Building a MEZZANINE in our off-grid Stone Cottage

[@theoriginhomestead]

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[@mrjus80]

you have the bottles the wrong way round, when the bottle is down it only blows when the propellant is gone, so the bottle must be upside down

[@paintedpreppers-airguns]

Oh man, I just got straight on my phone so I could be the 1 to point that out bah beat me 🤣🤣

[@posttoasty7552]

Yep, bottles need to be upside down to work properly.

[@gl2856]

Argh well I’m sure it says that on the tin but it will be in Portuguese , so live and learn guys

[@getgoing-cv]

Won't the ceiling/roof get in the way?

[@andyp7813]

@@getgoing-cv Worse case, you can use a longer bit of hose.

[@aidenjohns8248]

Spray foam works best when can is upside down, in the location you are trying to do, might have to extend the hose on the can, and give it full beans when you spray! pedal to the metal, no half squeezin, full throttle the foam mixes better and expands more, but every day is a school day.... and it is looking ace, keep it up..

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

I went through the pains of learning DIY techniques. Never ever ever get down on yourselves. At least you're not afraid to try and to learn. 👍👍👍

[@dougquaid]

Hi Dan, you could install guttering along the edges of the roof, with a down pipe, into an IBC, and recycle all the rainwater, 😜

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

True and even if you don't use the roof water for human consumption it's great for watering the plants and garden.

[@serenashaw-q3y]

You are so right to get the mezzanine built first. Well done to you both for dealing with the summer heat for so long in the van. What a difference when you can sleep in the stone house. I wish you luck, and hope the build goes smoothly.

[@hawk-247]

Great work Laura and Dan, if we all knew everything there would be no learning and knowledge gained! As I have said before if homesteading was that easy everyone would be doing it. You are both working towards your own goals of having a homestead that “YOU” made!. “Keep the faith” and continue to look after each other.

[@cedricpaulmizzi1107]

HI Laura & Dan you need to use the spray foam upside down for the best result.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Printed instructions on the can probably say that. When first learning DIY my father said to always read instructions first because they are there for a good reason. He was right. 😀

[@SueWilson-wl7lr]

Not if they cant read Portuguese ​@@wileycoyotesr8623

[@jenniferstrachan7084]

@@wileycoyotesr8623But as they bought the foam in Portugal the instructions were also in Portuguese so not easy to read if you are not familiar with the language

[@RCY_DE]

@@jenniferstrachan7084I guess they could use goggle translate

[@faithvansanden82]

At least you are trying as they say you learn by your mistakes. Can't wait for the next video ❤

[@sandratweedale2579]

Just adore the pair of you. Wishing you great success in everything you dream of. You’re terrific young people. Lotsa love and respect from Ottawa Canada 🇨🇦 ❤

[@alicekenworthy9603]

Excellent job on sanding the wood Dan … 👍👍 it’s going to look so good once you’ve got it all secured. So glad to hear you made the right choice about getting the mezzanine installed now so that you can enjoy your cozy cabin irrespective of the weather. As usual I just love your humour and your honesty with respects to your capabilities … however with that being said you’ve really improved the homestead so much from the time you got into the land … and that’s what we can all agree on!! Durban SA🇿🇦

[@brettroux4691]

We were all young once....only difference is our parents and siblings knew our struggles learning living......you 2 are sharing it and that takes courage.........I sometimes feel I want to tap you guys on the shoulder and say maybe this way.....then few minutes later you guys get it sorted......love the way you are growing I didn't grow as fast......I would probably still be pooping in the woods......

[@CC-xk6cp]

Hi again L&D ...but look how much you've learned!! You're figuring things out and making it work. Thinking you're doing a great job and the outcome will be WOW! Looking forward to next week so keep on. Thx as always for sharing. God bless

[@Anita-n7c7n]

You two are doing a fantastic job with your stone home. The roof is beautiful, well done! I love watching you both at work and overcoming obstacles. Brilliant team work. 💐👍❤

[@davidkeys1879]

Y’all are doing a fine job. When you don’t know and can’t it figure out you’re not afraid to ask for help. ❤❤

[@clairedesbois4650]

Hi Dan and Laura…. I’m so excited for you both as you are a step closer to fulfilling your dreams! Love your videos as there is always something that happens to make me chuckle! Take care of each other…. ❤

[@dankevin1]

You 2 are doing a great job in the farm , May God send you rain of blessings. ❤❤

[@lesliesouthern]

Thanks!

[@Old-Biker-Dude]

Hey kids. Really enjoying watching your plight to create your off-grid home there at the land. My wife and I patiently wait for each episode every week. I have a YT channel myself but I sure wish I had your filmography skills. We even enjoy watching your ads that you do for your sponsors. We send our very best.Keep up the good work!

[@Daytona2]

Looks like you're all tooled up 👌 Nice lumps of timber

[@Hamata68]

The roof looks great guys, also beautiful wood to use for your project. Can't wait to see it finished.👌👊

[@Cathy-ty3fp]

Hi kids look at Ewan and Clarissa’s pallet bedroom and toilet, would be such a cheap extension to your bungalow and give you both soooo much room xx

[@racebanning6390]

You Are the Best Do it yurself Channel👍👍👍. Learn by doing!! Thats Real Life, and thats where most of us live.

[@MichaelAcres]

We love your videos guys, i assume you are still in the UK, we hope you are both well and hopefully are soon to be able to return to your home Take care Michael and Carol.❤

[@michellemcleod80]

Your both doing an amazing job building your home together. Onto the mezzanine! Exciting times. Im sure it will look fab.

[@louisemcmahon900]

Well I for one think you guys are 'Gold Standard'. The Barn is really looking like home now, you both continue to do an awesome job making your home come to life. The mortar around the top looks brilliant, who needs silly spray foam anyway 😂

[@marleenenmarcelhoremans6636]

Samen vormen jullie een mooi stel , jullie proberen zoveel mogelijk zelfstandig te doen maar hebben helemaal geen ervaring . Ik geef jullie een goed raad , bekijk op KZbin filmpjes hoe je het moet doen en dit zal je zeker helpen . Het zal hierdoor veel makkelijker gaan en het zou je veel ellende besparen . Ik wens jullie veel geluk en een fijne zomer toe . Succes . Groetjes Marcel en marleentje uit België ❤

[@Lifesgood427]

You both do really well there, there are a lot of people wouldn’t even try, your doing ok, onwards and upwards!

[@grahamalastairkrebs2241]

Hello Dan and Laura, thanks for a new video. Yes, Expanded Foam is not a easy product to use. And any case it goes brownish orange how older it get's and that would looks nice later on. Render are your best choice. Enjoy your day and evening. Can't wait for the next video.

[@ourvan.ourway]

I’ve loved the progress over the last few weeks. It’s really starting to take shape now. Just remember, you’re both doing an amazing job. Well done to you both

[@tinanieborg787]

great job guys, its getting better and better, you learn a lot just by doing it.

[@leafcutter333]

Cheers to you two! I so enjoy your honesty, humility, and work ethic. You have a lovely place there and it will only get better with your creativity and love. Thanks for sharing!

[@terrytongacan6042]

Lovely rainbow, good shot.❤

[@adrianward7888]

Laura you need to set some ground rules for Dan, NO lawnmowers in the lounge 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@leannamiddlebrooks3416]

It is so exciting to see the progress! I really love that y’all are still so down to earth and share your successes and mistakes with us. Keep up the good work!

[@lettieolivier8127]

Hi hi! What I like about your channel, is the fact that you show all your struggles and 🎉.....it is so real. Not polished, free of hiccups. I learn through your mistakes. Then I celebrate your outcomes with you. Good work, guys🎉🎉🎉

[@maureenlowther7621]

Hi Laura & Dan, you are getting on so well with the barn can’t wait to see the mezzanine come to life.❤️❤️

[@luisaleonardi666]

Wow,Dan and Laura!! You're progressing very well. In no time you will be living in your so well equipped home. All the very best for all you're planning ❤

[@petro3441]

Wow beautiful dubble rainbow❤❤❤❤

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

Wow, beautiful rainbows.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Dan, you can build sawhorses from pallets. Google it. Probably on KZbin too. They are sturdy and will get those beam up to wait height for planing. Easy on you and better looking product. 😃

[@neutonrenda2303]

Seeing the old roofing sheets I thought that it might be an idea to either replace the old bathroom cladding, or build a new one, using those. It would surely help to keep the critters and snakes out. I've seen them being used, like your shower, and looking really good.👍

[@AhaAha-n4g]

Perfect video👍 God luck from 🇸🇪

[@escapetoruralwales]

You two are a proper team. I love it. Thanks so much for sharing everything with us. Your video editing skills is second to none too. ❤

[@victortuten4399]

Fake it to you make it! I use a chainsaw a LOT for making cuts, that one wasn't working correctly. I have to ask, was the chain on backwards?? It should have been tossing sawdust, not making a tidy pile under the wood. Still, you guys will make it look good in the end as always!

[@virginiajorgensen8614]

Everything is coming together so nicely. The mezzanine will be a great place to sleep. We did the same thing.

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅, Guys, probably somebody has already mentioned it but the cans are supposed to be used upside down, 🙃, what you doing is actually releasing the gas out of it which propels the foam when it comes out, I know it’s difficult, but the result is only using the can upside down, I have made myself a extension many years ago so I could get the can upside down but away from the ceiling, it is very time-consuming trying to do it correctly, good luck carry on watching, 👀

[@coraannetoledo-merritt1220]

Maybe consider putting in a pair sky lights also for air. Nick would help you.

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅, Guys, you probably already sorted it, but when dividing your beam/wood, you deduct your thickness of your beans that you are going to insert, so what you do, you had all the thickness of your beams together, then you deduct the total amount of beams from the length of the long beam you’re going to set them in, so just say for sake there’s five beams deduct those five beams from the total length, and then that length what you come up with what is left you then divide that into any beams you push across, I hope you can understand this, France,

[@silvieb2024]

Beautiful double rainbow. 😊

[@blessedmwsmom]

How exciting to finally be working on the mezzanine! And that double rainbow was so beautiful!!

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅, Guys, probably somebody has already mentioned it but the cans are supposed to be used upside down, 🙃, something else I forgot to mention you want to leave the foam for at least two or three days before you start putting your mortar in front of it, as the heat from the Sun will make it expand even more and push your mortar out, good luck, France.

[@mariabooth697]

As long as you 2 are happy that's all that counts and you're honest keep doing a great job love your vlogs ❤️

[@NgNg-p5c]

Keep going guys!👍

[@AlanMottram-fp8pu]

Mrjuss is correct the can has to be upside down with the knowledge or straw at the bottom😂

[@andrewwatson5346]

Well done on getting the roof on, as you said you wished to be IN and mezzanine up to avoid the higher temperatures in The van… in my experience it is hotter to sleep on a raise platform near the ceiling than on the floor. The heat beats down on the metal/composite roof panels and without ventilation can be hotter up there.

[@karenabendshien846]

You're doing great, the learning is part of the journey!

[@QuinasGaming]

see you next week

[@pannetierj-l2510]

Faire de ses mains et réaliser quelque chose, c’est déjà très bien ...Kisses from an old French man alone❤

[@michaelhewlett4401]

The thing is people don't watch 4 tips just about your progression on the land and cottage many a time if u done it live u would have thousands saying no no no do it 5his way some things u do r right track but don't do enough learning best way but it is fun good luck 🎉🎉❤

[@AttachedFileDracula]

Hi again! Just saw the wood post sanding! GORGEOUS! Much love from the ADD subscriber ;-)

[@GenXEva]

I totally feel ya. I am currently building out a tiny house on my own. Absolutely no previous experience. It's a hair outta square and half a bubble off of plumb but it's mine and I am learning as I go.

[@rockabillycatz]

You two are doing a impeccable job just amazing watching how you get around awkward areas well done 👏👍🇬🇧

[@rhonaanderson3820]

Love you guys!!! I would employ the bodgers, they are lovely people and they could bodge along with me. 😂❤

[@barryshort4203]

Give Theo and Bee a ring, and they will advise you on installing a mezzanine floor. I love the programme and accents

[@neutonrenda2303]

Can't wait to see how it goes.❤

[@KarbeMs]

Expanding foam is designed with the packaging facing up, not down. With a pistol it is easier but always with the packaging facing downwards.

[@chelu4u]

I'm glad y'all are back 🎉

[@lieuwina]

A beautiful double rainbow fantastic shot. Glad yo are doing the mezzanine. Can not wait till next week to see what you will have been up to in the build. Have a lovely day.

[@juanitakauffman6336]

U are making good progress on your home.

[@lindagage7315]

Looking forward for the reveal!

[@karengraham9425]

You both are do a good job x❤

[@heatherfitzgerald329]

Roof looks soo good ❤

[@patriciabrawner3717]

Enjoyed your video thanks for sharing your stone house is really looking great.

[@annhopper6959]

You are going to have to stop calling it the barn and start calling it our new home! Really enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing them! Best of luck from Vancouver Canada

[@billiegutierrez2506]

We’ve used spray foam and it’s a pain in the butte. Your really coming along before you know it you’ll have your house done can hardly wait to see it.

[@pedrojmorais]

You'll need more light, the window with bricks on the bottom, you'll need to replace it with sliding window doors, or a window with transparent bricks on bottom. Wish you the best.

[@Tumbleweed5150]

I have found that you can't really re-use spray foam, as the foam fills the tube and stops more from coming out. One needs to use all of the foam once started or realize one will either need a new top, (which I'm not sure they sell seperately), or know you'll waste whatever is left in the bottle. Oh...someone else pointed out that one needs to tip the bottle upside down, though I hadn't heard that one before.

[@rolandclass8418]

You guys should not used spray foam anyway, it is toxic and shitty to work with, expensive and just not the right kind of material to use when you work on a traditionally build house, always try to use things they are more simple to work with and sometimes you even find them in nature for free and it way more rewarding doing it this way, not criticizing you it is just a well meant comment to remind you why you living in the country, why you choosing a lifestyle you decided on , it is for your future projects a good start to do things in a natural way, it is also important for a healthy planet and healthy way of living, when I look at you and watching your videos you are the right kind of people with your gentle souls, and but love what you do and like you both a lot, greetings from the wilderness in Canada

[@church8042]

Hello my sweet friends and God's peace upon you! Thank you for the wonderful video, smiles, and laughter. I love waiting to find out what will be your next adventure. 😃 Dan thank you for the laughter regarding the newly planed wood and Laura saying "And don't ever watch this channel for building tips. Cuz honestly just don't" 🤣Oh wow! I am still laughing. So much love, love in Christ and God bless! ♥ ~John Psalm 126:2 NKJV "Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing. Then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” Indeed He has truly done so for you two! 🙏

[@KarlKarsnark]

That style of spray foam has to be used "upside down", rather than like a can of spray paint. However, there are versions that can be used "right side up", as well. It just depends on the brand.

[@Truongthikimcuong92]

Great video ❤❤❤🙏

[@artlovermcg7564]

Looking forward to next week. And you are learning i think you are doing very well!!

[@sheldonmalone6470]

Where have you 2 been, I missed viewing your videos.

[@michaelhicks2599]

well done the two of you learning all the time keep it up

[@annalinekennedy1027]

Good progress . Cannot wait for barn to be finished ❤

[@debrachin273]

I’ll still watch your channel weather it’s building or not I just enjoy your content ❤

[@sonicstoryteller]

well done guys looking good its almost there best wishes Phil from Shropshire👍

[@patblaney3895]

Nice one guys

[@Metal-grey]

Shake turn cab upside down, then spray.

[@CarlosAlberto-ii1li]

First advert at 3 minutes, very good.

[@peter121272]

Turn the bottle upside down 😎

[@AnjaSteiner_Beratungen]

The bottles need to be upside down, shake and then they work! 👌

[@myrah1600]

You do you. It’s worked so far 👍

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅, Guys, budget and scarper, it will look rustic like you too, 😂😂, fr

[@Setinmywaysalways]

As Bruce said to the spider, try try & try again :) When i heard that rain outside & thought you were in Scotland.

[@charmarlie]

Hi you two😊

[@WaynePaddock]

It looke4d like you put the chain on the chain saw backwords. If it was on correctly it would have ripped through the wood really quickly. Try a hand saw??

[@Noravenegas-k8f]

Hello guys I am a follower of your work and I have a question What is the name of the sheets of your new roof???? or How do you ask of those sheets????

[@donnamullins2089]

Have a great week. See you next time.