Keith, It might be completely against your values to not advertise in every video - but I'm sure the audience here understands the use of ads if you do need to advertise more. Personally, I would have no problem if I saw more ads on the channel - if it meant you being able to create the content YOU want to make, and the audience wants to see. You're one of the few channels that I get genuinely excited by seeing a new video, a few extra ads in videos won't change that. Keep up the entertaining content mate!!! Also, a big congratulations on the baby - hope you are all doing well.
I would highly disagree. I think this entire online industry whoooring itself out to any sponsor is what is making the viewership drop. I know its why I watch less and less videos overall in this area. Everything turns into one big marketing channel eventually. I think the integrity of the channel is much more important....otherwise just throw in the towel and be like everyone else. Up to him.
I watch your videos religiously Keith, you're one of the few youtubers that cover all the bases - woodworking, home repairs, quick/cheap fixes and custom made furniture. You do it all with complete transparency. Definitely take on sponsors you need to pay the bills and be rewarded for your hard work. Thank you for all the great content and congrats on the birth of your baby boy 🎉
Congrats on the healthy baby! You’re one of the few whose videos I always watch immediately when you pop up in my feed. Your content is consistently great!
As was already said, can’t understand why you don’t have a millions subs. I look forward to each if your videos. Congratulations on the newest addition to your family. May God bless him and hold him in the palm of his hand. 🙏🏻
Your content is spot on IMHO. You will never please everyone, I like the the way you keep costs down by repurposing and not overly fussed about cosmetics depending on where it is etc. Keep it going.
You and your wife look really happy with baby Brown! I recently came across your channel and have been binge-ing the shed builds and all your other videos. Enjoy the time you have and keep on doing what you love. I am looking forward to your new videos. Tim
honestly idc about the ads even if its from raid shadow legends or vpns. You could put a yellow bar that indicates when the ad is playing so we could skip ahead or put it in the time stamps of the video. Get that bag Keith. you have to feed the baby we don't. Congrats
As always, thanks for all of the great content, especially with a little one to take care of. I have a 3 year old and know how challenging it can be to find time in the shop, and when you do, it can be filled with guilt you're not spending all of your time with your child. I can't wait to see the new designs and tools you have after your workshop is finished.
Thanks Keith. It seems to be a strange beast and I’m sure the algorithms play a part. I always give you a ’like’ try to comment to help that but maybe something has changed. Hope things pick up!
Congratulation on baby brown :) I almost miss those days, almost :D Some will complain about ads/sponsorship but it's part of the "free" model and the vast majority of us understand it. It's good you're not going for any and everything but tbh even if you did we wouldn't mind :)
Don’t give up KB you are an inspiration to us all and your style and honesty makes you stick out from the crowd. Thanks also for not overdoing tool reviews like some are. A great balance and a great channel. Good luck with the li’ dude too 😅
Wonderful news, congratulations. Sorry to hear about the downturn in revenue, don’t blame you for turning to adverts. Wish you all the best and hope for an improvement in the old you tube 🙏🙏👍👍👍👍
You make great videos I love to watch, and I generally watch them as soon as they turn up. It’s your delivery / style / aesthetic that makes them good, and IMO you have plenty of headroom to add what you need to to make the whole thing worth your time. If it is revenue positive, why not ask your loyal fans to not skip the ads? You’re worth it…
Congratulations to both on a healthy baby, I became a first time grandad in December last year, and I can honestly say that I have a slightly different perspective on life!! Keep up the great work and stay well, best wishes, Brian
I think it's ok to have a bit more sponsors (as long as it's not the really bad ones like Raid or lying VPN ads), everyone understands why they're there and I don't think anyone is going to cry about them. Even more so now that there's a new mouth to feed :) Congrats to both of you :)
Hello Keith I myself have not watched your videos much sorry but I have seen your budget videos laying the paving slabs great job loved it but as a joiner myself I do like your workshop and always interested in what you do in your workshop can’t wait to see more l like the way you explain things and I think you could be a very good teacher congratulations too you and your wife and newborn as a dad my self I love it you spend as much time with your Child as they grow up so fast my daughter is 14 and it’s flown bye all the best to you and your family please keep your videos coming 😊👍😊🤠
Congrats on the birth of baby Brown. Don't worry about Ads. I am paying for my cable and it's got so much ads I want to shatter my TV. Your channel is informative and I'd gladly watch you deliver them. Good luck!
Hi, the timing is funny, some weeks ago, I completely changed my shop set up. I got rid of my band saw, my scroll saw, my drill press, and combination jointer/thicknesser, keeping simply my table saw, and buyed a thicknesser. I have more place and enjoy my time more than ever. battery Hand held tools + table saw + thicknesser is enough
Superb video Keith and congrats to you and your family! Been a subscriber for years, always like and watch your vids on the day they’re posted and for some reason I had to scroll so far down my feed to find this. Definitely some algorithm nonsense going on! Madness.
Congratulations on your new addition to Family Brown. Thank you for the content you create. I've picked up all sorts of tips on the way, and you cover projects I need to do just before I get to them. Looking forward to the soak away episode. We have a 16m x 16m garden that floods due to us being on clay, and a combination of french drains and soak aways may be the best solution.
really happy to hear about baby brown and mum (and dad) all doing well ! its amazing to think in years to come they can come and see how most of the furniture and house was created ! With sponsorship i think i said last time you discussed it that you provide not only entertainment but valuable guides to so you've got to make sure its paying off for you and your family, re your garden projects (im super excited for) maybe speak to worx uk about sponsorship and tool promotion , i used their garden range and found it fantastic.. i also think this last year has been awesome in terms of your video and project so i cant understand the bad performance at all!! Looking forward as always to all the upcoming stuff :) PS sorry for the long comment!
Thanks for the update Keith and many congratulations to you both, so pleased that everyone is well, I've been itching to ask how thing were but respected your decision to keep things separate from the channel ! Sorry to hear things are not going so well channel wise, I totally agree that your content is the best it's ever been and wish you every success, and of course you have to explore all channels for income, more so now than ever ! Excited to see all the changes you're making, I'm in the process of reworking my workshop space too so will be good to compare !
Congratulations on the baby boy! I'm one of the newer subscribers to your channel, and just wanted to say I really enjoy your content and have been bingeing your older content. Stick with it, have no doubt things will pick up again!
Glad to hear the mrs and baby brown are doing well. Sad to hear the channel isn't at the moment. Keep up the great content, i'm certain you'll bounce back stronger than ever. Looking forward to seeing what changes you've in store... all the best dude.
I'm just someone who has discovered your videos in the last few weeks, and am currently binge watching a load of them - you have skills (which I currently don't, hence me watching!) and you explain things superbly well, and you always have one eye on the budget (it drives me mad how some RUclips DIY/Woodworkers just throw money at every problem, whereas you find cost effective solutions) so although I haven't given you money (coz I don't have much, for which I'm sorry) I do like and respect what you do and the way you do it. All the best. Oh and ETA: Congrats to you and your lady on the birth of your Mini-Brown ... may all go well and smoothly for all of you!
Congrats on Baby Brown! We did the same thing with our two children. No social media at all; including with friends and family. The internet is already a strange place; and with the advent of bigger and bigger data, plus the dawn of A.I. I just think it's better to let them decide when they are old enough.
Congrats on baby Brown to you both 😁 Completely understand the ads standpoint but also do what you gotta do - I personally have no issue with it and it certainly wouldnt stop me watching your videos in the slightest! I love your videos and look forward to them each week so keep it up!! 👍🏻
Thanks for the mention Keith, I’m really happy you and so many other people seem to like the content. Also congratulations on the new baby boy, I’m sure he will keep you even more busy😂
It's a perfect storm, just at a time when people would be looking at DIY ideas to cost save, materials are ridiculously expensive, especially things like wood. Where as before I just used to mess around trying things because wood was cheap now I'm really cautious and the first try has to be the final try. Such a shame about birch ply, I had loads of projects in mind with that in mind that I've had to can.
Sorry it’s not going so well at the moment Keith, afraid it’s about the same for us here in Aus too. I used to love it when you made stuff with recycled wood from skips etc., - maybe you could bring these back? I’ve noticed that ‘recycled, restored, up cycled’ channels are getting lots of views at the moment… just an idea. Lovely to see Baby Brown and proud Mum and Dad.
I'd love to but I already have more salvaged wood than I can store at the moment so salvaging more would be an issue! I need to get back to making furniture and using some up really! Thank you
Congratulations to you both on baby Brown, life changing and wonderful news. Looking forward to seeing your next projects and sorry to hear that things are on a bit of a dip at the momment. Peter Millard reported the same on his channel
Take as many sponsors as you need Keith. I will always watch and support your channel. Always look forward to your videos and looks like you have some great stuff coming up as well 👍
Your channel has always been outstanding and your right the content is better than its ever been. Have said this before that my woodwork has improved because of you. Congratulations on the recent arrival. As for the ads, go for it, i dont mind them i just turn the volume down. As most of us understand that they help pay for the channel.
Congratulations on the new arrival And very wise to keep him away from media. Really enjoy your videos and look forward to new ones, do whatever needed to make these profitable. Congratulations again, Stay Blessed
Thanks for the update and I do hope that things pick up soon (and sponsorship may not be a bad thing if done wisely). I do enjoy your 'on a budget' videos and I think that reusing/recycling videos seem to be doing well at the moment. Glad to hear that all is well with Baby Brown and Mum.
I think it’s the algorithms … as I have been subbed to ur channel for ages and completely forgot I were on here apologies for that but glad I seen this one 😊
Have to agree about the quality of your content recently Keith, it’s been absolutely great, and while I much prefer RUclips hearing you talk about this has encouraged me so I will be finding other ways to support you, I’ve already bought some plans previously but will be probably getting a patreon now!
Great video as always, thank you for the open and honest update. I'm now a member! I watch so much of your content and your advice and real-world style means you've saved me time, effort, and money on many DIY projects. Its the cost of a coffee which I bumped into you i'd defo buy you one ! Good luck with the channel changes, and the need for sponsorship is i'm sure not an issue for the subscribers. Thank you
Whatever it takes Keith, try and keep the channel alive. I think we'd all miss you from the goto woodworker channels. And, of course, CONGRATULATIONS to You & Rea and warm welcome to, 'lil rag-n-bone'. Get a sponsership from pampers if you can - you know it makes sense lol.
I think the reason viewer numbers is down is because of all the tool reviews and less builds. Die hard subs like me will watch whatever but so many just want to see build videos
This could be true, but then it’s hard to have a new build ready, filmed and edited by 5pm each Friday. It seems like the channel is evolving into more of a general DIY channel, which probably helps to meet that deadline. As for sponsors, take whatever you can get. We’d all do the same.
@@detroutspinners9933 yeah I agree with all that. But I noticed it's happened to other channels when they started going towards tool reviews. I'll still be here regardless
Congratulations on the new arrival I am sure he will be working away with you in the shop in no time 😂. Thank you so much for the shout out on recommendations and your kind words. I really appreciate it 🙏 very kind of you. I echo what everyone's saying about sponsors. It really doesn't matter. You're producing top quality content and you shouldn't feel bad about making what earnings you can from it. Keep up the great work 👍
Great video Keith congrats to u and ryea on baby brown. New apprentice in the making. A totally agree u should be taking sponsors this is what you do for living well that and woodworking so why shouldn't people pay you think it's only right. A personally don't have issue with people taking sponsor video's. It'll come back. 🏴👍 Ps your channel and views should be sky high up there with the massive channels on here.
Congratulations to you 2 and a heartedly welcome for baby Brown. Don't sorry about taking more sponzora/advertisers. We all have to pay our bills. That sander issue was really interesting.
OMG CONGRATULATIONS!!!! My son gave me my first and only grandchild on 6th May of this year so they're about the same age! It's so wonderful! I'm glad your wife is doing well, we go through so much bringing forth life! I think it's a good choice to NOT have him online, we're not showing our David either! Only to friends on Messenger!
I also have the 3M Xtract and had the same issue. Something is off balance as even with a pad saver, it should not be that noisy. I had mine replaced by 3M directly and the new one is much more quiet with a pad saver.
Congratulations on the birth of your son Keith he'll grow up to be another you mate. I've always found your videos to be clear and concise every time and I think when it comes to sponsors, people tend to sit on the edge of the seat because of their advertisement or what they deal in would seem a bit off putting. At the moment I don't post videos on RUclips but it's one thing I'd probably need a lot of advice with if and when I perhaps start posting. Great video chap
Hi! Thank you so much for recommending my channel - so great to have found yours too. Thanks so much! PS I’m from Norfolk (my parents still live there) so perhaps one day I’ll visit your shop :)
Hi Keith, very many congratulations on baby Brown. I hope that you’re all well. I’ve watched this video and thought I’d share a point of view that might grate, but it’s my honest observation. You said that subscriptions are down. It is my opinion that this may be because your channel has evolved, a natural progression, but has changed direction from its beginnings. Your previous content involved restoration work (the origin of the name of the channel?) and small to medium sized projects. This more recently is not the case and you aren’t alone in this. Your channel has become “Keith Does Up His Home”. Again, nothing wrong with this but if like me you were in at the start because of the content of the channel and this has now changed direction, why subscribe? Andy Mac’s channel, Gosforth Handyman has gone the same way. From helpful tips, quick fixes and general how-to’s to “look at my house”. I also would not have expected Rag ‘N’ Bone Brown to be showcasing premium tools. There’s quite a paradox in running a series of videos with a budget theme to them and then comparing two sanders which a quick search of Amazon shows to be between £500-700 each! Upcoming videos on how you’re swapping around your workshop? My workshop resembles yours in as much as it’s got 4 walls, a roof and it’s where I do stuff. I won’t be waiting on these videos because the chances of me learning anything, let alone having a go to similarly implement the same changes are nonexistent. If the tool you’re getting rid of is what I think it is I have no doubt that you’ll get by without it using your other machinery. However that self same tool is a mainstay of many workshops around the world. I realise that you’re pretty much ‘all-in’ as a RUclipsr for your job, but what you put out as YT content may no longer be what your one-time subscribers are looking at for entertainment or education. The subscriptions will only come if you’re making the content that people want.
I understand you're upset that my content has changed but surely you appreciate that from my perspective after making 480 videos, I might get a bit bored of doing the same thing over and over and over again? Do you want me to pick projects that I have lost interest in? Or wouldn't you think it would be better content if I did the things that I wanted to do? Besides, my last restoration video got about 27k views, my last " Keith does up his home" videos consistently get 100k or more. Appreciate your views, but I think I know best what is best for my channel. Thanks, Keith
Congratulations both 😁. Meant to say in the previous video on the sanders I have the 3M and I use a pad saver although my pad saver is a 3M one with a different hole layout than a more universal one and no issues with sound or vibration though it does slightly jerk on start up and run on a little
Congratulations! It’s tough times right now and everyone is working more with less time to watch their favorite videos. If you need a sponsor for now, I think that’s fine. Growing families need reliable revenue.
Congrats again mate. Glad you - all 3 - are doing well. Funny that whatever is happening to RUclips is happening to you too. I thought bigger, regular uploading channels like yours might be more insulated from it. My channel is effectively dead. Not exactly inspiring me to make any more content. Hope its just some glitch after some changes and it picks up for yoy though👍
I'm sorry to hear that mate, it's so hard to keep churning them out and as soon as you stop, things plummet 🙄 and all the while RUclips is encouraging it's creators to take a break to avoid burnout! 👍
Sorry to hear your stats are going down, just when you need them going up !! Your channel is brilliant , I've followed you for years, always amazed at quality of your work. You should have greater numbers . You & Scott Brown (NZ) are my favourite builders, both masters of your craft & both have good onscreen presence, you know how to create & present good video quality! No " off the cuff drivel " that floods RUclips! Congratulations on the delivery of Baby Brown, sorry i missed the previous blog/vlog. Time for a Crib build!! Massive soakaway!! Is that for your roof rainwater or your taps/bath drainage?
Whilst I am not a fan of adverts, my theory is as long as you are not recommending the sponsor product on the product review video then I personally don't have a problem, where I tend to skip videos is where the sponsor's product is being reviewed as you cannot tell if the review is genuine or not. I hope that this makes sense
I am VERY skeptical the Mirka was designed for end-user balancing. I suspect if you start adding or subtracting weights you'll significantly accelerate the death of your sander.
The collaboration with one of your fav youtube channels... I wonder who that might be! either Mr. Beast or Proper DIY surely. One of the two. Probably the former! Congrats for the baby! :D
Great channel and the cat related videos are brilliant 👏🏻 A thought… could you create a bunch more plans for things (anything you’d make yourself) to make a passive income? Is there a way you could do videos of you making each plan, but using tools from sponsors that you previously turned down? Another idea: Could you collaborate with other carpentry or DIY RUclipsrs to create a single online shop for plans, where the willing creator gets a cut of the sale (a bit like a Spotify model, but a lot more rewarding)? Your platform has presence so I’m just wondering if there’s additional ways you could use it to your financial advantage. Congrats with the little one too (good idea re blurring his face). Cheers 👍🏻
Congratulations, glad all is going well at home. As for the channel, it must be frustrating to see numbers and revenue dipping in spite of consistent quality. Take the sponsors if you can get them, if it keeps the show running then why not? We’ve all got bills to pay! I’ll miss your oil wax finish though, I will say. Great call on Daisy tempests channel as well, she’s awesome.
Sponsors are a great idea Keith! It's an easy way people can support you if patreon isn't an option. Also, thank you for the nice update on the family! I'm totally the same with keeping my kids off social media. Btw beech is good for kids' toys cos it's antibacterial. Just saying!
Whack the sponsors in we can just fast forward them anyway!! Great channel, love your vids hope you can make things work! And congratulations on fatherhood!
Not being able to use a pad saver is a big negative IMO. I only have a cheap blue bosch sander and I never use it without a pad saver. I ruined it once, I'm not using it without a pad saver again.
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This channel should have a million viewers easily based on the quality of the content.
Wow thank you!
My shed leans needs mending expenses mat paid please
You are 100% correct
Couldn't agree more!
Watched channel for year keep going mate
Keith,
It might be completely against your values to not advertise in every video - but I'm sure the audience here understands the use of ads if you do need to advertise more.
Personally, I would have no problem if I saw more ads on the channel - if it meant you being able to create the content YOU want to make, and the audience wants to see.
You're one of the few channels that I get genuinely excited by seeing a new video, a few extra ads in videos won't change that. Keep up the entertaining content mate!!!
Also, a big congratulations on the baby - hope you are all doing well.
Thank you so much !
I would highly disagree. I think this entire online industry whoooring itself out to any sponsor is what is making the viewership drop. I know its why I watch less and less videos overall in this area. Everything turns into one big marketing channel eventually. I think the integrity of the channel is much more important....otherwise just throw in the towel and be like everyone else. Up to him.
I watch your videos religiously Keith, you're one of the few youtubers that cover all the bases - woodworking, home repairs, quick/cheap fixes and custom made furniture. You do it all with complete transparency. Definitely take on sponsors you need to pay the bills and be rewarded for your hard work. Thank you for all the great content and congrats on the birth of your baby boy 🎉
Thank you!
Thanks for your honesty and congrats on your little boy!
(1:07) Yaaaaay!!! Welcome to the world, Baby Brown! You just know his first word won’t be “momma” or “dada,” but “Milwaukee” or “sapele.” 😆
I think ‘oak hat and coat stand’ would be a tad long 😂
Congrats on the healthy baby! You’re one of the few whose videos I always watch immediately when you pop up in my feed. Your content is consistently great!
Thank you very much!
Love that you call out other creators and channels. If only everyone were this kind & generous.
Congratulations on baby Brown 😀.
As was already said, can’t understand why you don’t have a millions subs. I look forward to each if your videos. Congratulations on the newest addition to your family. May God bless him and hold him in the palm of his hand. 🙏🏻
Congrats on baby
Your content is spot on IMHO. You will never please everyone, I like the the way you keep costs down by repurposing and not overly fussed about cosmetics depending on where it is etc. Keep it going.
You and your wife look really happy with baby Brown! I recently came across your channel and have been binge-ing the shed builds and all your other videos. Enjoy the time you have and keep on doing what you love. I am looking forward to your new videos.
Tim
Awesome! Thank you!
Congrats on the baby. Do whatever ads you need to, just keep going 👍🏼
Congratulations to you both
Congratulations my friend! 🍻
honestly idc about the ads even if its from raid shadow legends or vpns. You could put a yellow bar that indicates when the ad is playing so we could skip ahead or put it in the time stamps of the video. Get that bag Keith. you have to feed the baby we don't. Congrats
Congrats on the baby news, Baby Brown has a great start in life with his parents being awesome and all.😊
As always, thanks for all of the great content, especially with a little one to take care of. I have a 3 year old and know how challenging it can be to find time in the shop, and when you do, it can be filled with guilt you're not spending all of your time with your child.
I can't wait to see the new designs and tools you have after your workshop is finished.
I always enjoy your reuse of materials and your working on a budget principles.
Thank you!
Thanks Keith. It seems to be a strange beast and I’m sure the algorithms play a part. I always give you a ’like’ try to comment to help that but maybe something has changed. Hope things pick up!
Thank you!
Congratulations on the safe arrival of Baby Brown❤
Great update - thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Congrats on the kid! My wife and I had our first 12 months ago at 40 and 42 respectively. It’s an amazing ride - enjoy it!
Congratulation on baby brown :) I almost miss those days, almost :D
Some will complain about ads/sponsorship but it's part of the "free" model and the vast majority of us understand it. It's good you're not going for any and everything but tbh even if you did we wouldn't mind :)
Don’t give up KB you are an inspiration to us all and your style and honesty makes you stick out from the crowd. Thanks also for not overdoing tool reviews like some are. A great balance and a great channel. Good luck with the li’ dude too 😅
Wonderful news, congratulations. Sorry to hear about the downturn in revenue, don’t blame you for turning to adverts. Wish you all the best and hope for an improvement in the old you tube 🙏🙏👍👍👍👍
You make great videos I love to watch, and I generally watch them as soon as they turn up. It’s your delivery / style / aesthetic that makes them good, and IMO you have plenty of headroom to add what you need to to make the whole thing worth your time. If it is revenue positive, why not ask your loyal fans to not skip the ads? You’re worth it…
Congratulations to both on a healthy baby, I became a first time grandad in December last year, and I can honestly say that I have a slightly different perspective on life!! Keep up the great work and stay well, best wishes, Brian
I think it's ok to have a bit more sponsors (as long as it's not the really bad ones like Raid or lying VPN ads), everyone understands why they're there and I don't think anyone is going to cry about them. Even more so now that there's a new mouth to feed :) Congrats to both of you :)
Thank you!
Congratulations
Welcome baby Brown. Congrats to you and Ria. Stay safe and enjoy every minute xx
Hello Keith I myself have not watched your videos much sorry but I have seen your budget videos laying the paving slabs great job loved it but as a joiner myself I do like your workshop and always interested in what you do in your workshop can’t wait to see more l like the way you explain things and I think you could be a very good teacher congratulations too you and your wife and newborn as a dad my self I love it you spend as much time with your Child as they grow up so fast my daughter is 14 and it’s flown bye all the best to you and your family please keep your videos coming 😊👍😊🤠
Thank you!
Congrats on the birth of baby Brown. Don't worry about Ads. I am paying for my cable and it's got so much ads I want to shatter my TV. Your channel is informative and I'd gladly watch you deliver them. Good luck!
Thank you!
Hi, the timing is funny, some weeks ago, I completely changed my shop set up. I got rid of my band saw, my scroll saw, my drill press, and combination jointer/thicknesser, keeping simply my table saw, and buyed a thicknesser. I have more place and enjoy my time more than ever. battery Hand held tools + table saw + thicknesser is enough
Cheers, interesting. It's strange that sometimes less is more!! 👍
Belated congratulations on becoming a father, health and happiness to you all 😊
Thanks so much Matt, great to hear from you!!
Superb video Keith and congrats to you and your family! Been a subscriber for years, always like and watch your vids on the day they’re posted and for some reason I had to scroll so far down my feed to find this. Definitely some algorithm nonsense going on! Madness.
Congratulations on your new addition to Family Brown. Thank you for the content you create. I've picked up all sorts of tips on the way, and you cover projects I need to do just before I get to them.
Looking forward to the soak away episode. We have a 16m x 16m garden that floods due to us being on clay, and a combination of french drains and soak aways may be the best solution.
really happy to hear about baby brown and mum (and dad) all doing well ! its amazing to think in years to come they can come and see how most of the furniture and house was created !
With sponsorship i think i said last time you discussed it that you provide not only entertainment but valuable guides to so you've got to make sure its paying off for you and your family, re your garden projects (im super excited for) maybe speak to worx uk about sponsorship and tool promotion , i used their garden range and found it fantastic.. i also think this last year has been awesome in terms of your video and project so i cant understand the bad performance at all!! Looking forward as always to all the upcoming stuff :)
PS sorry for the long comment!
I will continue to watch your videos and leaving thumbs up.
Thanks for the shout out!
Glad it was helpful.
Cheers!
Cheers! 👍
Thanks for the update Keith and many congratulations to you both, so pleased that everyone is well, I've been itching to ask how thing were but respected your decision to keep things separate from the channel !
Sorry to hear things are not going so well channel wise, I totally agree that your content is the best it's ever been and wish you every success, and of course you have to explore all channels for income, more so now than ever !
Excited to see all the changes you're making, I'm in the process of reworking my workshop space too so will be good to compare !
Congratulations on your son , glad your wife is doing well.
Congratulations on baby Brown, hopefully this comment helps with the algorithm gods...
Congratulations on the baby boy! I'm one of the newer subscribers to your channel, and just wanted to say I really enjoy your content and have been bingeing your older content. Stick with it, have no doubt things will pick up again!
Thanks for subbing!
Glad to hear the mrs and baby brown are doing well. Sad to hear the channel isn't at the moment. Keep up the great content, i'm certain you'll bounce back stronger than ever. Looking forward to seeing what changes you've in store... all the best dude.
Much appreciated
I'm just someone who has discovered your videos in the last few weeks, and am currently binge watching a load of them - you have skills (which I currently don't, hence me watching!) and you explain things superbly well, and you always have one eye on the budget (it drives me mad how some RUclips DIY/Woodworkers just throw money at every problem, whereas you find cost effective solutions) so although I haven't given you money (coz I don't have much, for which I'm sorry) I do like and respect what you do and the way you do it. All the best.
Oh and ETA: Congrats to you and your lady on the birth of your Mini-Brown ... may all go well and smoothly for all of you!
Thank you so much
Congratulations both, fantastic news 🎉
The Oak dining table build sounds great, as do the others. I’m looking forward to the upcoming videos.
Thanks so much!
Congrats on Baby Brown! We did the same thing with our two children. No social media at all; including with friends and family. The internet is already a strange place; and with the advent of bigger and bigger data, plus the dawn of A.I. I just think it's better to let them decide when they are old enough.
Congratulations on your family addition
Congrats on baby Brown to you both 😁
Completely understand the ads standpoint but also do what you gotta do - I personally have no issue with it and it certainly wouldnt stop me watching your videos in the slightest! I love your videos and look forward to them each week so keep it up!! 👍🏻
Thanks for the mention Keith, I’m really happy you and so many other people seem to like the content. Also congratulations on the new baby boy, I’m sure he will keep you even more busy😂
My pleasure, thank you for the great videos!
It's a perfect storm, just at a time when people would be looking at DIY ideas to cost save, materials are ridiculously expensive, especially things like wood. Where as before I just used to mess around trying things because wood was cheap now I'm really cautious and the first try has to be the final try. Such a shame about birch ply, I had loads of projects in mind with that in mind that I've had to can.
Congratulations mom and dad, and welcome to this world BB (Baby Brown).
Sorry it’s not going so well at the moment Keith, afraid it’s about the same for us here in Aus too. I used to love it when you made stuff with recycled wood from skips etc., - maybe you could bring these back? I’ve noticed that ‘recycled, restored, up cycled’ channels are getting lots of views at the moment… just an idea. Lovely to see Baby Brown and proud Mum and Dad.
I'd love to but I already have more salvaged wood than I can store at the moment so salvaging more would be an issue! I need to get back to making furniture and using some up really! Thank you
Congratulations to you both on baby Brown, life changing and wonderful news.
Looking forward to seeing your next projects and sorry to hear that things are on a bit of a dip at the momment. Peter Millard reported the same on his channel
Take as many sponsors as you need Keith. I will always watch and support your channel. Always look forward to your videos and looks like you have some great stuff coming up as well 👍
I always look forward to the vids too, its like my little Friday treat :)
Much appreciated!
Your channel has always been outstanding and your right the content is better than its ever been. Have said this before that my woodwork has improved because of you. Congratulations on the recent arrival. As for the ads, go for it, i dont mind them i just turn the volume down. As most of us understand that they help pay for the channel.
Congratulations on the new arrival And very wise to keep him away from media. Really enjoy your videos and look forward to new ones, do whatever needed to make these profitable. Congratulations again, Stay Blessed
Thank you very much!
Great information thanks for sharing
Thanks for the update and I do hope that things pick up soon (and sponsorship may not be a bad thing if done wisely). I do enjoy your 'on a budget' videos and I think that reusing/recycling videos seem to be doing well at the moment. Glad to hear that all is well with Baby Brown and Mum.
I think it’s the algorithms … as I have been subbed to ur channel for ages and completely forgot I were on here apologies for that but glad I seen this one 😊
Thx ❤
Congratulations re the little one! 😃
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Congratulations to the both of you!
Thank you mate!
I think we can put up with sponsored videos it’ll be worth it to watch your videos.
Thank you!
You are making the best content you've ever made.
Quite sad that it isn't financialy satisfying.
Have to agree about the quality of your content recently Keith, it’s been absolutely great, and while I much prefer RUclips hearing you talk about this has encouraged me so I will be finding other ways to support you, I’ve already bought some plans previously but will be probably getting a patreon now!
Thank you!
Great content as always 😊
Great video as always, thank you for the open and honest update. I'm now a member! I watch so much of your content and your advice and real-world style means you've saved me time, effort, and money on many DIY projects. Its the cost of a coffee which I bumped into you i'd defo buy you one ! Good luck with the channel changes, and the need for sponsorship is i'm sure not an issue for the subscribers. Thank you
Awesome! Thank you! I appreciate that
Whatever it takes Keith, try and keep the channel alive. I think we'd all miss you from the goto woodworker channels. And, of course, CONGRATULATIONS to You & Rea and warm welcome to, 'lil rag-n-bone'.
Get a sponsership from pampers if you can - you know it makes sense lol.
🤣great idea!
Congrats on the baby. 😄
👍👍👍.Thank you
Congratulations!
I think the reason viewer numbers is down is because of all the tool reviews and less builds. Die hard subs like me will watch whatever but so many just want to see build videos
This could be true, but then it’s hard to have a new build ready, filmed and edited by 5pm each Friday. It seems like the channel is evolving into more of a general DIY channel, which probably helps to meet that deadline.
As for sponsors, take whatever you can get. We’d all do the same.
@@detroutspinners9933 yeah I agree with all that. But I noticed it's happened to other channels when they started going towards tool reviews. I'll still be here regardless
Really thought the big and intimidating DIY project was going to be you talking about the baby but a new drainage system sounds good, too
one of my fav channels. weird how earnings have gone down. i think with FB people are over the platform.
Congratulations on the new arrival I am sure he will be working away with you in the shop in no time 😂.
Thank you so much for the shout out on recommendations and your kind words. I really appreciate it 🙏 very kind of you.
I echo what everyone's saying about sponsors. It really doesn't matter. You're producing top quality content and you shouldn't feel bad about making what earnings you can from it. Keep up the great work 👍
My pleasure! Thank you! I hope he grows up to like sanding 🤞
Great video Keith congrats to u and ryea on baby brown. New apprentice in the making. A totally agree u should be taking sponsors this is what you do for living well that and woodworking so why shouldn't people pay you think it's only right. A personally don't have issue with people taking sponsor video's. It'll come back. 🏴👍 Ps your channel and views should be sky high up there with the massive channels on here.
Congratulations to you 2 and a heartedly welcome for baby Brown. Don't sorry about taking more sponzora/advertisers. We all have to pay our bills. That sander issue was really interesting.
Welcome Baby Brown.
Waiting to see the new things that are coming.
Thank you!
OMG CONGRATULATIONS!!!! My son gave me my first and only grandchild on 6th May of this year so they're about the same age! It's so wonderful! I'm glad your wife is doing well, we go through so much bringing forth life! I think it's a good choice to NOT have him online, we're not showing our David either! Only to friends on Messenger!
I also have the 3M Xtract and had the same issue. Something is off balance as even with a pad saver, it should not be that noisy. I had mine replaced by 3M directly and the new one is much more quiet with a pad saver.
Congratulations on the birth of your son Keith he'll grow up to be another you mate.
I've always found your videos to be clear and concise every time and I think when it comes to sponsors, people tend to sit on the edge of the seat because of their advertisement or what they deal in would seem a bit off putting.
At the moment I don't post videos on RUclips but it's one thing I'd probably need a lot of advice with if and when I perhaps start posting.
Great video chap
Hi! Thank you so much for recommending my channel - so great to have found yours too. Thanks so much! PS I’m from Norfolk (my parents still live there) so perhaps one day I’ll visit your shop :)
My pleasure, loving your videos. Ah, no way! I didn't detect the accent
@@RagnBoneBrown somehow it never stuck! thanks again Keith!
Hi Keith, very many congratulations on baby Brown. I hope that you’re all well.
I’ve watched this video and thought I’d share a point of view that might grate, but it’s my honest observation.
You said that subscriptions are down. It is my opinion that this may be because your channel has evolved, a natural progression, but has changed direction from its beginnings. Your previous content involved restoration work (the origin of the name of the channel?) and small to medium sized projects. This more recently is not the case and you aren’t alone in this. Your channel has become “Keith Does Up His Home”. Again, nothing wrong with this but if like me you were in at the start because of the content of the channel and this has now changed direction, why subscribe? Andy Mac’s channel, Gosforth Handyman has gone the same way. From helpful tips, quick fixes and general how-to’s to “look at my house”.
I also would not have expected Rag ‘N’ Bone Brown to be showcasing premium tools. There’s quite a paradox in running a series of videos with a budget theme to them and then comparing two sanders which a quick search of Amazon shows to be between £500-700 each! Upcoming videos on how you’re swapping around your workshop? My workshop resembles yours in as much as it’s got 4 walls, a roof and it’s where I do stuff. I won’t be waiting on these videos because the chances of me learning anything, let alone having a go to similarly implement the same changes are nonexistent. If the tool you’re getting rid of is what I think it is I have no doubt that you’ll get by without it using your other machinery. However that self same tool is a mainstay of many workshops around the world.
I realise that you’re pretty much ‘all-in’ as a RUclipsr for your job, but what you put out as YT content may no longer be what your one-time subscribers are looking at for entertainment or education. The subscriptions will only come if you’re making the content that people want.
I understand you're upset that my content has changed but surely you appreciate that from my perspective after making 480 videos, I might get a bit bored of doing the same thing over and over and over again? Do you want me to pick projects that I have lost interest in? Or wouldn't you think it would be better content if I did the things that I wanted to do? Besides, my last restoration video got about 27k views, my last " Keith does up his home" videos consistently get 100k or more. Appreciate your views, but I think I know best what is best for my channel. Thanks, Keith
Congratulations both 😁. Meant to say in the previous video on the sanders I have the 3M and I use a pad saver although my pad saver is a 3M one with a different hole layout than a more universal one and no issues with sound or vibration though it does slightly jerk on start up and run on a little
Thanks for the info!
Congratulations! It’s tough times right now and everyone is working more with less time to watch their favorite videos. If you need a sponsor for now, I think that’s fine. Growing families need reliable revenue.
Congrats again mate. Glad you - all 3 - are doing well. Funny that whatever is happening to RUclips is happening to you too. I thought bigger, regular uploading channels like yours might be more insulated from it. My channel is effectively dead. Not exactly inspiring me to make any more content. Hope its just some glitch after some changes and it picks up for yoy though👍
I'm sorry to hear that mate, it's so hard to keep churning them out and as soon as you stop, things plummet 🙄 and all the while RUclips is encouraging it's creators to take a break to avoid burnout! 👍
Sorry to hear your stats are going down, just when you need them going up !! Your channel is brilliant , I've followed you for years, always amazed at quality of your work. You should have greater numbers . You & Scott Brown (NZ) are my favourite builders, both masters of your craft & both have good onscreen presence, you know how to create & present good video quality! No " off the cuff drivel " that floods RUclips!
Congratulations on the delivery of Baby Brown, sorry i missed the previous blog/vlog. Time for a Crib build!!
Massive soakaway!! Is that for your roof rainwater or your taps/bath drainage?
Thank you John! The soakaway is for roof rainwater. We are starting it tomorrow
@@RagnBoneBrown AHH, that's why big void volume needed. Do you plan cover top & sides of cages to stop soil filling in?
Whilst I am not a fan of adverts, my theory is as long as you are not recommending the sponsor product on the product review video then I personally don't have a problem, where I tend to skip videos is where the sponsor's product is being reviewed as you cannot tell if the review is genuine or not. I hope that this makes sense
Totally agree
I am VERY skeptical the Mirka was designed for end-user balancing. I suspect if you start adding or subtracting weights you'll significantly accelerate the death of your sander.
Congrats on the new arrival. As a father to a 1 year old, I hope that you and your wife are getting some sleep!
The collaboration with one of your fav youtube channels... I wonder who that might be! either Mr. Beast or Proper DIY surely. One of the two. Probably the former! Congrats for the baby! :D
Great channel and the cat related videos are brilliant 👏🏻
A thought… could you create a bunch more plans for things (anything you’d make yourself) to make a passive income? Is there a way you could do videos of you making each plan, but using tools from sponsors that you previously turned down? Another idea: Could you collaborate with other carpentry or DIY RUclipsrs to create a single online shop for plans, where the willing creator gets a cut of the sale (a bit like a Spotify model, but a lot more rewarding)? Your platform has presence so I’m just wondering if there’s additional ways you could use it to your financial advantage. Congrats with the little one too (good idea re blurring his face). Cheers 👍🏻
Congratulations, glad all is going well at home. As for the channel, it must be frustrating to see numbers and revenue dipping in spite of consistent quality. Take the sponsors if you can get them, if it keeps the show running then why not? We’ve all got bills to pay!
I’ll miss your oil wax finish though, I will say. Great call on Daisy tempests channel as well, she’s awesome.
Take the sponsorship money, we'll still watch 👍
Sponsors are a great idea Keith! It's an easy way people can support you if patreon isn't an option. Also, thank you for the nice update on the family! I'm totally the same with keeping my kids off social media. Btw beech is good for kids' toys cos it's antibacterial. Just saying!
I think you need to focus on supporting your channel and your young family. Having sponsors is going to help even it means having Royal Match...
Whack the sponsors in we can just fast forward them anyway!! Great channel, love your vids hope you can make things work! And congratulations on fatherhood!
Not being able to use a pad saver is a big negative IMO. I only have a cheap blue bosch sander and I never use it without a pad saver. I ruined it once, I'm not using it without a pad saver again.
I agree!