Can Irina do some home decorating videos for us?? I know it’s your Chanel, but I love that she’s working with you on projects, and her decorating is on point!! I’d love some holiday decor!!
Nice job dude, another great video and the end result looks amazing! For the sake of others watching, I thought I’d share a couple things from when I used to set tile that may help out too: 1) try and match your thin set color and tile color as best you can. That way you don’t have to be as critical with the knife cleaning up before grouting. Also, if you use a natural marble stone instead of porcelain, the dark thin set can really darken the look of the marble, not ideal. Not a big deal if you use porcelain/ceramic though. 2) for corners, also consider making L cuts instead of two separate tiles. This will keep your uniform grout lines. 3) before tiling, think about the focal point and base your pattern off that, and tie it to both vertical and horizontal surfaces. For example, if you snap a line from the center of the fireplace to the top, then use a straight edge and continue that down under the fireplace, onto the bench, and onto the ground, it really brings things together and is more visually appealing. This is absolutely a nit picky thing that NO ONE would notice (unless they set tile), but if you do it, it really is more visually appealing. Your work speaks for itself and it’s still gorgeous - very cool to see you and your wife working on these great projects together too. You should be really proud!
Your fireplace looks incredible. I was skeptical with the tile but WOW. You really elevated the appearance and it looks amazing. Love your energy and positivity (and a great looking guy too! 😂). Thank you for this DIY
Looks way better for sure. Like he said, he saved so much money on a project that would've cost so much more! Not to mention the revenue that's going to come in from the video. I call it a win-win no matter what!
Definately looks better than the original stone - marble always retains its style no matter what trends come and go. Only slight criticism are the joints in the tiling, if they had have matched up in more of a linear bond it would have been PRO AF!
When you were standing outside I was thinking it was warm, you looked comfortable. I would have been buzzing and vibrating and wrapping myself up before I ever let frost take hold of me. Thank for being sharing. It looks wonderful
It looks great... The only thing I would suggest is next time rather than adding a small piece of tile at the end of a row, cut the first piece of tile down slightly. Then you won't need small slithers of tile to fill in gaps.
When I have small and large pieces like you have on your Hearth stone. I always try to put the small pieces to the back. Not only for looks but also integrity of what will be the most used spot of the area. Small pieces tend to break into pieces and or off quicker. Also useful for decks patios and rock work.
Wow that looks fantastic! Awesome job! I love how you explained what each bucket was for and included tips and tutorials and products and mistakes for people who have no experience. Thank you! I love how you and your wife work together on decisions and projects too. You make a great team!
was pretty hyped at first, when you showed it at the beginning of the video from far away. But when i saw you doing the tiles and grout on the tile inner edge.. well, you learn by your mistakes. if you are just a bit unlucky, your tiles will crack there. Also, better spend some more time on layout prep. Anyway, i like the DIY stuff you do.
BROOO....thank you... is all i got. perfect video for fireplace stuff without you trying to flex. just keeping it real.... again, thanks my guy. i just subscribed
I think the difference between you and us, you have that positive touch and determination. Most of US on the other side have the motivation and willingness but it’s the partners in the household that have the negative attitude with any project and once executed, the whole project crumbles. Great partnership and positive support, no matter how it turned out, all great energy. Loved it!
Well done buddy - looks great! The only thing that triggered my OCD ;) was the corner cuts on the top left and right corners of the fire place.. once the grout was put in it covered it up! Overall well done legend
yeah bruh youtube critics are brutal!! great job though!! nice with the buttah, tile saw safety tip was hilarious--don't get distracted watchin me!! As the centerpiece (the fire place), and as you've done expertly throughout, the grout lines could line up but I think the flow you have with the tile faces are spot on! Watch them change orders hahaha; busting up with your facial expression!! You guys are greatt keep 'em vids a coming!
Will you be doing another local family dining table surprise ? The last one was awesome !! Looking forward to a new surprise for a deserving special someone !!
I always appreciate these videos as I always learn something useful, but they also show you why professionals charge they way they do. I’d love the cost savings but every time I see diy tile work I’m reminded why I really should just pay a pro. 🤷🏽♀️ PS. I’ve been enjoying seeing you and your wife work on things together more too! 💫
Agreed. Tile work can be more frustrating than other diy jobs, more cleaning up and keeping clean during the job; mixing of thinset, etc. Cutting is harder than woodworking. and appearance-wise it demands a higher level of precision than other jobs, or it could look really bad.
Honest question; Why use the spacer pieces on the bottom, but then fore-go them on the upper trim? The whole time I was fixated on the small square tiles on the upper face, no spacer was used and I can see the "unsquared" tile the whole time. Grout helps, but one adjustment and it would look way more square. Is this a style preference? Do I have OCD? Am I wasting my time commenting about someone else house and if they enjoy it then that all that matters????
Yes, he admitted he aint a tile guy, just a DIY guy. The bathroom he did earlier had the same layout issue, and the grout lines were off then too!!! But well, whats there to lose, the imperfections are there for him to see :D :D
As someone that works in the industry. There is not one job that is perfect, all that matters is the customer is satisfied. The customer sets his own expectations and is okay with it. This is a win win. This job wasn’t done for Tom L. Also the way trends go I wouldn’t be surprised if the white on white marble look goes away. Watch this be remade 5 to 10 years later, not for quality of install but customer preference or what is most popular at the time.
I did the same at my house but since I never used the fireplace, that is not an issue. To me fireplaces are decorative, makes no sense to use them when the house is centrally heated and in an even temperature.
@@bosoares Not everyone has central heating. My house has heat and A/C through most of the house, but the living room was an addition and isn't tied in, so our fireplace is the only way to heat it. And even with central heat, there is just something so nice about cozying up next to the fire.
Isn't the water in the cutter also preventing people from inhaling the material? I've always been told that it reduces the dust amount so people don't inhale stone/marble. :)
My brick fireplace is similar on the corners. Why did you remove the wood floor? Why can't you mount the frame on top of the floor directly and need to access the subfloor?
good video, your cost breakdown didnt cover tool rentals or tools required which would be good to know going into it. I did a fireplace makeover as well and we are well into by a lot more than you mentioned above. Part of that is tools part of that is a custom hardwood mantel but that was a personal choice we made.
I am a huge fan of your reno vids and love all of them! Great job! Am the only one who noticed that your wedding ring is gold? 😲 what happened to the black one?
I love the fireplace.. I would have started with a cut on the bottom of you border to avoid the little slivers at the top but other than that u did amazing and it looks beautiful!
