this guy is the bob ross of finish carpentry minus the happy trees. his voice is golden.

Gotta say, the respect you have for your audience and the care and creativity that went into this video...well, it’s a breath of fresh air. Thanks for sharing your own project at your own home with us. It came out beautiful.

Mike, as a builder I always pay attention to the trim work. Done right, it is one of the keys to a well received finished home. Your work is absolutely beautiful and very professional. Wish there were more guys like you. Thanks

Love your style. All of it - video, voice, woodworking, life lessons, family. Very endearing and watchable. Thank you for putting in a huge effort to make these special.

Stars in my eyes...You, my friend are a pro and a gentleman. You have a beautiful family and a home to match.

I love how your baby is with you and watching. He has a great teacher.

Again, this is just meticulous, detailed, STELLAR work - coupled with a matter-of-fact style of presentation. This too, was a fantastic video!

I’ve been working on our home for years and now getting to the fine finishes. Your video is outstanding. I learned so many nice tips from you. I love your finish work. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you very much.

"I sign ALL of my work...I think it's important..." haha! i have no idea how to do any of this stuff but i'm trying to learn. Took me 2 hours to fix a light bulb fixture and I didn't get electrocuted so ...yea. But his voice is so calming. I could watch him explain stuff for hours. Really informative.

Cool video. Never thought I'd sit through a 25min video of a room renovation, but you're tips and insight are fantastic. Love your sense of humour too. Shame you didn't have a kumiko panel included!

You are the definition of a craftsman. Your attention to detail is amazing. And then way you present is great. I find myself entranced the same way I was by Norm Abram and the New Yankee Workshop in my 20's. Thanks for sharing your work and talent.

Definitely an old-school type a guy! It’s awesome when you’re fine a person like this. Great job

Attention to detail is great man, you don't often see that kind of craftsmanship and the hard work put into projects. Awesome job!

Outstanding project Mike! Really like the way the room turned out, looks fantastic. Great video, easy to follow along and understand. Thanks for sharing!

It is enjoyable watching a true craftsman. There is only one word to describe the finished project - "Excellent".

They final finish when you and your family give high fives and hugs was quite nice and emotional.

Alright there Mike, I can’t remember how many time I’ve watched this particular project. With your workmanship, eye for detail and calm soothing voice it’s my go to chill out video😊. Thanks mike, keep up that quality content, all the best buddy.

This was so therapeutic to watch. Love the new dining room and your hard work!

I am looking forward to more of your work. I enjoy learning nd you are an awesome instructor. Including your family, especially your darling son is wonderful. He will learn from a master. Your dining room came out so wonderful. Looking forward to see what else you do to your home. Way cool beyond words is your workshop. Love all the tools you have. My father was a Special Effects Man for the studios in California. Wish I had spent more time watching him in his shop. Be good to your sweet boy. He's a fortunate little guy.

Not only was that a pleasure to watch and listen to for the technical info, my absolute favorite part of this clip was the commentary at the end. After all, what we do in life SHOULD be driven by what gives us meaning. It was a perfect way to wrap up the story. Well done.

Looks great. Another excellent project and another excellent video.

Solid work, Mike! The construction adhesive circles is a new one for me, I'll be stealing that one....cheers!

Absolutely stunning. The work, care, and pride is all there, and this video felt like listening to waves crash on the beach all night. Simply beautiful. Very zen.

I just love watching your project videos. You are the Bob Ross of woodworking, in that you make it look effortless and the whole experience is somehow calming.

Beautiful work! Loved your narration technique, too, and ESPECIALLY your little helper! Would love to see the room after it was completely decorated - drapes, pictures,etc.

Lovely work, has inspired me to give it a go over here in England so thank you! Love your little helper in the video following daddy's steps!

I just watched this and it made my day, that toddler is the best....the project deserves an AAA+. Well done

Looks great! Your shop is bad ass! Being patient and letting the young apprentice learn and help out is commendable!

I have just binge watched a load of your videos, awesome stuff! Thanks for the crown moulding tip as well, I always get caught short when doing it myself.

Love the renovation! I really enjoy watching your little assistant, quite adorable. As well, I appreciate all of the tips you share, I have learned quite a bit from you. Thanks again for the share :)

I love that you let your kid roam around. That Gray is the perfect colour!

That color scheme looks fantastic with the winter weather. Odd, don't remember being that "wintery" when I spent 6 months at (then) Lowry AFB back in '75. Nice seeing how that all came together.

The dining room looks really sharp - love the panels.😃👌👏👏👏👏

Love the “Bane” and Apprentice part. Awesome video

Sir, you are.the BEST at what you do!!!👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

WOW! I had a house with the same type of 3 recessed window setup so this brought back a lot of good memories. Best part of this entire video, with the exception of your excellent work, was the shop helper! It's fantastic that you have included your son in these type of projects; he will remember this time he spent with you forever! Such a positive role model! 👏👏

Huge improvement in the look of the dining room! I really like it. Picked up some good tips too. Thank you!

Love this! Can't wait to share with my husband! Thank you for including needed / preferred tools as you go!

What an awesome experience watching a real craftsman at work. The detail and effort were worth everything. So many great tricks and tips. And most of all a extremely enjoyable video. Wish you lived in our area so we could enjoy your work. Thanks for sharing your new dining room. And your beautiful family as well.

That high five from the apprentice made it all worth it! Too cute. Amazing craftsmanship. There is so much around my home that has that "weekend warrior" feel to it from the previous owner(s). Slowly, I am trying to change that and learning little tips like ensuring the joints are even and strong mean a lot to me. Thank you.

Excellent video, love your work especially the commentary. The end result, just stunning.

This is amazing man, your shop is beautiful and your work is even more so! So meticulous! Thank you

I was in a Jersey mansion that was level 5. It was amazing and by the grace of God my next custom home will be there. Takes more time but I bet you can attest to the fact it is well worth the time.

Adorable little helper! Two years later, i'm watching this.

Whenever one of your clients tell you, that your prices are high. Please send him/her the link of this video!

Love this video! It felt like I was watching a really good home improvement show. The narration, the shots of a Denver winter. Excellent stuff! The dining room came out amazing. Thanks for posting. Subscribed!

24 minutes of total therapy.... regards from Ireland, great job...

Mike, this is what life is all about. Awesome job, by a true gentleman.

Wow...this is beautiful. So professionally done.

Love your work and content and personality and everything, so much. I've learned so much from watching all of your videos. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! Thank your wife and kids too! Side note, I always laugh at "dislikes" on videos and content that is so very clearly helpful and well thought out and produced and positive. The world we live in where negativity is everywhere we turn, i reckon. Any who, thanks again, Mike!

I don’t even have a house, but I’m definitely a fan of wainscoting and your channel. Thanks for this!

You’re funny, I like you 😂. Great work btw looks amazing. I think you nailed the proportions 👌

The sliding biscuit joint is a great tip. I have never seen that before. Thanks for sharing.I don't understand why you can't get projects done quicker when you have a shop apprentice. :)

What a great voice. If you ever get tired of carpentry you could do voice over work. As far as your dining room goes, it’s GORGEOUS!

Amazing finish, excellent instructions, beautiful finished dining room - conversation and food will definitely be great!

Wow! Very nice work Mike! I definitely need to keep my wife away from this video or I'll be busy! Thanks for the video!

One hell of a “workshop” dang.

That last minute of insight you gave was so spot on. Loved the video.

can't believe you'd go with carpet over a hardwood floor. especially in a dining room. the work is amazing. really nice.

First time here -OMG - jackpot! I'm subscribing! ^5 Sean sent me. Scorpions: Coast To Coast 1979 LoveDrive! awesome

You should consider reading audio books... your voice is amazing.

I'm hooked! who needs netflix when I can binge watch all your vids !! great craftsmanship, great shop, and a gnarly set of shop tools you have!

I think I am in love. lol This room is divine. Your efforts to make this precise is very rewarding in the end. It is beautiful. Thank you for sharing

Hi Mike! Can you speak to the baseboards and rail/header? Looks like maybe a 1/2" thick baseboard, and a 1"x2" rail? Also what did you use for the door casing? Looks like the same as your stiles perhaps? Thanks a lot!!!

Dude you need a tv show!

Great content, and I really enjoy seeing your son have a good time with you.

True craftsmanship. Gorgeous finished product. Simple yet elegant. And great filming too boot

“Biscuits do good”. Yes, biscuits do good. I like to chew on them.

So f jealous of all the equipment you have and that shop good lawd

You need your own show! I loved every single second of this video. Very easy to follow and lots of tips and tricks!

Well done. Finding that wallpaper to ”patch in” was golden.

It's a pleasure watching you display your skills and preparations. Outstanding work. Thank you for sharing.

Wishful thinking becomes family reality! Keep up your great work with your wonderful family!

Tastfully elegant & simple- looking, Mike.

I loved the honesty about your reaction to the timeline of your renovation...It made me laugh.

That voice is kinda like that Bob guy with the fro hair that paints happy trees and clouds. The shop apprentice is adorable 😊

Beautiful job! Your solution for the bay window ends works perfectly.

Lovedrive. Haven't heard it in years! I'm gonna sort through the CD's and put it on. Coast to Coast, Always Somewhere and Holiday. Cheers Mike

It's absolutely amazing how it turned out. You the man.

That's such a great and very detailed job, I like the fact that you put a lot of dedication into your projects.

Outstanding craftsmanship, one of the best I've ever seen. And the commentary,..........off the charts!

Great work. I have involved my children in every project I've done as early as 2. They are now 4 and 5 and my son can do more around the house than most adults I know. This is incredibly important.

That was an incredible makeover w/ an immense amount of detail. Thanks for sharing!

Excellent penmanship! Love your little buddy “helping”

Great video and narrative! I’m sold! Mike, your voice and how you express the processes and ideas are really superb! Great video and tips!

Impeccable work. The room looks beautiful.

What a nice voice this guy has,it relaxes me. I admit that I'm a little worried about the shop apprentice being around with all those tools.

Best part of this video is the hugs you got. 😁 great job.

I have learned so much here. Most of all how to build out my shop better. Love all the space and organization. Great skills.

Stunning craftsmanship.

Wonderful work Mike! Blessings to you and your family

I really enjoyed watching the room develop. The finished result looks great. 👍

Stunning work, attention to detail second to none, a good old fashioned craftsman, great videos a joy to watch you work, thank you for sharing your workflow.

You're a classy guy. Don't have all your tools, but still learned a lot.

Love your sense of humor and your junior apprentice.

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship and execution on detail. I feel the same way watching your videos as when watching a professional musician...I would love to achieve that level of mastery, but realize at the same time how many countless hours of dedication it would take. I guess you just gotta enjoy improving over time, no matter what you're doing. Incredible work, and thank you for documenting it for free.

I use to watch This Old House, with my father. I will say you out do them by far. It’s motivating and relaxing watching you work. Great Job. I would definitely watch your show if you had one on a network.

Stellar video! Love all the added color commentary and exterior video/pics.....I truly miss living in my home state.

That is absolutely beautiful! Those little details you added are really what set a decent job apart from an incredible job!

really thorough and professional job, kudos to you, sir. I am a painter - you did an amazing job, and i back you up on your decision to 'hand-cut' your paint-job. taping takes too long to set up and it rarely works 100%. I love the quick-dry 'spackle' (nail-hole-filler) too, but remember if your paint has a 'sheen' or shiny-finish -to prime each nail-filled spot after sanding or they will show through the final finish. thanks for your attention to detail - i really learned a lot