Detailing, Nailing, Lifting Walls Ep.47

[@jillculpepper6940]

This is a good book. Does provide a step by step introduction to how to build things kzbin.infoUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 , also does offer some steps. Includes pictures to give you ideas for layouts and such. If you are looking for a guide, this is not exactly what you want. But if you are trying to familiarize yourself with the way that pole barn building and other out buildings, are made, then this will work just as you need it to. A few things in this book are a barn (of course), detached garage, storage building, and coops.

[@bartbug1]

Mate you are one Hard Bloke, swinging that Axe Hammer you are putting us young blokes to shame. Outstanding!

[@jamesbyrd3273]

I'm an old framer from the north orwgon coast. I'm 52. I have my 10 year old step son who wants to be a framer watching your videos, he loves them! I've been teaching him the same things you show but he loves the way you talk and describe the work.

[@TJCarpentryServices]

Hopefully you have him out working with you now!

[@freedomrealized]

You sir are the Bob Ross of construction. You’re easy to listen to, you only have nice things to say, and you’re just a happy guy. Thanks for these videos. Your easy going manner is something the construction industry desperately needs.

[@jchasew342]

Larry Haun is pleased. Watching Scott nails those top plates made me think of the late Larry Haun. Scott’s meticulous instruction to everything he does in a video sets him apart from everyone else. And Nate seems to capture it just right. Just an outstanding job!

[@jefferydrummond7027]

J Chase W - every time I’ve watched a Larry Haun video I want to scream at the screen “use a nail gun dummy!!!!” But god he could drive a nail like no other lol

[@Slomo878]

As an amateur with woodworker, i typically feel overpowered with the entire arrangement kzbin.infoUgkxrYREG3-7f1Aqk9ams3ZESRNzGnfdUtyQ . Be that as it may, this arrangements drove me through with much clarity and effortlessness woodplans. Works i now work like a genius. That is great!

[@fabianzeller9485]

Not gonna lie, it was incredibly satisfying to watch you driving in those nails with precision.

[@bigbob9702]

Fabian Zeller I framed townhouses in Detroit as an apprentice in the early 70s. We had a guy on our crew with a hatchet like what he used. It was a 30oz tool. Our boss expected one swing to set and one to drive. We had traditional framing hammers..24oz. We had coated sinkers and he took us off nailing if we couldn’t get into the rhythm of set, drive.; set, drive. It WAS great to watch you nail. I agree totally.

[@fredjohnson4772]

You must be an extremely boring individual... Just sayin

[@BayAreaMCs]

fred johnson you must not be a Professional Carpenter who does this everyday, otherwise you might appreciate the amount of knowledge and flat out skill this man has, because these days Carpenters like Scott are few and far between. Just sayin

[@fredjohnson4772]

@@BayAreaMCs silence dummy

[@antoniob3941]

@@fredjohnson4772 You ain't sht. It's easy to tell

[@barrysmith8193]

God bless you for showing how real western framers worked successfully. I used a Plumb rigging axe the whole time that I framed. It’s clear that you are the real deal by the look of your bags, your approach, and your attitude. I’m 75 building my own 10x12 shed. Got my bags out, my skil 77, and my nail guns, and I’m having the time of my life.

[@elliottalderson9349]

“After all, we like to play nice for the people coming along behind us” Scott, you summed it all up and you impart that sentiment in everything you do. We could only hope that others would adhere to those words.

[@abdulbanai6577]

im 60 build 2 car garage 11 years ago for myself and now building 3 car garage for my brother ,love your detail explanation and learned a lot .thank you for what you are doing.

[@imnotaloneheswithme7061]

I’m fairly new to your channel, but the more I watch, one thing rings true, your integrity. I was also unaware of this project being a community project. What a unique(I think) concept. You’re one of the few channels I’d trust implicitly I’m sure your customers would all feel the same way. Going back to some of your first customers. I’ve learned that word of mouth advertising has a valuable role to play. After taking a beating on a two story steal framed back porch. Finishing the job led to a years of work in the community that was in need of a repair man. Sorry, for the extended post

[@yougetagoldstar]

Watching that wall being raised was surprisingly satisfying.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Listening to the podcast makes me appreciate this even more.

[@edwardbrady8410]

Finish Carpentry is another channel I love here on KZbin. It's awesome that you watch this. Birds of a feather...

[@adambell2068]

If you want the best finishing touches in this house, fly this guy to Oregon!

[@alfredozambrano7641]

Nice seeing you here.

[@lebronjordan802]

Nice to see you here! I watch your channel too😁!

[@Realbabyjesus]

Lol, Richard should go in and help for interior, get Andrew Camarata in for final landscape, the KZbin crossover of ages.

[@afandou1966]

I don't think there is a better video of standard home building on the internet. Masterclass.

[@stephenroylance3958]

27:10 This is the clearest and most eloquent description of system thinking I've ever heard.

[@daakrolb]

Beautiful construction, BEAUTIFUL children running around! Keep that legacy going!

[@michaelthompson7570]

Like sitting in on a lecture from a wise professor! Truly entertaining while gaining a bucketload of knowledge

[@cavaleru31]

great comment

[@lancepriestley4894]

Ditto

[@mlt3258]

This is the third time I've gone through this collection. I'm hitting just the ones that interest me this time. 61 year old ex builder from Michigan. I'm from the teachings of, whatever you can put on that wall before you lift it, you do. Sheathing is a must, if 4 x 8 sheathing, then windows, siding and overhangs. Just the way I was brought up by my father. In the summers I was the saw man. Headers, trimmers, cripples, sills, stairs, and any and all rafters and all that was needed was a list I made from the prints. And yes, stairs at apartment buildings sucked. But I do miss it. Those were the days.

[@jamesdooley5194]

I’m a production framer and I learn so much from this. The podcast as well. I have a world of respect for the EC and watching these videos is like watching a modern Larry Haun. Thank you sir for taking the time to do this all and I strive to be half the craftsman you are in my future.

[@joecimbak3974]

You are my favorite teacher and I appreciate the old world craftsmanship. I also appreciate you being 61 - me too - I enjoy the fact that I also can work all day long still beside the young ones. Working smart not hard. Thanks for what you do. You give a lot for free. Cheers.

[@alexcampbell5371]

When handriving walls curl up pant leg it will hold handful of nails

[@RobertBeckk]

I wrote this down.

[@firstenforemost]

Or simply use a tool belt with a pouch for nails.

[@alexcampbell5371]

Oh dear Pant leg is closer to your hand when bent over

[@bennunyour4121]

It's easy to see you've spent a lot of time driving nails

[@SandBoxJohn]

@ Watch the old guys, I learned a hell of a lot through observation a hell of a lot quicker then anything else. For me it goes back to when I was in seventh grade health class in a lesson on mouth to mouth resuscitation. I was the only one in the class that simulated it correctly because I carefully observed instructors demonstration on how to do it.

[@brysondockrill4378]

@@masterspacetime2826 Care to elaborate?

[@Musabe009]

I love building with wood!! Something about it... I love looking at wood structures, love looking at trees, love the smell of fresh cut lumber and so many other aspects.

[@krismckenzie1802]

Scott, I'm 2 years younger than you. 35 years ago I was framing with a rigging axe too. I moved on to finish work, and now for the last 9 years I've been a foreman for a GC. I still find it satisfying to hand drive a wall together and stand it up... about twice a year! Look like your having fun with it. God bless.

[@kenkrugger]

I’ve worked on quite a few framing crews in my day and it’s rare to find someone with your knowledge and skill. Seems most guys aren’t interested in mastering tools and methods. Your videos are truly valuable. Thank you for passing on a lifetime of working knowledge.

[@bobbailey4954]

Kenneth Krugger I agree it's great to see a master at work even better when he takes the time to explain why he does what he does

[@kenkrugger]

Bob Bailey passing on your knowledge isn’t always appreciated in this field. There are a lot of twenty somethings that already know how to do it and aren’t interested in “old fashioned” ways. Eventually they figure out they were wrong or end up flipping burgers.

[@mrromantimothy]

@@kenkrugger youngsters get away with hallways that grow 3", walls off plumb or studs missing layout because the owners and the untrained eyes. don't notice any of that

[@kenkrugger]

mrromantimothy hahaha it all gets revealed when drywall and doors are hung. Not to mention trim.

[@WoodandBricks]

Kenneth Krugger agreed!

[@michaelmcmahon7347]

I’m grateful that Nate is up for capturing and producing this channel with you. I’m learning, I’m entertained, ... and I’m inspired. Cheers

[@Soleya9]

Even the deer enjoy watching Essential Craftsman.

[@estevatopanchovillacruz9969]

What amazing backdrop to work at. The mountain scenery at the work site is amazing.

[@alasdairmunro1953]

I see a real practiced hand with that rigging axe, Scott! Nailing by hand because it’s fun; the sign of a true craftsman.

[@teachergalhardo]

Great respect for your appreciation of specialized stores and people. You pay more, but you get your buck and more back in quality and service

[@jeavalos]

My first video that got me hooked on your channel was when you made that ramp on how to work more efficiently.

[@jandtlivinglife3130]

Same for me. I remember how he stood out from all the other KZbinrs. A philosopher carpenter.

[@GarwoodNick]

Yes there was something timeless about that video

[@stevetitsworth]

Same for me. That was the first video I saw of his too. Then I went and watched every video he had up.

[@michaelharvey4585]

One of my faves

[@trunkshvac3339]

As always scott and Nate you gentlemen are an encouragement in the seemingly mundane. And the quality of your commu location is rare. As a 30 something tradesman(hvac) and being a person who wants to be as good as 8 can be at my work. I am personally very grateful for the content and the work you both put into this. THANK YOU

[@brainstorm4207]

Another amazing video. God bless you and your family. Ive learned so much from you, and i'm sure lots of others have as well.

[@jacobusjohannescaspers4476]

BrainStorm4207 you’re right by saying that. Greetings from Norway Koos

[@schuylerclark5741]

Scott Wadsworth. You are a treasure to humanity and a living testament to quality and excellent craftsmanship. I appreciate all that you do and spread your message of composed of irrefutable intelligence to all that I possibly can. Thank you. Look forward to the movie about building a house

[@lordrichard8184]

I was kinda surprised to see that you didn’t sheath the walls when they were down. Especially since you used the jacks to raise the walls. I think it’s easier and faster to put the sheathing on while the walls are down vs when they’re a standing structure

[@alexfrederick9019]

Only time I didnt sheath and tyvek walls while they were laid flat was when we were using tall sheets. Whenever the sheet extends past the top of the wall to sheath the bandboard it is problematic.

[@lordrichard8184]

Alex Frederick essential craftsman recently put out a video explaining that’s why he did it that way. He used 10’ sheets of something. I forgot what material he used. But he was able to go top to bottom in 1 sheet which makes it easier to sheath and stronger.

[@blooblobification]

Me too. We usually squared the wall laying down and then sheathed it immediately. Made tying our corners together pretty much trouble free.

[@Mikey__R]

Thanks for the discussion! I'm coming back to this old video on the spec house as I'll hopefully be framing out my new workshop this summer. I'm thinking I might even fit the siding over battens on the back wall whilst it's lying down, since it's going up against a fence with no setback. (Permitted development laws in England.) Those wall jacks do look like a cheat code, I'll have to get a pair.

[@utester7505]

What a location to work! Can imagine on a nice sunny day working outside and looking at that view, can't be much better!

[@robbysteele]

you explain everything in perfect detail it makes the build even more interesting. thank you .UK

[@bobtexan592]

Really enjoying this..... You are so right about the 'real lumber yard' vs the blue or orange places. It broke my heart when i heard the local yard I'd dealt with for 40 years was closing from lack of patrons. I also recall the 'youngns' to the jobs asking why i carried an axe instead of a "real hammer". lol. I know several converts from using mine for half an hour. Now since my partial paralysis, this is as close as I get to 'my past life'. Thanks for that. I really miss the smells and sunshine on a daily basis.

[@roar40s]

Sticking a piece of ply either side of the sill will be of help to hang curtain poles later on.

[@WTLowery82]

Nothing better than the sound of nails being hand driven. Thanks

[@JayKayKay7]

I used a Plumb rigging axe out in SoCal for most of my carpentry career. We used to have a saying," Don't mess with me. I swing it for a living."

[@rwm3111]

Great to watch a craftsman drive 16d nails in two solid hits, I haven't see that in many years. Just shows a man can still build a home in a reasonable time period with the tools we all grew up with. I still have my buddies rigging axe he though my way, when he was forced to use nail guns in the 80's to keep up.

[@beniamincolta709]

I like all your episodes but this one is my favorite! There’s something special to see the little guy watching his granddad building a house! 👏I secretly hope Nate will move in the house and never move back to Arizona! 👀.

[@jcmase72]

Terminology is a game changer when trying to comprehend. You're as good at helping someone to understand as you're at working with your hands. Thanks for what your son and you do, it's been a joy following the best.

[@edwardbrady8410]

It's like Christmas everytime I'm alerted to a new video in this series.

[@w.w.8823]

Love seeing the children soaking up the experience on site. The memory of the house that their Grandfather built will be etched forever in their minds & hearts. Good work.

[@brettbooth9836]

It’s rare that I share my thoughts, however, the gift you’ve given me REQUIRES me to respond to your well thought out efforts. My father would be disappointed in me if I didn’t tell you how incredibly you’ve affected me in a positive way. So, thank you for sharing your wisdom and all the unseen and unmeasured energy that you, your team and your family have donated to my personal growth. Thank you from the depths of my soul. Please continue sharing you’re collective wisdom. It’s critical. Keep up the good work! B.

[@essentialcraftsman]

Thank you so much for this Brett...

[@HandymanHultman]

Watching you drive those nails in makes me smile up! Everyone that has used a hammer know that feeling when the material respond in that special stum way (is that even a word?), you all know what I mean! And the best of all is that you do it out of pure fun, after all these years (no offence). I'm a Swedish DIY:er and for the 6 month I've followed your projects I have learned a lot! Thank you for your wisdom. You remember me of a younger version of my grandfather that allways did his best to teach me stuff!

[@jeavalos]

Yes I am enjoying this build... I've been watching since you first announced it from smithing.

[@GaryT1952]

So well explained and beautifully filmed...I have enjoyed every minute of this series. I envy the family that eventually purchases the spec house, every process will be documented, a luxury that very few homeowners will ever have regardless of cost.

[@TheYonderGod]

Thinking ahead for how it will affect the next guy; good advice for any profession.

[@joseresendiz9884]

Good morning sir. Thank you very good tips. ..nice god bless you.. I really appreciate...

[@Natedoc808]

I no longer work for a GC in the trades, I work in medicine, but I have always taken the lessons learned in construction to the clinical setting. I’ve always taught the “why you do this, and do it this way” to our technical staff, and as a clinical instructor to the doctoral students on rotation. It always seems to stick and they can slowly begin to see the entire process from start to finish. I always tell young people who say they want to work in medicine and are starting out as a tech, that they need to work i. Construction or food service at least 1 year in order to best prepare to be an excellent clinician, otherwise they’ll “just be nailing boards or adding ingredients blindfolded”

[@TheTotalGourmet]

Makes my heart happy. I am the same age and sometimes the kids and grand kids say slow down. No way thank God I am healthy enough to work. The best man who ever lived told me one time "theirs nothing wrong with going to bed tired". That was my grandad who worked every day water skied better then all of us up in his eighty's

[@Jookyforever]

As an engineer we do place some value in the nails that go from the stud to the bottom and top plate. These nails hold the stud in place for wind loads that tend to suck the stud out of the house or push it into the house. It's less frequently thought of than the shear panels because the 2 - 16d nails code has been using for a long time I don't think have led to any failures. In high wind areas (or high seismic areas with heavy cladding) you might end up specify something like a Simpson A34 from the stud to plate instead of or in addition to the nails to deal with this larger load.

[@thoperSought]

that's really interesting! thanks for adding this

[@chipholland9]

Not an engineer (not that kind anyway) - but in the South you typically have hurricane straps that tie the roof trusses to the studs, and then the foundation. This prevents the wind from lifting the roof up, with destruction of the building following shortly afterwards. I believe they're code in Florida and coastal areas, but as Hugo showed in 1989, big storms can travel to the interior of a state, so they're a good idea even if you're not at the beach. Simpson sells products for this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYvKfoOQjNuXiqs

[@sweetiepienumber1]

@@chipholland9 Hawaii too.

[@mnframer]

@@chipholland9 Hurricane clips or the typical H2.5 is for uplift like your saying. Prevents the roof from pulling away from the walls or the walls pulling away from the foundation. The "sheer wall" isn't for uplift. It's to reinforce the walls from the lateral winds slamming against the house. You'll see an engineer call for "brace" or "sheer" walls at specific locations that could otherwise be a weak point in the wall. You'll even see them located on interior walls with quite a bit of engineering involved.

[@rogerbeck3018]

GREAT ADVICE! "go back and watch it again" - there is so much useful information in every one of your videos!

[@garrettstevens4383]

This series is already an extremely valuable resource. Thank you so much for “putting it together” with such care!

[@neilrankin4133]

Love your channel EC. You are the next generation instructor following the great Larry Haun. Thank you sir.

[@MistAtsiM]

2x6 is 3 nails in my neck of the woods. For every 2" they want additiona nail

[@sontwo3948]

Love this guy's videos. Found them last week and have been watching them all in sequence. Am retired now (a moving company, not a carpenter) but these remind me of my carpenter apprentice jobs in my 20s...how much my bosses were NOT telling me back then, and how much has changed and not changed. Oh yeah, this guy is really good with a hammer/axe.

[@dannyfresh6697]

I love this series. I'm not in construction at all; I'm a IT guy. However, this is so fascinating that I been tempted to get into construction and leave IT work completely

[@andrewcarr2431]

me too, we have been doing house rentals for many years and I want to get back to working with my hands full time rather than being a professional clicker

[@kylesexton6067]

dannyfresh I highly recommend showing up on a jobsite and asking to work for a day or two first. This guy makes it look really easy. Physically, it’s pretty challenging. And this is the first time I’ve ever seen anyone use jacks to lift the wall, we just pick them up by hand. It’s smart, but slow as hell.

[@kimnesvig254]

I just discovered this series, and as a person who learned carpentry from my older brother on the job site, and then moved on to other career paths, I genuinely appreciate the articulate and thoughtful presentation of the physical properties, the structural considerations, the skills, the processes and the interplay between between professions that go into building with integrity and quality. Its been a reawakening of satisfaction I first experienced as a teenager toting blocks

[@iggyandangus]

What you call a “trimmer” is called a “jack” where I’m from. Like a deck of cards has kings and jacks, so does a wall have kings and jacks.

[@ILikeWafflz]

iggyandangus Call them jack studs here too; though I'm not sure if that's south Texas (where we are now), or if it followed us from Michigan 20 years ago

[@cpad007]

I've always heard jack studs as well.

[@aarondantini235]

ILikeWafflz Are you in the south?

[@OtherTheDave]

I remember the This Old House people talking about jack studs, but I thought they were using that term instead of “cripple”. It’s been a while since I’ve seen it though.

[@Adamsadventures83]

We're call em jack studs here in Ohio as well. And what he calls a crown we just call a top plate.

[@Ethan-mv2un]

Love the tip about marking joists using your already framed template.. That's how you know he's done it the long way many times and has turned experience into wisdom 👍

[@frescoservice5124]

Love this channel

[@tyvanvleet]

Not currently living in the US, but every time I watch your videos it takes me back home there for just the amount of time that I need. Thank you for that. Not to mention all the awesome education that comes with it!

[@advantagemarine7305]

I had to laugh when you talked about measuring from the first stud, I messed up on my first stud wall and didn't allow for that, I got away with it when I hung the first few plasterboards but gradually ran out of room to screw into the studs and had to cut a few boards down, luckily it wasn't a huge wall but still, lesson learned! I watch your videos as an entertaining education tool. They're all appreciated sir

[@karl80126]

I finished our basement and had to nail in an extra 2x4 in a few places because I didn't know to even think about drywall at the time. It's amazing how things you learn the hard way stick with you longer than textbook learning.

[@MandoFettOG]

@h2s why is that?

[@MandoFettOG]

@h2s more stable because plywood resists movement from moisture changes? How do you install it between the studs? Do you just cut a 14.5 inch strip to go between the two studs?

[@7Bloodfire]

Framing is one of my favorite things in the world. It's soooo satisfying to watch the shape of a structure coming together. There is no feeling like it. Not even the finish work getting completed really comes close to it.

[@robertblackman3451]

I love framing houses, for me it was the look on the homeowners face at the end of each day. There is a lot of visual progress each day of framing. Very gratifying.

[@karenk4793]

Those jacks are very cool. This is my second time watching this series. I'm having a house built in the hills west of Willamina OR. I will be sitting there watching every building minute. I just need to finish up this mess in CA and get up there! Thanks for doing this!

[@wjthehomebuilder]

4:55 Larry Haun lives on!

[@neftcleft]

that's the code

[@wjthehomebuilder]

@@neftcleft Larry Haun is the code?

[@marcuschapelone8327]

Nailed it

[@benchippy8039]

That’s exactly what I thought watching him bang them in- ‘wonder who would win Larry or Scott?’

[@brianglade848]

Luan

[@saltydroog854]

This is truly better than even the legend Larry Haun himself. Because it's so much more than instruction, it's whole scope building. This series will go down in history just as Haun's videos did.

[@alm000]

Curious as to why no shear panels before the walls were raised??? Love this series, was totally stoked when I saw it in my feed, :)

[@13koolaid]

Have to stand it up and make it plumb in Both directions. Square on the ground doesn’t always add up to plumb and level once you stand it up. Also I have never used jack to stand up walls but I avoid extra weight where I can.

[@alm000]

@@13koolaid I figured they didn't have enough man power to lift it or they didn't want to get the sheeting wet. I like your answer better tho, LOL Thanks Oscar, :)

[@craigtate5930]

Its great to see a skilled craftsman at work. I spent so much time in austin TX watching far less skilled lets just say individuals that cant read a print and often speak little english. Most houses built these days are simply too complicated to be built by unskilled individuals. And least i not forget the amish builders in my midwestern location that are often not up to date on the latest technology in home construction. Great video

[@ToddKesler]

This makes me want to build a house again🤔

[@stipcrane]

Ha Ha! I feel better knowing that even intelligent guys like you can goof up the anchor placement for hold downs. I go over EVERY anchor and still goof up the arithmetic for at least one, which means a window gets shrunk an inch or two, or a door gets moved. Your video was a pleasure to watch. And partly because it featured framing without constant rain. I live near Seattle.

[@timfalardeau9753]

Next time you go this long without a house update, I'm gonna sue for emotional distress....

[@mattheizer8054]

Hello Scott and Nate, really love watching this house build. I’m a tile contractor in Northern California and even though it isn’t really my forte I, really enjoy watching and learning about the anatomy of the foundation and framing process. I’ll also be looking forward to further videos of the finish work! Also, I got a real kick out of Phil the plumber.

[@h4mh4m123]

The level of proficiency and professionalism is something to strive after

[@jacklawrence5226]

Made me understand the 'oh ya' that's why we do framing this way! Excellent video and explanation - years of experience show big time...

[@vzgsxr]

I couldn't imagine building a house without a nail gun. The old school carpenters I used work with - told me how they had to carry a bar of soap in their nail-bags to lubricate the nails before hammering them into hardwood. 😳

[@gerardoespinoza7202]

It was a pleasure watching this video and listening to all your advices, I’m planning to build a house this year and all your experience and wisdom are very well appreciate it, thank you so much for shearing. God bless you and your family 🙏😀

[@tigi111]

Greetings from Croatia, I have to admit that I enthusiastically watch your every video in the house building series, as a sponge I absorb every piece of advice, thank you for your hard work and great videos.

[@AugustKling]

Nice to see children on a working area.

[@Maverick423]

Where i am king studs have the same name, trimmers are called jack studs

[@TheFlatlander440]

Thanks for a wonderful vid Scott. See, that's the beauty of building a structure. We as humans are not perfect, lest some folks think they are. If we err on the side of perfection or imperfection, resilience and improvisation are a key to success regardless of the fault. We are human after all and that's all that matters as long as we realize that fact. Thanks again for sharing and cheers to a wonderful series. By the way, I wear your Stars and Stripes Anvil hoodie with pride.

[@ricktrapperriley2534]

Code here for 2X4” wall is 2 nails per stud and 3 nails for 6” walls.

[@thuntermi]

For end nailing 2x16d commons works. For all other nails (e.g. gun nails) you need 3 per IRC table 602.3 line 16.

[@mikehikes710]

You drive nails better then anyone I've seen. Love your videos good Sir! Keep up the great work!

[@bengraham5776]

Loving this series! I've been waiting so long for you to finally get to the framing on the spec. I hope your codes are different out there. Here in Michigan nearly all headers over 2ft require two trimmers (we call them jacks here) I believe this was a IRC 2015 change

[@thuntermi]

The same size opening can require 1 or 2 or even 3, depending on building size, 1-story or 2, snow load, etc. It's all spelled out in the header table (602.7)

[@davivu]

Sir, I just want to say thank you for these educational video. I’m a microbiologist, but from your videos I built my first Shed, wanted to say thank you.

[@charlesmiller5078]

So, no knee pads, I never used them until I was finishing a side walk, alot time on the knees, It took me several months to get back to normal. Now I use them all the time. Its really painful. wont be doing that again. I helped a friend frame Jim Walter Homes, And they did not allow Air Nailers on there jobs. Hand drive em baby. But were talking Mid 70s.

[@MandoFettOG]

I'm 30 and still everytime I see him kneel I cringe..

[@davidgagnon2849]

I have tried several brands and I've not liked any of them. They either don't stay in place or they cut off circulation to my lower legs. I imagine that's the problem Scott has had in the past or he'd be wearing them. Maybe some people just don't have the legs for them. LOL

[@charlesmiller5078]

@@davidgagnon2849 I have a pair of loose fitting jeans that I sewed a 4 inch by 6 inch foam pad into the inside of the jeans, used some old jeans for the material to put over pad on the inside. Its works great, and you dont even see them from the outside, you dont have to strap them on, but the jeans need to be loose in the legs for this to work. The foam needs to be a little more dense then regular foam, kinda like the foam you put on pipes for insulation. Tho the pipe wrap dosent work cause its set in its round shape. You dont need much to fix the problem.

[@davidgagnon2849]

@@charlesmiller5078 Thank you! I'll see what I can work out. And of course I'll have to figure out which jeans to make my "special kneeling jeans". :-)

[@grampacross7386]

Very very well done/explained. At least for me, someone with a little experience, a long time ago. I spent one summer helping and learning to frame a pretty good sized wood framed building. That peaked my interest and gave me a bit of background. You answered questions that I didn't even know I had. I've watched plenty (OK, a lot) of videos but this was the best 32 minute investment yet! Thank you sir.

[@badlandskid]

“Perfect! So we’ll accept it.” Loved that little quip.

[@turtleairships]

kindred souls!

[@vinnysmith587]

Pays to do things right the first time thats why it is important to pay attention to the details. So many people get caught up in speed and make preventable mistakes... First time quality is key! Keep up the great work

[@jragadio]

I’ve been waiting for this episode for a year now!

[@salarsoltani86]

I always forget to like your videos! This inspires me and gets me excited for work the next day

[@steeveaddkins3755]

Reminds me of the late great Larry Haun with his 22oz Deluge

[@Nightman2152]

Hand nailing for the fun of it! I hear you buddy! This video made me so nostalgic. I think I'm gonna build a shed or something tomorrow for fun. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work!

[@badlandskid]

Oh deer! You have visitors. 🦌

[@Ichabod_Jericho]

Finally!!! Actual building!! Real man work!!!