Raising The Timber Framed Forest Kitchen!
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Date: 2026-07-10
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unchained20000000
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Bathing in a stream with bar soap introduces surfactants, chemicals, and nutrients directly into the water, which damages the delicate aquatic ecosystem. Even if a bar soap is labeled as natural or biodegradable, it remains toxic to aquatic life when introduced directly into a freshwater source. Destroys Surface TensionInsects Drown: Soaps are surfactants, meaning they break the surface tension of water. Microscopic and surface-dwelling organisms, like water striders, rely on this surface skin to stand and navigate; when it is lowered, they sink and drown. Oxygen Depletion: Lowered surface tension reduces the water's ability to retain dissolved oxygen. This drop in oxygen stresses fish and other underwater wildlife, which can lead to localized die-offs. Harms Fish and Aquatic LifeDamaged Protective Coats: The same chemical properties that strip dirt and oil from your skin dissolve the natural slime coats on fish. This leaves them highly vulnerable to parasites, bacteria, and infections. Gill Suffocation: Soap suds irritate fish tissues and clog their gills, severely disrupting their ability to breathe properly. Spurs Toxic Algae GrowthNutrient Overload: Many soaps contain phosphates or trace minerals. When these chemicals break down, they act as fertilizers in the water. Algal Blooms: This sudden influx of nutrients triggers rapid algae growth. Massive algal blooms cloud the water, block critical sunlight from reaching submerged aquatic plants, and create a toxic environment for other river inhabitants. Alters Water ChemistrypH Shifts: Traditional soaps are naturally alkaline. Introducing them into an untouched wild waterway alters the natural pH balance, rendering the immediate habitat unlivable for fragile native species. How to Wash ResponsiblyTo protect wild spaces, outdoor ethics organizations like the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics recommend the following alternative guidelines: Carry Water Away: Use a bucket or a water bladder to carry water at least 200 feet away from the stream before washing. Use Biodegradable Soap Sparingly: Wash yourself on dry land. Let the Soil Filter It: Pour your gray water over a wide patch of dry soil or into a dug hole. Soil contains bacteria and fungi that successfully filter and safely break down biodegradable soap molecules before they can leach back into the river system.
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rnation2551
Been here since the beginning, your skills and determination are amazing. You obviously learned a lot from the timber frame workshop. Your filming and editing is a work of art and have improved dramatically. I do have one observation that I’m curious about. For such a young man, why so serious all the time For someone with over a million and a half followers and the ability to sell an axe for 650. 00 a piece, I would think that would at least make you comfortable. Regardless, I and many others find great joy in watching your progress. Thanks for sharing.
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Been here since the beginning, your skills and determination are amazing. You obviously learned a lot from the timber frame workshop. Your filming and editing is a work of art and have improved dramatically. I do have one observation that I’m curious about. For such a young man, why so serious all the time For someone with over a million and a half followers and the ability to sell an axe for 650. 00 a piece, I would think that would at least make you comfortable. Regardless, I and many others find great joy in watching your progress. Thanks for sharing.
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TheJimcrooks800
Just superb skills and forethought went into this framing. The use of trunnels and how they were shaped - the chamfered tops to avoid splitting when they were driven home - was outstanding> serious study went into this as well as the development of your many skills Erik. Next major project of course will be to build a longboat complete with dragon prow. Just outstandingly artistic videos to boot!
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Just superb skills and forethought went into this framing. The use of trunnels and how they were shaped - the chamfered tops to avoid splitting when they were driven home - was outstanding> serious study went into this as well as the development of your many skills Erik. Next major project of course will be to build a longboat complete with dragon prow. Just outstandingly artistic videos to boot!
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erik_grankvist
Why do you char them to remove the layer of coal later You know that you need this protective crust of coal to make the wood inedible for bugs and funghi Also the Japanese wood joint in that wooden beam above the entrance has to be standing, or it needs a post directly underneath otherwise it will sack over time.
Otherwise the use of boar tusk tenons looks quite solid. Nice work.
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Why do you char them to remove the layer of coal later You know that you need this protective crust of coal to make the wood inedible for bugs and funghi Also the Japanese wood joint in that wooden beam above the entrance has to be standing, or it needs a post directly underneath otherwise it will sack over time.
Otherwise the use of boar tusk tenons looks quite solid. Nice work.
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clearingland
Man you really like taking a hard working approach using hand tools instead of machine ones. I personally would always go for a mechanical saw for cutting down a tree because it is such hard work doing it manually, but credit to you for taking the approach you do. Good to see the old skills that they must have been using 150 years ago being revived.
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Man you really like taking a hard working approach using hand tools instead of machine ones. I personally would always go for a mechanical saw for cutting down a tree because it is such hard work doing it manually, but credit to you for taking the approach you do. Good to see the old skills that they must have been using 150 years ago being revived.
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dumitruceara3579
I don't understand if you're still doing Stone Plinth Foundation why you don't go with the Korean Hanuk version from start to finish.
Including the centerline measurements.
And you didn't need the brackets either.
But it turned out well anyway.
I hope you enjoy your new summer kitchen in the wild
Congratulations!
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I don't understand if you're still doing Stone Plinth Foundation why you don't go with the Korean Hanuk version from start to finish.
Including the centerline measurements.
And you didn't need the brackets either.
But it turned out well anyway.
I hope you enjoy your new summer kitchen in the wild
Congratulations!
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marionbartley214
Hello Erik, I enjoy watching all of your videos. They are so wonderful to see how you can, create all the things you do. Out of trees that you cut down yourself and process it. From the beginning to the end product. Your outdoor kitchen so far looks amazing. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
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Hello Erik, I enjoy watching all of your videos. They are so wonderful to see how you can, create all the things you do. Out of trees that you cut down yourself and process it. From the beginning to the end product. Your outdoor kitchen so far looks amazing. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
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DeineMama231
Nearly 34 minutes of my life with no worries, just watching in awe.
Not a single tune out of place - cause there is none. Just a man doing what he loves.
Beautiful work, really a pleasure to watch!
Thank you for sharing & keep up the wonderful work!
All the best from Austria
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Nearly 34 minutes of my life with no worries, just watching in awe.
Not a single tune out of place - cause there is none. Just a man doing what he loves.
Beautiful work, really a pleasure to watch!
Thank you for sharing & keep up the wonderful work!
All the best from Austria
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jimjensen1414
Erik, please wear a respirator, or at least, a mask, when wire-brushing that ASH, off the logs, way back in the 17-1800s, they figured out that CHIMNEY SWEEPS had much-elevated CANCER risks, from breathing SOOT. pretty much same as the ash off those logs.
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Erik, please wear a respirator, or at least, a mask, when wire-brushing that ASH, off the logs, way back in the 17-1800s, they figured out that CHIMNEY SWEEPS had much-elevated CANCER risks, from breathing SOOT. pretty much same as the ash off those logs.
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iBakePizza
Super cool that you tapped the birchtree for sap. Maybe a fun project would be to make either maple syrap or birch syrap. I think the ratio for making birch syrap is around 100: 1 ratio. So 10L sap to get one deciliter of syrap. Anyhow, love the videos Erik!
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Super cool that you tapped the birchtree for sap. Maybe a fun project would be to make either maple syrap or birch syrap. I think the ratio for making birch syrap is around 100: 1 ratio. So 10L sap to get one deciliter of syrap. Anyhow, love the videos Erik!
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erik_grankvist
The most interesting part of building a timber frame is connecting the columns and roof beams. I like the simplicity and elegance of a cabin or tiny house because it creates the least amount of work and is quick to build for me. Great video, buddy.
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The most interesting part of building a timber frame is connecting the columns and roof beams. I like the simplicity and elegance of a cabin or tiny house because it creates the least amount of work and is quick to build for me. Great video, buddy.
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johnnydingo8680
I'm a lumberjack, and I'm okay
I sleep all night. I work all day.
I cut down trees. I eat my lunch.
I go to the lavatory.
On Wednesdays I go shoppin'
And have buttered scones for tea.
I cut down trees. I skip and jump.
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I'm a lumberjack, and I'm okay
I sleep all night. I work all day.
I cut down trees. I eat my lunch.
I go to the lavatory.
On Wednesdays I go shoppin'
And have buttered scones for tea.
I cut down trees. I skip and jump.
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Ray-gt3op
Wrongful arrest, he needs to sue them. The police have lost what little respect they had. I think they are absolutely rucking useless and I can’t stand them. I’ve never been arrested or involved in crime in anyway but I hate UK police.
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Wrongful arrest, he needs to sue them. The police have lost what little respect they had. I think they are absolutely rucking useless and I can’t stand them. I’ve never been arrested or involved in crime in anyway but I hate UK police.
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lucygrrl1
Hi there! My husband and I love your videos! We have a log cabin and the logs are starting to get dark after 48 years! Is there a way we can clean them We have tried numerous things without success! Would Love to send a picture if possible
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Hi there! My husband and I love your videos! We have a log cabin and the logs are starting to get dark after 48 years! Is there a way we can clean them We have tried numerous things without success! Would Love to send a picture if possible
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joebacarella2829
That is one hell of a structure my friend, the time and measuring to get all of those notches and joints to fall right in place. Very impressive, it looks amazing, the end post notched out to sit plumb on the rocks, incredible.
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That is one hell of a structure my friend, the time and measuring to get all of those notches and joints to fall right in place. Very impressive, it looks amazing, the end post notched out to sit plumb on the rocks, incredible.
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erik_grankvist
Watching this timber frame finally rise after months of hard work is incredibly satisfying. Every beam, every joint, and every detail shows real craftsmanship this forest kitchen already feels like it has a soul.
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Watching this timber frame finally rise after months of hard work is incredibly satisfying. Every beam, every joint, and every detail shows real craftsmanship this forest kitchen already feels like it has a soul.
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erik_grankvist
OK I admit that I have no idea why you are building a large separate kitchen to your house that already has cooking facilities. The only reason that I can fathom is that you are going to open a hostel
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OK I admit that I have no idea why you are building a large separate kitchen to your house that already has cooking facilities. The only reason that I can fathom is that you are going to open a hostel
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cariboo_Carrie
Such an enjoyable video. You're really good at your filming and shot selection as well as editing. I love the nature you show also. You definitely have your own style, again really enjoyed this video!
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Such an enjoyable video. You're really good at your filming and shot selection as well as editing. I love the nature you show also. You definitely have your own style, again really enjoyed this video!
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romankuznesov1968
Hi Eric
It was nice to see you
You slowly decided that some kind of
canopy, (like a summer kitchen) should be
near the house!
And a good place for roasting too!
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Hi Eric
It was nice to see you
You slowly decided that some kind of
canopy, (like a summer kitchen) should be
near the house!
And a good place for roasting too!
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patchmack4469
so nice to see another build going up and you have a friend to help, nice
but you'd think with all the things you made in wood, by now you should have made a wooden ladder hehe
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so nice to see another build going up and you have a friend to help, nice
but you'd think with all the things you made in wood, by now you should have made a wooden ladder hehe
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