Library Loft Build! How to Prep for a Big Remodel

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*Things I used on this project:*

Welcome to the official April Wilkerson YouTube channel. I’m April and I’m the creator of Wilker Do’s. I'm not professional or have any training, so I just pick the project I want to tackle and figure it out step by step. On this channel you will find a variety of content like DIY home improvement, How-To’s, construction and more.

[esthergerlitz]

I hope you see this comment, in high school I saw a video of yours and it really inspired me to follow my passion. I love construction and all things design. I had never seen a women doing that kind of thing before. I’m now in university for Engineering. ❤ 😊

[BearCreekWoodworking]

It's funny that you mentioned 2017 April. In 2017 I left my corporate job in the Lumber Industry to become a full time farmer on the family farm that I grew up on. This was a great accomplishment, since it was a personal goal of mine. However, I was a little bored during the winter months, so I turned to an old hobby of mine, "Woodworking". I started watching woodworking videos on YouTube. The first two videos I watched was one of Jay Bates and the other was of you making an Axe Handle. The fact that you showed your mistake during that video impressed me so much that I subscribed to your channel instantly. During those winter months of 2017, I watched all of your videos. ( 2 or 3 ever day.) The videos that you made inspired me to start my own part - time Woodworking YouTube Channel. I started recording my first video in March 2017 thanks to you! I have enjoyed watching your videos and being a "Fan" ever since. As you build fun and interesting projects that are extremely well researched. I'm also HAPPY to think of you as an ONLINE FRIEND now April. I hope that's not too weird. ;) In either case, THANKS for all that you do April, and for INSPIRING me to start my own YouTube Channel !!! :)

[TheRich]

Not gonna lie....I saw the skylight balcony and I was sold!

This is gonna be fun! Love the multi episode builds like the outdoor space you created a while back. Gives me something to look forward to and brings you back to your original woodworking style.

😂🤗

[dodgev]

I always like your out of the box thinking for making life easier. Not just your platform but anchoring 2x4s to the wall for support. I feel like a lot of diy'ers would avoid that because of having to fix the holes. But in the long run that sturdy platform will save so much headache as well as be safe plus you're going to be doing drywall and paint work in the end anyway. So a few extra holes for improved safety and efficiency is well worth it. I am rather jealous of the amount of space you have as your jobsite as I'm currently doing a full gut job on a 50sqft bathroom. Not much material usage but barely enough room to turn around in and i still need many of the same tools as a your project lol. Lots of trips up and down stairs to cut materials and also using my daughter's bedroom as tool storage at times.

[olddawgdreaming]

Looking forward to watching this complete build April. Stay safe and keep up the great works. Fred.

[andycrawford]

My wife and I love your videos. You have given us many ideas for outdoor projects. Some I hope will take place over the next couple of years. Last year, we completed a stank tank pool with a wrap around deck and privacy fence. I still need to complete the skirting around the deck, but the right idea hasn't hit me yet. Keep the videos coming. Take care.

[yeetyeet]

Very cool. One of the things I really enjoy about your videos is you have a real eye for making the most efficient use of the space you are given.

[WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

A great way to get started!! Your prep work is amazing! The finished Library will be great. Thanks for sharing this first stage. Keep on building April!

[davethepak]

Great video - oh, yeah - dust. Just had a bunch of windows replaced in my open concept - and yeah - DUST EVERYWHERE - not a lot of fun to clean up.
I will have some more repairs done later - so nice to see the steps for prepping a space in your home.

thanks for the video.

[ButterBar]

You’re always an inspiration and think outside the box. But I have to ask a serious question…how is your golf game? Getting over that water and onto the green?!!!

[FredMcIntyre]

Nice prep work April ! ... The Library Loft looks really nice, looking forward to see how you put it all together... 😃👍🏼👊🏼

[louroberts]

Woo hoo! Well, well, look who's back! 😁 I hope you have been well and are doing fine. This is going to be an awesome project and I CAN'T WAIT to see the finished product! Have a great week ahead! God bless.

[Jones]

I said it before and I'll say it again, "You're awesome". Your videos are always inspiring and fun too watch. I look forward to seeing this project come together. 🤙🏾💯

[Ribby]

Having a job site nice and prepped is always a great feeling

[fredericrike]

Awesome! We've missed your big build tactics and results- starts with amazing and steadily improves.

[andrewlynch]

Love it. Just one little thing. Paint that outlet to blend. It draws focus

[ebikescrapper]

Dust extractor for tools and rooms is key, wood dust is not good for the lungs.

[BearCreekWoodworking]

I love all your BIG BUILD Series videos April! Even though I have been following this build on Instagram Stories, I’m excited to see all the cool details and products in this build! I already like how you protect your floors. Which is easy to overlook until it’s too late. Fun and Interesting Video! 😃👍👏

[kristincollins]

Everything set up on the tables in an orderly fashion makes my brain happy. I love how your brain works April.. it's like mine! ☺️

[timcottom]

I was just thinking I haven't seen a video from April in a few weeks, and here you are! I'm looking forward to the rest of the build!!! Timothy