DIY kitchen island almost destroyed my marriage lol

2w ago1 min read

Watched some youtube videos and decided building a kitchen island would be a fun weekend project. It was NOT a fun weekend. First thing didn't fit, second thing was crooked, my wife kept suggesting we hire someone, I got stubborn, we fought about budget and my ability. Long story short took 3 weekends instead of one, cost way more than planned, but it's done and actually looks pretty solid. We joke about it now but in the moment she was not happy with me. Lesson learned on DIY projects communicate with your partner upfront about timeline and budget or you'll be sleeping on the couch.

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LLuke M.Regular2w ago

This made me laugh because I've definitely been there. The key is admitting early that you might need professional help instead of pushing through. Did you end up getting someone to fix it?

MMatt B.Regular2w ago

I feel like this is how a lot of DIY projects go lol. The enthusiasm is there but the execution gets messy. At least you tried right?

CChris M.Regular2w ago

Kitchen islands look easy on YouTube until they're not. The measurements, the leveling, the countertop sitting right. It's way more involved than people think. Hope you got it sorted out.

NNathanRegular2w ago

Oh no haha. YouTube DIY can be dangerous. I learned that the hard way with a bookshelf project that nearly cost me. How bad was the damage? Like relationship damage or actual kitchen damage?