Raising a garage floor to house level with 2x6 joists, midspan blocks and plywood to convert into a bedroom or any living space.

@cernvannewkirk3220

3 жыл бұрын

John - nice work. Did you attach the 2x6 framing to the garage floor in any way or is it just floating?

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

@@cernvannewkirk3220 Thanks! Screwed to wall at every corner and at least 1 screw between corners.

@uprightfossil6673

2 жыл бұрын

Another question for you. The ceiling in my garage is 1/4” particle board with insulation bats and blown insulation on top of that. Can I just put tongue and groove over that and avoid tearing it down and all the insulation mess?

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

I think you can, but I suggest using a brad nail gun and catch as many trusses as you can. Good luck.

@uprightfossil6673

2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV yeah man…I thought so also. I mean, no vapor barrier so wood on wood. And yes, Trusses are 16” on center. Easy peasy . Thanks again

Sounds complicated, but you guys make it look doable for most, thanks for your expertise!

@JohnCRV

11 ай бұрын

Our pleasure!

Hey John, it took me about tutorials which were promptly ended within a minute or so, because the instruction was too loosey-goosey. I like straight, succinct instruction that provides information in an organized manner because that's how my brain works. This presentation is such a blessing! Very well done, sir! Looking forward to the next installments that I'm going to watch right now!

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

I thank you for taking the time to comment and a nice one at that. Your feed back is much appreciate it. When editing, I try to keep in mind how I would want the information that I'm searching for and hopefully it will help someone out there. I think our brains work the same way.

wow this is cool to see the leveling process here.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit.

You are doing this very carefully and perfectly. A nice video about raising the garage floor to home level and covering it with plywood.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the nice comment. Have a great week.

Well done John, great way to gain added space. Hope there's a part two, I'll be watching, love video's of this nature. Have a great day.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dennis. Will have a few more coming out as soon as I can edit them.

Great video. Well narrated with clear explanations of the small details it takes to do things right. Thanks for making my job easier!!

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Glad it helped!

From garage to the great bedroom.Great job dear John👏👏👏

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😃 Stay well.

I like that you always find something to do, repair, modify ... In waiting for summer when the weather is right to travel throughout the country again :)👌👍

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Do to Covid we decided not to travel last year. So we invested in this duplex that needed much upgrading. It's been interesting. Stay safe my friend.

@MyTravelChannel-RO

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV I'm sure it was a very good decision.

Great job rising the floor. Interesting remodel. We need our garage here. We get hail. And I hate digging out the car in the winter.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't give up my garage either.👌😎 too hot here in FL.

An excellent video about raising the garage floor to house floor level using treated 2x6s and covering with plywood. I enjoyed to the 8:29 end and gave you a well deserved thumbs up. Thank you for sharing my friend.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Dave! Stay well my friend.

@davestredulinsky

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Thank you again. You as well. Things have been pretty for me.

Great and interesting job. Congratulations, John!!!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Excellent work & great tutorial! I enjoyed watching!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Big project you are making. Lots of work but looks fun and nice when its done.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

It sure will be. Thanks Bon.

Great video, mate! Love it.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton for the feedback!

Great video. Thank you. I want to have this kind of work done to a back patio area to convert it into an enclosed space. Interesting to visualize how it could be done.

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

Excellent Work!!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

I loved seeing this. Well done.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it.👍

Very cool video. Thanks for sharing. Have a nice day.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You have a nice day as well!

John you ROCK

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Very good presentations usualy for many people Thank for sharing

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad it was useful.

great job there raising the floor level *always a full view👀cool video got our like👍Au👍*

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit Billy. Stay well my friend.

Very interesting as always! Great job! Greetings

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit

Great video! Thanks a lot!

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Awesome work John & son's redoing the previous owners cover-ups and installing the new raised floor joists! 👍

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

This is a lot of work, I also like all my floor to be the same level 👍Gary

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks

Thank you very much for sharing this great video. See you again :)

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for visiting👌

great vid, informative thanks

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped and thank you for taking the time to comment.

excellent work

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit. Cheers!

Hey John, new subscriber here and video looks great. I am about to convert my front patio into interior living space with my permit already approved. The front patio is covered with a roof and same as this garage conversion where it is lower and needs to be leveled so your demonstration here is exactly what I needed. Quick question, how would you level the joist if the floor is sloping downwards like how I have my patio. I was thinking of leveling the perimeter by using wooden block and shims and then using joist hangers in between to hold the middle joist? Any suggestion is appreciated.

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

I would use wooden block and shims as you mentioned, depending on the size gap and would glue them with construction glue. Joist hangers will do fine on for mid-joists. Sounds like you got it 👍

Полезное видео! Супер!!! С удовольствием посмотрела!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

👍

This video will be a Home Run!!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Hope so. Thanks for the support.

Hi John, great video and thanks for sharing your knowledge. Did you screw the outer frames into the floor or walls or is it not necessary?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

I did screw to the walls every 18".

@prash_sh

Жыл бұрын

Thanks John, cheers

Good job

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

are the floor joist pressure treated? Looking to do a similar protect in an old garage that is moisture prone.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

All 2x6 joists, midspan blocks and plywood are pressure treated.

Just beginning this project on our garage. Our floor pitches down towards the door, would you recommend a small curb and self leveler to give us a solid level foundation?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

depending on your slope. You can use some plastic shims they sell at HD or Lowes

Looks great one question though. What about air flow? In the UK we wouldn't be aloud to do this as there is nowhere for the air to circulate to prevent stagnant air causing damp or rot.

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

air to circulate the inside of the room or outdoors?

Additional space for the family, this is informative, keep sharing for us to learn too.

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will

Hi John, this is a very helpful video for me. I am in the process of converting my garage into living space as well. I was wondering if you need a moisture barrier or something on top of the slab before placing the stud rails and joists? Sorry if this is a stupid question. This is my first rodeo with renovations after hurricane damage last year. (I am in the gulf area). House is on a slab..single story.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

From the research I did; No plain wood is advised directly on concrete floor except treated wood. If you noticed, this floor had ceramic tiles, That should count for something against moister but I went a little further by using treated wood, plus added Roof Deck Seam Tape between the floor and the joists. A little bit of an overkill according to a contractor. He suggested a sheet of plastic would have been sufficient. My opinion, It all depends how long you want it to last. I hope that helps and not confuse you even more.

@vdragon514

2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV yes that helps and thank you for your reply 😊🙏

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

@@vdragon514 Have a great day👍

Hi John how r u doing? i actually also working on my studio and work shop I can tell u... its nota easy job respect to you for all those amazing work

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Lee, thanks for the nice comment. It's not easy work, especially because we don't do this everyday but it is satisfying. Take care.

Great nad interesting work L44

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for watching!

Could I do this for bedrooms with plush carpet? My association requires carpet in the bedrooms but my wife and I have extreme allergies to the crap that lives in carpets. Thinking of doing this to install the lifeproof flooring from homedepot while still abiding by their carpet rule

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what your associations rule is but this can be considered free floating if that's what they require.

Awesome video! If I needed to raise the floor higher how would I do that?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Depends How much higher you need. I used 2x6s you can use 2x8s. if less than an inch higher is needed you can use thicker plywood or use shims between the floor and the 2x6s.... There's different ways...

Great video! Thanks for uploading. I’m doing the same with our garage, the plywood what thickness is best or minimum to use? I’m about to order 12mm? Thanks Josh 👍🏽

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Because of the height of the threshold we used 1/2", I would have preferred 5/8". 12 mill is ok but use plenty of support and screws. Good luck.

@cooperscareu.k.6636

2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Great thanks so much 👍🏽

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

@@cooperscareu.k.6636 No problem.

Great video,a suspended floor like this also gives you the opportunity to run services like electric or plumbing?i was going to pour a concrete slab on my project but seeing this has me thinking

@JohnCRV

6 ай бұрын

Yes and yes to both.

@sergeyakimov7332

5 ай бұрын

Hello. Great video. I'm wondering about insulation (hard board perhaps) though wouldn't it be a good idea to put something between floor and concrete(tiled surface)? I'm in process of raising floor in converted garage

@JohnCRV

5 ай бұрын

@@sergeyakimov7332 Sure! you can put insulation no problem!

Does this require a permit? I'm considering doing something similar by myself but only half of a one car garage.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

You should check with your local codes.

I'm doing a office garage. I'm wondering if those cross members on the subfloor are necessary or Overkill. That's 3/4 inch plywood. I happened to be doing mine 8ft by about 18 ft. My upstairs does not have cross members on the subfloor studs. Why do you feel you need them? Anyhow I could see driving 1 crossmember amongst the 8-foot studs all the way across the 18-foot stagger between the 16in studs that is. Just for added stability

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

You can get away with doing it your way but someday you may want to lay ceramic tile on that floor in which I may do in a few years or when the vinyl planks wear out. this floor will be able to take any type of flooring. If you will be turning it back into a garage or sell the house your way is fine.

@JamesEid

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV well I think you did a really super job actually period and my upstairs floor was squeaking until I rip the carpet up and screw down the floor. I think given a job that you had you probably did do the right thing hedge a little bit more on structural integrity...

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

I dint want to mention your upstairs but squeaks are from lack of support and using nails instead of screws. My Dad was in construction. He always use to say that a builder’s house is always built better than the normal. Good luck with your project and thank you for the nice comment. Have a great day.

which type of wood did you use for the joist

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Treated 2x6

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@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Grazie mille Giuseppe per il bel commento. Riguardo ai politici; il problema è che non c'è responsabilità quando non riescono a rappresentare le persone che hanno promesso di rappresentare. Finché non avranno nulla da perdere continueranno a rubare e mentire alla gente e il popolo continua a pagare il loro stipendio pure. Che scherzo! Sfortunatamente questo è il modo in cui funziona la democrazia, ecco perché non dura. Finché qualcuno non arriva e prende il sopravvento e li caccia tutti fuori dal paese. Questo accadrà, non si sa quando ma accadrà come è accaduto per migliaia di anni. E' il peccato più grande quando lasciamo che la storia si ripeta invece di imparare da essa. Ora capisco quando mio padre diceva "E' la stessa storia" Stai sempre forte mio amico della Sicilia.

No need for glueing the plywood down or is it an extra I can add for a larger room for more support? My garage conv is 20x24 and I hate squeaky floors

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

My room was about 1/2 of yours, I would add some construction glue to yours. It will also depend on your trusses, I did 16"x16" and (plenty of screws). plenty is the key. Good luck.

@uprightfossil6673

2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV plenty of screws….got it. I was prepared to use up all my nails until you said nails squeak. my joists will be 2x6 at 16” centers so I won’t go more than 32” for the trusses. Thanks. no worries about moisture barriers or mold under that floor? Should I seal the concrete first?

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

@Upright Fossil Sounds like a plan👍 You may have noticed in the video, as a moisture barrier I used Roof Deck Seam Tape 4" x 66.7': amzn.to/3bPeiQ9 With the tar side on the 2x6s, it not only protects the wood but gives it a buffer. Whatever you use, you should have something in my opinion. Good luck.

Nice work. Don’t u think we need screws used in treated wood?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

👍

John, this is a helpful and interesting video. How you explained everything is so clear! I really enjoyed watching it. This video is not only for my husband (ha, ha,..). You could easily have your own show! Exceptional! I wish you a wonderful day and rest of the week. 🧡🙏👍

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Milica👌🙂

@MilicaPetkovic

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Special thanks for the comment on my video. Much appreciated! 🌞

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

I really like your recipes.

@MilicaPetkovic

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Thank you so much John.🙏🧡

I live in a cold environment. Cold garage. How would I insulate, if at all?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Rolls of insulation cut into 2foot sections.

Do you have to raise electrical outlets as well?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

12 inches above the floor to the bottom of the box Outlets is the usual code. Check if you local code is the same.

Follow up on a question from a much earlier comment. If the garage is flat, your wood grid system will work and looks very sturdy. Therefore, costly concrete would have to be used if the floor is slanted, correct? Are there any other less expensive options?

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Depending on the degree of the slant I would definitely use shims. Using treated wood, you can make your own or use the plastic amzn.to/3MCUMGO

@marieknipfer6982

2 жыл бұрын

@John C RV Well, thank you, John, for the reply. Based on the height of the house slab, from the back of the garage, the floor slopes from about a 3 inch difference, for about 15 feet, to 4 inches then for the last 10 feet or so to the door, it slopes from 4 to 6 inches. What do you think? I could see rigging various things that would act as a shim. Your grip would still be cheaper than concrete? What do you know about issues with concrete meshing with existing slab? Thanks. Just trying to know what's out there before talking to contractors. Thank you.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Let me first say, I prefer concrete over wood any day... If done right with rebars drilled into the surrounding old concrete, you should have no problems. But, the price difference is huge, especially these days. It's also permanent. Where wood can be taken apart if you change your mind someday or if you sell the house and the new owner plans to have a garage. Back to shimming, It will be a bit tedious but it can be done by building the joist floor first without screwing it to the surrounding walls, then level it with treated wood strips and shims using construction glue and brad nailing. Once that's done, you can screw the side joists to the walls (Before installing the plywood) Hope this helps. Good luck on your project.

What about under-floor access and ventilation

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Whats the question?

How would you add insulation to the floor?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

If you live in a could area, you could cut squares of insulation and insert them in.

No sub floor glue?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

no for this job

Hi John, great video. We are hoping to do this to our one car garage approx 12x20 South Fl. Floor is solid with vinyl. Roughly how much to get that done and any tips re waterproofing, humidity, bugs etc?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Around $300.00 for screws and lumber and vinyl plank flooring, before covid and keep in mind I only had to do 10 feet because the other 10 feet was already done. I used pressure treated wood, not to worry about termites. Waterproofing; in case it gets wet I used the Roof Deck Seam Tape 4" x 66.7': amzn.to/3bPeiQ9 taped it under the wood that touched the floor and acts as a sound buffer. Probably an overkill but it made me feel better. Caulking the molding around the floor, seals it very well, no worries about bugs.

@Jennifer-xw7dw

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Thanks for reply. What was the approximate saving compared with a quote to do it with a builder?

@Jennifer-xw7dw

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV Also why did you decide not to pour concrete floor? eg cost and given humidity?

@Jennifer-xw7dw

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV And roughly how much to close garage door with cinder blocks please. Thanks in advance.

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

@@Jennifer-xw7dw As much as I love concrete it would be way too expensive. You seem to worry about humidity are you below sea level?

I have a job doing this same thing lifting a garage floor to the house hight Why use screws instead of nail gun my project is a 45x12

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

It's your preference. I always had a good experience with screws vs nails when it comes to squeaks years later. Good luck.

What about floor insulation? Seems like it will be a cold room.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

South Florida 👌

Hi, good job! Like 955.

@JohnCRV

9 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I’m about to do this but was told they have to pour concrete. This is a good alternative and cheaper I’m sure right?

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

I'm all for overkill since I love using concrete but that's murder for your bank account. As long as you have a good flat slab and use treated wood.... it should last a >lifetime.

@xeno3417

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV yeah I’m so glad you posted this. Now I know better! Thanks!

@JohnCRV

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help and good luck.

great job

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback.

Was part 2 done?

@JohnCRV

7 ай бұрын

Here's the playlist of all the videos for that garage conversion. Feel free to ask any questions. kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmWTm9amcr2bYdY.html&pp=gAQBiAQB

Why treated 2x6? If it's an interior construction?

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

termites are a major reason

Builder was around $2,500.00 just the labor.

@Jennifer-xw7dw

Жыл бұрын

Just for that floorspace - no framing? Given that we are doing double that size, its a choice of amateur DIY lumber frame or a professional to pour cement as a pour would be roughly 6k but at least its done and dusted. How long did it take to complete the floor/room?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

@@Jennifer-xw7dw Took us 4 full days to from start to finish. Good luck.

Wait. No floor insulation?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

Depends on the climate in your area. We chose no insulation from Florida

@marthalorden8498

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnCRV That makes sense! I am exploring garage conversion and I live in New Hampshire. I found your video enlightening. Thanks!

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

@@marthalorden8498 Glad it helped.

At 5:45, the second course of plywood should have started with a half sheet so the joints of the adjoining rows are staggered...always best to avoid joints of adjacent rows being in line. Well done otherwise.

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I did mention it on the video about staggering.

Can you put insulation on the floor ?

@JohnCRV

Жыл бұрын

sure

put some glue under the floor

@JohnCRV

2 жыл бұрын

thanks