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Cardboard Mulching 101: Is It Worth the Hype?
In this DIY yard landscaping and gardening tutorial, we delve into the world of cardboard mulch-a sustainable and cost-effective method for suppressing weeds and enhancing soil health? Yes and no! 🌱
📹 What You’ll Learn with Cardboard Mulching 101:
Step-by-Step Installation: Watch my demonstration on how easy it is to lay down cardboard mulch in a tree nursery or your garden pathways. No fancy tools required-just some old cardboard boxes, water and wood chips!
Weed Suppression: Is cardboard mulch truly effective in keeping pesky weeds at bay? My informal experiment reveals the results.
Soil Health Benefits: Discover if cardboard mulch can improve soil structure, retain moisture, and promote beneficial microbial activity.
Pros and Cons: I weigh the advantages (like recycling materials) against potential drawbacks (such as decomposition time). Overall, is this gardening method really worth the hype?
When Is It the Right Tool?: Finally, we discuss whether incorporating cardboard mulch into your landscaping routine is a worthwhile investment.
🌿 Whether you’re a seasoned landscaper or a curious DIYer, join me as I explore the practical aspects of cardboard mulching. Don’t forget to hit that Subscribe button and give us a thumbs up if you find this video helpful! 🌼
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Tongue & Groove Pine Board | TOP THREE Challenges When Installing
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Looking to learn more about tongue and groove wood ceiling install? In this video I share our experience and learnings! This method could also be used to create a cool accent or feature wall. We used secondary tongue and groove pine boards to create a budget friendly high impact ceiling design feature in the 'project room' of our shop. Using a brad nailer this tongue and groove material was eas...
Garage Countertop from Repurposed Lumber | DIY
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Ever attempt a project without the skills or proper tools yet still come out feeling proud of your near disaster DIY? Thats my story as I fumbled through the process of building a wood countertop from recycled deck lumber! Learn from my mistakes as I cover the entire process and share what I would have done differently. Incoming tool recommendation: If you're tackling a similar project for the ...
Repurposed Kitchen Cabinet Installation | DIY Garage Storage Solution
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Upcycled cabinets are an amazing and budget friendly DIY storage solution for your garage or shed! This video walks through the entire process to install these repurposed kitchen cabinets. From start to finish don't miss a moment of this project. I've included all our tips and tricks from installation of styrofoam insulation on the concrete footing, levelling lower cabinets, securing uppers and...
How to paint a smooth finish on OSB walls
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OSB is strong and functional but the finish definitely leaves something to be desired. In this video we brighten the garage up with some paint! Let's take the aesthetic from cardboard box to EPIC. Throughout the video I cover my takeaway tips from our painting experience. We use block filler primer and paintable silicone caulking to get a smooth finish on the OSB walls. BONUS PROJECT: stick aro...
Exterior Walls & Ceiling | EASY DIY Insulation
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Exterior Walls & Ceiling | EASY DIY Insulation
SHOP BUILD | stick frame construction and exterior tin siding
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SHOP BUILD | stick frame construction and exterior tin siding
using CARDBOARD MULCH method to build organic material in rocky soil
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using CARDBOARD MULCH method to build organic material in rocky soil
6 DAY Timelapse | front lawn
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6 DAY Timelapse | front lawn
GRASS SEEDING | and the mistakes we made
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GRASS SEEDING | and the mistakes we made
SHOP BUILD | Trenching Utilities & Concrete Pad
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SHOP BUILD | Trenching Utilities & Concrete Pad
HUGE Landscaping Rock Retaining Wall | PART TWO
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HUGE Landscaping Rock Retaining Wall | PART TWO
Leafy Spurge Beetle Collection | Biological Weed Control
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Leafy Spurge Beetle Collection | Biological Weed Control
Weeping Tile Installation (French Drain) | Simple yard drainage using non perforated pipe
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Weeping Tile Installation (French Drain) | Simple yard drainage using non perforated pipe
Planting Tree Seedlings (Two Methods!) | DIY Easy Tree Cage Build
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Planting Tree Seedlings (Two Methods!) | DIY Easy Tree Cage Build
How to Install Standard Aluminum Deck Railing
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How to Install Standard Aluminum Deck Railing
START to FINISH | Exterior Water Treatment of Wood Deck & Cedar Finishes
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START to FINISH | Exterior Water Treatment of Wood Deck & Cedar Finishes
Massive Sea Can Relocation | 40ft Shipping Container Moved 500ft
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Massive Sea Can Relocation | 40ft Shipping Container Moved 500ft
Easy Ground Level Deck Build | DIY
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Easy Ground Level Deck Build | DIY
Major Excavation & PART ONE | Rock Retaining Wall
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Major Excavation & PART ONE | Rock Retaining Wall

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  • @lorisalisbury7973
    @lorisalisbury7973 3 години тому

    Great job and thanks for the helpful video!

  • @popopo1632
    @popopo1632 День тому

    You should have built a patio pavers instead lol

  • @larsandersen8120
    @larsandersen8120 3 дні тому

    Hallo from Denmark, i have done the same to my workshop, with OSB-3 plades, like you I’ve started with a good primer and then a white paint. Many hates OBS plates and have big problems when painting them, and why is that? They don’t use a primer and will soon after see these plates made by wood and glue, actually a very strong plate, make some greasy spots just because of no primer or a very cheap primer. Nevertheless you done a hell of fine job with this big project. And the nature around your house is completely amazing. Well done and a fine instruction video to this kind of work😊

  • @theonlyricky
    @theonlyricky 6 днів тому

    Havent seen the white stuff before, what manufacturer is it if you know?

  • @private7199
    @private7199 6 днів тому

    those were not 4x4 backing, were they 2x4 or 1x4?

  • @james2shall549
    @james2shall549 Місяць тому

    Thank you! installing mine today.

  • @hamprepper
    @hamprepper Місяць тому

    Only loblolly pines will grow in my red dirt. Need more organic matter

  • @hamprepper
    @hamprepper Місяць тому

    We has red clay in southern USA. Very little organic material in soils. Would this process build soil? Thanks Hamp

  • @hamprepper
    @hamprepper Місяць тому

    ❤ seeing young folk doing diy projects like this that adds value to the community!

  • @MrSiJay
    @MrSiJay Місяць тому

    81k views and 500 subs. Keep up the grind you guys can do this

  • @jimbobkitty
    @jimbobkitty 2 місяці тому

    great job on the video production, you guys need to consider consulting for some of the youtube DIY channels that have lots of followers but no clue how to produce videos 👍

    • @benburnett8109
      @benburnett8109 Місяць тому

      for realz.........this vid be poppin and reppin the life for sure!

  • @nicholasgranstrom3822
    @nicholasgranstrom3822 2 місяці тому

    I filled the gaps with joint compound, sanded it, primed it, then painted it. Not sure if i should've but what are your thoughts?

  • @gaknskk
    @gaknskk 3 місяці тому

    It looks great but why not the celing?

  • @ericajackson4809
    @ericajackson4809 3 місяці тому

    I love it

  • @AlexWilkinsonYYC
    @AlexWilkinsonYYC 4 місяці тому

    The whole time watching this made me ache for an airless paint sprayer, haha. Perfect job for a sprayer! I wonder how a drywall skim coat would've worked out. Not sure if a drywall skim coat in a garage would last or not. Interesting project. Also foam would've worked for that edge and spackling the edge of the OSB if you ever don't want the nosing there. 🤔 Nice work, looks great! 😎

  • @latishadakin3372
    @latishadakin3372 4 місяці тому

    love the project, also how did you do your brick wall, is that panelling?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 4 місяці тому

      Thank you! Yes, the brick wall is panel. It was really easy to install but we did have some minor bowing due to moisture.

  • @ofacid3439
    @ofacid3439 4 місяці тому

    You look like Titanic Sinclair Nevermind, thanks for the video. Very useful indeed

  • @sabrinaleonardo3277
    @sabrinaleonardo3277 6 місяців тому

    I have a shop to use as my craft shop. It is 12 x 32, I think. My husband has installed osb throughout. Now, it's left up to me to finish the inside. PLEASE tell me the easiest way. I am not a young woman, lol. Or can you recommend any other ways to cover up the ugly osb besides paneling?? I may end up leaving it bare.

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 5 місяців тому

      The right paint can cover almost anything. And having a roller with an extension makes painting quick work, well.. at least a lot quicker than paneling!

  • @firstname-qq3xp
    @firstname-qq3xp 6 місяців тому

    Better than plastic by a mile

  • @twilightgardenspresentatio6384
    @twilightgardenspresentatio6384 6 місяців тому

    Deeper mulch on top

  • @violetk4948
    @violetk4948 6 місяців тому

    I should have told the builder of my little 3 season entryway to return the OSB. Now a huge pia to smooth and paint.

  • @Crypto_Nitro
    @Crypto_Nitro 6 місяців тому

    vapor barrier inside OMG

    • @Terrible_name
      @Terrible_name 6 місяців тому

      This is normal in cold climates. The vapor barrier should be on the warm side of the wall

  • @user-vc5rp7nf8f
    @user-vc5rp7nf8f 6 місяців тому

    you're pretty

  • @keithholland
    @keithholland 6 місяців тому

    This was helpful because I don't have the tools for biscuit joints. I see that Lowes has a Kreg dowel tool for $10 accommodating 1/2" and 3/4" width, so perfect for my job. Hey are you guys planning on creating any more content? I noticed you haven't uploaded anything for months. Cheers!

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 6 місяців тому

      Hi! Life got hectic but there are a couple videos with editing in the works. So yes, more project videos to come!

  • @dteam8602
    @dteam8602 7 місяців тому

    Excellent music, excellent info. Thanks!

  • @leblancexplores
    @leblancexplores 7 місяців тому

    Looks like OSB not a cardboard box?

  • @nicolenemeth9989
    @nicolenemeth9989 7 місяців тому

    Do i not need a gap around the perimeter to account for swelling because of temperature changes?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 7 місяців тому

      Natural wood products will shrink and swell. Standard recommendation is 1/4" gap around the perimeter. We installed our ceiling in the summer when humidity was highest so opted to reduce the gap anticipating more shrink than swell. Hopefully that works in our favour!

    • @nicolenemeth9989
      @nicolenemeth9989 7 місяців тому

      @@thehillproject1 thank you!

  • @rixtrix11
    @rixtrix11 7 місяців тому

    How about some details on the shop, such as size, intended use, etc?

  • @benjaminreinhardt259
    @benjaminreinhardt259 8 місяців тому

    I like it! Beautiful property you all have there. Down here in northeast NC we don't have much in the way of hills or rocks, just flat swamp land.

  • @AnitaDevi-so9ls
    @AnitaDevi-so9ls 8 місяців тому

    Nice 🙏

  • @TrapDoorWoodworks
    @TrapDoorWoodworks 8 місяців тому

    Tip: If the building is going to be used as a shop, put the rough side of the OSB towards the shop. It acts as a noise cancelier kind of like a sound studio. it's harder to paint, but functions better for the intended use. I am building a woodshop right now, but I'm using 3/4" ply on the walls to handle the load of all the things attached to it, and the abuse it will take from flying objects and swinging boards. The fire risk is obviously higher with wood, so make sure to take that into consideration.

    • @dteam8602
      @dteam8602 7 місяців тому

      @TrapDoorWoodworks I'm considering OSB for my barndo ceiling. It's super loud when it rains. Your opinion, smooth side up or down for maximum sound deadening? Mineral wool will be between the OSB and the spray foam insulation as well. Thanks. -Tex

    • @TrapDoorWoodworks
      @TrapDoorWoodworks 7 місяців тому

      @@dteam8602 If you have mineral wool and spray foam towards the tin, I would put the smooth side towards that and the rough side into the room. That should stop noise inside the building from bouncing around. Good luck!

    • @dteam8602
      @dteam8602 7 місяців тому

      @@TrapDoorWoodworks Excellent. Thank you!

    • @TrapDoorWoodworks
      @TrapDoorWoodworks 7 місяців тому

      @@dteam8602 You are quite welcome! 😊

    • @benburnett8109
      @benburnett8109 Місяць тому

      What?????

  • @jazziered142
    @jazziered142 9 місяців тому

    The background music was way too much. Way way way too much.

  • @_olivebranch_
    @_olivebranch_ 9 місяців тому

    Hello. Can I paint OSB directly with acrylic paint?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 9 місяців тому

      I'd recommend using a waterproofing primer as a base coat first

  • @nikkhalia
    @nikkhalia 9 місяців тому

    There are no tips

  • @dhginadean
    @dhginadean 10 місяців тому

    *Lady, you got skills! Great video. The production was perfect, length, imagery, attention to detail - awesome. 🏆🏆🏆🏆*

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 10 місяців тому

      Thank YOU! Your comment made my day 😊

    • @dhginadean
      @dhginadean 10 місяців тому

      @@thehillproject1 its the truth! if you decided to do this regularly you'd have a sizable subscriber base.

  • @bobnelson270
    @bobnelson270 10 місяців тому

    Your very Beautiful. Gosh I need a woman like you

  • @anthonynguyen6607
    @anthonynguyen6607 11 місяців тому

    Where I buy wood

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 11 місяців тому

      We bought from a local timber store, but you can find this type of tongue and groove pine at Homedepot or Lowe’s too

    • @laualee1
      @laualee1 2 місяці тому

      Yeah I’ll just tell you where I got mine. Facebook marketplace had some Amish untreated tongue and groove pine that the kiln dry

  • @paulstanescu2759
    @paulstanescu2759 11 місяців тому

    Hi Paige,what are you doing how are you

  • @Lolatyou332
    @Lolatyou332 11 місяців тому

    I used standard kilz interior / exterior primer and it looks better than this did. I'd recommend in the future to sand down the edges between each sheet of OSB so that they are flat, then when caulking, use a 1.5 inch putty knife to apply the caulk smooth and hide the seams entirely (you can use your finger on the corners) . Additionally, I'd recommend applying a liberal amount of primer as well as applying 3-4 coats in total, additionally, I'd recommend at least running over it with a pole sander at the minimum starting on the 2nd-3rd coat before the 4th primer. It will still have some texture but you'll get rid of most of the larger anomalies that can make it look bad versus just making it look like a slightly textured wall.

    • @benburnett8109
      @benburnett8109 Місяць тому

      For realz...............and ALWAYS use a 1.6458796 inch knife to putty. Only "non smart" people use a 1.5 for this stuff. Can't wait to see your how to video hit a million views..................ROTFLMAO and also LMAO and you are not smart.........I just haven't figured out the acronym for that............yet............but when I do........yo........u be nowin' that it be a gangsta callout of your finger on the caulk technique for realz.............don't be no hata...............be a playa and be a gangsta with your caulk.

  • @annettepierson6130
    @annettepierson6130 Рік тому

    I’m curious, you painted the seams before boards…did it fill in the seams between the sheets?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      For most of the sheets, yes the initial primer did the trick, but there were a few with wider gaps that needed the paintable silicone to get a nice finish

  • @montamang837
    @montamang837 Рік тому

    You would better laminate sheet rather than staining

  • @gusgusnft8231
    @gusgusnft8231 Рік тому

    What gauge nail did you use? Carpenters in the USA recommend 15 or 16 gauge. Looking at your gun it appears to be 18 gauge or even 23 gauge.

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      Thats good info - thanks for sharing! Our brad nailer is 18 gauge.

  • @onemorething100
    @onemorething100 Рік тому

    Can you tell me what gauge Nail you used?

  • @fome337
    @fome337 Рік тому

    6:30 So, the title is just click bait. Great. Thanks for wasting my time.

  • @henrythompson5624
    @henrythompson5624 Рік тому

    You didn't say what brand of paint that you guys put on for your final coat

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      I used an acrylic latex interior paint for the final coat

  • @SkyfalconTin
    @SkyfalconTin Рік тому

    Can I use pin nailer gun for the tongue and groove board to install on ceiling? could the nail be able to hold these board?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      Good question! A pin nailer with smaller headless nails likely doesn't have the holding power for this tongue and groove pine. I'd recommend a brad nailer or finish nailer for this project

  • @csjackson76
    @csjackson76 Рік тому

    I love that you added great music and the beautiful animals.You did a great job.I have a couple of questions.Is there a latex paint and primer combo or should I buy them separately and is that flat,satin,etc.

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      Thanks! I used a separate paint and primer. The high quality primer let me get away with one coat of paint so it was worth it :)

  • @AAA-nq6bo
    @AAA-nq6bo Рік тому

    Who in their right mind would place wood (even treated) into the soil? I don't care where you are or if you use treated or not... IT WILL ROT AND DECAY and it's only a matter of when...

  • @user-mw5cm3fu7d
    @user-mw5cm3fu7d Рік тому

    awesome video!

  • @troyporter3825
    @troyporter3825 Рік тому

    Hi, any reason you didnt opt to paint before installl?

    • @thehillproject1
      @thehillproject1 Рік тому

      Hi! It's actually more time consuming to paint first. Once installed there is a larger surface that can be painted in one continuous motion

    • @troyporter3825
      @troyporter3825 Рік тому

      @@thehillproject1 aah gotcha. Thanks!!!