Ripping Off the FAILING Earthen Plaster on our Solar Shed

Today we start the demo of the failing earthen plaster on the Solar Shed. Our goal is to get it fixed up and waterproofed before monsoons.
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[@jwcinc12]

it will make you feel 100% better about the solar shed. The exterior of casa de caca looks so good.

[@kimvanvallis8961]

Can be disappointing at times, but that's trial and error, but regardless of the disappointment life's has its true blessings. Great Job, kiddos ! 🙂

[@TheHavasu_77]

You guys look exhausted, but things are happening fast! Great job to all of you!! Also, your tiny supervisors (the kittens) are adorable, lol!! ❤😂

[@marilynlautner2454]

Your animals are so precious, even the pigs!

[@mg9510]

Hi 👋 again... My Grandmother always called the black and white cats, domino cats... I had one that had a crazy looking Stache his name was Picasso..😊 Great Build...Great Kids...Great Critters.

[@suz-annemoss6500]

Both of you and your children are hard working, and lovely people. I loved this video! Thanks for sharing.

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Well you have got the right idea, in getting all the things ready, and wrapped up. Before getting on with the house. All you can do is avoid the heat, and keep out of the middle heat of the day. Because the sun has been giving of CMI quite frequently, something too follow bit more closely. Have a good week and God bless amen .

[@poetmaggie1]

And you have to take care of the animals, am and pm. We had a 50 by 50 yard, 2 city lots with the house on the nw corner and when the sewer came the connection was in the se corner and a lot with to the street. My dad dug the entire trench for the new sewer line. I remember Mom tied me to a clothes line and I watched him digging. I don't remember the out house but it must have been there.

[@maryhart637]

That sleeping kitten on Ashley's shoulder is 100% adorable!! Poor Jonathan in all that sandy dust!!😳 Oh wow, there go the balls on the wall😟 Busy, busy people!!!😍🙌🌈

[@debbiegarza1287]

Loved your morning ritual!!

[@sontisontheim3138]

respect for seeing the necessity of doing it now! that "windfang" i spoke earlier.. its not a mudroom, it would be just like you do walls on the overhang of the solarshed door. its not more. and wood help there also against wind and rain.

[@codyleeser392]

sleepy kitten too cute.

[@patrickrussell1888]

Love Jonaytan's sweat towel...his t-shirt!

[@deborahtofflemire7727]

You are an inspiration from Ontario Canada

[@linamora9169]

Thank you guys!

[@linamora9169]

Poor Ashley, that is a lot of work! 😢

[@DarvakSondrath]

I love the "Do the Doods?" Section, you should think of something for the cats. In retrospective, I feel like you should have used wooden boards while digging the trenches to hold the dirt back.

[@kristydavies1665]

? Feline Feels?

[@DarvakSondrath]

@@kristydavies1665 is that already a thing?

[@nancycook4252]

My doodles love drinking from the hose.

[@Oldman618]

I guess it's good in some ways to find what works and what doesn't work, before you start on the house, so you don't have have failures on the house that you have to redo.

[@KimandFrank]

Ya know this is awesome content for all of us to benefit from.

[@kittimcconnell2633]

You need deeper eaves to protect earthen plasters from driving rains. I hope the stucco works better for you!

[@pennyleonard3496]

😊TY PEACE LOVE AND BLESSING'S 🤗

[@reglindiseckhardt9777]

I thought this video was priceless! Typical Mom... pet in one hand and hammer in the other. That and I remember how fatiguing it was to dig in the heat. Well done !!!

[@alysiachristensen5475]

It’s looking good prior to the new plaster. Good job!

[@Amanda-jd8xs]

So sad to undo all that work on the solarshed 😳. I liked the cup bumps. (Midnight here, cannot sleep) Thankyou for the gratuitous animal content ❤

[@dawnharkness5389]

You make us all look like slackers! Thanks as always for the motivational and instructional video!

[@MoYvStarkey]

Take care the kittens don't get hurt in the sand.

[@TheIgle]

That separation between the undercoat and the top coat is called delamination. I'm still watching the video so not sure why its happened here. But perhaps that term could help ID the issue. In concrete this happens because there's a "cold bond" when a pour of concrete starts setting up prior to the next pour gets on top. Perhaps this is what happened to a degree. The different materials could be a part too I suppose.

[@Haffy1952]

Wow, so much work but you guys are known for your attitudes and work ethics. So will you be doing the chicken palace as well? That would take a good while to do that over again wouldnt it?

[@deepsix8495]

Just a quick suggestion: get the tractor guy to fill in all those trenches, then have him dig them out one at a time. Work with your inspector, they are usually reasonable people and wouldn’t mind coming out a couple times. Save your back. Unless there is another reason I’m not privy too, in that case, disregard.

[@TinyShinyHome]

That doesn’t make any sense. They’re 90% complete and he’s going to come and finish the rest of it with his tractor. Why would he fill it all back in and then redo it? Especially when the walls are as fragile as they are already?

[@deepsix8495]

@@TinyShinyHome fair enough. Wasn’t up on the 90%, just saw you guys digging with shovels and I thought I heard you say it was because you couldn’t get the tractor in there. That’s why I added the disregard.

[@baskervillebee6097]

Official Demolition Kitty

[@theducklinghomesteadandgar6639]

Can you please explain what type of septic system you are using and why the the leach field pipes are so large in diameter? I'm used to them being 6" pipe and being probably twice as long as what your field looks dug, so I was curious if it's a newer breed of a system needing that sized pipe and how it is all supposed to work. Thank you in advance for answers, and especially if you're able to make a whole video to explain it all!!!

[@TinyShinyHome]

They’re not pipes (www.infiltratorwater.com/products/chambers/) - chambers are a newer way to create leach fields. Length is similar to perforated pipes, we just divided ours so they weren’t as long.

[@alshirley3444]

Would it help to wet down the Sandy soil before to combat the desk bath?

[@iangant3393]

Was it a problem with the mix or did it dry to fast

[@TinyShinyHome]

I think our extreme climate was just too much for this mix. It was recommended by Cal-Earth but obviously failed pretty hard. Driving hail put bullet holes in it, sideways rain soaked through the surface coat, freezing contraction and heat expansion separated the top layer. We've learned we need something fiber reinforced and then a waterproof membrane on top to seal it.

[@jamillael-shafei4324]

Do you have any issue with coyotes grabbing your kittens? I live in the desert in New Mexico and people report that coyotes are a threat to small dogs and cats.

[@TinyShinyHome]

No we put them up at night.

[@mkdorkov123]

Are you guys going to use chicken wire?

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

The 6 of you all remind me of my parents and my 3 siblings when we were all young. My parents bought land in Texas and we built and dug and built and put in gardens and trees. I feel empowered with the knowledge I've always had from helping and doing all my chores. I've tried to pass on my knowledge to my children. The many projects you have your children help you with will make them self sufficient for their entire lifetime.

[@StoneKathryn]

What a beautiful morning Ashley! Thanks for showing us how the final plaster coat has separated from the base coat of plaster. That does look like a lot of work to take all that off. The animals want your undivided attention! I love the "Do the Doods" song! Protecting the kitten while you chip off the plaster was cute Ashley. Wow, all that digging Jonathan! The garden looks good! Windows for the house or a greenhouse? Making progress on all fronts guys! Thanks for this video Longnecker family!

[@muskokalad9567]

Respect to you Ashley for your hard work. Nice to see a helper or two.

[@sandigray6247]

It’s 4:37 in the morning here in Sweetwater, TN and I can’t get back to sleep. So I watched the video. I’m exhausted just watching y’all work! MamaMia!! That kitten!!! I love how it fits in Ashley’s pocket, and then snoozing in Ashley’s hand while she worked was so sweet. 💕Honestly, I don’t know how you get anything done, I think I would be spending all my time playing with the dogs and kitties! Those trenches! Dude! What a monster! It will be so awesome when they’re finished though. Thank you for sharing your lives with us! I say prayers for you guys! Love ya!

[@ms1212100]

Wow, just think how far youve come!!! OUTSTANDING JOB FOLKS!!!

[@leoncolyer9420]

We spray a product called BONDCRETE It seals the surface from water and the new coating sticks to it better

[@sherilynl4038]

is that a product sold in the US? i wonder what the US equivalent is? anyone know?

[@merindahthornton5080]

Bye bye balls. I really liked the ball shapes on the side of the solar “shed”. It’s a pity they had to come off. You all worked so hard in this video!

[@cannon3267]

looking at old frontier photos, i always wondered why the roofs extended so far out from the walls. i always thought it was for outdoor living/working area. i guess now i know it was to keep the rain from wrecking the walls like it has done to you.

[@kittimcconnell2633]

yep, exactly! an earthen home needs "good boots and a good hat", which means really good drainage around the foundation and nice, deep roof eaves.

[@probablynot1368]

We began house construction planning in 2018 for a house to be built in Tucson. One of the requests was very deep eaves in order to protect the stucco walls and to cast shade to keep the walls cooler. We now have at least 30” deep eaves. Gutters capture the rainwater and store it in five 1,000-gallon tanks for irrigation purposes.

[@moniquevelasco20]

Wash guys! That was really hard work, specially with that heat. Take it easy during the hot hours and work in the early morning and late afternoon. Well done guys. The kitty is so cute. Love and be safe!😘🤗🌼🇻🇪

[@PeggyStentzCasey]

I love the kitten sleeping in Ashley's hand while she continues to work. You do work hard, but you do it together.

[@mscarlarn]

Such a beautiful morning. I have to say you two and your kiddos are the hardest working family I have ever seen. Strong work. Xoxo

[@steffaniepickering596]

So ur plants don't get fried u might think about putting a sun shade over them. U all r doin an awsome job

[@jessicasoss1586]

Lots of work but it will Pay off!! You guys have been a huge inspiration for me. Thank you ! ❤

[@mg9510]

Hi 👋 Dealing with all the sand...you must know how the guys building the Pyramids felt...you guys are best..

[@KimandFrank]

I'm just a girl raised in the 50's finding my way through the 2020's Luv ur channel

[@wadeprior5203]

Good morning you guys hope you guys are having a great day keep up the good work❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@trishgbr4928]

That kitten is so cute sleeping while you work all that blowing sand you guys work so hard but your progress is so awesome

[@KimandFrank]

🐱🐱💯❣💯❣ Luv the little kitten ❣ e·nac·i·ty - noun - the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip. "the sheer tenacity of the limpet" this seems to fit the family purrrfect. Have an awesome day y'all

[@KimandFrank]

Awesome intro 💖

[@MC-qb1jg]

Your famili3s unending perseverance is a testament to all of us. Even though I'm in Florida, many miles away, I'm with you.

[@mc5366]

I'm in awe with all you accomplish! The pets sure make it look fun though! Bless you guys, love your channel!!!!😻

[@sharonmilton4854]

I love this style of video! It definitely mixes things up and is a nice departure from the regular style. Great job!

[@maxmacdonald7174]

Redoing Stucko is a painfully long job on such a fragile surface. 😓 Doing it now will save you from further damage.🙂 The critters are always nice to see.😄

[@Uskutce]

Merhaba iyi çalışmalar.

[@sharvo6]

HEAT & DUST & HARD WORK ... sending cool evening breezes ... I hope it's good sleeping weather.

[@daniellevilloria227]

My Dad always says, “We do it nice…cause we do it twice!” 😂🤦🏽‍♀️ Eh not the best family motto, but the unfortunate truth of homesteading. Your perseverance results in great work! Keep pushing forward towards that house build!!

[@NicoleHoltActress]

The intro has 'choose your fighter' vibes. Yes! I will choose Ashley!!

[@SJC49]

If you want to count your blessings watch A Boulder Life Off Grid dig out their trenches! You’re doing amazing - such hard work!😍🇨🇦

[@DonnaJRingler]

awe!!! black and white kittens are my most favorite!!! I have one myself. 🥰

[@theresadonnelly9299]

Wow! What a job and when you had to take down that lovely art design I was sad. I know, tho, that you'll be as purposeful and creative as you protect your lovely structures. Talk about Learning experiences. Good on you to accept what only Learning comes from, the good, the bad and more importantly beautiful.

[@meangeliadenise]

Girllll. Don't push yourself too hard. Save some for later. You all are doing a fantastic job.

[@arjanvogel6444]

Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you all guys, maybe time for a swimming pool to cool down.

[@1000YearHomes]

Have a power washer come in and remove that base coat. I'm super interested in your next plan for coating.

[@RagnarokLoW]

you could use 2 sheets of plywood and some 2x4 jammed in between to prevent the walls from caving in.

[@ellentaylor4351]

No maintenance ever goes to p!an, time is never ones friend, but stay polite and all will work out for the best once completed. Happy days to look forward to 👀🔔🔔🔔

[@laruedouglas7972]

Your kitten can sleep through anything 💗. A lot of hard work 💪.

[@lives2900]

Too bad you couldn't use a snowblower to move the dirt....

[@mkredenbaugh6322]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing this. You 6 are amazing. Stay safe in this unusual heat as i know you are.

[@brendalongenecker8169]

love the video and the dinner looks amazing

[@noramascarenas9990]

Ive seen people do stone all tge way around the bottom a couple feet high so rain doesnt splash back on your walls. Maybe that would help. Love the videos.

[@deedawson6074]

You make me tired watching, hard workers. Glad you got out of the heat guys. 🇳🇿

[@robinmillerkroening3493]

Awesome work. I admire your families teamwork

[@benitaguinn1636]

I’m so glad you decided to work on the solar shed and repair the exterior walls. You may learn some more new tricks for the house build.

[@sshaw4429]

Bless your hearts……must be so frustrating.

[@ewidmer1]

Your kitten looks just like our Sammy who we lost in November, he was 14

[@josettesciberras1613]

Take care of urselves dont overwork

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

Often I use water if it’s so dry and dusty. It keeps the sand from falling into the trenches also 7

[@beverlysteen]

Who needs a gym membership when you do everything by hand.

[@KimandFrank]

Perfect time laspe with fun music, I likey 🥰 ☕

[@debbiegarza1287]

Hated to see the half balls having to be taken down. Loved that feature.

[@davec9244]

life would be boring if it was easy but try to take it easy. thank you ALL stay safe

[@president2]

Love it keep it up as always 💘

[@fabulouspinkmk10]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😊

[@brendalongenecker8169]

i meant to say lunch sorry

[@shelbell9013]

You need skidder

[@tootiebygrace]

What a lot of work! But it's all worth it!

[@BrokenArrow685]

Do the dudes eat doodie (and demand kisses)?

[@Stepdaddy8969]

👍🏽

[@patriciawalsh8234]

🦆♥️

[@user-md3bj5lp3w]

🌹❤️

[@noramascarenas9990]

No not the balls on the wall!!!! So pretty!! Just wondering guys...all the adobe houses I know that are still standing, and being lived in, were sealed with a mud coat that included lime....have you tried lime?

[@TinyShinyHome]

Yes we've tried lime :)

[@jojo1308716]

I think it’s amazing that your having to put in a septic and leach field that will probably never get used. Things that make you shake your head.

[@TinyShinyHome]

It will 100% get used once the house is built.

[@PabloP169]

At least having that sandy soil, you should have few problems with the sewer water soaking away and rather quickly.

[@TinyShinyHome]

Yes our soil drainage is excellent

[@dunedainmom]

Why did the stucco fail? Was it something wrong with the mix ratios?

[@TinyShinyHome]

Why did the solar shed plaster fail? #hyperadobe #offgrid