building an outdoor kitchen for my off grid cabin

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  • In this video I build an outdoor kitchen .This has been one of my favorite projects so far . I use it all the time and it's a joy to cook on . food always tastes so good outside! I pour a little concrete and build a block grill. I turn an old slab of pine into a nice outdoor counter top, and I cook some really tasty burgers.
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  • @michaelburkett6825
    @michaelburkett6825 ปีที่แล้ว +310

    A man who cleans his tools is a real man. I'm almost 60 now and I grow up with my Dad a carpenter and my grandpa a survivor of the Great depression both taught me me take care of your tools and they'll take care of you.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Thats a good rule to follow !!

    • @AW-md2ew
      @AW-md2ew ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You said survivor of the great depression 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @ronb6182
      @ronb6182 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I always clean my craftsman tools after working on the car. I just use 91 percent alcohol and they clean up good. I like my tools clean before they get put in the tool box. 73

    • @FelixtheMetalcat
      @FelixtheMetalcat ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes they will....I too learned from that school !

    • @RenKnight347
      @RenKnight347 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That is exactly what my late father used to basically say:
      The job is not complete until the tools are cleaned up, properly stored where they belong and the shop is clean.

  • @unocr3d
    @unocr3d 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +70

    An honest 10/10 video. I don’t need music and constant talking in my videos. Show me something worth my time like this guy has, and I can learn while being entertained.

  • @randymiller3583
    @randymiller3583 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    I think everyone watching this wishes we all could have a off the grid place about now! Awesome job Sir

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thanks !! It’s a pretty nice way to get away from the rat race . I’m putting the finishing touches on another video right now I built a smoker / oven to go in the block grill

    • @mobilnistudio
      @mobilnistudio ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only an American would come out to woods and bring blocks and concrete to make stupid burgers. Foundation and all... Dear Lord...

    • @petersvensson1014
      @petersvensson1014 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      He did a wonderfull job
      And you just wish that
      You could taste one of
      Those burgers 😎🤘

    • @jamie-a-lupine
      @jamie-a-lupine 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mobilnistudio AMERICA FUCK YEAH. (eagle screech) are you jealous of my freedom and burgers?

    • @mrbuffoff
      @mrbuffoff 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Us Americans do it BIG! ​@@mobilnistudio

  • @Qpitmaster
    @Qpitmaster 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +132

    It felt like I was watching a show on PBS. Quiet commentary. Step by step process. Sounds of nature in the background. Had me mesmerized. Well done!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      That awesome!! Thank you!!

    • @offroadriverfishing
      @offroadriverfishing 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I fully enjoyed the sounds of nature and the work being performed, no annoying music thank you sir

    • @mariemir99
      @mariemir99 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know I Hate annoying music in people's videos.

  • @kitmason2718
    @kitmason2718 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    Any young man who gets out and builds, and learns along the way , has my respect. GOOD JOB young man!!! New SUB>

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thank you !! short of entering that specific trade its the best way to learn

    • @aphrodite891
      @aphrodite891 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Totally agree. Sub'd as well.

    • @zachb1494
      @zachb1494 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very nice! I’m going to build an outdoor kitchen this summer. It will be made entirely of adobe. Have already over 90 9x7.5x3 bricks made all by hand. Using the clay soil and arroyo sand for the bricks. Will use your design or very similar. Good work!

    • @joberthair5827
      @joberthair5827 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will never earn your respect 😂

    • @omulamfibie
      @omulamfibie ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Does LEGO count?

  • @nattydreadlocks1973
    @nattydreadlocks1973 ปีที่แล้ว +967

    I am a bricklayer. What you did was close enough for government work.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +157

      Well that’s good enough for me then 👍

    • @HikingRN
      @HikingRN ปีที่แล้ว +24

      😂😂😂

    • @pammd-b8811
      @pammd-b8811 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      👀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀 I was laughing my butt off giggle and saying you just wasted all that cement

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@pammd-b8811 oh you’re talking about what fell of the sides lol yeah I’m no bricklayer lol

    • @chuckboy9372
      @chuckboy9372 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      Good enough for government work means it will work for the intended purpose but it isn't high quality work. Kind of like...well...the government.

  • @buildingwithtrees2258
    @buildingwithtrees2258 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I know someone with a brick oven like this. Fire has degraded the block and it has crumbled. My suggestion for anyone considering this, is to add a layer of fire brick and roof for protection from the elements. Otherwise, fantastic work!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I have since lined the right side fire box with fire brick , haven't done a roof yet but considering how I want to do it . Thanks!

  • @footfiles
    @footfiles ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I know you can go buy a complete outdoor grill at a store, but it's awesome to see this guy do the hard work and make a really cool one himself.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks I'm happy you enjoyed it !!! and thats the way I felt about it too .it was a really fun project . I've had a few people ask why didn't you just buy a grill which makes me think why would those people watch it if thats their mind set just doesn't make sense .

    • @PumpkinSpice1960
      @PumpkinSpice1960 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'll bet this one last a lot longer than a store bought one!!! Amazing work!!! I love your beautiful pup !!!

    • @joelbradberry8273
      @joelbradberry8273 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      10.28.2023.
      Not cheaper than stores now.

  • @felojelo1
    @felojelo1 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    After watching you built this long time coming project with little or no experience, you have inspired me to make my own now. Thanks for sharing, good job!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      awesome !! I think you'll enjoy both the build and definitely using it

    • @felojelo1
      @felojelo1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      4 sure 👍

    • @andrewandrew4970
      @andrewandrew4970 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Inspire a savings account instead.

    • @johnjames5459
      @johnjames5459 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How's it coming?

  • @MissJoiful1
    @MissJoiful1 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Absolutely enjoyed this from start to finish.. the burger at the end was amazing have mercy!!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  หลายเดือนก่อน

      awesome glad you liked it !! oh yeah every time someone mentions it I want to go cook a burger LOL . Thanks !!

  • @lorimullen3680
    @lorimullen3680 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I liked how you brought your project full circle in the same video you built the kitchen & showed cooking your first meal! Good Job!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks! I'm hoping to get another video up cooking on it

  • @muskegonhunterscamp
    @muskegonhunterscamp ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great attitude about laying block, no apologies needed, it's all plumb square & level. Great project.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks! that's what I though just do it it can't be that bad . I don't think I would go that route for a basement but something small like this why not

  • @frednot809
    @frednot809 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Great job on the build. If I could offer just a bit of advice though. Get some fire mortar and use it on the inside to coat The Brick. It's too late in the process to use fire brick but the fire mortar may help save your bricks from cracking. Again, great job on the build

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thanks that sounds like a good idea . I've heard just a thick layer of clay can do it too

    • @calverley79
      @calverley79 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Bare concrete + hot fire = boom

    • @DoubleDJ86
      @DoubleDJ86 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Good advice I learned from both of you thanks

  • @matthewnash8310
    @matthewnash8310 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I so wanted to give another thumbs up when the bacon went on 😁

  • @johnlennon1049
    @johnlennon1049 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    What a great video! After watching this? I’m convinced that you could have built the Empire State Building all by yourself. I wish I had that kind of talent. Unbelievable!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you !! lol . I'm sure you could learn if you want. I'm really happy you enjoyed the video !!

  • @eeleye9210
    @eeleye9210 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I love this video. Full of satisfaction, therapy and inspiration with just the right amount of narrating and no unnecessary music. Best rabbit hole experience by far.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s awesome!! I’m glad you liked it some much

  • @maybee...
    @maybee... 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Sure beats an open fire ring of rocks directly on the ground.
    I love this idea, and appreciate the tutorial.

  • @HogMan2022
    @HogMan2022 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I'm an old man, and I'm not a brick layer either, but what you did looks great and you'll enjoy it for years to come!
    I enjoyed watching it. Thank you for posting this.cant wait to see what you do next. Liked and subscribed.👈🙋

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks!! I'm pretty happy with it ,and thanks for the sub

    • @kimberluna2226
      @kimberluna2226 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anyone that comes outside of their comfort zone to try to create/build something we should have respect for ( I know I certainly do) It's saddening to see that some not all, will make every attempt to suck the joy out of another's efforts to create something out of their hearts desires. Please, please, please, keep commentaries respectful. I enjoyed your video and admired that you created such a kitchen..please enjoy it to the fullest ..The burgers look very delicious.. My attempts at fish cakes this morning failed. I wound up with "Fish Hash"..lol.. have a great time ...

  • @tonyaction5284
    @tonyaction5284 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    Dude I’m an all around construction worker with over 35 plus years hands-on.
    I’m a Superintendet for a major Construction GC.
    There’s nothing I can’t do or haven’t built.
    Let me say that you’re a very honest and humble man.
    Pat yourself on the back because you did a fantastic job here, no exception.
    I take my hat off to you sir!!!!🤙🏼🏆🤜🏼🤛🏼
    This video just earned you one more subscription.
    Keep up the good work and hope to see more videos!!🤙🏼

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Thank you!!! I feel it’s much better to be humble than pretend to know it all and constantly get called out by people that do know what their doing. I’m really happy with how it turned out. Thanks for subscribing I’m happy you liked the video and glad to have you along ! I hope to have more videos coming soon

    • @tonyaction5284
      @tonyaction5284 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@blackspruce1861 you’re awesome!!!! Keep up the good work. I’m a loyal fan and am very impressed with your skills. Forget those that try and put you down. “ They” are the unfortunate ones🤙🏼🏆

    • @lonefeather49
      @lonefeather49 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      + 1 more subscription....

    • @bruce2104
      @bruce2104 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Damn i want a burger.

  • @karenc5933
    @karenc5933 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Ryan, your outdoor kitchen looks amazing, you did an awesome job, the burgers turned out perfect.😀

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks ! They were awesome ! It’s pretty fun to cook on

    • @notadramamama
      @notadramamama ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope you gave Charlie a burger for helping fetch the kindling. Nice job on the kitchen.

  • @janetkoball44
    @janetkoball44 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Great job on the outside kitchen....
    Food looked so delicious. Loved the video and the block stove. Thanks
    From Central Oklahoma

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you !! it was pretty tasty !

  • @stacywilson1540
    @stacywilson1540 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This was great! Much respect for any man who can build AND cook. I really enjoyed watching this.

  • @tinam5330
    @tinam5330 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I can’t believe it. I have been looking for some one that makes one like my Dad made when I was little and now have the design to make it. Thank you.😊

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That is awesome! my dad has a block grill too its quite a bit different but I've always wanted to make one too. you're very welcome

  • @jenniferanguiano6984
    @jenniferanguiano6984 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Very impressive! A lot of times people don’t realize the hard work that goes into building useful things. As a woman that enjoys building my own farmhouse wood furniture (my boys do all the building. I do the instructing 😂 They do an awesome job and they’re just teenagers.) I must say that your cutting table is beautiful! Burgers look great too. Now I just have to talk my boys into building me one. Thanks for the inspiration.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you !!! it wasn't to bad your boys will probably enjoy it

    • @ludacrees
      @ludacrees 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂😂😂

    • @JNYC-gb1pp
      @JNYC-gb1pp 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I used to find myself more attached to stuff until i learned how to make it myself - now I think 'even if i lose X, i didn't lose the skill i learned to build it'. I had to move recently and leave a lot of stuff behind and the stuff I made was the easiest to let go of because it was a result of skill I STILL had rather than the result of $ i paid which I'd have to re earn to rebuy.

  • @rubinrowles9634
    @rubinrowles9634 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Respect Brother! Anyone that builds their own stuff is awesome in my book!

  • @richeerich561
    @richeerich561 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Everything about this video is so good. Thank you for sharing

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      awesome Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Lunitarium
    @Lunitarium ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'll be doing a similar build at some point with dry stack stone instead of block. It's both easier and harder, because while I also dont know how to lay block, dry stacking takes a long time and a lot of rock to get the job done. Loved seeing your process, especially adding the table.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      cool . one guy commented that he built one very similar and used liquid nails to hold it together. I enjoyed building the table . it was nice and simple

  • @Speckled_Butterfly7206
    @Speckled_Butterfly7206 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    First off, I love your dog. And I am very glad to have found this. I am hoping to buy a house for my family and I have many project ideas towards being more self sustaining than being stuck using electricity all the time. Thank you for doing this video.🫡

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      me too he's my buddy !! thats awesome , you should check out the rest of my channel I have a couple more videos on this out door kitchen and several cabin videos that might be right up your alley . thanks watching I'm really happy you liked it !!

  • @supajudah84
    @supajudah84 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Don’t know how this made it to my recommended but I’m glad it did. Amazing execution. That grill will be there for hundreds of years. You should chisel out your name on it.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks !! I'm glad it made it there too , I'm hoping it lasts that long

  • @Chris-yy7qc
    @Chris-yy7qc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I like the part where you made a wooden mold, poured way too much concrete into it and then just left the mold in there because the hole was basically filled with concrete. Reminds me of some of my projects. Haha.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      LOL well it did still serve its purpose of giving me a level surface to screed my concrete from

    • @Chris-yy7qc
      @Chris-yy7qc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@blackspruce1861 Just make the concrete thin enough and itll level itself out. I learned that over the years. 🙂
      Whenever I have to pour a concrete slab today, Im making my life a lot easier and simply dig a hole and fill it with thin concrete.
      Anyways: Your outdoor kitchen came out awesome! Watching your video made me want to build my own. 🙂

  • @jordanknoll2864
    @jordanknoll2864 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I love this man! Awesome job and thank you so much for film this for us. 🙏

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome thanks!! I’m just happy everyone’s liking it so much

  • @Sarah_Gwyllt
    @Sarah_Gwyllt ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Absolutely loved this. The outdoor grill idea was so cool and the burger towards the end looked fantastic. I want to do something similar to this one day but as a pizza oven.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks!! A pizza oven would be great too

    • @Sarah_Gwyllt
      @Sarah_Gwyllt ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackspruce1861 :)

  • @miconn69
    @miconn69 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best part about watching videos like this are the ideas it inspires. I'm digging the cook station and will probably build one like it myself with a rocket stove beside it and cover it with a simple shed roof on posts. Thank you for planting the seed.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      I could see that use the rocket stove for boiling water and cooking with pots . cool idea . I've been thinking of maybe putting a roof over it this summer

  • @jflow222
    @jflow222 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now this is great living! Can truly appreciate a good outdoor oven. Thank you for sharing this!!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      it really is nice to have ! happy to share I'm glad you liked it !

  • @timwaddell7499
    @timwaddell7499 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pretty awesome!!!! The hard work you put into this makes the food taste even better!!! That was a good looking burger

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! It sure does feel good firing it up for the first time, yeah it was a really good burger

  • @jlmain5777
    @jlmain5777 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great project and Charlie is the perfect companion.

  • @hmdeassis
    @hmdeassis ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this experience with us. Great job!!

  • @vass169
    @vass169 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely gorgeous, super, fantastic! Nice work, hope it brings you all many years of good food and good times!

  • @michaelmixon2479
    @michaelmixon2479 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very impressive building and cooking skills. Your pup is very impressive as well!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! he's my buddy and such a good dog

  • @jimbasham70
    @jimbasham70 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    LOVE YOUR CAN DO SPIRIT, MY DAD WAS A MASTER BRICKLAYER, I HAULED BRICK IN MORTAR BUT NEVER LEARNED THE ART. GOOD JOB

  • @susanprice7202
    @susanprice7202 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Again, another fabulous video...not only can you build the block kitchen but you also know your way around cooking up a great burger! Congrats on all of your skills and hard work!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks !! every time someone comments on this video it makes me want to go cook some burgers on it lol .

  • @ShadyNationGaming
    @ShadyNationGaming 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Man can do it all Clean, cook, and build 😮😮

  • @shawnmundhan8169
    @shawnmundhan8169 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent job
    , it’s an outdoor kitchen. Would’ve loved an invite to the cookout. No one mentioned the culinary skills and the fact it worked for the intended purpose.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! sorry I had no idea you were hungry lol

  • @michaelpfau1150
    @michaelpfau1150 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a great job. Like you I have never laid a brink in my life nor have a played in cement, but I have always wanted an outdoor kitchen. Well done.. You have inspired me. Thanks for sharing .

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks that’s awesome!! Always happy to share when people enjoy it!

  • @sectionbooe
    @sectionbooe หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Cracking job. It's like most of anything else the more you use it the better it gets. Nice video

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks glad you liked it!!

  • @joer6248
    @joer6248 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks good! I remember seeing grills like that at campgrounds when I was a kid.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!! really that's cool all I remember are the post style ones

  • @jedidiahhendricks8572
    @jedidiahhendricks8572 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly I respect this a lot. The day that I get a house will be my best day ever. Because I won’t be starting with a house. Just a piece of land that I build on. Keep it up man. Looks amazing. I might take your idea for my own place. Much appreciation brother.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you !!! It really is nice to build your own place because you know its new and you know exactly how it was built and you can plan it the way you want it . also the grill is really fun to cook on !

  • @paulkish007
    @paulkish007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everyone should consider outdoor kitchen. Smart!

  • @Bcharns
    @Bcharns 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I admire anyone willing to give it a try on their own. 👍🏻

  • @KP-rz3gk
    @KP-rz3gk 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Nice to watch a video and actually think, “hey, I bet I could do that.”

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m glad that’s what you got out of it because You definitely can ! Thanks

  • @jpara617
    @jpara617 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pretty relaxing just to watch, also am inspired to make my own now. I live in a cabin in the woods so it just makes sense...

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed the video !! I really think you'll enjoy it I know I do .

  • @kind581
    @kind581 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That turned out our beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks !! happy you liked it !!

  • @MsElimore
    @MsElimore ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Congratulations !!! ... It looks amazing... It would be convenient in the future to create a wooden pergola to cover the kitchen area and create an area where you can be with your family and spend an afternoon grilling outdoors. Regards from Israel.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you !! that would be very nice . it may be something I do at some point . greetings

  • @jimmywalker2429
    @jimmywalker2429 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Good job! I built a very similar outdoor cooking station. I did 2 things differently. I used Liquid Nails and filled the empty blocks with sand. It's been 4 years ago this past summer. It's been a delight to use.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks !!! man I wish I would have known that I could have had it done in no time using that method . I believe it I'm really enjoying mine too . it's like cooking over a camp fire without having to get so low to the ground.

    • @jimmywalker2429
      @jimmywalker2429 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@blackspruce1861 not to worry, you did a fine job. I suspect using mortar and quick Crete to fill the voids was more cost effective. It took, iirc about 12 tubes...the sand was free from the creek. Regardless, I know you're enjoying it, I know I have enjoyed mine. Best of luck in your endeavors.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jimmywalker2429 it might have been but I bet glue would be quick

  • @sylviaruth5008
    @sylviaruth5008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome guy!!!! Man oh man, I’m going to have to get with my grandson and try to build this. You did a great job. Thanks for sharing.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!! Anytime. I bet you two will have a great time with it

  • @jackieburns638
    @jackieburns638 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you 🙏 for showing us how to do all these skills! I enjoyed watching so much and I learned a few things also! Thank you 🙏 again and God bless you AND your family! Take good care of yourself!!!! 🙏👍😎

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      you are very welcome !!! thank you for watching

  • @carolynsteele-pv1ls
    @carolynsteele-pv1ls 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    LOVE your outdoor cooking station! As a cook I’d like to see the addition of some type of burner for cooking foods like beans, soups, stews in pots.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks !! I really enjoy cooking on it too. That sounds like a pretty good idea I'll put some thought into it

  • @feathersky860
    @feathersky860 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That LOOKS DELICIOUS 😎 GREAT NEW KITCHEN

  • @jiggsj5473
    @jiggsj5473 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great inspirational video. Know with absolute certainty how I will build my own. Many Thanks, my best to you and Charlie.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks!! might want to add a layer of fire brick inside the fire box . I've had tons of people mention that and I thought about doing it when I was building it but I was being cheap lol.

  • @lbrown6859
    @lbrown6859 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dang man, its Saturday evening and I'm starving now that I watched this!! Looks absolutely delicious!!

  • @bethgruenewald7463
    @bethgruenewald7463 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the cooking station Ryan!

  • @greggminkoff6733
    @greggminkoff6733 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The secret to cooking on a griddle is to create several heat zones. For your setup that can be accomplished by where you place the coals under the griddle and how many.
    I would also suggest a 3/16 inch metal tray to put your charcoal or wood in. This will make cleanup a lot easier and the most important thing is it'll prevent your cement blocks from cracking.
    The blocks that you have chosen are not heat resistant and are susceptible to cracking and falling apart from high heat.
    Just my thoughts.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I have been thinking about possibly buying a sheet of thin steel cutting and bending it into a three sided box that’s an inch or 2 smaller each way then drilling a few holes on each side putting some bolts through as spacers to hold it in place

    • @bradbonnema5979
      @bradbonnema5979 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mix some fireclay with mortar mix and coat fire area with thin layer of that mix. Check with masons or bricklayers in your area to get ideas on how to do that effectively. Man, that burger does look good!!!

  • @revk8611
    @revk8611 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I went through so many videos trying to find the outdoor grill I want to build for leisure and back up for the power outages we get occasionally in Canada with the weather. You nailed it. I love this set up!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome thanks !! glad it helped

  • @eli92
    @eli92 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You did an incredible job. Looks fantastic. Way to go 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @SkyWalker33-sg1mh
    @SkyWalker33-sg1mh 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Mannnnn
    One thing I’ve learned along my 25 yr journey in skilled trades is
    Once you’ve mastered yours
    Your skill set applies to ANYTHING else you do and you walk right thru that park too💯
    I kno a craftsman when I see one, and sir you are that exactly 🧰⚒️🔧📐
    👌🏽You did a DAMN good job

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks !! the trades definitely seem to carry over to others a bit. I'm glad you liked it !!

  • @JakubMMajewski
    @JakubMMajewski ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is great, thanks! I ended last year (literally - signed the papers on the 30th of December) by buying four acres of land. However, we do not have anywhere near enough money yet to actually move there (like, even if I could build a house myself, it'll be a while before we can afford the raw materials), and so I've been thinking about smaller things we can do to enjoy our land in the meantime. An outdoor kitchen was definitely something on my mind, but I was thinking of doing something much more primitive - literally just a stack of bricks. This is inspiring me to do more. That having been said, when you started cooking your burger... let's just say that watching that, in the coldest days of February, with the earliest good weather for outdoor cooking being months away, that produced some mixed emotions ;).

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome congratulations on the new land ! Winters not the time for masonry work but once it’s built you might find you like cooking outdoors in the winter too I’m really finding that I enjoy it a lot. My last video we cooked breakfast and dinner on this outside had a great time!

    • @elizabethturpin2562
      @elizabethturpin2562 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats! I thought the same but found a shed we can convert on rent to own. Just thought I’d let ya know in case that is something that would work for you and your family.

    • @JakubMMajewski
      @JakubMMajewski ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@elizabethturpin2562 Thanks for the advice! There is actually a building on the neighbouring property that looks like it could do for a while, if the owner would let us rent it, as it's literally ten metres from the boundary of our property. Since the purchase is so recent, we haven't had a chance to even meet them, but certainly that's one thing I will be looking into.

    • @elizabethturpin2562
      @elizabethturpin2562 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JakubMMajewski Good luck and God bless with everything!! :)

    • @JakubMMajewski
      @JakubMMajewski ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elizabethturpin2562 Thanks! God bless you too!

  • @victoriadearrillaga5149
    @victoriadearrillaga5149 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think it turned out Fabulous! CHARLIE cracked me up chewing on those small branches

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!! he's such a goof ball

  • @smokinjoe3117
    @smokinjoe3117 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job on this cool little outdoor project. Nothing wrong with learning a new skill like laying block. Although I have to deduct a few points for using lighter fluid to get the charcoal lit.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks !! I will have to get a charcoal chimney quite a few people have said it tastes better without the lighter fluid . I've got to find out

    • @smokinjoe3117
      @smokinjoe3117 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackspruce1861 yes definitely get yourself a charcoal chimney

    • @anothersomebody8195
      @anothersomebody8195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blackspruce1861 get some cowboy charcoal. It doesn't have lighter flyid in the coals either, and tastes fanrastic. You won't do the briquettes after trying the cowboy brand

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anothersomebody8195 I’ll have to see if anyone around here sells it I don’t recall seeing that brand around

    • @anothersomebody8195
      @anothersomebody8195 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackspruce1861 I got mine at an ace, but this store tends to stock brewery stuff too. More of the specialty products. Just buy something that's lump coal. I never knew briquettes tasted nasty until I tasted what lump coal is like.

  • @mimigee5631
    @mimigee5631 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a fabulous 👌🏿 👏🏾 job.
    Your brick work was good. The grilling and food was even better 😋 Thanks for sharing 👍🏾

  • @maxrivera9825
    @maxrivera9825 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What and incredible video. Exactly what I needed to see to start my project. Thank you so much for your time.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you !! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

  • @myfamismyrocx6519
    @myfamismyrocx6519 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mind blown we don’t learn this type of stuff in the hood lol I wish I had someone to teach me this so I could teach my son this was amazing. I didn’t recognize half the materials you used I wouldn’t know where to begin. Great skill set you have.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!! honestly other than pouring concrete nobody really taught me any of the other stuff mostly trial and error learning . thanks glad you enjoyed it !!

  • @markemert6902
    @markemert6902 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's a heck of a outdoor cooking station. Hope Charlie got a burger too...;) Great video!!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! and Charlie definitely got a burger .

  • @GultenA529
    @GultenA529 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oh my! great job! You are a very handy and creative guy. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Greetings from Arizona.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you !!! Hi from Michigan

  • @ronacosta6658
    @ronacosta6658 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great job. And it was fun watching your dog too. What a wonderful companion.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you !! he sure is !!

  • @therealgirlinthewoods
    @therealgirlinthewoods ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Looks great and glad it worked out like you hoped! Sure woulda loved an invite! 😂 I'll take a raincheck.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!! I did invite you guys was last minute but ok I’ll get you a rain check

  • @John5ive
    @John5ive ปีที่แล้ว +3

    awesome build. been wanting one of these myself. Maybe consider lining the areas where you have fire with fire brick. Don't cement them in so you can change them out. A roof over that would be next level outdoor kitchen. as I'm writing this, the onions are sizzling in my ears!!!! bet it smelled awesome!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I was thinking of that or maybe some clay .I might do a roof but still a little unsure if I want one. oh yeah it smelled and tasted great .

    • @TheWestlandgirl
      @TheWestlandgirl ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackspruce1861 You will definitely want one when it rains.

  • @tonyz6421
    @tonyz6421 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like you figured things out just fine! Excellent job 👍🏼I also love the wood you brought back to life, it's beautiful 👍🏼✝️

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks !! isn't that great how a pine of wood can look all weathered and you plane it down there's good stuff

    • @tonyz6421
      @tonyz6421 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackspruce1861 👍🏻YES!

  • @williambrown6721
    @williambrown6721 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    As a retired bricklayer you sir! Done a very good job 👍... plain and simple most people need to realize that the concrete footer is the most important part of the job!!... great! Video my friend...

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks !! I agree if you don't have a good footer its not going to last well . thanks again glad you enjoyed it !!

  • @angelika77st
    @angelika77st ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I clicked on the video because the stove looks great. I would like to build something like it. Thanks for sharing. ❤🎉

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks I'm really happy you liked it !!

  • @gosmoothgolight7567
    @gosmoothgolight7567 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Wow ... A "good job, well done", sir! I'm just putting the finishing touches on my first-ever mini cabin and I agree, just getting started is the biggest hurdle. Watching you, Dave and Brooke is just about all the instruction I've had. I've learned tons just from doing the work. Thanks for sharing, Ryan ... Enjoy and God Bless you & yours
    P.S. Is that one of Dave's custom blades you're using? I've been super pleased with the Model 01 he made for me :) Later

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you !! that's awesome you're building yourself a cabin I would love to see what you built . yeah it really is seems like sometimes you just have to stop thinking about how you're going to do it and just get started . I'm more than happy to share I'm glad you enjoyed it . No thats actually a knife I built . back when he was making knives he asked me if I wanted to start a knife shop together and it sounded great so I started making knives too and I really enjoy it . we didn't end up doing that because I think it was Brooke that wisely reminded us that going into business with family or friends can potentially ruin that family or friendship . and I think that was really good call I wasn't ready at the time . But yeah it's one of mine all the knives I've used in my videos are ones I've made . I think I'm going to make some kind of chiefs knife for more cooking videos. well hey thanks again and I'm happy you're going for it on your cabin very cool.

    • @gosmoothgolight7567
      @gosmoothgolight7567 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blackspruce1861 ... A big hang-up for me was "location" as I'm not in a heavily wooded area of Michigan. I do have a North-facing view of a woodlot, though ... really nice colors this year! I'm really happy with my first attempt, and I can already see how I'd make it better if I ever do find a more backwoods location ... but the heat from my wood stove should feel just as good this winter here as anyplace else :) I'll have to send pictures of my progress sometime. Later, my friend!

  • @wildcat4478
    @wildcat4478 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s great work 👍👍👍

  • @brendacruz721
    @brendacruz721 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful work young man ! My respect 🙏 love how you did everything

  • @PLATINUMCASTLE813
    @PLATINUMCASTLE813 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW - you did well, the project came out awesome and kudos to Mr. Charlie, too!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks !!! charlies pretty handy if you need to dig or throw sticks lol

  • @bezmark7528
    @bezmark7528 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome job. Just a suggestion. Put some fire brick on the bottom, at least, of your fire pit. Concrete block will crack with the heat and I’ve seen it explode. Nothing beats an outdoor meal on open fire !

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      I 've been thinking about doing that

    • @magogon70
      @magogon70 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly,i have seen big explosion if over concrete,its very dangerous

  • @jenniferchambers5746
    @jenniferchambers5746 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good job

  • @homayounazarnoush5699
    @homayounazarnoush5699 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are master in bricklayer, well done 👍

  • @troyseal9877
    @troyseal9877 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2 acre lot on a river in east Tennessee. I was thinking of doing a outdoor kitchen. This is similar to something I want. Thanks for posting and you did a perfectly good job.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome !! Tennessee is such a nice state . I've gone down there a few times for whitewater kayaking ,and keep thinking it would be nice to build a little cabin down there to dodge our winters . I'm glad you liked the video . one thing you might want to change is to line the fire boxes with fire brick . it will help the block hold up from the heat a lot longer . and use refractory mortar for the blocks in the firebox area , the bottom stays cool and doesn't need anything special . mine's still holding up fine but over time would last longer with those improvements .

  • @bvan1970
    @bvan1970 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What a cool project! I’m curious how the chimney worked out. Where you able to get a draft pulling the smoke through? Oh yeah, that burger looked amazing.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks! . yes it does work . when you are getting the fire going without the griddle on top it does nothing , but when you set the griddle over the fir it starts to draw . I do think it would draw a little better if I would have had it even one block higher though . still it does keep a lot of the smoke out of your face . oh yeah it was a good burger for sure

    • @andrewandrew4970
      @andrewandrew4970 ปีที่แล้ว

      "One block higher"
      Hello NASA?

  • @detzlerangela
    @detzlerangela ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I try to do as much on my own around my home as I can. I am raising three boys alone. We have taught ourselves how to deer hunt. How to put on a roof. How to build a chicken coop, etc. If it was not for people posting their project videos. I would be in debt trying to hire contractors. So Thank you for posting. I think you did a great job. You have influenced me to build one of these in my back yard this summer. I might have missed at the beginning of the video. What was your dimensions of that? And a supply list? How many bricks, bags of cement, etc? Thank you!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats great !. I don't remember the amount of any of the materials. its 2'x4'. I think I went 4 rows high of 8'block. Really it might be nicer if it was 1 row shorter, that would depend on how deep in the ground your footing is. I think around 15 4x16x8'' solid block the footing has to be a bit bigger than 2x4 2'6''x4'6 ''would workaround 9 bags of redi mix for that . a bunch of 2x4x8 standard block and some mortar I used a redimix style for that too. found the grate on amazon . the griddle is MMMUSA

  • @annsantonino9103
    @annsantonino9103 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you. It’s great to see how it’s done from the beginning to end and the food looks delicious. I can only imagine the awesome aroma of grilled foods.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  หลายเดือนก่อน

      you're very welcome !! same here makes me want to grill something just thinking about it . glad you liked it thanks so much !!

  • @Re-cycles408
    @Re-cycles408 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Angle grinder , the right tool for just about any job 😂❤❤❤

  • @suburbanworkshop
    @suburbanworkshop ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really like the MMM-USA griddle, went to the website to check them out. A little pricey however it will last forever made of thick 304 SS.. Good job. Give an update after a while, I am curious as to whether cinder blocks will hold up to the heating/cooling cycles. I would have thought a layer of fire brick in the fire box areas would make it last longer....no cracking.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes that griddle is pretty awesome . I put a little butter on it and hardly anything stuck to it . super heavy duty I bet it weighs probably between 15 and 20 pounds.
      I agree fire brick would be a good idea , but I was on a bit of a budget . I think having a layer of solid block on the bottom and sides of the fire box will be sufficient for a while I don't think the cinder blocks will get a lot of heat being under the solid block. I definitely should have used refractory mortar but at 50 bucks a bag I wasn't buying it if it breaks I will upgrade later

  • @rushsoriano4767
    @rushsoriano4767 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job! Where can I buy that grill pan? You did an amazing job. I want to make one for myself. 👍🏽👍🏽

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks !! the company is called MMMUSA

  • @aulton1968
    @aulton1968 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great thanks. Weve decided to follow this guide for our own outdoor kitchen in our backyard. Hope ours turns out as well as yours. We have seen a lot of other guides and design ideas on the internet. Yours looks like the most practical, attainable, and cost effective solution I have found. My wife is from Mexico, and we want to build something that we can also use with a round clay comal.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks !! thats awesome I'm sure it will turn out great . you might want to not be a cheapskate like me and use refractory mortar and line the fire boxes with fire brick . I just lined one side to boil some maple syrup on . that video will be up tomorrow morning I think 10:30 .

  • @robbehr8806
    @robbehr8806 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any landing you can walk away from, is a good one. It turned out really well. Congratulations!

  • @harrisonmarira2062
    @harrisonmarira2062 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are missing a big chunk of life if you don't have an off grid place

  • @Jeremiah-hn6jp
    @Jeremiah-hn6jp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The wood on your cutting board and work station is gorgeous. The burger looked amazing. I got vicarious pleasure from watching this. And I like your dog.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks ! that's great kinda what I was going for , me too he's my buddy!

  • @MariaGarcia-ik5si
    @MariaGarcia-ik5si 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing i loved it!! 100% in building it and 100% on the burgers!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome glad you enjoyed it !! thanks !!

  • @spookshilljoe7376
    @spookshilljoe7376 ปีที่แล้ว

    As long as it serves its purpose is a good job!!! Great job!!!

  • @trumpwon2240
    @trumpwon2240 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You took " A job worth doing is worth doing well" to a whole new level.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      well thank you thats a good way to look at it