There's been an accident.

[@rebeccalarason306]

So sad to see Benoit like that. It made me cry. What a terrific thing you are doing with the making a fund for him.

[@suzannestubbins]

I cried when I saw Benoit....... I wish him a speedy recovery. 😢 ❤

[@teepeeX]

Me too😢😢😢

[@ibosquez5238]

Me too!

[@debs984]

Very upsetting very lucky man that he still has his fingers we can only wish him a speedy recovery

[@suzannestubbins]

@@debs984 He didn't loose the tips of his fingers?

[@debs984]

@@suzannestubbins I said he is lucky he still has his finger not loosing them !!

[@rowenacountryman2242]

In 57 minutes the good people raised $3,500 so I can’t wait to see what the total amount. Even if you get enough for the saw I’m hoping there’s enough money to help get so many more great tools. He really does deserve this. I’m so proud of you Phillipe and Anna for seeing what all of your people, your KZbin family will come to the rescue for. That is all because of the amazing friend/family you have collected these last 3 years. You all are so loved by your followers. Good luck 👍🍀

[@sfoster2911]

It would be awesome to see Benoit receive above and beyond the goal, and I suspect it will happen and show how much he is loved by the tubes.....

[@BlueEyedRaven_]

It's already up to €23.000

[@amandaedmonds9699]

Up to €29,358!

[@jlotoo850]

@@thelionsshare4015 Goal reached 30,643!!!

[@flibbertygibbette]

Nearly €34k seven hours later, and still growing.

[@sallyannesmith3607]

Many, many kind souls have donated to Benoit's new equipment fund. Aren't some humans wonderful? Get well soon, Benoit. You are loved and admired by many.

[@catherinecooper2360]

Oh Benoit!!! Your injury put me into tears a bit. We love you and wish you all the best that can be had!

[@CarmenShenk]

I not-so-secretly hope this fund goes crazy and Benoit gets ALL the tools he could want! And extra to cover the months he won’t be able to work, and help with his medical bills if he has them. Come on people, let’s make some dreams come true for him!

[@vintagemoss9578]

Me too 😊

[@EmilyBoltz]

It’s happening ! This is wonderful!

[@annaibarra3447]

❤Yes! I thought the same! “Let’s go bigger for Benoit! “

[@momwith4brats1]

Me too and all new ones!

[@mariacoronel2547]

Me too!

[@normareed9007]

Thank you all so much for raising and supplying funds to ensure Benoit's safety going forward. He really is a legend, loved by so many. 💖

[@normareed9007]

Woo-hoo. The fund is way in excess of what was originally discussed. There are still some wonderful people in the world.

[@janmiles9302]

Donated. Proud to be part of such a supportive and appreciative community helping such a delightful man.

[@pats8219]

I just checked the go fund me and there is enough to get the new table saw plus extra tools now. So happy to see the love from around the world to help such a beloved part of both channels. Hope this show of kindness helps him in his healing process and shows how he would be missed if he didn’t continue to share his presence with us.

[@jlotoo850]

Prayerfully it will keep growing to cover any medical costs as well as give him income to live on while he is out of work!!!

[@ExpectMiracles55]

Beautifully said! BTW, I just donated and happy to see 1.2 k people, in a few hours, already has donated a total of 33,105 euros. C'est magnifique!!!

[@micheledix2616]

Woo hoo, fantastic

[@Louisefenner]

@@jlotoo850 luckily he is well covered by the French National Health system.

[@Silvina46]

Excellent news 🥰🥰🥰🌟👏👏👏👏👏

[@philippawood5047]

Not even 24h after this video and we are nearly at EUR 50k. What an incredible community this is!! Bravo to Daphne, Ian, Anna & Philipp for supporting your friend and a true craftsman. So great to see chateau owners giving back to their community like this. Remets-toi vite, Benoît ! ❤‍🩹

[@missglenellen]

Poor dear Benoit, all the best for a perfect recovery and good pain medication.

[@irishwoman3975]

I second that. Benoit is talented, funny and a great friend. He really needs the help as he will be unable to work for an extended period of time.

[@vidhoard]

Just donated. Benoit is worth it. He's amazing as a person and as a carpenter. ❤ Praying for swift healing and full function.

[@aneciacuthbert2192]

I am so sorry to hear about Benoir's injury....his hands are his means...and he is a part of the "How to Renovate a Chateau" family ......I am a Benoir Fan!!!!!!! as they say in my country...this is a "WE" ting!

[@katherinetomkinson7749]

I don’t know about France, but in most of the world, self-employed people don’t get paid when they can’t work, so I think it’s great that people are willing to help support Benoit and his family beyond new tools, while he’s recovering. The bills don’t stop when the income does. Benoit’s good humour gives a lot of pleasure to viewers. He deserves support.

[@TheSpiralLab]

Benoit is my favorite!! As a poor carpenter’s daughter, I’m glad to help!

[@girlnorthof60]

My dad, a retired RCAF air safety systems tech, became a cabinet maker & was missing 2 fingertips lost to an old table saw. When he passed away at 91, he still had his old favourite equipment (he called old friends) sitting ready to use beside his much safer new ones.🙄 Ironic, considering 25 yrs devoted to safety systems.

[@bryanspindle4455]

As a retired carpenter, l can sympathize with Benoit. I used table saws and other power tools for over 35 years and luckily only had one injury when a piece of wood got caught under a miter saw and caused it to come down and crush my thumb. Fortunately it healed nicely and there is just a small scar. Best wishes to Benoit and hopes for a full recovery. I love watching your channel and seeing the amazing transformation of the chateau and grounds. You are both so talented.

[@melindas.5467]

I teared up while watching this today. I love the light-hearted ribbing between Philipp and Benoit, you can tell they are good friends. Hope you are feeling better every day Benoit! All my best wishes!

[@emorel48]

I am so sorry for Benoit. He seems like such a sweet gentleman. Praying it all heals quickly.

[@anagoncalves6335]

It was so beautiful earing the kisses you gave each other. It really shows the true filriendship you gave. Get well Benoit. You're a treasure in the KZbin community!!

[@rosaleejo]

I too loved hearing the kisses. Benoit is precious.

[@flibbertygibbette]

Congratulations for blowing the gofundme total out of the water. I hope with the funds he's able to fully outfit his whole shop and take all the time he needs to fully recover.

[@chandariley6400]

OH NO, Benoit!! 🙁I've worked in the operating room for 28 years so I know how tragic these injuries can be sometimes. So glad to see all your fingertips peeking out from those dressings. Sending all the healing powers for a speedy recovery and full function! Be sure to visit as you heal so we can see your smiling face and your progress...also, surely Anna will need help to keep Philip in line from time to time...😉 We love you! Take good care! Chanda R. Ohio, USA

[@ciciKoenig]

Benoit! So glad he will be ok.... My heart skipped a beat when Phillip started talking about what happened. Miss him. Prayers for a speedy recovery

[@anacrix]

As everyone else, I’m rooting for Benoit’s speedy a full recovery! What a horrible accident, may the healing be swift and complete. ❤

[@prettyinspireddecor6787]

I gasped when I saw the title and I cringed when I saw Benoit. What a horrible accident. He is such an important part of your restoration and your channel. Thank you for setting up the go fund me page. I hope you raise enough to buy a new one.

[@AngelCel227]

Oh seriously! You just visited your badly wounded friend and then used a jig saw *up in the air*, sawing toward your other hand. Nooooo! And the nails in mouth trick? Handy - yes. Wise? No. I've seen someone at hospital who had done just that and sneezed or coughed, jettisoning a nail into their oesophagus. Just donated to Benoit's fund. Please don't make us have to set up a fund for you too! We'd prefer all were safe from now on. Sending love to our friend Benoit...

[@ljdrew]

Genuinely upset to see Benoit hurt. I'm so glad you are giving us a chance to show him our love and let's make sure ALL his equipment is safe!

[@risarahn7083]

Wishing Benoit a speedy recovery!! He has such a happy disposition, it’s incredible.

[@dikaelv231]

For the first time, i’ve been to the gofundme page and donated - best wishes for a speedy recorvery for Benoit! And thanks for a great channel! Greetings from Denmark :-)

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Much appreciated!

[@MultiCrackerjacker]

Ouch 🤕. Oh buddy, I’m missing a finger as well so I understand the panic at the possibility of losing more digits when I use my power tools. Wishing Benoit a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹 I 🇨🇦

[@debbiepalmer1094]

It's so lovely for you to have set up a go fund me page for Benoit. Best wishes to him for his healing. x

[@pipwhitefeather5768]

Oh my! The fundraiser is doing so well, I believe he'll be able to buy a new table saw. I love all the love folks! it restores my faith in humans. Big love to you Philip and Anna for setting this up and Daphne and Ian. Yay!! Get well soon Benoit x

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Wonderful!

[@teepeeX]

​@@HowToRenovateAChateau pls hire some people to move all old tools out ... give Benoit a kiss for me x

[@kimclarke5018]

Omg I’m a nurse that poor man. It must have hurt so bad. Wishing him a speedy recovery.

[@jeffschwartz1322]

Thank you for setting this up. So happy to see all of the support!

[@msaditu]

I contributed to the fund yesterday when there were less than 6000 and I've been keeping an eye on it. It is so wonderful to see it blow up the way it did. Benoît is a lovely fellow and it's so touching to see this outpouring of affection from all corners of the world. There is still good in the world.

[@sou_Paz]

wow, that made me cry.. my grandfather was a amazing carpinter and he lost 4 fingers working on a machine just like that. Wish you well Benoit, hope that injury heals fast and the pain goes away.

[@BenNgo]

€74,716 as of now, from the original 6K for a 2nd hand machine or 10K for a new one. What a great joy to see the community coming together to support the one and only talented Benoît.

[@vidhoard]

$37,000 in 7 hours. Ridiculous. I knew we all loved Benoit but I'm so touched to know I'm not the only one who loves him that much!

[@EmilyBoltz]

I feel blessed to be a part of such an amazing community. ❤

[@peregrinearc]

Take care, Benoit. I made a contribution; I hope it helps. Best of wishes to you; please take care of yourself and know we care about you and your safety. 🙂

[@patdowney4984]

Benoit get well soon Phillip really misses you x

[@sadielou1808]

I'm glad there's a gofundme for Benoit. Good friends have each other's backs, or fingers. I do hope he will not be disabled for too long. Best wishes for Benoit from Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Very excited for his business and his atelier being worthy of his talents! It looks like within 5 hours you have already reached your expanded goal! People are very generous and fast!

[@celiaatwork4875]

Benoit, best wishes for a speedy recovery from the Blue Ridge Mountains.

[@madonnadillon5545]

Hope Benoit heals fast...so sad for him Very talented man from what you have shown us..😊💞💞👋💞

[@kenmichellewilson3644]

Even in a less than ideal situation, Phillipe and Benoit are naturally funny. Benoit, take care and we can’t wait for you to get back to the chateau ❤

[@TheMademoiselleMe]

Oh the go fund me page makes me so happy! All the love to Benoit! ❤ He deserves it so so much 🎉

[@lemotjuste4u]

I hope Benoit gets an entire new shop with ALL new tools for everything! He deserves it. Follow the doctor's orders please so all digits heal properly - everyone needs you! God bless.

[@gpbarth]

Just checked on how the fundraiser is going and wow, just wow! I was thinking about this earlier today and hoped so much that enough $ would be raised so that he wouldn’t have to worry about how he was going to pay his bills until he was able to return to carpentry and it sure looks like that’s going to happen! Add to that his all new and safer power tools, he has so much incentive to do all he has to do to get well. Bravo to Phillip and Anna and to Daphne and Ian 👏👏👏, and to everyone who is supporting Benoit with their donations and prayers!!!

[@lyricsdebra]

Oh Benoit….you lovely soul! France needs your master craftsmanship. Wishing you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹 🖐🏼

[@asantamatilha]

Benoit get well soon, take care, we are cheering for you !!! Love from Rio de Janeiro, Brasil !!!!

[@MarieClaude]

Get well Benoit! Quelle horreur :( Great job Philip, Anna, Daphne and Ian for uniting forces.

[@maureeneberhard9068]

I cried for Benoit! He is so loved by so many people around the world. Give him my love from New Zealand ❤

[@seaview9948]

Oh no Benoit ! He’s really my favourite Frenchman ! as I know he is with many of your viewers .Please send him our regards and our wishes for a full recovery!

[@Crow-Fly]

I hope Benoit feels better soon! We cant trust Philip with all the measuring for too long :)

[@merriestroscher5795]

We can trust the Philip wit -- it’s the measuring that is problematic. 😂😂

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

😂😂😂

[@ExpectMiracles55]

😂😂😂

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@merriestroscher5795 "Philip wit"....Yes, we now know the reason for building the dear children a 'play' hut!👀 🤣🤣🤣🌻💕

[@crannuselshihtzu5566]

😂🤣😂😂🤣😘

[@tadeuszoltarzewski]

Oh my poor Beniot, get well soon. He's such a star at woodwork. 😮 You guys are so kind to help him. You can't put a price on safety. Much love to you and Ben. From Rosie O from Devon England 🇬🇧👏❤️

[@bobanderson9264]

I am in pain just watching this…I know you only through this KZbin…get well and know you are in my prayers!!

[@staciamartin923]

I am so happy to see you guys did this for Benoit. I will be very happy to chip in. He is a wonderful artesian and keeps you on your toes Philip.

[@machellep1]

Wow! Just checked the gofundme….unbelievable group of generous watchers. Good going !

[@nam3379]

Yesterday I made a little contribution for Benoit. Today the first that I did was to check up how it was going...and now I am happy, happy 🎉🎉❤

[@msaditu]

Oh no! Poor Benoît. So sad to see him like this. Get well soon! So glad you are organising the gofundme.

[@nicoleturner6597]

All the best to Benoit. I wish him a fast recovery. I think it's great that you started the go fund me page. ❤

[@katherineleavitt7275]

Poor Benoit, I felt so bad about his injury to his hand. Even though he has to be in considerable pain he still has a smile on this face. I hope he is able to get a new saw for safety purposes. God Bless, Kathy 🇺🇸

[@laurenneal8680]

The Go Fund Me met the goal in less than an hour 🎉 Get well soon Benoit ❤

[@svg7335]

I thought I had seen every video and anxiously await each one. I dont recall seeing anything about the wonderful playhouse. Some kind of error on KZbin end? THANK YOU for being so kind and thoughtful to do this for Benoit!!! ❤️ Your comradery has always been wonderful. Yes, Benoit is funny and madly talented (as well as devilishly handsome) 😊, but not everyone would have included him in their vlog. This is one of the reasons you have so many followers. I'm an old, retired school teacher and grandmother. You are a special man, Philipp, who makes the world a better place for all who come into contact with you and your vlog. May God continue to bless you and your beautiful family. Terrie from Alabama.

[@july7436]

From the other end of America (Chile), I share the same opinion with you. People like Phillip leave a mark of kindness in their wake. It was very nice when they worked raising funds to rebuild their local church and on that occasion Benoit and his wife also collaborated. May God bless all this beautiful community that has been formed and multiply the proceeds. Desde el otro extremo de America (Chile), comparto la misma opinión contigo. Las personas como Phillip dejan una huella de bondad a su paso. Fue muy lindo cuando trabajaron recaudando fondos para reconstruir la iglesia de su localidad y en esa oportunidad Benoit y su esposa también colaboraron. Que Dios bendiga a toda esta hermosa comunidad que se ha formado y multiplique lo recaudado.

[@1paris1942]

I can't wait for the episode where Benoit's new tools are unveiled!!

[@101life9]

First, his fingers are fully recovered back to normal😅❤.

[@lemondrizzlecake7766]

I have just donated! Seeing Benoit's injury made my heart sink, knowing he risks his health because he can't afford to replace old unsafe equipment. Thank you for setting this up, Phillip and Anna! Wishing Benoit a speedy recovery, and hope this helps him realise how much so many of us value his presence in these vlogs. All the best!

[@annpayne3838]

So sad about Benoit. Praying for a speedy recovery.

[@marciajones2993]

So sorry Benoit. Get well soon lovely man. Lots of love and light 💙✨

[@katkalocova]

Just donated. Hope we get to see some happy faces when Benoit sees all the love people he has never met have for him!

[@melaniea8301]

I love that Benoît is getting so much love from the community! Please make an atelier makeover video when you purchase the new equipment and please make sure to include footage of you all getting rid of the old equipment… maybe throw it off a cliff or something (just kidding, please dispose of it properly… or do both ;) )

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

That's the plan!

[@melaniea8301]

@@HowToRenovateAChateau looking forward to it! Make sure no one is at the bottom of that cliff ;)

[@tadsodea8175]

All you guys are bloody legends for supporting Benoit in his time of need. So happy he now has funds for his medical bills, loss of income and new tools. Let’s hope he recovers full function soon and if not, can at least oversee Phillipe’s measurements in the near future.

[@ibosquez5238]

Medical is covered by French government but not the new tools and loss of income.

[@joannelson9571]

Incredibly heart warming...I'm so glad you are helping him. Maybe he needs a little increase in his rates too...God Bless

[@lucia37425]

just donated! please take care dear Benoit! ❤ you're precious x

[@lyndabyrd530]

I’m praying for a speedy recovery for Benoit. I pray your pain is minimal. You bring joy to all of your viewers!

[@carrieking3907]

Just donated from the San Juan Islands in WA State. We want you safe!!! Feel better Benoit!!! Bon rétablissement!

[@mariamysoul]

I love Benoit and I love your relationship and banter..I can't believe you've already raised over 6.000 € He so deserves new equipment and to heal fast. We look forward to seeing you make beautiful renovations together for years to come!

[@ExpectMiracles55]

Got happy news for you. I just donated and it is at 34,222K!

[@mariamysoul]

@@ExpectMiracles55 WoW that is so much love! he can heal and not have to worry about working until he is fully ready. what a gift and what a community they have created!

[@monapaquin9794]

Benoit is quite the character to be laughing about his traumatic experience. He's a gem and so are you, Phillip, for your sense of humour and being supportive friend. How exciting you made your goal amount in just one day!

[@Adriana_mg]

At first I thought Philip was joking too, and it was very sad to see Benoit so hurt! I just contributed to the fund and I’m happy to see maybe there will be more than enough for all his tools. Wishing him a speedy recovery and sending love to everyone from both channels ❤ it’s so nice to see people coming together to help each other

[@bay9876]

That's why the Shop Stop Table saw is in so much demand. They demonstrate how quickly the blade stops in an instant when contacting meat. Costs just a little more, but fingers cost a lot.

[@_MariMaru_]

So sad for Benoit . 😔 so nice that you set gofundme for him.❤

[@SweetOne.]

OUCH! Wishing Benoit speedy healing and New tools. May he have a full recovery.

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

My heart goes out to wonderful Benoit!!! ❤️❤️❤️ I watched the video when you built the playhouse. It was good. 💖🎶👏👏👏🥰🇨🇦🇫🇷

[@thedesken]

Love Benoit. He makes me laugh and is incredibly talented. It's difficult having your own business. Especially these days. Just donated. Thank you folks for setting this up. Together we can make great things happen! Benoit and all of you have carved out a special place in all our hearts 🥰

[@tinac1111]

Praying for a full recovery for darling Benoit! Sending love and healing reiki for energetic assistance as well! 🙏🙌💖

[@constanceferguson7930]

Good to see Benoit is in good spirits and wishing him a speedy recovery.

[@rablatour]

I am so thankful he didn’t lose a limb but Benoit - we need you to be safe! I happily donated to make your shop safer. You’re precious to us all!

[@LizelleGrobler]

Best wishes and speedy recovery Benoit. ♥️🙏🇿🇦

[@cbrownes]

❤️ poor Benoit! Hope he feels better soon and having you visit made him smile. Must admit the “second hand” phrasing did make me giggle a bit

[@e.beauchamp]

😂

[@rosaelunabruun6255]

Ah when I went in to donate to Benoit, it made me so happy to see that this community has raised almost 39k euro!

[@jeanettesantarelli1795]

Oh Benoit!!! My heart goes out to you and some tears also. Praying for your speedy recovery.

[@silviaponce3848]

I cannot wait for this week's video!!! You all supporters and followers who donated are AMAZING. Man, I need a glass of wine, I'm so happy!!! ❤

[@DK-pl8xd]

54,005 euros should be enough to keep Benoit’s remaining fingers safe. 👍🏻 Awesome job people!!!

[@mcurrie2886]

Benoit, wishing him a speedy recovery

[@wtchang4044]

Dear Benoit, wishing you a speedy recovery from Tennessee!!

[@pennyharding4140]

Thank you for creating a fund raiser for Benoit! Wishing Benoit a speedy recovery.

[@ExpectMiracles55]

I am so sad to hear of Benoit's accident. Made me realize I not only like him but I love him as if he were a family member. And what a treasure he is. Am happy to donate. And I hope there will be more than enough to revamp his atelier and to cover expenses during recovery. Thank you Ana, Phillip, Daphne and Ian.

[@monalingan9523]

Philip, I love your humor. Thank you for the visit with Benoit and for setting up the go fund me page. It’s a wonderful thing you and your friends are doing. Praying for a speedy recovery for Benoit.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Thanks so much

[@benrogers2302]

Get well soon Benoit!!! As a fellow Ben it’s upsetting to hear that you got hurt! Easiest donation I’ve ever made.

[@natashah9056]

What an amazing community you've created. Look at all of these people that genuinely care for you all! I hope he feels all of the love and support during his recovery ❤️

[@louisegogel7973]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@gpbarth]

Get well soon, Benoit!!! You have a lot of fans! Can’t wait to see you with your brand new table saw.

[@chrisdouglass7962]

Love, hugs, and prayers for a healing miracle for Benoit!! 😥🙏🥰

[@dianegriffith3006]

Many blessings to you Benoit-you’re such a jewel in making beautiful work - looks like you’re well on your way to recovery and also look at all the followers who are genuinely concerned for you. Thank you Phillip, Anna and the other KZbinrs-what an awesome gift. ❤️