Hi Kim, Thanks for answering my question before I asked it. I was thinking about the solution & how it was going to be resolved throughout the video. Ps. I give You a "10" for being Kaleb's model in the Videos. You're Awesome🎉 Do You have a RUclips Channel as Well? See You in the next Video😉 Have an Awesome Week👍
Oh WOW…That buffet is PERFECT!! My gosh what a kind thing for her to do, it’s beautiful and the height is so perfect for those high ceilings in your home. I’m one of the few folks that knows all of the brick that needs repointed will be done. To me it’s obvious that you are doing everything the right way…actually you remind me of myself and I’d be anal about doing it the right way, even if it means I had to learn how to do it myself. Just don’t do what I do and burn yourself out. Keep taking those breaks or even a vacation. It’ll help you stay focused. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK KALEB!!!
Appreciative people donate things to young people like you and Kim! What you and Kim are doing is inspirational to a lot of people, myself included! If I had some awesome antiques I know I would donate to you the both of you!! I'm just enjoying your journey along with you! P.S. I LOVE Kim's t shirt today!! =) That window you had to make a inch smaller because of the back wall being so deteriorated will be just fine, I'm sure!! Also, I knew Kim was busy behind the scenes, thanks for sharing what she is doing too as it is just as important to make things go smooth!! I wish some one would donate a stained glass window to you for that back window, since it's special anyway! Good job to the two of you!! Peace, Kim ~
That buffet/china cabinet is spectacular! I’m on the verge of tears being reminded that Americans are still kind and decent people. It can be easy to forget that most of us haven’t ever changed. How kind of this woman to give this into your care. 💕
AMEN, Lucinda and all good on Julian! Furniture that beautiful also brings tears to my eyes not only for its incredible beauty but for the fact that they sure don't make pieces like that much anymore!
@@lisalisa3844 A good idea if it’s a good one. Ours is micromanaged by the woman who started it and she constantly berates everyone for not using her particular “approved” wording, not making each person interested in your item give a reason or playing some kind of game and just giving it to the first interested party, and so much more. Sucks every smidgeon of enjoyment right out of the experience. I’ve seen it work beautifully elsewhere. And in the city where my other home is located, there’s a neighborhood group (not next door) and people will often post things there - sometimes, for small things, you have to make contact. But for larger items, it’s often just a notice that X has been placed on the curb, a description of condition, and it’s first come, first served. If nobody takes it, it sits for the pickers or trash day.
@Caleb @Lucinda Jackson ~ ~ in all the antiques I have had, in all that I have wanted, and all that I have considered, I have NEVER a seen a Buffett as BEAUTIFUL as that !!!
Kaleb, we all watch your (NOT goofy) videos because we share your love of old houses and great craftsmanship. I love learning the things you are learning and teaching while restoring your home. People are gifting things because they know you will treasure and appreciate them.
I understand why she gave you that beautiful piece. You will value it. You both find application for such a masterpiece. Not many homes can display it with all its glory. Your home is perfect for such a piece. She is a kind soul.
Kaleb, it's refreshing to c your humility! People who became famous to b famous r conceited. People who do what they do for the love of it, say things like u did about being hard to believe people give u nice things "like I'm somebody"... We can c your heart on your sleeve! It Shows how much u love history this house & what u do! 🌹 U deserve to b famous! Here's to 10 million subscribers!
Kim is the unsung hero here with her mostly behind the scenes cleaning. Never underestimate how important it is to have a clean work space! That cabinet is utterly gorgeous and it was very generous of Julian to give it to you. I'm really enjoying your attention to detail as you bring this beautiful old house back to its former glory. The window locks are so pretty and suited to the elegance within the house. That harness you created so you could work on the window frames is genius too.
Kaleb…never underestimate the love, generosity, and admiration people have for you both. Your dedication to this beautiful home is felt by many of us. We are all supporting you.
I can see your so grateful for your antique gifts. Other u tube Vlogs I watch from France to the USA resellers. People just keep on giving! Its amazing. We just appreciate your desire to restore our historic past. Your a talented person. Thank you for sharing. Valerie from Maine
Every episode leaves me torn between awe and jealously. I'm just in awe at the absolutely stunning craftsmanship of the origional house and how well you can mimic the work in your restoration. I'm also immensely jealous of the gifted experience you're obtaining through this project, and wishing I could do something like this as well. Hopefully when I pass through St. Louis some day I'll have time to drop by. Amazing work Caleb
I started watching a movie on YT last night called Life with Father. I just watched the opening scene, but you should check it out to give you encouragement for what your house is going to look like. All I could think of was, "This is Kaleb and Kim's house--when it's done!" Please tell me that you were tied to something when you were standing in the open window frame! My vertigo kicked in for you. OMG
Might I suggest that you put in a permanent exhaust fan with a thermostat control set to go on At 12:00 noon and go off at say 6:00pm automatically during the hottest point of the day especially if your working there and while the summer heat can reek havoc on your wood that has not been finished yet. It will save on the use of A.C. Time of use with some utility's can save you some cash on the bills. By the way, your doing a fabulous job. Not easy to work on an old home such as this one. It will be worth the effort and a learning experience when its completed. Re: electrical, Start running the Romex yourself once you talk to electrician. usually you can run/snake new wire from the old by pulling it and replacing the fixtures along that route with updated energy efficient stuff like LED. Re: the wall, just get some mortar and a mortar bag and repoint it. Its like a pastry bag full of mortar and just fill the joints and leave it at that.
I grew up in a victorian house (I'm in the UK) and all our windows were the original sash and had locks just like the ones you have, but not as fancy. They were an ornate shape, but no carving.
Wow Kaleb, the buffet is beautiful!! I'm afraid my little trade card was nothing compared to that! :) You ARE important and what you are doing is important! And Kim is important too! Victorian House lovers share a special bond whether strangers or not. How tall is the buffet? The windows are coming together so nicely, you have such a talent for restoration! Love it!
The thing is that we can't take anything with us. So passing items on to somebody who is passionate about these items is a reward within itself. So keep on keeping on , Caleb and Kim!! You guys so totally rock!!!!👍♥️
What a beautiful china/ buffet cabinet, it is nice to know that there is still some lovely , people out there, a similar thing happened to myself and I was absolutely blown away, the pice was there grandmother's, wich made all the more heart felt. Great job on the problem window, always best to take ones time and do it right 👍
You and Kim are very important people Kaleb! You are an amazing couple that gives me hope more people will watch you and take notice of what we can do to keep these beautiful homes around longer. Thank you both so much for sharing your progress.
A Little Tip I use when restoring unoccupied houses. Buy some cheap lace curtains & tack them up temporarily over the windows. It will make the House look lived in even if it is a bit of a mess outside. Will help deter vandals & thieves.
My 11 month old daughter and I love your videos. We tune in every Monday to start off our week. She totally lights up when you guys are on the screen. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Oh Karen I did not notice that you were wearing a harness, thank goodness as I was having kittens watching you balancing up on the window sill. Your both doing a fantastic job, enjoy your journey x
As someone from Europe I personally find it quaint with old houses where not everything's perfectly straight. There's houses from the 1600s where you'd struggle finding any straight wall, window anything really. But that's what gives them character and a beauty something distinct. Because they're not trying to be all perfect and new it's a part of history. So you shouldn't worry too much if not everything's perfect your house is beautiful with those small imperfections, they're just to show that your house has history.
I am really enjoying your channel . The care and respect you show for your house is awesome. I saw an episode of This Old House today while I was on break at work. A house from 1897. I thought the layout was great it just needed some work. But the owners gutted it in favor of an open floor plan. I felt like crying.
Kaleb, you certainly deserve a "little break" now and then. That sideboard/buffet is GORGEOUS, and a wonderful person is she who donated it to you. Was worried about that wall below the window, but Kim has assured us that it will be fixed. Have a great week, and once again, thanks so much for sharing. I am simply gobsmacked what you are doing.
I really, really love that sideboard. I gave mine to my granddaughter, it goes back at least 4 generations in our family. It was not as cool and fancy as yours though.
It is an absolute joy to watch you and Kim transform this awesome house. I feel so privileged to share this experience with you. The kindnesses of strangers proves that they feel the same. We all want you to succeed. We believe in you! I pray for your success. What a lovely family home you will have. Thank you for sharing it with us strangers! 😊🥰
You do have to make sure you take care of yourselves in the heat. Take breaks and drink lots of water. It gets the same here in Maryland and I’m trying to paint my picket fence.
I've been enjoying binging your restoration videos of your home. I guess I got here from watching videos of old and abandoned homes that are in disrepair and it was depressing. I'm glad to see a really cool home being able to start to see life come back to it. So thanks for videoing and sharing your hard work and dedication to preserving neat history. I wish I had the money, time, patience, and dedication to do something like this. Off topic, but the channels name made me think this was going to be a channel dedicated to all things Star Wars, so seeing that it's about restoring a Victorian home kind of surprised me. It's a nice surprise though. The channels name just confused me for a moment. Lol. Either way, thanks for the cool videos.
Window locks: Lovely choice! As you pointed out, the main purpose of this hardware is to bring the top and bottom sashes together to reduce drafts. However, from a security standpoint it is relatively easy to get past them. You can get additional brass pieces that will make your windows secure, and won’t look out of place (these are along the sides of the sashes, not between the top and bottom sashes). You might want to add those for the first floor windows... when you get to that point. They won’t have been on the original windows, but life has changed, right?
Perhaps you don't grasp how many people out there REALLY appreciate seeing young folks like you and your friend who appreciate old homes and put so much effort into RESTORING them, not RENOVATING them! These jewels are disappearing and people like you are doing what you can to save some of them. So, if someone has a piece of furniture or a collectible they want to give you, they KNOW you will appreciate it and cherish it for what it is! You are doing something important! Hope you can get that room air conditioned a.s.a.p. Glad to see you using that harness!!
Your new buffet is gorgeous! I'm so happy that it went to you! You deserve it! And a special thank you to the lovely person who gave it to you and your home!
I am a new subbie as of today, your video popped up so I came to look and got hooked, Love the fact you are trying to keep this wonderful piece of History alive, and I think this is why people are kind enough to give you things that will enhance the once beautiful home, you are brining back to life, Well done to both of you and much love sent from Ireland xxxxx Dede xxxx oh and back in your tour video you said you were going to try and get the old wallpaper back, but I hope you do but if you cant do remove a piece and have it framed, would be lovely too, xxxx
Spectacular buffet! I was married to a tuckpointer...He would not buy a brick house lol Tuckpointing looked so easy but its not Its kind of an art form Keep up the good work and I am rooting for you with the electricity and plumbing. I bet it cant come soon enough
I love that the beautiful buffet can live on in one piece in a house to the scale it was meant for. If she had sold it, it likely would have been chopped up to sell several pieces parts.
That buffet is a show stopped. So beautifully preserved. Those bevelled mirrors are so unique. Also it manages to be both massive and delicate. Such art.
Oh it’s so so beautiful This actually brought tears to my eyes. Thank you amazing human for giving this to Kaleb/Caleb it couldn’t have found a better home.
I love the way you filmed this week....from the other room, or whatever. Don't apologize over the window. You're going to run into stuff like that. You're doing an excellent job!! LOVE the buffet....so jealous!!! Lol
The lady who gave you the china cabinet wanted to make sure it would end up in a suitable home that compliments its age and beauty by someone who would cherish it.
The buffet/side board is positively beautiful...I love the beveled mirrors and the craving..it is such a graceful piece and fits perfectly into your home! So kind of thet woman to gift it to you! There are still good, caring people in this world, she is a reminder of that! You and Kim keep healthy and safe.... Ill be looking forward to next Mondays video of your progress!
You and Kim are doing a fantastic job restoring the house. You are so lucky that someone gave you a buffet for the dining room. It is such a beautiful piece of furniture. There are some people out there that are kind and giving. You are doing such a fantastic job on the windows. They look awesome. Keep up the great work that you do. God Bless.
Because we love what you and Kim are doing toBring this old beauty back to life we so enjoy your videos you sweat and we get to watch from the comfort of our Armchairs I’m glad to know that there is kind of still in the good old US A💝🏚
Hi Kaleb and Kim, greetings from London, I love the progress you guys have been making since first video 6 months ago. Your attention to detail is very commendable. Do you guys have a wish list/ideas on antiques/accessories that would compliment your home ? Please could upload a link would be happy to send something you guys need 😊.
Good begets good....wonderful to witness! Thank you for putting your positive endeavor out in the world to witness and propagate! Restorative for sure, in more ways than one 😁 BTW I have seen plexiglass panels fitted into/over historic interior windows/cavities as weather barriers. Your skill and creativity might make that a seasonal option 🤷♀️ just a mention.
Debbie here 👩🌾. Your doing a great job restoring your home, been with ya from the beginning….thanks for sharing your thoughts and work, ( I call it play), with us All…
Dude you scored on that beautiful cabinet, and your video's are not goofy , they are educational, it is a lost art at bringing back the opulence of your home.
You wouldn't know it by listening to the news, but this is a great reminder that there are still a lot of good people out there wanting to do good things for others! You are doing an amazing job with this house. Can't wait to see what you tackle next!
Anyone who is passionate about preserving history and actually DOES, is important! So yes, you ARE important! And to those of us who feel as you do, you are a gem among rocks. So thank you! You are greatly appreciated and people want to show their appreciation any way they can. Bless you and everyone supporting you!
Kaleb, what an Amazing Buffet Gift from that woman. It's Absolutely Gorgeous!!! ...when you said "buffet", I never imagined it to be so large. I thought it was a smaller version without the top you have. ...the wood seems to match the door frame next to it. ...I think moving the buffet to the opposite wall is a perfect thing to do. It will look Awesome there. You had Awesome weather for this video. I miss all that greenery. I live in the southwest where natural greenery is slim Pickens. ...Thanks for showing the beautiful sunset. I was going to ask about the brick repair on this window, then I saw Kim's Post regarding this. ...but, Kaleb, could you please explain How this will be done? Thanks I loved the way that You did this video this week. I felt as though I was right there as You were working. ...not that I don't on other videos. Maybe it was the Gorgeous day, who knows LOL Thanks for another Awesome Video. Ps. Kim gets a "10" for being your model today & every day. See You & Kim next video...have an Awesome week😁
Love the buffet. It is gorgeous. The flooring will be spectacular too. The window locks are just the right finishing touch for the windows. A little window bling. If a window had to be "off" then that's a good spot and not in the front of the house. One wonky window towards the back isn't bad for the age and condition of the house. Nice fix. The "fabric" in the buffet could be old anti tarnish material for big sterling silver serving pieces. I don't think it would have been velvet. A buffet like that would have been ordered and made for very wealthy people.
Actually velvet would have been used. I have a mid 19th century buffet that has the original velvet in it. Very common to use velvet in the 19th century.
Hey everyone don’t worry we’re going to have the bricks under and around the window fixed up by the tuckpointers we’ve worked with before!
That's good to hear !!
Lol, I’ll bet the comments will still come.
@@nanachick05 it’s all good Kaleb wasn’t clear in the video. He said we’re not rebuilding the whole wall, but we’re definitely going to beef it up.
Hi Kim, Thanks for answering my question before I asked it.
I was thinking about the solution & how it was going to be resolved throughout the video.
Ps. I give You a "10" for being Kaleb's model in the Videos. You're Awesome🎉
Do You have a RUclips Channel as Well?
See You in the next Video😉
Have an Awesome Week👍
Thank goodness. *phew*
Oh WOW…That buffet is PERFECT!! My gosh what a kind thing for her to do, it’s beautiful and the height is so perfect for those high ceilings in your home.
I’m one of the few folks that knows all of the brick that needs repointed will be done. To me it’s obvious that you are doing everything the right way…actually you remind me of myself and I’d be anal about doing it the right way, even if it means I had to learn how to do it myself. Just don’t do what I do and burn yourself out. Keep taking those breaks or even a vacation. It’ll help you stay focused. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK KALEB!!!
The China Cabinet is perfect for your house. What a nice thing for this woman to do. That is a work of art and will be so perfect in your house.
Appreciative people donate things to young people like you and Kim! What you and Kim are doing is inspirational to a lot of people, myself included! If I had some awesome antiques I know I would donate to you the both of you!! I'm just enjoying your journey along with you! P.S. I LOVE Kim's t shirt today!! =) That window you had to make a inch smaller because of the back wall being so deteriorated will be just fine, I'm sure!! Also, I knew Kim was busy behind the scenes, thanks for sharing what she is doing too as it is just as important to make things go smooth!! I wish some one would donate a stained glass window to you for that back window, since it's special anyway! Good job to the two of you!! Peace, Kim ~
That buffet/china cabinet is spectacular! I’m on the verge of tears being reminded that Americans are still kind and decent people. It can be easy to forget that most of us haven’t ever changed. How kind of this woman to give this into your care. 💕
100% agree! Such a kind gift!
Yeah, definitely have the tears after this one
AMEN, Lucinda and all good on Julian! Furniture that beautiful also brings tears to my eyes not only for its incredible beauty but for the fact that they sure don't make pieces like that much anymore!
@@lisalisa3844
A good idea if it’s a good one. Ours is micromanaged by the woman who started it and she constantly berates everyone for not using her particular “approved” wording, not making each person interested in your item give a reason or playing some kind of game and just giving it to the first interested party, and so much more. Sucks every smidgeon of enjoyment right out of the experience. I’ve seen it work beautifully elsewhere. And in the city where my other home is located, there’s a neighborhood group (not next door) and people will often post things there - sometimes, for small things, you have to make contact. But for larger items, it’s often just a notice that X has been placed on the curb, a description of condition, and it’s first come, first served. If nobody takes it, it sits for the pickers or trash day.
@Caleb @Lucinda Jackson ~ ~ in all the antiques I have had, in all that I have wanted, and all that I have considered, I have NEVER a seen a Buffett as BEAUTIFUL as that !!!
Kaleb, we all watch your (NOT goofy) videos because we share your love of old houses and great craftsmanship. I love learning the things you are learning and teaching while restoring your home. People are gifting things because they know you will treasure and appreciate them.
I understand why she gave you that beautiful piece.
You will value it. You both find application for such a masterpiece. Not many homes can display it with all its glory. Your home is perfect for such a piece. She is a kind soul.
Don't know what is more infectious,the amazing,work you are doing or your personality . You are delightful.
Kaleb, it's refreshing to c your humility! People who became famous to b famous r conceited. People who do what they do for the love of it, say things like u did about being hard to believe people give u nice things "like I'm somebody"... We can c your heart on your sleeve! It Shows how much u love history this house & what u do! 🌹 U deserve to b famous! Here's to 10 million subscribers!
She gave you the furniture because she knew you'd take care of it and give it new life. Your dedication speaks volumes and we all notice.
Kim is the unsung hero here with her mostly behind the scenes cleaning. Never underestimate how important it is to have a clean work space! That cabinet is utterly gorgeous and it was very generous of Julian to give it to you. I'm really enjoying your attention to detail as you bring this beautiful old house back to its former glory. The window locks are so pretty and suited to the elegance within the house. That harness you created so you could work on the window frames is genius too.
OMGOSH 🤯 I'm SPEECHLESS @ that piece of furniture she gave you! WOW!
Kaleb…never underestimate the love, generosity, and admiration people have for you both. Your dedication to this beautiful home is felt by many of us. We are all supporting you.
I can see your so grateful for your antique gifts.
Other u tube Vlogs I watch from France to the USA resellers. People just keep on giving! Its amazing.
We just appreciate your desire to restore our historic past. Your a talented person.
Thank you for sharing.
Valerie from Maine
That buffet looks BIG! I think people are kind and generous with you because you seem so nice.
Every episode leaves me torn between awe and jealously. I'm just in awe at the absolutely stunning craftsmanship of the origional house and how well you can mimic the work in your restoration. I'm also immensely jealous of the gifted experience you're obtaining through this project, and wishing I could do something like this as well. Hopefully when I pass through St. Louis some day I'll have time to drop by. Amazing work Caleb
I started watching a movie on YT last night called Life with Father. I just watched the opening scene, but you should check it out to give you encouragement for what your house is going to look like. All I could think of was, "This is Kaleb and Kim's house--when it's done!"
Please tell me that you were tied to something when you were standing in the open window frame! My vertigo kicked in for you. OMG
I imagine the built in cabinet with lights was for your silverware, that's why there's a lock on the door.
OH MY GOD! That Buffett!
That Lady gave you the buffet because she knows that you have proved yourself a good steward of history and a preservationist.
Might I suggest that you put in a permanent exhaust fan with a thermostat control set to go on At 12:00 noon and go off at say 6:00pm automatically during the hottest point of the day especially if your working there and while the summer heat can reek havoc on your wood that has not been finished yet. It will save on the use of A.C. Time of use with some utility's can save you some cash on the bills. By the way, your doing a fabulous job. Not easy to work on an old home such as this one. It will be worth the effort and a learning experience when its completed. Re: electrical, Start running the Romex yourself once you talk to electrician. usually you can run/snake new wire from the old by pulling it and replacing the fixtures along that route with updated energy efficient stuff like LED. Re: the wall, just get some mortar and a mortar bag and repoint it. Its like a pastry bag full of mortar and just fill the joints and leave it at that.
I grew up in a victorian house (I'm in the UK) and all our windows were the original sash and had locks just like the ones you have, but not as fancy. They were an ornate shape, but no carving.
Wow Kaleb, the buffet is beautiful!! I'm afraid my little trade card was nothing compared to that! :) You ARE important and what you are doing is important! And Kim is important too! Victorian House lovers share a special bond whether strangers or not. How tall is the buffet? The windows are coming together so nicely, you have such a talent for restoration! Love it!
The thing is that we can't take anything with us. So passing items on to somebody who is passionate about these items is a reward within itself. So keep on keeping on , Caleb and Kim!! You guys so totally rock!!!!👍♥️
That is a GORGEOUS piece of furniture.
What a beautiful china/ buffet cabinet, it is nice to know that there is still some lovely , people out there, a similar thing happened to myself and I was absolutely blown away, the pice was there grandmother's, wich made all the more heart felt. Great job on the problem window, always best to take ones time and do it right 👍
What a beautiful piece of furniture she gave you👌🏿
You and Kim are very important people Kaleb! You are an amazing couple that gives me hope more people will watch you and take notice of what we can do to keep these beautiful homes around longer. Thank you both so much for sharing your progress.
A Little Tip I use when restoring unoccupied houses. Buy some cheap lace curtains & tack them up temporarily over the windows. It will make the House look lived in even if it is a bit of a mess outside. Will help deter vandals & thieves.
Everybody needs a Kim ❤😁👍
Caleb better be careful or someone will come and steal her away!
My 11 month old daughter and I love your videos. We tune in every Monday to start off our week. She totally lights up when you guys are on the screen. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Aw thats the cutest comment ever. Tell her Kim and I say hello!
I have a bit of a heart attack every time I see you working high up in an empty window frame. Glad you've got that harness.
Kim is down below. She will catch him. LOL
Oh Karen I did not notice that you were wearing a harness, thank goodness as I was having kittens watching you balancing up on the window sill. Your both doing a fantastic job, enjoy your journey x
Sorry spellcheck kicked in and called you Karen
Me too- I'm terrified of heights! I had to wash the lunch dishes when he was up on that harness in the video lol.
As someone from Europe I personally find it quaint with old houses where not everything's perfectly straight. There's houses from the 1600s where you'd struggle finding any straight wall, window anything really. But that's what gives them character and a beauty something distinct. Because they're not trying to be all perfect and new it's a part of history.
So you shouldn't worry too much if not everything's perfect your house is beautiful with those small imperfections, they're just to show that your house has history.
I am really enjoying your channel . The care and respect you show for your house is awesome. I saw an episode of This Old House today while I was on break at work. A house from 1897. I thought the layout was great it just needed some work. But the owners gutted it in favor of an open floor plan. I felt like crying.
Beautiful piece, very kind of Julian to give that.
Kaleb, you certainly deserve a "little break" now and then. That sideboard/buffet is GORGEOUS, and a wonderful person is she who donated it to you. Was worried about that wall below the window, but Kim has assured us that it will be fixed. Have a great week, and once again, thanks so much for sharing. I am simply gobsmacked what you are doing.
I hope that the electrician does quality work!
I really, really love that sideboard. I gave mine to my granddaughter, it goes back at least 4 generations in our family. It was not as cool and fancy as yours though.
Oh my, that is a beautiful china cabinet and hutch. And I love, love, love those window locks. Such a beautiful touch.
Holy crap! That buffet is AMAZING!!!! What a wonderful gift.
You inspire people. That buffet? It belongs in your house. Thank you to the giver. A better place? No. It doesn't exist.
He is so nice. And so grateful . Beautiful piece they gave him . Both of them are sweet ❤️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
It is an absolute joy to watch you and Kim transform this awesome house. I feel so privileged to share this experience with you. The kindnesses of strangers proves that they feel the same. We all want you to succeed. We believe in you! I pray for your success. What a lovely family home you will have. Thank you for sharing it with us strangers! 😊🥰
You do have to make sure you take care of yourselves in the heat. Take breaks and drink lots of water. It gets the same here in Maryland and I’m trying to paint my picket fence.
I've been enjoying binging your restoration videos of your home. I guess I got here from watching videos of old and abandoned homes that are in disrepair and it was depressing. I'm glad to see a really cool home being able to start to see life come back to it. So thanks for videoing and sharing your hard work and dedication to preserving neat history. I wish I had the money, time, patience, and dedication to do something like this.
Off topic, but the channels name made me think this was going to be a channel dedicated to all things Star Wars, so seeing that it's about restoring a Victorian home kind of surprised me. It's a nice surprise though. The channels name just confused me for a moment. Lol.
Either way, thanks for the cool videos.
Just SWEET!!!
Window locks: Lovely choice!
As you pointed out, the main purpose of this hardware is to bring the top and bottom sashes together to reduce drafts. However, from a security standpoint it is relatively easy to get past them.
You can get additional brass pieces that will make your windows secure, and won’t look out of place (these are along the sides of the sashes, not between the top and bottom sashes). You might want to add those for the first floor windows... when you get to that point. They won’t have been on the original windows, but life has changed, right?
That Buffet is absolutely beautiful!!
Perhaps you don't grasp how many people out there REALLY appreciate seeing young folks like you and your friend who appreciate old homes and put so much effort into RESTORING them, not RENOVATING them! These jewels are disappearing and people like you are doing what you can to save some of them. So, if someone has a piece of furniture or a collectible they want to give you, they KNOW you will appreciate it and cherish it for what it is! You are doing something important! Hope you can get that room air conditioned a.s.a.p. Glad to see you using that harness!!
That's a beautiful sunset through the window.
Your new buffet is gorgeous! I'm so happy that it went to you! You deserve it! And a special thank you to the lovely person who gave it to you and your home!
Greetings from Bremen (Germany) to the Lord and Lady of "Hall & Brown Manor"
Thanks for sharing your journey with us. It’s awesome!
the buffet is amazing. how wonderful
I am a new subbie as of today, your video popped up so I came to look and got hooked, Love the fact you are trying to keep this wonderful piece of History alive, and I think this is why people are kind enough to give you things that will enhance the once beautiful home, you are brining back to life, Well done to both of you and much love sent from Ireland xxxxx Dede xxxx oh and back in your tour video you said you were going to try and get the old wallpaper back, but I hope you do but if you cant do remove a piece and have it framed, would be lovely too, xxxx
Spectacular buffet! I was married to a tuckpointer...He would not buy a brick house lol Tuckpointing looked so easy but its not Its kind of an art form Keep up the good work and I am rooting for you with the electricity and plumbing. I bet it cant come soon enough
I used to be married to one, too! 😂
Notice the word "used lol
Yeah, I get it. Have one finished room that is cool in summer, warm in winter, a room you can just go to to rest for a spell.
I love that the beautiful buffet can live on in one piece in a house to the scale it was meant for. If she had sold it, it likely would have been chopped up to sell several pieces parts.
WHAT?! Nice gift!
Beautiful home god bless the lady that gave you that buffet is gorgeous!!
How beautiful is that buffet! How kind that you were offered it for free.
Omg that buffet is GORGEOUS
How great that the wonky window is on the back and not the front!
People donate things to you because they understand what goes in to creating these videos we enjoy so much. It's a way of giving back.
6:50 applies to Wash DC as well; I left many years ago for a much warmer 'winter climate' and, haven't left. :)
That buffet is a show stopped. So beautifully preserved. Those bevelled mirrors are so unique. Also it manages to be both massive and delicate. Such art.
Awesome job as always! Enjoying the journey with y'all. Congrats on the buffet👍! Blessings
Have never heard of StL described as a Southern City in the Summer and a Northern City in the Winter. So spot on!
We had a piece of furniture like that gorgeous donation in the Victorian house I grew up in - we called it "Muriel"!
My Mum's name was Muriel and I think she would've really appreciated that. I love older pieces of furniture but don't have anything as such.
My mother-in-law took care of a lady whose dad fought in the civil war. She inherited some beautiful pieces. They are proudly displayed in my home.
I have a huge wardrobe that is called Big Bertha. Some pieces just deserve the respect of a name!
You may have to refo the moiter on the outside. That was the last thing done on our house. Yes white is the most expensive color.
Omg that buffet is gorgeous 🥰😍
What a beautiful piece of furniture. It took my breath away. Awesome.
Oh it’s so so beautiful This actually brought tears to my eyes. Thank you amazing human for giving this to Kaleb/Caleb it couldn’t have found a better home.
I love the way you filmed this week....from the other room, or whatever.
Don't apologize over the window. You're going to run into stuff like that. You're doing an excellent job!!
LOVE the buffet....so jealous!!! Lol
Your new buffet is beautiful
What a treasure that buffet is! It's beautiful. What a kind act of generosity.
Oooo, use the built-in for silver, and the buffet for china!
The lady who gave you the china cabinet wanted to make sure it would end up in a suitable home that compliments its age and beauty by someone who would cherish it.
The buffet/side board is positively beautiful...I love the beveled mirrors and the craving..it is such a graceful piece and fits perfectly into your home! So kind of thet woman to gift it to you! There are still good, caring people in this world, she is a reminder of that! You and Kim keep healthy and safe.... Ill be looking forward to next Mondays video of your progress!
You and Kim are doing a fantastic job restoring the house. You are so lucky that someone gave you a buffet for the dining room. It is such a beautiful piece of furniture. There are some people out there that are kind and giving. You are doing such a fantastic job on the windows. They look awesome. Keep up the great work that you do. God Bless.
fabulous buffet. Giant thanks for the lady!!!!!
Because we love what you and Kim are doing toBring this old beauty back to life we so enjoy your videos you sweat and we get to watch from the comfort of our Armchairs I’m glad to know that there is kind of still in the good old US A💝🏚
Hi Kaleb and Kim, greetings from London, I love the progress you guys have been making since first video 6 months ago. Your attention to detail is very commendable. Do you guys have a wish list/ideas on antiques/accessories that would compliment your home ? Please could upload a link would be happy to send something you guys need 😊.
Aww how kind! Another Brit here avidly watching this channel.
Absolutely brilliant fix of that window- who needs perfect? Well done! Great video, thanks.
The hutch is beautiful!! But people now a days aren't buying these kind of antiques any more. Great gift.
I think people give you things because what you guys are doing with that wonderful house is so very important. And awesome. You guys ARE important.
Amen
Good begets good....wonderful to witness! Thank you for putting your positive endeavor out in the world to witness and propagate! Restorative for sure, in more ways than one 😁 BTW I have seen plexiglass panels fitted into/over historic interior windows/cavities as weather barriers. Your skill and creativity might make that a seasonal option 🤷♀️ just a mention.
Debbie here 👩🌾. Your doing a great job restoring your home, been with ya from the beginning….thanks for sharing your thoughts and work, ( I call it play), with us All…
Dude you scored on that beautiful cabinet, and your video's are not goofy , they are educational, it is a lost art at bringing back the opulence of your home.
You wouldn't know it by listening to the news, but this is a great reminder that there are still a lot of good people out there wanting to do good things for others! You are doing an amazing job with this house. Can't wait to see what you tackle next!
Anyone who is passionate about preserving history and actually DOES, is important! So yes, you ARE important! And to those of us who feel as you do, you are a gem among rocks. So thank you! You are greatly appreciated and people want to show their appreciation any way they can. Bless you and everyone supporting you!
Oh never mind, I just watched Julian's video, buffet is 8'2". I should have watched that first before asking!! lol
That herringbone floor detail is really sweet.
Beautiful Hutch
What a sweet woman to give you such a beautiful piece of furniture. Love the lock hardware you chose, really nice.
Wow! What a gift! So beautiful and majestic! 👍
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Kaleb, what an Amazing Buffet Gift from that woman. It's Absolutely Gorgeous!!!
...when you said "buffet", I never imagined it to be so large. I thought it was a smaller version without the top you have.
...the wood seems to match the door frame next to it.
...I think moving the buffet to the opposite wall is a perfect thing to do. It will look Awesome there.
You had Awesome weather for this video. I miss all that greenery. I live in the southwest where natural greenery is slim Pickens.
...Thanks for showing the beautiful sunset.
I was going to ask about the brick repair on this window, then I saw Kim's Post regarding this.
...but, Kaleb, could you please explain How this will be done? Thanks
I loved the way that You did this video this week. I felt as though I was right there as You were working.
...not that I don't on other videos. Maybe it was the Gorgeous day, who knows LOL
Thanks for another Awesome Video.
Ps. Kim gets a "10" for being your model today & every day.
See You & Kim next video...have an Awesome week😁
Love the buffet. It is gorgeous.
The flooring will be spectacular too.
The window locks are just the right finishing touch for the windows. A little window bling. If a window had to be "off" then that's a good spot and not in the front of the house. One wonky window towards the back isn't bad for the age and condition of the house. Nice fix.
The "fabric" in the buffet could be old anti tarnish material for big sterling silver serving pieces. I don't think it would have been velvet. A buffet like that would have been ordered and made for very wealthy people.
Actually velvet would have been used. I have a mid 19th century buffet that has the original velvet in it. Very common to use velvet in the 19th century.
Love the buffet💕