctifiedcustoms]

the saying is = there ain't nothing more permanent than a temporary fix

[@videos10]

🤣🤣🤣nice

[@THEMASTEROFYOU2000]

Once again a huge Thank You for sharing your future memories with us all!. Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!

[@stevetrue9902]

Why don’t you answer any comments. Did you fix the electric box outside

[@Ergonommajsan]

Can't see if someone else has written this but as a swede and with a lot of experience of assembling IKEA furniture and clothing cabinets the big secret is to disassemble the cabinets if you're going to move them up- or downstairs or to another house. Put a big towel underneath and push/pull gently from side to side if moving it to another place on the same floor. And this will help you to keep the cabinets useable for a relatively long time. Easy peasy-ish 😊

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I bought this HUGE office desk "system" that was just gigantic. It took up an entire wall in length, had all these storage shelves and an attached printer desk. It took four days to assemble and almost cost me my marriage. We were broken people when it was all said and done. *NEVER* again.

[@rrrobeltnest7295]

when assembling cheap cabinets i use a lot of wood glue everywhere you can it really helps.

[@ewabergmanholmberg2184]

Why all negative talk about IKEA? I have furnitures from IKEA which I bought several years ago .. there´s nothing wrong with them! They have been in the childrens room without any problems. So you can relax, you can keep that furniture for a very long time :-) Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you both

[@bruceaugustine6486]

I guess it would seem to me that you would need a back up generator that was about 12 kw to run your house in an outage, live a Kohler or Winco that automatically turn on when power goes out and turn off when power is restored usually available for $3300.-$4500.

[@rodneyprimm2526]

Hi guys, apsolutly wonderful ! Thanks for sharing your dreams with us. You are making such Head way. One step forward and no steps back. Greetings from Galveston Texas. Merry Christmas!

[@readtheinstructions1407]

Do you guys have a floor plan figured out yet for the upstairs, (everything above the garage) and have you showed that to everybody yet so I could see it? If not, any chance you could show us if you do know what your floor plan will be? Thanks!

[@richardhjones5576]

Wondering what you will do with all the things your putting in the second floor when you start putting in the tubing in the floor and the flooring installation?

[@MikeC19100]

IKEA stuff can last a lot longer than you think it will. We have our guest bedroom outfitted with IKEA furniture and it’s done fine for the last 11 years. When you get your forever closet built, you may want to consider repurposing the wardrobe down to the area by the washer and dryer. That would give you space for the extra bulky winter clothes while also giving you a place hang clothes while they air dry. The drawers could also become a home for the things you use with the washer & dryer unit like detergent, stain remover stuff, heavy-duty hand cleaner for the sink etc.

[@jimhuntman]

why not just frame up a closet with 2x4s in your future bedroom and put up a wooden rod?

[@SBFay01]

Why not? Because that kind of "temporary becomes permanent".

[@kneckarn]

As a Swede I would recommend you to use wood glue on the dowels when assembling ikea furniture. It’s not in the instructions, it’s just a Swedish secret for building lasting ikea furniture ;)

[@4philipp]

Idealistic views rarely survive reality and there will always be compromise. The biggest mistake I see is that you decided on a house that’s way too big even though you might feel it was a compromise as well. Be that as it may, it’s what you have now and you are doing a great job with it. IKEA does the job, and since it won’t last forever, it’s not a temporary becomes permanent scenario

[@mjj003]

The house looks bigger than it actually is. Go back and look at old videos. I think the main living area is 1000-1200 sq ft. Its easy to be critical but these two work and we are just watching them work. But last time I checked 1200 sq ft is not a very big house.

[@paulcopeland9035]

The house is 1400 sg ft. Sounds about right to me.

[@joederochemont6219]

I have that same Deluth shirt. I love the gussets. They are expensive in my opinion but with Christmas & birthday I end up with several. I think the Ikea closet looks fine guys. The great thing about that piece is when you no longer need it, it can go in the garage, for storage, tools etc. You'll get use out of it. Store all Alyssas canning stuff

[@netgod3com-FUYouTube]

14:05 You replaced the clamp in the needed tools with Beer, bravo!

[@alexisbrown7341]

I think that was soda?

[@johnkrim8377]

I don't think you should have any reason to fret over your living accommodations or means to cook a meal in the house, all you have to do is picture in your mind what people in some of the third world countries have to live in or means to cook a meal and you will feel like a king and queen in your castle. Move into the house and keep pushing ahead and I'm sure all will end well.👷🏻🚽 50 year retired plumber 🎅🏽&🎉

[@yellowboy1866]

As soon as you get something warm in the pull out trays the cat will be into it. A sleeping tower made for the cat, Thanks, Mum and Dad.

[@neilhillman6130]

You are doing a great job on building a fantastic home. You have come so far don't start buying cheap crap. If you have to take a little more time to buy quality then take the time. Enjoy the journey and you will have the greatest memories of building your dreams. It took my wife and I 20 years to build our dream home and guess what we are returning and were going to start building our retirement dream home in the wilderness. God bless an keep moving forward one day at a time.

[@mshandvrktrmetal1240]

We are from Denmark and we often buy IKEA furniture. The quality is not high, but you get a lot- and nice furniture for less money. Sometime I strengthen the furniture with additional screws, but often it is not necessary. IKEA furniture are fine if you not a millionaire!!! In reality It is not about spending a lot of money, but have furniture with at lot of space, nice looking and a lot of options for a low price. Last thing, when you mount handles, you can buy handles-templates a IKEA. Thanks for you videos. Love the nature around you. We live next to the ocean, but miss the mountains og the smell of trees and milled wood.

[@Sqeptick]

As we built our house over the last year, I bought plenty from Ikea. But our wardrobes we ordered from Gothic Furniture because Ikea's selection of wardrobes wasn't up to par. Check them out if it's not too late.

[@brainvom1t]

I love how you guys think. You use relentless rational thought and consideration to move yourself along or keep you in one place to avoid mistakes. Flawless guys keep it up!! You are an inspiration for us who want to build our own homes.

[@alectrondorfman1057]

I had a client out of Europe that was making flat pack furniture mostly childrens room stuff, but also office desk sets and credenza systems. These were not made with cardboard and were composed of high quality materials. I ended up with a set for my office at home. Despite the high quality materials they were assembled with twist locks. Therein lies the rub. Those twist locks will work themselves loose over time and while doing so they ream the hole so that they become unable over time to tighten the bond between panels. Therefore if you ever have to disassemble and move a set you are contributing to the demise of the set. My suggestion is to put those units together and glue and screw them letting the twist locks act as clamps just to keep them together while doing this.