We Built an A-Frame Cabin: START to FINISH

[@ericpierce4041]

Reminded me of the time when me and my dad built his house 1500 sq ft 3 bdrm A frame .We did every single thing from dirt work to finished even snowed on us lol 2 ,1/2 years paycheck to paycheck hauled everything on the roof of our car best memories of my life .only mistake we couldn't fix was only doing it once ,we should of kept building other houses stay strong and follow your dreams .👍🏘

[@TheDoerDuo]

That’s amazing! I can’t imagine the work that went into doing that. This A-frame seriously tested us and it’s teeny tiny. But like you, memories were definitely made. Thanks for watching!

[@tylernault3563]

To all the dorks complaining that people won’t stay here. I have a 14x14 tiny cabin in the woods with no running water or bathroom. Just an outhouse. And people love it. 5 Star rating on Airbnb. I have a hot tub and wifi set up that I believe likely tips the scales in my favor. But either way most people are looking for a little adventure. Quit being negative and try it sometime. Lol

[@TheDoerDuo]

💯 If only they knew how special it is. Lots of people truly do love to get away from the daily grind and have a unique experience.

[@SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me]

We had no electricity, we used oil lamps. A woodburning stove for cooking and to heat with and heat water for various needs. Our water was from a hand pumped well and the outhouse was a two seater. Life was Good!!❤❤❤❤

[@eray9934]

Gotta have the hot tub lol!

[@zaharov_natali]

Молодцы, ребята...! Очень комфортабельный домик в лесном массиве получился👍))) В работе были задействованы все члены семьи и каждый внёс в этот проект частичку своей души... Очень понравилась ваша совместная работа👍!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! It was definitely a fun family project.

[@TinyHomeBigAcres]

The A frame is the most sleek, simple, yet sophisticated design in my opinion. Nicely done.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much for your kind words 😊

[@dokuujin1851]

Yessir. A-Frames are also really nice cause they save a pretty good amount of materials. An A frame cabin with a loft bedroom can end up having just as much space as a normal cabin, while also looking interesting AND being cheaper. :)

[@195dm]

L'unico problema è che vicino alle pareti a causa degli angoli non si può arredare Come si vuole e, a parità di metri quadri, ha meno spazio di una casa normale però il lavoro per costruirla è molto minore e il materiale molto meno

[@PrimitiveHumanLife]

Every video you create is creative and unique. You’re truly an inspiration to the community!

[@Loretta-fu1cy]

4 minutes in and this is the smarter build I've seen; I could probably do it this way.

[@marcosrodz3370]

I just got the idea, now I know how do mine, your guys did it really simple to understand, I saw a video where a guy made the bathroom separated of the A-cabin, between the A-cabin and bathroom he made a small wood floor with a couple chairs! Thanks for the video, its great!

[@TheDoerDuo]

The bathroom video will be coming out soon and we built it right near the a frame. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@letsdiscoverflorida]

Great looking A frame cabin! I tried to use those clear panels on part of my shed but I had the same problem plus some leakage so I ended up replacing them with more metal roof panels instead. Live and learn.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Yeah we saw that coming and had to divert. Definitely a lesson learned.

[@BS.-.-]

Someone get this man a box of torx drive construction screws. They dont cam out like philips.

[@jonasdevroomen7853]

And a impact driver

[@gabriellafarella2926]

Mamma come siete Veloci!!!!....😉👍💖e Bravissimi👍💖

[@edgardopaulique8916]

OMG !!! I WANT TO LIVE HERE , COZY, SIMPLE BUT BEAUTIFUL !!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

So glad you like it! 😊

[@anthonysmith1678]

Love the video especially seeing youre little helper made me remember when i use help my dad when i was kid thank you for helping me to remember this memorie ❤

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! We’re hoping he remembers just as you do.

[@scottfoster2487]

Good little project. A small wood chipper will be handy to make trails mud and dirt free,chip all the small brush an thin the under growth will make the place a fairy tal setting. Neat idea for a build.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Great idea! Thanks for the tip! 😊

[@ВадикСтепаненко]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Здравствуйте Уважаемый иностранец, Всего доброго вам и вашим родным и близким здоровья и счастья вам и вашим близким❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ВадикСтепаненко]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ Здравствуйте Уважаемый иностранец Всего доброго вам и вашим близким и родным и вашей Стране, процветания и благополучия сил и интересного времени провождения❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@pachecodecastro2593]

I’m glad you got rid of the plastic.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Same!

[@paulmonkcom]

Great job, well done guys. If you do another one, use wooden pins or nails, not screws for the framing, outside the stresses and strains from the elements will require the frame to be a little flexible. Screws are great where there is no movement and will snap when put under tension, where as a pin or nail will bend, which also helps stop the timber from splitting. 8~)

[@TheDoerDuo]

I’ve never even heard of wooden pins but it makes a whole lot of sense. Thanks for the tip!

[@tysonsmith9779]

Bad advice. Nails actually back out and get loose over time due to expansion/contraction due to temp/moisture changes. Modern structural screws are designed to compensate for this. It's not like the old days where the screw heads would just pop off if the wood expanded. You guys absolutely made the correct choice.

[@1mastcreator]

@@TheDoerDuo Hi can you please tell where the location and how much total to build a such tiny house including land or instruction it? I can help you with something else such as I learned 《feng shui》many problem I saw in American house inside......and I can help to adjust that I can bring many people for purchasing such house but please reply with details!

[@RMChannel21]

Great fun with the family Building an A-Frame Cabin from start to finish..

[@TheDoerDuo]

It was, thank you!

[@andrewhurst6360]

Wow. Tons of work. You guys worked together, even the kid and the dog. Well done.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!!

[@ВадикСтепаненко]

​@@TheDoerDuo❤❤❤❤❤ Здравствуйте Уважаемый иностранец Всего доброго вам и вашим родным и близким успехов и процветания вам и вашей семье Стране, мирного неба над головой, пусть ваше Отчество и Родина крепнет и процветает❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ будьте здоровы и счастливы

[@rolandutes1]

i love the products in the car. get it done. no limits

[@TheDoerDuo]

We don’t have fancy equipment so the car is a huge asset!

[@TRPGpilot]

@@TheDoerDuo Showed this to my wife as she has been on many a similar journey back from the DIY store packed in between sheets of timber just like this! 🙂

[@christopher480]

wow this gives new meaning to the term "building on a budget"

[@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739]

Great teamwork..... everybody played their part.... even the little guy was painting..

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you and thanks for watching! It was a really fun family project 😊

[@gdaymates431]

That dog and kid are living their best lives, haha.

[@TheDoerDuo]

They loved being part of the process! 🙌

[@speliotis]

Great accomplishment & wish you well with th AirBnB.. Just curious why you didnt insulate the floor.... Wasnt shown in the video did you use calking around the windows? & I guess more to come means a heat source???? Lots of fun watching your family working on a great project.....

[@TheDoerDuo]

Yeah, we decided to make it a seasonal rental so we didn’t add insulation to the floors but added insulation to the walls for noise cancelling as the a-frame is a few hundred feet off of a road. We’re kicking ourselves now because we’d like to add a direct vent propane heater to extend the season. We’re on the fence. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@speliotis]

@@TheDoerDuo your build really resonated with me I thought about this after - mostly how it would stand the test of time... Wondered also about critters getting under neath & nesting.. You got this.. keep up the great work.... Look forward to the next build or build out !!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

@@speliotis thank you for following along. We’ve got our eye on the next project. Our last cabin has been up for almost two years with high traffic and she’s standing strong so hopefully this one will do the same 🤞

[@speliotis]

You are @@TheDoerDuo Wish you all the best. inspiring & enriching others...

[@Onurlagez]

Harika video olmuş emeklerinize sağlık beğenerek izledim ⭐

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@sd247]

I love your work on this "A"-frame. I will use the technique along with two small wooden yurts on the ends. Do you have the plans for this beautiful structure for a fee?

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much and that sounds like a great idea! We bought plans on Etsy from elevated spaces but added dormers of our own which we learned from various KZbin videos. Good luck on your build!

[@theminsm3588]

❤Cute, good job. that plastic clear cover is great for patio top.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@Dan-440]

What a great job. I am planning on building the Diedricksen A frame in late fall. Probably no renting. Just an extra hangout and place for guests.

[@TheDoerDuo]

I haven’t heard of that one before, I’ll check it out. Good luck on the build!

[@mesprojects674]

I’ve built the diedricksen, variation without the swing out as it’s in wild animal and the occasional bear country. Used 2x6 for the main A frames and walls, I have no doubt it could be put on a trailer / it’s solid as a rock. The little buddy propane heater is ample even without insulation in the NC winter. Keep in mind a light colored roof keeps the temp down substantially in the summer, and a small vent near the floor on one end and a small vent near the ceiling on the other naturally cools it too. Enjoy your build!

[@Dan-440]

@mesprojects674 I built it and man is it great. I get a lot of compliments on it. My wife and I go out there and enjoy our music and beverages. My son stayed in it a couple nights when he visited.

[@sergeykott1446]

Классный ролик и проект интересный! Строили всей семьей, только вот сам домик получился явно для двоих😊

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for watching! Yes it’s a summer rental for only two people maximum.

[@sergeykott1446]

@@TheDoerDuo Ну да, ребенка к бабушке и наслаждаться выходными😉

[@TheDoerDuo]

@@sergeykott1446 it’s an Airbnb

[@ESAHC_91]

Invest in a impact driver and torx screws, its a life changing discovery lol.

[@TheDoerDuo]

We’re definitely going to invest in those for our next build.

[@SchraderBoyzTV]

I was going to suggest the same thing. Dewalt makes a bunch of cordless tools (circular saw, sawzall, 1/4" impact driver). The Impact would cut you screwing time in probably a 1/4. Invest in the bigger batteries though, bc those tools use lots of power. Also as a contractor, I only use T25 screws, they seen to slip WAY less.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for the tips! We’re learning as we go and constructive info like this really helps us out. 😊

[@uarLen-i9c]

I would use it as an off grid cabin complete with a fire stove , tiny kitchen, table and a cozy bed as if I’m away from home in the middle of a forest.

[@TheDoerDuo]

We have added all of those things. It’s a lovely little getaway.

[@manickambaburobert7869]

Good job..Happy Family.. Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much 😊

[@miraguedes9339]

Ficou um show de beleza e charme 😊

[@Houseds]

🙏🙏You guys are so wonderful. The house is so beautiful as it blends with nature, a beautiful A-frame house model. Thank you for allowing me to refer and learn from this wonderful house model. Sincerely🙏🙏🙏

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@kingrafa3938]

Great A-Frame cabin build.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!

[@rhondaskipper64]

That is beautiful, good job, and your little helper such a sweetheart 🩷

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! He was a great supervisor 😂

[@НатальяПопова-е9д]

@@TheDoerDuo щщщззхзх

[@Iriyatl09]

Cute and cozy! Hopefully one day we can own on our property.

[@documentapolis5835]

So beautiful, I would say that a little bit bigger and would be better. Very nice.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@Aydinayyuru1907]

Çok güzel bir iş çıkardınız aferin size özel insanlar siniz. Gerçekçi olalım ki maddiyat da önemli 😊

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! We’re very transparent with finances because we also think it’s important.

[@terrellwilliams6347]

😊😅 I see the lil supervisor is doing what supervisors do...

[@TheDoerDuo]

Oh yeah! He’s very serious about his job 😂

[@jeffwatson3187]

Turn your cement blocks where the holes are running up and down they will bost the way you have them laying

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for the tip

[@tonymckeage1028]

Great Video, brilliant Project, I've always wondered about an a frame cabin thanks for sharing

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching! 😊

[@prefabhouse3d]

Thank you for sharing the complete process of building an A-frame cabin. Sincerely

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you for watching! It was a fun project

[@SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me]

It's amazing what can be hauled in a small vehicle! I've been at it for years!😅🤣😂🤪

[@TheDoerDuo]

Never underestimate a small vehicle. I might mean more trips but it CAN be done!

[@BHouse11]

Congratulations on your woderful home!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@MilanMillian]

I enjoyed every second of this project. Lovely finish 🥰

[@TheDoerDuo]

We’re so glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching! 😊

[@EagleArrow]

Beautiful cabin! We have some beautiful turkish rugs as well.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! Turkish rugs are so gorgeous and they last forever.

[@donaldturner5124]

Great job! And beautiful!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! ☺️

[@chriskirsten8221]

great job! Looks amazing, I am sure this is a very popular AIRBNB for you!!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much! It has been, guests are loving it! 🏕️

[@esgee2464]

It’s so gorgeous!! 🥰😍 Just curious to learn. What was being painted on the inside of the walls before insulation was installed ? It was the color white. Thanks!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!! We initially weren’t going to add insulation so we started painting the walls white.

[@tamakoa-homestead]

Absolutely loved this and well done on a great achievement! I am going to be doing something similar so this has been a great source of inspiration, thank you 🌻

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you for your kid words! We were tight on money and low on experience but did it anyway and it was one of the best risks we’ve ever taken. Go for it and good luck! 😃

[@tamakoa-homestead]

@@TheDoerDuo thanks so much! I'm in exactly the same boat. No such cash and absolutely zero building experience, but hey, we live and we learn 😁 thanks again 🙏

[@louisaisthankful4603]

Cute A frame. Was there any sort of vapor barrier installed for the floor?

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! No, it’s elevated but we didn’t insulate the floor. It’s a seasonal rental.

[@Swiftriver12987]

Awesome!

[@stones3120]

Amazing cabin.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@winvlog98]

Hello, I watched the video. You created a very beautiful house and I must say it's great

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@gunghoadventures871]

awesome stuff. Great to see the whole family involved

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! It was definitely a fun family project 😊

[@elizabethgarces4939]

Great and wonderful work is a cute cage.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@anthonyhall4427]

I couldn't help but to say something 🙄. Overall looks great. When yall were sheeting the roof you could have started from the bottom making sure that you were square and then from then on the plywood would hold its own weight. Much, much easier and turns into a one man job

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for the tip! We’ll keep that in mind for future builds.

[@mattbannan637]

NICE WORK...NICE RESULTS!!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@gannuganesh891]

Nice video , so hardworking guys.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@betsyfanai]

Amazing couple. Amazing work. Keep posting. My best wishes ❤

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@gandamayuchannel8765]

Amazing Cabin

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@luqiluo767]

smart with the buckets

[@TheDoerDuo]

We work with what we’ve got. No fancy equipment here. Basically buckets and a lawn mower with a dump cart. 😂

[@jontologie]

crazy rawdogging this build with no background music, looks great tho

[@gioi6347]

Bella ma scomoda 😊

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you, it’s very cozy and comfort 😉

[@PartyCrewCoolPAD]

Greetings and Salutations Doesn't chicken wire treat a-frames? Great upload thanks 😊

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! I’m not sure about the chicken wire.

[@analiacalero7989]

Hola me encanto quedo hermosa cual es el alto que queda la construcción y felicitaciones ..gracias 🇨🇱

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks for watching! The A-Frame is about 12ft in height.

[@godwinolingo845]

Hey, I love this build❤️❤️❤️. Are you able to share the dimensions/plan?

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! It was a fun build. It’s a 10x12x12 A-frame and semi custom with the dormers but you can find the base plan from elevated spaces on Etsy. Hope this helps!

[@TerminatorSingh-gh2pm]

This is like a queen size OYO bedroom where couple go for a quicky and then get out ..

[@TheDoerDuo]

The people who rent it may use it as they please as long as they take care of it

[@Mr1011ck]

What size is the base and how long are the a frame studs? Great build. Been trying to figure out a size for my property.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! The base is 10x12 and the wall studs are 12ft.

[@desertsolidude]

Incredible job! That little pop out is such a good idea..really wish I did that😆

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ellenraguette4623]

I like the dormers for the windows that will give you nice cross ventilation and just looks nice. I’m assuming you are not going to Air BnB this in the winter, I didn’t see you put in any insulation under the floor or sidewalls. Nice build and a good look.

[@TheDoerDuo]

We insulated the whole A-Frame as seen in the second half of the video. We will be adding a direct vent propane heater in the fall and will be open in the winter. Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@ronb6182]

@@TheDoerDuo I must have missed something I will rewatch the video your ideas are good. I want to build a ham shack in the wooded part of my mountain property. And a small A frame might just work because of the roof tip. 73

[@lolaalejandreortiz4649]

Que bonito..❤

[@barnabyaprobert5159]

How cool would it be to connect 4 sections like this into a cross shape? 2 of the "arms" could be large bedrooms.

[@TheDoerDuo]

That would be cool!

[@ธนพรอัมพรศรี]

ขอบคุณสำหรับความรู้จาก Thailand ครับ❤

[@asdfjklasdfjkl1988]

Awesome. Very cute. Where do they make-a-Dee pp and poopoo?

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! If you watch our latest video we do a full tour. There is an outhouse :)

[@YolyFischer]

nice couple a good team for work

[@Vlad-ys8en]

❤❤❤❤❤😂😂🎉🎉🎉дужє гарно,поздравляю!!!!!muy bonito,y lo más importante que lo pudieron hacer ustedes ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TesHome]

Well done my friend❤.

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@Designs_Decor63]

So pretty

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@EntertainmentKorner]

Awesome work guys!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@edualves252]

Amazing!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!! 😊

[@juancarlosguzman2827]

Awesome, congrats

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@cesarosorio1057]

Felicitaciones hermoso diseño en A sencillo pero mucho el trabajo ❤

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! It was definitely a labor of love!

[@jvukovic4]

Hey guys, how did you come up with the design plans for the cabin? Also, any books or videos you recommend as a guide to do what you did? Great video btw!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! We followed the majority of the build with plans bought on Etsy (Elevated Spaces Shop) by @jeffwaldman. We added the dormers ourselves and a metal roof instead of the plastic roof for more stability.

[@jvukovic4]

​@@TheDoerDuoawesome, ty for the advice

[@Tlingit741]

Love it. Do u have a list of materials /quantity and the dimensions of cabin?

[@TheDoerDuo]

I don’t have a list but we based the build largely off of the plan by elevated spaces on Etsy. The size is 10x12 ft.

[@luizramachiotti9997]

Parabéns amigos! muito lindo o chalé da família, decoração nota 1000

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@hahyunjun777]

Very good!!!!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@rickysoares260]

Amazing❤

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@creativepotato816]

Completely beautiful! 😊🔺

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you! 😊

[@nangrampapu5261]

this video is exceptionally inspirational great work both!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lexandersig]

Nice video man!

[@danepple4884]

About 3/4 the way through what did you eat for breakfast? You guys got really speedy.

[@jaimelozada4892]

It's awesome.. I love it...

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thanks you! 😊

[@SusanLynn656]

I would sleep there! This would fit in my backyard. I have a small 3 bedroom 1100 sq ft house and I need to rent out the bedrooms to make some money. My house has a solar system. I would contact the local solar non-profit to find out if they have ideas for heating. I wouldn’t do a wood stove. I don’t want to pollute the air.

[@TheDoerDuo]

We don’t have heat in ours but are planning to add a small Rinnai. It’s been a great addition to our property.

[@marjorievaliquette5154]

Parfait pour la sieste ou dormir la nuit. Une tente en A solide et à l'abri des intempéries.

[@jammonper]

The so is soaking all of this in daily. He will be building his own tree house before age 10. ❤

[@paulop.medeiros8218]

Excellent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Loretta-fu1cy]

the window bump outs OMG

[@stephenwinter8892]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I have a A-frame cottage bigger than this one 950 sq ft, always bend with your knees never strain the back doesn't matter how fit you are I'm a health care worker

[@TheDoerDuo]

That’s awesome! And thanks for the tip 😊

[@jimowen9438]

Absolutely Superb Video you two. In my opinion. Small A Frame Houses are actually better if you have to rough it a little bit. Go back to Nature Folks. Maybe I missed it. What is the Square Footage. Also, did you Guys have plans or did you build this masterpiece from scratch?

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!! We bought plans by Elevated Spaces on Etsy and customized them to our liking.

[@jimowen9438]

Thanks for your response Folks. I found out about that after I originally seen your Video.

[@dokuujin1851]

I've come to realize that basically every construction channel uses the term "timelapse" wrong. And while I don't care and it doesn't matter it has made me realize something: A house building timelapse would be REALLY cool.

[@TheDoerDuo]

We most definitely said “with timelapse” not “full timelapse”.

[@dokuujin1851]

@@TheDoerDuo Oh that's fine. Like I said it doesn't actual bother me or matter! I just thought a legit timelapse video of a house getting built would look really cool, haha. Good build either way. :) Edit: Just to be clear, my point is im not trying to attack you guys, or the people who make these kinds of videos in general, I love these videos. Just that a "full timelapse" as you said, would be super dope to watch, haha. Edit because I just want to make sure you know it wasn't an insult.

[@gustavo...9538]

Super , me encantó!!!

[@TheDoerDuo]

Thank you!! 😊