UNMORTGAGEABLE DIY Home Renovation UK

[@impamiizgraa]

Absolutely love the round window and choice of glass in the bathroom. It's so charming, even in renovation mode!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

it's a real look isnt it, we love it!! Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@theblahhable]

Yay! I love your long form videos. I know they are probably tough to pull together - but thank you for making them. It is such great insight into the complexity and reality of the project. The bathroom is going to be amazing! 👏👏👏

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha yes was up till 4am today pulling this together, so hoping it goes down well this one 😅🧡. And we hope so, think the round window is ok?! X

[@alltiemate]

nicky and harri sent me here, looks like I've found myself another awesome renovation channel! Great work guys

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Aww yay! Thank you for joining us, it's great to hear from you! Are you a renovator yourself? 😊 we hope you enjoy our journey!!

[@alltiemate]

@@RestoringNumberFour I'm not a renovator myself, I just find great joy in watching people have a vision to reinvent/ redesign a house and work on it through hard work and perseverance. plus these are the type of videos that I like playing in the background while I do my own tasks. I'll definitely be following the progress of this huge project that guys have taken up! Wishing you two the best of luck with it!

[@dannys7795]

JUST TO LET YOU KNOW, IM NOW HERE AND SUBSCRIBED THANKS TO NICKY AND HARRI. Collabs do work. I have renovated a number of properties myself and each and every time I do more and more and more of the work. Each property I do, I try to push the boundaries even more on creating something high end and unique. My latest project I aim to double the size of the house for under 100k. Watching guys like you reinforces my confidence in the fact that us guys who did not train and serve as tradesmen can also do it!!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

YAAY, it's great to have you around Danny!! Nicky and Harri are absolute legends, we're honoured to call them our friends! That's pretty epic that you've managed to double the size within such a low budget, I'm so impressed! Are you based in the UK also? It's true - at least when we do it, I know for certain that it's been done, even if it takes us a lot longer! What's your favourite project that you've worked on?

[@kyleamann1320]

great work y'all! love the attention to detail and the collaboration looks like solid fun for both couples

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ahh cheers bud, slow and steady progress over here, we need you two workhorses back pronto haha!

[@victoriavicky2437]

Wow what beautiful marble pieces u’ve got!❤ very cool decision as marble holds the same temperature as a room. And u can always seal it with stain repellent etc. so it stays shiny and nice. PS. Nice to see all 4 of u helping each other❤ PSS. The window is from a fairytale ❤❤❤

[@RestoringNumberFour]

I know how amazing is marble, we are hoping it will really give it that high end feel, especially with the skirting haha. Window is soo nice, and wait until you see the main kitchen windows in a few weeks, it's iconic 😅😅🧡🧡

[@victoriavicky2437]

@ I’ll share a designer’s trick with marble for the floor. U can always ask at the place where they cut the marble slabs for a small pieces which they don’t need and create a marble-puzzle-floor in ur bathroom. Usually they give it out quite cheap or for free. ❤️ Looking forward to see the windows❤️

[@harleymac6308]

Ahh, your face lit up when you saw the window revealed in the bathroom Paloma. It's absolutely beautiful! It's wonderful that you can share your experiences with Nicky & Harri. They are work horses! You must be constantly planning ahead. The amount of work you've achieved is incredible. Take good care ❤x

[@RestoringNumberFour]

She can hide her feelings good or bad this girl (the scowls I get sometimes haha) Nicky and Harri are troopers, they really pushed us along that week, Let us know what you think of our new video Harley! 😊

[@frankjankje7491]

Aaah, that bathroom is gonna look great. I don't know how you've managed without one in such a long time. That round window will bring so much class into that room. Love the long form style videos. Keep up the good work, you've already done so much!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ahh thanks Frank, It's been a real graft, but we do have a local gym we use, when the smell gets too bad haha. We love the long form videos, we hope we can sustain this if we are able to make a bit more income off them. Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@elainegreen9992]

Love the round window and the marble tiles you have chosen. Fabulous video😍

[@RestoringNumberFour]

ahh thanks Elaine, really appreciate that, hope you are well your end! Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@HeatherFitzgerald-ez4gw]

Very entertaining video. Thanks. Love the window - it’s different but still quite neutral. Stained glass can be very subjective. Hope you’re both feeling ok.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thanks Heather, super glad you like, it was a real hard decision deciding on the window, we always have big decision fatigue with the big decisions ha. Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@CaitlinSewsSometimes]

The window looks amazing! the marble skirting is so bougie, I love it

[@RestoringNumberFour]

ahh that's the word we are aspiring to haha, thanks Caitlin, hope you are good!

[@juliebrooke6099]

The round window is really nice. I’m sure you can get something to use as a temporary colour wash if you want to get creative with colour but not permanently.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

That's very true!! I think I saw some glass paint that make it look like stained glass but is removable - could definitely have some fun with that!

[@Sara_H114]

I really love the window. ❤❤ Great work

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thanks Sara, super glad you like, would you ever attempt a round window? Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@sophiehorsley3447]

Came here through Nicky & Harri! Great work guys and that circular window is beautiful. What workhorses you all are!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ahh amazing Sophie, great to have you on board, and glad you like the window! Where are you based and are you renovating? Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@sophiehorsley3447]

@@RestoringNumberFour haha no I’m not renovating. I leave that to my daughter Nicky the Bricky ! 😂 lovely to see you all helping each other out! X

[@kap319]

Love the window!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thanks Kap! Hope you are good Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@GardenerPhyl]

That round bathroom window is phenomenal! Absolutely stunning, and will add so much natural light, privacy, and interest to boot. Nicely done you two!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Woohooo, thanks Phyl! much better than white UPVC we hope, but we have been told aluminum can attract condensation, so lets see!! Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@candicemichellegoddard5419]

The bathroom window is lovely! So glad you went round. Can’t imagine what it’s been like without a bathroom, I’m excited for you both to get this done 💪

[@RestoringNumberFour]

I know, we verrrry nearly didn't go round and Paloma changed it on the dayvot was getting bricked, very glad we did!! Green or white tiles on the window wall though?

[@candicemichellegoddard5419]

@ white since the wall tiles will be white.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

The legends Nicky & Harri mucked in this week, make sure to give them a follow and check their version of events here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gouXnZqigLF1opo&t

[@carolinejones9465]

Wow your bathroom is going to look amazing, can’t wait for it to be finished and take a Shower ha! 🚿 xx

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha we really need a shower after this week! Marble underfloor heating in the shower sounds very appealing right ha? 😅🧡

[@taliatelly6877]

LOVE the window!!! I loved the stained glass options you were thinking about but I like this one EVEN MORE! Also, I love seeing more regular content from y'all on youtube! Everytime I see a new video I get so excited! Keep up the amazing work!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you! Ahh we love making the KZbin long form videos, we just wish we had more time to make them all real finessed pieces (can you tell we are both control freaks haha) working at making the YT a sustainable job, but its definitely working at a loss at the mo, but little by little! Really appreciate the support :) Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@taliatelly6877]

@@RestoringNumberFour I loved the new video! :) Its exciting to see the bathroom come along! It's going to look amazing. And wishing you good luck with the YT -- may the algorithm gods bless you!

[@caronchester3144]

So exciting! ❤

[@Ernzt8]

Love the new bathroom window. Good choice not to pick colors to keep it future proof. It also lets more natural light in.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Yeah we thought best to keep it neutral, but glad you like!! Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@mocarra100]

You guys are doing a great job! I'm so excited to see how this bathroom is going to turn out let alone the whole house! You're very hard workers, I'll say it again I have faith in this young generation! Much love from Oklahoma USA Jackie 🇺🇸💖

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you Jackie 🥰🥰 we can't wait to finally have a bathroom too, the thought of being able to have a shower whenever we want is just incredible!! Let see if we can get it done by Christmas?! Thanks for watching Jackie, we really appreciate you xx

[@lindagage7315]

Love that window! The tiles are fantastic! Can't wait until you are done with your bathroom! Looking great!

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you Linda, we can't wait either! All the items have arrived and waiting to be installed, so it really is down to us to get a move on!

[@leannegamble]

Marble skirting, so boujee, I love it 😂

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Hahah we are so extra 😂😂😂 I'm 100% here for it though 😍

[@gwennodafydd1]

Love the circular bathroom window. Where did you get that idea then? 😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@RestoringNumberFour]

haha we have very good recommendations from friends! :)

[@susancoleman2323]

Love your videos xx

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you Susan! We love sharing the journey with you guys!

[@anthonybrowne4022]

🫶🏻So happy for you both you are making it look easy now love what you’re doing with the place 🤭 loving the window it’s going to give the bathroom a great look it’s going to look stunning with your tiles 🫶🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you so much Anthony! I'm so excited to get this bathroom to the same elegant standards as that window! Any tips on building a bathroom?!

[@leightondoswell453]

great work team, good luck.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you Leighton! Progess is slow but is getting there!!

[@Slate56]

"16 months at No 4".................now that was😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣 And the round window looks great! Should've got a bigger one 😗

[@RestoringNumberFour]

It's been a torrid time, why did we do this again? 🤪😅😅😅

[@Palo-jm7xc]

Looks good! The window turned out well. You certainly have a lot to do, but you both seem capable. Regarding the waterproofing, I’d recommend using a tile backer board like Wedi or Jackoboard (there are other brands too). These not only provide a suitable substrate to tile onto, but the foam core is waterproof, so you just need to seal all the joints and fixing holes. I’d always recommend tanking the entire area, though, just to be certain. Another advantage is that it offers a bit of insulation, which can help reduce condensation after a steamy shower. For areas with timber, install 18mm plywood over the studs (or between them, if you want to save as much space as possible), then fit a 10-12mm Wedi-style board, securing it with stainless steel fixings. For masonry areas, simply prime the wall and use a suitable tile adhesive to fix the tile backer board. You could tank the masonry directly, but I think it’s better to isolate any potential issues from your tanking especially if you’re spending a lot on the tiles. Use a tanking system like Mapei WP1 or a similar liquid system, applying the tape to all the corner joints. If you’re opting for wet underfloor heating, you’d probably be best using a cement-based product on the floor, like Hardy Backer or an aluminum oxide board like Marmox. The wet UFH will likely be installed with spreader plates, so you don’t want a foam-based backer board over your heating, as this would insulate and reduce the effectiveness of your UFH. The cement board will provide some thermal mass, especially if you go for a 12mm thickness. Again, you can use the Mapei WP1 system, or other tanking membranes like Impey or Mapei, which can be directly applied to the cement board. Wedi board can be used over underfloor heating as it has minimal insulating properties, so it won’t cause any major issues with the system. It’s also a great option because it simplifies the process as you’re using one product for both waterproofing and a tiling substrate, instead of layering multiple different ones. Please, whatever you do, DON’T tile over plasterboard, even if you tank it it’s just not acceptable imo. One final note, which is probably the most important: I noticed when you did the underground drainage, it looked like you didn’t bevel the ends to a 45-degree angle (maybe you edited it out and didn’t show it). This is a very important part of using underground drainage, as it ensures the rubber seal folds out properly. Without the bevel, the blunt end of the pipe can either slice the seal off or grab it and drag it into the fitting, preventing a proper seal. I’d definitely double-check that, as once the floor is concreted, it’s very difficult to access those fittings without a lot of unnecessary work.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Somewhat capable but very slow as we learn ha, but we enjoy it! For waterproofing we have gone with Schluter, heard of them? (Let us know what you think of our new video, its all in there) We are working with them with Wunda rapid response UFH and Marble tiles to top it off (also in the new vid). You have great knowledge is this your trade? Painting the plasterboard wall, as it's far enough away from the shower not to worry about. Noted on the piping, we have fitted what we think is a 45-degree angle on now, but more on that soon, been held up in the kitchen with the shared leadwater pipe issue, but that's been sorted now, woohoo!

[@emmacm5457]

I feel like a saucepan 😂🤣

[@RestoringNumberFour]

We've all been there right haha Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@annamimi1335]

Hey I just subscribed! Nicky and Harri sent me here also! Excited to see your renovation journey! Anna from Colorado USA

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Hey Ana! Welcome to the channel, it's great to hear from you! We hope you enjoy watching along our journey 😊 have you done much renovating yourself?

[@maiathorne737]

"like having a poo at a festival" 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha we have all had those traumatic experiences before right...?😅😅 enjoy the vid? 🧡

[@chrisballUKtoNZ]

subscribed to that other lot, BUT dont worry you 2.... youre my OGs (original grafters)

[@RestoringNumberFour]

haha too kind Chris 😘😘😘

[@thetundra]

Shout out to Chris for the editing on this video. Very entertaining.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Hehe, he's getting good at it isn't he?! Thanks for the support, it's much appreciated 🥰🥰

[@julienicholson5144]

It's great to watch another video of your progress. Have you managed to get your water pipe issue sorted? I thought it may have needed to go under your flooring like the waste pipe? It's great to see you guys, Nicky & Harry all helping each other out😄 Great choice in keeping the window a neutral colour, and I love the tile colours. Your bathroom is going to be so beautiful. Sounds like everything is sealed in now just in time for winter, I hope it's noticeably warmer with your doors & windows in. I'm looking forward to the outside door reveal😊 take care you two.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank you so much Julie! The water pipe is being sorted as next door have applied to get their own water supply which is the best solution! So eventually, we'll be able to cut the leaking pipe out fully as it won't be attached to anything! We're so excited to see how this bathroom turns out, it's been a long time coming! Thanks for watching Julie, you're the best! X

[@julienicholson5144]

@RestoringNumberFour that's fantastic news, very glad the neighbors are on board with it all.

[@Redrally]

LOL - I love that you two inadvertently demonstrated why it's important to renovate and set up the bathroom early. By waiting a year and a half, you're now spending more money on the finishes like marble skirting. You've waited so long and worked so hard you are getting the Maximum Value Bathroom to be your showcase centrepiece!!!

[@Sabinee211]

Why is it important to do it first? You need to buy the marble anyway, now or later

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha yes thats a real problem waiting longer means we have given more time for Paloma to brainstorm more crazy idea haha. But all good fun, apart from the lack of bathroom, Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@metalhead2550]

Did you manage to get your falls right? Gotta make those solids flow 😂 I see the Vinted overalls are out again, very stylish! I'm interested to see the UFH trials and tribulations lol looking at doing that at my place too

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha, we err'd on the side of caution and made sure it was a bit more than1/60 anyway!! Vinted is a goldmine for those punchy pieces right ha. Ahh nice, are you currently renovating, what the project size?! We have a retro fit water UFH from Wunda, (rapid response) heard of that?

[@metalhead2550]

@@RestoringNumberFour Ah interesting, I hadn't come across that solution previously. I've decided to go with one that cuts into the existing slab by JK (my budget is the restrictive factor when it comes to digging out the floors) It's not as efficient but it gets the flow temps down significantly :)

[@RestoringNumberFour]

@@metalhead2550 Oh very interesting!! Wunda is an overboard system, so we don't have to dig out the floors in the living room and dining room, it just goes one top which is fab. There's so many options out there to choose from isn't there!

[@metalhead2550]

@@RestoringNumberFour Absolutely! I must have investigated like 10, good luck with the install, looking forward to the videos on it :)

[@NinaWick-lk3br]

Hi guys just joined your channel from new Zealand ❤

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Hey Nina! Welcome to the channel, we're so glad you made it here! Have you done any renovating yourself?

[@NinaWick-lk3br]

@RestoringNumberFour no I haven't can't wait to see what you guys do

[@ProblemsolverCaroline]

Im sitting here having my coffee ☕ and preparing myself to finish renovating my own extension before we will start bathroom 🛁🚿 😅

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha hey Caroline! Ahh amazing, how's the reno going and what's the project? 🧡🙌

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Love the window and tiles! I hope you get all the plumbing sorted so you can get a good wash...ya'filthy animals😂❤🎉xx

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ahh amazing, glad you like the window Moira!! We are filthy animals, not even sure a shower would change that 😂😂😂

[@JamJarzz]

Technically it is a bargain, more than you bargained for that is. On the bright side though, if there's ever an issue in the future with the plumbing you won't need to get quote £1000 to fix a drainage problem. As draining and demotivating it must be there, these videos are super entertaining.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Haha we actually had bargained for a lot, but maybe this leak is one step too far now right?! Know about the legal side of shared water feeds?! And thanks glad we can provide entertainment through our dark days 😂😂

[@Ragnar8504]

@@RestoringNumberFour Is that lead pipe? In that case you might be able to get the whole lot replaced for free because lead pipes aren't considered safe for drinking water anymore.

[@jpreston8672]

Hmm - the engineer (and former home renovator) in me has a wee bit of fear when you say you are combining "wet room" with "underfloor heating ." Surely not electric underfloor heating? I would worry about future leaks (even minor) and short circuits/shock potential.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

No electrics! It's a wet overlay system 😊 have checked with both the ufh and wetroom suppliers and all say it is good to go! Fingers crossed+

[@Brainchild110]

My mans, you need to go for flat panel LED spotlights and not the big can type that will involve you punching a massive hole through your insulating layers. The heat they gove off also acts as a pump to push the nice "bought" air inside your house outside through the roof. So best be avoided and go for a solution that doesnt need that big hole.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ahh this is some good advice actually, will look into it, is this what you have? Let us know what you think of our new video! 😊

[@catklu]

🎈🙂👍

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thanks Cat! let us know what you think of the new video! 😊

[@FilizMert06]

👏👏👍

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Thank youuuu! Good or bad choice with round window?

[@moodyga40]

windows very Victorian

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Woohoo, nailed the brief! 🙌🧡

[@Torquetrailauto]

Found you through recommendation from Harri and Nicky. Some advice, a bit more enthusiasm in your voice would be more engaging. At the moment it’s very monotone. No hate, just feel it would go a long way.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

noted on the feedback, we have been to bogged down to feel perky lately, but let us know how the tone is in our new video we have up? 😊

[@Debora-m8r]

You might consider a floor drain for the bath. They are used in most hotel bathrooms. Put down the moisture barrier and build up the floor with a concrete bowl sloped towards the floor drain. Build your shower as a cement curb. Use a cement with fine aggravation. After you build the dams, then slope the shower. Then tile over the top of the floor and shower floor. It is the least expensive and best moisture containment I have found other than tacky fiberglass shower floors.

[@RestoringNumberFour]

Ohh that's a very interesting technique!! We have already commited to the Schluter wetroom system - we've heard great things about it, so hopefully we will manage to install it properly and have a watertight room to come! If all else fails, I will definitely be coming to you for more info about your suggested system! Thanks for sharing Debora!