CONVERTING AN ABANDONED FARM IN THE JUNGLE ONE STEP AT A TIME
26 May 2024 · 25 min · 218K views
What this video covers
Matt and Kristen construct a custom wooden door to close the final gap in a block wall fence on their property.0:28 They build the door frame using eight-inch planks, incorporating two five-inch boards at the edges to accommodate an uneven measurement.8:03 To ensure a precise fit for the hinges, Matt uses a router to cut the recesses, while Kristen finishes the wood with pressure washing and stain.5:24 The project includes installing solar lights and refinishing planters with spray paint and clay to achieve a weathered, stone-like appearance.18:45 During the build, Matt notes the rapid deterioration of an untreated bamboo chicken coop, which collapsed within six months.21:44 The couple also discusses the difficulty of finding a residential general contractor in Puerto Rico for permitting and site preparation, specifically regarding soil testing and footer requirements for building on clay and granite terrain.22:57
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