I drove by your shop in Dayton a few days ago to show my wife what I have been watching on CZcams. I worked in Dayton as an Ironworker for 33 years and went by your building many times. You have done an amazing job bringing the the old building back to life. Keep the videos coming and I will keep watching.
Fits like a glove! Not going to lie. I'm experiencing some wood envy! Quarter sawn white oak is one of the most beautiful materials to use. Thanks for posting this.
That was really interesting how you added that epoxy to the back to get a straight line next to the wall. Looks so nice, but everything you do comes out nice. Thank you for sharing.
@@50Acres on wood your method worked. On solid surface strictly use a router . Back in the old days they would ban you from being able to buy solid surface if you use a circular saw on it. I felt the cut out. It felt nice and smooth. And it looked great.
Great video Mike, it looks great in the breakroom. I can't believe I made another appearance in a video - this must be what being a member of a celebrity's entourage must feel like. Also nice use of the Dyson as a shop vac, maybe email Dyson about a sponsored video and get some new Dysons - I'm sure Sarah would be on board with that :p
Wow! The art & science behind your projects is always amazing. I certainly enjoy watching your skills and learning. The white oak counter top turned out beautifully:)
The metal roll-out grid for the sink is to use as a drying rack over the sink, or to put over the sink as an additional counter surface. You can also use it as an over-the-sink hotpad, so if you take something out of the oven and don't have counterspace available, you can put it directly on the metal roll-out rack as an over-the-sink hotpad... or even on the counter. :) Looks gorgeous, Mike!
Wow you did a tremendous job on the sink! It was perfect! You have a lot patience. I wish I had patience like you have. I could do a lot more if I could but I have no patience here. Great job Mike!
TIL about adding epoxy to square off a slab. Templates really are the way to go. Seems like an extra step but you're absolutely right about trying to eyeball the dimensions and making a mess of the project.
another perfect job you are an awesome carpenter/mechanic and really awesome for details, your shop and the apartment are coming out great I know that working on that old building nothing was square to start with great job and video's.
Nice job with the counter top, especially the way you got it to fit in the opening. I’d recommend running a bead of clear caulk between seam of the under mounted sink and the white oak. I know you put some on the flange of the sink, but sometimes that’s not enough to keep water in the sink. Looks great 👍
I particularly liked your Cabinet template idea to be sure the countertop fits properly. I've actually notched into the drywall and other not so good practices to making a countertop fit into an old building.
That offcut for the sink could make a nice cutting board. The aesthetic 'eye' is spot on again. Great synergy with the floor. Will you use a clear sealer for the brick? tfs
Well, while I wouldn't Kill to have that counter in my kitchen, I must admit that I would be sorely tempted to maybe, oh I don't know, maim a little. Just a smidgen! Please say a big Hello to your lovely bride and that pretty dog!
@@50Acres Well, I'm not a dude. I'm a dudette! And I like to fix and build stuff. Cleaning a furnace today and picking up a thermocouple with my son. Do I know what I'm doing 🤔🙄 Well I will figure it out! 😉Wish me luck!
@@damogranheart5521 oh I am sorry! According to my YT analytics my audience is about 85% male so if I can’t tell by username I find myself making assumptions! I don’t know what I’m Doing either but usually I eventually stumble through it. Good luck and thanks for watching!
@@50Acres Well my son who fixes furnaces and things of that ilk, not the first son I mentioned, says "Mom, don't put yourself on the news in a BAD way! I'll try to be there tonight!" Just got the txt. He lives in Cokato which is Central Minnesota and I'm Twin Cities near Wisconsin border. I have a space heater so the cat and I are doing okay for now. 32°F with a windchill of 21° outside. Heat tape works!
G'day again from downunder Mike. Nice bench top, do you get the slabs at "mates rates" or pay full price ? The building is really starting to look good. Keep up the good work mate 👍
Hello Brett, he gives me a small discount I think. Not entirely sure. Depends if he is working the counter when I go in. If its one of his workers I pay full price. That slab with surfacing cost me around $550 USD with tax.
Hey brother I love your work! I work for a Fire department down in VA. We have a pretty large crew at the station (14). We are trying to find someone to build a custom table for us. I know you have a million projects but thought it might make a great video. Lemme know and we can discuss more details.
Hey Jonathon, thanks so much man. What’s your timeframe for it. I’d love to start doing some projects for people but the truth of it is I’m so swamped in this rehab project I can barely work on the cabin.
Hi Josh, regarding the Wen saw, I don't think I'd reccomend it. I have it, and I have learned to live with it's limitations but it's really not any better than a regular circular saw with a homemade track. The method of clamping is handy so if you do get it make sure to get some clamps with it. It works but it is not a precision tool. It's flaws are such that even an experienced operator can not get precision results due to design and construction weaknesses of the tool.
Love it! Can you share what materials you used for the epoxy + dye and the finish? Enjoy your vids bro, all the way back to the early vids of the cabin.
Sure the dye and the epoxy are both chill brand. They sell several different types that have varying pot times and thicknesses you can pour at once. I like it better than glaze coat brand that I can find at lowes. It’s expensive though. Around 120 for maybe 3 liters worth.
Psalm 118:8-9 King James Version 8 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. 9 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.
Believe it or not I've saved every bit of sizable scrap from all my projects dating back to the start of the cabin, I plan to do stuff like that with it one day!
I don’t remember if I even anchored it. It’s pretty heavy. If I were to, I’d probably just use two screws towards the center so it can expand and contract.
Hi George, that's an equal mix of spar urethane, boiled linseed oil and turpentine. applied over a couple coats and vigorously buffed in after the final coat.
I drove by your shop in Dayton a few days ago to show my wife what I have been watching on CZcams. I worked in Dayton as an Ironworker for 33 years and went by your building many times. You have done an amazing job bringing the the old building back to life. Keep the videos coming and I will keep watching.
Hi Ed, if you see a couple cars out back come knock on the back door and say Hi, I am usually there 3 or 4 days a week working on it.
Fits like a glove! Not going to lie. I'm experiencing some wood envy! Quarter sawn white oak is one of the most beautiful materials to use. Thanks for posting this.
I totally agree with your statement that quarter sawn oak is beautiful!
Hey Doug, I haven't done much with oak, because ash has always been so cheap, so it's been enjoyable to discover a new old wood.
Enjoy keeping up with your work restoring & improving your new shop & then your work in the cabin - it indeed keeps you hopping.
Thanks Sallie👍
That was really interesting how you added that epoxy to the back to get a straight line next to the wall. Looks so nice, but everything you do comes out nice. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much Cynthia
I love the rustic, industrial and modern look all in one.
Sweet looking set up.
Thank you!
very impressive, you made that look like your an old pro at it.. looks great.
Hey James thanks bud, what do you think about my method for cutting out the sink hole? Any pointers?
@@50Acres on wood your method worked. On solid surface strictly use a router . Back in the old days they would ban you from being able to buy solid surface if you use a circular saw on it. I felt the cut out. It felt nice and smooth. And it looked great.
The template saved the day. Nicely done!
The exposed brick looks good actually!
Thank goodness huh!
Lisa square piece that you cut out of the countertop for the sink will be nice to make a cutting board out of
I plan to use it one day for sure!
Great video Mike, it looks great in the breakroom. I can't believe I made another appearance in a video - this must be what being a member of a celebrity's entourage must feel like. Also nice use of the Dyson as a shop vac, maybe email Dyson about a sponsored video and get some new Dysons - I'm sure Sarah would be on board with that :p
Thanks for the help carrying it! Lol send me money Dyson!
The PINK Dyson was a fun surprise!
Wow! The art & science behind your projects is always amazing. I certainly enjoy watching your skills and learning. The white oak counter top turned out beautifully:)
Thank you so much!
I'm straight but man you look good! And good job with that Countertop, it looks good.
Why thank you. I style my hair by sleeping on it. Works every, well works sometimes.
The metal roll-out grid for the sink is to use as a drying rack over the sink, or to put over the sink as an additional counter surface. You can also use it as an over-the-sink hotpad, so if you take something out of the oven and don't have counterspace available, you can put it directly on the metal roll-out rack as an over-the-sink hotpad... or even on the counter. :) Looks gorgeous, Mike!
Ahh thank you!! That will be useful!
Thankyou. I was puzzled too.
@@50Acres you can have it half over the sink and half over the counter also, it doesnt need to go fully over like how you had it.
Wow you did a tremendous job on the sink! It was perfect! You have a lot patience. I wish I had patience like you have. I could do a lot more if I could but I have no patience here. Great job Mike!
Thank you David!
That place is magnificent.
Thank you!
Amazing skill you have working with wood ..❤️🇨🇦
Awesome and thanks for sharing another great job. Always enjoy your videos.
Glad you like them!
It did came out pretty good there Mike.
Job well done.
Just finished my front verandah off, roof, spouting, downpipe and painted the timber twice.
Thank you Paul, congrats on your progress!
AWESOME OUTCOME! Well, well done!
Thank you!
Nice job! Love your workmanship.
Thank you very much!
Absolutely gorgeous Mike. You're right, it's a drying rack that goes over the sink. Beautiful work as always.
Thanks Amy!
Beautiful . . . . as usual.
Thank you so much 😊
Beautiful countertop Mike.
Thank you kindly
Great work!
Stunning.
Thank you!
TIL about adding epoxy to square off a slab. Templates really are the way to go. Seems like an extra step but you're absolutely right about trying to eyeball the dimensions and making a mess of the project.
Thanks Scott hope that helps. Really glad I templated that!
another perfect job you are an awesome carpenter/mechanic and really awesome for details, your shop and the apartment are coming out great I know that working on that old building nothing was square to start with great job and video's.
Hey Henry thanks man!
Really enjoyed it. Looks great! Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice work Mike.
Thanks Earl & Family👍
Beautiful !
Thank you!
Nice job with the counter top, especially the way you got it to fit in the opening. I’d recommend running a bead of clear caulk between seam of the under mounted sink and the white oak. I know you put some on the flange of the sink, but sometimes that’s not enough to keep water in the sink. Looks great 👍
Thanks Greg that's a good idea. I don't think it got full coverage.
Stunning 👏
Thank you! 😊
Excellent job….fits like a glove. The under mount sink looks great. That was a drying rack for when you wash dishes - it goes above the sink….
Thanks Jane👍
It already looks pretty nice 👌 😉 💙
Thanks 😁
Going to look fantastic, Don't forget, clear silicon for water proof edges. 👍👍💚
Thanks DJ good idea.
This countertop is lovely! That metal and silicone rack is for drying and should go over the basin
Thank you!
Looks great!!!
Thanks!!
Looking great Mike.
Thanks Mike
LOOKIN' GREAT, NICE WORK. KEEP SAFE...
Thanks Bob!
Lovely to your dreams come true. Unrelenting hard work has a way of making dreams come true. You guys are terrific. All the best!
Thank you so much 😀
Drying rack goes over the sink. I have one and love it. My sink has two sinks.
nice thanks!
Job well done! It does look really nice :) Keep up the outstanding content and we will be here to watch it! Take care - Biz
Thanks so much!
Looks beautiful
Thank you Ashley!
I particularly liked your Cabinet template idea to be sure the countertop fits properly.
I've actually notched into the drywall and other not so good practices to making a countertop fit into an old building.
Nice I hope it helps you in the future!
once again you have done a great job love to see when each little peace done
Thank you so much!
Shingles Mike, finish the shingles!!
is that the voice in back of my head talking to me?
Hello Mike what a awesome video you are always working on something you always have a wonderful smile Hello to your lovely wife Rosa
Hello Rosa, glad to hear from you, how are you doing?
Looks great. Good choice of wood.
Thanks!
Looks great man..... Keep up the awesome work....
Thanks, will do!
Wow you never cease to amaze me ❤.
Beautiful workmanship!
Love from, Kansas 🇺🇸
Thank you so much 😀
That turned out beautiful!
Thanks so much Patricia!
This building is a very cool project.
Thanks glad you’re enjoying it.
Looks wonderful - congrats Mike & thank you for the video!! Hugs from Virginia! 🤗
Thank you Wanda!
Thank you for sharing your expertise
My pleasure
Nice job looks real nice thanks for sharing
Thank you! Cheers!
Amazing skill you have with wood ..❤️🇨🇦
looks great! Great video as always!
Thank you!
Wowww! As usual a beautiful result. Congratulations
Thank you!
That offcut for the sink could make a nice cutting board. The aesthetic 'eye' is spot on again. Great synergy with the floor. Will you use a clear sealer for the brick? tfs
Thank you, yes I use a clear sealer that gives it a slightly wet look.
Es war wieder schön bei euch zu sein und tief in Gedanken schade das ihr so weit weg seid Anita
Danke Anita, einen wunderschönen Tag noch.
Ho messo il like subito, più tardi lo guardo perché oggi è bel tempo fuori e sono nel bosco a castagne 😉💪💪👍👍
Grazie per il gradimento, buona giornata!
Fantastico 🥰🥰 come sempre un ottimo lavoro 👍👍💪💪💪
Grazie
Well, while I wouldn't Kill to have that counter in my kitchen, I must admit that I would be sorely tempted to maybe, oh I don't know, maim a little. Just a smidgen! Please say a big Hello to your lovely bride and that pretty dog!
Ha ha thanks man. Will do!
@@50Acres Well, I'm not a dude. I'm a dudette! And I like to fix and build stuff. Cleaning a furnace today and picking up a thermocouple with my son. Do I know what I'm doing 🤔🙄 Well I will figure it out! 😉Wish me luck!
@@damogranheart5521 oh I am sorry! According to my YT analytics my audience is about 85% male so if I can’t tell by username I find myself making assumptions! I don’t know what I’m Doing either but usually I eventually stumble through it. Good luck and thanks for watching!
@@50Acres Well my son who fixes furnaces and things of that ilk, not the first son I mentioned, says "Mom, don't put yourself on the news in a BAD way! I'll try to be there tonight!" Just got the txt. He lives in Cokato which is Central Minnesota and I'm Twin Cities near Wisconsin border. I have a space heater so the cat and I are doing okay for now. 32°F with a windchill of 21° outside. Heat tape works!
Looks great!
love your videos can't wait for the next cabin one
Thanks Richard, I have a cabin video coming out Saturday
Beautiful just beautiful 👍🤓🇫🇷
Thank you Pascal!
Супер!!! Внимание к деталям на высоте, как всегда. 🙂
Beautiful 😻
Thank you! 😊
“I think we’re gonna need a bigger truck!”
Haha you always need bigger no matter what size you have!
@@50Acres - that’s what SHE said!
@@Manoffire260 lol!
Awesome! Love your eye.
Thank you! Cheers!
looks awesome man! where the sink meets the wood on the inside - I'm assuming you have to caulk there as well, for added seal?
Yea definitely, you don’t want water to collect there. I also make sure to coat that edge and about two inches under it with finish.
G'day again from downunder Mike.
Nice bench top, do you get the slabs at "mates rates" or pay full price ?
The building is really starting to look good. Keep up the good work mate 👍
Hello Brett, he gives me a small discount I think. Not entirely sure. Depends if he is working the counter when I go in. If its one of his workers I pay full price. That slab with surfacing cost me around $550 USD with tax.
i just has made my thailand home new all cabins old pallet wood planks, similar thats you have panel doors. cost about 100$ for me,
Hey brother I love your work! I work for a Fire department down in VA. We have a pretty large crew at the station (14). We are trying to find someone to build a custom table for us. I know you have a million projects but thought it might make a great video. Lemme know and we can discuss more details.
Hey Jonathon, thanks so much man. What’s your timeframe for it. I’d love to start doing some projects for people but the truth of it is I’m so swamped in this rehab project I can barely work on the cabin.
Bloody brilliant Mike, it would have been easier if you got rid of all the crap under your feet at your workbench, not OSH approved I'm sure😂😂
Thank you Peter, hopefully they won't be paying me any visits!
those fein vacuums last FOREVER
I really really like this vac.
@@50Acres I'm not sure what filters you use, but I recommend the thick fabric reusable one. It lasted the life of the machine.
That's a roll out drying rack that goes over the sink.
Thanks Troy!
Counter looks good... Why is all that plumbing on the wall?
That’s my water heater, gas, condensate drain and hot/cold.
Beautiful work Mike! Love how the quarter-sawn section really pops! How do you like the Wen plunge saw?
Hi Josh, regarding the Wen saw, I don't think I'd reccomend it. I have it, and I have learned to live with it's limitations but it's really not any better than a regular circular saw with a homemade track. The method of clamping is handy so if you do get it make sure to get some clamps with it. It works but it is not a precision tool. It's flaws are such that even an experienced operator can not get precision results due to design and construction weaknesses of the tool.
primo bro
Love it! Can you share what materials you used for the epoxy + dye and the finish? Enjoy your vids bro, all the way back to the early vids of the cabin.
Sure the dye and the epoxy are both chill brand. They sell several different types that have varying pot times and thicknesses you can pour at once. I like it better than glaze coat brand that I can find at lowes. It’s expensive though. Around 120 for maybe 3 liters worth.
@@50Acres thanks man! What'd you use for the finish?
@@strochild no problem, the finish is a mix of 1:1:1 parts spar urethane, boiled linseed oil and turpentine.
@@50Acres You're the man. That sounds familiar to the finish you used in your other videos....had deja vu. Good luck with the rest of the warehouse!
Let me know If there's a state where marrying a countertop is legal :)
Hahah!
Awesome counter top live edge thanks. Does that fridge door open ok?
Thanks, Yes it does
So, what's the penalty if someone uses this majestic counter top as a cutting board for broccoli stems?
Ha ha, I don't think it's likely, this room will only have a microwave and coffee maker, etc since its not a full kitchen.
"Pretty nice" my ass. It looks awesome! Great job.
Thank you Patrick
Psalm 118:8-9
King James Version
8 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.
9 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.
Homemade cutting boards with your logo? With price tags lol Hate to see the counter top get scratched up.❤
Believe it or not I've saved every bit of sizable scrap from all my projects dating back to the start of the cabin, I plan to do stuff like that with it one day!
Uber hip counter situation
lol!
Holy Mary mother of god put some product on the lettuce
I don't know what that means!
i not newer has like live edge table, ugly, nice beauty sheet but need cut edge traight and router make edge smooth.round shape lot better.
Hello Matti, hope you are having a great day!
What did you use for paint and coloring?
I used an equal parts mix of boiled linseed oil, spar urethane and turpentine.
How did you anchor the top to the cabinets?
I don’t remember if I even anchored it. It’s pretty heavy. If I were to, I’d probably just use two screws towards the center so it can expand and contract.
What finnish did you use? I missed what was in the mason jar?
Hi George, that's an equal mix of spar urethane, boiled linseed oil and turpentine. applied over a couple coats and vigorously buffed in after the final coat.
Thanks! Looks great and sounds more durable that danish oil alone? Doing a similar project at the moment with walnut
@@georgeerasmus7051 yea it looks great on walnut and is more durable
Beautiful!
Amazing skill you have with wood ..❤️🇨🇦
Thanks so much Donna!
Looks great!
THanks!
Beautiful!
Thank you!