Just climbing my loft ladder over here || DIY rustic milled cedar loft ladder build.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2024
- Struggling is my middle name, but we all know that by now! 😝
This idea of turning a slab of cedar into a loft ladder came to my head, and even though it didn't quite come to fruition the way I had hoped (with this particular live edge cedar), I know the concept will work and I hope it inspires you to maybe do something similar! There was an itch I needed to scratch, so executing this material into a loft ladder just had to happen. Will it match the rest of the cabin? Dunno, but I kinda didn't care at that point.
One thing I always need to remember is that working with live edge, rough-sawn material (without fancy tools) is always harder than just going to the lumber store and buying dimensional lumber to build something. This way lends for a very unique and rustic look, which is amazing, but it always ends up being harder.
But I legit think this turned out SOOOO cool; better than I thought it would, and I'm happy I took the chance on it and struggled my way through to see what my brain told me would look neat. 😬
Now the tung oil - I normally don't like too much finish on my wood projects - I really like things to stay calm and natural. But I also know that this needed something to seal it, and secure it, so I tried a new product. I always like to try new ways of doing things/finishing things, and I do like the outcome on this. This particular cedar is super aged and 'handsome' - the finish brought out the nice rich browns in the wood, not so much the orange and yellows of other woods. yay!
No surprise, it all took me just a bit longer than I thought it would, which meant that this video is only a ladder build and not a delivery and install day too, so I will see you next week for that video.
Stay tuned until the very end - for all the pet lovers out there, your heart will melt 💝
Thanks so much for watching, and see you in the next one!
Michelle 💕💕💕💕
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Thank you for the last scenes with the dogs playing in the snow. It was delightful.
It is such a joy to see sweet sad Lenny at last come to life. There are no words but you, Steve and Luna have done a miracle for that old soul. Huzzah!
I know. We are just so happy to see him finally showing some zest for life! ❤️❤️
Looks to me like you did a beautiful job making the
Ladder GREAT JOB
This is a very solid ladder... Good evening Michèle ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💋
Lenny 😍 🐕🐕🐕
Luna has completely transformed Lenny. You wouldn't even know that's the same dog. So wonderful seeing him finally enjoying his life. So full of energy ❤❤❤
Love the ladder, such a fantastic job keeping it rustic looking 👍🏻
I know, it’s just the sweetest thing! He finally has a dog he can trust in the house, even though all of the other dogs have never been a threat to him.
Lenny has come to life, congratulations. You have healed his soul and restored his embrace of life. As my Jewish Princess tells me, these are stars in your heavenly crown.
Interesting ladder design and build. Looking forward to seeing what you build with the inner slab chunks; such pretty wood. Your intermediate, stylized clothing change should be used for Steve’s valentines’ day gift. Wishing you kids and your furry pack a blessed week filled with gentle seasonally appropriate weather and restful evenings together. Peace princess.
Those cedars look like they were fire killed. A fire may have blown thru your property 100+ years ago. Every other tree species that died then rotted away after the fire. Cedars just take forever to rot.
You could resaw the original rungs thinner and then carved a "live edge" to match the side rails instead of using the other slab with sketchy big checks. If this ladder doesn't work out you can build a new one.
Sometimes when we make do with what we have we have to make compromises. It is especially important to NOT make compromises that impact structural integrity on something that needs to be structurally sound. Thanks for the episode and stay safe.
Мишель, мы тебя так любим а ты себя не бережош , пользуйся респиратором , сама увидишь что и чувствовать себя будешь лучше и не так уставать от работы . Вот горстку стружки собрала только , а могла ДВЕ собрать ! Вторая горстка у тебя в лёгких осела 😌😏
I have seen you do your projects and know that you do know what you are doing. Most people would not be as careful as you making sure your carpentry is perfect. Would be a pleasure to work with you. Thanks for sharing.
This turned out really nice and looks like it will beautifully match your cabin's interior.
See, you can skip a day of school and have everything turn out OK! 😉
As someone who has worked with his hands and building houses and off grid buildings, I have the upmost respect for you. You are an inspiration!
I love your new live edge ladder. It looks great, but I think if it were mine, I would do a partial fill of black epoxy, just enough to cover the structural screw that is a very unnatural color and look. Black epoxy would just look like a dark shadow. You are a DIY genius.
I agree! I love the look of your ladder. The live edge will make it fit in great at the cabin. I think it will be plenty strong enough for your use. But I think I would go one more step and fill the split rungs with black epoxy. If you don’t I think in time they will be an issue. Love it!❤❤❤
Bless sweet Luna (and YOU) for bringing joy into Lenny's life. He sure seems to be happy now.
Lenny boy has certainly come a long way, thank you.
Lenny looks so content now! He always looked a little down before Luna came around! 😊
Great job on the ladder Michele. Should work well at the cabin. As you say nice to see Lenny now enjoying his best life. You guys should be proud of what you do for all of your pack. Bear sure loves his Mama. Lol. Thanks again for your videos. Take care and stay safe lady!
I've loved right from the start how Luna has brought Lenny to life. So heart warming and the ladder looks great too
Someone may have mentioned this, but I haven't read all comments. The trees that are struck by lightning will look burned and die, most of the time it travels on the outside of the tree and explodes the bark off them. My Pine trees get the same look and bark will be scattered 100 feet from the tree base. On the subject for finishes, experiment with the Toung Oil: mixture of 1part Toung oil+ 1 part Shellac + 1 part Mineral Oil. You can change the mineral oil amount for your preference. It leaves a surface resistant to stains. Multiple coats can be applied for more durability. Light fine sanding between coats will improve the luster. As always, Love your videos.
There’s always a different way and hindsight. It’s beautiful! Thanks for showing the pups having fun. And of course Mr. Clyde.
Animals can certainly help each other overcome their passed downs in life. We had a similar situation, and it can be heartbreaking. But, when a breakthrough comes, it becomes heartwarming. I love the Cedar live edge ladder. 🎉
Great ladder, looks good, used desired materials, the only test is "Does it meet the need?" Your creative spirit is admirable, as is your love for the pets. Thank you.
Hawtdayum ! that ""work clothes"" scene had me reaching for me blood pressure tablets ! How beautiful was it seeing the Dogs playing together at the end , so heartwarming .
Good morning from another part of BC, it's snowing here again this morning.
Hi Michelle - I really like the way the ladder turned out. It looks marvelous and will be beautiful in the cabin. Thank you for sharing the video of Lenny and Luna playing. It was one of the most joyful clips I have seen lately. Have a nice day. Regards, Randy in Arizona.
Thanks Michelle for another wonderful video, I think your ladder came out very nice. I feel you did a wonderful job and should be proud. I think you’ve got more talent than you give yourself credit for. Have a wonderful day and a lovely week.
Michelle: I love the way you built the ladder! Much better than I thought.
I think it looks fantastic! I love the live edges and believe it will look so nice in your little cabin in the woods. And indeed, there are many angles to work on but that’s what keeps life interesting and creative. Good job!
And the short video at the end is such a wonderful testimonial of how compassionate care for our animals can change their lives, and ours, for the better!
Thanks for the great video, the ladder looks awesome. Watching Lenny become better adjusted brings me much happiness and hope.
The ladder looks good and should certainly be strong enough, never really given the live edge thing much thought but it works on the ladder. Looking forward to the ladders trip to the Cabin. 👍
I love the ladder!!! Great idea definitely and it's fantastic to see Lenny enjoying doggy life.
Hi Michelle, Steve and Pups 🐶 🐾👋🏻 So happy to see Lenny so active, Luna doing so well, and all the pups so happy 😊 Thank you my friends 🙏🏻God Bless 🙂Appreciate you, have a wonderful day! 👍🏻
so glad I stayed to the end !! our dogs are recues , what a blessing to see life come back
to Lenny . God Bless you and Steve for reaching out to lost dogs. 🐶🐶🐕🐕
Beautiful wood, beautiful Michelle, beautiful puppies . Awesome video.👍🏼❤️
I hope I don't embarrass myself here, but........... Michelle, can you get any more adorable?!! Drop dead gorgeous and we also get a special treat at the beginning of the video. I love it when one of your characters makes a cameo appearance. Thank you for that!
I'm so happy for Lenny and always look forward to seeing your four-legged fur babies sprinkled in your videos.
Your video creation and editing are perfect. You work hard Michelle and deserve all of the positive feedback you receive in the comments section. You're my absolute favorite TH-cam content creator!
Thank you for sharing a bit of your life with us every Sunday.🙂
By the way, I also use empty tuna cans for applying coatings. No clean up! You just throw them away! I always keep several empties on hand.
Thanks again for being you Michelle!!
☮️ on 🌎
I find myself waiting for every Sunday just to see what you have been up to each week. Sometimes i wish there were 2 videos each week but 1 is fine. Love the ladder. I though for just a minute you was going to just cut holes in the slab to make the ladder. But in the end your ideal turned out a lot better then mine. Keep up the good work.
Glamour Shots - up against the fireplace, looks dope! Nice job Chelle
I think that the ladder, as with everything that you attempt, turned out great. It is solid and should last forever.
Stress drought and heat can kill the tree and fungus sometimes can kill the tree as well
But I think your ladder looks amazing don't change a thing you are an artist when you make things❤ I think it's going to look really good in the cabin😮🎉 and I like your first work outfit😂❤ and Clyde is so beautiful thank you for the video and all your hard work we will see you on the next one
Michy,
Your updates have become part of my Sunday morning routine ..... thanks for the great videos!
You are amazing I’m a 56-year-old man and I don’t think I could build a set of stairs. I just can’t wrap my head around how to do it and you’re a good puppy mama😂👍
I'm 63 .. watching the world . If I stay out of the dark alleys ,, I might make it .
Ladder look pretty good to me ... And what a different dog Lenny has become, so happy for him ;)
Ladder building 101. That was fun to watch.
Great video, great idea for your ladder, great outcome. To watch you learn on the job gives the rest of us, non-professionals, great hope and inspiration.
What a beautiful fireplace you guys have. The live-edge gives the ladder an ancient look. Well done on the 6-inch structure screws to hold the rungs.
Thank goodness you didn’t stay with the first work clothes change!
I got dizzy and it was hard to breathe for a sec!😂😂😂
Great Build, I Enjoy your humor just as much as your creativity. Keep it up!
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Happy for your dog seems like a happy dog now
Michelle, yet another wee project success after not having much of an idea at the beginning, except the slab of tree! You did really well with this one, and I look forward to seeing how you mount it in the cabin. Lenny definitely loves his new girlfriend Luna! Those 3 were having so much fun together in the snow. I love "Michy Mondays" in New Zealand, David ❤
Lovely job on the latter! No matter how you got there it looks great. I would add epoxy to that split rung sooner rather than later though. Lenny’s miraculous awakening is stunning! Fantastic update on his story.
Make it like a library ladder that rolls left to right. That would be cool!
your music choices are hitting a home run. thanks
Safety glasses safety glasses safety glasses protect those beautiful blue eyes. The ladder looks awesome.
And a respirator too. Need to protect those equally beautiful lungs.
And knee pads or rubber mats to protect the nice jeans. @@tsmartin
safety 3rd
I was skeptical when you described what you were doing, but the result is awesome!! Don't worry about the boo boos - they add to the rustic charm for the cabin, and you learned from them. If you wanted it for the house, then you'd probably want to spend more time and fix them. So great to see Lenny blossom with Luna... true love!!
Yes.... The sander and the planer can, if done correctly, can increase the smoothyossity. Increasing the smoothyossity will, for sure, reduce the roughcuttyness. You need a shop and a mask so you aren't breathing all the smoothyossity dust. It is my opinion that you have imbued that slab of Cedar with more that adequate ladderation. It will server you well in your cliff dwelling that is very well endowed with beautifimus rustification. I'm so happy for Lenny. What a great thing you have done by giving him a whole new life. And still I'm smiling.
It's always a joy to see you go from "I don't know what I'm doing" to a very nice finished project in the same video.
Great looking ladder, MG! It will be perfect in your cabin, and I can't wait to see it! 😁
GO LENNY!!!
The final ladder looks cool and will fit the cabin perfectly 👍 awesome
Wow, Love the live edges on your ladder! The cedar is so beautiful. Great work❣️
i love your ladder! Also, you can get epoxy with a 'mixer tip'. that would allow you to get it down in the crack without getting it all over that beautiful live edge. I'm definitely jealous of all that gorgeous material you have on your property.
The cedar ladder looks great. Working with your own personally milled cedar must be a lot of fun. I'm glad Lenny and the others are doing well.
The ladder you have built is beautiful and will look wonderful in the cabin. You make me smile at how much energy you put into your projects but the end results is by far the most satisfying. It takes along time to build things to satisfying perfection and you definitely give it your all. Keep up the great video's. ❤
Just finished watching this video of you building your rough cedar ladder. Great job. Glad your old doggy is doing better!
You and Steve are the best doggie parents! Nice job on the ladder too.
Had to chuckle when I saw the dust on the truck. You not only need a shop, you also need a planer with a dust collector. Enjoyed the video!
Looks good Michelle and I love watching you work things out on the fly.
I love your vids.
I finally figured out one of the attractions. It's just like watching out the window while the kids were building tree houses and the like. About a nickel short on skill set totally made up for by try.
Keep up the good work
The ladder color turned out very nice !!! Cedar was a great choice. Keep in mind,,you’re out on that cliff by yourself a lot. Those screws that didn’t make contact would always be on my mind. I hope you end up fixing that problem. I just had to put my last Boston Terrier down. Sister was such a great companion. It rips my heart into every time I lose a furry friend. Take care and be safe out there.
That would have been a very interesting video if you would have kept the first outfit on, that outfit look like something misbehaving would be wearing, nice video keep up the great work
Hi Michy, Your ladder looks good, Fred Flintstone would gladly trade Wilma in for you not only are you crafty but have good looks as well! Take care you lovely lady and keep up those good videos!
I think the ladder will look great in your cabin. Good job! I was wishing your first outfit would have suited for ladder building. It was quite appealing. :)
Great job . I love the way you nut a problem out and make it work . Most people would give up and just buy a ladder . All your jobs are a true credit to you .At the end of this episode " the color of your eyes , WOW " aust
Hi Michelle, you are a good mum to your pups/dogs are really admire. How do you love them I have two dogs and they are very much part of my family one is that kelpie cross cattle dog and the other one is a pure bred kelpie, just love my girls they are so much more than any human unconditional love. Keep up the good work. Love the videos
Xyla Foxlin built a boat out of cedar. She only wore a dust mask and not a respirator while sanding. She said she had a bad reaction and now is sensitive to cedar.
Xyla also built a rocket out of carbon fiber that soared to five miles!
Hi Michelle
Your ladder looks awesome. I just got done putting a cedar beam in my home and you’re right the smell is to die for. I love it. I totally enjoy all your videos. You’re such a joy to watch on a Sunday morning. Have a great week.
That cedar tree suffered a lightning strike
You are a super talented builder🤯 So many neat things built. Amazing really ❤️ Is that Lenny? That's Lenny! 👍 That girly girl has really put some pep back in him. ❤️❤️
Now you gave me a great idea for the loft I am adding to my 12x16 barn/shed that were not in the original plans. A storage or attic space or a place for my autistic son to hang out in during cool spring or fall days
The ladder looks awesome. Great to see Lenny so happy & active!
Michy strikes again! Beautiful ladder Michelle, just put a cleat on the wall and hang the ladder on it when not in use it's out of the way but right at hand when you need it. Keep up the great work. I wish I had those standing dry cedars ready to cut on my sawmill!
Hey Michy, that’s a heck of a ladder! 😍. That was a good job, for sure 🫵🏻👍🏻. Looks so good and can’t wait to see it in the cabin 🏔️ 👋🏻😀
I find a good belt sander with some gritty grit paper does a great job on removing wood and making it smoothie smooth.
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO YOU AND KEEP SMILING BEAUTIFUL LADY❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
When you first started working with live edge I wasn't a fan of it. But I must admit I really like the look of this ladder. There is no question Michelle, you don't anything stop you! I will say it again, Steve is a very lucky man.
👍👌👏 I simply love watching dogs playing and having fun in and with the snow. 💚💚💚
Looks fantastic Michelle, nice work. It's Super Bowl Sunday, go 49ers. Looking forward to seeing you at the cabin next week and see the ladder in place. Have a great week.
Well, you blew that curiosity out of the water....one lady wrecking crew ( juuust watch me....;-) Love your spunck. No project too big. Now about that bar table on the balcony.....😁
Michy I just love your videos and you need to know that you're beautiful inside and out your soul, external beauty Steve and your pack are so lucky to have you ❤
Ok, its time, its time you build yourself a full on woodshop!! With an actual thickness planer, like the Dewalt 735, a nice 6 or 8 inch jointer, a full size cabinet table saw, and a sturdy workbench because that clamping rocking moving craziness rip you did with that circular saw is an accident waiting to happen! No offense, you are awesome at getting what you need done, but you really would be safer and much more effective if you had a woodshop. I would LOVE to see what you could do with the right tools. A big workbench, jointer, planer, and table saw, and you could open so many new doors to your builds! And honestly, with your love for creating you would be an absolutely incredible woodworker!!
I kinda liked the first working wardrobe you chose...😁
Probably would be a little chilly for that at this time of year...🥶
We have much to look forward to in the summer time though...🤗
Well Michy, as a good friend once told me "Creative minds are seldom tidy!" yet you sure get wonderful and unique end products. The live edge ladder is one of a kind like you. Isn't it funny how a hound like your Clyde with those big ol' ear flaps can be stone deaf when their mind is focused on something else like food morsels or a good scent.
Oh yeah, it’s so funny! And his vision is never great either! One of the many reasons why I love him soooo much! Such a ham! 🥰
Yes a messy desk is the sign of a creative Mind. Wilber 👴🏻🧑🦳
Can totally relate to the term …. Completely falling in love 😉😉😉😉😉
Maybe a thinner, lighter ladder that's hinged at the top would make sense. Such a ladder could be lifted up and out of the way of interior floor space, then it could be lowered down when you want to go up on the loft. You might consider using a pre-fab folding door like many homes have for access to the attic.
Michy you always put a smile in my heart... Love following your process even if it zig zags & zags & zigs.... We are with you all the way...
I forgot one important idea !
When I build an arbor in my back yard , I used a product named LIQUID NAIL it’s In tubes and will fit the standard caulk guns ! I also used screws like you did for my project !!
The product works well !
If you cut your new ladder in half lengthwise you'd have two ladders that are half as heavy. Then you could use them as an extension ladder in case you needed more to grab on to in your loft. They might be light enough to hang with magnets under the loft. You can always bolt them together to form the original ladder.
I wake up Sunday mornings with a smile on my face, knowing that you have a video to watch while having breakfast 😊😊
i mention this because ladder rungs seem very important: someone in the trades told me that you should not have weight bearing screws go into the end grain of wood - screws/nails are best perpendicular to the grain so they grab into each layer and compress it, gives way more shear strength and grip of the fastener into the wood. there are tricks furniture/cabinetry makers and framers use to keep to this rule, using supports underneath that align the grain best is one way. i am sure other tradesmen here can give more info, if not i think quick google/youtube searches will give ideas.
One thing I could have done was some pocket hole screws from underneath in addition to what I did do. I’ll see how it goes …
Love how you add some subtitles to your vids as you're editing & you poke fun at yourself!
sis i do love the way you did the homemade ladder looks great pat on your back
My cat loves Cedar. I have a piece of Cedar wood. That he rubs on and rubs on and I know when he starts, pushing it around that he wants me to send it and add a little bit of moisture to it. Cause he does the same thing. He'll grab and smell it and rub his face on it. I think it's funny.
I always look forward to Sunday updates. You are wonderful. I enjoy your problem solving abilities.
Great looking ladder, the live edge makes it real rustic looking
I enjoy watching you talk your way through your projects as you figure out just what you want. I especially like watching your interaction with your beautiful dogs. They are lucky to have found such a wonderful home.