Welcome to the WoodsThe last two years I've poured my blood sweat and tears into remodeling this whole home almost entirely myself. This is the first project I've taken on this size and am a self-taught carpenter with only a couple years experience. I learn quickly, am a perfectionist, and loved flexing my creative ideas in this space. I hope you've loved following along! All these rooms are broken out in more detailed videos on my channel, but I will link some below:
Whole Home Renovation | 2 Year Remodel Solo DIYWelcome to the Woods2024-02-04 | The last two years I've poured my blood sweat and tears into remodeling this whole home almost entirely myself. This is the first project I've taken on this size and am a self-taught carpenter with only a couple years experience. I learn quickly, am a perfectionist, and loved flexing my creative ideas in this space. I hope you've loved following along! All these rooms are broken out in more detailed videos on my channel, but I will link some below:
Support me on Patreon here: patreon.com/wttw Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/welcometothewoodsblog Tiktok: tiktok.com/@welcome2thewoodsThe lakehouse renovation is finally done after 2 years! I am so proud of this property 🥲Welcome to the Woods2023-12-20 | Watch here for more details youtu.be/DIRXJkRhqQ0Buy a Welcome to the Woods Hat! 🧢 #courage #diyhomeimprovement #diyprojectsWelcome to the Woods2023-12-19 | I finally have merch! But instead of plastering my brand name all over it, I wanted to display something to inspire all of you to be courageous in your diy projects!DIY Hollow Core Door UpgradeWelcome to the Woods2023-11-26 | Basic, boring hollow doors get a makeover in this video to a plank style door in-keeping with the lake house's modern cottage style. Save on WORKPRO tools here: https://workprotools.store/
Affiliate links to products seen in this video: Drill set: homedepot.sjv.io/21B3GM Bondo: welcome-to-the-woods.com/s/A4jLqaUq Table Saw: welcome-to-the-woods.com/s/cs4YKNra Circular saw: homedepot.sjv.io/nLez9R Clamps: shrsl.com/4bneeDIY Hollow Core Interior Door Upgrade #diydoors #diyhomeimprovement #diyWelcome to the Woods2023-11-18 | ...SHOCKING Furniture Makeovers Before and AfterWelcome to the Woods2023-11-11 | These three DIY furniture transformations are as surprising as they are beautiful! Let me know which one was your favorite? Save money on your projects and dispose of chemicals properly at your local household hazardous waste facility. Thank you Ramsey County for sponsoring this video!
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Editing by dangerlime.com Instagram: instagram.com/dangerlimeeditsSilicone Vs Acrylic Latex Caulk | This or That DIYWelcome to the Woods2023-02-26 | Learn the differences between latex caulk and silicone caulk in this video so you never buy the wrong tube for the job again! Buy the WORKPRO adjustable workbench: shrsl.com/3xvcg SHOP the early spring sale for 20% off on WORKPRO tools: https://workprotools.store/collections/early-spring-sale Caulk gun: shrsl.com/3y3gg EXTRA 5% off with code WOODS5 100% silicone caulk: amzn.to/3ZkoHt2 Buy siliconized acrylic latex caulk: amzn.to/3ma5Fra (it's probably cheaper at your local hardware store)Whole Home Makeover | 1 Year Transformation House RemodelWelcome to the Woods2023-02-12 | The past year I got so far on the lake house renovation transforming it into a modern cottage style! I can't wait for what's coming up next :)
#fireplace #barrondesignsEXTREME Living Room Makeover | Blank Slate RemodelWelcome to the Woods2023-01-09 | I completely remodeled the living room of the lake house! Watch nasty carpet, drabby colors, and filthy furniture turn into distressed old world beams, a cozy cottage fireplace, and gorgeous modern furniture from @articlemodern. Shop for high-quality modern furniture at article.com
#Article #ArticleFurniture #LivingRoomDIY Stair Makeover | Ugly Carpet to Updated Laminate StairwayWelcome to the Woods2022-12-18 | Shop znetflooring.com's Mohawk RevWood Select Waterproof Laminate Flooring here: bit.ly/3rh3kds Installing laminate stair treads took this carpeted stairway from foul to fabulous. Watch the process to transform this staircase and learn how to install laminate flooring on stairs.
* Statements made in this video have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseaseDIY Distressed Faux Beams Ceiling TransformationWelcome to the Woods2022-11-20 | This vaulted ceiling is huge and deserves a moment in my living room design. I constructed complicated faux wood beams to hang from the ceiling and bring it to life!
#compositedecking #exteriordesign #diymakeoverWhy you Should NEVER paint Cedar SidingWelcome to the Woods2022-09-29 | I had quite the summer trying to fix this mess of a house siding situation. Let me know - would you ever take on a project of this magnitude or do you think I'm crazy? Get 40% off the Marlow Pillow and an extra 10% off with my link: bit.ly/WOODS_Marlow
Visit my Vetted page to see all my favorite DIY and construction tools: vetted.ai/creator/welcome-to-the-woodsHow To Paint Exterior Wood SidingWelcome to the Woods2022-09-21 | My journey transforming this house from yellow to HELLO is finally coming to a close after a whole summer of hard work!
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Thanks for Behr paint for supplying their amazing products to get this house looking amazing! I used Behr Marquee for everything, but I couldn't find that line available online for my colors, so I linked what I could... Peppery (trim): homedepot.sjv.io/DVorv5 Smoky Trout (siding): homedepot.sjv.io/kj6XY0 Multi-surface primer: homedepot.sjv.io/GjW57n
#pressurewasher #pressurewashing #giraffetools #powerwashingHow to Mask a Window for Spray PaintingWelcome to the Woods2022-09-15 | Quickly mask exterior windows and doors before spraying paint with this method that protects against overspray and leaks. It removes easily too! Download Vetted to shop smarter: bit.ly/3LnqtUJ
Paint color is Smoky Trout by Behr paint. Thank you to Behr for providing product for me to transform this house! bit.ly/3CjbPur Affiliate links to products recommended in this video: .31 mm painter's plastic: amzn.to/3U3SkgA Masking tape: amzn.to/3DjeVjkRemoving Paint From Cedar Siding | Diamabrush vs Paint Eater vs Sander vs Pressure Washer vs ScraperWelcome to the Woods2022-08-28 | Get 10% off and access to online therapy using my link - betterhelp.com/welcometothewoods. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this video! In this video I am testing tools and methods for removing paint from cedar siding including a regular old scraper, a sander, a paint eater sponge, a Diamabrush, an oscillating multi-tool, and a pressure washer.
In the end, the Diamabrush was the fastest tool for the job - I go over how to use the Diamabrush in the video. I also used the paint eater sponge for between laps to finish it off!
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Visit my Vetted page to see all my favorite DIY and construction tools: vetted.ai/creator/welcome-to-the-woodsWood Siding Installation and Water Damage RepairWelcome to the Woods2022-06-26 | I swapped out some rotted pieces of wood siding and sheathing on my house! Check out the process for repairing the sheathing, adding house wrap, and finally installing new siding.
#WoodSidingInstallDIY Small Kitchen Remodel | Before and After Kitchen MakeoverWelcome to the Woods2022-06-12 | This DIY kitchen remodel has kept me busy the last four months as I completely transformed the layout and aesthetic of this outdated kitchen! Because I reused and refinished the existing kitchen cabinets, this kitchen remodel was done on a very small budget.
#kitchenremodel #kitchenmakeoverInstall Kitchen Sink and Drain Plumbing | Top Mount Drop-in Sink InstallationWelcome to the Woods2022-05-31 | I installed a kitchen sink in my new kitchen! This was a top mount drop-in sink and I show you how to install the drain as well.
#KitchenSink #KitchenDrainDIY Concrete Countertop & Concrete Backsplash (Colored Concrete Counter)Welcome to the Woods2022-05-22 | I made a concrete countertop and concrete backsplash as part of my kitchen renovation! Because I wanted a more subtle look, I also added a beige colorant to the concrete counter. Check out the whole process from pouring, setting, and finishing in the video. Shop diyconcrete.com for your next concrete project!
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I am revisiting my most popular DIY projects from the last couple years. Did they hold up? Which ones sucked? Find out in this video!
#DIYFailDIY Floating Shelves - SUPER STRONG + THINWelcome to the Woods2022-04-29 | I built incredibly strong floating shelves in my kitchen using maple plywood and heavy-duty brackets. These DIY floating shelves will replace upper cabinets in my kitchen design. Learn to build and install floating shelves from start to finish in this video!
I am done installing my new waterproof laminate floors in my kitchen and they turned out SO beautiful! Check out the complete process for installing completely waterproof laminate floors.
GET THE FLOORING HERE Mohawk RevWood Select Waterproof Laminate Flooring Fawn Chestnut: bit.ly/3rh3kdsRefinishing Old Kitchen Cabinets | Paint and Resurface Kitchen CabinetsWelcome to the Woods2022-03-27 | I refinished old kitchen cabinets into a beautiful, modern design. Check out the entire process of painting and resurfacing these pink kitchen cabinets in the video! This is the 3rd video in my kitchen makeover series!