This day felt like a dream come true! (Cabin on a cliff series)

[@MichaelObrenovic-y8b]

Do not say, you don't know how to do this !!!!! You're a very capable person and will find that way. I trust you, so trust yourself I like it when you are being funny , it ads to the day a part that belongs to your personality . Keep it up !

[@juanpabloberger5552]

Contratada😊😊😊

[@couerl]

Have them put a drain in the bottom of the tub too in case of emergency, say you heart attack in it or something and need to drain the water fast. Good Job on window, even overkill for a cabin but better overengineered than under. No need to buy all those plastic shims with a forest and sawmill around, pine cutoffs are fine. Keep it up and remember to resist the urge to "Lowes" or "Home Depot" as much as you can.

[@kevinwassellsr.5646]

Don't sweat those windows. You're doing fine. All that cedar will outlive the both of us

[@corneliuscrewe677]

Those shorts are gonna be the death of me... Great progress on the cabin. The view must be incredible.

[@rjsieder]

The person I learned about waterproofing from always said "think like a raindrop". Do that, and you'll get the layers of bituthene in the correct order. Any brand of asphaltic membrane will work, they are all basically the same stuff. You can get it in various widths. When doing the sill, put half of the width on the sill, the other wraps over the bottom. At the edges, cut the width in half. One half goes up the side, the other goes straight along the bottom. Do the same thing down each side, layering that over the bottom layer. You can make a little bow tie shaped patch for the corners. The stretch Zip brand tape is probably easier, but not necessary. Great job!

[@michaelo3148]

Don't over think your window install; you're on the right track and absolutely correct. It's very simple.

[@TokyoCraftsman]

The tech for installing windows has changed so much in my lifetime, I’m sure you will be fine, yes I’m sure we could nitpick on some details, but IMHO a lot of that would be personal preference or “that’s the way I was taught to do it” kind of thinking. Well done

[@ronkolacek9645]

Hey Kiddo.. the flashing at the deck attached to the foam will be just fine..the water will run down the siding onto the flashing and away from the building...your doing a very good job..Be safe.

[@hkguitar1984]

It could be possible that the small inlet/outlet hose diameter you're using with the water heater is developing more pressure than the heater is designed for. Return it and switch to the larger IN/OUT plumbing. Great Content, Thank You

[@nancybrown2700]

Your journey building the cliff cabin has been such a joy to watch. You must have been deliciously satisfied to Freddy Kruger slash that darn flapping Tyvek? I never get tired of the changing views you enjoy from your mountain aerie. Give your pups a pet for me.

[@michygoss7148]

Thanks Nancy! I agree with the view. Can’t wait to spend some actual time out there in a somewhat finished cabin for a couple of days storm watching or something. Soon… 🤞

[@JuanPerez-ek8wd]

I agree completely.. it's such a joy to watch.. I look forward to her videos every week..

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Okay michy, making progress and getting it dried in. Your doing fine. Have a great week and God bless amen.

[@davidrohder7897]

Thanks Michelle for another great video you make us viewers feel like we are there . Get the exterior done girl the snow will be falling really soon .

[@stephenoshaughnessy2279]

Michy defeats the Tyvek that won't shut-up. The cabin is coming together. You'll be ready for snow before it comes. As for the heating unit, you can't have new equipment with hairline cracks.

[@harpermartin6806]

Next build...a matching cabin for your little chipmunk 🐿 friend ❤

[@retiredlogman]

If the stove is leaking on the outside it may also be leaking on the inside. It is good that you caught that at this time. Nice progress on the cabin. Thank you for sharing your progress.

[@smarthome2660]

Howdy Michelle & Steve, I have a "smart" suggestion for temperature controls on the hot tub. Use a Sonoff TH16 with probe to control a water circulating pump through the wood stove. You can set the temperature from inside the house via the eWelink app to within 1 degree. I would suggest a second pump, on a separate Sonoff Mini R2 to keep the water circulating like a Jacuzzi. Place these controls in a water tight electrical enclosure. Both are accessible via Alexa & you can ask Alexa what the hot tub temperature is from inside your home & make changes on your phone. Just imagine being in the hot tub and asking Alexa to " turn the bubbles on", and you get bubbling jets of water via voice. BTW: the Sonoff Mini R2 has 2 terminals you can use to turn on the bubbles that use no power, but instead use 2 wires on the logic terminals (grey) to activate the chip for manual operation at the hot tub via a rocker switch on the outside of the electrical enclosure. The switch will work in unison with voice command. To avoid runaway heat you will need to divert hot water to a separate place or risk damage to the boiler from over pressure when the probe cuts off flow to the hot tub. For this, divert the water to a radiator with electric cooling fan and another temperature probe and pump.

[@michygoss7148]

Great ideas! The problem is that this tub will be off-grid, so we were trying to avoid pumps of any sort 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@smarthome2660]

​@@michygoss7148 OK, Good luck 🤞

[@1944chevytruck]

Good job Ketchup gurl... your doing a fine job!

[@philvale5724]

Hi 👋, Michelle , great progress on the log cabin in the wilderness, should we be calling you the wilderness girl?, 😂 . Or the wild girl from the mountains., that was a slippery slope. 😂 , I remember from a few years ago, putting windows in that I’d made, always make sure you’ve got everything by the side of you, including props, you have to do a little list and put it by the window, saying do not fit window until you’ve got all your tools, screws, hammers, et cetera et cetera😂, it’s going to be amazing when it’s all finished and you better sit in your log cabin or on your decking looking out across the mountainside, can’t wait to see it finished, it’s a joy to watch you working, especially when you realise that you have forgot something, 😂. The hot tub is coming on well shame about the leak in the boiler system., but that could be a bit nasty, you might bear to put in a little solar pump to circulate the water a bit easier, and if you put the bigger fittings in as I think you said the flow will be a lot quicker as well, I could really do with your sawmill, as I have managed to pull some trees out of the river and I’ve still got three or four more trees to take down, I have about a acre and a half of land runs along the river, and I am responsible for that embankment my trees fall into it. I have through move them., Keep up the great work. Look forward to your next weeks work., stay safe, Phil from the moulin France.

[@wilberjeffcoat8309]

Michelle, the makers of that Zip tape ( flashing tape) suggest the use of a hand roller to use in applying the tape. Removes trapped air and applies even pressure to insure a uniform bond to the applied surface. ( just thought you should be aware) As always a great build. It’s going to be a great escape for you & Steve ( thought I was going to say Bigfoot didn’t you 😅😅) Wilber & Margaret, the lower 48. ❤️❤️👴🏻🧓😍

[@michygoss7148]

Yes, I’ve seen those rollers. I am not using that tape though, so no need to buy one 👍

[@wilberjeffcoat8309]

@@michygoss7148 ok, though it was Zip system. My bad.

[@michygoss7148]

@@wilberjeffcoat8309 no worries! I didn’t know that stuff (zip) existed, otherwise I would have bought it.

[@lukekao8136]

Michelle vs. Tyvek ----> 1:0 yay! congrats!

[@zandemen]

The purpose of the blueskin/resisto isn't just a shingled drainage plane, it is also a self healing membrane so when you drive a nail in or other penetrations it coats the fastener and seals the hole. You don't have to do the entire inside of the frame, but it's a good idea to do the entire face of the frame where you're nailing the window flange on. or a non-hardening sealant. Caulking, etc. I put my windows on the exterior of the rigid foam, it makes fastening it a lot harder, but the thermal break on the frame is very important, it is where most of the heat loss occurs with modern windows.

[@michygoss7148]

Good points. Thank you!

[@eyemstillhear]

I know you said you guy's didn't have the time to concoct you're own firewood water heater. But I do know both of you are totally capable of doing it. A domestic water heater converted would have been a good start and light in weight for off grid. Do we have to wait ten years before you take up welding and metal work Mich ? 🙏🙏🙏🤣🤣🤣😘😘😘

[@michygoss7148]

I know - welding and metal work is something I have no idea how to do. But I should learn. I just need someone to teach me (but not Steve lol)

[@joeangus7473]

Hi Michelle. I like how you say " I know I should of done it this way, but I haven't" & " I know I should of bought this, but I'm just going to use what I`ve got"😂

[@bartellender6782]

Good morning Michelle, from Houma, Louisiana. It's 9am and I can't think of a better reason to wake up than to watch your video. Gonna be a great day.

[@Lachesisms]

So satisfying to get that Tyvek down, so great!

[@danstuder2064]

Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings, these are a few of my favorite things.

[@dirttdude]

i made our pool heater out of a 55 gallon barrel, about 40 feet of copper tube and a bilge pump. haven't used it in a few years but it worked great

[@TheFullmetalwhite]

I seal the window opening with tyvek or tar paper first. I caulks the flange then set the window. I seal the flange after I nail it in with the buytal tape. Seal from the bottom to the top.

[@barrywood5357]

Very well presented young lady on all counts nice to see progress on the cliff shack come hotel lol

[@tylersweezey]

Hi Michelle it's starting to come together just a little tip if you have a phone gun that works good for filling in the gaps between the foam keep up the good work looking great 👍👍

[@Mach34i]

Hi there pretty lady. Pleaes be carefull working around and on that cliff. make sure your safe. The deck looks wonderful. Great job. Love the vids. Thanks for sharing.

[@davefuelling7955]

Is there a pump anywhere? You might want to add a couple of inlet ports and branch the hot line so it's not just heating one spot in the tub. Another idea would be to add a line coming from the bottom of the tub into the hot line with a check valve and a shutoff valve so you can regulate the temperature with the shutoff valve by mixing cold water into the hot water.

[@barryhoneycutt3894]

I sure love you and Steve, and all the fur babies: LOL I would love to be you guys neighbor. I am 71 now, looking back, would that i had done what you guys are doing back in my 20-30's. Well you guys bring me along with your journey and i am happy with that. Steve you appear to be a good honest and humble man, with common sense, and an engineering look at things; Michelle is fortunate, and Michelle your a good woman, wife, smart, very good common sense. Steve is blessed... Keep the videos coming, if and when you can. You guys feel like family to me. From SE Texas Bear 💙❤💯🙏 Tell Steve i said hey :) Bless you guys :)

[@SP6X6]

On widow prep like you did.Then staple once flap above to keep out of way.Then silicone flange and set.If you don't silicon then set and membrane sides , followed by top last.

[@kevinknight470]

Tyvek frustration anxiety attack with the Filet knife, Love that. Nothing like payback. LOL thanx for sharing.😃

[@craigihlefeld3248]

You are frigging bad ass. Watching you get around is a beautiful thing..have a blessed week.

[@dannybrown4393]

Michelle love this video I really love how you are taking your time building this cabin slow and doin everything right I can’t wait to see you and Steve in a video sitting on the deck and watching the sun go down with a glass of wine being relaxed holding each other like husband and wife keep those videos coming God bless Steve and Michelle

[@_Boregard_Rippy_]

... been fun watching the progress over the summer thank you ..!

[@stvooplayhouse]

Can't wait to see the sailboat out front.❤❤

[@Marcel-fo2cb]

You are a gutsy little lady and you are doing a great job .Keep it up.Greetings from Alberta

[@randalfarnsworth1781]

Suggest you buy some silver RTV for sealing your heater area. RTV is used mostly for gasket ( auto ) making and works with high temps. Good luck! Howdy from Texas :D

[@tombastion8097]

MISSY,, i sure hope the dogs are all doing well and GOD only knows how much i love those little shorts u wear with the flowers on them, thanks 😁😁😁

[@BirdYoumans]

I'm often sitting here smiling because when we build things alone, we usually run into similar problems. How many times do I remember holding something up and then realizing that I need my drill driver or whatever and it's about a foot farther from me than I can reach and still hold whatever in place lol! Sunday morning, coffee and Michy. Gotta' love it! ❤❤ Love the chipmunk!

[@michygoss7148]

Yeppers! 😂 💝

[@scruggsbuster9458]

The cabin's looking great the windows are looking great your hot tub look perfect with a few MODIFICATIONS that's a big word😂 but thank you for the video I enjoyed it see you on the next one😂❤❤😅😊

[@oufticom]

Now that's a original use for a boning knife 😂 Hey, whatever works, at least it cuts.

[@exotictones1054]

What a woman.just a worker n thinker.good stuff.

[@jimgriffiths9071]

There's something about watching you struggle, yet overcome these hiccups. Tugs at my heart!

[@DanaOredson]

Putting up that insulation and being *this close* to finishing the window install seems like a huge step. I bet that was pretty gratifying.

[@michelhoff6849]

Hello Michelle super boulot comme toujours 👍😊😘

[@lpeterman]

I Second the comment below on your use of the battery-powered Stihl chainsaw -- well done you! (I told you it would become one of your "go-to" tools. I use mine, damn-near every day.) Cheers from the Willamette Valley.

[@lpjbird]

I’ve never done all that around windows & can never recall a leak in my house or any customers. But I’m sure what your doing is more than enough especially for a cabin in the wilderness. That’s probably how they do these airtight methods in today’s residential construction.

[@lpeterman]

Speaking as a Canadian, I love the quintessentially ubiquitous filleting/fishing knife as your Tyvek cutting tool... Don't sell that broom! Hang it in place of honour in the "Michygoss Museum of Building History." (Charge a Toonie to view.) While at the welders, don't let them alter the originally welded-in brackets, as the water heats up, all those holes in the brackets will cause a bubbly whirlpool effect -- it's a bonus! Cheers from a (displaced) West Kootenay guy.

[@arturoalcantar2669]

ROCKET STOVE ROCKET STOVE !!! WOOOHOOO!!! SORRY IT LEAKED BUT VERY KOOL VIDEO! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK AND THANKS FOR SHARING!!!

[@jeandumoulin2521]

Again bravo and congrats from Montreal…tout un exploit ce work in progress…👏👏👏👍👍👍😉

[@johnulmer6715]

I build stuff for a living and you did fine. Exactly the way I'd have done it. You do well for someone whos never really done this as a profession. Great vid and keep plugging away. My only concern is using a chainsaw in shorts. Stay safe!😊

[@larryritch591]

You are doing such a great job. Better hurry winter is coming fast .

[@AB-C1]

Hey Michelle, Great video, good job on the Cabin and the hot tub is coming along great, typical about the log burner eh, (at least you found out on the test run!) Ps. You Need to start keeping your tools under the window lol 😂🤦🏻 Have a great week! 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@speliotis]

Was just thinking of you & wondering how your week has been - thanks for taking us along : ) Great to see you back at the "Cabin on the Cliff" #$%^

[@idroadking]

Still watching with great interest and with breath held to see if a Husqvarna chain saw person can actually switch to a Stihl chain saw without suffering dire and unspeakable consequences. It appears you have managed so far however I feel it is prudent to continue watching your videos juuuussst to be on the safe side... 😉

[@michygoss7148]

😂

[@normanmerrill1241]

Well done…getting near the finish line on the exterior…stay safe and sound….

[@michaelo3148]

That heater you have looks a little like an old steam locomotive. Maybe, when you set your hot tub you could add some wheels to the heater and attach it to the hot tub in a manner that makes it look like it's being pulled by the the little heater?

[@funone8716]

I think the heater probably needs to be at least 2x as big, and some sort of pump would help. I know, no elec. But with the small heater it might be a tedious time consuming process to get the tub up to comfortable temps. That's a lot of water to heat up.

[@never-2-late997]

You are an amazing, strong woman. The creativity you bring to your projects is incredible. Seeing you use a tool pouch makes me smile and show how you are wanting all your tools and supplies at hand. Most people don’t and waste time chasing down everything. Really enjoy your videos

[@espnmk]

Thanks for sharing Michelle as always a great hustle around your property now you better hurry and put a patent on that broom, lol, what can you say you're still on the RD phase of your hot-tub great job keep up the great work.

[@TheGamingMason]

Awesome, I know that you are so stoked to get this done, and when Michnu takes on her multi-armed form and says, "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of Tyvex"🤣🥰

[@arthurboulton4511]

You are just incredible "STAY SAFE"😍😍😍

[@olivernash2240]

Love the way you think on the fly!👍

[@jameshatton4211]

Hahaha you do the same thing as I do with a tape measure when you're attempting to measure something bigger than yourself........ yup just stand on the tape and that will make it reach the ground👍 love it

[@alanbierhoff6831]

I’ve always wrapped the Tyvek , then installed the windows and then put up a flashing perimeter of ice and water shield that overlap to keep water out. I do that with any hole in the building (doors, windows, vents, chimneys, exhausts, etc). It’s the way I was taught. If your way works for you, that’s fine by me lol

[@michygoss7148]

Once the window is properly installed, I will add more tape/flashing material around the window 👍

[@gorillagoldhunters]

Made my morning!!:) another awesome episode:)))

[@Xero1of1]

20:43 I just want to take a moment to pause the video and capture every real man's dream woman. She's pretty. She's athletic. She's wearing a toolbelt. She knows how to use the tools in her toolbelt and she's building an entire cabin all by herself!!! Ahhhhmazing. But please, carry on. :D

[@HappyLife-vh2ey]

My first time here michelle ! You are an incredible lady . God Bless Bob M .

[@JDPas]

I love that view of the lake and the mountains!

[@lukemn29]

Looking good (both the home and you) 👍

[@jamesrayner1841]

Love witching your videos its good to see im not the only one who over thinks but we get there in the end. Thank you 😊

[@throngcleaver]

I'm happy for you, that your Tyvek nemesis has been slashed! 'Bout time, eh? Your are doing a really great job on your cabin. Your can-do attitude is unstoppable. Thanks, MG! (Michelle Gerbil) 😄

[@throngcleaver]

@official-Michygoss Stop, you crazy bot! 😠

[@Utahdropout]

Your new Indian name is "Woman who stabs annoying Tyvek". I'll bet those windows never leak. At least not while you own the cabin. Good to see you getting closer to siding. Anticipating good times in the hot tub.

[@waynepeterson1061]

When I first saw the thumbnail for this video, I had to laugh. I thought you were hugging the wall because you were so grateful that you finally had eliminated the Tyvek noise. 😆

[@michygoss7148]

Yes! That’s exactly it!!!

[@LesBurgess1867]

love the filleting knife /utility knife lol

[@corydriver7634]

This woman can do the work of two men. Amazing.

[@clark7117]

I'm captivated by the creative door design on the cliff cabin shed. It's truly unique. When it comes to construction details, make sure to use flashing around the edges of all openings. Additionally, ensure that the tyvek (or other) membrane is securely wrapped around the header, sill, and studs, as you'll need to apply more flashing after installing the windows, doors, and drip guards. To prevent water penetration, it's advisable to use a rubber roller for even application of butyl flashing; water can't penetrate butyl unless there are small air pockets. Regarding the hot tub, have you thought about using four holes instead of just two? This could help distribute the hot water more evenly. I'm intrigued by the thermosiphon system. Have you also thought about incorporating a Stirling engine to power a pump, thereby increasing the water flow rate?

[@kraigskraigs.kraigs6484]

Michy watching you install windows ,transported me back to the homesteading days and what it was like for them to install foam ,sill wrap ect. What an historic moment for me.Thankyou 😊

[@darrinrebagliati5365]

You should look at a wet sand blaster. Would clean up those hods like nothing. A window screen makes perfect sand for them. At least the ones that I've seen. Low impact and dustless.

[@mikesavoie3142]

You have such a great husband! Steve takes such great care of you, he is definitely a keeper!

[@vincentcotnoir1356]

I like the way the cabin is coming, can't wait to see the Christmas Tree inside and the nice snow storm outside, I can almost hear jingle bell in my head ;) :) :) :)

[@dginta7932]

Michelle rocks hard. Nice work.

[@cleokey]

Great job, from California 😎✌️

[@waterislife.9204]

Work is never done. You need a Tool bag. It's coming together just fine. Pray you get it closed in before it snows.

[@rwonderful3861]

What I enjoy watching here the most is how you really take your time to see your way through a problem… I enjoy it when you show how taking your time through your problems is more important then just trying to get through an issue just to get it done. I also like that you research for the best solutions. Slow and Steady Wins the Race.

[@rwonderful3861]

I notice how frustrating this project gets and how often times you will give your time to other things while working those concerns out in your head. To me it shows a beautiful stance on being patient.

[@electrake2063]

Do NOT use silicone around windows on the flange! It makes replacing them VERY messy and is unnecessary. I'm glad you didn't have any! ALSO, @25:57... BOTH pipe openings in the hot tub MUST be underwater for the thermo-siphon effect to work. you CANNOT have the hot water pipe above the waterline, otherwise you will boil the water and only steam will come out, with spurts of water. And YES, you need extremely low resistance to flow when relying on using thermo-siphon effect to pump water based on the density change of heated water, a 1" pipe is not big enough to allow for good flow.

[@lukebirmingham9387]

You give some awesome views and the scenery is beautiful to lol . love watching your videos they are great . Would be fantastic to see a full walk around your property and the landscape.

[@lukebirmingham9387]

I do apologise for what i wrote . I did not mean it in a bad way .

[@ukpaullouis2708]

Love the flower shorts 😁. I need to watch this one twice so I can overcome the distractions first then really enjoy what you are doing. Funny one, when you said it was about 5 it was 2 min to 5 where I am. It gave me a chuckle. Great to see you moving forward. 😁

[@honzikkrobotu479]

Hey Michele, with your hamer tacker, you found the way how to use it to hamer steples in. We use it just as you discribed it (just as carpenters al around the world i guess) :)

[@stevenberglund555]

I love how you just go .❤

[@db.mc2]

Thank you Michelle 🙂 Great progress on the cabin , hope you're doing well, appreciate you, stay safe and take care my friend 🙏 🐾👋

[@GaryBarichelo]

I think you need a little black book. That way you can make note of what you should bring out 😅for projects ! ie .. silicone for window install I 've been doing that for yezrs and sure saves a lot of wasted time

[@patrickh7368]

Awesome…. The whole point is you are making sure you find out what you are unsure about to get the final project right, even when it means one step back to go three steps forward…that’s Engineer thinking…. all good stuff… everything comes out in the wash … 😊

[@IAMTHAT1GUY]

Great Video~👍🏻 Thanks for sharing~

[@tomgregory5814]

Good work in the window insulation and installation Michele. The one inch sealed foam should give you a nice snug and warm cabin. Too bad about the hot tub heater. Like you said good idea to test stuff before installing it. Still a beautiful view from the cliff! Stay safe lady!😊