My DREAM OBSERVATORY has a ROLL-OFF ROOF!

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  • @johnkasianowicz6536
    @johnkasianowicz6536 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice job. You’ll have fun with your own back yard observatory.
    1) You can fix the protruding beam with an electric planer.
    2) The windows could be improved with flashing under the siding.
    3) Adding a length of angle iron and several angle brackets will keep the roof attached passively to the structure without the need for locking the roof manually.
    4) if you used hinges and pintels, the door could swing out, not impinge the inside floor space, and the door would still remain secure.
    5) Installing lightweight rigid foam insulation between the rafters and putting the radiant barrier inside the structure would improve the latter’s performance. Allowing the radiant barrier to come in contact with the metal roof sheets allows heats to transfer into the building via conduction, which is best to avoid.
    Contact me if you have any questions.

  • @outputcoupler7819
    @outputcoupler7819 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Looks incredible, I am jealous.
    A quick note on wind, re: 26:50. I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss the possibility that wind could move the roof on its own without the turnbuckles. Roofs are big, so wind has a huge area to act on and generate force. It also generates lift, reducing the force needed to get the roof moving. A 30 mph wind perpendicular to a 15 square foot gable would generate about 35 pounds of force.
    So it's a very good thing you installed the turnbuckles. Even if that kind of wind isn't normal, a bad storm could hit it just right to ruin your day.

    • @NebulaPhotos
      @NebulaPhotos  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ah, good to know. Didn't mean to say that with any kind of authority and what you write does make total sense. Glad I put those in!

  • @rupertkingsley
    @rupertkingsley ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Ah yes. The bum shuffle is a well known solution to slippery surfaces 😂

  • @brooklyngraham1151
    @brooklyngraham1151 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Congratulations on your new observatory! It's an achievement that most astronomers never attain, but yours is very nice indeed. I've been director of my Astronomy Club's Observatory on and off for years, and live in a very similar climate to yours, upstate NY, where snow is a given in the winter, and lots of it. I wanted to make a suggestion concerning your exposed roof rails. We tried the heater tape solution, but ice still managed to be a problem. The only way we were able to completely avoid ice and snow build up on the rails was to cover them. One of our members came up with an ingenious design, using an inverted length of aluminum gutter, mounted on a lightweight frame. You simply place the cover over the rails when you are finished observing, and they remain protected from the elements. The rail covers hang on brackets installed on the rear of the building when not in use, including the summer months. Hope this idea will help you.

  • @Wheeljack678
    @Wheeljack678 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Nice job Niko. I built myself a mini-observatory last summer (very small - room for one telescope) and did everything myself, by hand. Using it throughout this winter has been absolutely worth the effort I put in. Think I last polar aligned and calibrated PHD2 in September or so.
    Your own observatory will remove so many of the "chores", like setting up, cables, polar aligning etc etc etc. With a setup like this you can go from realizing it's clear outside to be imaging in just a few minutes. Your build was very inspiring to tear down mine, and build myself a bigger one.

  • @douglasestrada26
    @douglasestrada26 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so proud of you Niko, I have 25 years doing construction so even with my experience but limited tools it would be very hard for me to get it done, the way you did it. Congratulations!

  • @charliesheehan9504
    @charliesheehan9504 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Nico. I'm a building contractor ( and novice astro photographer ) in the Boston area. Just wanted to say, nice work and great job describing the process as you go.

  • @aaronm6988
    @aaronm6988 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always enjoy your videos. Maybe you can go on a hike to a 4000 footer with Taylor the Nahamsha hiker and get some high mountain remote observations. Anyway, about that warped beam. I would take the siding off. Scribe a straight line on top of the beam. Use a circle saw to make a first cut. Then, switch to a small chain saw and follow the first cut but at full depth of the beam. It will be rough, but the siding will then fit and look good. Clear skies!

  • @pinkfloydvk
    @pinkfloydvk ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Nico you've done a amazing job.

  • @robb7342
    @robb7342 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking good Nico and having that dry area sure makes a difference. I had my trusses together and mounted onto the rollers overnight when high-winds hit the area overnight. Without the topping, the skelleton moved very easy and in fact, I found the whole thing laying in the tree off the rails in the morning. I doubt this would have happened with the plywood and shingles on, too much weight for the lift. Opted with this option as the plywood is about 1.12lbs/sqft vs steel roofing at 1lbs/sqft. The shingles is where the weight plays a factor at aprox 2lbs/sqft. While strapping for the steel roof does add weight, its not as much as the shingles in total. I do like the added strength though with the plywood. That being said, I think you made the right call going steel. It's been a while, and I could be wrong, but I think the screws normally go on the ridges so as to let water fall away. You may have to keep an eye on the rubber seals over time once they begin to harden and crack.

  • @tubedude54
    @tubedude54 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "A metal bender thingy"... I burst out laughing at that!! lol Hey... I don't know for sure what it's called either but I assume it's a sheet metal handbrake or something like that. I'm making a lot of mental notes watching these videos as I hope to do this very thing this spring... building my own shed observatory.

  • @zedbear1
    @zedbear1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been looking at personal observatories preparing to modify an unused gazebo. After watching your video, I think the gazebo will be leaving now that I've seen two piers inside! Great job of not only design and construction, your video is fantastic. Congrats!

  • @gavinrobinson6908
    @gavinrobinson6908 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome build!! Love your work Nico!A build is never complete without at least 5 trips to Home Depot or Lowe’s haha, clear skies!

  • @NM-ql9er
    @NM-ql9er ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats sir, Its a big job but you made it look simple.

  • @fusyfilm5605
    @fusyfilm5605 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello.
    I enjoyed watching it.
    Working in the snow was tough.
    It's safe to have a roof.

  • @bakerfx4968
    @bakerfx4968 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’ve done amazing work! You also look a bit healthier and more in shape now too haha keep up the good work dude!

  • @drdentin3215
    @drdentin3215 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job, dreams are coming true. John Prine would be proud!

  • @papabear8191
    @papabear8191 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am so happy for you, that's a really amazing project !

  • @garymaker409
    @garymaker409 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks GREAT. You might try a hand plan on that wrapped beam to get your siding to ling back up.

  • @M31glow
    @M31glow ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done, congratulations! Maybe you can add a horizontal double or even triple 2x4 beam and screw it into the observatory's inside sole plate and top plate. Then, get a few 8-inch long construction screws and run them through the 2x10 that is twisted into the horizontal temporary 2x4 beam that you just made. Let it set for a few months and the twist may relieve itself. If it doesn't just leave the beam in place inside the observatory... no one will see it and the outside looks nice and professional.

    • @NebulaPhotos
      @NebulaPhotos  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice idea! I like this more than shaving it or trying to take it down to fix. Thanks!

  • @GenesCustoms.
    @GenesCustoms. ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Nice. I would be proud of that Roll Off.

  • @LearnToStargaze
    @LearnToStargaze ปีที่แล้ว

    Sending this video to my architect. We’ll have both hurricanes and high snow load. Lots to consider!

  • @my-pixels
    @my-pixels ปีที่แล้ว

    👍👍👍Wow, finally! This is amazing news Nico! That plaque is just the cherry on the cake!

  • @landspide
    @landspide ปีที่แล้ว

    Bobby dazzler!!!! 🎉❤

  • @Mobius3c273
    @Mobius3c273 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done Nico. Glad you survived and did not have an accident on that roof in the snow... not sure how long it would have taken for someone to find you, if something went wrong. Scary Mary! Must have taken months of planning before committing yourself. I probably would have knocked up a temporary roof cover, being a bit cautious to take the pressure off.. but then that costs extra I suppose. At the end of the day you got away with it. Your a brave guy doing that all on your own. Top marks looks great :-) enjoy. Btw your videos have helped me out on many occasions with Gimp and Siril and I really appreciate that, thanks.

  • @johnd5244
    @johnd5244 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the name! Paper birch is my favorite tree! New observatory looks fantastic. 👏🏻✨👏🏻

  • @The_Vinceable
    @The_Vinceable ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Nico a dream I would love to fulfill. Just need the house first 😂 alas for now I can live vicariously. Very much appreciate you sharing the journey

  • @molokotoco
    @molokotoco ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Proud of you Nico..🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @CanadianHGHLNDR
    @CanadianHGHLNDR ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like the John Prine toque!

  • @joseborges8479
    @joseborges8479 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations, good job. Reminded me when I was building my gazebo using steel roof panels as well.

  • @alandyer910
    @alandyer910 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on the milestone! 🎉

  • @Dana_Watson
    @Dana_Watson ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not sure how the bee population is in your area, but you may want to check into carpenter bee nesting ideas around the treeline to lure them away from your observatory. Here in the south, they absolutely love fresh lumber.

  • @lookspacethings
    @lookspacethings ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Awesome! Looking forward to see the first images taked using the observatory!

  • @davidjennings2733
    @davidjennings2733 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Niko and congratulations on the new observatory. Well done sir, well done. I also like the name and the sign.
    Clear skies and thank you for sharing.

  • @commander-tomalak
    @commander-tomalak ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice, this is looking great! Congrats, Nico!

  • @dbkokinda
    @dbkokinda ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations! Love the name and the design.

  • @drunk_astronomy
    @drunk_astronomy ปีที่แล้ว

    Move over Bob Villa! Looks great I’m jealous.

  • @Notagain640
    @Notagain640 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely project. I wish I had enough land to be able to do something similar. For now, I have to carry my 10" dob outside every night it's clear, which is about twice a month at the moment 🙂

  • @melvyndavis2745
    @melvyndavis2745 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fantastic job! And you somehow created an engaging documentary single-handed? Amazing!

  • @jster91
    @jster91 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressive project! Great work! I wish my HOA would allow me to do this. I need to move! :)

  • @NatSciWk
    @NatSciWk ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing Nico! Well done. And seeing the snow was great on a hot summer day down here :-)

  • @johnkulczycki3021
    @johnkulczycki3021 ปีที่แล้ว

    Get a bit of 3/16ths plywood and trace the contour of your roof panels on it. Cut out the contour and then attach the plywood to a telescopic pole. That way you can get the snow off the roof very effectively after a snow storm.

  • @Erikenstein
    @Erikenstein 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! Paper Birch Observatory! Amazing!

  • @thomasgowen4563
    @thomasgowen4563 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, just binged the series, love the first video you’re digging with crocs and this video or maybe last you’ve moved on to some good looking work boots, awesome work man keep it up

  • @markmayer9290
    @markmayer9290 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations - this episode of the observatory build literally tied everything together! I'm truly impressed at your DIY skills. Clear Skies.

  • @junktrunk909
    @junktrunk909 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nico, this is so inspiring, thanks for documenting your journey! It seems like you learned a ton along the way and probably feel ready to take on other huge projects going forward (after a break to enjoy this one, haha). Great stuff!

  • @CAPAstro
    @CAPAstro ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on a great job so far !

  • @TevisC
    @TevisC ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats!
    I'm sure you have lessons learned. Please make a follow up video on what you would do different if you did it again.
    I would put the door under the end, instead under where snow can fall off the roof.

    • @NebulaPhotos
      @NebulaPhotos  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought about that, but the way my weather is the door would get lot more abuse that way, and would be more awkward with how the telescopes are positioned. I am working up a presentation of lessons learned for the Astro-Imaging Channel - will be on there March 24th with that presentation.

  • @luboinchina3013
    @luboinchina3013 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Job Nico. I would also suggest adding floor and walls to outside structure to make it a cozy debunking place/studio. Walls will also prevent the roof from the under wind that could lift it up.

    • @NebulaPhotos
      @NebulaPhotos  ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been thinking about that. Thanks Lubo!

  • @SpaceRak
    @SpaceRak ปีที่แล้ว

    27:38 nice name, in my language is, Obserwatorium papierowa brzoza. I wish you many clear skies and wonderful observations. Space connects all of us

  • @BobJohnsonSince1970
    @BobJohnsonSince1970 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congrats on your observatory! Amazing that you essentially did it solo!

  • @AndreasHartung-fl7ho
    @AndreasHartung-fl7ho ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job Nebula Photos. Love your channel and lots of great honest info. Look forward to one day building an observatory too. Greetings from Germany!

  • @rebsredone450
    @rebsredone450 ปีที่แล้ว

    Imagine being able to go to a shop anytime you want… Not in my country 😢.
    Well done man!

  • @BuildingIntegrity
    @BuildingIntegrity 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very excited to see this project complete. Can't wait to see what you achieve in the future!

  • @renedef1
    @renedef1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great build! 👍🏻

  • @Astro_Shed
    @Astro_Shed ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking really nice…well done indeed….great build 👏🏻👏🏻
    The bit on the side that was sticking out, could you not grind away the wood to make it flush, it would not alter the integrity of the building at all…and would look better..?

  • @melvyndavis2745
    @melvyndavis2745 ปีที่แล้ว

    SO SO professional! Congratulations.

  • @anthonysauter5368
    @anthonysauter5368 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on this magnificient build Nico! All the best from Switzerland and once again thank you for your amazing work

  • @craigmantle5362
    @craigmantle5362 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! As a professional builder myself, I’m impressed with your attention to detail. Nice work!

  • @Jacobnsjd
    @Jacobnsjd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video nico!

  • @skywatcherca
    @skywatcherca ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video and commentary - thank you - this video is very helpful. I am a subscriber.

  • @verizon9791
    @verizon9791 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great observatory so far! So jealous of the space and time you have there in the US to build this. I dream some day I have the opportunity to build something like this here in the Netherlands :D

  • @AaronDalton1
    @AaronDalton1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking great! Can definitely relate to the slippery metal roof work 😂 glad you made it down in one piece.

  • @afryhover
    @afryhover ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking good, well done 👍👍

  • @Peyre
    @Peyre ปีที่แล้ว

    Nico, you are a cool guy!

  • @rmf11699
    @rmf11699 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet build

  • @afd33
    @afd33 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The heat tape is a good idea. I hadn't seen anybody else do it, but it seems like a no brainer in snowy areas. I'd imagine the same stuff people use in their gutters would work nicely.

  • @joeniemeyer8874
    @joeniemeyer8874 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The little windows are a nice touch. You have made a tiny home for your telescopes!

    • @outputcoupler7819
      @outputcoupler7819 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not just aesthetic, but functional too. Mold and mildew likes dark spaces. Windows help keep that to a minimum.

  • @tyshantz8675
    @tyshantz8675 ปีที่แล้ว

    Safety glasss bro! Especially with that nailer. Love your videos 🇨🇦

  • @Jacobnsjd
    @Jacobnsjd ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cant wait to see it!

  • @DaBigDawg1978
    @DaBigDawg1978 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job Niko!!

  • @diakoniaflorida3318
    @diakoniaflorida3318 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done on "The Paper Birch Observatory" Now all you need are clear skies

  • @MrGp3po
    @MrGp3po 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderful. I may never build an observatory but it’s fun to watch these videos.

  • @johnadastra1754
    @johnadastra1754 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats on your efforts. An observatory is the next level in AP :). That's the same metal roofing I used on my own. The top cap can be ventilated to let go of the summer heat, and they make some screened vents that fit over the profile of the sheeting cross section underneath.
    Happy observing!

  • @ChrisDrakesPage
    @ChrisDrakesPage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would suggest attaching your stairs using heavy hinges or some other type of pivot to allow them to move with frost heave without them tearing themselves off the side of the building.

    • @NebulaPhotos
      @NebulaPhotos  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ah, good idea! I'll look into that

  • @peterleveillee1321
    @peterleveillee1321 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks good, you are more ambitious than I am, I am waiting for warm weather to begin my project. I remember that storm here in Rhode Island, you got a good winter to do this project, unfortunately Global Warming is making our winters milder.

  • @markbabbitt1472
    @markbabbitt1472 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well Done sir!

  • @ronm6585
    @ronm6585 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great. Thanks for sharing.

  • @larrychristianson2244
    @larrychristianson2244 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats Nico, well done.

  • @MikeTaylor-tw5wb
    @MikeTaylor-tw5wb ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm very jealous, looking forward to seeing what you can do with it

  • @daviddoudouable
    @daviddoudouable ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!!!!!!!!! ❤

  • @Jbzy3000
    @Jbzy3000 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is an incredible build and idea. Got a new subscriber. This is something I may build, lol my shed was supposed to be for streaming

  • @andyrawlins
    @andyrawlins ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow what a beautiful 'garden'. So much work though to build this. Amazing :)

  • @jimgarasich7328
    @jimgarasich7328 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome job 👍

  • @chrisastro300
    @chrisastro300 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YAY

  • @astronome66
    @astronome66 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woot! Bravo Nico!!! So happy for you. A job well done plus the satisfaction of having done it yourself. Fantastic name too. Cheers!

  • @briantheprimateastro
    @briantheprimateastro ปีที่แล้ว

    Great progress my man! I am excited for you! Such a milestone!

  • @seventhsun1
    @seventhsun1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Nico! Well done. I admire your attention to the details.

  • @calimark7448
    @calimark7448 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Clear skies my friend.

  • @4-MinuteMiles
    @4-MinuteMiles ปีที่แล้ว

    congrats. great job

  • @charlesrichardson4839
    @charlesrichardson4839 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All your research, planning and hard work paid off. It appears to be a very well built and functional observatory and you should be very proud of your accomplishment and It is going to be an inspiration to others to build their own even if they don't think they have the skills to do it. Well done and clear skies!

  • @steveg4iwr
    @steveg4iwr ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the Obs and the name. Well done.

  • @AnthonyScandurra
    @AnthonyScandurra ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic job, Nico! Your videos throughout the project have been both very informative and enjoyable to watch. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.

  • @alineradventureswithsimons79
    @alineradventureswithsimons79 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so happy for you Nico. This is great!

  • @IamArtimon-ui4co
    @IamArtimon-ui4co ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrat's ! Very lovely observatory! Awesome. Wish you fantastic nights in.

  • @KingLoopie1
    @KingLoopie1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to the rest of the interior work of your dream! 👍👍

  • @guygaron1162
    @guygaron1162 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing! Great work. Look forward at seeing pictures from the Paper Birch Observatory :)

  • @uniaddict
    @uniaddict ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the name and the build! Awesome job!

  • @sianikolaou5440
    @sianikolaou5440 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nico, it is awesome to see how far along your Observatory has come and it looks great! Well done and thanks for taking us through the journey!

  • @SteveZodiac777
    @SteveZodiac777 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job!