Has anyone seen that in this short amount of time the large number of views Dan has. It’s insane, he’s rivaling a lot of channels that have been around a lot longer then him. Way to go Dan on bringing authentic content that inspires to TH-cam.
Just pause and and look to when we have heard of a place where 200 Children have been saved by a residence ? The place had been taken advantage of for decades and forgotten , not so with the Holcaust people of Auswitcz and Dachu . We are reminded almost on a daily basis .
I would love to see Dan do a video on how he films - it must be a lot of additional work, climbing up and down ladders to place cameras - on top of all the hard work (and climbing...) he is doing anyways. Amazing job, Dan! And really nice photography!
And the fact that he generally looks at the camera when speaking, which is where the microphone is. I get so tired of vloggers who talk while looking away from the camera and you cannot hear what they say.
Fascinating watching you patiently rebuild, repoint, and repair those old walls. Your videos are never boring never too long, and you make them interesting to watch. Thank you for sharing, it's an inspiration for anyone.
Just because you wrote this comment I’ve immediately added my subscription. Ashamed to say I’ve been binging this man and his mates for far too long without it… Power on, Dan, it’s been a feast for the eyes so far 👏👏👏
Seeing the gravel reminds me of when everyone came out in their pyjamas and spread the gravel in the courtyard at LaLande! I think you need some friends to come over and help!
I’m a female drywall finisher and I’ll be honest I almost had a heart attack when you cleared that debris over your wet mix. I know it probably matters less that crumbles would effect the pointing material, didn’t stop me from screaming at my television just now. Keep up the entertaining work please. It’s my favorite thing you do 😊
I need advice for my walls I'm doing most of it myself stuck no funds at moment and no where to store plasterboard flat in a small house away from the front room! Currently working on my stairs taking ceiling paper off filling holes and next sanding stairs and wood work! They putting up the ceiling plaster board but can't fit a lifter in the small space is it better to out it up in smaller pieces or in one! Haha!
Hello Dan. I came across your TH-cam site “Escape to Rural France” and became instantly hooked! So much so that I binge watched EVERY video! Your young boys are just precious, you surround yourself with experts in many fields and you, well, your just amazing! Restoring Chateau de Chaumont has been fascinating to watch…I love your humor, the music, your skilled friends, your skill set and or course the restoration progress you have made! What a legacy you are creating for your boys! You are kind, thoughtful, and passionate! Very important is your respect for the Jewish children that found shelter in this Chateau and ultimate freedom in America. I researched and read Ralph Moratz ‘s (one of the young boys that lived in your a Chateau) “Escape from the Holocaust 1939” document. From this, I learned once in NYC he and another boy, Wolfgang, transitioned to the “Pleasantville Cottage School” in Pleasantville, NJ USA. I currently live minutes away from the town of Pleasantville!! My research will continue as well as viewing your videos! I am certain your restoration and TH-cam exposure has brought a great amount of positive attention the the Chateaux’s history that must not be forgotten! Thank you! Stay well!
Welcome...❤❤❤❤❤❤ How wonderful you have personally connected with the Chaumont Story 😯 . Dan has a kind heart & has truly connected with Chateau De Chaumont & the children who found safety there in wartorn France & Europe. It's future and it's history is in very safe hands. I'm really looking forward to the 'party' in August.. I'm certain it's connected to the children of Chaumont ❤❤❤❤😊
You're going to develop nerves of steel to watch over the next few months as Dan leaps around on his ice covered new roof with no gloves, head protection, harness, or goggles! Are you sure you are strong enough?
Hello Dan, I had such a joy watching yesterday, the Chateau Diaries surprisingly, visiting you; Stefanie is hilarious 😊 You, Annalisa, and your kids are so gorgeous, congratulations! Love watching your videos. 🍀
And he really is a lovely daddy when they were all together I never ever heard Dan shout at his boys or tell them off he always just talked and that really is just lovely isn’t it I have so much Admiration for Dan he is and always have tried his very best he is not only a builder he is also a wonderful chef. Xxxxxxxx
I just wanted to say how great it was to see you and the family on Stephanie's vlog yesterday. And so happy to hear that Philip is watching over and checking up on your well-being. Sure made me feel less worried knowing someone who can help is close by. Great progress today. I think I prefer rebuilding to demo but that doorway is handy. Looking forward to tomorrow.
I agree. The rebuilding, not the demo is my fav part. I’m can’t wait to see work on that crumbling wall once you get the floor in . . . and a roof, seeing a roof will be cause for 🎉
Love the video… starting with a big load of gravel, then cement work and finally demo. I’m sure 100s of folks wonder how you know how to do all this stuff. I was in the US Navy for 20 years and I think it comes down to the same thing. This is your task, make it happen. Doesn’t mean you can ask questions or get help but a lot of time you just FIGURE IT OUT AND DO IT. maybe a little clean up and ready for more progress, thanks for sharing!
Seems that door was originally a link to some sort of service stairs coming from the kitchen all the way up to the roof and giving direct access for staff on all master floor.
Ah, hello Dan. Was just dropping off to sleep but now I’ll see what you’ve been up to... Please keep some of those old walls just the way they are! People pay a fortune to get that cool Art Gallery look.
The small rooms with doors into large bedrooms were typically either ladies dressing rooms or maids rooms , these days you couuld use them as en suites or walk in cupboards
Hello Dan, Super shot of the Chateau lit-up when the camera filmed you outside, from the grounds; you looked so tiny in comparison to the looming Chateau. It was spectacular. Marvellous progress and some satisfying destruction to open a bricked up door! Can't wait for tomorrow. ❤ xxx
I am more concerned with him breathing in cement dust honestly I have seen the result of people not taking care over what they work with and what they breath in if they saw what I have seen over the years they for sure would take care of there lungs and constantly wear a mask they don’t cost a lotxxx
@@patcardiff2563 eh, realistically not much is gonna happen to him. People who develop diseases related to stuff like that (like silicosis) are exposed to it over years or more often, decades. But yeah, it's still obviously unnecessary and easily avoidable risk.
Yay! Dan is making a mess... again! 😋 Great doorway by the way... I hope that you get help with all that gravel! Sleep well Daniël. We'll see you tomorra 💋 (and.... a trimmed beard!)
Seen that 3 or 4 big rocks are put in there. Can anyone tell me why it isn't cleaned out right away? Seems to me that cleaning out the cement mixer is a part of the "clean as you go" renevation phlilosophy.
You have soooooo much to be proud of ! What an inspiration for rolling up one's sleeves and having at it with full commitment and choosing to enjoy the process....Thank You for sharing ! ps is extra fun watching when you work extra fast 😂🤣❗
You can see the joy in your face when you rebuild a wall. You are such a brilliant bricky now ,so proud of you. What seemed impossible in your first vlog is now very exciting 🤗
Greetings from Missoula MT! Historic Preservation mason here. Big props to you, this is a very ambitious project! especially solo. saw you struggling to lift that bucket up the scaffolding... you could definitely use a bull wheel or a pulley rig. Subscribed! Best luck.
We cannot be the only ones who love to see longer videos! The demolition is my favorite part, both in your vlogs and in our construction business. You have a great spirit, Dan, and you deserve accolades for it! Have you ever thought of moving the mixer inside on the main floor so that it’s closer to the areas you are working on? Just a thought. Cheers! ~Wil & Paul
What an awesome venue you’re creating… wedding’s, photo shoots for luxury brands, movie sets, to name a few. And with the views and TV coverage you are getting, you have a thriving business in the making. Your vision and “can do” attitude is so motivating.
Please, take care with your eyes and feet. Eye protection and good, sturdy shoes. You're doing such amazing things and I'd hate to find out you got hurt in some way due to lack of protection.
Wow 10 tons of gravel to move by hand, id wait for the machine....gosh your brave on that ladder! Cant wait to see the yurt being built! Amazing how much work you get done! So excited to see tomorrow....
I'm not trying to be where I'm not wanted, but you will hurt yourself trying to lift wet concrete like that. You have the I-beans buy some pulleys and set up block and tack rigging. Simple, quick, cheap, and tested over thousands of years. I love your content, and thank you for sharing with all of us. I am excited to watch each day.
Dan I love to see you at work because everything you do, you do it at the best you can. It is so rare these days. Please don't stop it! This Chateau will be a great asset for you and France history! You will be known as THE ONE WHO MADE IT! Thank you so much. God bless you.
You are completing work at a good rate of progress now. I was so glad when you opened that doorway. Viewing the Chateau from outside, there are a couple of windows bricked up too, hope you will open them up. Sooo excited for the arrival of the Yurt.
Where would that be? I don't remember noticing anything like that, there's already a whole lot of windows, pretty much every room has windows on all sides.
Exciting times 🎉 I thought someone was moving in the doorway below but alas it was just another indoor tree. Going to need some sort of ceremony when the last tree is removed from inside 😂
i dont think should pull by roots. maybe once cut off, cover over. but then if it deteriated underground what is above will sink in. Happened with my driveway.
@@jomeyer13Mine too. A large maple tree was near the driveway that was cut down thirty years ago. Large roots under the driveway caused a sunken spot that showed up about ten years later and gets deeper every year.
This is a fantastic series and old mate here is like the energizer bunny, just working nonstop But He is doing this in such a slow and painful way. Steel frame, spraycrete walls, then slip in floors. Smooths walls, insulation can be included and wiring &plumbing embedded. Just so much easier in a land with no earthquakes
I admire your commitment and drive but with the amount and scale of work that you have taken on you might consider buying a secondhand tower crane for lifting everything into the chateau including countless buckets of chaux. I am currently on a one man mission to rebuild my own derelict French property and I purchased a Grue Boilot tower crane for only €1800 and it has been invaluable for all the heavy lifting tasks and saves so much wear and tear on your body, take care.
@@Ragnar8504 Yes I set it up myself after having it transported from its previous owners property. Two of the drive motors were not working but I repaired one and replaced the second with a new unit, it was not complicated and cost me about €400. Indeed it has paid for itself many times over.
One day you will have a beautiful staircase and climbing those ladders will seem like a distant memory. Really enjoyed Chateau Lalandes video of you and your family together.
Hi Dan, I see it’s dark outside and so must be after ten at least. Yet another evening you’re working very late….don’t overdo it, stay safe. P.s. I’m ridiculously excited about the yurt going up.
Yay your back! I don’t envy you spreading out that gravel by hand. Hope you get the digger. I think my favorite parts are pointing & the floor installation, oh using the leaf blower inside & removing trees and such from the inside. So many things.
You are absolutely correct Dan, I enjoyed watching you knock out the old doorway. I am looking forward to seeing you complete this floor and getting closer to roof time. See ya tomorra . 🙏❤️
I can just smell that old mortar dust when you demolish things like the doorway plug. The most satisfying for me though is the labor of love you put in when putting it back together.
Dan so exciting to see all the progress. The maternal person in me is saying “please wear some safety gear, in particular glasses/goggles.” I am so concerned you may injure yourself or get debri in your eyes. Keep up the excellent work! It’s really coming together.
In review of the work you have accomplished to this point towards putting in floors, I agree with you that the next floor to be put in (the one you will be working on during the next week) is probably one of the most important in that it allows you to fix the upper walls to prepare for the roof to be put on. Just think, once you get the side you are currently working on finished, you get to do it all again on the other side! Then, the "real" work begins! But from what I have seen so far, I have no doubts that you will get it done. I just wish you had several regular people to help you out. I am sure that would speed things up considerably. Keep up the good work, be safe!
May I recommend a beam out through a window with a simple rope, hook and a pulley system. It makes for a much easier way to get buckets up and down instead of hauling it like that...
To clean the mixer, put a couple of buckets of the new gravel, and as much water as possible, leave running for ten or twenty minutes. Just reuse the gravel at the end of each day
There's a certain pathos one experiences seeing Dan. Alone. Pointing a wall in the chateau. Dare I say a je ne sais quoi. Today's vlog represents the essence of what I think keeps me watching this channel. Dunno what it is about it, but despite the fact that my life in no way whatsoever resembles Dan's, I identify with this vibe.
Another days work done Dan. Now I imagine you will be busy editing the video to have it ready for us to watch. You are an incredible man Dan! See ya tomorrow 👋🏻
Has anyone seen that in this short amount of time the large number of views Dan has. It’s insane, he’s rivaling a lot of channels that have been around a lot longer then him.
Way to go Dan on bringing authentic content that inspires to TH-cam.
Yeah, nearly 100K in 7 hours, that's insane.
Just pause and and look to when we have heard of a place where 200 Children have been saved by a residence ? The place had been taken advantage of for decades and forgotten , not so with the Holcaust people of Auswitcz and Dachu . We are reminded almost on a daily basis .
And all without obnoxious thumbnails and clickbait titles! I love it!!!
@@mrkthmn Yes, and the content is so much better than La La Land where they priss about with bits of wallpaper and flowers. This is real rennovation!
More views = more funding to help the project progress. 🎉
An insane amount of work for one man to bring that building back
Fortunately, he's got a key support CREW when needed! Great bunch of guys!
Agreed, but being a gardener he’ll have a vision and the patience to look long term to see the end goal.
@@patmclean1951I thought the same thing only because he’s a chef!
dans a superhero! one of the dynamic trio of superhero's known as "the chateau rebuilders" (nick, cameron and dan)
It is but that’s what makes the project so much more exciting and inspiring
Incredible how you use different angles, camera locations to make a tedious job interesting. Great job. Love every minute.
& I love when he brings in the other two of his triplet siblings!😮All working different areas!😅No wonder he gets so much more done than one man!😂
Im definitely going to invest in one for when I knock off all my plaster in my kitchen and bathroom haha! For the settlement afterwards haha!
I would love to see Dan do a video on how he films - it must be a lot of additional work, climbing up and down ladders to place cameras - on top of all the hard work (and climbing...) he is doing anyways. Amazing job, Dan! And really nice photography!
I think Dan the Man gets lots of viewers not only for trying to build this Chateau but he has real charisma on camera. Crack on Dan…..
I must compliment you on your narration. Some people endlessly repeat what they are going to do, are doing, will do….well done
Good editing
And the fact that he generally looks at the camera when speaking, which is where the microphone is. I get so tired of vloggers who talk while looking away from the camera and you cannot hear what they say.
He’s got things to do. Other tubers have other people doing the jobs.
I agree! And another thing that I find a bit off is the "let's get right to it" filler and all it's variants. 😕
That's the American artificially extended commercial television way of doing things.
Fascinating watching you patiently rebuild, repoint, and repair those old walls. Your videos are never boring never too long, and you make them interesting to watch. Thank you for sharing, it's an inspiration for anyone.
Soon 250.000 subscripers. Yeah, Dan. So very well deserved. Much love from Denmark
Just because you wrote this comment I’ve immediately added my subscription. Ashamed to say I’ve been binging this man and his mates for far too long without it… Power on, Dan, it’s been a feast for the eyes so far 👏👏👏
10-8-2023 : 256k Subs. That's >400 sub growth per day! 👌
Seeing the gravel reminds me of when everyone came out in their pyjamas and spread the gravel in the courtyard at LaLande! I think you need some friends to come over and help!
I’m a female drywall finisher and I’ll be honest I almost had a heart attack when you cleared that debris over your wet mix. I know it probably matters less that crumbles would effect the pointing material, didn’t stop me from screaming at my television just now. Keep up the entertaining work please. It’s my favorite thing you do 😊
I didn't know drywalls can be male and female! Thanks for enlightening me! 😉
@@DocNubbin She said finisher not drywaller.😊 A finisher cleans up & makes perfect/pretty after the drywall is installed...😂
I need advice for my walls I'm doing most of it myself stuck no funds at moment and no where to store plasterboard flat in a small house away from the front room! Currently working on my stairs taking ceiling paper off filling holes and next sanding stairs and wood work! They putting up the ceiling plaster board but can't fit a lifter in the small space is it better to out it up in smaller pieces or in one! Haha!
Hello Dan. I came across your TH-cam site “Escape to Rural France” and became instantly hooked! So much so that I binge watched EVERY video! Your young boys are just precious, you surround yourself with experts in many fields and you, well, your just amazing! Restoring Chateau de Chaumont has been fascinating to watch…I love your humor, the music, your skilled friends, your skill set and or course the restoration progress you have made! What a legacy you are creating for your boys! You are kind, thoughtful, and passionate! Very important is your respect for the Jewish children that found shelter in this Chateau and ultimate freedom in America. I researched and read Ralph Moratz ‘s (one of the young boys that lived in your a Chateau) “Escape from the Holocaust 1939” document. From this, I learned once in NYC he and another boy, Wolfgang, transitioned to the “Pleasantville Cottage School” in Pleasantville, NJ USA. I currently live minutes away from the town of Pleasantville!! My research will continue as well as viewing your videos! I am certain your restoration and TH-cam exposure has brought a great amount of positive attention the the Chateaux’s history that must not be forgotten! Thank you! Stay well!
Welcome😊
Welcome. We all think the world of Dan.
Welcome...❤❤❤❤❤❤ How wonderful you have personally connected with the Chaumont Story 😯 . Dan has a kind heart & has truly connected with Chateau De Chaumont & the children who found safety there in wartorn France & Europe. It's future and it's history is in very safe hands. I'm really looking forward to the 'party' in August.. I'm certain it's connected to the children of Chaumont ❤❤❤❤😊
You're going to develop nerves of steel to watch over the next few months as Dan leaps around on his ice covered new roof with no gloves, head protection, harness, or goggles! Are you sure you are strong enough?
Možno že ešte niekto žije z tých detí čo tam bývali, bolo by prekvapením pre žijúcich príbeh by bol ako Titanik
Hello Dan, I had such a joy watching yesterday, the Chateau Diaries surprisingly, visiting you; Stefanie is hilarious 😊 You, Annalisa, and your kids are so gorgeous, congratulations! Love watching your videos. 🍀
Dan your drive and determination is so admirable. Great examples of a good man for your boys.
And he really is a lovely daddy when they were all together I never ever heard Dan shout at his boys or tell them off he always just talked and that really is just lovely isn’t it I have so much Admiration for Dan he is and always have tried his very best he is not only a builder he is also a wonderful chef. Xxxxxxxx
Dan's vlogs have become such a nightly thing for me now ... What a great project and he is such a lovely guy .
Me too!!
Mornings for me usually on my commute 😂
I just wanted to say how great it was to see you and the family on Stephanie's vlog yesterday. And so happy to hear that Philip is watching over and checking up on your well-being. Sure made me feel less worried knowing someone who can help is close by.
Great progress today. I think I prefer rebuilding to demo but that doorway is handy. Looking forward to tomorrow.
I agree. The rebuilding, not the demo is my fav part. I’m can’t wait to see work on that crumbling wall once you get the floor in . . . and a roof, seeing a roof will be cause for 🎉
They're not exactly close by. It's over an hours drive from LaLande.
@@jmk1962 closer than me. 😉
244,000 addicts just got their fix. Dan is a drug we need (like), every day. Good Morning to you Dan from Oregon USA.
Totally agree I wake up early hoping to find a video. Wish I could volunteer to be his helper.😮
Absolutely 😂
It's going to be a sad day when Dan has the Chateau finished to the point where he must use a hoover instead of a blower. 😉
😂😂😂
Nah ! He will have plenty to do 😊
Lol then if he takes so long. The chateau will belong to his grandchildren instead
I think there will be another Chateau series..
Probably still use the blower 😂😂😂
I also love it when you do time lapse. Your editing, narrating and updating is never boring. So much to look forward to everyday.
I was relieved to hear Philip and Stephanie worry about him too when a blog doesn`t appear and they can phone to check he is okay.
I laughed when Davey described it as a cross between a death trap and a home.
Piece by piece
Its coming together every day.
Soo exciting to watch this whole process ❤
Love the video… starting with a big load of gravel, then cement work and finally demo. I’m sure 100s of folks wonder how you know how to do all this stuff. I was in the US Navy for 20 years and I think it comes down to the same thing. This is your task, make it happen. Doesn’t mean you can ask questions or get help but a lot of time you just FIGURE IT OUT AND DO IT. maybe a little clean up and ready for more progress, thanks for sharing!
It looks so tidy and neat around the chateau now. It does make a huge difference. You do need your own digger. A yellow one
Well done Dan. Your enthusiasm is catching. Love your channel. Xx
Seems that door was originally a link to some sort of service stairs coming from the kitchen all the way up to the roof and giving direct access for staff on all master floor.
Always keen to see your next video Dan! Don’t change a thing. You’re onto a winner. Well done
Ah, hello Dan. Was just dropping off to sleep but now I’ll see what you’ve been up to... Please keep some of those old walls just the way they are! People pay a fortune to get that cool Art Gallery look.
Same to me 😂
Me too!
Me too
It popped up around 3:20pm for me, but that's in Sacramento, California I wait all day just for this 😊😊
agreee
This is my favorite chateau channel!
I loved seeing the new doorway being opened. So many new changes happening.
Great to see the next awesome instalment. I can go to bed happy now. Take care.
The small rooms with doors into large bedrooms were typically either ladies dressing rooms or maids rooms , these days you couuld use them as en suites or walk in cupboards
Hello Dan, Super shot of the Chateau lit-up when the camera filmed you outside, from the grounds; you looked so tiny in comparison to the looming Chateau. It was spectacular. Marvellous progress and some satisfying destruction to open a bricked up door! Can't wait for tomorrow. ❤ xxx
Eye protection Dan, concrete dust can cause a nasty scratch or worse.
I am more concerned with him breathing in cement dust honestly I have seen the result of people not taking care over what they work with and what they breath in if they saw what I have seen over the years they for sure would take care of there lungs and constantly wear a mask they don’t cost a lotxxx
And he has two children he should think of them before it is to late
@@patcardiff2563
eh, realistically not much is gonna happen to him. People who develop diseases related to stuff like that (like silicosis) are exposed to it over years or more often, decades. But yeah, it's still obviously unnecessary and easily avoidable risk.
@@patcardiff2563 Theres plenty of videos of him wearing a mask
He never reads the comments and he doesn't care about safety. He is either stupid or stubborn, or both.
Yay! Dan is making a mess... again! 😋 Great doorway by the way... I hope that you get help with all that gravel! Sleep well Daniël. We'll see you tomorra 💋 (and.... a trimmed beard!)
Stephanie has an idle Digger she could lend to Dan.
Looks like the reconstruction of ancient Pompeii buildings, one step at a time, literally.
Put a bucket of that gravel in your cementmixer ad a bucket of water and let it clean itself.
That WILL work!!!!😊
great idea
Occasionally Dan, I see a giant Janga puzzle and worry when you start knocking bits out!
Crack on!
Seen that 3 or 4 big rocks are put in there. Can anyone tell me why it isn't cleaned out right away? Seems to me that cleaning out the cement mixer is a part of the "clean as you go" renevation phlilosophy.
Having a good water source helps to clean concrete. Dan brings in water at present, so the let it dry and bang it method is his only option.
The brick and block work I could watch all day long!
You have soooooo much to be proud of ! What an inspiration for rolling up one's sleeves and having at it with full commitment and choosing to enjoy the process....Thank You for sharing ! ps is extra fun watching when you work extra fast 😂🤣❗
For some reason, whenever Dan works on an edge of a wall like in today's vlog, and he whistles it helps calm my fear of him being there.
Just keep it in your head , he's uploaded and edited the video so he must be alive 🤣 that's what I do !
When I saw what you were putting in the mixer, I thought, "Ah, a bit of pointing today!" Very satisfying.
Knocking that Door way out was satisfying to watch 👍🤗🍻
Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤
OMG I felt for you getting the cement bucket up on the scaffolding !
Dan the Man I am proud to be apart of your channel. Love watching the amazing progress you have made in a short time!
You can see the joy in your face when you rebuild a wall. You are such a brilliant bricky now ,so proud of you. What seemed impossible in your first vlog is now very exciting 🤗
Cool footage of you knocking through the bricked up doorway.Exciting times ahead, cannot wait !!!😊
3.1K views in the first 8 mins! This is when you know people love your content.
That doorway demo was so satisfying to watch, especially when the last remnants tumbled to the floor. ❤😂❤
Always helpful to have another door. I see children chasing each other around in a circle through the rooms. Much fun. Great job today.
Greetings from Missoula MT! Historic Preservation mason here. Big props to you, this is a very ambitious project! especially solo. saw you struggling to lift that bucket up the scaffolding... you could definitely use a bull wheel or a pulley rig. Subscribed! Best luck.
you have a pulley! Where is it?
@@anitariley2681 😆
You brave little soldier 💪 I giggled at the sight of the hammer action. I've stopped biting my nails now at your antics have a nice rest Dan 😊
He is a genuine nice guy. We helped him buy his wood stove during covid. So glad he is going well on his own.
We cannot be the only ones who love to see longer videos! The demolition is my favorite part, both in your vlogs and in our construction business. You have a great spirit, Dan, and you deserve accolades for it! Have you ever thought of moving the mixer inside on the main floor so that it’s closer to the areas you are working on? Just a thought. Cheers! ~Wil & Paul
What an awesome venue you’re creating… wedding’s, photo shoots for luxury brands, movie sets, to name a few. And with the views and TV coverage you are getting, you have a thriving business in the making. Your vision and “can do” attitude is so motivating.
I've been doing some exterior paint scraping and old caulk removal and the leaf blower trick makes quick work of cleanup. Thanks
One man alone, well equiped, getting the huge job done! Il y prend son pied ! Awesome!
Please, take care with your eyes and feet. Eye protection and good, sturdy shoes. You're doing such amazing things and I'd hate to find out you got hurt in some way due to lack of protection.
He just doesn't care. Plain stupid or stubborn, or both.
Dan is going to do what Dan is going to do .
Wow 10 tons of gravel to move by hand, id wait for the machine....gosh your brave on that ladder! Cant wait to see the yurt being built! Amazing how much work you get done! So excited to see tomorrow....
I'm an Architect and I'm loving this !
Me too i like it too
I wonder if Dan is using the services of an architect?
I'm not trying to be where I'm not wanted, but you will hurt yourself trying to lift wet concrete like that. You have the I-beans buy some pulleys and set up block and tack rigging. Simple, quick, cheap, and tested over thousands of years. I love your content, and thank you for sharing with all of us. I am excited to watch each day.
Dan I love to see you at work because everything you do, you do it at the best you can. It is so rare these days. Please don't stop it! This Chateau will be a great asset for you and France history! You will be known as THE ONE WHO MADE IT! Thank you so much. God bless you.
Good morning. Everything with time is coming along beautifully and in time chateau and grounds will be all done and look awesome!!! 🙂👍
You are completing work at a good rate of progress now. I was so glad when you opened that doorway. Viewing the Chateau from outside, there are a couple of windows bricked up too, hope you will open them up. Sooo excited for the arrival of the Yurt.
Where would that be? I don't remember noticing anything like that, there's already a whole lot of windows, pretty much every room has windows on all sides.
Exciting times 🎉 I thought someone was moving in the doorway below but alas it was just another indoor tree. Going to need some sort of ceremony when the last tree is removed from inside 😂
i dont think should pull by roots. maybe once cut off, cover over. but then if it deteriated underground what is above will sink in. Happened with my driveway.
@@jomeyer13Mine too. A large maple tree was near the driveway that was cut down thirty years ago. Large roots under the driveway caused a sunken spot that showed up about ten years later and gets deeper every year.
I wonder how last week's ' brick tree' is doing.. It'll be lovely for in years to come it'll stand for all to know exactly where it came from 😊
I am glad the guys were there to help you for 2 weeks and you guys got a lot of work done.🙂👍
This is a fantastic series and old mate here is like the energizer bunny, just working nonstop
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He is doing this in such a slow and painful way. Steel frame, spraycrete walls, then slip in floors. Smooths walls, insulation can be included and wiring &plumbing embedded. Just so much easier in a land with no earthquakes
I admire your commitment and drive but with the amount and scale of work that you have taken on you might consider buying a secondhand tower crane for lifting everything into the chateau including countless buckets of chaux. I am currently on a one man mission to rebuild my own derelict French property and I purchased a Grue Boilot tower crane for only €1800 and it has been invaluable for all the heavy lifting tasks and saves so much wear and tear on your body, take care.
Did you have to pay for someone to set it up or could you do that yourself? 1800 sounds like a steal to me!
@@Ragnar8504 Yes I set it up myself after having it transported from its previous owners property. Two of the drive motors were not working but I repaired one and replaced the second with a new unit, it was not complicated and cost me about €400. Indeed it has paid for itself many times over.
One day you will have a beautiful staircase and climbing those ladders will seem like a distant memory. Really enjoyed Chateau Lalandes video of you and your family together.
Hi Dan, I see it’s dark outside and so must be after ten at least. Yet another evening you’re working very late….don’t overdo it, stay safe. P.s. I’m ridiculously excited about the yurt going up.
Wow that was a job well done and a lovely new door 👍 can’t wait for each vlog your a star ⭐️ 💕 stay safe 💕
Yay your back! I don’t envy you spreading out that gravel by hand. Hope you get the digger.
I think my favorite parts are pointing & the floor installation, oh using the leaf blower inside & removing trees and such from the inside. So many things.
Demolishing stuff is just so therapeutic!! Besides, it’s another step to restoring the old girl back to her original glory.
He must be absolutely knackered! Bet he sleeps well at night, makes me ache watching him. What a worker, fantastic,all the best.
Dan! Put on your eye protection! Don’t derail your progress with an eye injury. That’s the mom and grandma in me talking 😂
My favorite bit is actually the stone and brick work, but seeing the hammer swing is quite satisfying too!
Well Done, Mr. Dan Preston! We like your style. Slow and steady. WOW! You are doing it and best of all , you are doing it YOUR WAY. Great! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
You are absolutely correct Dan, I enjoyed watching you knock out the old doorway. I am looking forward to seeing you complete this floor and getting closer to roof time. See ya tomorra . 🙏❤️
Dan, I share the excitement about slowly getting every crumbling bit shored up! Just that much more deterioration reversed!
One of the strenghts is Dan is always looking down the road, what needs be done next. Motivating him, and us with his vision.
Cant wait till its all done. It'll be epic! Also cant wait to see ebay or something, "Cement mixer for sale, one careful owner..." 😅
I can just smell that old mortar dust when you demolish things like the doorway plug. The most satisfying for me though is the labor of love you put in when putting it back together.
Boy, Dan works hard doesn't he. Such devotion is really great and his family will reap the benefits down thru the years.. What a guy !!
Perfect project for a TH-cam channel. He’ll have me watching for the 5 or 6 years it will take to do the job.
That feels so good to knock that wall down and have a door. Cheers-
It’s overwhelming-the workload. I’m hooked!!! Greetings from Los Angeles, Calif. !!
Golly Dan, I love how precise you are when doing the work!!!
Dan so exciting to see all the progress. The maternal person in me is saying “please wear some safety gear, in particular glasses/goggles.” I am so concerned you may injure yourself or get debri in your eyes. Keep up the excellent work! It’s really coming together.
In review of the work you have accomplished to this point towards putting in floors, I agree with you that the next floor to be put in (the one you will be working on during the next week) is probably one of the most important in that it allows you to fix the upper walls to prepare for the roof to be put on. Just think, once you get the side you are currently working on finished, you get to do it all again on the other side! Then, the "real" work begins! But from what I have seen so far, I have no doubts that you will get it done. I just wish you had several regular people to help you out. I am sure that would speed things up considerably. Keep up the good work, be safe!
May I recommend a beam out through a window with a simple rope, hook and a pulley system. It makes for a much easier way to get buckets up and down instead of hauling it like that...
Looking good Dan well done 👍🇦🇺👍
To clean the mixer, put a couple of buckets of the new gravel, and as much water as possible, leave running for ten or twenty minutes.
Just reuse the gravel at the end of each day
Love the new door opening.I do hope you can get help moving all that gravel🥰
Yes, Beam me up, Scottie!!! We'll see ya tomorrow!!!
Opening the door way was really cool! I like how you are methodical about every job in the renovation process.
Your determination and patience is really just amazing!! I love seeing the chateau come to life…! It’s going to be beautiful.
Great to see every little bit of progress. ❤
I love gravel delivery day. We had two loads of pea gravel delivered for our paths at our family cottage it added so much beauty to our paths
your video work is exquisite, I loved seeing the wall being demolished in time-elapse mode. You certainly keep me hooked Dan. Keep up the great work!
There's a certain pathos one experiences seeing Dan. Alone. Pointing a wall in the chateau. Dare I say a je ne sais quoi. Today's vlog represents the essence of what I think keeps me watching this channel. Dunno what it is about it, but despite the fact that my life in no way whatsoever resembles Dan's, I identify with this vibe.
Dan is an amazing worker. I love his unforgettable smile that he keeps through all the hard work he does.
Enjoy watching the progress. keep up the great work
D - dynamite
A - amazing
N - never give up
Well done!
Loving the regular updates, feels like the substructure is really starting to shape up! Nice work Dan - can't wait to see the yurt.
Another days work done Dan. Now I imagine you will be busy editing the video to have it ready for us to watch. You are an incredible man Dan! See ya tomorrow 👋🏻