Building a Hobbit style root cellar with stone Part III
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.พ. 2025
- This video covers the formwork or "centering" being installed, the stone vaulted ceiling being laid up over this form, and finally the keystones being laid and the forms removed.
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The amount of effort that you didn't show us is almost as amazing as the result.
Thank you so much!
Yeah! I actually waited for this since the second part came out. So much work in real time.
even after watching the videos I don't think people will understand how much work this project was. Very well done Mr Chickadee.
One of the toughest jobs Ive ever done by far
More brilliant than anything I have ever witnessed a single human do. You Sir are a rare creature indeed.
What about four hobbits?
My sentiments exactly! Bravo, Mr. Chicadee! This was certainly worth the wait. Best to you and yours.
Just what I was thinking, best root cellar build I've seen on TH-cam!! You have set the standard!
Did he learn his trade as a hand me down from previous generations of masons? Watching this is mesmerizing. I feel like this is so relaxing to watch. The talent, skill and patients is just incredible. He works at night time. Love this so much.
The amount of confidence you had while hammering at a ton of stone while standing *inside* the structure was inspiring
The structure is designed not to fall down even if there are some minor mistakes. But anw, yes, the courage and belief he gives his work is amazing
Lol exactly
@@laiquocbao2565 Are the middle top stones keeping everything from falling if the mortar fails? I dont really understand whats to keep one of the stones from sliding out if the mortar doesnt dry or hold it properly.
@@SuWoopSparrow the shape makes it impossible for the stones to slide. They are jammed in, for 1 stone to slide they would all have to. Look up key stone arches .
@@SuWoopSparrow gravity holds it together. the weight of the arch is what pinches each block in place. it is not absolutely necessary to use mortar.
Watching Mr. chickadee removing those wooden forms inside his cellar was both a little scary and a thing of beauty at the same time. A wonderful piece of work. Thank you.
Good point!
I would pay a small fortune for a book on all of these forgotten techniques -- material preservation, structure designs, "recipes," etc.
im slowly formulating one, though it will be much cheaper than your price. ;)
@@MrChickadee I will be on the lookout! Can't wait.
Welcome back, I don't know why but the cutting and fitting of key stones has always had a fascination for me. Excellent job. Regards Jim UK.
Really enjoyed this one I think a lot of people learned some Physics on this one. Lots of comments already telling you about thrust and loading, I have no doubt at all, that you have this already planned , can’t wait to see the grass growing Mr Underhill
Thanks for sharing!
Always amazed at the patience of this man
Or maybe the stubbornness
Glad you've found post service peace. Respect.
of all the buildings you have made this is one of the best. the stone work is amazing. root cellars were one of the important parts of most homes. my grandmother had one in the side of a mountain behind her house
Man, this is shaping up brilliantly! Watching you, I have way more respect for our ancestors, who did things this way as a matter of course. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Man the wait for part 3 was long. Hopefully part 4 doesn't take as long. Really impressed with you're building skills.
My grandfather ran a pulp wood business and was a carpenter between the world wars, and when I was young, I dreamt of doing the things you're doing on your channel. Alas, that time has passed for me. Thank you for posting your works.
Your root cellar is coming along nicely. When pulling the formwork it is a test in confidence that you trust your work enough to be inside while removing them.
A very trusting soul for proper cement and rock positioning while knocking out the frame from inside!! Wow..Awesome work Josh!DD
That structure is beyond awesome. The coolest room all summer long.
I was a carpenter for 25yrs and worked on a lot of old farm houses and I saw several of that style of root cellar. Definitely a piece of history. Great job sir!
As a carpenter who is used to working with power tools, anchor bolts, glue, cement, etc... I am in awe.
all things we never had or needed till now...
Love watching him work. He’s not in a hurry, there’s no clock and no deadlines. Just doing something extremely well. The craft is what matters, the workmanship.
This cellar will last far longer than any home build today.
Wow. What a work of craftsmanship and diligence. It is beautiful! And will surely have those who come after you wondering when it was built, since your methods and materials are so simple and true. Enjoy filling it with food now!
I have to be honest with you, after all that work, and the look of it, I think I'd throw together some cinderblock next to it, to bury and use for a root cellar, and I'd move INTO this structure, lol....
After seeing all the work and effort, that goes into this, how is it possible, that some people hit dislike? ...Unbelievable.
Ur work is Jedi!! And you the way u capture it is so accurate snd satisfying!!! The elegance,. determination and execution is unmatched! Glad I found u and wish I had earlierly. Your humbling to say the least. Thank for sharing your masterful skills, patience and knowledge! On point and every movement has a purpose!!! Wow .
No half measures taken. That is a lot of work you have put in. Must be satisfying.
Even though I understand how arches work it’s still amazes me to see an arched structure get built.
Me too. It still seems like it would just collapse in on itself. It's a bunch of rocks in the air.
@@cbalan777 "it's just a bunch of rocks in the air" hahaha i love it
Been watching you since day 1, “Coincidentally” I’ve considered leaving my job since then.
Speechless. When the brace came down, I flinched. But the roof held. Magnificent workmanship.
Glad you liked it!
These videos, though an inspiration, just aren't long enough. I could watch you work for hours and I can't wait for the next video.
Glad you like them!
Incredible determination, fluid skills, and consistent persistence. WOW!
Cheers from New Hampshire.
I can hardly wait to see the final result. Thank you for slowing your project(s) by filming them for us. I pray all is well with you and yours.
I've waited a long time for this lol. I'm absolutely loving it
Ok this is the coolest thing I've seen in a while. I've been wracking my brain on how to support a curved vardo roof for a self made camper. The 3 minutes solved my problem.
It will not be stone, more than likely it will be corrugated sheet metal or fiberglass to save weight.
Thanks man. Sometimes easy solutions get pushed to the side by over thinking the problem. (at least for me)
that's a boy any Dad would be proud of.. teaching my little son to be just this kind of man.. thanks for sharing and putting these videos together.. utmost love and respect to you amazing talented brother!!
give your son a little more self-confidence, not that he always has to listen to his father like a dog. a child has to be able to decide for himself what he wants to become.
show him the way but let him decide if he wants to go.
don't make the mistake i made help him but don't force him. Germany sends greetings.👍🏻
My heart skipped a few beats when you removed the supports. Thank goodness the keystones held, but a helmet never hurts!
Muscle and sinew and patience. With such ingredients comes greatness.
I had my heart ❤ in my mouth when you was removing the ceiling forms, I couldn't help thinking that if this roof cave's in your going to be buried inside under about 30 or so tonnes!!!.
To be honest I'm so so glad that didn't happen... it's looking fantastic and I'm really enjoying the build process well done dear sir , looking forward to seeing the door 🚪 build!!!. 💯% 👍🇬🇧
Patience is key, beautiful work.
Thanks
The basement looks great!
I can imagine that the keystones were heavy.
Just as you set the keystones, the bread ovens were built earlier (or today as a replica) for the family.
Have a nice week.
Thanks so much for showing the process of creating formwork! It's something I've always seen diagrams of, but the process has always eluded me.
ASMR for the soul. Thanks Mr Chickadee. Excellenté
Honestly the relaxing tones of a man at work in nature and the fascinating work you do makes me excited every time you upload a video. Very chill my friend!
Happy to hear that!
Incredible. Heart skipped a beat when that ceiling support came loose.
me too
Amazing craftsmanship and equally good camera and editing. Thanks for the content.
I am sure you've forgotten more than I will ever know. Well done on the build, your skills and knowledge are to be applauded.
Thank you, this reminds me of my ancestors they used to build similar root cellars except they were digging bellow the surface about ten eleven risers the more risers the better the root cellar was considered, as a matter of fact we inherited one of this root cellar and it's better then a fridge. Great work, thanks again.
You ARE a wizard. So much skill! Amazing work!
Thank you so much 😀
I can’t imagine how long it took to cut and fit every single stone. Then you lifted them all yourself? My back hurts just watching this. Truly remarkable, man. I really look forward to your uploads.
You sir are an amazing man. Been following you for sometime now and I can’t get over your level of skill and craftsmanship. To do the work that you do WITHOUT modern electrical tools is a testament that the old ways are still worthy of teaching.
PS: My wife wants to live next to you if we ever have an EMP strike Ha!
This video deserves millions of likes!
Watching you do these things in this day and age is so rewarding. Thanks for all your hard work and documenting it for us. Amazing work.
Thanks for watching!
Bro your awesome I’m a builder, sculptor and I own a couple sawmills and I’m blown away by your diligence and vision not to mention your single handed craftsmanship well done sir
Je tenais à vous dire que je trouve vos réalisations extraordinaires et que vos méthodes de travail méritent tout mon respect
I hope you are doing well. Thank you for all of the hard work and the documenting it for us. Always look forward to another video Mr. Chickadee!!
Amazing, you are a real craftsman Mr. Chickadee.
Great work as always. I was starting to get worried about you because it was getting a bit long between videos. Glad you’re still at it.
Excellent work. Watching you build the support frames and then fit and set those keystones was fascinating. I have a sense of the physical effort, the planning, and the skill involved in this project and I find it all to be very impressive! Thank you.
Amazing stonework and the cellar looks great.
A positively inspiring series, please do a part four.
You are an amazing craftsmen. Very inspirational to watch. Patience and perseverance....
Mr. Chickadee’s skills never fail to impress!
That is amazing! I have to say I had no clue you were removing the wood and when you did I was on the edge of my seat saying what the heck is he doing but it stayed and it is so cool
putting in those arches so that you could lay in the stone for the roof is exactly how people have been building arches for centuries. In fact, this is pretty much exactly how they built the arched ceilings for Notre Dame Cathedral when it was first built, and will likely be used again, when they repair the ceiling.
It's so good to see you again it's been awhile and I'm glad all the projects are moving forward 👍🏾
An incredible amount of work
Love your stone work abilities, just amazing. I really like the way you showed how to do the arch.
That might be the coolest thing I've ever seen built !
What an amazing build! You have incredible skills, I'm amazed at the amount of effort it took to create that arched roof . Can't wait to see it finished and filled with food!
You are one awesome dude. This video made me happy. Congratulations, that was big.
That is trust in yourself, and confidence in your work. Congrats.
Really nice work. It's a joy to watch you work, keep it up.
You’re patience with the process is inspiring. In today’s world everyone wants it now without the work. Nice job on something that 99% of the people watching this video wouldn’t do. Including me :)
So true!
Dear Mr. Chickadee.
👍👌👏 Oh WOW! That barrel vault
is simply fantastic! Just like Guedelon is (okay, it's a "little bit" smaller but still fascinating)! Very well done again and as always! Congrats!
Thanks a lot for making teaching recording editing uploading and sharing.
Best regards, luck, health and wisdom.
Your are a hardworking man !
Excellent work and thanks for showing us how it’s made!
No problem 👍
Superb job. So many skills and talents.
Thank you so much 😀
Incredible. Got so excited when I saw you posted this, and I wasn’t disappointed. Would love to see it stocked with a fall harvest!
Thanks for the idea!
I’d wish i lived a place where this was possible and legal. Just amazing josh👍
Maybe one day!
YEEEEES FINALY PART 3 :D
your builds are awsome , and ibrealy enjoy watching your videos
Also more more more! Love it! Best project on TH-cam right now!
Wow it must have been nerve racking pulling the frames out. Looks like you took great care in shaping the key stones. Super video. If you ever give tours of your buildings I would gladly make the trip to see them.
Off the hook! Thank you both for the inspiration you provide for my life!
Our pleasure!
Bravo Sir!! A grand feat to be proud of.Can't wait to see the door installation.
I'm sure you were thinking, I need to spend more time at the 💪 gym 💪 working out. Anyhow, that construction reminded me of just how much skill, determination and effort (lumber) went into crafting the medieval cathedrals and castles dotted across Europe and Asia. Nicely done. 👍👍👍
Solid work sir, thank you for bringing us along.
I’m sure you’ve heard this many times, but my God you are a Master ! Wish it was possible to apprentice under you .
Thanks man, I'm just a guy learning every day, how little I know, and how much they did!
This is taking form quite well! Very impressive craftsmanship! I can't wait to see the end result.😊
Truly amazing work and pleasing to look at. Great job!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely amazing craftsmanship you have some amazing skills
Beautiful work Mr, Chickadee
Thank you! Cheers!
You one smart cookie ! excellent workmanship luv your tresses.
Wow, it’s beautiful. Amazing work.
It's a work of art, just beautiful
I can only imagine, how satisfied you must have felt, taking the wooden construction away at the end. I'm surprised, you didn't do a little happy dance - I would have 😃😉
I think i was too shaky in the knees! haha
@@MrChickadee We love your honesty!! In the video, you looked "cool, calm and collected" LOL
Excellent video. Thank you for making it. Stay well.
People underestimate the power and versatility of a good, sharp hatchet~!
This is completly amazing
Despite the beautiful editing, I must complain that the video was too short. You could have shown us so much more and we'd not have been bored!
Outstanding craftsmanship.
Incredible! Fantastic job. No one builds like this anymore. That root cellar will last a thousand years. LOL
Hope so!
This is my new favorite channel! Good stuff! Keep it up!