DIY DEMO GONE WRONG…WE FOUGHT OVER IT! 😡
March 1, 2026 · 28 min · 62K views · Florida
Woman gestures mid-renovation as man drills behind her
What this video covers
Matt and Kristen renovate the entryway and kitchen of their newly purchased house, focusing on the removal of 1980s wood wall paneling and bonded floor tile. To manage the significant dust generated by the demolition, they enclose the workspace with plastic sheeting and use a spray bottle to mist the air, which helps settle airborne particles.▶ 24:30 The couple debates the construction behind the wood paneling, discovering it is an overlay on drywall rather than studs.▶ 15:04 They also discuss the potential presence of asbestos in the materials, noting that they are awaiting laboratory test results before proceeding with further structural demolition.▶ 25:44 The project involves using a pry bar and a chippy hammer to remove stubborn tile and thinset, which proved difficult due to the strong bond with the concrete foundation.▶ 10:12 The hosts emphasize the challenges of living in a home during a major renovation, comparing the experience to their previous time spent living aboard a 30-foot boat and in an off-grid trailer.▶ 27:05
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