INSANE Living Room Remodel The Week Of My Wedding!

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  • Опубліковано 12 лис 2019
  • In this video, we wrap up the remodel of my first floor. We push it to the edge to see if i can get done before my wedding week. I install a load-bearing beam across the one wall and another faux vintage barn wood beam on the other.
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  • @zuckerwoodshop6419
    @zuckerwoodshop6419 4 роки тому +125

    "not working in the dark on the floor on my knees..." hey man, whatever pays the bills.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +13

      That sure as hell doesnt. hahaha

  • @steveallen9581
    @steveallen9581 4 роки тому +21

    I too have an Uncle Stan, everyone should. My daughter calls him Uncle Stand. Glad we had this talk.

    • @Nyx4739
      @Nyx4739 3 роки тому +1

      She should call him gruncle Stan (like in gravity falls)

    • @coledrumming2712
      @coledrumming2712 3 роки тому

      I too have an uncle Stan, as we all should

  • @Eric_s_Channel
    @Eric_s_Channel 4 роки тому +17

    I really really REALLY love the stair case as it it... It is the heart of the house.. one of the most historical feature of the house... i would say don,t touch it!! since you've opened the wall.. it's not in the way anymore!! Please let it be!!!

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +6

      I dunno my friend. i pretty much hate it with all my heart hahahah

    • @Eric_s_Channel
      @Eric_s_Channel 4 роки тому

      @@John_Malecki That's okay... My dream is to build a victorian house with THE Staircase!! But oh well it's yours... you do you! Anyway I agree that opening those walls makes it a way better space!

    • @MJ-cc4uf
      @MJ-cc4uf 4 роки тому

      @@John_Malecki - then why in the hell didn't you buy a 1970s box house and make it look as bland as your remodel does?

    • @ashleyarredondo3432
      @ashleyarredondo3432 4 роки тому +1

      M J such a hater lol, it’s his house. chill

  • @spenserolson7937
    @spenserolson7937 4 роки тому +42

    I would straighten out the staircase and then depending on the look you could add some hidden storage underneath.

    • @angelagill75
      @angelagill75 4 роки тому +1

      Spenser Olson any kind of storage is always a plus!

    • @MRHSDM316SD18186
      @MRHSDM316SD18186 4 роки тому

      Harry Potter "under the stairs"

    • @MJ-cc4uf
      @MJ-cc4uf 4 роки тому

      Yes because moving the front door is a cost effective idea.

  • @Braddy_Daddy
    @Braddy_Daddy 4 роки тому +29

    Do the staircase because that’s the next project we’re tackling!

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      Hahhaaha lets see how soon i can get it on the docket

  • @Rouverius
    @Rouverius 4 роки тому +1

    Congratulations on your house not falling down.
    Oh, and getting marriage.

  • @mrcwoodworks4523
    @mrcwoodworks4523 4 роки тому +9

    Hey dude you rock your energy is contagious

  • @dlghtfl1
    @dlghtfl1 4 роки тому +63

    Leave the staircase, but remove the carpet and refinish it. Then do something with that awful looking closet behind the front door.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +8

      Ya that closet needs turned into a fire QUICK!

    • @JensWoodworkingThings
      @JensWoodworkingThings 4 роки тому +3

      @@John_Malecki the front door itself bothered me more than the closet. Did it come off a tiny trailer?

  • @wayfastwhitie455
    @wayfastwhitie455 4 роки тому +3

    👊🏼👊🏼 Because you can can can. Love the old barn beam. What about taking out the hand rail at the bottom of the staircase and do like corner steps so you can go up the staircase at a few different angles of approach???

  • @jeans_on_two_wheels1495
    @jeans_on_two_wheels1495 4 роки тому +5

    Make the staircase straight out!
    Great job by the way!
    Such a good job that the Misses wants to redo some of our house now.

  • @stephaniesolorio5726
    @stephaniesolorio5726 4 роки тому

    Lol!! Freedom dance was hysterical! Great video and it would be great to see the stairs redone with hard flooring to match your new floors! Maybe square the corners pieces on the bottom steps??

  • @coppertopjohnson9782
    @coppertopjohnson9782 4 роки тому +1

    Wood railing with rebar from balustrade to balustrade. Remove the closet, and build a coat rack/shoe rack, bring the stairs straight down. You did a great job on the remodel. :)

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      No rebar. too gritty. but not a bad idea with the rest!

  • @Franco4590
    @Franco4590 4 роки тому

    No comment except,,You go man, rock it as only Malecki can do! congrats to you and mama bear on your wedding and life is looking good!

  • @bg73
    @bg73 4 роки тому +7

    9:27 "Yeah, look at that" - haha, naughty boy

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +6

      hahah i mean the knee pads..... gosh

    • @rjmills126
      @rjmills126 4 роки тому +1

      Was thinking the same thing lmao

  • @katbrax8622
    @katbrax8622 4 роки тому +3

    John you and Sam are hilarious! Now you got your uncle in on the act. Great job guys.💯💯💯

  • @katbrax8622
    @katbrax8622 4 роки тому +4

    The House looks FANTASTIC! Congratulations on you and Sara's wedding this weekend!💯💯🌞🌞💒💒💎💎

  • @LadyLuvGemStones
    @LadyLuvGemStones 4 роки тому

    👍🏻👍🏻 CONGRATULATIONS ! Have A Wonderful Wedding ! 💖💖💖💖💖 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @mcattack2009
    @mcattack2009 4 роки тому +1

    Wow dude, great job! You're nuts!

  • @ChuckReynolds
    @ChuckReynolds 4 роки тому +9

    I've enjoyed this series and man does that LR look WAY better man. So cheers on that.
    Regarding the stairs... I'd make them go straight down but keep a rustic look like you have that exposed beam cover, but then add in some more industrial railing and/or guardrail sort of thing.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      I dig the input chuck! Glad you liked the series!

  • @mexicas6637
    @mexicas6637 4 роки тому +3

    I've been waiting to see this!! I saw the notification this afternoon and could not wait to watch. Did NOT disappoint! You guys worked so hard. Open space in an older home is something special. Enjoy the lack of walls! 😆 & congrats on wedding!

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you Cassie!!! so glad you enjoyed it

  • @gbsnchels
    @gbsnchels 4 роки тому +5

    Hoping they post a video of their wedding 🤞🏻

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +2

      Maybe, we did hire a killer videographer!

  • @lindarosenthal6835
    @lindarosenthal6835 4 роки тому

    Love the stair turn. Keep it.

  • @TheRogueMadCat
    @TheRogueMadCat 4 роки тому +1

    I love the staircase how it is! maybe paint it white to match the rest of the house?

  • @lesleyharris3198
    @lesleyharris3198 4 роки тому +1

    Good luck with the wedding, the house looks amazing

  • @sabinebrand
    @sabinebrand 4 роки тому +70

    Staircase: make it come out straight instead of curved like it is now. Also industrial is a good look 👍🏻

    • @birtie3196
      @birtie3196 4 роки тому

      I agree!

    • @calebstoneconnor6845
      @calebstoneconnor6845 4 роки тому

      Yes!

    • @MJ-cc4uf
      @MJ-cc4uf 4 роки тому +5

      It's not an industrial house. He's already removed most of the character the house had and it will look dated in 5 years.

    • @escobarhap7986
      @escobarhap7986 4 роки тому

      looks good if you live in 2010

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +3

      M J , message me in 5 years.... see how dated my house looks...

  • @ftwtexasstephens9629
    @ftwtexasstephens9629 4 роки тому +1

    Wow! Stunning!

  • @andywyatt701
    @andywyatt701 4 роки тому +1

    Great job John and Sam.... Also congrats on the wedding day, I hope you and Sara have a great and wonderful day.....

  • @patrickurban7600
    @patrickurban7600 4 роки тому +2

    have a nice wedding weekend and after that, you can do whatever you wanna do with your staircase, it will be a cool video for sure! greetings from Germany.

  • @aaronbrown284
    @aaronbrown284 4 роки тому +1

    Congrats Big guy

  • @vivianFAILS
    @vivianFAILS 4 роки тому +1

    I love this series. Everything about the vibe and personality in these videos have been great so far.
    I hope you redo the stairs/entryway too! The closet and front door would like an upgrade :P

  • @jaketaylor6747
    @jaketaylor6747 4 роки тому +1

    The floors are squeeking because they were nailed. Gotta screw them. Get a pam driver. They are one of my favorite tools. That festool domino is a real game changer. Nice work

  • @tombaker3794
    @tombaker3794 4 роки тому

    Nice that you completed the remodel before the big day, congratulations on the wedding, now enjoy the fruits of your labor.

  • @rodpotts2666
    @rodpotts2666 4 роки тому

    Looks much better, good move!

  • @davelittle6668
    @davelittle6668 4 роки тому

    Holy crap, it worked! One in a row big fella!

  • @tracyorth3214
    @tracyorth3214 4 роки тому

    Looks amazing, the Front Hall closet could use an update to finish the room off. I wouldn’t replace the staircase case. Just some paint on the risers and sand and stain the treads to match your floor.

  • @fredmyers503
    @fredmyers503 4 роки тому

    My vote for the stair's. Straight down is good, or if you don't want to loose the closet keep the landing, but wooden treads with a carpet runner system and welded iron wrought railing.

  • @elizabethchetwood1916
    @elizabethchetwood1916 4 роки тому

    Leave the stairs as is! They add character!

  • @BillyJoeOrtiz
    @BillyJoeOrtiz 4 роки тому

    i stumbled across your channel and i was amazed at your work and attitude, i was laughing and enjoying every minute. cant wait to see more of your videos. Good Job Bud, Congratulations on getting married. God Bless

  • @jeanniealford4234
    @jeanniealford4234 4 роки тому

    Very nice job. Crazy to be doing this the week you are getting married. No pressure!!!! But, you did it.
    Best wishes you and Sarah.

  • @tyronepelfrey8192
    @tyronepelfrey8192 4 роки тому +1

    John great job I know your glad it’s done. Now comes the most important job you will ever undertake. This job is a constant building and remodel ,give and take on your part. Marriage. Lol. When making any decision from now on always check with your better half first. We as men have only four words to say from now on Yes Ma’am and I’m sorry. Lol. On a serious note though I hope you and your bride will have a great wedding. ( what the hell am I saying here !!! RUN JOHN RUN .

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      hahah Great advice Tyrone, appreciate it and glad you enjoyed !!

  • @thezmanchar
    @thezmanchar 4 роки тому

    You are so talented.

  • @toodles6894
    @toodles6894 4 роки тому +1

    You are one of my new favorite channels!

  • @sir.johnbalman9877
    @sir.johnbalman9877 3 роки тому

    Freedom Dance for the win :)

  • @santiagogrenier7224
    @santiagogrenier7224 4 роки тому

    Excellent project 👏🏻👏🏻 regards from 🇨🇱

  • @jimwhite5964
    @jimwhite5964 4 роки тому +3

    John, it looks GREAT! Nice job too, working “efficiently”! 😎

  • @jeremiahlove4200
    @jeremiahlove4200 4 роки тому

    Another awesome renovation great work man!

  • @Robcha32
    @Robcha32 4 роки тому

    John at the end with the Patete stance coffee cup in hand.

  • @allenhombrebueno6036
    @allenhombrebueno6036 4 роки тому

    Wow. Amazing!! Love you john!😊

  • @GillDawe
    @GillDawe 4 роки тому +4

    The flooooooors. They would've looked so beautiful sanded and stained!!

  • @sophiasteffens4898
    @sophiasteffens4898 4 роки тому

    Remove the closet by the door, change the front door, change the chandelier to a different one, remove the carpet on the stairs, and get rid of the Bolton of the stairs to make the space look bigger. Maybe see in changing the color of the rails. Dark wood and colors make a room look smaller.

  • @lalalalalalalala8111
    @lalalalalalalala8111 4 роки тому +1

    I think if you brought the staircase straight out it would obscrue the closet, or whatever that brown door is next to the front door, and I think the staircase having the turn also kind of divides the space. So maybe in the future you could have an entry way bench and it wouldn't feel crowded.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +1

      the closet is going to get ripped out too!

  • @tonyfox45
    @tonyfox45 3 роки тому

    Hey John (and Sam!), just a thought in case someone else hasn't posted this tip yet. You can always rent screw jacks to help "Lift" walls and joists enough that you don't have to pound the beams into place so much. I've used them a couple times on my 1926 home in Seattle (old straight grain fir "real" 2x4's and 2x6's in the walls with lathe and plaster everywhere.) For temp walls, it's usually easier to use 2 screw jacks on either end of a couple 2x8 or 2x10's to "raise" the joists a couple inches that allow you to slip the new beams in pretty easily (or at leas more easily). Rookie/Pro Tip. for your future projects.

  • @RpGirlRizo
    @RpGirlRizo 4 роки тому +1

    I wouldn't get rid of the staircase at all. Leave some of the original charm of the house.

  • @SendItBilly
    @SendItBilly 4 роки тому

    Nice job and like the direction of the new videos.

  • @cartercasteel6549
    @cartercasteel6549 4 роки тому

    You should do the staircase straight down

  • @emperortrajan3609
    @emperortrajan3609 4 роки тому +1

    Dude awesome work! You're an inspiration and entertaining. Super happy UA-cam suggested this channel.

  • @leemyrick8549
    @leemyrick8549 4 роки тому +17

    You said you wanted to finish this by the end of the day before you lose your sanity?
    I still say your nuts to do this right before your wedding but hey at least you got this done.
    Question though. How many fireplaces in the house?

  • @catherinedarsey3529
    @catherinedarsey3529 4 роки тому +3

    It turned out lovely. I'd leave the staircase just like it is but maybe strip it and restain to match the floor.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +1

      Theyre not oak so they couldn't match the floor, but potentially i could make oak treads to match!

    • @catherinedarsey3529
      @catherinedarsey3529 4 роки тому

      That's what we're planning on doing for our stairs as well. Under the carpet we found cracked 2x12 treads that actually didn't completely fit the width of the stairs.

  • @madelyn3073
    @madelyn3073 4 роки тому

    The floors are beautiful! 😍

  • @halahlo7007
    @halahlo7007 4 роки тому

    Congratulations for your wedding
    I just find your channel

  • @anthonykrepps1624
    @anthonykrepps1624 4 роки тому

    Awesome job man. Great work

  • @ashlyncameron9977
    @ashlyncameron9977 4 роки тому

    If you guys do replace the front door, you should get rid of the glass above and have a taller door. I feel it would make the ceiling feel higher and maybe even make the entrance look more spacious than it is. :)

  • @mikesgarage5066
    @mikesgarage5066 4 роки тому +1

    Very cool! Looks awesome! I would make the stair landing a big square instead of round, then either weld a giant railing or use black pipe to match your shelves on each side of your tv 🤙🏻

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      For sure going to do some black railings i think !

  • @alooshalshammari5915
    @alooshalshammari5915 4 роки тому +1

    well done

  • @albertlui514
    @albertlui514 4 роки тому

    beautiful!

  • @martbert
    @martbert 3 роки тому

    John... that beam was full of woodworm holes... Is your house full of woodworm now? Excellent fun loved every second of this video.

  • @billiewalters5677
    @billiewalters5677 4 роки тому

    That looks amazing !!! Great job!!! Good luck on the wedding!!!

  • @torysetliff
    @torysetliff 4 роки тому

    I love those stairs. Beautiful craftsman style. Carpet could definitely go, though.

  • @cardsfanbj
    @cardsfanbj 4 роки тому +1

    Did the same thing except with construction screws to secure the subfloor to the 2x framing. Worked pretty well.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      Yea that will help witht he creaks for sure!

  • @MOUNTAINEAGLES
    @MOUNTAINEAGLES 4 роки тому

    Good job!!! 👍👍👍👍⛰🦅

  • @KidTheFail
    @KidTheFail 4 роки тому

    It turned out so good!! Well fucking done!

  • @FreeLander5280
    @FreeLander5280 4 роки тому +1

    Dude you freedom danced under your work, not safe, not safe. Lol

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому

      Where else would i freedom dance?!??!?!

  • @kurtmann654
    @kurtmann654 4 роки тому

    Great job Johnny. I've been following this on IG its awesome.

  • @leewatson1525
    @leewatson1525 4 роки тому

    like the stair case and congrats on your wedding

  • @nana_khmkv
    @nana_khmkv 4 роки тому

    Good job 👍 I want some direct, straight stairs for a nice look. Hope y'all do this

  • @dannyhale7645
    @dannyhale7645 4 роки тому

    Congratulations on your wedding! Your remodel has made some great video content. Now you just need to build some custom furniture for your house.

  • @rivetingglance
    @rivetingglance 4 роки тому

    Love the openness and floors are great! (I have the same flooring...good taste). Happy wedding!

  • @Bward216
    @Bward216 4 роки тому +7

    I’m torn on the staircase. That has some character which is harder to find these days. If you did modernize it, I’d expect some metal railing. I’d keep the turn at the end otherwise you end up walking into the front closet

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +6

      the closet will go if we remove the turn. its going to go regardless actually haha

    • @Bward216
      @Bward216 4 роки тому +2

      John Malecki oh well that changes things, lol
      For what it’s worth, I’ve owned two houses now without a closet by the front door and it doesn’t seem that bad at first, but it gets old fast. Obviously a personal opinion but I’d say to keep it. Clean appearance storage and easy accessibility when you first come in.
      You could do one of those open “locker” type you see in mud rooms.
      Either way looking forward to seeing the next step

    • @maggiesue4825
      @maggiesue4825 4 роки тому +2

      Anyone who would cover up those original floors doesn't care about character, no matter how much he defends himself by bad-mouthing people who appreciate the character of these old homes. I'd lay you odds that if/when he sells this house, the next owners will rip out those "new" floors and re-finish the original ones.

    • @SofiaFP
      @SofiaFP 4 роки тому

      @@maggiesue4825 as it's been mentioned before, the floors are made of douglas fir wood which gets scratched up and dents extremely easily and will show wear almost instantly after you refinish it.

  • @debbydhill
    @debbydhill 4 роки тому +1

    Such a difference in flow now. Great job! Remove closet, make staircase straight, modern or industrial. I do love the stairs the way they are, however it just takes up too much space in the foyer.

    • @John_Malecki
      @John_Malecki  4 роки тому +1

      I agree Debby, they need to go on a diet at a minimum, i think a metal railing would help it feel as open as it actually is now !

  • @daddynutz024
    @daddynutz024 4 роки тому

    Great job I would leave the stairs as is. Alot of work for not alot of space. 👍

  • @Bill-IONS
    @Bill-IONS 4 роки тому

    Congratulations on the wedding plans! After you are done with your house, stop over in Dormont to do mine!

  • @FredMcIntyre
    @FredMcIntyre 4 роки тому +1

    The house is looking good John! 😃👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻

  • @aprilbloom11
    @aprilbloom11 4 роки тому +1

    an awesome freaking job!!

  • @ExanthePRKL
    @ExanthePRKL 4 роки тому

    I like the turn with the stairs, but I don't like the weird fence and the slight gap between it and the wall next to it

  • @MattB-zm2uk
    @MattB-zm2uk 4 роки тому +1

    We used a similar beam when we finished our basement. It adds a lot to the space

  • @23fields
    @23fields 4 роки тому

    Going to look nice dude

  • @alexandrea3740
    @alexandrea3740 4 роки тому

    For your stairway, I would remove the wood balusters and replace them with clear acrylic panels, while still using the existing handrail and posts. If you did not paint the barn beam, stain it translucent gray (because it looks like you painted the walls light gray), unless it’s already grayish from age. Refresh the stairway posts and railing with a gray stain to match the barn beam. I wouldn’t straighten the stairway, because it’s a striking design, as is. I would remove the entry closet, and opt for some modern coat hooks there instead, which will open the entry, giving the stairway grandness. Congratulations on your wedding!

  • @Saku-tr7tg
    @Saku-tr7tg 4 роки тому +3

    *how did I find myself here*
    *slowly falling into a pit of disparity*
    *endless amounts of home remodeling videos, at my finger tips*
    *I know not but the, house remodel*
    *I depress from the lack of sleep*
    *Caused by the addictive videos*

  • @Hayluv64
    @Hayluv64 4 роки тому

    I think you should straighten out the staircase so the first thing you see when you walk in isn’t that chunk of railing. It’s a clean eyes view up the stairs. As for aesthetics I think continuing the same vibe as the wood floors you put down in the living room up the stairs would be a nice flow AND with a black metal railing it would tie in the black metal insert you made and put in the fireplace.

  • @territ1231
    @territ1231 4 роки тому

    A lot more room for activities:)

  • @veroniquem5469
    @veroniquem5469 4 роки тому

    Also that painting near the end goes right into the AMSR bank haha

  • @JaredMize9
    @JaredMize9 4 роки тому

    How about that Steelers/Browns game? Crazy

  • @LhajBELAAIDWorkshop
    @LhajBELAAIDWorkshop 4 роки тому

    Perfect work bro. good luck for the reste 👌👌👍👍👍🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦

  • @alexanderthomasvarughese2161
    @alexanderthomasvarughese2161 4 роки тому +3

    Saw this within the first 30 min it was posted

  • @LuggyTV
    @LuggyTV 4 роки тому

    Looks awesome man. Greadings from germany 😄 🇩🇪

  • @sgrisez
    @sgrisez 4 роки тому

    Congratulations on the wedding and finishing the remodel! I would take out at least the top level of the landing and the newel post and railing by the closet. Make the landing accessible from the front or side. Industrial is a good look, but not sure if that would work with your decor. Let's be honest, that's up to the WIFE!

  • @nathangood5728
    @nathangood5728 3 роки тому

    O ya we freedom dance

  • @lenshreck6263
    @lenshreck6263 4 роки тому +1

    Congratulations and welcome to the institution of marriage.

  • @miguelviera2644
    @miguelviera2644 4 роки тому

    love this dude

  • @NenadKralj
    @NenadKralj 4 роки тому

    TRUE: snails always get there to 😁