Well the body is a tad sore after this one.. 😅 What do you reckon? Should I paint the cabinets?

Hey, Max. First off, give Occy a massive cuddle from me. I'm a 47 year old man, about to go through divorce. I'm currently doing up my van to travel around, primarily Queensland first. Just wanted to say thank you for your videos, you've given so much insight and hope for my dreams that will enable me to find myself again. Going through things is hard, but I now know my dream. Respect to you, and thanks Max x

Girlfriend? That makes my heart happy for you Max. You're like an adopted son to me as I've been watching you for a long long time. Enjoy your friends and love the kitchen!

Love the juxtaposition of Max working his behind off & Occy just gently taking it all in stride, totally relaxed for great moral support.

Maybe you could make a little wash station outside using the double sink? You could use it to wash your veggies, other garden related things or for messy art/ projects?

The reason ur building is taking longer is because u are doing it right, to prevent problems in the future, time well spend.. Occy is so helpful.. LOL!!! And your property is so beautiful, remember you wake up to that each day.. You’re doing great Max…

I’ve been married to my adorable husband for nearly 20 wonderful years and we have lived in our lovely home for 17 of those. HOWEVER I STILL DONT HAVE THE PROMISED NEW KITCHEN 😂😂. I even went through cancer treatment with the promise that after he would definitely get it done…. Nope. So I’m packing my bag and will arrive at your house in around a week. Hope that’s ok. I’ve explained to him that I’m leaving him for Ockie and an outdoor bath tub. ❤

I lost my two Aussies this March, 14 yrs old, always make time to hugg and love your Occy...cause once they are gone, you'll miss them so much. I luv your Occy...your a good daddy to him. Your home is looking so beautiful. I wish you all the happiness in the world. ❤

Can we just first of all, appreciate max? Hes like the only KZfaqr that’s THIS interactive with this fans. All of the comments I see is him liking or responding! I’ve been watching for you for years now, I love your content even if it’s just you talking to the camera to your wild adventures. I’ve had a rough couple of years either grief and mourning and honestly you’ve help me so much with it just from you being you. You might not see this and that’s fine, you can’t comment and see every single comment, you’d be here for weeks! lol I love you and occy, hope the best for you and your new girlfriend too! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

OMG! Amazing! Now please go have some fun.

Max, it looks beautiful! Can't believe you found a kitchen for $500 that fits that well! I vote you paint the cabinets a beautiful sage green :)

Dishwasher against the wall would be more functional. Plumbing in the wall and the stove can face the room so you can chat with visitors while cooking!

Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable and share your journey with mental health struggles. I work as a mental health therapist and I appreciate you using your platform to show that it’s ok to not always be ok. Many people who need help don’t access support because of the stigmas and this helps move us all in the right direction. I came for your rainforest build and I stay for your kindness and bravery.

"Look at the indignity of this. This is my longest leftover piece -- a thumb's width short. Damn you, missing kicker!" This is why we love you so much, Max.

Max, I have been following your journey since you and Lee were traveling down Mexico (and beyond). I was compelled to comment while watching you talk about betterhelp and your journey. As a survivor of suicide, I was shaken to my core by the loss of Lee. I have been cheering you on as you have moved through the stages of grief and recovery. I just wanted to take a minute to commend your continued perseverance and your honesty about mental health and your struggles and growth. Sharing this journey is powerful and worthwhile. I am so grateful for you. Keep moving forward, you inspire so many. Cheers, Theo

I love that you reused kitchen cabinetry and especially the carcasses! I did the same (with the help of my amazing builder) with my last kitchen and it saved so much money! It meant I could spend a little bit on a new tiled splash back and new benchtops. I pulled of the old vinyl wrap from the doors and fronts and sanded, etched primed and painted all the fronts and they looked AMAZING. All up it cost my $4500 in total, even paying my builder for the tiling, some cabinetry reconstruction, new benchtops and all the paint that I bought. Even got beautiful actual mid century timber doorknobs from a little old timber place that I sanded and varnished myself a bunch of times so that they were beautiful. I’m always so horrified now when people pull out cabinetry and then spend $20K on a brand new kitchen with new cabinetry. They could totally at least use the carcasses and save so much money!

I love how the place is coming together. It's great to see your work ethic and consistency while still taking time to enjoy things and not completely burn yourself out. Plus, Occy is the best helper ever (or at least the cutest)!

Nice. Now all you need is a cover for the back of the dishwasher and you’re golden.

I love how we’re all sitting in bed watching Max go absolutely ham on these massive projects! And the sped up parts make it look so easy lol 😂 Thank you for bringing us along.

Max, there is nothing you can't do. Can definitely tell your mood has brightened, and you are now finding far more humor in these situations. Have a nice break!

The kitchen looks amazing. You did a wonderful work. Enjoy your time away with your girlfriend and friends, you deserve the break after this. Hugs from Montreal

Max, been watching you for years, since the beginning of Max and Lee. For some reason your chill Aussie vibe just keeps bringing me back to follow your adventures! From that original van life group, Aubrey and Christian are doing other things, and I don't watch Trent and Allie or Eamon and Bec nearly as regularly as I do Max and Occy! Keep spreading kindness and positivity, my friend.

I'd have put the dish washer next to the sink to cut down on plumbing. Your kitchen , your design. You know what works for you and how you work. Flow is everything.

Thank-you for showing folks how fantastic a re-purposed kitchen can look, and you built it in such a short time!! Bravo!

What a treat! You did it again. So much room for activities 🤩 I suspect they’ll be some hearty meals coming your way soon Max. Have fun away from the camera ✌🏻

I'm always so happy to see your furry helper playing his part (snoozing!!) :) great job, Max! And, did you say 'girlfriend'!!?? 😍 Happy for ya, Max & Occy!

Gotta love Occy, never too far away from dad. The expressions on Occys face are just adorable, such a difference, amazing.

Oh my gosh. Your Bob shirt. I love it. I just watched Eamon & Bec and they asked "Where's Bob" so many times. Your home just keeps getting better!

There is nothing quite as beautiful as an old dogs wisdoms - Thank you Occy & Max for sharing so much love & light

18:14 - bless you The kitchen is incredible. Congratulations on completing yet another beautiful project for less!

Dammmmmmn Max, The kitchen looks incredible!!! And having a bigger kitchen than you were thinking, I think for you will work much better, because you have friends coming over frequently. And when you go out of town and have friends come over and house or Occy sit, it will just make the space so much more functional and enjoyable all around! IT LOOKS INCREDIBLE!!!!! And...did the dishwasher work? Or is that why you didn't show it not working? Either way, you should feel like a thief for getting that kitchen for $500 because that is a total steal. Thank You to the homeowners who put the kitchen up for sale/just remove. I'm actually blown away how the modulars all fit so perfectly into the space, except the one for the sink, but that's nothing huge for how the rest worked out. It looks like it was actually designed for your space. Oh, Keep the wood grain look on the cabinets, it really gives the kitchen its own personality. It looks incredible just the way it is. Great Work Max!!!!! And it looks like it's got Occy's approval to. Hey, a small addition you could make to one of the cabinet's. Crystal and Jazmin have Doggie Drawers for Izzy and Bella's food and water bowls in the bottom of one of their cabinets at the cottage. An addition like that for Occy's food and water dishes would be good for Occy physically, and good for you keeping the floor free of things on it. The cabinet modular at the end on the side with the dishwasher would be a perfect place for the Doggy Drawer? You could put a permanent shelf above it, which would be the perfect place to keep Occy's food. And ummmmmm Max, Girlfriend? Seems someones been keeping a secret, which is great to hear about. Can't wait to meet her on your next vid. Cheers Max, So Happy that you're heart has healed that much and you are getting back to a better place mate. Matt - Toronto, Canada

"I got greedy with two sinks! You don't need two sinks!" dying laughing here. This project is coming together so nicely! Fine work, Max!

I’m sure Occy gets lots of your time and attention but he must be fed up with the constant noise and dust and movement. And I don’t know how you do it, I’m exhausted watching you. Good job mate. The kitchen is 💯👍🤩👏🤩🇨🇦

I would paint the cupboards - refreshes them and then you create a kitchen in the colours of your own choice

I love Occy's response to all you do...."I'll just sit this one out" 😂❤ Beautiful kitchen job!! It changes the look of the whole room 🎉❤🎉

I get such a giggle outta Occy practicing his zen ommmmm while daddy is working his butt off! Two charming dudes from down unda 🇨🇦🥰👵👋

If you went through all that hard work to get this amazing kitchen, go all the way and paint it up to make it all your own! Great job Max and great job Occy as supervisor. 😆

Max, you & Occy are the hardest working duo ever!!! Your kitchen is magnificent & you should be so proud! Enjoy your company & rest up, you deserve it! 🤗

The ‘Scottie Doesn’t Know’ clip kills me every time. 😂😂😂

“Bloody hell, you guys stop watching” 😆 You need to build an extension with about 10 extra rooms. Looks like a bunch of us want to come live with you. I’m old but I’m not afraid of tools or spiders lol. As usual, everything is looking great Max. Occy told me to tell you Happy Father’s Day, you’re the best dad ever. ♥️🐾👣🐾♥️ 🌻🐝🧡

That kitchen was a Godsend! So so perfect for your home! 🎉

Wow! I keep saying that every time I finish watching your videos. Are you for hire? You are renovation goals x5000! I am so impressed with how much you were able to do and your skills. How did you learn all this Max? Have you been moonlighting construction and carpentry while surfing and van life'ing? You're crazy good! Thank you for keeping the things that went wrong in the video. It helps me when I get frustrated with my own double-sink in a single sink moment. Cheers! to your motivation and ingenuity.

What do you need a dishwasher for?? And yes, in a kitchen you DO need 2 sinks!

Who would've thunk it? The before and after tells all. Your socks are a real kick. I love the landscape where you live. Part jungle full beauty. It came out looking better than professional. I'm partial to the oiled wood look. Mostly it's veneers here where I live. Nothing like solid wood that says quality. I have fallen in love with your special black and white child. He is beyond fuzzy adorable! Besides your wonderful outdoor bathtub you ..... handled yourself quite well in the kitchen. On the positive, The way you allow your true side to shine is by not editing out your mistakes. We as viewers can better connect with you because you present yourself as a real human being somewhat less than perfect such as ourselves. What more can I say but keep up the great work. I'll keep coming back. A cyber friend, Me southern AZ. (USA)

Oh my golly gosh, you knocked it out the ball park, your reno, is so real, your mistakes and improvisation, is next level and so relate bless, im proud of you and for you, go Max and occy ❤❤❤

The kitchen looks great. Such a major difference. Occy is a good supervisor. He just needs a little flashy vest and a hard hat lol 🙂🐾💗🙃

In a little house for 1 or 2, I'd have passed on the old dishwasher, and have another cabinet instead.

I love the end result, especially the sink! I wouldn't paint, but then, they may not match the floor so well. Great job Max! Go have fun!!

Oh wow! That is absolutely fantastic especially for the price! You worked so hard. It’s difficult doing it alone. Kudos!😊

The weather is so bad in England at the moment that I keep thinking it is winter here and summer where you are. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I can’t get it into my head that it is summer here.

Hugs to Occy- so many of my KZfaq content ppl are going through “ stuff” - Blue passing, which is heartbreaking, Eamon and Becs journey, super inspiring and heartbreaking. Keep it up Max. You are a blessing to the KZfaq community:)

I just want to say that I love what you did with the kitchen. It was undoubtedly a lot of hard work but it looks truly amazing!!! Give Occy a great big cuddle from me and take care of yourself.

Occy's expression at the opening of the vlog was saying, 'what the hell's he doing now?' all with a big sigh. The result was a proper, 'wow', reaction from me Max and yes to painting the cabinets. Enjoy your much deserved break and catching up with your girlfriend. Till next time. xx

Max, I'm excited to see the 4 wheel drive adventure. The kitchen is coming together nicely. You always find the best deals to renovate your cabin. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. WoW! The kitchen came out beautiful!

God Bless You , Max & Occy .Wow ! your Kitchen Renovation , was Incredible for $ 500. In Cabnitery .😊 The final outcome looks Gorgeous. So Functional , the Color So Lovely ❤.Kudos ! for this project.Max your Patence & Endurance to see a Project till the end in a least ammount of time is Truly Amazing ! It was Funny to see your hair " Messy "😂 😊 .It All Comes with the Hard Work.Any Trip having Fun with Occy is Great.🐕🐶🥰 Blessings to you Both ❤ along family & loved ones .Enjoy your Friends.Looking Forward to you next Video.Amen ! 🙏💖🙏😇 ❤ 🤗 🐶 😍

Wow! What a transformation!!! Your house is looking more like a home every day ❤

Occys face on the sofa is me while watching my husband diy anything around the house😂

Kitchen looks amazing and Occy’s expressions are priceless. Have a great time!

Good on you Max!!! You must be one of the hardest working guys I've ever seen!!! Bravo!!! 👏👏👏 May all your efforts bring you so much happiness!!!

We did exactly this in our 2nd house an old boss of mine was having a new kitchen I joked I’d actually like one! Mine was 2 cupboards and base cupboard so we took it away ! Completely changed the Look in house

Love a man with SKILLS!!!!!!❤

Occy snoozing on the couch in the sunlight is everything!!

Looks amazing! Those cabinets looked like oak? If you are not 100% happy with the finish you can always paint them and add new hardware,. Not that they don’t already look great ! Going to miss seeing you and Occy but hope you have a wonderful time!

Best part of Sunday morning Max & Occy 🐾 🐾. Love all the work you've done to the cabin ❤

So nice to see you guys ❤️ 🙏🏽 😊

Max... i boight a 1 and 1/2 bowl sink... my plumber cut the wall of the cupboard and he MADE it fit....i was so grateful to him 🙂

9:27 was seriously fearing crocodile, lol Max is like a 'brother by association' and Occy, well he's everyone favourite nephew! Great job Max! Love from Newfoundland Canada from myself and Nugget!

Oh wow, as an obsessional cleaner I am soooo happy you cleaned the kitchen!!!!!! Nice episode Max.

dishwasher would work best next to the sink I think.

Back in the van adventure, definitely. More familiar and comfortable for Occy 💚. And, WOW that kitchen looks better than before 😅!

Hi give that gorgeous fur ball a cuddle from wa u r doing a great job on the cabin ur property is stunning look after after urself and fur baby xx

That is an amazing price for that kitchen!! Such a transformation. Such hard work. You did excellent work. Save the kicker for when you build your bathroom. You'll have a little work already done.

I’m glad I’m not the only one who sometimes makes their life more complicated by misplacing things ❤️🙏 😂😂 You’re doing an incredible job with the kitchen, just like everything else! You never cease to amaze me ❤️❤️❤️💋

I feel you on every part of this video. I am 50+ year old finishing the inside of a tiny house on wheels on my own. I have never told as many inanimate objects to F all the way off in my life. It's a tiny house and everything seems to be 'just' out of reach. I feel ALL of this. (oh, and every bone in my elderly body is screaming).

First: Gorgeous find on the market place! Great work!!! Second: Occy: star of the show with his supervisor skills 😊

Paint the cabinets! I never say that, but I think would really good. Great job on the kitchen. I vote beach trip. Some surfing videos would be awesome ❤ enjoy yourself!

I just had a thought - you should paint your storage container with epoxy paint to protect it and make it pretty! Check out what Tyler and Todd have done with their bathroom and utility container storage container builds, pretty nice looking :)

Great job on the kitchen you can build anything. Enjoy your well earned break away. I look forward to see what else you’ll be doing.

It is amazing what you can do on a budget! Well done young man!

Bob is helping Eamon,Bec,and little Frankie redo their backyard!!

You NEVER cease to amaze me with your tenacity, determination & hard work. I absolutely LOVE watching your videos. And of course, seeing OCCY AIRWAYS warms my❤.

Very smart idea! Those are beautiful cabinets. Such a deal!

Great job on the kitchen Maxx. Enjoy your time with your friends. Look forward to your next video .

Enjoy the break Max - I'm loving being with you on this journey - all the way from London! And yes, paint the cabinets, if you can, remover or square the curve mouldings and paint - pale green would work weill with your interior

The kitchen looks amazing! Good job 😊 Will miss you until you're back. Safe travels. ❤

Just found your account this week, binge watched your journey from when you got your land and have been so keen to see you start on your kitchen. So happy the video is here 🎉

Renovation circularity at its best. 🏆 Are you planning to have a portable stovetop plugged in for boiling and frying? Have a fab break with your gf and guests, you deserve it!

I will watch whatever you post ..........................WOOOOOOOOO

I admire your tenacity with this project. Frugal too!

Go Max go!! So awesome, so proud of you, so resourceful!😍

Proud of you Max. You did a fantastic job on your kitchen. Congratulations! Hugs to you and Occy.

Crazy how much more productive we can be with short deadlines!

Love the new kitchen! Enjoy those home cooked meals. I think you should take a fun 4x4 trip. Not that you need another project; but, every time I see your bathtub I think, "Max really needs to make a beautiful wood/teak plank style cover for the tub." This would keep the tub clean and make for a nice table when you are not soaking. Have an amazing visit with your friends.

I look forward to every posting of your journey. Awesome to see your choices have brought you happiness and serenity 🌞

Dish washers usually go next to the sink...😳

Max, you did such an amazing job installing that Kitchen! Just Beautiful! Love it! Hugs to Occy! 🌟😘

That kitchen looks like it was made for your place. You did a fantastic job fitting it into your home. You should be very proud of your hard work. Have a great time relaxing with your girlfriend and friends. I look forward to your next project

Good job Max, so happy you have someone to share it with!

Well done……enjoy and be present for your down time. It is well earned.

What a great job you have done Max. You must be proud of your own work. Plenty of good meals to be cooked up there now! You’ll appreciate all that extra bench space.