Mr Caveman, firstly i need to thank you for your videos, and yes i agree they are not 100% but possibly are 99.9% correct, but only due to personal preference I think?? My only observation would be with the roof laying... I would paint the joints before laying anything.... and then follow exactly what you have done, what do you think??
Hi there. Thanks you so much for your generous words of support. The roof joists could be painted but I believe this is unnecessary because the timbers have already been pressure treated with preservative so they can be used outside. Thus, even when exposed to the elements they will be fine for a while. The fact that they will be covered and protected from the elements suggests that they will remain in very good condition for many years to come without any further treatment. However, if someone wants to paint them then go ahead as this will be no detriment. Best wishes, Des
Thanks for posting Des. I’ll be doing a similar build next year. This series is a big help. I was wondering whether you’d considered building in the window opening at the framing stage?
Yes, absolutely. When I do a similar build at some point in the future, I would definitely do this at the framing stage. The thing is that you need to know exactly what you want and where. As this was my first attempt I wasn't quite sure and it's fair to say that things 'evolved' along the way. Appreciate you taking time out to watch my vids. Best wishes, Des
des you have totaly made it so hard for yourself making your window frame you should have pre planned it before you put your framing up easiest method if not is to draw the width depth off your chosen window in the four corners drill holes within the line use a skill saw to each corner hole as the quide your cuts will be totaly straight constructive critisizm if you want a perfect outcome also to much overkill on the build with the cost
Hi there and thanks for dropping by - appreciated. I agree that I could have sorted out the window in a much simpler and quicker manner and the method you described would be spot on. However, as a personal challenge I wanted to see if I could make one and was glad I tried as I learnt a lot from that. At that stage I wasn't expecting to make anything perfect and I made a few mistakes throughout the build which is to be expected. Next time, I would probably buy a pre-made unit. The problem with that, however, is trying to get one that is in keeping with the rest of the unit. With regard to 'overkill' on the cost, I wanted a very strong, durable structure which would last for many years. This would effectively be the precursor to a cabin I hope to eventually build. Although I went way over my estimated 'budget'' I was happy with the final cost which I thought represented very good value for money, especially compared with pre-manufactured units. Best wishes, Des
In the old days before electric screwdrivers every one nailed this sort of job together, or you ended up with arms like Popeye's. The Tacklife roughed out the hole very quickly and you used the jigsaw to refine it to how it should be; it would have taken a lot longer with just the jigsaw. Enjoying the build very much.
And also advise in which way to lay the felt in accordance with the individuals weather.... wind plays a massive factor in roof life.
That Sir is very true indeed and a pertinent observation. Thank you for sharing this. ATB, Des
Make all the windows door opening before you board up saves your self a lot mucking about
I'd probably do it that way in the future. ATB, Des
Another great vid Des. Thought that was Phil Collins when you showed the view of the offcuts falling outward onto the grass 😁
Lol. I'm much better looking than that chancer mate. Des
those window makes all the difference in terms off natural lighting looking forward to see the end product.
Thanks for dropping by again. Hoping to have it all done and dusted by Xmas. Des
Mr Caveman, firstly i need to thank you for your videos, and yes i agree they are not 100% but possibly are 99.9% correct, but only due to personal preference I think?? My only observation would be with the roof laying... I would paint the joints before laying anything.... and then follow exactly what you have done, what do you think??
Hi there. Thanks you so much for your generous words of support. The roof joists could be painted but I believe this is unnecessary because the timbers have already been pressure treated with preservative so they can be used outside. Thus, even when exposed to the elements they will be fine for a while. The fact that they will be covered and protected from the elements suggests that they will remain in very good condition for many years to come without any further treatment. However, if someone wants to paint them then go ahead as this will be no detriment. Best wishes, Des
Really informative video, though was disappointed not to see how you put the actual window in, and can't find a part two for insertion?
Here we go .....
th-cam.com/video/XZCR73vumTI/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=21stCenturyCaveman
Drill holes for jigsaw
Thanks for posting Des. I’ll be doing a similar build next year. This series is a big help. I was wondering whether you’d considered building in the window opening at the framing stage?
Yes, absolutely. When I do a similar build at some point in the future, I would definitely do this at the framing stage. The thing is that you need to know exactly what you want and where. As this was my first attempt I wasn't quite sure and it's fair to say that things 'evolved' along the way. Appreciate you taking time out to watch my vids. Best wishes, Des
I would or use a router
Did you use treated tomber for the main frame
Yes, all of the timber was treated. ATB, Des
07:17. Heeeere’s Desy!
Hip, hip, hoorah! Lol.
des you have totaly made it so hard for yourself making your window frame you should have pre planned it before you put your framing up easiest method if not is to draw the width depth off your chosen window in the four corners drill holes within the line use a skill saw to each corner hole as the quide your cuts will be totaly straight constructive critisizm if you want a perfect outcome also to much overkill on the build with the cost
Hi there and thanks for dropping by - appreciated. I agree that I could have sorted out the window in a much simpler and quicker manner and the method you described would be spot on. However, as a personal challenge I wanted to see if I could make one and was glad I tried as I learnt a lot from that. At that stage I wasn't expecting to make anything perfect and I made a few mistakes throughout the build which is to be expected. Next time, I would probably buy a pre-made unit. The problem with that, however, is trying to get one that is in keeping with the rest of the unit. With regard to 'overkill' on the cost, I wanted a very strong, durable structure which would last for many years. This would effectively be the precursor to a cabin I hope to eventually build. Although I went way over my estimated 'budget'' I was happy with the final cost which I thought represented very good value for money, especially compared with pre-manufactured units. Best wishes, Des
In the old days before electric screwdrivers every one nailed this sort of job together, or you ended up with arms like Popeye's. The Tacklife roughed out the hole very quickly and you used the jigsaw to refine it to how it should be; it would have taken a lot longer with just the jigsaw. Enjoying the build very much.
Thanks Ade. Appreciate your support mate. Hope family are well. Des
@@21stcenturycaveman33 All good thanks Des. Wish the same for you.