Cherish every single moment spent building memories with your Dad. I would give "anything" to have mine back.. Great job on your cabin.

@Sam-yo1xd

Жыл бұрын

same here.

@danielhill4446

Жыл бұрын

I’ll second that!

@colin.mcguire

Жыл бұрын

Same dude. Him and I built out a van together and it was one of the most memorable times of my life.

@georgewhitehouse8630

Жыл бұрын

Above ⬆️ the concrete does not move like the rest of the wood -

@jeffkenyon483

Жыл бұрын

Same here as well.

It’s great! My shed has been completed and it turned out nice looking and sturdy and it is way better than the sheds that many of my neighbors had put up. Of course, I'm pleased with the outcome and this Ryan’s kzread.infoUgkxGZedDTcDfgD7fG_uU4esfx_EgxzlY2_1 Plans was extremely useful to me as a guide.

A couple of observations from a Construction Forensics Engineer. 1. You could have saved a little money by using joists that were 2' shorter. You do need not lap joists more that the height of the joists. 2. The standard box nails will eventually work their way back out of the floor. HD Galvanized or HD Galvanized ring shanks will hold better. 3. The reflective insulation is designed to keep heat out of a building and keep it cooler. Installing under the subfloor does not accomplish that goal of keeping heat in or out as you do not loose heat thru the floor anyway as heat rises. It would have been better to either glue or caulk the subfloor to the joists to prevent cold air from being sucked into the building. Same with the bottom plates on the exterior walls. Not sealing all penetrations thru the floor, walls, ceiling, electrical boxes and around windows and doors is were the greatest heat loss comes from. 4. Due to the lack of a foundation you should seriously consider getting the building anchored to the earth as the building can and will move. The main supports for the building need to be below the frost level (as required by code) as the continued freezing and thawing of the soils, the building will eventually sink into the ground little by little with each freeze cycle. Otherwise you are doing a great job and enjoy spending time with your Dad while you can.👍

@kokalti

9 ай бұрын

Good observation. Also with that insulation between the joist and plywood, wouldn't that make the floor wobbly and not as solid?

@SoBek49

9 ай бұрын

3. You most certainly lose heat through the floor, even if not as much as through the roof or walls. But to add to your pointers on the product chosen here, there also won't be any reflectivity happening as the insulation is sandwiched under the sheets, making all the heat loss conductive.

@jrstrange123

8 ай бұрын

I read the comments for advice like this. Thanks.

@Oscarrrrrrrrrrr

8 ай бұрын

Love seeing constructive comments like these on the top, rather than only the high-fiving.

@Cme47

6 ай бұрын

Will the joists begin rotting overtime since they are exposed?

I'm helping a young couple build something similar. They are willing to learn and had no idea what or how to use a chalk line. They have learned so much in the past 3 weeks. I'm having fun passing my knowledge on to them. When I met them their floor was 5 inches out of square and they had no idea how to fix it. I simply had them unbolt the rim joist from the pier block foundation and had the young man use my Thor hammer to whack one corner until it was square. I had them redrill and bolt it back down. They were so grateful that I've donated the last 3 weeks to their dream of not having a mortgage. I'm retired but still 57 years young and I'm really enjoying myself. Before you put the subfloor down you should have put osb underneath to keep out squirrels and other undesirable critters. Otherwise keep up the good work and keep making videos to inspire people to live with little or no mortgage.

@BudSchnelker

Жыл бұрын

Bless you for sharing your knowledge.

@jshepard152

5 ай бұрын

I could really use these skills.

@richardcomeau8231

Ай бұрын

You’re a good man

Cut a access hole in the floor under the bedroom for a escape hatch into a root cellar/ storm shelter n build a secret shelter in the ground

@satanslittlehelper9677

Жыл бұрын

Have the real home be completely underground and this cabin be a front for a full meth lab under its floors !

@dustinlerch9272

Жыл бұрын

@@satanslittlehelper9677 Okay okay, so a part 2 then??

@DaDaDo661

Жыл бұрын

@@satanslittlehelper9677 I second the meth lab, why just have it be mortgage free when you could be generating income

@teapotrose2

Жыл бұрын

😂

@dtm7909

Жыл бұрын

@@satanslittlehelper9677 the second home underground should be 4 times bigger than the decoy home above ground . Stock it full of beer and whiskey and stay drunk underground until society and the earth revives it self and then emerge .

My Grandfather built a house like this way back in the 60's. He lived there for 30+ years. Then sold it to move back into town. Taxes were less then $200. per year back then. Heated with wood. And didn't have full time electricity until 1974. Some winters the snow was so deep, the "Indians" from a near by reservation would come out on snow mobiles just to bring him supplies and make sure he was all right!! Fine people back then. God, how I wish I had a wilderness cottage like that to retire to!!!!!

Outstanding, I was a carpenter in the 70’s and did everything by hand. No power nailing, all by muscle and hands. Great job

@AmitSharma-re4xu

2 жыл бұрын

Damn right lyle

@ZakJJ1

Жыл бұрын

Only way my great grand fathers, grand father, father and I have known. Every nail has a story. The end product speaks for itself. As the grey beards always said, if it puts hair on your chest it is worth it.

@keepitsimpleromania

Жыл бұрын

No tools for us , makes us stronger and appreciative

My Dad was an old school journeyman carpenter... I was never more proud of him than when he drove a 16 penny nail flat with one stroke (with a 16oz hammer) at the cub scout meeting.

@jazrobean1

3 жыл бұрын

uh - - tell us - - WHICH Cub Scout needed TACKING TO THE WALL?

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

Those old school carpenters were incredible. So good and efficient at their craft. It would be awesome going back in time and spending a day on a job site with a group of old school carpenters and just soak up all the information.

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve worked construction my entire life and I am always amazed by some of the older guys talking about how they did stuff before hammer drills and cordless power tools.

@patriciabarnes7034

3 жыл бұрын

@@KYLESCABIN Every young person should have the opportunity to do just that. So much of the old ways are dying out. Sad.

@stevensaxon8888

3 жыл бұрын

@@KYLESCABIN what size cabin?

I think I am mostly jealous that you get to work on a project with your Dad.

I am impressed and I do not impress easily. Dogs have done a great job of supervising and your dad is a gem - think about how long it would have taken without his help and oh yeah his great cooking. Wish I could have you come in and talk to my classes at the University about how to manage one's goals and life.

@patriciabarnes7034

3 жыл бұрын

Get your class to watch, then quiz them after watching, to see whether they have learned anything.

@marthaadams8326

3 жыл бұрын

@@patriciabarnes7034 retired now

You're reflective insulation works way better than people think. Great job.

@peaceofmindrestoration11

Жыл бұрын

I was wondering about that.

@keith_dixon

Жыл бұрын

If it's installed properly. In this case, it wasn't. So doubt it does anything. With that said, and knowing what I know, I find it hard to believe that you are qualified to make a declaration about the product. Being shiny and reflecting light is completely pointless where there is no light. It will work as insulation, but no better than 6 mil plastic. As a matter of fact 6 mil plastic, installed correctly will offer far greater R value, 5 vs. 0, to this incorrectly installed Reflectix. Correctly installed Reflectix over floor joists offers an R value around 6. It can be double layered to go as high as 21, but I'm skeptical about that number. Traditional roll insulation is R-30. So tell me again, how it works better than I think.

@ShikokuFoodForest

Жыл бұрын

@@keith_dixon What is the correct method to install reflectix?

@jshepard152

5 ай бұрын

@@ShikokuFoodForest I believe it has some value in direct sunlight, such as on a roof deck, where the issue is heat transfer through radiation. It doesn't do much to stop convection and conduction.

@humb1s3rvant

4 күн бұрын

​@@jshepard152exactly. This foil is a radiant barrier. It should be installed in attics and upper structure to reduce heat radiation from entering the building due to direct sunlight.

Kyle, me and my son in law just built a garage and studio 8m x 6m and we built everything by hand. When I see builds like this I look and think yeah, we did it right. You can't believe how proud we are of our accomplishment.

Eye protection...especially whilst nailing...my father took a slither in his eye in 50s. Swansea, UK.

That’s a very nice size cabin size. A lot bigger than I thought . Thanks dad, for helping. 👍👍

Another tip is, when framing the walls. When you put on the double top plate. Nail only over studs. That way when you drill for electrical or plumbing, or anything through the two top plates, you will not hit a nail and cause that drill to whip and hurt your wrists.

@bobbygetsbanned6049

10 ай бұрын

When I tried that I had a nearly 100% success rate of nailing into the nails in the studs and bending the 2nd top plate's nail. I said fuck that crazy shit and nailed near the studs, not directly on top, there just isn't enough room for 4 12d nails in 1 stud.

Its really nice to see you and your father building together. Im learning from you two for when i start my cabin in a couple of weeks. There's something special about being the first person to live in a place, especially when you build it yourself.

@davidrh74

Жыл бұрын

So 6 months later with winter coming.... How's your cabin build going?

This makes me so thankful for my cordless tools. Has taken me couple years and i don't even want to think how much i've spent on them. But Milwaukee makes a DC charger and i can charge off my truck. now i want to add a couple of solar panels on my tool trailer to a battery inside that will charge them while parked. I have swung a hammer enough!

@jshepard152

5 ай бұрын

I normally don't find a lot of use for Jackery Battery Packs, or similar, but that might be useful to you.

A friend of mine, myself and one other framed a 2000 sqft two story cape cod style house with nothing but hammers. I think our “tools” looked about like yours. We didn’t have electricity for the first floor so we cut everything with hand saws. (This was winter of 1992 south of you down by the cities) we finally found an old generator that we cobbled together so we could use skill saws for the second story and roof and sheathing. Your are right it’s not complicated just keep it straight.

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! If you have time I like to watch Larry Haun. There are a few videos on KZread with him. He pounds nails faster than a nail gun and breaks down the building process really well. It’s just a lot of simple steps that make up a home.

Kyle, here is a hint from an old carpenter. Put all the nail heads to the top of your hand. Then as you need the next nail you simply roll it into place between your thumb and index finger. Takes a little practice, but gets easier and faster. Good luck, build is looing good.

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that I will give it a try!

Excellent job guys!! Coming along nicely folks. Stay safe my friend's.🤓👍🤓👍 Randy.

It's not everyday that a Son and his Dad get a Build A Log Cabin together. You both are doing a great job. Great memories that you both will have seeing it get completed together. I pray it all goes well. Love watching this.

I am utterly impressed with you and your skills! Simple tools and look what you’ve done! I eagerly awaiting all your videos for sure!

Great start on the build! The size of your cabin 👍 very good size! You and your Dad working together will make memories forevermore👍 Dogs having a blast. Stay Safe! B Deacon Mb Canada

Thank you very much to share. I'm from Brazil and recently I bought land to build my own cabin. I have been searching and watching many videos on KZread but your series is the best, my friend!

Great job hammering. I probably would have bent 40% of the nails. 😂 Thanks for all the detailed explanations, it’s very helpful for me.

@tyronetripod8536

2 жыл бұрын

i wouldve bought a generator and air nailer, probly want the genset for a cabin anyways

@viniciuslima8679

2 жыл бұрын

He nailed it! Sorry... Has to be said

You are a very capable instructor Kyle. I enjoy listening to you because you explains thoroughly and yet simply. Keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing your cabin build through to it's completion. You inspire me to build a cabin myself and with your instruction I will. Thank you.

You have one hell of a nice hammer swing Kyle! Looks great!

This is. Nice size cabin I love being able to watch from the beginning ♥️

I still would put a piece of flashing between the concrete blocks and the "green blocks". You can still do it 'after the fact' with a little jack. Your cabin will last 20 years longer !!

@rockofagesusa7942

3 жыл бұрын

@Wilbur Gold , I agree ☝️

@trimbaker1893

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, vinyl flashing. The salts in the treated wood will corrode flashing that is metal. Acts as a termite shield too. Ok...I will be quiet now. Nice cabin build. George.

@cvzphotography

2 жыл бұрын

I've seen people use shingles for this purpose. Are you worries the floor will squeak with nailed subfloor?

@davegordon6943

2 жыл бұрын

@@cvzphotography I'd want my cabin floor to be a little squeaky

@chmoduk

2 жыл бұрын

I'd use pieces of cap sheet to protect the wood or cheaper dpc. I have plenty of cap sheet off cuts.

Kyle you and your Dad are doing a great job on the cabin. That is going to be one solid cabin. You're a lucky man to be young and being able to make your dreams come true. Hard work really does pay off. Keep up the good work buddy. Thanks for the video.

@shammysham4548

2 жыл бұрын

Where are they located. I am from Rutland ma wish they are here.

I really do appreciate the descriptions and details in the video. It's great to look at time lapse projects and finished work, but for the aspiring builder, this is invaluable information.

WOW You and your Dad did an awesome job. Love the dogs inspections. Bless your Dad for helping you out and having to sleep in his truck with out a matress even. That's a power Dad if you ask me.

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

I keep offering him the cabin on wheels but he said he’s either sleeping in the truck or the bath house haha. Once it stops getting below freezing at night we will all probably camp by the fire. The stars here are incredible.

@joharmon2148

3 жыл бұрын

@@KYLESCABINYour Dad sounds like a fun guy. I bet the stars are incredible.

The reason the floor system should be tied to the foundation is not just for frost heave. Depending on where you live, your structure can be subjected to high winds like a hurricane or tornado. Also, areas that are prone to earthquakes can wreak havoc on the structure.

@deanyanko3326

Жыл бұрын

By not tying it you can make adjustments with shims if it heaves I set posts 6' deep in concrete and it still heaved (in the north)

@Mr59425942

Жыл бұрын

@@deanyanko3326 Maybe but at least it won't blow away.

@mrgoats

Жыл бұрын

If he was going to foundation tie, you would want a must more robust foundation. Which would cost a lot more. The odds of window blowing it off are stupid low.

@michaelcrossley4716

Жыл бұрын

@@mrgoats who evens knows if they can get a ready mix truck up wherever they’re at.

@patrickkenney2259

Жыл бұрын

They don't get Hurricanes, Tornados or Earthquakes in Canada, Nate. Lol.

Hey Mr. Kyle this video is inspiring and I am glad you had so much to share. You are one heck of a young man, very proud of you!

So sweet,you get to do it with your dad.i miss my dad.

1. THANK your DAD for us who watch. Thank him for his help - - AND for raising such a son. 2. COUNT the times you say - - in each video - - "and stuff like that" - - - think about it. 3. KEEP ON doing good things 4. and THANKS for letting us follow your progress - - - GOD bless your future

Great simple explanations of the process! Square and level. Basic tools. Everybody likes to over complicate the process and that can discourage others from even trying. Nice work Kyle! Looks great so far!

I can envision a nice looking cabin already.....And you and your dad working on it together makes it all that much better.

@carlschmiedeke151

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome build, your definitely getting 10👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍's up from me, & yes I've definitely liked shared, & subscribed

@TheOxbowCabin

3 жыл бұрын

@@carlschmiedeke151 Yeah a great looking build! I am happy to see another block and pier foundation as I build my little off grid cabin on, makes me feel like all will end well haha

@CTS-USA

2 жыл бұрын

I can envision a sagging floor in the future 🤦‍♂️

@IMSpock

Жыл бұрын

@@CTS-USA why??

In the old days we took roofing tar (bull) covered the tops of the concrete pads then laid a piece of roofing felt on top,Then the nails we used we soaked in used motor oil for a day keeps them from rusting in a couple years,you can also paint all the joists with used oil stops rot and termites

This is excellent. Probably one of the best, simple, builds.

I feel guilty laying here recovering from a new hip but sure enjoyed your informative video especially working with your father again what a treat I remember when I worked with my dad how much you can learn.Can't wait to see the rest I'll be watching be careful take care.

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt!

my father-inlaw has a passload .... highly recommend!!! such a time saver when making beams - GREAT WORK GUYS!

Well done 👍 good to see the cabin coming along at a good pace .

Very nice, i’ve always liked the framing hatchet when I was building houses. Thanks brings back memories

Looking good.It was nice to watch a man with a hammer and not a nail gun.

CONGRATULATIONS ON BUILDING YOUR NEW HOME CAN'T WAIT UNTIL YOU FINISH IT

I love watching the build Kyle 😊. I'm always impressed 👌. I wish I learned these things 4 decades ago....your hard work shows in everything you build. Mom and Dad did right by you!! You're awesome 👌 👏 👍

Great work. Seems a lot simpler than others I've watched.

The cabin is going to be HUGE. Nice job!

A level and square platform to build on is the key I can tell you know what your doing its refreshing to see a young man build his own way lost of respect to you for that all the best from alberta Canada 🇨🇦

@robertaxford7527

3 жыл бұрын

Lots of respect dang auto correct

This is awesome making memories with your Dad! fantastic job. I lost my Dad 27 yrs ago.

Lol I’m not the only one that uses the chainsaw to cut dimensional lumber. I find it more convenient that getting out the saw-saw and cords and blades. Probably a little less accurate but faster and easier and I keep my chains sharp. Love the video. Good work.

I built a similar cabin about 20 years ago in Northern Ontario, and I found that the frost would heave and break the concrete slabs. I ended up replacing them with pressure treated 2x10 sandwiched in three layers 24 inches by 30 inches wide, using galvanized nails. I found that the wood is more forgiving and will not break like the concrete slabs (unless they have re-bar in them).

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information. We will see how the concrete holds up. If I start having problems I will swap them out to wood pads like you described. In Alaska wood pads were the most common and I always wondered why but now I know. Thank you!

Fantastic job man! Thank you for sharing and good luck! Will attempt to make my own with your instructions.

Kyle, congratulations! It is wonderful to see your dreams taking shape!

I had to look back and find this video, I'm very inspired and starting to build my own camp. Thanks so much!

So inspiring Bro!! Thank you for giving us trade challenged the confidence to do things on our own instead of always paying

Looking good Kyle you and your dad work well together.

No screws or framing hardware was harmed in the making of this video. Great work.

The house project with your Oldman is an all around great project and so will the unforgettable good memories; enjoy your barbecues and coffee ☕ fellows

Always good to watch a build from the ground up . Thanks for sharing , It will be a great home ///

Skeeter all are getting a beautiful new home.we are on a Journey💕🐾💕🐾

great job. I lived in NW Minnesota for 43 years . Looking forward to the next video .

You guys working together is just beautiful. I just really like you guys.

I live in the East Kootenay of British Columbia. Our ground is similar to yours, I used the same building technique as you with pads and cinder blocks for my addition on my house. It is 10'*80'. I have had no problems with moisture or freezing affecting the structure.

@RaisingCasons-rt6ze

20 күн бұрын

How is the foundation holding up? I am about to build the same and was worried about movement

I have that Stiletto hammer, good for raw framing. Still went back to my 20 oz fiberglass handle Plumb My go too for 45 yrs.

@colinflenley8601

3 жыл бұрын

Sell the plumb hammers here 🇦🇺 as well, always was my favourite too

Happy for you guys and your level floor! It is a good felling when things turn out right!

cherish this journey with your dad I"m sure he is And thanks for such good explanations on everything. I think I'm learning something Thank you and good luck

GOOD OLD DAD, GOD BLESS HIM, FROM UK

It's looking good. When you have a good foundation level and square, it looks better and it makes it much easier to get everything else level and square and you continue to build.

@alanj7306

3 жыл бұрын

Al Bundy, how’s Peggy doing?

@honuswagner9348

Жыл бұрын

@@alanj7306 oh it's terrible.... she's healthy as a horse lol

its a fantastic job with minimum tools. Awesome job Buddy. This shows your workmanship. Respect to you

Thanks for the simplicity and clarity of your built. I appreciate

I like the floating foundation. If a pier ever moves just throw a shingle under the beam to shim it. I’d mark known level measurements and check them every few years

@KYLESCABIN

3 жыл бұрын

The floating foundation is budget friendly and works quite well. I will definitely check it every year. More times than not when the ground thaws the cabin goes right back to the original spot. It doesn’t take much work or time to through a shim in like you said.

@rockstarofredondo

Жыл бұрын

It also lowers your property taxes in many places.

The cabin is going to be much bigger than I thought it was going to be. So much work.

It's nice to see someone who knows how to drive a nail.

Coming along great, you and your Dad and Cierra have done an awesome job, I see your Dad is a south paw, like my Wife, The lefties always looking out for the Right! 😎😉👌👍

You should have used a moisture barrier and treated wood on your concrete blocks. I would have split the plywood on the seams so you start with a half sheet on the second row but you getting it done. Good luck

great job! you and your pops are badasses! cant wait for more!

Great that your dad is helping you build your future home!

I don't know who taught you how to build but They taught you well. I know your dad had a lot to do with it. Glad you are not cutting corners to save a few dollars here and there. Good job my friend!!!

Cherish this time with your Dad.. I miss mine every day. He sure can be proud of his son.

Well done! Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.

Great progress! I love seeing the young pine growing in all around the cabin. They will make a nice needle bed someday.

Such a great start, so excited for you guys.

You and the team are doing a great job, well done :-)

Going to be such a cool series to look back on!

Man ! I been looken for a video series like this for YEARS !!! Good Job man ....... please include the costs as you go if you could !!

Your video is a refresher for me man...great job...i went through the Carpenter apprenticeship in st. louis, mo. way back in 1979-1982....

It’s looking terrific Kyle, I can’t wait to see the walls go up. So good to see a young person NOT feeling entitled and not afraid to work for their dream, good on you 👍

I used 1" roofing nails to attach my bubble foil. Large heads make for a good hold.

Square and level and steady as she goes. Looking good so far Kyle. Your pretty good at swinging that hammer. Keep up the good work.

Nice work. Strong, durable, efficient, adaptable.

Thanks for posting this video series!

Old school construction, love it.

The most accurate measurement is a fair line. Good work sir.

Hi guys, wow it’s looking really good. It’s definitely level for sure. Can’t wait to see the next video.

Good to see a young man who know's how to swing a hammer.

@samuelspade889

3 жыл бұрын

Also nice not to see an obese girlfriend with purple hair in overly tight yoga pants. Many Americans have lost their minds.

work! work!and more work! looks damn good! solid! luv those dogs!

Lots of progress and looking great!!

What progress, Kyle! So cool your Dad is helping. Skeeter guarding the grub, lol. Take care...