No More Rotten Gate Posts! (metal gate post installation)
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- Опубліковано 25 жов 2023
- Time to fix that broken gate post!
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About me:
I'm Aiden and I'm documenting what was supposed to be my barn conversion, which has now ended up being a new build. I don't have a trade, I just have a go and I'll be doing lots of work myself. This is the boring bit in grand designs that you don't get to see. Subscribe and follow along to find out how our future home turns out.
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If I subscribe to a channel I generally watch every video that comes out. That being said, I watch yours because I want to see how you're progressing with your projects, plus you often tackle similar problems to the ones I am likely to come across. I also appreciate the humour and general style of presentation, so keep it up - I'm sure others feel likewise! 😁
Thanks mate, how's your place coming along?
Slow as usual! I'm just in the process of fixing the cement tile backer boards in the bathroom. Bought the thermostatic shower valve and ceiling recessed shower head this week ready to install - thinking I will tile the ceiling around it... 🤔😊
Like your honest opinions on your projects. You never know what you’ll learn.
I'm watching because I enjoy your videos, the way you explain what you're doing and why. You're very relatable, and I've picked up lots of tips from watching your channel. I'm also fully invested in your build progress so I will watch every video regardless of the subject 😂
Awesome! Thanks dude 😁
I really think this will be worth it in the end. Its so refreshing to watch real DIY. Not a polished example of everything going perfectly. You are the channel, you could be making dinner and people would watch and enjoy it. Keep going mate. If you build it they will come!
Thanks mate
I watch your videos when they come out and have done for a while. I watch because I love seeing the progress you make to the barn.
😅 I haven't made much progress recently hey
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT May be not but you still manage a video every week loved this weeks one cause it shows how not cutting corners pays off. My heart sank when I saw the thumb nail with your new moat.
@@Tumpshies gotta get the clicks 😉
Sent here from a Gosforth Handyman recommendation when you had your unwanted under-floor lake.
Stayed watching because I like your approach to tackling problems, you've got a "no-BS" approach to presentation, and it's always clear in your videos what you are doing.
I've picked up loads of useful tips from the channel, and it's especially nice seeing someone do the work with tools accessible to a DIY-er.
I sub to about 400 channels, and yours is one of the very few where I watch every video posted.
Awesome! Thanks mate 😁 hopefully I'll get to upgrade my crappy Ryobi tools one day 😅
My kids dont want to learn the diy stuff, but they absorb the work ethic. Yes inspired. The problems with trades not doing a meticulous job like you do will grow over the years - your site will become more and more popular 😊
Fingers crossed 🤞
Your videos are interesting because you have a different approach from other DIY UA-camrs. I do enjoy you talking through your thought process when solving a problem, rather than a more scripted explanation of what you've been through off-camera.
Thanks mate. I rarely ever script, that's too much hard work 😂
I like your calm attitude to all the work you do really enjoy your videos. I’m a general builder myself. I love the approach and persistence to jobs you do keep up the good work.👍🏻
Thanks buddy
I enjoy the content mate . Think your honesty with when you f**k things up is nice to see .
we all know diy projects go wrong or things come faulty or incorrect etc that’s the selling point for me .
Tutorials are real and honest I love that 👍
Keep up the good work pal just think of it like this someone who’s maybe put there last few ££ into a project and doesn’t make a mess of it coz of your real videos 👍👍
Right on 😎 thanks mate
Why do I watch your videos? Because you don't fake it. You say it how it is and you show those moments of uncertainty or vulnerability which, in my view at least, is fucking brave mate.
What you are building (as well as a home), is a legacy. Maybe one day you will have a kid or two and they'll be able to enjoy these videos forever as well.
Ah thanks for saying that 👍 it's true about the legacy thing, even if it's just me watching back when I'm 70 🧓
Hi mate, I myself find your videos both entertaining and informative also there is a realism to all that you do . I as well as many others just enjoy watching you doing you and learning along the way. Ultimately you have to do what you think is important and the right thing to do for you and lou but i’m sure that the channel will only grow as things progress on the build.
Well stay safe ATVB mate and hope to see you in the next one .👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks for the comment mate 🙂
Why am I watching it? Dude because you’re f**king great. You’re piss funny and it’s really refreshing to see someone taking on these scary jobs and being honest about it rather than the usual smug lecturing style of lots of UA-camrs. Presenting, filming, editing, monologue’ing are your talents… you may not realise it so I’m just telling you the way it is. Don’t waste it.
Ah thanks dude 😎
I just like building stuff and I like watching someone else do it, so that is why I am watching. You teach me ;-)
. Hi. When I first stumbled upon this channel, I was surprised that it had not been widely discovered yet. You are brilliant. Love the realness and the humor. You share a full range of emotions and thoughts which gives your production depth. The editing is great. I mainly watch to learn, but I enjoy you! Totally understand that it might not be worth it financially. Rotten deal for you and for us, but whatever you choose, I have appreciated the creations. Thank you!
Aww thanks 😊
If you keep making them, I’ll keep watching them! I’ve learned loads from your videos and look forward to watching all the new ones. Obviously it’s not worth burning yourself out, but if you’re able to keep making them you’ll continue to teach and entertain people like myself 💪
Keep at it, fella. Just do whatever you feel comfortable with. You've got loads of content to make finishing that gaff off, and I really want to see it through to the end!
Have you got another 10 years in you to wait until the end 😆
Keep it up mate.... Not only the 4 inches but your channel.
Like your real life comments/humour and how you deal with the things that go wrong that many youtubers don't show.
Much appreciated
I watch your videos because your honest, seem like a top guy, and like watching how you problem solve. Keep going with the videos 👍
I appreciate that ☺️
Dude, inspiration flows from your honest opinion and feedback.. I have directly managed to get my barn conversion moving forward with the help of your detailed videos
Ah cheers dude 🙂
Like others have said here this channel is unique in terms of your style, honesty and determination to face any problem and deal with it. I came here after watching you help out Keith Brown dig out his back garden for better drainage. I was following another channel, Sampson Boat Co which was also about completing a long term project, but binned that after starting to watch your barn conversion and cartlodge playlists. I dig your accent, I am from Sussex so it resonates with me as a Southerner. Your humour is ace. OK your subs numbers may be lowish compared to the top guys but is there anything else you can do to boost this? More collabs with other UA-camrs maybe, I know you had the Skill Builder video guy round for a piece but can you use this to your advantage in other ways? I think we all appreciate the massive PITA it is to video everything you do but try and keep it up and maybe something will turn up that gives you a more positive financial situation. My biggest DIY project so far is lining a double garage wall with plywood but your work inspires me to try bigger and better things. Onwards and upwards mate.
Can't believe you binned off that channel for mine 😲 one of my mates loves that one.
I could try some more collabs maybe, although I think the way for my subs and views to increase is to get a viral video 😅 and that's easier said than done 😣
I’m watching because I like you and your project, I check your channel every 2/3 days looking what’s new videos you’ve uploaded. I wanna see the finished project, keep it up 👍🏻
You'll be waiting a long time for it to be finished 😅
I watched because I’m interested in a self build barn conversion - I subscribed because I like you and your DIY content 👍🏻
I watched initially for DIY advice but now I also watch because you seem to be a decent likable chap and I'm keen to see how you're getting on with your build
Cool, well I suppose it sounds like I'm doing something right 😁
Aiden you have to keep going. So much left to see on the barn.
Too much 😅😂
Aiden, pleez don’t leave you tube! I luv watchin you just do stuff! It’s wierd isn’t it how you think it might be boring or whatever, but all of us just love watching you do it! It’s funny! You make it more interesting somehow cos you’re just you! I’ve been doing a binge watch and almost up to to date so if you stop now I’ll never know what it looks like when you bloody finish it! Oh and I’ll miss seeing your face!! 😂
Ah thanks Evie 🙂
Ah thanks Evie 🙂
I think your videos are ace. For what it's worth I think you should keep at it as clearly it does inspire others to take on projects outside of their comfort zone (myself included). Keep it up fella
Thanks so much 😊
I only started watching your channel after you helped ragnbone out, I carried on viewing as you are easy to watch, and you have a good way of showing how you work through issues and still get the job done, you show mistakes and are very honest with everything you do it's nice to learn from someone else doing something as it saves me making them.
I'd like to see how your build goes and it would be great to see it finished.
Thanks for answering mate 🙂 I'd like to see the build finished as well! 🤣
Learn a lot from your videos and in some cases validate my thinking and approach. As I mentioned earlier around the timber to steel fixings, would have never known about them were it not for your videos. Appreciate it's probably a lot of effort and time editing but i don't think that goes unappreciated by your subscribers and I for one am grateful for your content, has helped me no end and find your journey interesting.
Thanks mate 🙂
I watch all your vids. They’re interesting and even the ones that shouldn’t be are made interesting by your unique presenting style and humour. I’ve completed your back catalogue and now have to patiently wait for new videos 😂 keep up the UA-cam work mate, the only thing I don’t really watch are shorts but that’s across all channels I subscribe to. Yours is one of the best… please don’t give up.
Awesome! Thanks for watching the back catalogue, that's an achievement in itself
I love the channel and your relaxed style which is much more endearing than other providers. Your personality really comes through and I feel your pain when things don't go to plan - we've all been there!. I hope you stick with it. For me I am watching to see how you tackle the problems you come up against more than the content only because I have no desire to take on any major building projects. Hopefully your subs will increase once you get round to the internal fit-out of your build as that will be more relevant to a wider number of us amateur DIYers? Your recent painting video for example was really useful for me. Looking forward to see how the build progresses.👍
Thanks Mike, that's good to know 👍
Stick with it
I never comment on any videos really. Found you through skill builder video.
I keep watching your videos as you’re personality and attitude to DIY makes me smile ! You’re a character mate.
I’d stick it out, Its brain numbing but tik tok seems like the platform a lot of UA-camrs blow up on and audiences follow them back to YT.
Glad to have you on board mate 👍
I'd have to be even more organised to do tiktok as well 😑 I'm not sure there's many people that have cracked all the platforms really well at the same time
Me and my missus love your vlogs. Especially when they are longer than 2 mins 😂. We watch them because of you and Arthur. You are so funny in a good way. We watched them one after another until we recently caught up. You need to do what's best for you but I think if you keep with the regular longish videos of your new build, you will keep growing, you have done so well to get to 11k in a short time. And keep smiling
Love that! ☺️ I never knew that quite a few couples sit down and watch my stuff 😁
I enjoy your honesty and humour and your approach to problem solving
The main question I would ask if whether you enjoy doing it. If so, keep doing it, if not, pack it in.
Imagine standing in a stadium of 11k people and talking to them for 10 mins - that is a massive deal to do it once, let alone every video you put out.
For me personnally, I enjoy DIY videos and pick up tips here and there. You have a unqiue style, which is great. Rather than become a carbon copy of other channels you have done your own thing, mixing raw honesty, humour, DIY and determination to overcome challenges.
It has definately helped me in the past, when putting jobs off. After seeing you battle through many a stuation, it gave me a kick up the arse. I missed your content when you took a break, geninely hoping you were ok.
In the end do what is right for you. I would miss following your journey.
P.S. I'm a long time lurker, never commenting on any social platform. You have broken my commenting virginity!
Hello lurker 👋😁 thanks for commenting dude. Yeah I wish that all my 11k subs would actually watch a video 😅 that would make a massive difference! Humm, well yeah I do actually enjoy it, that's probably why I've kept going for so long 😁
It's yer relaxed accent mate! Totally fits with the slooow diy project.
I watch because I enjoy watching the progress you're making!
The alternative, which I never watch anymore, is broadcast TV which, quite frankly, is utter garbage!
🙌 I stopped watching TV ages ago too 😁
I think it would be a shame if you stopped making your videos. It is clear that a lot of people enjoy and learn from them. I am a woodworker with a background in furniture making, but find your videos honest, interesting and entertaining. I like your humour and have a go attitude. I would miss your channel if it went!
Thanks mate, appreciate that 🙂
I do hope you keep with UA-cam. You are my go to channel and love everything that you do. You make me laugh out loud😀
Ah thanks mate 😁
Even with quick dry cement, give it time. Any cement needs time to cure. And for it to do what you need it to do. Quick dry is walk-able on in 24 hours, but it still may take 1 week to get to a good strength (~1200 psi) to 3 weeks to reach full strength (~4000 psi).
Fence posts and their gates can exert a lot of lateral pressure. And the cement in the soil may cure slower than you expect. For long term stability, the longer you can wait, the better.
I waited 3 days in the end, it's solid and hasn't sagged 🥳
I found your videos by chance looking for something else. However I have watched them all now. Your methods, instructions and opinions are great, and I have learned a lot of practical things from you, as well as some more existential things. You actually are very inspiring. It would be really disappointed if you stopped making videos but I can understand why you may.
Thanks mate 👍 surprised you're not sick of my face now you've watched all of them 🤣
Keep going Aiden. A very informative channel. I like the deep focus on solving the challenges of DIY problems, whether digging a hole for a fence post, deciding whether infrared heating was the way to go., or how to fit windows, and much more. Btw - re digging the hole, Roughneck tools are really good and heavy duty. I use that breaker bar and it is very effective for digging holes and levering out roots and rocks. Also recommend the heavy duty post hole digger from Roughneck because it gets increasingly difficult to get stuff out of holes with shovels the deeper you get. Great channel keep it up.
Thanks mate, yeah I reckon I might grab the post hope digger even if it's just to lift the soil out, that'll save me reaching in with a small garden trowel 😆
I subscribed because Andy Mac told me to, learned a fair bit so stuck around, then found your videos really entertaining, then met you and you were a dude, then you helped me dig a big hole which means you're even more of a dude. I'd be gutted if the videos stopped coming but totally understand that it doesn't seem viable, but it'd be a huge loss for your devoted followers
Thanks dude 😁
Might seem a chore, but I do like your video/vlogs as they’re entertaining, enlightening and generally inspiring. Keep them coming Gary at least until you get the build done.
Been great to pick up little nuggets that help me do my bit of a bungalow remodel/demolish etc.
Until I get the build done...another few years then 🤣
I love your videos.
I'm afraid im not going to be able to achieve what you have.
Trying to build up my confidence to take on a project.
You know i feel pretty lost atm too.
You are inspiring and you know kids turn up when you lose hope n give up.
So definitely don't stop the videos as one day you'll have these to show your little ones.
Roual jelly honey or something like that, was what all the ladies in the office took when trying to concieve.
I'm still looking for a place and you are definitely my resource that I'm going to be checking in with on my journey.
I hope you keep going on here.
Aiden, I look forward to watching you every week, and love your insight into building and fault finding, I also love the way you show mistakes from manufactures and your own mistakes unlike other channels.. Please don't give up mate, it will get better, I follow a few youtubers and have seen the slow progress then suddenly it takes off, don't get disheartened my friend, If it was easy everyone would be doing it.
Yeah I know what you mean, it's been ages and I still haven't nailed a viral video 😅
Keep it coming hun. It is good to remind the world we all learn on thr job when it comes to diy... You start with one issue.. And unravel five... And things go Pete Tong all the time. Thinking on your feet and working the problem is how to learn. And you are modest with that too. I used your video on cementing in the tiles on the edge of my roof, and had my own challenges with other problems that popped up as a result. It is good to see others get a chance to scratch head on alternative solutions😊
Hope your verges turned out good then 😉😁
They did indeed! A touch of key hole surgery on a the bonnet hip tile at the top.. But did finally get it all buttoned in before winter. Rock solid now with no chance of squeak holes either
I enjoy your journey on the channel. I don’t have kids either. You are really entertaining too, keep it up mate
Thanks 👍
Keep it up mate. First comment from long time lurker who’s watched all your vids and learned a load. Especially patience…
Don't just lurk Dez 😉 comments help the algorithm 😁
I found your channel from the video you did with Keith Brown. I've been following you since and I have to say that I love your 'you just gotta have a fking go' attitude. I've got loads to do in my house, I'm redoing a shower room at the moment and I'll be hiring a digger in the spring to landscape a bit of wilderness at the side and dig out a hill and build a gabion retaining wall. I'm giving it a go because your attitude is infectious.
Thanks for the comment 😁 it's nice to know I'm making a difference in my own little way. Have fun with your projects 🙌
I liked the heart to heart. I'm also wondering why you're not as successful as I think you should be. I watch a lot of UA-cam but know nothing about how to make it. If I had to throw in any advice I would say "make it snappier". Like others have said, I really appreciate your honesty and you showing your struggles and weird ideas, as really that's what DIY really looks like in practice. And I love listening to your voice.
Thanks for the suggestion 👍 I have tried to make it snappier 😅 I'd like to think the edit is better than it was a couple of years back at least. There's a fine balance I reckon, hopefully I'll find it one day 🤞
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT It must be tough. I listen to the "making it" podcast and they often talk about the disconnect between the videos they really want to do that their core followers enjoy but are not attracting enough random viewers to pay the bills. I think a lot of us would miss you if you stopped, but at the same time you produce free content for us and you owe us nothing. You have to do what's right for you too. Back to the snappier comment, I think it includes making each video about one thing, or a clear message (like the recent one about flooding solutions, I thought was really good). Back to the "I need help but I don't want it" I think if you get another youtuber to collaborate on your house here and there you'd get both help on the house and cross pollination on your channel and they'd also get a video out of it, so it would be win-win all around. Anyway, don't listen to me, I know nothing about all that!
@@DocteGaby you're right with the single subject thing I reckon. Thing is it's hard not to bounce around as that's what I would normally do 😅 I try to do abit of a mix so I can keep the regulars entertained and then try and get more viewers from specific videos. I'll have to check out that podcast 👍
Having found your channel fairly late I have now watched most of your back catalogue and I am invested in the channel. Plus I like your style of presentation, the engagement you give and I am still waiting for the merch 😅
Haha merch will be coming, not sure when though 😅
There is probably no point in anything !
That being said I like the project as a whole and enjoy to see how you tackle the issues!
No compromise where it matters!
I think it’s on the up and up when you consider the channel content diversity and quality.
I enjoy the journey, variety and I learn something with your pragmatic approach. It’s inspiring!
Then on a personal side for you it’s great to have documentation of everything you’ve done, why you did it!
Thanks Sam 👍 fingers crossed I don't lose the plot over winter 🥶
I would really miss your videos if you stopped. I like your attitude and your ability to try anything.
Thanks David 🙂
I am the same as you - not a builder but will have a go at anything. Don’t give up as you inspire other people to gave a go as well 👏👏
Thanks Peter
Go for a big push don’t think you realise how informative each video is very helpful Mate, I always screenshot and save info. It’s also interesting.
I personally think you should really go for it contact a few others and team up. For example ,
The traditional Bricklayer he would definitely come out and give advice look at your brick work old and new .
Then Farmer P . Contact them nothing to lose Go for it 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Hi Aiden! What I especially like about your channel is the unpolishedness and the wide range of things you take on. I've learned quite a few things from them while renovating our own 1920's house. Not remotely as big an undertaking as yours but still 🙂 It makes you appreciate the huge amount of time everything takes.
My wife and I can't have children of our own (medical thing that I won't bore you with), so I can kind of imagine what you mean with not having that next generation to teach your skills. But at least you're teaching us through your videos!
BTW; I'm sure that if you were to set up a Patreon thing you could double that £ 300,- a month revenue and make the whole thing a bit more worth your while 😉
Anyway; keep your head up mate, look at what you've already accomplished. That's worth something, right?
You're right, everything takes an absolute age!
Ah we can just get more cats n dogs hey 👋 I'm still not sure on the patreon thing 🤔 but I know I'll need to do something
I found your channel from your appearance on Rag n Bone Brown and enjoyed your style. I’ve been watching previous videos and watch all your new ones because you’re wonderfully laid back and honest. Hopefully UA-cam will start promoting you more but worst case, your videos will be an interesting chronicle of your build for you to look back at.
Thanks for subbing! Yeah, I wonder if I'll be able to watch them back in 30 yes time 😎
Ive recently found your channel and love the rawness. Keep going, its a great channel and as with loads of stuff in life, its when you're about to chuck the towel in, its that point that defines you and your destiny when you continue........which in your case will convert to views and of course the project realisation. Furthermore vlogging is connecting to your extended family and when times feel challenging we are your red bull.
Awesome, thank you!
I watch the videos for your honesty warts and all narrative - 👍 keep them coming cheers
Thanks, will do!
Oh nooooo, please don't stop making the videos, unless you really can't stand it any longer! We really enjoy watching you and your efforts. Even though my husband and I are sixty-something mostly armchair (as in sitting in them) renovators, you've taught us a lot and love your "have a go" attitude. Any time I'm tempted to skip a step , a voice in my head says "what would Aiden do? Do it properly!" Hopefully, you can keep going for a long time. Can't wait to see the finished home. In the meantime, you're teaching us "big kids" things we didn't know we needed to know. All the very best to you and yours. Ps, can't believe you're 40! I need some of what you're on......
I'm surprised how many couples watch me, I didn't realise that was a thing 😁 ah no you can tell my age by my eyes 🫣
I love you videos. Watch every one… can’t wait for the next.
Keep going, you make me laugh with your wit. 💪💪
Glad you like them!
I learn lots from UA-cam precisely because I have a child (my free time is now revolving around MVF…minimal viable fix). As an older dad (51 with a 5 year old girl). I love the way you go about researching, asking for advice then blend it all to sort out your issues ( that’s kinda how I do things). I think it is inspirational what you do and building a brand on this platform is very hard, but as others have said, you do it all with good humour and have your own unique style. Be sad to see you stop, but also understand you have to do what is right for yourself. I suppose I also find it a bit of escapism as I fancy the idea of what you have accomplished with your home, knowing I’d never get that opportunity…and you have some nice toys. All the best man.
Thanks for the comment David ☺️
I'm 33 and enjoy watching the videos. It's interesting seeing how you tackle the various issues that you face, and learn something that I can hopefully apply at a later date.
Cool, thanks!
Awesome work, dude! 😊
But yeah... I know nothing about concrete. 😬
About videos, it's hard to say. Those for which I prepared more, that I thought would do better... Well, they didn't. 😬
On the other hand, those that I basically recorded because why the heck not... Did much better! Perhaps because I was more relaxed, or because the projects were simpler... I don't really know.
So, my advice is: do whatever the heck you want and have fun. Because I guess that's what people like to watch. 🤷♂️
Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks dude. Ah yeah it's really frustrating trying to figure out how to crack the algorithm 😅
Please keep going love watching your videos and journey with the build.
More to come! 😉
Hi Aiden, I’m am about to embark on a similar journey to you, I am of similar age and in a similar position. I am a mechanic by trade with a keen motorcycling background, I have a versatile skill set just like you, Minus you video blogging skills, you have been an inspiration and given me the visual proof that It can be done: I admire your tenacity and determination to not only tackle every job that presents itself to you but record the journey for us all to see, Highs and lows. Keep up the good work- andi
Ah thanks buddy 👍 hopefully your project is abit more swift than mine 😆
I got to dig out 3 post holes next week so just orderd the same bar you used. Looks great. Just want i need. Ps. I watch the whole of your videos
Awesome 🙌
Mate love your videos! Look forward to Thursday to see what your up to next.
Thanks a ton!
Love your Channel ! Pls keep on you have taught me loads !
Cheers dude 😎 I'll try
Hi Aiden, I discovered your channel from another UA-camr who mentioned you. I can't remember who it was, but it would be a quality channel. It could have been Whiteland Restorations, but who knows.
I think your videos are superb. Your lateral thinking around problems astounds me, and your laid back attitude to issues makes me want to be a better person and try not to get so frustrated when things don't go to plan, but just deal with what's happening.
I've learned a ton of stuff from you, and how to do things the right way. You've put up with a ton of shit and come out the other side smiling. That is properly inspiring.
I love the variety of jobs you tackle and the humour
FWIW, I can't believe you don't have 100K subscribers. You deserve it. I really hope you continue making these videos, but that's selfish on my part. You have your life to lead, and need to do what's right for you, and if this isn't it, then so be it. I'll miss you like hell.
I'm gutted things couldn't go to plan on the family front. I can't imagine the heartache. I hope you find something to fill that hole.
I wish you all the best mate in whatever you choose to do. You're an amazing guy.
Ah thanks mate 🙂 I'll remember to read this back any time I feel like the UA-cam thing is going pants
Why am I watching...? I like watching people problem solve, and as a 'white collar worker' I enjoy watching people or myself achieveing something tangible at the end of their day. Picked you up from Skills Builder, also watch Mr A Builders, a few sparks and a few plumbers too..
My dad is fucking terrible at DIY so as a 40 year old man, I still look to learn how to do things from a few sources and you're one of those..
Cheers mate 🙂 I'm terrible at DIY too though, cause I take soooo long 😅
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT yeah but to me it feels like you've done it in 20mins. Luckily you cut all the pissing about out of it for me 👌
Keep it going mate, you're doing a great job and I love watching your videos. To be honest I can relate to alot of what you're going through. I've tried a few different youtube channels in the past and just ended up giving up as they just got nowhere. You are getting somewhere with yours though, almost 13k subs is a great achievement and I would think you'll see that double or more over the next year. I'm also doing a self build, although I haven't done everything like you have but, it's taking me ages doing it only at weekends. I keep thinking I should start vlogging my progress but never seem to do so, I think I lack the confidence to actually do it, but maybe I should.
If you try then you will build more confidence if you stick at it 😉 how did your floor tiling turn out?
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT Still not finished. Two rooms left to do. I switched to sorting out the bathrooms, laying lino, fitting toilets, sinks, bath etc so hopefully we can get moved in soon and start saving some cash on paying rent. Maybe I should start filming this weekend and see how it goes. I guess at the very least it's a good way to keep track of progress.
Keep going with the vids please Aiden. 👍
Keep going mate
I'll try 😉
Keep it going I’m learning a lot
Hoping you keep at it, but if you need to pack it in will understand. Found you from your asbestos video and liked your presentation style. Keep watching out of interest for your project, learning new things, and that you show when shit goes wrong as ALWAYS happens to me. Definitely inspired to get a class Q project from your bids and jealous of your spacious plot.
Don't be jealous of the plot, just imagine how much landscaping needs to be done 🫨
I've been here since the first video, maybe even first subscriber - or close to it! At the time I was thinking about doing a barn conversion and realised there wasn't really much conent around. Obviously you're no longer doing a barn conversion in the truest sense but I always look forward to your videos and watch almost all of them. I usually learn something or feel I've in some way been prepared for a problem I've yet to encounter! Above all, you're very personable and have great way of dealing with adversity. Personally, I'd like to see a few more videos that cover your story and the 'soft fluffy' bits as well as the 'how to' type stuff. Keep going Aiden, I'm confident it'll be paying for itself in not too longer time.
Awesome 🙌 aren't you sick of me yet? 😆
Not at all
Still watching because I clearly like watching paint dry…..oh and because it’s good real life content!!!!
This is the funniest comment yet 🤣😂 I take sooo f'in long don't I 🫣
Hi this video popped up as i watch farm and land type content.
I'll watch some of your back catalogue now as you seem like a decent guy. I follow people in the space I'm interested in but they have to be likeable aswell. You remind me of Carl Rogers another decent guy.
Just carry on being yourself mate.
Thanks buddy. Ah I wish I had the views Carl gets 🤯
Hi Aiden, I hope you do keep going with new videos. My wife and I are also proper self building, but at a much earlier stage (piles and ring beam in, next up drainage etc so we can start building ICF walls. The order is very different to yours, but so much of the stuff you've done is useful for us to learn from. We also hate creeping thistle with a loathing!
One thing to think about on the gate is that many people hang them with the lower hook upside down to make it harder to remove the gate. If it's too late to do that, you might want to MIG on a thick washer or similar to make it harder for a few guys to lift it off the hinges.
Ah I was meant to do piles and a ring beam originally, got quoted 85k though 😅 so I got permission to chop down an oak tree on my neighbours land so I could do trenchfill instead 😁
Good point on the gate, I don't even lock it these days 🫣 but I'll probably do like you suggested and weld something on
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT Blimey, ours was less than half that, and fairly happy to go that route as we have way too much clay to be happy otherwise.
The algorithm would never have shown me your channel. It was the mention from Gosforth Handyman. I keep watching because it's a good channel. I'm impressed with the skills you teach yourself, then us. As a viewer I hope you don't get disheartening and stop, but as an x UA-camr I understand the frustration.
Thanks Ruth 😁 do you think you'll ever make more videos?
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT not sure on that one. I gave a lot away for free, need to make the paid for videos. Its still growing subs even after nearly a year with no videos which is nice.
I really want you to succeed at this. Did the rag and bone collaboration bring in subs?
@@RuthTappinGilder I reckon you could do well with some paid for courses. I saw a video a couple of weeks back from Nate Black that said detailed videos should be behind a paywall.
Yeah I probably got another thousand subs off the video with Keith. Between him and Andy I've probably got an additional 4k subs over time. It's abit frustrating that not everyone watches the videos though 😂
love the vids and the can do attitude
I've been subscribed and watching for some time as I have planning to convert my own duch barn and stables at the beginning of next year.
Learnt a lot and gathered many tips from your videos.
Would love to come see your build and rack your brains on the whole project.
As information for such a specific build is hard to come by.
On the chance you do read this, hit me up. I can offer free labour if you need an extra pair of hands.
In exchange for your knowledge of where to start with a build like this. 👍
Get on insta, seen loads of Dutch barns on there. Where's your place?
Why do people watch your video's....because I want to see Arthur of course.
Sounds like you've got a case of the autumn blues. Or it's that time in your life (or the time of day!) when you want to assess where things are going. A sensible thing to do sometimes. Ultimately only you & Lou can decide what your priorities are.....if the UA-cam content creator/entrepreneur isn't making you happy then change the focus. But it would be a shame to ditch the video's entirely because you have built up so many skills & techniques in both advanced DIY and video filming & editing.
Concentrate on getting the main house ready. Get in tradespeople to push it along if your OCD will allows you (and the budget too). You will feel better when you are living the dream.
Sometimes having a tidy up can improve my mood.
It's almost like these video's are less about DIY and more about mental health sometimes....which is really important. & I appreciate your honesty.
You'd be a great dad btw. Have you thought of adoption....although who would adopt an old git like you I have no idea! 👍
PS My guess would be 4 - 7 days before hanging the gate. But I like the idea of propping up one end to take the weight off the hinge if you wanted to do it quicker.
Thanks Sean. I think you're right about the touch of autumn blues. I'm actually looking to get a couple of trades in soon I reckon 🫣 I have no idea why but I find it really hard to tidy up 😆 that's on my list though cause everything needs to come out the barn 😩
We have considered adoption but there's quite a few hurdles with that. We're still negotiating our current ones 😑
6:44 stll watching
Well we all have to like subscribe & comment/share, to help drive up the algorithm (i think)
If we want the videos to keep coming.
That's right 🙌
I very much look forward to your videos and think they are awesome. I can tell the amount of work you put into each one and I think as the content is so good, it's got to be only a matter of time before your channel grows significantly. You're at the mercy of the youtube recommendation algorithm and at a certain point, a tipping point should be hit.
I most enjoy your long form content where you talk through solving problems because that's the reality of 'DIY'. Having said that, I think to boost the channel and get eyes on it, maybe doing more reviews of popular tools and products would get hits that could then stay for the longer form content. I know you already do this but it only takes a couple of those becoming very popular to boost your channel's hit rating on recommended videos. Just some ideas.
I'm subscribed to a lot of (maybe too many) channels and your videos are the ones I look forward to the most. They don't always get recommended to me by youtube when they come out though...
Ah thanks mate 👍 good idea with the review stuff...I think I'd need to get my hands on a newly released tool though 😬
Ive been saying the same for the last 10 months, its not getting any better, I just shoot an edit causeI enjoy it. But at some point after so many months I'll have to call it a day as Im operating at a loss month after month.
UA-cam is always a loss at the start apparently, but it does seem like we're further along and it's still not any easier 😅
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT definitely, it’s like they keep moving the goal posts. Why 98% of my vids only reach 4k and then flatline is beyond me!
My concrete expertise helped!!
Seeing that you've used a blend of rapid set postcrete and OPC/ballast 'semi' mixed with water (😅) I think you'll be fine after 24hrs as that goes off fast. You'll be surprised that this will have cured very fast but with relatively low strength as you've probably not added enough water throughput the depth of the foundation.
Always best mixing first and pouring in. If you ever dig the foundation out you'll find layers of weak concrete and pockets that are strong where you've mixed the water in well-ish. This won't matter for your gate, but something to bear in mind with foundations in future 👍🏻
Haha I'd never do this for any other foundation 😆 I was just being lazy not mixing it beforehand 😅 it's solid though...for now
That's what she said
Just the odd bits? Tool choices, materials etc. General 'tips'
In the US that is called a spud bar.
Aha I didn't know that 😁
Keep at it! You're like a edgy George Clarke
Ooo maybe I'll get my own TV show one day 😂
I like your dog
So do I 😁
Is it worthwhile? Well, £300/month is nice - especially if it keeps coming in every month for years. And the 10p here, 20p there will keep going up as you make more videos. Of course, it depends just how much work you have to put in.
I enjoy watching normal people do DIY imperfectly, often without all the kit that makes a job easy but costs a fortune. Real life construction.
Yeah but if I could 10x that amount I'd be chuffed 😁
Yeah but if I could 10x that amount I'd be chuffed 😁
I watch because you are entertaining, but as a self builder I couldn’t spend the time making videos of what I’m doing, I’ve got too much to do.
I've got too much to do as well 😆 but surely you're making more progress than me 😅
@@THE-AIDEN-PROJECT well I’ve laid about 2000 dense blocks, 1000 in last 4 weeks, yep building the shell myself. roof trusses next week.
Why not, it’s interesting 🧐
I would miss the VLOG style vids if you stopped. I watch 2 other (very successful) self-build channels. Both yanks with highly driven wives pumping out vids etc. I prefer your channel for lots of reasons and think you could be more successful. However I couldn’t do it, so it’s easy for me to say it.
Ah am I missing having a highly driven woman on camera? 😆