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[@kezzastravels8952]

I’m so pleased you have restored the tiles. It’s part of the history of your home and deserves pride of place even though you have a modern home now. What a conversation peace. 👏👏

[@lorditsprobingtime6668]

Exactly! It's nice to have a touch of it's more original history too. It's a beautiful thing too and there's nothing wrong with a bit of contrast either. I think it'll look great anywhere but, that spot you and Mere were looking at looks like it even needs it there.

[@luzhernaez4660]

I’m just wondering why you didn’t install smart lights? I love mine. We installed Nest. One command and you either turn off or turn on lights. Also we have our cameras with nest as well. But I think you installed a different brand.

[@missingremote4388]

@@luzhernaez4660 they probably did smart lights. He just fooling around at sunrise 🌅

[@brettgast]

I think it would look great on that wall in the dining room.

[@Ryj1987]

For the finishing, use a self leveling finish if you are going to use a brush. You should also do multiple coats, sanding lightly between coats. This will take out any imperfections in the finish.

[@atlzo999]

Matt I am from Guanajuato, it is incredible to see that something done in our state reaches so far, always enjoying your content, greetings

[@RICDirector]

It is a splendid piece! Any chance you might be able to help track down the artist or their family?

[@JermInTheSouth]

Let's get a video of this from Matt

[@jaytibby]

Do you happen to know who the artist is or could find out.

[@ICRedsox]

It was fun to see Matt and Mere working on a project together again. I remember when they built the table and tried to make the lounge chairs at the old house. Some of the first videos they put out on the channel

[@HugoHugunin]

With your large-format printer at Bunker Branding, could you take a picture of your "tiled beauty" and then print it out to place in different spots to see how it would look? It seems that moving a banner from place to place would be a *_BIT_* easier than lugging 400# of tile and lumber around to different locations.

[@SundayFoggyNotions]

PIN THIS COMMENT IMMEDIATELY!

[@lordofpain3476]

That is a great idea.

[@neilorange4112]

Yes good idea

[@WeChallenge]

While you're at it, ho ahhdaf and pri t it on a shirt or bandana with a border around it that fits with femo ranch repeated around it with the demo ranch logo in each corner. I'd buy one. I thought that was a cool picture when it wad origi n ally taken down, still is.

[@graciouscompetentdwarfrabbit]

@@WeChallenge did you have a stroke?

[@michaelcrowers6628]

I found you on episode 2 of the abandoned mansion ripping out insulation and told my wife "look this guy has 200,000 views and all he did was rip out insulation" at the time not knowing who you were. I do this kind of stuff and will start a youtube channel once I land my family's first home with you as my inspiration.

[@eriesniper]

Matt is the epitome of measure once, cut twice.

[@dillonmacpherson3350]

Cut er twice and she's still too short

[@droid683]

Cut twice measure later

[@yrrekrepmuj1486]

Should have left that up to Mare. She's the talent there.

[@Airsoft1287]

I am also a Matt and I’m a measure 3 times, cut 5, get annoyed and call it good enough

[@SupercarRanch]

cut once. cut again. stand back. cut third. get mere's opinion. pretend to measure. cut 4 and 5. stand back. says "good enough".

[@Kirbchubbs7]

I love how over all the years mere has slowly come out of her shell in front of the camera and even picking up the camera herself sometimes

[@henricloven]

You got to let Mere do the measurements, She has the degree in engineering😂

[@maxcullen3427]

Def😮best idea

[@peternorton5648]

He cut it three times and it’s still too short. 😂

[@gunner4544]

She’s civil engineer. They build targets. Mechanical engineers build weapons…

[@MrTwags05]

FACTS

[@hackaboom]

yeah those two dont translate.

[@kmoneym82]

As a Great Falls MT resident.. I FULLY support you moving to Montana.. =)

[@davidh6975]

Same!

[@PlainStraightShooter]

I really appreciate seeing two people that work together and have fun. What a beautiful house and property you made it to be.

[@heatherd.9390]

I just wrote a comment eluding to these very points. It's one thing to watch an interesting project, but it's another when you watch a couple ENJOY working on projects together to help improve, decorate, etc. their home. It truly is a stunning piece of real estate. I can also say though, that when the weather is great, it's likely heavenly there. However, being on top of a mountain in bad weather is not somewhere I envision myself wanting to be!

[@CJLindermanDragonBugg]

For polyurethane: Don't shake it before you use it, just a light stir, and use a soft bristle brush or a foam roller with fibers. Works best for me, keeps the bubbles from forming in the first place.

[@charlie300c8]

The fact that Matt said “hey Mere I’m going to buy that house on the hill” and Mere was like “sure Matt, what ever you say” it’s a sense of accomplishment that u hardly ever feel but when u remember it hits you and it hits u hard all u have to do is dream for the next big thing

[@andrewkelm2138]

3 ideas for placement of tile picture. 1. Outside near the grilling area or something, maybe under an awning of some sort as you didn't waterproof though, but great talking point place for parties 2. in the guest bathroom, for great talking piece. 3. along some hallway that guests would frequent and could then ask you about it. All places that wouldn't take over the feel of a main room, but people could still see it and talk about it!

[@lajams4]

I love that you saved those tiles and are putting them back together!

[@foxcroc44]

Matt, trim 1/4" off the inside of each length of the frame and it should fit fine, the backboard will need trimming too, but it will save wasting the whole frame! Can't wait to see the last Mansion video, it's been interesting watching how things are done in your part of the world compared to here in the UK! :)

[@steventurner6385]

Exactly!

[@tomcocci]

Great to see Matt and mere working on a project together.

[@RDLouks]

I was just thinking the same thing, I miss the "Mere & Matt" Project videos.

[@heatherd.9390]

Yay! I'm excited to see how it looks once you hang it up! I was wondering just the other day during one of your videos if you'd done anything with the tile mural. Mere, you (and Matt) never cease to impress me with all the things you know how to do, and do well. I love watching the two of you work on projects like this! I remember well when you made all kinds of other things in your former barn/shop. It's impressive to see what you two are able to pull together! I guess it likely helps to have all the necessary tools, and a place to use them. The mural turned out great. I love the frame you made. I'm excited to see how it looks in the house. All the best to you guys, and anyone who reads this. Heather🇨🇦

[@nicktimmons2468]

Matt just rip the boards down a little. Taking off the short side of the miters. make the plywood smaller to match. Also stir don't shake the polyurethane it creates bubbles and do 3 coats or so, light sanding between long brush strokes

[@fuhrerc18]

UPVOTE SO MATT CAN SEE: If you haven't done it already just take a bit of material off each board on the 'inside' making the frame a bit thinner. It'll bridge the gap and save you buying any new timber.

[@ToothpickBuilds]

the reason the trim didn't match after Matt cut is be cause the grout pushed the tiles apart, if you watch the video the tiles are very close together with the tiny spacers, which is when the measurements were made for the trim. look at how separated the tiles are after the fact.

[@craiglandon7571]

If you have to brush it on use a foam brush. Do multiple layers and sand in between coats to get the bubbles/roughness out. Personally, I like spraying the finish on. I just do a bunch of really light coats with light sanding in between with the foam sanding blocks.

[@joviancabrera]

I love how mere is no longer camera shy

[@beardedfatguy1]

I know, I used to try to tell him to put a microphone on her. Lol.

[@mdfogarty]

"Mere," short for Meredith

[@MrTwags05]

She's only camera shy until she starts drinking 😂😂

[@itsneight1260]

there were no horses in this video

[@albertolopez6340]

Is that wine

[@beccac6451]

I'm super excited to see the final video! You guys put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into that house and it looks awesome! It was a series I really enjoyed watching. So looking forward to seeing the final video. And I love that you guys are hanging those tiles in the house, Its a beautiful picture and I think it would look great above that stand.

[@kellywagner4473]

Matt, I remember when you were 1st talking about the property and we had never seen it yet. Now look at what ya got. You've come a long way...kudos to Mere, beautiful home you have now

[@jonny555ive]

I absolutely LOVE your family and the way you guys interact, we can DEFINITELY feel the love and respect you have for one another. I'm so glad we found each other 3½ years ago. Much love, -Jonny❤️

[@mitchblackmore5230]

Addie (apologies if that's the wrong spelling) has the funniest/cutest facial expressions! She's like a little cartoon character.

[@johngross8300]

Addie, Adeline (sp) is the older of the two. That was ‘Insannie’ (Not all sure of the ‘Annie’ in birth certificate form. . .but she got the ‘Insane-Annie’ [InsAnnie] at some point due to her fearless adventures in new stuff.). Great comment and acknowledgment.

[@mitchblackmore5230]

@@johngross8300 Thanks for the correction. The two names sound so close to each other, it's hard to tell which name Matt says some times.

[@JeraldDelventhal]

Can't wait for the Mansion video. Having the tile over that credenza would be a great focal point for that nice piece of art.

[@kyles5513]

I gotta say I'm pretty excited for the new video, been pretty much waiting for the conclusion of the series since it started but not at the same time because I never wanted this series to end but the time has come and it was awesome. Thanks for the work you put into everything so we can all watch.

[@scoutsatan6206]

It's nice to see Matt and mare making stuff together again I remember the table and bunk beds but I also remember the chairs that never were

[@itsme__a]

I think that tile mosaic would look great on that wall in the dining room! it would be a great conversation piece for dinners!

[@The_Seal77]

I love to see you two working on a project together, just awesome!!

[@ach0582]

So nice for mere to be so talkative in this one, I feel like she brings a lil balance to it. The wife agrees.

[@tinalafever1756]

Love your home. When you first showed us I was like that's a huge project. Not knowing how beautiful it would be. Just amazing. Side note: anyone else wondering we're the 2nd dog came from. Did I miss that episode?

[@michaellissow543]

Yes, same here. I was, "wait a second...where'd that dog come from?"

[@titanuranus]

A Doggo explanation is called for.

[@Seelenschmiede]

I guess Jenna's or the hyped up guy's dog

[@ChainsawFPV]

You need to get motion sensor lights with timers. Set them for like 5 mins. That way when lights get left on, the will auto shutoff in the set time.

[@nathancaudle]

Good to see the tiles finally coming back out and being made back into the picture. I have loved the journey of the house and all your videos!!

[@IronWolf_345]

The Abandoned mansion series has inspired me to put my doodoo together and build something for myself, I want it, I’m on my way for it, I will have it! Thanks Matt and Mere, you guys have literally turned ashes into gold!

[@Caffeinated-Veterinarian]

Torch works to clear out bubbles in a finish coat. Hair dryers work also. And I am so glad you guys are bringing back 25 days of Demo Christmas!!!

[@ryanstalcup7093]

You guys do more for your fans than most KZbin's. We appreciate your appreciation of your fans!

[@valeriyahlera7166]

I wonder... Did people who abandoned this mansion ever rich out to you guys? They would really appreciate what you've done with this house!!! And the art puzzle too!!!🥰

[@cwuzii]

Rich out? Is that honestly what you think the word is?

[@ericstone8812]

Use the torch on bare wood before staining. Take a piece of 1”x 3” pine strapping and take a torch to it. Use the same method as if you were rattle canning it. It will give it a vintage look.

[@noodlelynoodle.]

It brings out the grain so nice and if you go all the way to black and actually burn it it gives such nice textures that look amazing after using a wire brush to get the loose carbon off and clear coating

[@nathanplunkett4641]

Personally, I would put it in the foyer, being it is a conversation-starter that seems like a valuable historical part of this home.

[@EddieLopez711]

Awesome seeing both of you working together on cool stuff.

[@AllieCat58]

I'm so pleased you remembered that tile mosaic. It is definitely part of that house.

[@tonystites2134]

you should put motion sensors in for your light switches they will save you a lot

[@sandysaiz580]

I can’t wait to see the final. I have watched from the beginning of your abandoned mansion to the present. It looks amazing ❤

[@shane0clock716]

I love Mere's cute little "how did you measure them wrong?". 18:10

[@TheScott240]

Matt I use to be an electrician for custom homes in CA. This was many years ago and I don't know exactly how everything worked, I use to pull wire, trim out a house wiring up 2,3, and 4 way switches. But on some houses we did, we installed these panels in some of the rooms to have access to turn on and off all lights throughout the house from a single room. This was back in the early 2000's so I'm sure you can have a tablet mounted in each room to do the same thing instead of manually pushing buttons

[@darkestreaper1297]

That look mere gave him when he said, that she would not watch 45 min of demolition ranch for him, is just absolutely beautiful. Kinda says something like: 'You have no idea what i would do for you exactly' and that they still have that is something to be cherished. Or is that just me ?

[@johngross8300]

Na. . .probably right.

[@therealfastmart]

She definitely looks at him with love. Too bad he is gonna leave her for Jenna. It's turning into realty television.

[@keradee8742]

The mural is awesome! I think it will still look good in the dining room even if it isn't e same style as the rest of the house. What a fun conversation piece! It reminds me of living in San Benito as a kid.

[@000001willy]

I have to say it...Mere is looking drop dead gorgeous being fit, with her beautiful hair and her LINC Active wear with the camo design.

[@someyoungguy6990]

Amen, Matt is one very lucky man!!

[@MoxieFirearms]

The key to no bubbles in your clear coat is to not let the tips of the bristles of the brush touch the wood. Laying it on thicker causes it to dry smoother. Also sand your wood down to 600 grit for a smoother finish.

[@itsmehere1]

You know you are officially a dad when you say the phrase "why are all the lights in the house on" for the first time 😆

[@derwoodwoodymarshall4891]

Matt if your coming to Montana then you need to see this series. Bradon is a son of a friend. He has a series on you tube called 56 ignite 2023 winter kick off. You will love his version of extreme sports. We are closer to Canada in Troy. Please let me know if you watched it! And your thoughts.

[@lindzeygross2650]

Matt you’re awesome. I can’t believe I’ve been watching the house renovation for 3 years

[@happybunny1986]

Ditto! I can't believe I've seen them through their first house to this one

[@user-ee4jy5pp7m]

Think of how much time of your life you spend staring at KZbin. Hours of your life you'll never get back.

[@happybunny1986]

@@user-ee4jy5pp7m says the person scrolling through chat on a KZbin video and telling they are wasting thier time?

[@lorditsprobingtime6668]

@@happybunny1986 I'm fairly certain the "S" is representative of that person's realization of their complete lack of "Self awareness". Then again, maybe it simply means "Stupid" which, given it's ridiculous comment does seem VERY appropriate.

[@bigdawg21cc]

I've seen every one of the videos in this series. It doesn't feel like three years

[@TequillanSunrise]

I love how this channel started with Matt out behind the house doing videos and Mere inside having no part, now Mere is helping make Christmas giveaways for the channel. See Mere, silly guy stuff came full circle into wholesome family fun.

[@Hydrilip]

Hi Matt! If you have any paint/coatings questions you can always get ahold of me as I'm a coatings expert (I work in sales for a paint manufacturer) and specialize in wood finishes as well! Bubbles in a varnish will show up if you brush/roll too fast. It will also happen if the varnish was shaken immediately before use (think within a day). Sand it back using 150-220 grit sandpaper and you can also buff it out using scour pads. Please don't ever put heat to a coating again, especially oils as it will: 1. Most likely blush or lift the coating or 2: start on fire which is not fun either.

[@ryanstalcup7093]

I cannot wait for your 25 days of Christmas videos brother!!! Keep on keepin KZbin alive!

[@neilorange4112]

That's what I said last year my son and I really enjoyed them it was special

[@chanaberrios2700]

Love seeing Mere and you Build and or fix things TOGETHER...

[@michaelcaraway2305]

Art is something that should be saved whenever possible. Kudos.

[@jacobshonkwiler9081]

Montana in December?! The coldest temp I’ve ever experienced was in Montana. Air temp was -25. Windshield temp was -45. I want to say great falls is home to the shortest river in America or the world not sure which one it is.

[@the_real_tpayne]

Once again, a moment of silence for Jenna's email inbox.

[@GrumpyBearArms]

Great Falls, MT around Christmas time? Dress really warm. I was stationed there a few years, and I am also from Central Texas.

[@GarageGunsmith]

😂😂😂 that intro. Matt really is a Dad

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video Matt! Thanks for making it. So excited for you to be getting this next video out. Way to go!

[@Vanveckhovent]

Your daughter is representing the right team!!! Go hogs!!

[@squishy312]

Hey Matt! Montanan here. If you're going to be here in late December, I highly recommend actually bringing those link active leggings to wear underneath the rest of your clothes, or some long underwear. The temperature range can be anywhere from -30 to 60 degrees. No way of knowing either. (that's without windchill). Our weather varies every year. Prepare for anywhere in that range...

[@chrisbrunson6761]

I love that you like my state. While I like it all... NW Montana is my home. I fell in love with the Flathead valley as a kid and love that my life brought me here.

[@valleysinners4634]

Love how you guys always find little projects to do

[@leoniewilson224]

cant wait for the final video I have followed you right through and the tile picture is beautiful well done to you both

[@leetingler619]

Matt and Mere you have filled my life during covid with an grand adventure. I have felt your Joy's and possible disappointment. In the end our shared journey has been most exciting and magical. Thanks for inviting me along. May God bless you and your family in the years to come. 🙂👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸 Lt.

[@Rjnrichmond]

The trick to oil based poly is to hit it with steel wool between coats, by the third coat it will be smooth as a babies bottom

[@jonh7480]

I love Annie's Razorbacks shirt! I'm an Arkansas boy living in Kentucky. I always love seeing my HOGS represented.

[@juliencooper6183]

Such wonderful people you all are. Hangin for the house on the hill video 👍

[@Arcturuseyes]

When cutting, if you need it perfect, you have to account for the width of the blade.

[@trikelife4960]

Gawsh Mere looks amazing with her hair down! Guys if you put some kind of furniture under the mosaic stained to match it would help tie everything together.

[@someyoungguy6990]

Seeing the way Mere's face lit up when you mentioned the house video just shows the memories and love she has for the build. Can you give us a second LIKE button for the house vid, just so we can hit them both!!

[@willdunlap216]

The mosaic needs to be turned into a shirt. Celebration for completion of The Abandoned Mansion series. Stickers would be cool too!

[@gregsather9563]

hi Matt, you could fix your frame for your tile mosaic, all you do is rip how ever much off the short side which will make your boards longer on the short points, then just re cut your plywood back.

[@NL1T3N]

Use steel wool after the stain dries. Also sent a tweet with a quick photoshop of the picture in the dining room. It works there

[@rlcarver]

The house is great and all, but that tile art and the family under the roof are priceless.

[@guitarshredder133]

So wish the premier was Saturday I never get to see premiers I’m always at work. But you have an amazing family and inspire me so much

[@danielmanby208]

That art work is gonna look awesome and I remember watching you take it off the wall and cant wait to see that last video of the house...love the content Matt keep up the great work man

[@MrSwift116]

Beautiful views! No doubt about it but my parents house also sits in a hill above city and the wind made it impossible to enjoy some days lol what work for us was growing trees for wind breaks and it help a lot maybe something to look into to help on those windy days

[@EdTheMole]

When putting on stain never use a brush at least not on furniture ,wood trim a brush is ok but anyway use a cotton cloth to wipe on the stain then wipe it a second time with a dry cloth to remove excess stain this way you can adjust how heavy you stain your project and get the best look that you are looking for. Great video Matt your wood working skills are legendary.

[@donaldjrchappell6800]

Matt, maybe you get ahold of Welker Farms in Shelby. They maybe able to help you with all your pew pew snowboarding needs. They have a cannon!!!!!

[@damienscholl3454]

Hey Mat I just wanted to say your videos are great I’ve been watching for the last 4 years and u have made my day better and better each day I wake up to your videos. Tomorrow on the 28 of October I will hit the 4 year mark of watching 😊 FYI my birthday is October 28 so I will be turning 18 years old have a good day Mat and to your hole family

[@ShaneJMcNair]

I have watched this crazy dream from the beginning, Wow, just Wow... Congratulations to you both, Matt & Mere, these are memories the kids will never forget 🍺🎣 McNair Signs & Graphics, Established 1959

[@JerryDLTN]

0:14 At home depot... Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Switches. Awesome for bathrooms, kitchens, hallways.

[@peterson0096]

Hey Matt thanks for hanging on to those tiles I really wanted to see what you did with them appreciate it

[@StephensPenTurnings]

If you rip the inside edge of the trim on a table saw the length will be longer and fit. You just have to trim the backer to the new size. You'll have to re miter the corners but yeah, that will work.

[@nobodyabcd]

That is what I was thinking, most folks who don't have a carpentry background don't understand half of those terms tho lol.

[@nobodyabcd]

That is what I was thinking, most folks who don't have a carpentry background don't understand half of those terms tho lol.

[@catherineblackstock3649]

that ending is pure gold! slow zoom on Mare downing a glass of wine 😂

[@joebledsoe257]

Love the open dishwasher door too. I get eaten on all the time about that even if I didn't do it. Put timers in place of light switches. There are motion activated switches also. Also even smart switches and outlets that we just tell Google to do whatever w/ as required. I love them. Even if lights get left on they turn off all by themselves or we tell them what to do.. However sometimes they turn off while you are still "using" them. The timers and sensors have "STOPPED" the griping at our house. My favorite is the I hear a thunk in the night. Hey Google turn on everything, and everything turns on, in our case it includes lights on the outside of house too. You have lots of options here my friend.

[@Nordorf]

Please re-tile the tiles with a darker grout so the white lines doesn't stand out so much. (it makes the motive look kinda like its behind a grid). Then, take a high quality photo of it and make it into a poster. I really think more people than me would love to have that on the wall, both as a tiny piece of the mansion and as a cool picture.

[@talfacprez]

Thanks for shopping at Home Depot. My family has a LOT of Home Depot stock we bought in the early 1990s. Every time you buy at Home Depot helps us. LOL

[@kensmith8832]

Cutting on the wrong side of the line causes trim to never fit. A quick fix is to take a darker stained wood strips about 1/8" to 1/4" width and use it as a filler in each corner. It makes a common mistake look planned. If your strip is taller than the trim it gives a different look but it is all good. Just make each corner the same.

[@RICDirector]

That was my idea too...black, solid black, in each corner, but have the gent who built their table do it.

[@jasonveto2320]

Great falls is super sketchy. Be careful out there. Love that your coming to visit the big sky

[@noahhastings6145]

I can't believe Clint would cut your trim boards wrong like that. You trusted him!

[@m1t2a1]

They'll fall off first time it moves. Pick a wall. Tile said wall. I'm Canadian, and worked in Montana for a month twenty something years ago. Just wiring, PLCs, waiting, and programming. Living in a hotel, driving a rental car, eating whatever local restaurants had to offer. Expense account! February. Lots of other workers around, most rode to work on long track sleds, for an hour. They shot at empties for lunch. Without mentioning, day 3, and I'm gifted a home cooked meal. Next day a guy brought a 1911 for me to enjoy at lunch time. Different guy brought a different pewpew every day. One loaned me an old sled for the month. Invited to different homes for dinner many nights. Gladly bought all the leftover tickets for a draw, and won an International Harvester Garand. My favourite. I'm still in touch with some, that keep me abreast of the others. Turns out they were so friendly because they knew I wouldn't move there, too many people per square mile. If anyone asks if you want to move to Montana, think hard about it. Figure out for yourself it's the best thing to do. When you get there, keep to yourself, someone will approach you sooner or later. It's really nearly as friendly as being in a lot of Canada. Without a magazine restriction.

[@carlpowers6040]

The premier of the abandoned mansion sounds great. Many of us have to work until 5 pm. Wish I could be there, but gotta make the $.