Installing PLYWOOD WALLS (instead of DRYWALL) in the Not So Tiny House

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[apdj]

Even though I'm not a fan of the look, I can't help but admire the amount of work and creativity that went into this.

[Christopher_Gibbons]

Best part is, if you ever have to do any maintenance behind the walls, no cutting holes. Just unscrew the whole panel, and put it back when you are done. No, lumpy drywall. No, repainting.

[Wordsnwood]

Yup, it's not my style, BUT, it does look well done and there's lots of interesting techniques used. Cool job, Johnny.

[MsrApple]

The light plywood looks much better than the darker in the other room. The weather stripping for the contrast in the reveal was a cool take on Scott Brown's original painted edges.

[bobpizza]

As much as I hate doing drywall, after watching this, I'd rather drywall for sure haha

[hyitsrachel]

I honestly love the combination of plywood and drywall. It’s such a different and unique look, but it still looks modern. Excited for the next video!!

[BillWalters]

I love the idea of using plywood instead of drywall with tape & mud. If you need to access the wall or an electrical box, you can remove that panel, do your work and re-install it. Smart!

[ericfraser]

I have used those magnetic box finders, the ones with rough in (empty) electric boxes they were spot on and made router the opening cake.

[erictompkins]

If you have the plug mark, and you are trying to put usb chargers in the wall, but they dont fit, temp swap a regular outlet that fits into the location. The box size and location doesnt change.

[matsler]

So as someone who has worked a LOT with this type of plywood I cannot see this looking any better in person than what it does on this video. Also if anything scratches the finish you will ALWAYS see the dent, mark or scratch.

[NoxiousNoodles]

Hmm I'm still not convinced by the look. You are right that it looks clean and modern, but I can't get over the shed vibes.

That said, you've done it really well, not sure it could be done any better than you have managed.

[ahagan]

Love it, turned out beautifully. It may have been a pain to do, but IMO it was absolutely worth it.

[Rompestromper]

love the ply walls. I live in my camper and all walls also have birch plywood (though I think mine is slightly lighter trees but I would have loved some of these dark lines in it).

[mannymccray]

Not a look that’s for me but I can appreciate the effort and craftsmanship required. It looks mint.

[T.E.P.]

I like how you prep ahead of time for success …. Cool idea and fun experience figuring out those details. Bravo !

[jvwukty]

Wow, you guys complicated this process a lot.. plywood is much easier to put in the drywall just keep it simple and then paint it white

[debybrooke]

WOW!! all that hard work sure paid off. Looks Awesome!!

[silverbackag]

I’m building painted plywood panels for (some) of my workshop, but I’m adding 5/8 drywall glued to it on the backside (I’m adverse to fire) and am going to to make face frames to make it look like wainscoting. I’ll attach the frames with rare earth magnets. Pop the face frame off, unscrew, and bam, access to the wiring and plumbing. Not doing it everywhere, but in strategic locations.

Other locations will get construction grade plywood behind drywall….extra strength plus extra fire rating, plus ability to screw into anywhere.

A few areas with get painted car siding (nickel gap) over the top of the drywall. A little goes a long way. I know the shiplap craze has run its course, but I still think it looks good…in a shop.

[Fixthisbuildthat]

Lots of work, but man it's paying off, Johnny! I like how you matched up the dark grain in the living area. That looks slick. 💪

[JonathanPajakLensCulture]

if yall dont like this video up, what a shame. I have done this before and its exhausting! Awesome video bro!