@@AmbitionStrikes we are waiting for the heavy equipment sir 😍 and don’t forget about the cnc plasma cutting machine we need full episode just for it please 🙏 🫶
Since your able to do the fabrication yourselves, you should do a swing gate at the top of those stairs (assuming you haven't already planned to). That way you don't have to worry about baby attempting the stairs on their own, and you can let the dogs out there without worrying about them going downstairs unless you want them to.
My wife and I have lived in a rural area for almost 40 years now. It's been a lot of work over the years and my wife has always been there and willing to help shovel gravel, dig water lines and LP lines, drag & burn brush, pour concrete, pack grease into wheel bearings by hand, set fence posts & stretch fences, hand me tools and anything else I've needed help with. A wife who's not only willing but wants to help with chores around the homestead makes the sometimes difficult life so much easier and as the saying goes, "Teamwork makes the dream work".
Good Man! 4" clear... I figured you would have researched that! That dimension was reduced from 6" to 4" specifically because kids were getting their heads stuck in between balcony vertical railings.
You guys are definitely next level project managers! I never cease to be amazed at your projects and how well they turn out. Riley, that welding and welding jig are genius. What a time saver that was, including the jig for the chop saw to cut the verticals so efficently. And Courtney, you drive that skid stear like you were born in it. I wish you would give me lessons on how to use one so easily. And I have to say thank you from Boone. Those pads on the staircase to protect his feet are greatly appreciated. And he knows they are there and to use them. That was so cool to watch. Thank you again for another great video and project completed. We never get tired of watching you guys.
Agree 100%! Fabrication skills are amazing. Work ethic is amazing. Courtney's driving skills and video editing skills are fantastic! Can't wait to see your next video. Boone is definitely a quick study on how to use those stair pads.
My mom always said it's OK to talk to yourself... as long as you don't answer back. It's OK, Riley... I'm the same way. When working on stuff it's good to have your ears hear what your mind is thinking. Sometimes... listening to yourself helps you find flaws in your process.
There is a paint called POR 15 that is amazing stuff. It's made for metal and will never rust. The finish will fade eventually but will not rust. The color black will melt into the background and the railing view will be very transparent. You will not be a slave to yearly painting of that beautiful deck. As always, you guys rock. Good luck with the new baby, your in for a real treat and tremendous joy.
We are unconscious when we are asleep or fainted. When we are unconscious, we have no thoughts, no emotions, and cannot see the world. When we are conscious, we know everything. Consciousness is thoughts, emotions, and everything in the world. This consciousness is one. Will consciousness be split in two? Consciousness is not divisible. Do you feel two consciousnesses when talking to a friend? Consciousness is felt only as one. Consciousness is one. I am Conscious and I am the World. Gospel of Thomas "For many of the first will be last, and will become a single one." Jesus said, "Two will recline on a couch; one will die, one will live." "For this reason I say, if one is whole, one will be filled with light, but if one is divided, one will be filled with darkness." Jesus said, "Why do you wash the outside of the cup? Don't you understand that the one who made the inside is also the one who made the outside?" Jesus said, "I am the light that is over all things. I am all: from me all came forth, and to me all attained. Split a piece of wood; I am there. Lift up the stone, and you will find me there." A [person said] to him, "Tell my brothers to divide my father's possessions with me." He said to the person, "Mister, who made me a divider?" He turned to his disciples and said to them, "I'm not a divider, am I?"
Your opening made me into a bowl of mush Courtney! Big sentimental tears out of nowhere... well not nowhere, but this is about you :) so THANK YOU for being a sweet daughter AND a good mama-in-waiting, it's so nice to watch. Greetings, Jon and I send our best wishes for an awesome weekend. The deck looks like a great place to relax!
Riley's enthusiasm is so great when he says "I own a deck...with a BARBACUE!" The railings change the look of the whole place, in a good way. Very integrated, nice design. Well done, guys!
You guys have addicted me. I have watched almost every video ( some multiple times) and wait with anticipation every week. Your enthusiasm, adventurous spirits, and empathy for each other are infectious. Now almost 83, I reflect on memories and projects in my past that fit my own place and style. I appreciate the sense of satisfaction at project completions under less than ideal circumstances. Your smiles, mutual admiration, and respect are especially admirable. Thank you for documenting your adventures.
I commented on the last video how the dogs would be unwilling to use the stairs because the tread was too aggressive for their paws. Im glad to see you fixed it so quickly.
Impressive addition! I've not followed you from the start but have come on fairly recently so I may have missed your plans for future additions. I may have a bit of experience that can be of benefit. I bought a house a bit over 30 years ago from an older couple and got a great deal on the purchase for one reason. It was a tri-level house and they had reached an age where stairs were not their friend. Didn't matter to me and my wife because we were young and not concerned about it. At my present age of 78 I can tell you stairs are a real concern. Not only for pregnant mommies but for kids and elderly home owners. If you haven't already planned for it you might want to include a lift of some kind to your deck plan. Trust me if you stay there long enough you will benefit from having it.
Like your mom, I am glad that the deck is now a safe space for everyone. I didn't think I would like the rebar on the decking but it is perfect. Those falling rocks are a doozy! I see more dirt pushing in the future ( I can't wait). Great scene and a clear day. Thank you for sharing with us. Courtney, you are looking radiant.
Each of your creations is like magic🪄. No sooner thought than said. No sooner said than designed. No sooner designed than done. This is the most solid terrace I've ever seen built in the shortest time, I swear.👍👌✌️😍
It's amazing how big of a difference the railing makes to the look, really completes everything. Congrats you guys, it looks great! With it all welded together, that has to be one of the strongest residential deck build ever, lol. Have you guys been taking down any more trees? Seems like your view has been opening up a bit, absolutely gorgeous!
We agree, the railing made such a huge transformation! We haven’t taken any trees down recently but there is some more clearing we will be doing this spring to push back our defensible space.
@@AmbitionStrikes Saudações. Para derrubar as árvores, vocês,precisam de autorização de algum órgão ambiental? Aqui no Brasil, se derrubamos uma árvore, somos enviados pra prisão, aqui é crime ambiental. E pra conseguir autorização pra derrubar uma, é uma dificuldade tremenda, que pode levar mais de dois anos. E se conseguir, cada árvore derrubada, você terá que plantar 30 mudas da mesma espécie.
you two are Amazing, this has become one of my favorite youtube channels. Love how you both have your specific places and talents.. A True partnership.. you'll make great parents.
'Elaborate jigs', safety goggles, ice cleats - - y'ay for safety!! Your 'super-operator' makes it look easy! One of my favourite jobsite adages "If you've got a job - get a hammer. If you have a big job - get a selection of hammers!" Of course an excavator, a skid-steer and a dozer help! Such a smart design - - going to look great with the rust-patina! You guys rock!
Absolutely awesome deck build Riley & Courtney , the rebar makes a nice rustic look to the railing. Now with the way that you two operate machinery that landslide doesn't stand a chance what with Riley on the dozer and Courtney in the Mini Ex , superb operators and superb Millwrights I might add.
Ok Riley, I’m a chef and your choice in bbq grill it great. Get that replacement igniter before two year is over. I have a challenge for you. Build/weld your own bbq/smoker for the deck setup. You’ll be happy you did.
I'm a general contractor and I've been to a lot of homes with BBQs on plastic decks and composite decks, the grease from cooking plays hell on the plastic decking and it almost ruins the composite decking. All I recommend is placing a mat down under the BBQ that extends away from it a few feet to collect any grease splatter. Your BBQ rolls so you wouldn't need to even keep it out there long term if you don't want to.
I have a suggestion on my upper deck I was always worried about the snow coming off and if it was too Low of a pitch it wouldn't slide so I put my upper shade on hinges so whenever I was gonna be going and not using that deck I was able to crank it down to the top of my railing and vice versa put it backup when we wanted shaped down makes it good for the snow to come off That way I didn't have to worry About how much weight was up there
The railing came out fantastic! Are you going to be getting the painting done asap? Rebar rusts fast. Are you going to be putting a hand rail down the stairs? I recommend making that out of wood with the metal brackets that are available for the rail so you will actually want to use it when it's really cold outside or if it ever gets really hot.
As always I am impressed by Riley's ability to think things out ahead of time. The jig was a great tool to employ and insured a consistent result, awesome job! Kudos to you both!
That deck looks awesome! Once you get a roof on it it'll be double the living space when it rains and snows. Can't wait to see what your summer plans are. I'm waiting to win the lottery to put in an electric system like you guys have. 😂
The railings look awesome you guys. I pray everything went well at your appointment Courtney and Riley is so right, your willingness to help with the work and machinery really makes you a treasure to have around. Stay safe and may you have a long and happy future of video making ahead, because this OG loves his Sunday videos
Hi Paul. I know you from all the Arkensas homesteads but I don't comment. These are my favorite people here. Todd & Tyler and Vanwives are also because they are vegans and won't be killing animals. When ridge life and the rest from Arkensas start showing that, it gets turned off. See you around Paul.
Wow! The railing system turned out great and looks like professionals designed, fabricated and installed it. Yes, Courtney is a competent skid-steer operator and has a good time driving it. By the way, the Christmas tree ornaments still add a nice tough to your homestead. Blessings to you folks.
House and deck look great. From experience, i had to ultimately paint my steel baulsters(in your case rebar) and cap my steel railing. The railing got very hot in the sun (even in a shady spot). My kids were burning their hands, and when you put say a damp towel over it to dry, it sometimes left rust marks. Also the kids would constantly hold the rusty baulsters (after all they are right at their height. ) They kept getting rusty hands and a few times say them trying to teeth on them.........they are just a dirty distraction for little ones. I wound up making a railing cap out of ipe' wood and screwing to the top of the steel. It was easy....then painted the baulsters...........could just clear coat them if you like the raw look. Place is looking great.
When you put the roof on the deck, I would recommend that it not be connected to the main roof. A grill fire would be catastrophic if it got into the rest of the structure. I've been on that call more than once. Also pick up a grill mat so you don't make a mess on your new deck. Happy grilling!
Love the pads on the steps for the dogs great job ! It did have me a little worried lol Also thinking will they make the railing able to swing open to bring up stuff and yes you did awesome great minds thing alike haha
I was thinking about the much needed gate at the top of the stairs. The railings next to the house are only suspended by one post. I gate is only suspended by one post so it naturally doesn’t need the other post - except that is where the latch traditionally is. But a latch on the hinge side of the gate could be fabricated to work. But it should be made to be hands free - from the stair side of the gate. If you’ve got two arms full of groceries, there is no place to set them down to open the gate. So you will need a foot or knee activated latch to open it. It will be dog/toddler proof because it will be outside the gate and they would have access to it. Just thinking about you guys.
I watch another RUclips channel called My Self Reliance. I loved it when Riley started welding up on the deck and the same banjo music started playing that Shawn uses on his channel. You both have great taste in music and are extremely hard workers.
The railings are a great and overdue idea. I sympathize with your dog and the knee surgery, I had shoulder surgery on Thursday, and it is really starting to get to me. Though maybe it is the pain meds that are not helping! I tried to cut down today, but at least seeing you work so well as a team helps me to unwind and feel more comfortable and relaxed. I said it before, but it can be justified again, Courtney, your touch on the machines is second to none.
Brilliant project and great to see you finishing off the deck. I have watched all of the editions and you are inspirational. Keep up the good work> Well done.
great job ! Please think about a door which could be locked to close the stairs ! Very important for the future baby ! Courtney looks gorgeous with her pregnancy ! Riley : You are very lucky because Courtney has an incredible and amazing personnality !
What a massive undertaking, and it's beautiful and massive! I was wondering if the re-bar was very rough or not. Courtney , you still look radiant and hopefully you will feel great your whole pregnancy.
😊 I agree with ur mother! Also, u need a handrail attached to building going down the outside steps! Very happy for u both! God Bless! Mommy & baby onboard!😅
wow! The railing being added really show the scale of it! Good thing ir's steel as it'll make adding strategically placed cup holders near the Grill for the "Grill Masters" Beverage while grilling ;)
You both are amazing with all the work you have done and still are talking. You work so well together and do such great projects. Each new video is adventure and have also been enjoyable to watch ! Stay safe !
The pair of you are so good together, hardworking and supportive plus lucky but everything you know will be turned on it’s head when the monster arrives, your in for the best time of your lives, you’ll learn so much, well done 👍
I love everything you guys do. Courtney is so skilled, only rivaled by Rileys mind blowing engineering skills. Courtney you are at a point with your editing/filming skills that you could show us a bug crawling up a log and it would be fascinating to watch. Early in the video when you captured your hair it was a heart pang moment. Seeing the side steps covers for the dog to use, and he used them exclusively, knowing they were there for that purpose. The thicker rebar on the rails was a great choice. The rails are incredibly secure. Now when you are looking out at such a beautiful view, the security of the iron rail fortress enables you to feel secure while viewing the enormity of nature. Keep up the great work. This is by far one of my "THE" most favorite channels on You Tube.
Words cannot really Express how much joy and Hope you both bring to me and probably others working as a joyful team in such a Serene and down-to-earth environment! I almost wish we lived closer so I could visit and maybe lend a hand. Regardless, may you both, eerr all three of you be abundantly blessed with all that's good guided and protected throughout your journey.
Make sure all your steel posts and rails have holes to drain condensation out. They will fill with water over time and the frost will split them like a banana. I know because this happened to me after a couple winters. Sorry I didn't think to mention it earlier.
Young lady. You are the sweetest thing ever. I love everything about you. If I were only 30 years younger. Dang it. Love watching all these adventures with you. Keep up the great work!!!! Central PA out !!!
Another really great video! Thanks! I strongly suggest that you drill weep holes on the underside of the rails. It's difficult to believe, but water will likely get into the rails. Come winter, it will freeze and bulge or even tear the steel in the rails. This happened to the first fence I built using square steel tubing. I don't have photos at hand, but I can get some if you need to see for yourself. For subsequent fences, I drilled 1/8" weep holes about every third spindle (ca. one foot or 30 cm on center). To make the job easier, center punch the upper rail. For the lower rail, I would consider using a C-clamp with a 'puck' that has a sharp point (e.g., cut a half inch 12 mm slice of your spindle material, drill a hole the same diameter as a piece of hard steel, about 3/16" / 4.8 mm, sharpen a point on the hard steel, tighten the C-clamp with the puck in place to create a dimple to start the drill). I like double ended, stubby drill bits sold by Malco as used by tin knockers (I did a tin knocker's apprenticeship during high school college, and grad school). A package of 12 is available from SupplyHouse com for $24.99. The lower rail will likely require a right angle drill or attachment. I hope this helps!
Talking to yourself is good, means you NOT nuts! That railing looks cool. Check out some vids on "dry concrete", looks like a great idea for little projects. Think a boom for the skid would be a great build for you and so useful as projects get higher and farther out.
We hadn't even had our coffee but we had to check to see if your video had dropped. What amazing progress this week. Your weekly inspiration never fails. We haven't been filming our progress but your videos have definitely helped motivate us in our projects too. Your railing looks amazing! I always enjoy reading the comments that others write to you. I'm going to agree with the many others about the gate. Love you guys! I can't wait to see what the next project is. See you next week!
Courtney and Riley, great job on the deck and railings. Glad to see the puppies protective covering on the stairs. I hope you check it weekly, as those stairs will cut thru everything. Keep up the good work. Can't wait for baby.
I get keeping amazed at how much work you get done and how professionally cunning it's done every time. I'm wowed at this last project again. I could never live like you do, at least not at my age anymore. I guess that makes me even more impressed every time I see your videos. You've got so many talents and skills (and soooo much equipment ;-) ). Love you guys.
Wow, what a future view you guys just finished. That railing looks great and it didn't look all that difficult to do. Lots of work, sure, but relatively simple. Measure, square, cut and weld. Loved the tolerances you kept. A true sign of quality work. Courtney, you have to hate not being able to be more involved like you usually are. But I guess you are busy building something more precious!! You look like your glowing being an "almost" mom. I remember when Brenda was pregnant with our son. You look a little like her with your red/strawberry hair!! I miss her😭. What, if anything are you guys doing about a finish?? Going to let it rust like the door or paint later?? It truly looks super cool and you did a great job. Kudos to Riley's jig building talents. Until your next video take care of yourselves and the puppies. Ron
I like how you carpeted the side of the steps for the dogs! I’m sure they really love it!
It makes the stairs safe for us, and comfortable for them!
@@AmbitionStrikes we are waiting for the heavy equipment sir 😍 and don’t forget about the cnc plasma cutting machine we need full episode just for it please 🙏 🫶
Since your able to do the fabrication yourselves, you should do a swing gate at the top of those stairs (assuming you haven't already planned to). That way you don't have to worry about baby attempting the stairs on their own, and you can let the dogs out there without worrying about them going downstairs unless you want them to.
I was thinking that exact same thing, its just a peace of mind upgrade. an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
They could have made the front railing swing in so that anything could be brought upstairs.
Great idea!
@@neilmaccubbin844 Agree, easy mod.
@@neilmaccubbin844 they said they were going to do that at a later date.
My wife and I have lived in a rural area for almost 40 years now. It's been a lot of work over the years and my wife has always been there and willing to help shovel gravel, dig water lines and LP lines, drag & burn brush, pour concrete, pack grease into wheel bearings by hand, set fence posts & stretch fences, hand me tools and anything else I've needed help with. A wife who's not only willing but wants to help with chores around the homestead makes the sometimes difficult life so much easier and as the saying goes, "Teamwork makes the dream work".
Good Man! 4" clear... I figured you would have researched that! That dimension was reduced from 6" to 4" specifically because kids were getting their heads stuck in between balcony vertical railings.
You guys are definitely next level project managers! I never cease to be amazed at your projects and how well they turn out. Riley, that welding and welding jig are genius. What a time saver that was, including the jig for the chop saw to cut the verticals so efficently. And Courtney, you drive that skid stear like you were born in it. I wish you would give me lessons on how to use one so easily. And I have to say thank you from Boone. Those pads on the staircase to protect his feet are greatly appreciated. And he knows they are there and to use them. That was so cool to watch. Thank you again for another great video and project completed. We never get tired of watching you guys.
Agree 100%! Fabrication skills are amazing. Work ethic is amazing. Courtney's driving skills and video editing skills are fantastic! Can't wait to see your next video. Boone is definitely a quick study on how to use those stair pads.
great team - work
impressed that the solar-powered batteries are fully charged by the morning keep updating most informative
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Like he said!
Great comment on a great vid! I couldn’t have said it any better than you! 👍
My mom always said it's OK to talk to yourself... as long as you don't answer back. It's OK, Riley... I'm the same way. When working on stuff it's good to have your ears hear what your mind is thinking. Sometimes... listening to yourself helps you find flaws in your process.
There is a paint called POR 15 that is amazing stuff. It's made for metal and will never rust. The finish will fade eventually but will not rust. The color black will melt into the background and the railing view will be very transparent. You will not be a slave to yearly painting of that beautiful deck. As always, you guys rock. Good luck with the new baby, your in for a real treat and tremendous joy.
We are unconscious when we are asleep or fainted.
When we are unconscious, we have no thoughts, no emotions, and cannot see the world.
When we are conscious, we know everything. Consciousness is thoughts, emotions, and everything in the world.
This consciousness is one.
Will consciousness be split in two? Consciousness is not divisible.
Do you feel two consciousnesses when talking to a friend? Consciousness is felt only as one.
Consciousness is one. I am Conscious and I am the World.
Gospel of Thomas
"For many of the first will be last, and will become a single one."
Jesus said, "Two will recline on a couch; one will die, one will live."
"For this reason I say, if one is whole, one will be filled with light, but if one is divided, one will be filled with darkness."
Jesus said, "Why do you wash the outside of the cup?
Don't you understand that the one who made the inside is also the one who made the outside?"
Jesus said, "I am the light that is over all things. I am all: from me all came forth, and to me all attained.
Split a piece of wood; I am there.
Lift up the stone, and you will find me there."
A [person said] to him, "Tell my brothers to divide my father's possessions with me."
He said to the person, "Mister, who made me a divider?"
He turned to his disciples and said to them, "I'm not a divider, am I?"
Great idea to paint NOW .... before the rust sets in.
Your opening made me into a bowl of mush Courtney! Big sentimental tears out of nowhere... well not nowhere, but this is about you :) so THANK YOU for being a sweet daughter AND a good mama-in-waiting, it's so nice to watch. Greetings, Jon and I send our best wishes for an awesome weekend. The deck looks like a great place to relax!
Riley's enthusiasm is so great when he says "I own a deck...with a BARBACUE!"
The railings change the look of the whole place, in a good way. Very integrated, nice design. Well done, guys!
You guys have addicted me. I have watched almost every video ( some multiple times) and wait with anticipation every week. Your enthusiasm, adventurous spirits, and empathy for each other are infectious. Now almost 83, I reflect on memories and projects in my past that fit my own place and style. I appreciate the sense of satisfaction at project completions under less than ideal circumstances. Your smiles, mutual admiration, and respect are especially admirable. Thank you for documenting your adventures.
I commented on the last video how the dogs would be unwilling to use the stairs because the tread was too aggressive for their paws. Im glad to see you fixed it so quickly.
Just can't get enough content from you guys. Wonderful work.
Congrats, on the BABY you two will be great parents!
So glad you put a strip of carpet up one side of the metal stairs. Your dogs will thank you!👍
Best deck design I’ve seen in a long time. Love it. 👍🏼
Impressive addition! I've not followed you from the start but have come on fairly recently so I may have missed your plans for future additions. I may have a bit of experience that can be of benefit. I bought a house a bit over 30 years ago from an older couple and got a great deal on the purchase for one reason. It was a tri-level house and they had reached an age where stairs were not their friend. Didn't matter to me and my wife because we were young and not concerned about it. At my present age of 78 I can tell you stairs are a real concern. Not only for pregnant mommies but for kids and elderly home owners. If you haven't already planned for it you might want to include a lift of some kind to your deck plan. Trust me if you stay there long enough you will benefit from having it.
An elevator would be a very cool project.
Agree. Retrofitting stairs in my house right now to smaller risers at 68.
Like your mom, I am glad that the deck is now a safe space for everyone. I didn't think I would like the rebar on the decking but it is perfect. Those falling rocks are a doozy! I see more dirt pushing in the future ( I can't wait). Great scene and a clear day. Thank you for sharing with us. Courtney, you are looking radiant.
Each of your creations is like magic🪄.
No sooner thought than said.
No sooner said than designed.
No sooner designed than done.
This is the most solid terrace I've ever seen built in the shortest time, I swear.👍👌✌️😍
Everytime Riley does a new project he amazes me even more than the last one , !!! Go Riley !!!🥳🥳
Love the railing idea!! She does a great job on the equipment. Hottest operator I’ve seen!!
Courtney's baby bump is so cute showing through her carhartt coat. The deck railing looks great!!!
It's amazing how big of a difference the railing makes to the look, really completes everything. Congrats you guys, it looks great! With it all welded together, that has to be one of the strongest residential deck build ever, lol.
Have you guys been taking down any more trees? Seems like your view has been opening up a bit, absolutely gorgeous!
We agree, the railing made such a huge transformation! We haven’t taken any trees down recently but there is some more clearing we will be doing this spring to push back our defensible space.
@@AmbitionStrikes Saudações. Para derrubar as árvores, vocês,precisam de autorização de algum órgão ambiental? Aqui no Brasil, se derrubamos uma árvore, somos enviados pra prisão, aqui é crime ambiental. E pra conseguir autorização pra derrubar uma, é uma dificuldade tremenda, que pode levar mais de dois anos. E se conseguir, cada árvore derrubada, você terá que plantar 30 mudas da mesma espécie.
I really enjoy watching you two work hard When baby arrives things will slow down Enjoy life, it does not last forever!
you two are Amazing, this has become one of my favorite youtube channels. Love how you both have your specific places and talents.. A True partnership.. you'll make great parents.
Congratulations on the soon to be addition to the family.
Beautiful deck! Riley is a welding machine! Great skid steer work Courtney!
'Elaborate jigs', safety goggles, ice cleats - - y'ay for safety!! Your 'super-operator' makes it look easy!
One of my favourite jobsite adages "If you've got a job - get a hammer. If you have a big job - get a selection of hammers!" Of course an excavator, a skid-steer and a dozer help!
Such a smart design - - going to look great with the rust-patina! You guys rock!
Awesome job. You two (three) are great! FYI: You need a handrail on the stairs per code, and it's a good idea.
The new railing looks great and solid. Now you and the puppers can have extra space to hang out without mud ❤❤
I LOVE the puppy pads on the steps for their paw protection. Y’all think of everything!💜
Watching your partnership, trust, and dedication not just to one another but to the vision of your future is so satisfying.
Metal railing with those rebars it's really great idea I have to say it's looks really amazing
Thanks Rafal!
Absolutely awesome deck build Riley & Courtney , the rebar makes a nice rustic look to the railing. Now with the way that you two operate machinery that landslide doesn't stand a chance what with Riley on the dozer and Courtney in the Mini Ex , superb operators and superb Millwrights I might add.
Ok Riley, I’m a chef and your choice in bbq grill it great. Get that replacement igniter before two year is over. I have a challenge for you. Build/weld your own bbq/smoker for the deck setup. You’ll be happy you did.
Those railings look A W E S O M E!!!!
You guys are sooo awesome. This whole deck was all about the barbecue of course. 😂😂😂. I so look forward to your videos.
As always you guys amaze us with your tenacity and ingenuity.
I'm a general contractor and I've been to a lot of homes with BBQs on plastic decks and composite decks, the grease from cooking plays hell on the plastic decking and it almost ruins the composite decking. All I recommend is placing a mat down under the BBQ that extends away from it a few feet to collect any grease splatter. Your BBQ rolls so you wouldn't need to even keep it out there long term if you don't want to.
That railing was essential and the 3/4 rebar special order was the only way to go. Awesome teamwork.
I have a suggestion on my upper deck I was always worried about the snow coming off and if it was too Low of a pitch it wouldn't slide so I put my upper shade on hinges so whenever I was gonna be going and not using that deck I was able to crank it down to the top of my railing and vice versa put it backup when we wanted shaped down makes it good for the snow to come off That way I didn't have to worry About how much weight was up there
An adjustable pitch roof for the snow is ingenious.
The deck railing looks soooo good!! Really amazing!!
And, it was great to get a quickly glimpse of Bailey! Looks like her recovery is going well.
The railing came out fantastic! Are you going to be getting the painting done asap? Rebar rusts fast. Are you going to be putting a hand rail down the stairs? I recommend making that out of wood with the metal brackets that are available for the rail so you will actually want to use it when it's really cold outside or if it ever gets really hot.
Glad to see the covers for the stairs for the dogs paws.
As always I am impressed by Riley's ability to think things out ahead of time. The jig was a great tool to employ and insured a consistent result, awesome job! Kudos to you both!
I keep saying he's a genius 😂😂
That deck looks awesome! Once you get a roof on it it'll be double the living space when it rains and snows. Can't wait to see what your summer plans are. I'm waiting to win the lottery to put in an electric system like you guys have. 😂
Do your thing daddy protect your family especially yalls baby. The railing looks super .
You both make the perfect couple. Team work makes the dream work! Congrats on your pregnancy.
The railings look awesome you guys. I pray everything went well at your appointment Courtney and Riley is so right, your willingness to help with the work and machinery really makes you a treasure to have around. Stay safe and may you have a long and happy future of video making ahead, because this OG loves his Sunday videos
Hi Paul. I know you from all the Arkensas homesteads but I don't comment. These are my favorite people here. Todd & Tyler and Vanwives are also because they are vegans and won't be killing animals. When ridge life and the rest from Arkensas start showing that, it gets turned off. See you around Paul.
Wow! The railing system turned out great and looks like professionals designed, fabricated and installed it. Yes, Courtney is a competent skid-steer operator and has a good time driving it. By the way, the Christmas tree ornaments still add a nice tough to your homestead. Blessings to you folks.
We’ve become quite attached to our giant Christmas tree! 😉
Professionals did make the rail system!!
@@shadegarden7375 Yes, they are both professionals.
House and deck look great. From experience, i had to ultimately paint my steel baulsters(in your case rebar) and cap my steel railing. The railing got very hot in the sun (even in a shady spot). My kids were burning their hands, and when you put say a damp towel over it to dry, it sometimes left rust marks. Also the kids would constantly hold the rusty baulsters (after all they are right at their height. ) They kept getting rusty hands and a few times say them trying to teeth on them.........they are just a dirty distraction for little ones. I wound up making a railing cap out of ipe' wood and screwing to the top of the steel. It was easy....then painted the baulsters...........could just clear coat them if you like the raw look. Place is looking great.
You're always having fun and taking everything in stride.
The tumbnail is enough to know that this will be a really good episode! Keep up the work!
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Right on. Slowly but surely you 2 are getting everything done. Congrats
When you put the roof on the deck, I would recommend that it not be connected to the main roof. A grill fire would be catastrophic if it got into the rest of the structure. I've been on that call more than once. Also pick up a grill mat so you don't make a mess on your new deck. Happy grilling!
Great Video! Thank you for posting it, Love the railings!
Kourtney & Riley, the place is really coming together and looking awesome. Nice job, you guys ROCK!
Love the pads on the steps for the dogs great job ! It did have me a little worried lol Also thinking will they make the railing able to swing open to bring up stuff and yes you did awesome great minds thing alike haha
I was thinking about the much needed gate at the top of the stairs. The railings next to the house are only suspended by one post. I gate is only suspended by one post so it naturally doesn’t need the other post - except that is where the latch traditionally is.
But a latch on the hinge side of the gate could be fabricated to work. But it should be made to be hands free - from the stair side of the gate. If you’ve got two arms full of groceries, there is no place to set them down to open the gate. So you will need a foot or knee activated latch to open it. It will be dog/toddler proof because it will be outside the gate and they would have access to it.
Just thinking about you guys.
Living the dream!! You two are awesome!
Thanks for sharing it’s coming together for sure.. nice to see the ideas in the head come to light and work out.
I would put a gate on the front railing so you can use the skid steer to move heavy items to the deck in the future.
Looks Amazing. What a view too! Great to see you got it done before the big snowfall. 😅
Nice to see you using a welding blanket. You'd be surprised at how many people don't. Nice job looks great
A self closing, self locking gate at the top of the stairs is a must.
You two are just a breath of fresh air. Your place is beautiful and the two you are so full of joy. Thanks.
Excellent job! You guys are amazing and what a wonderful team! Always a great pleasure to watch!
I watch another RUclips channel called My Self Reliance. I loved it when Riley started welding up on the deck and the same banjo music started playing that Shawn uses on his channel. You both have great taste in music and are extremely hard workers.
The railings are a great and overdue idea. I sympathize with your dog and the knee surgery, I had shoulder surgery on Thursday, and it is really starting to get to me. Though maybe it is the pain meds that are not helping! I tried to cut down today, but at least seeing you work so well as a team helps me to unwind and feel more comfortable and relaxed. I said it before, but it can be justified again, Courtney, your touch on the machines is second to none.
Brilliant project and great to see you finishing off the deck. I have watched all of the editions and you are inspirational. Keep up the good work> Well done.
great job ! Please think about a door which could be locked to close the stairs ! Very important for the future baby ! Courtney looks gorgeous with her pregnancy ! Riley : You are very lucky because Courtney has an incredible and amazing personnality !
Looks awesome, and I no longer get nervous with you whippersnappers walking around up there without railings... haha
Love how the rails turned out nice job
What a massive undertaking, and it's beautiful and massive! I was wondering if the re-bar was very rough or not. Courtney , you still look radiant and hopefully you will feel great your whole pregnancy.
keep up the good thing coming >tim
😊 I agree with ur mother! Also, u need a handrail attached to building going down the outside steps! Very happy for u both! God Bless! Mommy & baby onboard!😅
Nice railing and i love your party lights in that tree
beautiful deck! Love the industrial look
wow! The railing being added really show the scale of it! Good thing ir's steel as it'll make adding strategically placed cup holders near the Grill for the "Grill Masters" Beverage while grilling ;)
You both are amazing with all the work you have done and still are talking. You work so well together and do such great projects. Each new video is adventure and have also been enjoyable to watch ! Stay safe !
The pair of you are so good together, hardworking and supportive plus lucky but everything you know will be turned on it’s head when the monster arrives, your in for the best time of your lives, you’ll learn so much, well done 👍
I love everything you guys do. Courtney is so skilled, only rivaled by Rileys mind blowing engineering skills. Courtney you are at a point with your editing/filming skills that you could show us a bug crawling up a log and it would be fascinating to watch. Early in the video when you captured your hair it was a heart pang moment. Seeing the side steps covers for the dog to use, and he used them exclusively, knowing they were there for that purpose.
The thicker rebar on the rails was a great choice. The rails are incredibly secure. Now when you are looking out at such a beautiful view, the security of the iron rail fortress enables you to feel secure while viewing the enormity of nature. Keep up the great work. This is by far one of my "THE" most favorite channels on You Tube.
Good to see you guys , well done for railings, looks awesome
What a beautiful spot you're building for yourselves.
This home outshines the camper as grate as the camper was.
That is absolutely the most fantastic deck & view on RUclips!
Words cannot really Express how much joy and Hope you both bring to me and probably others working as a joyful team in such a Serene and down-to-earth environment!
I almost wish we lived closer so I could visit and maybe lend a hand.
Regardless, may you both, eerr all three of you be abundantly blessed with all that's good guided and protected throughout your journey.
Those railings are awesome, great job.
Awesome, all decked out! Should put in a slide for Riley, I mean Jr.
Make sure all your steel posts and rails have holes to drain condensation out. They will fill with water over time and the frost will split them like a banana. I know because this happened to me after a couple winters. Sorry I didn't think to mention it earlier.
Riley have you thought about making a jib attachment for the skid steer. Seems that you use it for doing a lot of lifting.😉😉😃
Young lady. You are the sweetest thing ever. I love everything about you. If I were only 30 years younger. Dang it. Love watching all these adventures with you. Keep up the great work!!!! Central PA out !!!
It is always nice to have all the equipment for every job, looking great.
Another really great video! Thanks! I strongly suggest that you drill weep holes on the underside of the rails. It's difficult to believe, but water will likely get into the rails. Come winter, it will freeze and bulge or even tear the steel in the rails. This happened to the first fence I built using square steel tubing. I don't have photos at hand, but I can get some if you need to see for yourself. For subsequent fences, I drilled 1/8" weep holes about every third spindle (ca. one foot or 30 cm on center). To make the job easier, center punch the upper rail. For the lower rail, I would consider using a C-clamp with a 'puck' that has a sharp point (e.g., cut a half inch 12 mm slice of your spindle material, drill a hole the same diameter as a piece of hard steel, about 3/16" / 4.8 mm, sharpen a point on the hard steel, tighten the C-clamp with the puck in place to create a dimple to start the drill). I like double ended, stubby drill bits sold by Malco as used by tin knockers (I did a tin knocker's apprenticeship during high school college, and grad school). A package of 12 is available from SupplyHouse com for $24.99. The lower rail will likely require a right angle drill or attachment. I hope this helps!
Looks fantastic! Just amazing what both of you can do when you put your minds to it.
Always enjoy your problem solving and your positivity. Great job on the deck!
THE BEST DECK RAIL SYSTEM EVER! GREAT JOB AS USUAL!
Talking to yourself is good, means you NOT nuts! That railing looks cool. Check out some vids on "dry concrete", looks like a great idea for little projects. Think a boom for the skid would be a great build for you and so useful as projects get higher and farther out.
A skid steer boom would be a great project for putting up trusses.
We hadn't even had our coffee but we had to check to see if your video had dropped. What amazing progress this week. Your weekly inspiration never fails. We haven't been filming our progress but your videos have definitely helped motivate us in our projects too. Your railing looks amazing! I always enjoy reading the comments that others write to you. I'm going to agree with the many others about the gate. Love you guys! I can't wait to see what the next project is. See you next week!
Courtney and Riley, great job on the deck and railings. Glad to see the puppies protective covering on the stairs. I hope you check it weekly, as those stairs will cut thru everything. Keep up the good work. Can't wait for baby.
I get keeping amazed at how much work you get done and how professionally cunning it's done every time. I'm wowed at this last project again. I could never live like you do, at least not at my age anymore. I guess that makes me even more impressed every time I see your videos. You've got so many talents and skills (and soooo much equipment ;-) ). Love you guys.
Wow, what a future view you guys just finished. That railing looks great and it didn't look all that difficult to do. Lots of work, sure, but relatively simple. Measure, square, cut and weld. Loved the tolerances you kept. A true sign of quality work. Courtney, you have to hate not being able to be more involved like you usually are. But I guess you are busy building something more precious!! You look like your glowing being an "almost" mom. I remember when Brenda was pregnant with our son. You look a little like her with your red/strawberry hair!! I miss her😭. What, if anything are you guys doing about a finish?? Going to let it rust like the door or paint later?? It truly looks super cool and you did a great job. Kudos to Riley's jig building talents. Until your next video take care of yourselves and the puppies. Ron