6x6 Custom Mailbox Post Build / Extra Large Mailbox

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  • @inspiringbuilds
    @inspiringbuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Below are the tools and supplies used to build your own!
    Extra Large Mailbox: amzn.to/3JVsLLe
    T Straps: amzn.to/44p70eM
    T Strap Hex Head Washers: amzn.to/44Hq9ZP
    Screw Fasteners for T Straps & Bracket: amzn.to/3NXFPRq
    Post Caps Cover: amzn.to/43sxwTl
    Support Steel Bracket: amzn.to/3rxgJBr
    Torch: amzn.to/43rj7GX
    Nyalox Flap Brushes: amzn.to/3rzOiT4
    Oil to protech & finish: amzn.to/3NXEDgZ
    Post Level: amzn.to/44p6zkE
    Floating Modern Mailbox Numbers: amzn.to/3Q1mZeU
    Chisel - amzn.to/3pYOBq6
    Circular Saw: amzn.to/458eeon
    Drill: amzn.to/3P8BtWi
    Saw Horses: amzn.to/3pRXjX7
    Speed Square: amzn.to/44gg8mb
    Quick Grip Clamps: amzn.to/407w1bI
    Hammer: amzn.to/3oQK8lb
    Tape Measure: amzn.to/3IkGv04
    Jobsite Markers: amzn.to/3nOxshR
    Safety Work Gloves: amzn.to/3IlCDNA
    Safety Glasses: amzn.to/3RcTF36
    Screws: amzn.to/3Q2vl5N
    Palm Sander: amzn.to/3YLnmuw
    Sanding Pads: amzn.to/409cCaF
    Free Basic Plans: ibb.co/6bBkgM6
    *DISCLAIMER: The above links are Amazon affiliate links. This costs you absolutely nothing, but pays me a small commission and helps me continue to create this FREE content.

    • @gavinmorrison7549
      @gavinmorrison7549 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m 😂😂 “time lapse to talk to neighbors”

    • @markbeadle9152
      @markbeadle9152 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Could the link be fixed?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@markbeadle9152Thanks for watching and also letting me know. I fixed the link to the basic plans and also updated the links for all of the supplies and tools used in the video. Please let me know if you need anything else.

  • @nataliemorrisonhomes
    @nataliemorrisonhomes ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the thorough how to video!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome, thank you for watching!

  • @gavinmorrison7549
    @gavinmorrison7549 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    LMAO @ the Tap Tap Tap! Great How To Dan!

  • @Spikeg7
    @Spikeg7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Learned some new wood working techniques from this video. 👍

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome and happy to have you as part of the channel. Have a great day!

  • @lionelmontoya4452
    @lionelmontoya4452 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I followed this this 100 percent and now all my neighbors want one. Upgraded curb appeal

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love it, thanks for the comment. Curb appeal is important for sure. Studies have shown that homes with an appealing exterior sell on average for 7% more than comparable homes with a rundown appearance. 👍

  • @OverOut
    @OverOut ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what an incredible project. end results are amazing!!! this came out absolutely beautiful!!! 👍🏼thanks for sharing.

  • @nataliemorrison7173
    @nataliemorrison7173 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Coolest Mailbox EVER! 🤩

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you, I appreciate it!

  • @anthonyhenderson7241
    @anthonyhenderson7241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bought all the parts in the links, everything was perfect! Thank you!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great to hear it all worked out!

  • @FixItFrench
    @FixItFrench ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tap it in, tap it in, tap tap tappidy tap tap”😂😂 Great entertaining video brother, also I’ve got to get a torch like rhat

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😂 Thanks so much! I agree, I don’t know why I didn’t pull the trigger a long time ago. The torch is cheap enough and super simple. Not to mention it makes large jobs quick and easy! 👍

  • @TheSeedsower107
    @TheSeedsower107 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Best looking mail box and post I've ever seen. Nice Job !!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you, I really appreciate it! Did you have a favorite part and are you considering building a new mailbox?

    • @TheSeedsower107
      @TheSeedsower107 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@inspiringbuilds Your welcome ! I don't need a new post yet. Only a box replacement. I will be keeping your project in mined though for when I do . Thanks again

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheSeedsower107 Sounds like a plan and you’re welcome. Reach out if you have any questions and welcome to the channel. 👍

  • @TheOzthewiz
    @TheOzthewiz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One thing this person overlooked in this installation is the mailbox itself! I recently installed this SAME mailbox and found that there are gaps in the back panel which WILL allow water to enter! In the video you can see daylight by looking into the mailbox. I used "polyurethane" sealant on the INSIDE to correct what the factory failed to do. I also installed some very thin "3M" foam strip around the inside perimeter of the door, another potential leakage area. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this installation! I did mine with an "Architectural" slip over plastic cover on a 4X4 timber, installation came out quite solid. My house is several levels BELOW the author's and to do what he did would be OVER KILL in my situation!!! Thank you for uploading this video. CHEERS!!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@TheOzthewiz You’re very welcome. I considered a 4x4, but I felt the post needed to be bigger for the larger mailbox. Note, I’ve bad the mailbox for over a year and not a single drop of water has gotten inside the mailbox. 👍

  • @sweetest411
    @sweetest411 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely beautiful work!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you, much appreciated and welcome to the channel. Do you plan on building one or taking ideas from it? The design process took the longest as I wasn’t seeing much online.

  • @HonestDoubter
    @HonestDoubter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gonna be building one just like this - I love it. I will post back when done.

    • @HonestDoubter
      @HonestDoubter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Says "Just tap it in" and then jumps on it! ;) (You know that fit was perfect!)

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m excited for you and looking forward to hearing how it turns out! Thanks for watching!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@HonestDoubter 😂 My son and I was watching an old Adam Sandler movie. I couldn’t resist not throwing that in. 👍

  • @TonySmith-kf1de
    @TonySmith-kf1de ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing build 5 stars!

  • @ericmoss8344
    @ericmoss8344 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video and very nice finished product!!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Are you considering building one similar? If so, let me know if you have any questions and welcome to the channel.

    • @ericmoss8344
      @ericmoss8344 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@inspiringbuilds nothing nearly as fancy... just replacing our normal size mailbox w/the same one you used. :)

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ericmoss8344 Got it, the larger mailbox has been a game changer with the amount it holds and the mail delivery driver will love it.

  • @nataliemorrisonhomes
    @nataliemorrisonhomes ปีที่แล้ว +2

    shou sugi ban - try saying that 3 times fast lol Truly diggin this look! Can you make a mantle using shou sugi ban?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 Tongue twister for sure. Yes, I think a mantle would look pretty cool. Maybe a future project. 👍

  • @stevehutchins1231
    @stevehutchins1231 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love this post and am planning to do this at my house. Can you put the Amazon links to the products you used back in the description? They're not showing up any more.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hi Steve, thanks for watching and here you go! Below are the tools and supplies used to build your own!
      Extra Large Mailbox: amzn.to/3JVsLLe
      T Straps: amzn.to/44p70eM
      T Strap Hex Head Washers: amzn.to/44Hq9ZP
      Screw Fasteners for T Straps & Bracket: amzn.to/3NXFPRq
      Post Caps Cover: amzn.to/43sxwTl
      Support Steel Bracket: amzn.to/3rxgJBr
      Torch: amzn.to/43rj7GX
      Nyalox Flap Brushes: amzn.to/3rzOiT4
      Oil to protech & finish: amzn.to/3NXEDgZ
      Post Level: amzn.to/44p6zkE
      Floating Modern Mailbox Numbers: amzn.to/3Q1mZeU
      Chisel - amzn.to/3pYOBq6
      Circular Saw: amzn.to/458eeon
      Drill: amzn.to/3P8BtWi
      Saw Horses: amzn.to/3pRXjX7
      Speed Square: amzn.to/44gg8mb
      Quick Grip Clamps: amzn.to/407w1bI
      Hammer: amzn.to/3oQK8lb
      Tape Measure: amzn.to/3IkGv04
      Jobsite Markers: amzn.to/3nOxshR
      Safety Work Gloves: amzn.to/3IlCDNA
      Safety Glasses: amzn.to/3RcTF36
      Screws: amzn.to/3Q2vl5N
      Palm Sander: amzn.to/3YLnmuw
      Sanding Pads: amzn.to/409cCaF

    • @stevehutchins1231
      @stevehutchins1231 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@inspiringbuilds You rock! Thank you!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@stevehutchins1231 Thanks Steve, let me know if you need anything else. 👍

    • @stevehutchins1231
      @stevehutchins1231 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@inspiringbuilds I just completed this build and it turned out amazing. Your plans and video made it extremely easy. You know you did well when your mailman writes "Love the new box" on the first delivery after installing.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@stevehutchins1231 That’s awesome Steve, great work and I appreciate you letting me know! Just in time for the holiday as well! If you have a way of providing a link to a photo I’d love to see it, have a great weekend.

  • @Rob-mj5oq
    @Rob-mj5oq 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wanted to see what you think about using a 4x4 post instead? I found the decorative T Strap for the 4x4 just wondering if you think there would be any other issues?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and I’m happy to help. Are you going with the mailbox in the video or a similar size?

  • @lutherison9895
    @lutherison9895 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for the great video. I'm following it pretty closely for my project. One question; I'm using #2 green treated 6x6 that's pretty wet. Did you burn the wood while it was still wet, or had you let it dry out for months? Thanks.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@lutherison9895 Good question, I burned it the same day I purchased the lumber and it was still very wet. I would recommend using a torch similar to the one I used (linked in the description) as it will take longer to burn being wet, but that torch makes quick work out of it. Let me know if you have any other questions and how the build turns out.

    • @lutherison9895
      @lutherison9895 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@inspiringbuilds Thanks for the reply! It makes sense to burn it wet, the more I think about it. I've got it in the sun for a few days and it's already dried a fair amount. I bought a torch similar to yours but from Harbor F for $25 so half of Amazon or our local Menards. We'll see how it does.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@lutherison9895 You’re welcome, good luck on the build. 👍

  • @kaskadesmoney
    @kaskadesmoney 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wanted to thank you for your inspiration. I made one quite similar to the one you've built, have you had issues with the actual mailbox itself? In terms of rivets near the opening and magnet, as well as moisture getting into the seams?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You’re very welcome, inspiring others is the reason why I started the channel. I’ve installed multiple of those mailboxes and only had an issue with the rivets that you speak of being a bit loose on one where I installed new cotter pins to make it tighter with the lid opening/closing. Moisture has never been an issue.

  • @my3sonsnh
    @my3sonsnh 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love this! I need to replace my post/box for my log home and this is exactly what I was looking for. Any issues with burning the PT post? Did/should one wear a mask for any chemical fumes from the burn?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching, it’ll look great for your log home! No issues, however I would strongly recommend a mask when doing the wire brush with all of the black soot. Let me know if you have any questions. 👍

    • @my3sonsnh
      @my3sonsnh 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!

    • @my3sonsnh
      @my3sonsnh หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@inspiringbuilds Time to do this before winter arrives... Did you make this out of one 8' 6x6 or did you need a 10' 6x6?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@my3sonsnh Knock it out one of the weekends before it gets too cold for sure. I went back and looked at the plans I have in the description and you will need a 10’ 6x6. Happy Building 👍

  • @davidgalindo6593
    @davidgalindo6593 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Mmm. Great project I’m gonna do it in my house. But where’s the link for the torch??

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you David, here is the link to the torch and brushes I would recommend. Let me know if you need anything else. Torch: amzn.to/43rj7GX
      Nyalox Flap Brushes: amzn.to/3rzOiT4

  • @brianpeacock7046
    @brianpeacock7046 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video, I’m definitely doing this project. I’m assuming you used a 6x6 pressure treated post?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Brian, thank you and yes it’s a 6x6 pressure treated post. Below are the tools and supplies used if needed, let me know if you have any questions.
      Extra Large Mailbox: amzn.to/3JVsLLe
      T Straps: amzn.to/44p70eM
      T Strap Hex Head Washers: amzn.to/44Hq9ZP
      Screw Fasteners for T Straps & Bracket: amzn.to/3NXFPRq
      Post Caps Cover: amzn.to/43sxwTl
      Support Steel Bracket: amzn.to/3rxgJBr
      Torch: amzn.to/43rj7GX
      Nyalox Flap Brushes: amzn.to/3rzOiT4
      Oil to protech & finish: amzn.to/3NXEDgZ
      Post Level: amzn.to/44p6zkE
      Floating Modern Mailbox Numbers: amzn.to/3Q1mZeU
      Chisel - amzn.to/3pYOBq6
      Circular Saw: amzn.to/458eeon
      Drill: amzn.to/3P8BtWi
      Saw Horses: amzn.to/3pRXjX7
      Speed Square: amzn.to/44gg8mb
      Quick Grip Clamps: amzn.to/407w1bI
      Hammer: amzn.to/3oQK8lb
      Tape Measure: amzn.to/3IkGv04
      Jobsite Markers: amzn.to/3nOxshR
      Safety Work Gloves: amzn.to/3IlCDNA
      Safety Glasses: amzn.to/3RcTF36
      Screws: amzn.to/3Q2vl5N
      Palm Sander: amzn.to/3YLnmuw
      Sanding Pads: amzn.to/409cCaF
      *DISCLAIMER: The above links are Amazon affiliate links. This costs you absolutely nothing, but pays me a small commission and helps me continue to create this FREE content.

  • @martysuch3377
    @martysuch3377 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A little tippity tap

  • @rhoodj
    @rhoodj 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How much it would cost in total as a private job for the neighbor?

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching. Most of the cost for this project would be in labor and it would depend on your hourly labor rate as well as location. Some locations for example it’s almost impossible to dig requiring extra cost when others isn’t as bad.

  • @sabrinajohnson716
    @sabrinajohnson716 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What wood did you use

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching Sabrina. It's 6x6 treated lumper. I also included a link to all of the tools and supplies used in the description and pinned as the top comment. Let me know if you need anything else!

    • @sabrinajohnson716
      @sabrinajohnson716 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@inspiringbuilds do you know what kind of wood? Like cedar, pine, Douglas etc

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It’s a pressure treated ground contact southern pine timber wood post.

    • @sabrinajohnson716
      @sabrinajohnson716 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@inspiringbuilds thank you!

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sabrinajohnson716 You’re welcome, let me know if you need anything else. 👍

  • @iamreiver
    @iamreiver 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're really not supposed to use that kind of hammer with that kind of chisel, but I assume you already know that and are using something you're not worried about.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you. This was a cheap old hammer and chisel. I typically use a wooden mallet in the shop. Did you like the build?

  • @N-1951
    @N-1951 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In some states wooden posts over 4”x4” are illegal. I don’t agree with that but you should check your local laws first.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching. Can you show me where? Many have used my build to make a 4x4 post as well so you can go smaller if you desire. 👍

    • @N-1951
      @N-1951 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@inspiringbuilds Ohio is one of the states . Posts must be no more than 4” square in wood or less than 2” diameter in metal or of a breakaway design.I guess it’s a safety regulation so it would shear off with limited damage to a vehicle. I didn’t know that until my son asked me to build one for him. My own post was built with 6x6”. I suppose it would only be a problem if someone sued me after hitting it.
      Your post looks great. The hard ware is pricey but looks good.

    • @inspiringbuilds
      @inspiringbuilds  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@N-1951 Thanks, where is the website to the law?

    • @marvinjackson2641
      @marvinjackson2641 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@N-1951 Tell them to "sue" the same person they would if they hit a Tree, Telephone Pole, Driveway Boulder or Pier. Just saying

  • @damirregoc8111
    @damirregoc8111 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video. Just a little advice from a viewer, if you take those: maybe make a video just as a report of what you're doing, instead of this tutorial style, "do it like this, then do this". Because this is too specific of a project for anybody to really use it as a tutorial to follow step-by-step. So it sounds a bit weird. Other then that, I like it.

    • @FixItFrench
      @FixItFrench ปีที่แล้ว

      Respectfully, some people watch videos because they find it entertaining. Also TH-cam pays TH-camrs more money for videos that are longer than 10 minutes.
      I enjoy watching videos like this🤙🏼🤙🏼

    • @damirregoc8111
      @damirregoc8111 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FixItFrench I didn't say anything about the length of the video. Where did you get that?
      Most of your comment doesn't seem to refer to my comment. I also watch the videos, among other things, for entertainment. And I prefer long form videos.
      I don't get it, what are you replying to?

    • @FixItFrench
      @FixItFrench ปีที่แล้ว

      @@damirregoc8111 to me that’s just what it sounded like. I wasn’t trying to be disrespectful. 🤙🏼🤙🏼I just thought you were trying to tell him to “get more to the point”

    • @damirregoc8111
      @damirregoc8111 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FixItFrench No, I think I was pretty clear. I just proposed for him not to speak as if it's a tutorial. "Do this, then do that". Because it's a very specific build, than nobody is going to recreate, step by step. So it would just make more sense to make a video as a report of one's actions. "So then I did this, and I did this".
      This way, as it is now, it sounds awkward, because, again, it's talking to the audience as if it's a tutorial, how to do this very specific thing.

    • @FixItFrench
      @FixItFrench ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@damirregoc8111 Got it, I just misinterpreted what you said 👍🏼