(8) Japanese Tatami Room Before and After DIY-Renovation⁠ #shorts ⁠

#Renovation #Japan #Japanese #AntoninJapan #Tatami #Tokyo #DIY

[kaziered]

Why did I think you were going to pull up the old mats, only to reveal a pristine layer of more tatami mats?

[CrazennCajunn]

Open air under floors was actually their form of insulation. It also prevented water from being held against the wood which would result in rot. Woods going to rot eventually anyway but for the time being when these were built it was better than other methods

[garyi.]

Traditional Japanese homes are made for earthquakes. Wood having no nails can move with shock waves, while if bolted down firmly can cause wood to crack or splinter. Easier replacement if it's not nailed down as illustrated and cheaper since you don't have to buy superfluous nails.

[wshep]

I love tatami mat rooms. So comfortable and versatile. My Japanese in-laws had a gorgeous, modest house. Half was old fashioned and they added a modern half. The architect merged the 2 styles beautifully and the interior craftsmanship was spectacular. Woods, bamboos, grasses ... just stunning.

[PastaAivo]

It's wild to think that a floor can be deconstructed this easily by hand. But honestly this also makes so much sense. Less work, less materials, easier replacements, airflow to keep things dry (hopefully), resistance to quakes, etc. Climate is a factor, but honestly I'd hope to see construction like this used more.

[MephistoRolling]

Here in Australia you would have so many bugs and spiders and snakes under those matts and the floor.

[penelope-oevr]

That's why the Mats are so great. They could take it ALL up occasionally and have brand new fresh. Also easy to access under them

[piratelestrange]

Please show us how you get rid of construction debris

[GavinLego]

Takes an easy to install and remove system that prevents moisture build up. *puts moisture locking system full of screws and nails in* *uses products that can't breathe and are chemically treated*

[emamalm]

Apparently under those floorboards is a really common place to hide dead bodies. I've seen lots of news stories about bodies being found like that.

[mcvenne]

My mom had some. It just left the cavity where they sat in her floor. Hers also seem much more rigid than the ones he moved. I think his might have been damaged through time.

[asabetti]

How long does it take to get completely rid of the dust sprites

[confusedwhale]

I would not think screws or nails would be a good thing in a earthquake prone area.

If it's designed correctly, the wood will shift without collapsing. But, even if it does, you just restack everything as it was.

[chriswren]

Wow, boards of wood. Who would have guessed that? Amazing.

At what point are you just building a home from scratch vs renovating?

[alst]

Those floor joists don’t look rotten at all, they’re just dusty

[OkamiiSenpai]

Sad no more tatami, but they've always been expensive

[C.u.d.s]

Wasn’t it an idea to not have insulation because summer can get quite hot? Also lots of rain throughout the year.

[JeelKher]

No, but now since you asked, I'm intrigued. Go on...

[katsumontenerudorijji]

Damn thats crazy. But I'd put my savings under there😅