Bathroom Build: Handmade Rustic Vanity, Quartzite Countertop, DIY

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We finally found the perfect quartzite countertop for our rustic/zen feeling bathroom and were so excited to get it installed on the vanity Josh just built. I can't really explain how shocked and saddened we were when to find the countertop was destroyed when we went to bring it into the bathroom. Buying another countertop is not an option so now the question is.... Can we somehow magically repair this one??
We are a couple who are building our own home from the ground up in the mountains of West Virginia. After living near the city our entire lives we finally decided to sell it all, pack up our 3 kids and live in an RV on our 73 acres while we building our own off-grid house and learning to live a more self-reliant life.

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[@felixkicks]

Try a MR CLEAN MAGIG ERASER!!!!!!!

[@felixkicks]

Never mind...see you tried that already. Good luck!

[@lennym1273]

Bleach, I use to use was AJAX powder with bleach make a paste aply it to stain let sit over nite...

[@mikemetz82]

Some really stupid and uneducated comments about stain removal on natural stone. That is not quartzite either. It may have some bands of quartzite but it's primarily dolomitic marble and will etch. Absolutely do not use bleach, magic eraser(abrasive), or goo gone. A mixture of poultice powder (511 makes a good one) and acetone is what I would use. Cover and let dry then scrape off with plastic putty knife. It will take several applications.

[@susanhogan8649]

....got a sweater....gonna use it to stain and paint in....🤣

[@Santos-oc2no]

I have loved how you have controlled your frustration, acknowledging a mistake and without blaming the children. We almost always take our frustration out on others. You are great parents

[@Rowen170]

Had the exact same thing happened to a porous countertop of mine. I used GOOF OFF pro strength remover. Came off with no issues.

[@carlleese24]

I had the exact same issue as your guys and I tried GOOF OFF pro strength as well and it removed the stain completely.

[@peterking1134]

Don’t sweat material things! When I was 3, I painted the walls in the kitchen. My parents solution was to put a frame 🖼 around it!

[@michellepernula872]

My son smeared a pound of butter over an entire living room wall...they didn't have Kilz back then or I didnt know about it so layers of paint didn't help but wider drapery did. lol

[@folsominc2]

Saw something like that on Mom's Night Out. I thought it was a great idea. Accepted might encourage more of wall coloring. Haha.

[@kellygillis8779]

Somethings the story and memory behind a disaster is more important than perfect. You’ll look at that stain and think of Ellie and how precious she is.

[@johnlynn4945]

I love that Leon wants to run and play with the kids. That’s one of the coolest pet moments I’ve ever seen!

[@skyhunk]

Leon thinks he's a dog!

[@caroljean1962]

Erin, you made Josh giggle like a little girl. Lol! Leon and Chucky are just so lovable.

[@MrSk3213]

My whole day brightens whenever you post a new video. I know I’m going to get 15-20 minutes of great content that always cheers me up. Keep up the great work!

[@robinmack6493]

Ya know.....for an electrician you've become a pretty competent carpenter Josh. I'm impressed. That vanity turned out great.

[@trampfossil9760]

Wow your so lucky to have the First signed work of art by a Famous Artist

[@wirelesmike73]

18:30 Leon has quite the personality. I never knew that sheep were so social and playful. He's a cool dude.

[@ewetubesuxass]

Josh, you're gonna want to replace that flex "P" trap with a straight piece of PVC, first of all they don't meet code and they will catch every piece of hair and anything else you can imagine because of all the little pieces of plastic flash that were not able to be removed in the molding process. Looks great guys!

[@IamJonathanRoot]

He's right, you should switch it out now and avoid the smell of all the stuff that gets caught in there.

[@doncarlton4858]

Agreed, flexible pipe in "P" traps are not code. It will clog frequently.

[@herbostenkamp8982]

Ellie is precious. You are so blessed. The stain feels like a disaster now, but in the whole scheme of things, it’s very insignificant. Your wonderful family is filled with love. Love concurs all.

[@lexscapephotography]

Sunday just got a whole lot better! Thank you guys.

[@teckheelok6637]

Enjoy the small stuffs of life.....always the great feeling of love ...not many people can live and enjoy the small stuff

[@williamlokar7747]

Wife and I feel your pain,our house is full of "remberences" 40 years later they are now focal points.

[@BillB23]

Your artistic use of B roll highlights how much your storytelling skills continue to raise the bar. How far you've come from your cell phone days! Thanks for another kickin' episode.

[@toddsevenz-coleman9891]

Watching since the beginning. The mishaps and hardships makes your journey so much sweeter. Thank you so much for sharing your family with our families.

[@mattyyoungcloudsart3008]

Thumbs up for awesome parents who don't freak out on kids for being kids and placing responsibility where it belongs.

[@ZZZ-so3ve]

You guy's are really inspiring.

[@ZZZ-so3ve]

@Krystal Marie ❤️

[@casscassidy]

You both are great parents it really shows when you asked your kids oppion on the backsplash it looks great the bathroom

[@marksmallman4572]

Your daughter is an angel, such eyes, thanks Dad. Love your channel.

[@mikeelwood8626]

Your resilience in the face of disappointment/discouragement is refreshing and inspiring. The tickle fight was just plain cute.

[@fisherus]

It ain't perfect until Chuck gives his stamp of approval!

[@davidgunkel1460]

Try researching a stone poultice, you mix a solvent with flour and tape it off with plastic over top and as the flour dries the solvent pulls the stains out. It's the same way you can get oil stains out of stone. The solvent has to work on the stain type. There are varying degrees of aggressiveness with the solvent.

[@SilverGoth]

I loved seeing Leon scampering and capering while you were walking with him. What a darling!

[@LadyBlueRR]

What you two accomplished is absolutely amazing and nothing less then incredible .... ...you guys sacrificd to build your dream home with your own hands....the countertop is nothing in the grand scheme of things... the memories that you made...the sense of pride you've instilled in your kids....just wow!!!!!!! I can hear the kids telling their kids how grandma & papa built that house together or even telling their friends how you guys made your lives they way you wanted it.....

[@billberry557]

Interested to see the outcome of the paste attempt at removing the stain. Great video and glad to see I am not the only things like that happen too.

[@mattmoschkau84]

Kids love to customize our homes, mostly by accident. Worst case scenario in twenty years a little stain can spark the memory of how joyful this week was with the kids. Perfection is something we all want in our home, it may already be there.

[@167curly]

I reckon you over-reacted with that stain in the marble, and with a bathroom vanitymarble top there's sure to be more. Love that vanity that Josh built.. Very elegant. Congrats, guys.

[@firstladyshah8971]

It is only a countertop, but think this way, you are working together & building so many memories together.

[@tomas5376]

Stuff happens, but with a great attitude and a great family, this too will pass. Stay safe👍✌️😊🙏🏼🛠

[@albertobaudino1963]

You are doing a good job and don't think too much about yellow spots .... you have a beautiful and comfortable home for the little ones and you!

[@libbyjensen1858]

Oh my gosh, that vanity is gorgeous! You did such a nice job on it! The bathroom is simply beautiful!!!

[@GrowNewPlants]

Yall are Great Parents!! not even a thought of blaming little Ellie! Scars are beautiful

[@danmooney6881]

Install the fixtures before you set the counter top in place. It makes the installation so much easier. Then all you have to do is hook up the water lines

[@markvanweelden6306]

Hi Josh, Erin, and family... I starting watching your channel at about the time you were digging the holes for the structural building supports. I spent most of my life as a home builder and I grew up on a beautiful farm in Iowa... so it was just really interesting for me to watch. I never subscribed until today... sorry. I want to tell you that you have built a beautiful home... But more than anything else, you have built a beautiful family, and that's what matters most. I started watching for the build... but now, I simply admire the love that your family shares. My prayers are always with you, and may God's blessings be on you all. Mark VanWeelden

[@markvanweelden6306]

If you're ever driving through Nebraska or Iowa, family dinner is on me.

[@camus6208]

I understand your feelings, however this is not the end of the world, This is what makes this countertop, Yours. It’s personalized, it’s your history. 😎

[@stevepailet8258]

that is a big problem with marble stains easily needs to be sealed often

[@Barbaralee1205]

I stained a whole 4,000 sq foot shop with copper sulfate and let it sit to soak in over a weekend. Beautiful aqua color. Really perfect. Never thinking that the Amish kids around me who never get to use their skates would descend in droves on this huge flat rink and leave tire tread marks all over it!! After a short period of agony, I said to myself “Self, you now have a permanent record of all the young people you love in your floor”. And it actually looks great. Totally unique like some huge abstract art piece. People have stopped by to ask how we did it. Maybe the fix is to give all your kids some markers and say “have at it”. (Just kidding- i hope the mfg can help). I ❤️ you all!!

[@heathers787]

Bar keepers friend. It will be your best friend. It’s a cleaner and trust me, you will use it a million times.

[@hollyslaughter5505]

The infomercial for the silicone zip lock bags was the best I’ve ever seen‼️❗️

[@jlynn4736]

Just told my boyfriend it's a game-changer...I'm messaging my mom now too!

[@michaelvalente9744]

Hi Erin & Josh, I have worked with marble for many years. I know you can lift wine stains off marble. I'm not sure about ink. You could try this idea of your first one doesn't work. If you can get what we in Ireland call alibaster also called plaster. It's for making moulds like statues or ceiling mouldings. You put the plaster on the marble where the stain is, build it up around the edges like a birds nest. Pour water in and let the stain soak into the plaster. Leave it for a few hours then scrape the plaster away with a piece of wood. It won't scratch the marble. Hope you get it sorted. Love your two KZbin channels. All the best from Ireland. Michael.

[@maggiesue4825]

What is life but facing conflicts? The outcomes depend upon the person or persons facing them. You two are a team!!

[@robertjenkins9747]

Vanity looks beautiful, even with the memory adsorbed into it. Another finished project.

[@1rdgrnnr]

I love the way you two banter each other . there's alot of love there . I hope you get the stain out !!!

[@bulldozer7656]

Love you guys! Thanks for bringing us,along to share in your life!!! Peace.

[@monicabishop7845]

I just wanted to say how much my husband and I enjoy watching both your channels. We call it our show and get excited when you all have uploaded a new episode and wait to watch it together. Your family is beautiful. Please don't listen to people negatively. You all are so talented and hard working. You are raising your kids well to see that hard work pays off. Blessings!

[@TheMadManPlace]

Don't sweat the small stuff . This is a story for your daughters wedding reception.

[@dreamer097]

May she never live it down!

[@dcblakley]

Exactly, it is just a counter top. No one got hurt. Soon it will be a great story.

[@72gloria]

It's just things. Love the artwork!

[@eloise6197]

I agree totally! :)

[@OldBon3s]

Your profile picture is really cool. Just sayin. 😊

[@josephstarkey3540]

I'm confident the fix will work. Love the backsplash to finish it off. Josh made me nervous with the purple primer on the tile floor. I learned my lesson the hard way on that. Love your videos.

[@CINDY-vs3oh]

Always get super excited whenever I get a new video notification 😍

[@elainepapp9349]

Nice work! Really hope the stain comes out. Even so, little imperfections are character and they are stories. They are life and love. When you've done your best, they are beauty. Celebrate!

[@kla12343]

I was going to suggest the baking soda paste! I just got a marble topped table a couple of weeks ago - the delivery guys left tons of markings on it. I was not happy. Anyway, I mixed up a little baking soda paste, let it sit for a few hours, then wiped it off. All marks were gone. Hopefully it worked for you guys too!

[@leslietarboxjr4287]

I love watching you two working together and clowning around, it is obvious that you are really in love with each other. The sink and the countertop looks beautiful and i have faith that the stain will come out. Great job and a really awesome family.

[@juniorferrante7999]

I can’t believe that I’m actually going to be thinking all week about whether or not the stain came out!!

[@colliecoform4854]

Exactly! We need a quick up date!.

[@guyemmott4009]

Me too..🤔

[@LadyBlueRR]

Mee too!!!!!

[@mathijsdevries728]

I had hopes until about one minute before the end... 😩

[@pama.6410]

Don't they post on Monday anyway? Maybe under their other title, but I think they do.

[@MeBeingAble]

when you start on the next build stage guys, go look at salvage yards. we got lucky and have two beautiful basins. one is a full counter top basin & the other is basin inset into marble; both twice as thick as what is at the stores for the same price.

[@chefhomeboyardee8]

No turkeys were harmed during the making of this film😃🙏

[@craigmooring2091]

The vanity looks great. I love the fact that Josh could turn the 2 negatives (no fittings, PVC cement gone bad) into a positive, even jokingly, and that Erin could laugh at it, too. It shows your indomitable spirit. I'm thinking you need a cover story in case the stain doesn't all come out. This Etruscan marble was quarried from beneath the site of a famous ancient battle between Etruria and Rome. Analysis has shown that the stain was from the armor of a defeated Etruscan. Corrosion from weathering seeped through the battle-churned soil, staining the underlying stone. The Smithsonian Museum has asked for the right of first refusal in the event you no longer want it. It could pay for Ellie's college, but you think it ties you to ancient humanity and simultaneously symbolizes the blood, sweat, and tears you have poured into making this home for your family.

[@outlawjjsmith]

Why don't you call the company where you bought the counter top and ask them what to do? I think they would know as I am sure they have run across this problem before.

[@tc7486]

If all else fails they could maybe try watering down some kind of colored something (paint?) and let it soak in and hope it takes over the yellow, sort of like faux painting. Or not...😬

[@dongivens9830]

@@tc7486 Good idea!..

[@freddiepittman5409]

I have a a solid wood bedroom set that my four year old daughter (now 52) painted with nail polish ..a light frosted color..Still there today...I figured the nail polish remover then would be worst than the polish..Love it today..Still my favorite bedroom set...

[@pagegreer700]

Best wife comment "it happened because you ate my donut."

[@pinkertownchronicles2673]

I think the clear plastic gasket on the drop pipe of the drain is on upside down....tough to tell for sure from the video but the flat goes on top against the threaded fitting and taper goes into the pipe below.

[@stevepailet8258]

get rid of that accordion down extension those are a leak waiting to piss you off they expand and contract then break at joints. there is a reason they wont meet code

[@juzoli]

Just a note, that flexible pipe under the counter is not code compliant, and was only meant for temporary solution. You might want to replace it with fixed pipe, that also drains better.

[@Recovering_Californian]

That Zip Top is pretty cool ... never heard of it until I seen the ad here. Glad I did too!

[@gotluv7838]

Rubbing alcohol soak. Soak a pad of white paper towels, white terry cloth, or wash rags with the rubbing alcohol. Place over the stained area. Try to rub the stain out first. If the residual is still in the pores of the surface, weigh the saturated pad with a pot of hot water. Remove the pad and replace with another saturated towel or paper towel until the stain is lifted. I am a retired art teacher and this technique saved many walls and tables in my past. I hope this helps restore the surface. Best of luck.

[@eddrh3202]

Erin tickling Josh had me dying!

[@pama.6410]

p.s. The joy in Chuckie's face, running in the pasture was so precious. He is still alive because you ALL give him reason to live. And Leon loved when your boys started running and he joined right in! You think you have 3 kids, but from here you seem to have a LOT more - Bruce, Leon, Chuckie, Turkey, Chicken, and all the ones we are not even aware of yet! Treasure in heaven is piling up.

[@lisa_mcdow]

Get a bottle of Awesome from the dollar store! It's amazing it will work let it sit for 5 minute it should come right off. I use it for everything

[@caliberphoenix753]

She's an artist and she has left her personal touch on her family's home. So just take a picture and add it to your photo album. You gotta love children especially when they are yours. 🤗🤣😂😁😀😆😄😅😃😱😳😇

[@yukonjack8103]

Our "Ellie" is 20 and just yesterday she was coloring on our valuables:)

[@charliefreeling5540]

Try dabbing denatured alcohol, or acetone in small area . Also seal the top after getting the stain . You can also try lacquer thinner . Hope that helps you guys.

[@immunitycorrupts3641]

shoot ordered 2 sets of the Full sets these look amazing and will save money on zip-lock bags

[@barbaraniner862]

Hope stain comes out. You have a good eye for details. Love the black faucet and drawer handles. You are so good with your kids...no guilt trips for them.

[@maggievedrenne7379]

God bless y'all and your beautiful children. May God bless your beautiful home too. In Jesus name.

[@joeslicklive]

hang in there ... love your little family and they are all precious

[@michellebailey2510]

Rubbing alcohol removes sharpie, Goof-off works as well.

[@craigk9]

Acetone or nail polish remover will get the stain off. I've used it to get old paint off where paint stripper wouldn't work. Good luck, great home you folks are building!

[@raihanhossain8221]

What a relationship 🥰🥰🥰

[@stephenoshaughnessy2279]

If the paste doesn't work out, you can always trying buffing it out with an abrasive. You can also wet sand paper it with a high grit level. As usual, your video production is top notch.

[@chrisbuildsitall]

The same thing happened to my white marble with black marker, put some Clorox clean up on and paper towel and set it over the stain, it will pull it out!!

[@garyhoe466]

Warm up the counter top surface with a blow dryer to open up the pores. Spray the stained area with WD-40. Let stand for a while to let it permeate. Wipe off the excess WD-40 and sprinkle the affected ares with baking soda, replacing it often with new to continuing soaking out the WD-40. It may take a few times but it will eventually wick out all the marker and cleaner.

[@x35mmman]

great post

[@stevepailet8258]

I was so amused I put the fixture On before mounting a counter top takes only moments while you can get to every thing no walls or bending back in crazy ways Guess what nothing falls in your face either.

[@scottphillips181]

I like that vanity better than any big box vanity I’ve seen. It’s beautiful. We ended up making ours so it would go from wall to wall

[@avrohompam5601]

Your house is beautiful, it's a dream of mine to build myself a house. Please change that p-trap, Bec the corrugated p-traps have a tendency of catching stuff, like hair and clogging up.

[@natearmstrong1252]

So agreed there is one in my bathroom and it's against code where I live.

[@markpashia7067]

Also he was stretching it to reach the pipe extension above. Never do that as it will want to return to original form thus slipping off the pipe above. Get a longer extender for the piece above. Other than that good job. When I did such for a living, we always put the faucets and drain in the countertop drain lift rod and all with it on saw horses to make it easy and then lift the top into place with it all attached. Leaving the lower connections for the tight places. Just made it easier. Tricks of the trade. Did not have to reach up between the bowl and the wall that way.

[@stephencynthiascherry6340]

The downspout will crack at the corrugated folds. Replace it before ruining the great custom vanity.

[@claytonvaughn5642]

MEMORIES MADE ............... NICELY DONE ........... ! ! ! ! !

[@conniewilson5531]

There are products available made for marble, like a paste that is designed to draw out the stain much like the hydrogen peroxide and baking soda is supposed to do. I hope the baking soda etc... works but if it doesn't try something made for marble

[@ericfox9648]

Nice.... team play! Each stain that is added will I add a paragraph to the story. Thank you for a front row seat

[@jameselpers2967]

That was great when Erin got Josh back for the tickle torture.

[@michaelvaldez3490]

Love that the restroom is almost finished. Life’s about peaks and valleys, this is a little valley. I haven’t seen you guys fail yet , not going to happen now. Love the kids , love the show. The house is full of great memories. The counter top is just another.

[@slamsshenanigans2296]

Every time I see Chucky I smile, that is the fastest I have ever seen him move!

[@darbisvidal8979]

Omg, he knows what he is doing. Great man and wife!

[@-sstevens5444]

Wonder what the "stone guys" suggest for the stone? Surely they must have done something similar in their years of manufacturing? ❤💖💕

[@nauy]

I’m sure they’ll say “sucks to be you; just buy another slab.” Ha ha ha. Pls see my reply above for solution using rubbing alcohol for permanent marker stains.

[@ChildOfGod0777]

Yes rubbing alcohol 70% takes permanent marker off...the hospitals use it, they write on all kinds of things with permanent marker and just use the alcohol prep pads to wipe it off!! 👍👍 try it

[@wjhann4836]

@@ChildOfGod0777 Yes. If Alcohol dosn't work, try cleaning solvent (bencine) - at last acetone. But before using acetone - try it at an unseen place. I'm a little bit out of ideas: I can understand that marble may soak some liquids. BUT - a countertop marble should be treated in some way (oil?) that it is no more hydroscopic.

[@dennis2376]

Could the company grind it down? I am so glad you did not blame the kids, crap happens and taking responsibility for your part in the problem shows great maturity. Thank you sharing and may you have a better day. Chucky is in supervisor mode. :) Love you guys and wishing all the best.

[@pjsfirstm]

Why didn't you guys put the sink all together when you had the countertop off the cabinet? Hmmm

[@jlane9055]

@@ivor7407 it would be for me

[@richardlug6139]

Live and learn! I had to put new sinks in my two bath rooms. The first one I did like they did, the second I put together before I set into the vanity I built. The second way was a lot easier and quicker especially since bath room vanities are usually very cramp areas unlike kitchen s

[@catgynt9148]

@@Bex-rg8pj What if they applied a tooth whitening strip or paste? Works on tooth enamel, why not stone?

[@chuirios365]

I hope all goes well with the countertop, the only thing I can suggest is acetone on a paper towel. Little bits at a time. Everything looks really good, I love the black faucet, brings great contrast with the countertop.

[@cheriosmith]

For permanent marker, pour rubbing alcohol on the stain and let it sit for a couple hours, then wash area with distilled water. Repeat if needed.

[@randalllaue4042]

Hand sanitizer takes marker off!

[@chrislodge7437]

Not saying it won't work but its a porous material so that stain goes deep into the counter. Guessing thats why they used baking soda to help absorb/soak up the marker.

[@Psyteth]

@@znasty1216 suuuuuuuuure

[@pesto88]

@@znasty1216 lol, I'm sure you can't even take out the trash... and that's not a trade secret😂😂

[@ernestferrante4719]

Hey guys, I have been enjoying watching your work on the house and seeing together as a family. You guys are great....please don't stop these videos. - from the Czech Republic.

[@franklindumas1978]

Perfection!

[@franklindumas1978]

You can use the baking soda/hydrogen peroxide paste for stains on your clothes. I have used it for years & works great, never buy commercial stain removers. I hope it works on your vanity top (positive thoughts your way!) Aloha!

[@einsteindrieu]

Love The Animals with you guys Chuck/Bruce/Neon an all the rest of them !---very very nice to see what you guys are up to !!! an Thank you for all your videos Einsteindrieu your friend. You make a lot of people Happy !

[@FogleFabrications]

I’m telling you. Barkeepers friend, magic eraser. Those 2 can get anything off of stone!!

[@АлександрВласов-э9х]

Вы большие молодцы!!!Рад за вас.Удачи и процветания вашей семье!!!