The Monster Gets New Scales! Slim's Cabin Fixer Upper Part 11

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Жыл бұрын

It's been over two months since my last cabin renovation update, so time to fill my viewers in to the latest progress. I add a loft window and change out two others. There's one last section of rot to repair, and finally add a little siding. Starting to look good!
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@ernestpaul2484 Жыл бұрын

Slim, in regard to the running cost so far, you had said "it's getting up there". The cost of peace and freedom to enjoy your life is priceless. You have given so much to the viewer with your videos since the beginning, you are more than deserving of a place to basically kickback and enjoy the view of the changing seasons in comfort when not traveling. Excellent outside of the box thinking and construction skills.

@WeirdSeagul Жыл бұрын

also in todays economy $10k USD is not a massive amount when it comes to home renovations especially if you think there has been structural repairs, etc.

@larryboyle1249 Жыл бұрын

I tried that “priceless” argument with my wife.

@albertarose1433 Жыл бұрын

I call it “time to cash in some of your chips” Slim. Really nice job on your home away from home. 👍🏻

@connerbirt1927 Жыл бұрын

Not to mention, the value of his property, when complete, is going to be worth far more than what he bought it for & what he has put into it. Definitely a great investment beyond just the priceless aspect. All around good purchase.

@glen6276 Жыл бұрын

I arrived years ago for the A frame videos, but am really enjoying the cabin renovations. It’s amazing what you get done by just getting on with it. Great job Slim. Keep up the good work

@avlisk Жыл бұрын

Me, too. I subbed for the travel videos. But this cabin restoration has become my favorite series from Slim P.

@kathyadair7367 Жыл бұрын

Same here

@Carole.P Жыл бұрын

Ditto 🌈

@virginiatolles1664 Жыл бұрын

Now, that's a cabin! The shingles and trim boards look fantastic, especially with the green roof. Your thrifty acquisitions are adding so much personality. This is fantastic!

@FatalChaz33 Жыл бұрын

Coming from a family who'd slap things like this together I enjoy watching Slim because he does it right!

@mrben6573 Жыл бұрын

I knew your cabin would look good when it was fixed up. But it's looking WAY better than I thought it would. It's looking amazing. Anyone that says it's taking too long is crazy. You've had to deal with serious foundation problems, a carpenter ant infestation, rot in a dozen places, and you've completely reconfigured the interior, you've turned the loft into usable space, the structure is hugely improved from when you bought it. It's going to be amazing.

@lizp.9513 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. It's looking fabulous! He's done a great job abd it's been so interesting and informative to watch.

@judyhead3502 Жыл бұрын

Just to remind you that the longer it takes you to finish your cabin, the more content and videos we will have to enjoy! I think you have done a marvelous job!

@garyjones1525 Жыл бұрын

Slim, I'm an adjuster and I've seen countless vinyl windows, like the one on the back elevation, leak at the top and damage the interior. To help prevent that, run a caulk of clear silicon sealant in the drip rail on the top of the window.

@noahcount7132 Жыл бұрын

Slim, your restoration of the cabin seems more like a transformation to me. Whatever the correct terminology may be, it's impressive!

@justacuppajoe Жыл бұрын

Slim, no excuses needed. Your doing a spectacular job! Also, don't think for a moment that I didn't spot you had the sense to wrap the house before you finally installed the windows. Nicely done sir! :)

@debra-vs Жыл бұрын

I am not surprised that it’s taking you so long, Slim, since you’re working alone, on a budget, and also traveling, filming and editing. I’m impressed with how much you’ve accomplished, actually. ✨ I love how the cabin is looking on the outside so far. The trim color is cheerful and the shingle siding is perfect. ✨ Are you going to put a window on the other side of the loft? Cross ventilation is wonderful in the summer and you can add fans to push hot air outside in the hottest months. I lived without AC until late in my teens. I learned all about air flow and using fans to keep cool.😅

@NarleyAdventures Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍, Personally I think you are doing heck of a job on the cabin Slim! And there is nothing "easy" about any of it.

@Gail-gf7km Жыл бұрын

Such a pleasure to watch the progress on your cabin! As regards the slow pace, you are not punching anybody’s time clock but your own. One of the true pleasures of life is when the only one you have to please is yourself.

@johnnylightning1491 Жыл бұрын

Having rehabbed 10 apartments I can attest that rehabbing any building takes a very long time, longer than you ever dreamed it would take. Keep the good stuff coming Slim.

@allenh7835 Жыл бұрын

🎯 For many, it's a ongoing, lifelong project.

@jaimetarne9436 Жыл бұрын

The time it takes to restore a cabin, is the time it takes. You are doing amazing.

@garczar5712 Жыл бұрын

Great video Slim! I can't wait to see the siding when it's completed!! Looks good so far!

@judyabernathy80 Жыл бұрын

What a man!!! You are pure genius at building. Everything you do is well thought out and very neatly done. Can’t say enough good about you, Slim!! ♥️🙏🏼♥️

@lisantica842 Жыл бұрын

I love the cabin series! Can't believe it's been a year and I'm in for however long it takes.

@shawneeb3771 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing place this is going to be when you finish. I think just relaxing on the back patio and looking out over the lake is going to make a lot of great memories. You have some really good ideas for the inside and can't wait till it's done. Thanks for sharing.

@tubularap Жыл бұрын

How one man's hard working can be so relaxing for others to watch. I enjoy seeing Slim's cabin restoration ànd his travel videos. Best of both worlds.

@marcericdavis Жыл бұрын

With the base trim you are using I really think a piece piece of Z flashings would have been a good idea. Tyvek is not meant to keep water out every time it rains. It's meant to allow moisture out of the structure while keeping drafts from blowing in. I think you will end up with rot along the front wall in a couple years. Pull that trim board loose and you can work the Z flashing up under the shingles. Fun to watch the cabin come together. Keep up the good work.

@iivaridark6850 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same, the low end of the shingle is against the trim board and might cause the shingle staying wet too long. An easy repair though I think.

@staceytroffer8287 Жыл бұрын

I am a gardener, and the one thing I can tell you is WATER. In average heat (70 - 80 degrees) water every 3rd day, 80-90 degrees water every other day, 90 degrees and up EVERY DAY. Keep in mind, lots of water also may mean to up the food requirement - add compost or organic feed to your plants. I generally do to my food bearing plants every 2 weeks. My floral and fancy trees and such - 1x a month.

@miltonpomales5405 Жыл бұрын

Slim, sometimes, is not just the house project, is the enjoyment of it and the sense of accomplishment. The cabin is looking pretty good!!! Keep it up!!!

@kathyadair7367 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your travel videos, but I love this cabin series. Seeing you transform this old cabin is my absolute favorite.

@rickanderson11 Жыл бұрын

That tired and broken down old cabin is turning into what we can now see will be a beautiful lake home! Keep going and enjoying, Slim!! So glad you are sharing all this AND your travels as well. I've rehabbed a few old broken down places when I was younger, so I love this kind of stuff. Tons of work but worth it for the end result...

@ladydi1875 Жыл бұрын

I love the wooden shingles they look great and you did a good job installing them! I like the paint color too and the new smaller windows look charming! Can't wait for the interior to be completed. The place already looks so much better. Give yourself a pat on the back from me!

@carmenreed2260 11 ай бұрын

I'm not a builder/contractor/construction professional but I must say...I find the sound of traditional hammering comforting and satisfying....❤❤❤

@mandydavidson6694 Жыл бұрын

I'm loving every step on your cabin home. It is looking good Slim. Doing things right, takes time. It's a a joy to watch. Thank you 💫

@bullseyenot Жыл бұрын

Looking good, Slim! As a no nuttin sidewalk superintendent I'd like to point out a possible issue with the siding job. I am concerned the base trim board will serve as a dam and cause water to collect and rot the lower sheathing and framing. Maybe the easiest repair would be to remove the trim install a Z flashing and re-install. As I said a no nuttin here but that is the way I see it. Good luck! I really enjoy you videos!

@SlimPotatohead Жыл бұрын

Hi John, the house wrap behind the trim will suffice in my opinion at least. This is a budget build after all. Perhaps a bead of silicone on top may improve if there turns out to be an issue. Thanks! SP

@SlimPotatohead Жыл бұрын

Upon looking into this further, my silicone suggestion is not a good idea. Unfortunately I cannot find any flashing for this locally. SP

@bullseyenot Жыл бұрын

@@SlimPotatohead Rot doesn't happen overnight. It should be okay for some time. Install the flashing when it becomes available and you'll be good for a long time.

@michellegoodrich7115 Жыл бұрын

I loved this, Slim! And as for the reality shows, I'm pretty sure they also have scaffolding and don't have to go up and down a ladder 2300 times! You, sir, are a genius! Your work is inspiring. And the cabin is already a sight to behold! In a good way!

@mullins_zone Жыл бұрын

I think it’s so cool that you are restoring this cabin. And all by yourself. Wow! I am majorly impressed.

@CampMymy Жыл бұрын

I just love watching the cabin videos. I know it’s a lot of work but what a huge accomplishment! And it’s amazing that you are doing so much on your own.

@peatdeloosha2463 Жыл бұрын

Those shingles along with the trim and roof color look stellar. I wasn't sure about that horizon sun but once it went up it all came together. What a long way this cabin has come.

@suerop Жыл бұрын

I'm loving this project. And I'm glad you're still traveling. You know what you want, and when you want to work on it. You also know when you need a break for traveling. I enjoy your commentary on the places you go. Keep asking others for ideas as to where to visit. It's working for you. And us! Thanks, Slim

@echomoon3381 Жыл бұрын

WOW! Your doing a great job. I'm kind of surprised that people think you are taking so long or too long. You're just one person doing all the work. I guess they forget that it's not a race or competition. For what all you're doing is fantastic. And for all that work you're putting in, that little cabin is going to be a jewel!

@Oceangirl326 Жыл бұрын

These blogs about your cabin are so interesting. You make due. I’m sure when you finish your cabin will be comfortable.

@FishMH Жыл бұрын

That was a most excellent knot hack !!! Your home is really blossoming into a work of art as the deer in the opening framed pawed (or hooved).On the road or into the woods you can't be stopped. Thanks

@donnamount151 Жыл бұрын

I put a window in my shower...I love to see the birds while I am in the shower...put in a bird feeder, a honey bird feeder abd etc...makes me happy

@cstacey9163 Жыл бұрын

You’ve done an amazing job and managed to get some traveling time in - I’m impressed. Those home improvement shows are bs - you are the real deal !

@doncarlton4858 Жыл бұрын

Wow! For a guy that never put up singles before, you did a bang-up job! I know exactly how much time this takes as I have a 140 YO house and because I'm on a fixed income, I do most of the work myself. Great work Slim! Can't wait to se more progress!

@joshuabennett9534 Жыл бұрын

Slim you need to host a show on public broadcasting you're so calming and informative.

@petekeener8943 2 ай бұрын

Having bought and flipped several old houses and learning as I went too, I completely understand why what you think will take a couple months will end up half or most of a year!!! Have gotten hooked on watching all of your cabin restoration films!!

@starryvoyage6795 Жыл бұрын

You do beautiful work, Slim. Really enjoy seeing the work on the cabin, and the gorgeous deck!

@allenh7835 Жыл бұрын

I have to give Slim credit. His fabrication/problem solving ability is pretty amazing.

@ireneirene7527 Жыл бұрын

Great work! The process of doing something seems more interesting than the final result. So take your time so we can enjoy more videos!

@rhondalyn100 Жыл бұрын

Whoa, Slim! You are getting FRISKY with that cool music to work by! Love it! 🙂

@bikingal4283 Жыл бұрын

OMG don't believe for a minute that it's "taking too long" or you're going too slow... in the time it took me to fold one basket of clothes you put up some shingles, removed windows, replaced windows, removed rotten wood and replaced... filled holes in wood... put up trim and painted it... you exhaust me just watching you... and it was all I could do to get that one basket done... Slim, your workmanship is sooooo good, it shows and it doesn't need to be rushed... we are loving every minute of this huge venture of your's... and sooooo impressed as well

@maryj1754 Жыл бұрын

Your making great strides on the cabin. Excellent job. You are truly an inspiration.

@Rosecamper Жыл бұрын

I was thinking when I started watching that you were much further along on the cabin than I expected given your travels over the summer. Amazing video!

@frey28 Жыл бұрын

I'm actually surprised how fast your making progress on the cabin. I do diy myself and can appreciate your work. Great job 👍

@lorac5539 Жыл бұрын

The cabin is looking wonderful - great to see the restoration progress - great work👏

@nooneson1 Жыл бұрын

The color of the trim and siding look amazing. Love it great job

@michellebevans3847 Жыл бұрын

It's been an amazing transformation so far. I'm really loving the siding! Really excited to see what you are going to do inside! Keep up the great work and thanks for another fantastic video Slim!

@kellyb5980 Жыл бұрын

You’re doing a great job keeping the budget down. I know from your perspective it’s getting up there but you’re being creative about where you’re getting supplies from and doing so much yourself. Too long to get it done, no way you’ve taken those needed travel breaks and again doing all the work yourself!

@suesmith4325 Жыл бұрын

I flipped over your $20 window. Oh, how I love a good bargain and you are an A+ bargain hunter. I am really enjoying every minute of your renovation and I would never ask why it is taking you so long because to me it feels like you just started. I hope you don't hurry. The wood shingles look so nice.

@user-vi1jt7ho3e Жыл бұрын

I am amazed at what you have accomplished without any help! Enjoying your travels, as well as your cabin Renos! Keep them coming please!

@jennyleef1775 Жыл бұрын

It's coming along nicely. I love the shingles for the walls.

@valeriechaffins4638 Жыл бұрын

The only person that has skin in the game for your time line, is you! I think you are doing an amazing job and hadn’t really considered the time you’ve put in as being relevant to the viewer. A one man job will be done when it’s done. I just love watching your ingenuity and process. Simply amazing work and videos. Thanks for taking us along. 😊

@janohare916 Жыл бұрын

Hi Slim, really like your trim color and everything else you are doing. I think you have made great progress, and with well-thought-out decisions to boot. Your cabin is being transformed.

@RRyan-pq5xd Жыл бұрын

Slim...you're making fine progress and I'm surprised that you've accomplished so much. Congrats! the cabin looks great and I like the shingles, a good look.

@LynneFarr Жыл бұрын

I know absolutely nothing about remodeling and construction. But I really do enjoy watching what you are doing. It's almost as great as your marvelous nature photography!

@kylecormier9930 Жыл бұрын

This was such an inspirational video. I love the progress you have made and how you are not afraid to try something you've never done before. Well done.

@shadowman2469 Жыл бұрын

I love the Cabin series! Take your time and as many breaks as you need as long as you take us for the next part! Good work and saty healthy!

@pernels.thyseldew2157 Жыл бұрын

Take as long as you like, working alone is tough! I love the cabin videos, Slim!

@ladybug128 Жыл бұрын

I love these renovation videos. You are so methodical the way you approach each task. It’s almost like watching an episode of MacGyver. While it is a long process the changes you are making are very nice. I really like the color selection of the exterior trim and shingles. I can’t wait to see the end product. Good luck and keep these videos coming.

@suzyhayden8643 Жыл бұрын

Totally amazed at the repair of the knot on the edge of the board!!! You are ... well.. just plain amazing in your attention to detail and ingenuity to get the job done!!

@roymichael851 Жыл бұрын

Amazing work Slim, so interesting and inspiring to see you tackle these projects. Wish there were more people like you in the world...

@theShamrockShepherdWagon Жыл бұрын

The cabin is starting to look amazing, Slim. Good job!

@susanstrickland6774 Жыл бұрын

That's such a neat cabin, in a beautiful area. I'm proud of you for bringing the cabin back to life. We redid a two story 1927 house. We did have a crew do the roof. It was work, lol. Not like the TV fixup shows. So I can appreciate all you're doing there. I love that you recycle, we did too. Nice find on the windows. You're going to have a gem there. It doesn't matter how long it takes once the outside is buttoned up, you need breaks. You're doing a great job!! 🙂👍👍👍

@lisak6226 Жыл бұрын

You’re absolutely right about people and their conception when it comes to getting major improvements done. Our cabin took us 14 years to refurbish, 3 or 4 months at a time. That’s inside and outside, I’m so impressed with your progress!!

@SarahWRah Жыл бұрын

Such an amazing job (single-handed!) on a worthy project...thanks for taking us along for the ride.

@betsyscales1066 Жыл бұрын

Here in the U.S., my husband and I have been using Kilz paint for decades. It's a good "blocker" undercoat paint. Years ago, after minor basement flooding, we had some black mold growth. We cleaned the mold off the wood, let it dry and painted it with Kilz. No more mold growth where we used the Kilz. Definitely recommend it!

@dangerdavefreestyle Жыл бұрын

The music reminds me of those home improvement store commercials for the "man who gets things done"

@sheilajoseph9953 Жыл бұрын

Wow cabin looking good. Love the shingles. Its rewarding recycling materials. Shows how inventive and adaptable you are.

@user-cm6gh6sf3y Ай бұрын

Watching reruns of your cabin renos..love the enthusiasm..I would be so overwhelmed with those renos..great job though. Looks homey 😊

@elainemcintyre4407 Жыл бұрын

Slim,your making terrific progress. I like tuning in every few weeks to see where you are at in the rebuild and on the road. You know all work & no play makes for a cranky man! So you need to go fishing every now & then,so stay safe Elaine from Queensland Australia.

@SlimPotatohead Жыл бұрын

I don't fish. Can I club baby seals instead? Joking of course, you should know my love of wildlife. SP

@karenebarker9244 Жыл бұрын

Slim, this video like all of your others, is so inspiring and entertaining! Your choice of music made me smile too! Love watching the progress on the cabin interwoven with your travel videos. Always a pleasure when I see a new video pop up from you. Happy Autumn 🧡

@JT-py9lv Жыл бұрын

The shingles will have more "character" than the higher quality. Looks good !

@jeffm.5439 Жыл бұрын

Little late in commenting on this video. Love the cabin build videos so much. One of the really neat things about you sir is that you don't think of yourself as infallible. You do your research and then set out on each particular goal trying your very best and knowing you are going to make mistakes. You recognize you are not a professional so you don't hold yourself to a professional's standards. If you make a mistake, as even pros do, you think about it and come up with the best fix you can think of. Bravo sir!

@ftkinsella Жыл бұрын

Slim, I think you have done a heck of a lot so far. And by yourself. The old place is slowly coming along. Nice work my friend. Cheers!!!

@shelbyonehalf Жыл бұрын

It's looking great. I love the cabin reno videos. I can't wait to see the next one.

@carolynnkaster9457 Жыл бұрын

Wow! You are so talented! I can imagine how beautiful the finished cabin will be. You have a flair of artist in you.

@Phscydin Жыл бұрын

Nice update Slim. Filming a task adds a lot of time. Slow and steady wins the race!! All the best!

@mikerothschiller7128 Жыл бұрын

Nice job Slim. You do one job, move on to the next as needed & you do it one time. Keep moving forward. Looks like you were ready for the hurricane.

@MrZyptuous Жыл бұрын

Slim, this cabin is going to look wonderful! It is really coming together. Looking forward to seeing the progress. Greetings from Nashville, Tennessee.

@susanpremo8068 Жыл бұрын

Wow, such a great job, we have a friend that reupholstered her couch, we had to ask where her mistakes were, she did such a good job. I grew potatoes in a bin on the side yard , they came from whole potatoes from the nearby co-op, just cut the eyes and planted them, came back from camping for most of spring/summer and was quite surprised by the amount of them, they did really well. Your blueberry bushes may take up to 3 years to really produce for you. Your cabin is going great guns if you ask me. It's really amazing what you can get done on your own! Truly beautiful!

@boufd2008 Жыл бұрын

I love how you synced up the hammering with the sound Trac....genius!! Great vid . I love the build series. The cabin will be awesome.

@annbarron5874 Жыл бұрын

Your imagination and workmanship astounds me.

@metaglypto Жыл бұрын

Pine straw contains a natural herbicide. Okay to use as a mulch, but not as a soil amendment.

@SlimPotatohead Жыл бұрын

Perhaps you saw the pine needles in the carrot bucket? They weren't put there, they fell there. I used rotted logs for mulch. Thanks! SP

@metaglypto Жыл бұрын

@@SlimPotatohead Yes I did. I thought I remembered you mixing pine straw in with your compost too.Rotten logs are a decent soil amendment, but needs more nitrogen, like maybe some chicken manure, grass clippings or deciduous leaves.

@bodgerliz5138 Жыл бұрын

The cabin is looking good, Slim.

@todddunn945 Жыл бұрын

That shingled wall looks great. The new windows are an improvement. The mis match in the windows makes the cabin eclectic.

@SheDevilAdventures Жыл бұрын

The cabin is coming along quite nicely. I have been enjoying this series.

@danielsweeney6742 Жыл бұрын

Slim I think at this point I think you need to get a air gun for the shingles. You have a lot to put on. Using a hammer will take forever. Plus, painting the shingles would be easier with a sprayer.

@GHE2005 Жыл бұрын

Slim by now you must have a body of a iron. You r moving fast in my opinion, Theres a lot of unforeseen improvement that make it even more work than expected. Great shingle work, looks really nice. It's transforming into a home. 😊

@AlexC-ed1yy Жыл бұрын

The cabin renovations are my favorite videos, Slim. They are so inspiring and I'm amazed at the work you are doing!!!!

@workphone711 Жыл бұрын

That loft window will be nice come summertime, allowing warm air out and drawing cool air in on the lower windows.

@dingo5208 Жыл бұрын

Atta boy Slim! You deserve a diy POB (pat on the back), with no formal training you're transforming your shack into a home!

@g.l.3009 Жыл бұрын

I thought this project would be fun; and it is! Thanks for sharing your progress. Kinda might be nice if that old screen door could saved, to be reinstalled with spring loaded hinges and diagonal wire bracing reminiscent of the oldie days...I'm hearing that comforting sound that opening, and closing would be! This is all been great to watch.