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Komentáře • 332

  • @ritarevell7195
    @ritarevell7195 Před 11 dny +7

    Doug and Eevee, you never need to apologize for the “slow” progress. You all are doing marvelous work. On Two properties. In heat. And raising and home schooling two children. The kids are growing up knowing what real work looks like.
    Plus filming, editing, narrating several videos per week. And posting those videos! I’m so grateful when I get to see something you are currently working on, but I can return to previous projects if it’s a while. Bless your hearts.

  • @kathleenroman9379
    @kathleenroman9379 Před 11 dny +16

    It’s the meticulous perfection which sets you apart, Doug! It’s what generates such trust in your work! So inspirational! TYTY for sharing! ❤️❤️🙏❤️❤️

  • @beverlyodom71
    @beverlyodom71 Před 11 dny +12

    I am so proud of you guys. I’ve lived in mobile home throughout my life. I’m 84 and I would have loved to live in this one.

  • @brendariddle2349
    @brendariddle2349 Před 10 dny +5

    You all have done a lot of work since I last watched!! Such hard workers. You have lots of helpers I see! LOL. Just do you & let them wonder why in the world you did it that way! At the end they will HAVE to say it is fantastic. You & your family are all so talented. I want to wish you a Happy Fathers Day for tomorrow. I think you are a very good & loving and patient father to your children. I forgot to wish Eevee a Happy Mother’s Day but I think she is a fantastic mother to Belle & Maverick. They are so very blessed to have you two as parents. Until next time. ❤❤❤❤

  • @aileenhaggarty681
    @aileenhaggarty681 Před 11 dny +53

    Doug the perfectionist. My family call me OCD Mum because I must have things done the right way. I agree with you why you changed it. Bless the family. 👍🙏🏻❤️

    • @imaginethat2003
      @imaginethat2003 Před 11 dny +11

      Aileen... Nothing OCD about doing things the right way. Who wants things done shoddily?! If I make a dress, and want it to look right, is that OCD, or caring what it looks like? I'm with you. 🙂

    • @lfuentes4098
      @lfuentes4098 Před 10 dny +5

      Might as well do it right the first time. I asked the carpenter to change some wonky doors in the jack n Jill bath and he didn’t because he would’ve had to have moved the electrical but I thought, hmm he could’ve move the other side. And by the time that happened the wall finisher had come in. I didn’t want to have things undone but it was a big mistake. It still bugs me 18 years later. 😂

  • @joycejones2979
    @joycejones2979 Před 11 dny +2

    Doug, this is EXACTLY what I talk about when I’m explaining why I LOVE watching your videos. You produce something but if it doesn’t work or isn’t going to work, you figure it out without freaking out. And while doing it, you show us that if it doesn’t work, it’s no big deal. Just take your time, figure it out and make it work. To me, you are an unlicensed “Master” Contractor!😜💕

  • @labbrockington7854
    @labbrockington7854 Před 11 dny +7

    Good morning guys, its really coming along nicely. The larger shower was so smart.
    Hi Maverick have fun with that large piece of cardboard.
    God bless you and your family 🍓🐈🤗

  • @susiestokely3528
    @susiestokely3528 Před 11 dny +4

    Yay, a new interesting video to watch while drinking my tea first thing in the morning! Thanks Doug and Ashley, your build is so educational and fun to watch, and Doug you are a perfectionist - I wish all builders took the time and thoughtfulness you bring to your projects.

  • @tsx3214
    @tsx3214 Před 11 dny +5

    The way you framed that shower, in the event of a hurricane, everyone to the shower🙂
    Nicely done!

  • @thasfun
    @thasfun Před 10 dny +4

    I went to visit my mom and dad yesterday, but mainly dad for Father's Day. They now live in a rural county in Georgia since retiring. Never have I ever thought twice about living in a mobile home. However, on my drive down, I found myself looking at mobile homes the ENTIRE time thanks to you guys 🙄😆🥰. I was thinking of all sorts of renovations I could do if I purchased one. Keep up the wonderful work. Most of all, keep inspiring 🙏🏼 ❤.

  • @ninabooker2904
    @ninabooker2904 Před 11 dny +10

    You are a natural teacher, explaining what you’re doing and why, makes it so understandable. As a parent some don’t explain things to kids and sometimes you can’t or shouldn’t explain but kids never learn if you don’t demonstrate reason and thought process to them. That turned into a bit of an unintended rant. What I really want to say is GOOD JOB 👍 BRAVO 👏 Thanks for sharing we love you guys ❤❤

  • @Maddie-lv5sg
    @Maddie-lv5sg Před 10 dny +4

    At first, I wouldn't say I liked the black color...but it is growing on me. Summer is here already, we have had 100 temps this month. You guys are awesome workers and I am so happy to see the progress. You two are perfectionists no matter what you do, which says a lot about your integrity.

  • @MidwestMagicCleaning
    @MidwestMagicCleaning Před 10 dny +2

    You both look and sound more confident with every new improvement that you install. I love this progression. I'm rooting for you all!

  • @donnavickery9623
    @donnavickery9623 Před 11 dny +7

    The inside of the trailer is looking great !!! Putting in that plywood and those extra 2x4 to make the trailer stronger and more durable was a genius idea. This trailer is already much better than it was when it was brand new !!! Great job Doug !

  • @ebony5766
    @ebony5766 Před 11 dny +5

    Wow! So nice. I LOVE this channel. Real people doing real things!!

  • @Charlotte-bn4gp
    @Charlotte-bn4gp Před 11 dny +7

    Great accomplishment!!! Love the layout and the reasoning behind it all. Can't wait to see the end results!!💖

  • @AfterTheRains
    @AfterTheRains Před 11 dny +9

    So good to see you both appreciating how much you have already achieved. I often think you don’t appreciate how much you do because, as you say, it’s behind you. There has been a massive amount of work done just to have all the light there is in the home.

  • @SharonWieser
    @SharonWieser Před 11 dny +7

    I like the extra strength you put into the structure. Reassuring for future homeowners. Love your videos and also the way you both work together so cohesively. Wonderful family as well as designers.

  • @dhanakhei9911
    @dhanakhei9911 Před 11 dny +8

    Looking great 👍 😊❤

  • @venenareligioest410
    @venenareligioest410 Před 11 dny +8

    You are so talented Doug. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @ChristopherHylton-pm5hv
    @ChristopherHylton-pm5hv Před 11 dny +11

    Doug, don't be embarrassed about the whole left and right thing when framing the tub. I too sometimes have to say to myself, "no, I meant the other left".

  • @carolyncarlson3825
    @carolyncarlson3825 Před 11 dny +8

    If I were to build a house...I would choose Doug to build it. ❤....hugs

  • @kerryevans7413
    @kerryevans7413 Před 11 dny +6

    I don't know when
    this video was done but regardless Happy
    Father's Day to
    you Doug. The
    home is taken
    shape. You'll keep
    up the great work.

  • @canuckyank82
    @canuckyank82 Před 11 dny +4

    And that base goes in as a perfect fit! Such amazing attention to detail, while filming no less. Just incredible work! Great progress. Thanks for the video!

  • @lisawyer7524
    @lisawyer7524 Před 11 dny +7

    The shower is coming out great! I have learned so much from both of you. Thanks

  • @teresastuart5881
    @teresastuart5881 Před 10 dny +5

    I like watching the building of the mobile home ,it's coming together so good .

  • @rroby6725
    @rroby6725 Před 11 dny +6

    Best built mobile home ever!!!!

  • @kalrobbins2811
    @kalrobbins2811 Před 11 dny +5

    I love the detail that you have with the reno! The house looks wonderful! It's exciting to see all the progress! Always looking forward to the next one!

  • @gailglick3128
    @gailglick3128 Před 11 dny +3

    I don't know if you realize how much you help people with your videos. I really appreciate how well you explain everything. Thank you guys so much.

  • @Oldebookworm
    @Oldebookworm Před 11 dny +6

    I have learned so much from you! The progress you have made is amazing!!!! Once you get the plumbing and electrical in you will
    Be near the finish line! It is all
    Of the work behind the walls that is the hardest and the most important! I look forward to the next update!

  • @dianaalexander3934
    @dianaalexander3934 Před 11 dny +5

    That bus is a life saver! Bye Maverick!

  • @sharonsardeson7992
    @sharonsardeson7992 Před 11 dny +3

    Yay!........my favorite way to start the day..... a new video from you to enjoy with my morning coffee....thank you! That mobile will be the safest mobile in all of Florida. It's coming along so well. ❤

  • @debbralehrman5957
    @debbralehrman5957 Před 10 dny +4

    When ever we did changes in our mobile.
    We always added more strength in the
    framing of the walls. The more I watch
    you do showers. I am more certain of
    getting rid of the garden tub in the Master
    bath and put a walking in shower. Turn
    the old shower into a closet. I don't know how soon but I am going to do it. Thanks
    Guys.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🌺

  • @janemj3467
    @janemj3467 Před 11 dny +5

    You guys have made great progress on the ole mobile hm !!! It will be 100% better than the original 👍

  • @pinkmosquito22
    @pinkmosquito22 Před 10 dny +5

    Ahhh! I'm getting super excited!!!! 🤩 I just love watching how ya'll bring everything together, and this particular project is especially intriguing! 😎

  • @kath6643
    @kath6643 Před 11 dny +4

    So exciting watching the interior begin to take shape! 👏👍

  • @waytoson
    @waytoson Před 11 dny +3

    I love hearing your thought processes. You have gotten a lot of process done. I don't think people who don't create content understand how recording slows down the process, so I completely understand why you did so much off camera. Thanks for catching us up.
    🎉🎉🎉 Happy Fathers Day🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @galady8632
    @galady8632 Před 11 dny +3

    Well done Eevee and Doug! Well done indeed!! When finished you will have a brand new, 40 year old mobile home - actually better than when new. Although I am not usually a fan of galley kitchens the description of your layout makes perfect sense. Much better utilization of the 60' length. No hallway of wasted space. And your bedroom mini-split placement is brilliant! They will almost disappear. I always learn so much from Eevee and Doug!

  • @wendyeader261
    @wendyeader261 Před 11 dny +3

    With all the reinforcement you added to the end walls of the home, and now the solid structure of the bathroom walls in the center of the home, it's pretty much as secure as you can get in a "mobile home!" 😉

  • @karensteele8147
    @karensteele8147 Před 11 dny +10

    I learned this lesson looking after 3 parents. All the applications plus my last xhild and all the things. I put it into perspective day by day. I would say what do I need to do today. Then plan for each week. It was overwhelming at times. I try to keep that perspective to this day. You and Ashley do many things and you do it very well.

  • @brokenpines8491
    @brokenpines8491 Před 10 dny +4

    I have really enjoyed watching you remodel your mobile home. You both are very hard workers and able to figure all this stuff out. I know filming it is a pain, but I sure do appreciate it.

  • @sarahmiller4069
    @sarahmiller4069 Před 11 dny +10

    You guys are really doing a great job remodeling this trailer and to watch this whole process is very enjoyable You guys are very hard workers and always coming up with something fun enjoy your channel every time it comes out...

  • @marywaters7068
    @marywaters7068 Před 11 dny +7

    I really look forward to your videos.

  • @annettearties8538
    @annettearties8538 Před 11 dny +5

    Always enjoy watching you and Evee. It's interesting to see how you implemented your plans.When you have a plan, you thought it through. 😊😊 You can build my house. 👏 👏 (kidding) I know your family's foundation is as strong.

  • @missykowalewski
    @missykowalewski Před 11 dny +5

    Wonderful progress!! Ur right, when doing improvement type projects whether it’s on r homes or r person itself, we must stop and appreciate the hard work that has gone into it. Focusing only on the goal completely takes away from the journey. (And yes, I know how corny that sounds 😉). Great job family, excellent team work.

  • @joshdavenport5787
    @joshdavenport5787 Před 11 dny +5

    Awesome work! It's coming along very nicely!

  • @sharibushnell003
    @sharibushnell003 Před 11 dny +6

    Great Job as always love watching your work .

  • @lorimahan2116
    @lorimahan2116 Před 11 dny +5

    ❤ Great video. Thank you for continuing to take us along.

  • @HyacinthDaisyRose
    @HyacinthDaisyRose Před 11 dny +4

    It’s really great that you’re taking your time and thinking through all the possibilities of what might happen with placement of drain and the mortar bed. I kind of feel that most people just throw things together and hope there’s not any problems down the road but there usually are. (thinking about new construction homes) The house is starting to come together and with everything you bring in, it just feels like it’s going to get there quickly. Always looking forward to the next video 😉

  • @lainaanial
    @lainaanial Před 11 dny +5

    Great project great presenter.

  • @nannypat6520
    @nannypat6520 Před 11 dny +5

    Great quality work as usual 👍🏼WELL DONE TEAM! 💕💕

  • @debramackinnon8094
    @debramackinnon8094 Před 11 dny +4

    Doug and Eevee, everything looking good and coming together. Keep. Doing. You. 🌵🌻🎶🔨

  • @jeanettec6212
    @jeanettec6212 Před 10 dny +3

    You really are flying through this! Wow! It looks so good. Bye Maverick!

  • @drummerlovesbookworm9738
    @drummerlovesbookworm9738 Před 11 dny +1

    Officially in the CONSTRUCTION phase!
    That was a long, exhausting, but interesting destruction! I learned a lot!

  • @BobbieJeanM
    @BobbieJeanM Před 11 dny +4

    One day’s progress may not be as much as you hoped for but as you said, taken all together since you started working on this project you two have done an amazing job! Even more so since this isn’t the only thing you have been working on! Plus taking much needed breaks to enjoy yourselves and have fun!! 💕👏👏👏💕

  • @lynnjones757
    @lynnjones757 Před 11 dny +4

    You must be very organized with so many irons in the fire. Keeping tract of all your todo’s must be mind boggling

  • @jemreandeau3583
    @jemreandeau3583 Před 11 dny +4

    That’s a nice big shower, it’ll be beautiful. Maverick should make a camp out of the cardboard 😊❤

  • @smlnsgd4u
    @smlnsgd4u Před 11 dny +5

    I was just thinking, I'm dyslexic, I'd make mistakes all...the...time! Then y'all switched the walls for the shower opening. 😁

  • @cindydimery708
    @cindydimery708 Před 10 dny +3

    WOW ! Before you know it you’ll be finished. Moving along nicely. 💪👏🏼☺️

  • @markkrug766
    @markkrug766 Před 11 dny +6

    I would recommend some sort of internal window drapes / coverings to keep prying eyes from seeing inside while you are away. Loose tools and lumber/fixtures make tempting targets. Great progress.

    • @rosemarymccammond9899
      @rosemarymccammond9899 Před 11 dny

      Cheap shower curtains or sheets from the thrift store is an easy way to do this. Even better, black contractor bags sliced and taped up work very well as they are dark and don’t send a message to the street that we are hiding goodies inside.

  • @kerrylynnparsons7879
    @kerrylynnparsons7879 Před 11 dny +4

    Wow!!! Things are truly taking shape!!! 🥰🎶❤️📚❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @lindabunce5133
    @lindabunce5133 Před 11 dny +3

    Oh, so pleased with your progress! It looks great. I'm always so excited when I see an update.

  • @wendyrumbel4354
    @wendyrumbel4354 Před 11 dny +4

    Looking great! I’m loving the design. God Bless your beautiful family.

  • @user-de5jn1xg9u
    @user-de5jn1xg9u Před 11 dny +6

    Sheer wall was a very smart decision

    • @charlesyoung7436
      @charlesyoung7436 Před 11 dny +1

      Mobile homes do not do well in hurricanes or tornados. Florida gets both, so beefing up the bathroom was a good idea.

  • @sandrarhea2328
    @sandrarhea2328 Před 11 dny +3

    As far as I’m concerned you are making great progress. Like you said. Looking at the outside you have accomplished a lot from where you started! And the inside is looking really good too.

  • @karenreaves3650
    @karenreaves3650 Před 11 dny +7

    You have made a lot of progress. ❤

  • @johnorabone6112
    @johnorabone6112 Před 11 dny +5

    Coming along nicely.

  • @barbscarrow7300
    @barbscarrow7300 Před 11 dny +3

    Doug the mobile home is starting to come togther keep up the great work can't wait for the next step ❤️🇨🇦

  • @user-wd5qw2sr4d
    @user-wd5qw2sr4d Před 11 dny +2

    Nice size shower. I think it's big enough for a shower chair/bench. That mobile home is looking so well built and pleasing to the eye you shouldn't have any problem renting it. You guys aren't afraid of hard work and I respect that.

  • @debbydrach
    @debbydrach Před 11 dny +4

    I love the way you look at the building, you have a vision and you make it happen 👏👏👏

  • @kathleeneggert3277
    @kathleeneggert3277 Před 11 dny +3

    Doug and Eevee - I love watching the progress you are making! It is really coming together! Great work!!

  • @katieallen3927
    @katieallen3927 Před 11 dny +4

    I have OCD and those little quirks with things not lining up visually are very noticeable. I’m glad that you are able to fix those during construction as you find them.

  • @fijid8976
    @fijid8976 Před 11 dny +6

    Hi Doug and Eevee. Thank you for sharing another great video. The bathroom is taking shape!👌👏. You are both phenomenal ❤️. Bye Maverick 😊. As always keep safe and God bless your beautiful family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🤲🌷💕

  • @denisewilson8367
    @denisewilson8367 Před 10 dny +2

    Doug said that 1 1/2" didn't matter, but you all know as well as I do that it does matter if Doug redid it. The bathroom area and the laundry/rear entry area is really starting to look like rooms and you can tell what they are. Its no longer just a bunch of studs.
    Great progress even tho you didn't get as much as you wanted to get done. Sometimes things take longer than we plan for.
    Goodbye Eevee and Maverick.

  • @brendahaire8824
    @brendahaire8824 Před 11 dny +5

    Looking great

  • @shelleylee8774
    @shelleylee8774 Před 11 dny +4

    This is so exciting! We were going to put our old tub back in when we do our bathroom renovation, but I'm thinking about a big shower now! We learn SO much from you guys!

  • @k2icc
    @k2icc Před 11 dny +2

    It is very nice to know what is behind each wall and doing it from scratch. Great content and not as TV, where repeated shows are always on, but you guys keep it fresh and well done always. Thanks.

    • @diyfferent
      @diyfferent  Před 10 dny +1

      We're glad you enjoy it. Thank you

  • @mrrs8118
    @mrrs8118 Před 11 dny +4

    Hard to picture how it used to look. I was a little leery it could be done, but you have done a fantastic job! Looking great!

  • @SherryCalloway73
    @SherryCalloway73 Před 11 dny +2

    I’m so excited for you guys, it won’t be long you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy all of your hard work.

  • @cherylemaybury9967
    @cherylemaybury9967 Před 11 dny +2

    You are already up to the exciting part, putting in the fixtures. The framing gives such a good look at the layout. It makes it feel like it’s moving along quickly. Bye Maverick 😊😊😊

  • @maryrenaud6732
    @maryrenaud6732 Před 11 dny +4

    Nice to keep the shower a bit bigger. In our almost 40 y.o. 2 story Condos the upper unit shower pan eventually leaks to the 1st floor shower thru the center drain breaking down, because this is where most people stand in a shower.
    One of our neighbors on 2nd floor came in and had the drain lines relocated for a new shower pan, draining at the end where the controls/shower head are. No one stands on that drain area. Problem solved.
    I think it is smart to add a level mortar bed to give strong support to the shower pan. For a single story this is fine, but I now see the benefit of a drain at one end, in our situation.
    GOOD JOB!

  • @dragonflyneb8212
    @dragonflyneb8212 Před 11 dny +4

    Looks great!

  • @beckyisabell4324
    @beckyisabell4324 Před 11 dny +3

    Can’t wait to see your design take on your space. You guys surprise with your uniqueness. I’ve seen some great idea on your remodels.

  • @kathypeterson9549
    @kathypeterson9549 Před 8 dny +2

    You know what I would love to see a video of you guys is your bloopers behind the scenes with you and your family I think that would be awesome

    • @Bawkr
      @Bawkr Před 7 dny

      I think ole Ron Hazelton's housecalls used to have something like that. My dad and I used to watch that.

  • @kurthuck2630
    @kurthuck2630 Před 10 dny +3

    Nice job! Coming along so nice!

  • @Hollybank5
    @Hollybank5 Před 10 dny +3

    You just keep knocking it out of the park 🎉 !!! ❤.

  • @beckypage6041
    @beckypage6041 Před 11 dny +3

    Morning everyone!
    Everything coming together.
    The reflections in the windows while Douglas was talking to the camera looked cool. Painting the outside black really made those windows POP! I like it 👍🏼
    I seen ol’ Maverick over there scoping out that big piece of cardboard 😆
    Y’all have a wonderful weekend.

  • @lechatbotte.
    @lechatbotte. Před 11 dny +3

    As they say eat the elephant one bite at a time. It’s a wise idea to step back and look at your accomplishments. It encourages you. It’s really looking amazing. My panel is in my bedroom and it’s low as well. I like it it’s easy access for me, I’m vertically challenged lol.

  • @loribillings3810
    @loribillings3810 Před 11 dny +3

    Look foward to your video's. The progress is so exciting. I know it takes alot of time to build a home, we built ours many years ago. You two are a great team 😊

  • @douglasbooker8330
    @douglasbooker8330 Před 11 dny +2

    Ash yourself and Doug! Are some very interesting intelligent individuals. Very hard-workers.

  • @EveBrandy
    @EveBrandy Před 10 dny +2

    Yup, I'm sold on this layout. And all the extras are making a beautiful and long lasting home out of a trailer. Someone will be very lucky.
    👋😊

  • @bonriver9420
    @bonriver9420 Před 11 dny +2

    You guys have done such a great job rebuilding this mobile home. It is starting to really take shape and is going to be beautiful.

  • @brendathoms5588
    @brendathoms5588 Před 10 dny +4

    Happy Father’s Day ❤

  • @lindaroyal8161
    @lindaroyal8161 Před 10 dny +3

    Yup....learning left & right takes practice, that was funny, ha ha ha! Wow, we're already at the shower install. Now all the fun design stuff begins.
    Summer in Florida, heat wise, began a month ago, the date on the calendar is trivial - it's been Hot!

  • @goldenmom1111
    @goldenmom1111 Před 11 dny +2

    I re-watched your initial mobile home tour a few days ago to remind myself of all you've accomplished with this project - amazing! Great job!

  • @margaretvargas1209
    @margaretvargas1209 Před 11 dny +3

    The mobile home will look great when you finish it. bye Maverick 😅

  • @susiesmith6174
    @susiesmith6174 Před 10 dny +3

    Hi, You guys work so good together!!! Ashley is much stronger than she looks!!! Which is very good Ashley, lol. Oh and welcome to summer in Florida again. I hated summer in Fl!!! Where I live now I can go outside in 90+ degree heat and still breathe. We're above a mile high here and it's dry air, we miss the rain!!! Anyway good working partners for sure!!! Take care and stay safe. Hugs!!!😻

    • @diyfferent
      @diyfferent  Před 10 dny

      Thanks! I love the summertime in Florida! The nights are gorgeous and not cold. And the water is actually warm to swim in, when we do make it to the beach :) Most of Florida is currently going through a drought. :\

    • @susiesmith6174
      @susiesmith6174 Před 9 dny

      @@diyfferent Eevee, I'm so sorry for using y our former name!!! I just read it in a reply and thought "oh noooo!!! I did not forget she's Eevee not Ashley!!!" Sorry my friend!!! I'm tickled pink you are loving it there in Fl, I did too for the 11 years we lived there, right up to where it got to me. Take care and enjoy your warm weather, water and I miss talking to you!!! Hugs!!! Susie 😀

  • @larrym.johnson9219
    @larrym.johnson9219 Před 11 dny +3

    🔥🤟💪⛪👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🇺🇸☺️ Summer is here it's the way it rolls in Florida 🤟💪.

  • @mariezafonte6473
    @mariezafonte6473 Před 11 dny +3

    You are making great progress. Bye the way, I love the outside paint color.

  • @lauriivey7801
    @lauriivey7801 Před 11 dny +3

    Like my dad always told me, "Your OTHER left." I'm left-handed (as is my brother) and have always had trouble ... I know the difference, but always turn the wrong way if I don't pause for just a second to think.