Upgrading The Garage For A New Family Arrival

[@cindiakers2361]

Be super careful and always empty the lint tray after every use!! That is just a fire waiting to happen. You also need to get the dryer vent (from the dryer to the outside of the house) cleaned regularly as well.

[@smellmycoffee]

Looks like a condenser tumble dryer so probably no vent to outside, but yes definitely need to empty lint every time!!

[@lisaward7969]

Was rushing to write this

[@lisaward7969]

Csn you put spacers in or washers

[@clarealbon]

Need to empty lint filter after every cycle , I always put the lint in the garden and the birds use it in nests

[@frogladybg6199]

I was going to mention that to Joe too. A fire waiting to happen!🐸

[@xscarlettx12]

It's Jane Austen. She mentioned your great great great great-grandparents in a letter. I read it in a book called Jane Austen's Letters and recognised the name Cooth Austen from your episode 😁

[@sarahsmith6295]

Hi joe, as a nail tech, the little white mark on your nail is from damage, so either whacking your nail against something or dropping something on your nail etc

[@foodandstuff2724]

If the shelves are bowing just stick another bracket in the middle 😊 I would put more shelves up and make them wider and then centralise them 😊

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Think we were all shocked at that amount of fluff in the Tumble dryer 😮😱 that was For sure a huge Fire Hazard Please clean fliter after every use, had. A few neighbours that sadly lost everything due to the tumble dryer 😢 I hate them feel they use far too much electricity ,i much rather hang my washing outside ( mostly i do come frost etc ) . Love to hear your Family history 😊 Great video have a Good week 🥰

[@youngthing12]

Hi Joe You have supposed to clean all parts of the dryer where fluff goes, there should be 2 parts as it looks like you have a condenser dryer. The water collected after drying should also be removed every time it’s used. You can dry almost anything in a dryer nowadays especially a condenser dryer. There will be different programs on the outside you can choose 👍🏻😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@W0rdsandMus1c]

Joe I worked in Dry cleaning/Laundry for 50 years, I never use a tumble dryer they fade your colours and all that fluff is your clothes getting thinner, if you do use one look at the care label, a square with a circle in it means tumble dry, if there's a cross through it do not tumble dry, always clean the filter after every use, if it builds up it stops your clothes drying and is a serious fire risk, hope that helps you, I will stick with my clothes airer, also they don't cost anything X

[@vallee3140]

First thing I thought when I saw that, fire risk, I clean mine after every use.

[@katiek1856]

The detergents we have available these days for laundry do a much better job preventing color fading. Also, don’t tumble dry clothes with jeans and towels. Do those on a separate load as they will wear out your clothing when washed and dried together.

[@W0rdsandMus1c]

@@katiek1856 It's not the washing detergent that takes the colour it is the banging against the metal drum and heat that does the damage, I have seen so many people in Laundrettes put all their washing in one washer/dryer suppose they are saving money, but by the time heavy jeans, jackets and towels are dry you have ruined your lightweight things.

[@smudgercfc9827]

who would have thought that your channel and Life of Tom would become DIY Channels. Loving all the DIY from both of you.

[@meghanburroughs]

I recycle my dryer lint, as it is great as a fire starter! (That’s why you need to empty it after each use!) I just stuff the lint into empty cardboard loo rolls or paper towel rolls to use as a fire starter. Some lint can also be used in compost piles. I’ve also used dryer lint to make homemade paper in art school.

[@charlirp7606]

Hi Joe, a viewer of 10+ years here (how crazy)!! Been re-watching your old vlogs recently and they’ve filled me with so much nostalgia!🥰 excited to watch this one, hope you’re well!

[@Mbappe10-y]

Same

[@GabrielaStoianova]

Same

[@charlottethorpeee]

As a 14 year old girl, deffo not the target audience for a vlog all about house DIY , but still loved watching it ! Keep up the vlogs Joe 🤣🤍

[@louisebox1604]

Hi Joe, you need to clean the fluff out every time you use it and the drawer is for the water from the clothes that you dry. Again, empty that too, that’s what I do anyway. Also, I put some of the lint out for the birds to use as nesting material - not sure if it’s safe though! Fab vlogs! X

[@taylerkirby]

Correct- your dryer can catch on fire if you don't clear that out

[@kcmorris4875]

No unfortunately it's not safe for birds as alot of it can contain microplastics or synthetic materials

[@louisebox1604]

@@kcmorris4875 thank you. I couldn’t remember if it was ok.

[@Its.birdperson]

Another solution to your racks is to just put another shelf supporter in the middle! This will distribute the weight more and prevent it from bending, AND you wont need to replace the other ones and make unnecessary holes :) Hope it helps

[@ochoreba7949]

You need to clean the lint trap every use it's a fire hazard, also clean out the vent outside, stay safe😉

[@nicolad8822]

There is no outside vent with that sort?

[@andrearyan816]

Yes empty the fluff and water after every use. I know someone who had a house fire from not clearing the fluff filter. Most things can be tumble dried but I don’t dry sports wear if it contains lycra.

[@pomme800]

*put some wood filler/wood putty in those holes.... then to color it once you've sanded , you can use a water-based dye or stain *re:dryer/ don't mix dark with whites, don't dry on high temp if fabric is fragile or if you don't want the clothes to shrink, empty lint every time, dryer will be more efficient /and can be fire hazard

[@lisaward7969]

Can't wait to see your family tree vlog the one they showed was amazing enough the innovation and the jewellery lines coming down through it I'm intrigued now

[@jennyskam6954]

Great bit of work with the drill joe....top job😊make sure you empty the lint drawer out regularly to stop the dryer overheating and risking a potential fire😊great vlog joe❤

[@meganlouise8887]

That dryer lint is giving me the fear Joe!! 🙊🙈 It can catch fire really easily. Very handy for camping or fire starters for a bbq 😂😂

[@GracefullyDarling]

As an American, watching a friend from across the pond learn about tumble dryers was great. I grew up with one and only air dry knit-wear like sweaters or anything that shrinks like cotton fabrics. Anything is able to go in its just important to be mindful of shrinkage in material when heat is applied or if the item is a "delicate" item like bras etc.

[@YouTube]

that giant cutout is unreal 😂

[@KatieBen-i2r]

Thanks for the vlog joe xx we love you.

[@jmfoster]

You can use dryer lint for kindling if you do a bonfire! It catches fire very easily. Try to only burn natural fibers though.

[@christyturpel]

Joe! These vlogs are making my day! I am in the third trimester of my first pregnancy and they brings so much joy! Thank you❤

[@deanhepburn3302]

For the dodgy holes, stick some silicon in the hole and fill it up to just before the hole opening then buy wood filler up to the flat surface

[@donnaclara1040]

CLEAN THE LINT DRAW EVERY TIME YOU USE IT! ITS A FIRE RISK!

[@aegg9915]

No it isn’t

[@paigem016]

I use tumble dryer for nearly everything.. unless it’s like delicates or sweaters that may shrink. You can put out the lint in winter occasionally for the birds- they use it for their nests.

[@kungpochopedtuna]

I miss those childhood trips to pink planet, was so fun just spending hours looking at everything in that shop

[@S.o.p.h.993]

I loved your episode 'Who Do You Think You Are'! I bought a VPN subscription just so I could watch it 😅 (I'm in Sydney, Australia, lol). I would absolutely LOVE a whole video of you talking about it and showing more from the folder you have and explaining any bits they cut out. This sort of thing is right up my alley, made even better coming from a fave online creator 😄 My mind first thought of Robert the Bruce being your ancestor, since my own grandpa used to swear we were descendants of his 😅 (my grandpa hasn't been proven right, but also hasn't been disproven tbf 😂), but then realised that'd basically mean you were distantly related to the current English Royal Family, which DEFINITELY would have made it into the show 😂

[@Louisescarr1972]

0mg joe the fuff from the tumble dryer should be cleaned after every use as should the water be emptied out of the water draw / tray. As for what you can tumble dry well it tells you on your clothes love. Most designer stuff cannot be tumbled or at least that's what I've found and I use my condenser tumble dryer like yours every day.

[@kat9669]

Hi joe Well done with the shelf. I think it looks perfect to me - 👍

[@sandrabutcher1961]

Long tray in tumble dryer fills up with water and needs to be emptied, tumble dryer will make a noise when does, you can put most things in check clothes labels but can put in towels and bedding

[@bethparry9051]

Great vlog Tumble dryer fluff..great for lighting fires Looking forward to your next vlog

[@wonderwoman5528]

Your neuroticism when talking about the wood and wall starting a fire, was making me LOL 😂

[@jademarvs3]

Joe check and empty the lint tray part after every use. And that draw you pulled out at the top collects water, you need to empty that too😆👍

[@Lucylu7]

dryer tips! that drawer you pulled out collects the water, I usually empty it every time but you can just when its full but do check, the lint draw again empty every time you use. In my opinion most underwear and socks and towels can go in (apart bras) but you can check clothing labels too, the square with a circle in it and either no dot, one dot or two means it can go in, if its got an x through that it can't, hope this helps!

[@misskit123]

The Sky Movies Groundhog Day thing is my FAVOURITE!!

[@joannbanks7007]

Tumble dryers are amazing. Dry towels and clothes. You have to clean the lint out after each use or you risk a fire.

[@mammabev1]

You need to empty the fluff from the dryer often because it can cause a fire 🔥. If it's got a filter wash that too I do ours once a year. As a big Tom fan I'm now living your blogs too .

[@ElkinsAbby]

Coming from an American: I put pretty much everything in a tumble dryer.... (although it's not always the best for all clothes I guess). But its VERY important to clean the lint trap regularly! Could cause a fire. I clear mine before every single load.

[@jessyanne]

the draw in the tumble dryer is the water that's been collected from the wet clothes needs to be emptied as and when :)

[@jillivanilli]

Hmm, a new addition to the family but you can only pick it up when it's dry? Only thing I can think of is a motorbike, or maybe a moped. Initially got excited cos I thought it was a golf cart, but then I remembered you don't live in Florida 😂 The comments section is shaming me, I've had tumble dryers for many years and never emptied the lint until it looks like yours, half terrified and half exhilarated to find out I've been living life on the edge 🤘

[@joannebolton1]

... also that little white speck Joe is probably the remains of a knock/what's called a stress mark. It'll just grow out. 👌

[@markbaylis1982]

Don't worry about the bowing just put another bracket in the middle instead of moving the others

[@kayleybowe4920]

Lint from the dryer is great for birds they will use it for nests :)

[@Laucapon]

White mark on your nail is just a sign of damage or stress to the nail plate. So you must have whacked your thumb at some point. Nothing to worry about, it’s almost grown out anyway ❤

[@gianna7036]

Omg yes please share info about your family tree!

[@lottielamb]

Empty the lint tray after every use, the tray at the top is for the water

[@effielarkin3044]

Jo. Most of the world does not use clothes dryers but here in Canada most of us do. I brought a friend over from The Balkans and they did not understand what a dryer was at all. I do put most of my freshly washed clothes in the dryer...however good blouses ..delicate materials NO DRYER. In Macedonia i hung everything outside on the balcony and it was dry in 20 minutes. Well when the temperature is 40 degrees Thats the way it is. Oh and no jumpers in the dryer. You need to empty the lint basket after every wash.

[@TanyaMalone-k3y]

Your nail is absolutely fine. The white spot is where youve damaged it slightly and will grow out

[@janetroberts2262]

Definitely clean lint tray after each use and clean the vent regularly, total fire hazard. Also, put extra bracket’s in the middle of the shelves so they don’t bow over time ❤❤

[@jill7717]

Number one fire is from lint in the dryer and number 2 the chargers from phones, bikes etc. Just put a trash can next to the dryer. I put almost everything in the dryer except things from wool and other things that you already was carefully in the washing machine. I also love using the dryer to get wrinkles out of fabric 😂

[@linzertube]

Just put another bracket in the middle of the other two. Extra strength!

[@megortiz7343]

I'm 61 n I recall tv off on all channels at certain hour n the day my dad splurged n we got a box to have HBO ...lolol

[@malialegros1538]

You need to empty the lint catcher after every use otherwise it can be a fire hazard. ❤

[@susansmith2441]

my guess is Dick Whittington! And that is why the cat loved you so much, you and your family having the cat connection!!!!!

[@lynnhind4747]

Good answer!

[@N7Biotic]

You need to clean the lint tray after every cycle!! Also same with the water tank that you opened. Lint could be very useful to put in the garden for birds to make nests aswell :)

[@loribaugh5162]

I live in Texas and use a dryer for everything, Towels, Jeans, Sheets.

[@paradateconecta]

Oh! I just loveeee Gumball, But I've never seen it in English! I'll look for the episode to watch it, how cool! Hope your beautiful Diane arrives soon and gets super happy with the renovations! Congrats! 🎉🎉🎉

[@Plagski]

Tumbledry your towels! That's the best way to get soft and fluffy towels

[@ThatcherJoeVlogs]

That’s all I really use it for as all my clothes say they can’t be tumble dried 😅

[@W0rdsandMus1c]

@@ThatcherJoeVlogs Joe, everyone telling you to clean the filters because of risk of fire, if you only dry towels be extra careful that they have cooled down before folding and putting away, I have seen bags of drying combust especially if they are used in gyms, sauna's where emollients are used.

[@isobellecollier6587]

I wouldn't reccomend binning your lint. It's a fire risk to have in the house but also it's extremely useful to birds as they can use it as warm nesting. Thankyou for the vlog joe

[@TracieB06]

The drawer gathers water in the tumble dryer, I fold my clothes first, then pop in, you can put most things in, but that's why you check the label look for square with circle , it can be popped in

[@katelynmacleod]

Clean your lint trap after every use! You can throw out the lint but some people throw it outside for the birds to build nests with!

[@smudgercfc9827]

think the water tank is good idea for the gym or the sauna/ice bath area

[@MsDAnielleR]

Great and funny vlog enjoyed watching it. And with the tumble dryer you need to check and clean the lint trap every day because it cause a fire hazard

[@katherinecollins4685]

Loved this

[@kkrispy2009P]

Great vlog and update well done on the chase joe

[@ezdancewithvi]

Wow! Watching here! California

[@jillipepper5353]

Check the labels on clothing to see if they are safe for the dryer, some wool or fine fabrics could melt. Lint trap should be cleaned every load ideally but at least every few loads, machine works best if cleaned out. Should clean out the hose to outdoors once in awhile or it can be a fire hazard, but don’t be afraid to use it, we use the dryer pretty much everyday. Oh, make sure the cover is on the outdoor part of the lint hose or…….squirrels and or bugs, maybe a mouse will get in the house through that opening. 😂

[@elizabethsmith9213]

Great vlog Joe 😊xx

[@KGmomma4]

The drawer becomes full of the water from your clothes as itsxa condenser dryer, empty after each use x

[@ashleyboudville7086]

If it’s a condenser dryer like ours then all the water goes into that drawer and it needs emptying after every wash. Happy drying 🥳

[@johnturner4400]

Joe. No one uses plugs these days. You can get fixings that screw straight into the breeze block.

[@Nella296]

I think you can just put a third bracket in the middle of the shelves for support 😊 instead of charging the wood or redrilling 🤔

[@beckyallgood1765]

Joe you can save your tumble dryer fluff and put it outside for the birds and their nest’s! 😊

[@barbaraeastwood]

If your shelves are bulging then just put another bracket under the shelf in the middle, between the end ones 😀. Also I hope you are going to show us your garage development, it was disappointing that you didn’t finish. Not comparing, but if it was Dianne making, she would have made and read instructions after, that’s the way to do it 😉

[@JAS0NPYATT]

Joe you could have plugged them and use hooks for hanging tools 😉

[@NatBail]

If the screws are too long put some washers on the screw so they take up the excess space

[@LDD23]

Could always put something over the tv in the garage. I’ve kept the tv cover thing you get with it in my garage

[@elainemurray2059]

Loved that thanks Joe ❤️

[@sueriley1965]

Another great vlog with a side of echo the dolphin 😂 are you and Tom in competition for sorting out lol. Waiting now on a cliff hanger , till next week then 😊

[@JM-wg7ow]

Joe I can’t believe your tumble dryer you need to do that and the water tray in regularly intervals please

[@annajosullivan]

I live in the US and can’t imagine not using a dryer. Your clothes are so much softer when you do. When you hang them to dry they’re so stiff.

[@beth1814]

just heads up, you need to clean the lint trap after every use. Love the vidoe!

[@won-planet33]

Put the lint out for the birds to use for nesting. Also you need quality supplements that are bioavailable for the body. You need to get Ionic zinc liquid. And ester C vitamin C.

[@celinegallagher9073]

Aw joe i just watch youre vlog i been watching tom vlogs about renovation to his house and tom is doing a brillant job it was hilar with the orange buckets it was good i dont have a clue with the new addition to the family would be more vlogs doing the shed up thank you ☺

[@garrygrimsey]

Is it just me or did anyone else just sing. ‘SEGA ‘ in your head 😂

[@KeKeFruit]

I've seen people keep there lint, place it into egg cartons and then pour over melted petroleum jelly once harded again it's perfect firte lighters x

[@debrap206]

Hey Joe, be mindful about supplementing too much zinc. It could deplete your copper.

[@rosiemarsden5690]

Super important to clean the filter out it's the biggest cause of house fire's a good friend of mine house was gutted due to her tumble dryer fire. I also switch mine off after use - just saying. x ☺

[@benwood6573]

Don’t put to much weight on those MDF shelf’s joe unless you put another bracket in the middle MDF tends to sag if not supported properly😃

[@lisagittings6697]

Its a condensed dryer and that were the water gose so you do have to empty it every time you use it

[@foodandstuff2724]

I take the lint from the tumble dryer and shove it in a empty toilet roll and use it as a fire lighter in the home or the outdoor fire 😊😊😊😊

[@LeeAnnaBananas]

Clean the lint trap before turning the dryer on + you might want to buy some dryer sheets to keep clothes from getting static. Also, how do people in the Uk normal dry their clothes? Hang dry?

[@kgold2110]

The water collects in the Plastic top Thing which needs regular emptying and omg you should be emptying the lint thing after every cycle Or it’s at risk of catching on fire

[@moniker1]

There's a movie channel that plays Groundhog Day on repeat all day every 2nd February. Yes, do tell us about your family connection to Jane Austen, it's been years since you said you were going to do a video on it on stream.

[@escapereallife7128]

Joe, you would be surprised how many house fires are started from dryer lint. (Firefighter wifey) Best to just get into the habit to clean it out every time eh. btw thanks for vlogging more, always enjoy them ♥(knows you are not a daily vlogger lol)

[@carolinecasey5616]

Don’t throw the lint away. Pop it outside, the birds will take it to make a cosy nest 🕊️

[@Venluska]

Most of it is propably plastic (polyester etc.) so I wouldn’t put it in the nature.

[@MJGOLDHEART]

You should clean the lint out after every time you use the tumble dryer!

[@janeburridge7373]

Pete the pigeon and friends 😂