What i like is you are showing the entire process and explaining exactly why you went with what materials you chosse. And going through the explanation of how you are doing it. Most videos i have seen are just people doing time-lapse videos and not fully explaining things.
Had you known in advance that you would be short some boards you could have gotten the last box, opened it up, and then just inserted one in randomly. That really is a cool look. My daughter did a floor in a mobile home and used various widths and shades. Turned out great.
Love the dual tone, my first thought was pull up some of the lighter board and reinstall with the dark board mixed in to break it up the pattern but i think what you did worked out better. What do you guys plan to do for a heating system? Just want to be sure you dont plan to put a heavy wood stove on that LVP 😅 Also will you be insulating the underside of the tiny home at all?
Thanks! We made it work XD We'll have a box wooden stand, with a tile top that holds a very tiny wood stove! We'll likely insulate the bottom of the cabin eventually :) We'll see how this winter fares and adjust accordingly.
I find it strange that after touting the benefits of natural materials in the last episode you went for LVP. I get the benefits but it just seems inconsistent
For some, going off grid isn't so much about connecting with nature as it is finding affordable alternatives to the mess that is modern day living. Also LVP is probably the best flooring product on a budget out there right now. natural wood would either cost a lot or take a long time to make and youd still have to use volatile products to treat and protect the flooring. Most LVP is 100% water proof and outside accidental damage will last several decades which makes it pretty sustainable in the long run.
We hear you! We'll try to break it down this way: For future projects, we would likely use cork or bamboo! However, we had enough leftover LVP from a project a long time ago. Using what is already available is often the most sustainable route before buying new materials. Buying new cork or bamboo would have cost more, and it requires new product. We used waste LVP for this project to save cash and make the floor! Keeps it out of a shed gathering dust or out of the landfill. That's our line of thinking. Other materials are more sustainable, but when you already have something on hand that's often the most sustainable route - upcycling or using what's around.
@@Eville.. yeah, I get all that. I've installed both lambs wool and LVP myself. It Just felt like they ignored all previous arguments for the extra expense of lambs wool for the cheap and easy LVP without providing natural options or addressing the change in tack
@@acornlandlabs I think the VOCs and compostability were top of mind but you make a good point about using what you have. I don't think it was a bad choice, I did wool and LVP in my van. Keep up the good work.
@@Eville..Chemistry at service of sustainability Indeed a great concept And due to the times we are living, I have to say I do mean that, with no sarcasm at all :)
What i like is you are showing the entire process and explaining exactly why you went with what materials you chosse. And going through the explanation of how you are doing it. Most videos i have seen are just people doing time-lapse videos and not fully explaining things.
I love the bite-sized step by step format of these.
Much more real life.
The different colored flooring gives it way more character
Exactly! Character :D
Had you known in advance that you would be short some boards you could have gotten the last box, opened it up, and then just inserted one in randomly. That really is a cool look. My daughter did a floor in a mobile home and used various widths and shades. Turned out great.
😆 the enterior designer was spot on
Thank you, thank you! We spared no expense.
Love it intentional design, and adds character!
Thanks! That's the idea :D
It looks nice!
Another great video. You guys are very inspiring. Keep up the great work!
I’ve done this exact thing with my father with putting in the flooring for my sister’s room.
Lmao, love the designer impression
Thank you!!! I love this series! Me and my brother are planning on working on a homestead on a plot of land my grandpa has (:
Awesome!! That's going to be a fun project.
Can just put a few shelves along the coffee, plus a welcome mat
Looks Great!!! Next will you live in it for 30 days?
We sure will!
@@acornlandlabs will you make videos on it???
@@acornlandlabs also what will you do for the long term of the home
For $300 they ought to deliver it, install it, and give the whole floor a good wax or something.
Exactly! That's what we thought too. Must be some base-rate for shipping freight only. Still, seems like a rip-off. They have trucks coming every day.
@@acornlandlabs Yeah, exactly. That's why it's kinda weird. Shipping is usually free if it's being delivered to a local store.
Should have went with natural wood instead of plastic. Or use tile and cover it with wool rug.
Working on a budget and using what we have! Trying to make it count. :D
Hello
Love the dual tone, my first thought was pull up some of the lighter board and reinstall with the dark board mixed in to break it up the pattern but i think what you did worked out better. What do you guys plan to do for a heating system? Just want to be sure you dont plan to put a heavy wood stove on that LVP 😅 Also will you be insulating the underside of the tiny home at all?
Thanks! We made it work XD We'll have a box wooden stand, with a tile top that holds a very tiny wood stove! We'll likely insulate the bottom of the cabin eventually :) We'll see how this winter fares and adjust accordingly.
I’m curious how dude is doing in the bell tent with no shower
We have not made the bath house yet with shower! We do have a cool hand-pump shower that's great for summer time. We'll show that soon.
@@acornlandlabs so he’s not living in the bell tent yet?
Back on day 6. Wondering if my eyes were seeing correctly 😂. Was that a John Calvin portrait on the Xbox?
Yes 😂
That’s awesome
Wow
Now you are using a chemical material
That's nice :)
I find it strange that after touting the benefits of natural materials in the last episode you went for LVP. I get the benefits but it just seems inconsistent
For some, going off grid isn't so much about connecting with nature as it is finding affordable alternatives to the mess that is modern day living. Also LVP is probably the best flooring product on a budget out there right now. natural wood would either cost a lot or take a long time to make and youd still have to use volatile products to treat and protect the flooring. Most LVP is 100% water proof and outside accidental damage will last several decades which makes it pretty sustainable in the long run.
We hear you! We'll try to break it down this way: For future projects, we would likely use cork or bamboo! However, we had enough leftover LVP from a project a long time ago. Using what is already available is often the most sustainable route before buying new materials. Buying new cork or bamboo would have cost more, and it requires new product. We used waste LVP for this project to save cash and make the floor! Keeps it out of a shed gathering dust or out of the landfill.
That's our line of thinking. Other materials are more sustainable, but when you already have something on hand that's often the most sustainable route - upcycling or using what's around.
@@Eville.. yeah, I get all that. I've installed both lambs wool and LVP myself. It Just felt like they ignored all previous arguments for the extra expense of lambs wool for the cheap and easy LVP without providing natural options or addressing the change in tack
@@acornlandlabs I think the VOCs and compostability were top of mind but you make a good point about using what you have. I don't think it was a bad choice, I did wool and LVP in my van. Keep up the good work.
@@Eville..Chemistry at service of sustainability
Indeed a great concept
And due to the times we are living, I have to say I do mean that, with no sarcasm at all :)
This is the first series I’m watching from you guys and I’m loving the content but tbh you guys need a little more content in each video.😊
Agreed. I would love more details!
@@esthergerlitz2359 same
I'm afraid of doing all that work then getting mould and damp.
Wood stove, keeping it painted, and proper gutters help prevent all that. Gotta be bold and learn as we go!
Yes, the good investment of a good roof is what I heard from the Koreans, also the good foundations against rising damp.@@acornlandlabs
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video was too short... sham on you guys
We're working on adding as much content as we can between our budget and kiddos!