Framing Basics: 6 Tips for Spreading Wall Plates on a Subfloor

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Framers Larry Haun and Scott Grice demonstrate how to efficiently lay down, cut to length, and tack down wall plates before assembling new walls.
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[@hiro111]

Larry Haun is such a legend. He was 79 in this video. He had complete mastery of every aspect of framing and construction. He's still humble, kind and respectful. He was still just showing up for work every day and getting the job done.

[@eddieash6189]

Died about 1 year later. RIP to a true carpenter

[@chillwill120]

Wow, he looks great at 79, I look worse and I'm not even 40.

[@randallace]

I’m 50 and in much worse shape - he was a legend and a loss to the world .... but he lives on in that he taught many others ..... his blood and experience surely flows thru thier tools as sure as we live .....

[@louloubydesign1926]

"If it is off a bit, life goes on." Enduring words of wisdom. Thank you, Larry Haun

[@creativetradesman6833]

That’s words of wisdom to live by, “its a little off, and life goes on” I love that! I find myself spending so much time trying to make everything perfect on projects and in the end it really doesn’t matter.

[@dylanmounsey7515]

I just found out Larry is no longer with us. I've been watching his videos for about three months now and framing for four. I think I might cry to be honest what a legend we've lost rip Larry

[@questionsexe3631]

I JUST found him today and also almost teared up when I read that he's gone! I'm very grateful to whomever decided to make these videos of him.

[@badronali649]

Just knew him that he passed away. A legend in carpentry.

[@daneli9770]

Really, I watch him at night for relaxing

[@daneli9770]

Man , God bless Larry

[@edzachary8657]

RIP

[@TheBullinamingvase]

Larry Haun, The best writer and teacher on framing that I have ever read or seen, salt of the earth, greatly missed. RIP.

[@Thevoiceoverguy6]

LOL. "maybe I will improve if i keep at it long enough" Awesome Larry

[@CowboySalamandr]

Such a legend, he was still moving around like a young man. Will forever be remembered as one of the greats 💯🙌🏼

[@pcranebmw]

I sure wish I could have framed houses with Larry. What a great person and teacher. He will be missed.

[@jakemacdonald6858]

The best guy of all,NO BS JUST DO IT ,OLD SCHOOL loaded with knowledge RIP BROTHER

[@NDB390]

What a wonderful man. I grew up in the trades and worked beside my dad and brother for many many years. Carpentry always gives me a since of pride and accomplishment. I really wish the world and High Schools would promote trades instead of college. Push a pencil or push a shovel... I chose the shovel and have no regrets. I made a lot of money and really hoaned in on the craft. From framing complex angles to finish carpentry, I love every bit of it, everyday. My dad always said: Like the ol saying goes, Find a job you love and you will never work another day in your life. RIP dad...RIP Larry

[@jasonknopp6440]

Your father was a very wise man.

[@georgekonii4739]

​@@jasonknopp6440I o no no no. J⁸m no by8 kids. Hi

[@HansyPants184]

Finally got up the balls this week to ditch the square and try eyeballing. So much time saved! Thanks!

[@kirkdunn1379]

Framing is rough carpentry....doesn't have to be perfect....trick is knowing which cuts are and which arent.....keep square and tape in bag as much as possible.....just not necessary for alot of the work

[@timmiller8495]

And remember, if it’s off a bit….. life goes on….

[@georgekonii4739]

​@@timmiller84959th9 no j no MO

[@johnoregan40]

We'll see Larry again in the new world where each will own what his heart impelled him to do just as it was intended to be from the beginning.

[@dagestanifive]

there will never be another man with this knowledge and capacity to teach. rest in peace these videos need to be preserved for ages to come

[@Guardducks]

Larry's hammer will forever hang in the frames hall of fame. Imagine the series that hammer could tell if it could speak, I'd love to be a fly on the wall.

[@liamjohnny335]

I do find this hard to watch knowing Larry has passed...but what a legend...even here just before he dies...old school.. complete mastery of his trade.... These fellas have gone now....just fellas like me now...not the same....makes me sad for the future

[@davkenrem]

I would have loved to work with that man for a few years, what an education that would have been.

[@j1bone]

"And if it's off a bit...life goes on" I recently came across Larry and I just cant get enough of the guy. He's a real beauty.

[@benlucio]

I like that he reverences Larry so much he stuttered when telling him about not nailing the plates together because of the plumbing. Even though he’s right, he felt like I can’t be telling this guy how to frame. ❤

[@mkflack74]

Just four months before passing away from lymphoma and joking about getting better at carpentry! An amazing man.

[@roxydog2004]

He's got at least 3 dvds out, Framing Floors, Framing Walls and Framing Roofs ,all great !

[@patmash]

What a legend!!! The absolute best framer ever to swing a hammer.

[@jeromegarcia5396]

He got that sniper swing... one hitter quiter lol

[@jhurley12]

Best framer ever.. HA!

[@juliosantos9289]

I accidentally found his videos on YT and watched them all from start to finish. It's refreshing to see a master at his trade with so much humbleness and humor! I can only imagine him chatting away at the jobsite and his brother Joe saying, "Yep!".. RIP brother!

[@marcotoni231]

as a carpenter I gotta say larry is a legend. he drives nails like a boss and has tons of knowledge.

[@stevejimmy3347]

Larry will always be a legend. I appreciate watching him work, and what I have learned from him. Rest In peace

[@michaels1326]

"And if its off a bit...life goes on." This guy was great. How many times do i get myself worked up over a heavy or light cut, just to realize it is no big deal once I make it work? Mr. Haun, we appreciate your willingness to impart your wisdom.

[@carlosmadeira3530]

Larry you are the one of the best framers in the entire world I love watching your videos rest in peace my friend

[@Resistculturaldecline]

People in the construction trades with some years on their bodies can truly appreciate Larry and other elders being able to do that for 60 yrs.

[@legendaryjayy24]

The guy helping larry was so fortunate to work with one of the greatest to ever frame

[@jasonpeterson9362]

“ It’s off a bit, life goes on” ... so much wisdom in that statement, senior.. R.I.P 2020 still very relevant good sir.

[@MoonglowAcres]

My son watched and learned from Larry’s videos before doing his Eagle Scout project. He seems like a real gentleman!

[@MegredyPhotoStudio]

The young guy was so lucky to have the chance to work with Larry ! So much to learn...

[@francisbarnett]

80 odd years old and still on the tools, respect. from the UK.

[@questionsexe3631]

He looks 40-50! Edit: For a carpenter, not a movie star. haha

[@dancar1660]

RIP Larry and Joe two of the best ever! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@peterm3964]

If it's off a bit ....life goes on . That's wisdom right there .

[@judogdawg]

Larry was an awesome carpenter, I read a lot of his books im so very sad that a man like that had to leave us.

[@alc2410]

Man to work with Larry Haun what a treat, glad his legacy lives on in his videos 🤗🤗🤗👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@adrcamacho1]

Always liked working with old school guys, good stories and learned lots of new things

[@danielbrown4429]

Watching this reminds me of working with my father-in-law. He was a builder, I was his apprentice. At times we chatted more than we worked. He has passed on. I miss him very much. This video makes my heart warm.

[@zkarner21]

Watching the Larry of Haun over the last several days has created a game changer state of mind for me. From this moment on I'm gonna scale back my habits of routine mathematics and reaching for specialty tools at work. It seems that with a general knowledge of yesteryear's carpentry methods and basic ingenuity put to practice that things can be profoundly simplified. The other guy in this video is a product of his generation , much like myself and thats nothing for us to be ashamed of. Three generations of cookie cutter construction creates an army of cook cutter carpenters ! But i have a feeling right now that there's gonna be a revival/renaissance coming soon where all of us youngblood guys will begin readopting these incredible standards of practice, then things will come around full circle and when we become old and gray we'll all be framing and nailing back together the American Dream just like Larry.

[@jellystrawberrycow]

Watching this in Australia. True teachers never die. From the comments I have seen they are seen all over the world. Good work men thank you

[@StayingBack71]

Larry truly was a gift from above....very humble and a selfless person. They don't come around like him very often.....

[@andytran4090]

So sad he’s passed away. I kept watching over and over his videos. What a legend. Thanks a million for posting his videos. I purchased all of his books. RIP Larry Haun.

[@lukesamson1726]

This is my first time ...what a legendary experience...thank you for your contribution to framing. sir...may your family be forever proud....

[@redcain97]

What I would give to frame with Larry.

[@adamdf101]

redcain97 I agree

[@larryp3641]

I remember watching the brothers on my apprentice stages 25 yrs ago. Every single move was calculated without missing a beat. They were the best framers over ever seen.. I personally get bored and jump around a lot, finish, drywall, metal stud, concrete then wood again.. so I've never been the best on the job just another swinging dick. But I've had a great career

[@georgemartinez8434]

I believe he passed away already, sad but true

[@meanasscobra]

@@georgemartinez8434 passed away in 2011

[@dammionpeaks2209]

👍👏👍A WEALTH of knowledge!!👏👍

[@onlygazza]

I've read all larrys books and it's what learnt me my trade and got me through being an apprentice. Brill tips and would of loved to have worked with him for a day or two, legend 👍

[@Officialmryuck]

Larry is a legend. Thank you for everything you've shown us and your family. Great man you will be missed by many

[@slicktype001]

Larry is truly a Master at his craft. Such a cool cat.

[@gary35566]

if its off a bit......life goes on...,,,,,,,,,

[@robbob4872]

close enough for government work...

[@shannonwyatt1286]

He was savage as fuck.

[@shannonwyatt1286]

@@robbob4872...theres a man that works with me that says that.

[@shannonwyatt1286]

@Quantum resonance Frequencies that might be a nation wide thing dude...we say that in wv as well.

[@jonathanmurray5538]

Shit framing dudes are right onspeck ther3e bad ass framers I wish I SAS half. As fast as they are I'm disabled I could not come close. Dàm sàm I wish I could build mid size house I live in à little house two bedroom one ebath. I'd like to add a floor ànd extend into the backyard get rid of all the grass so I would not have to. It it anymore and turn it into a parking lot and another house?

[@johnsmith-wc8gs]

one of the coolest guys ever. he's top of the list of people I'd like to work with. sadly he is gone

[@82crowder]

I'm fortunate enough to be a Haun style framer taught to me by my father.

[@cuttheknot4781]

Larry is legendary. I cannot believe he is still framing in his 80's. No one has taught more carpenter's than Larry - what a true stud.

[@JohnDoe-pt8vt]

"what a true stud" ?! Are you a homosexual?

[@helenrenee8105]

he died in 2011

[@ipanzerschrecku4732]

The old tutorial videos with Larry and Joe framing up a house hammering in 16 pennies by hand and working faster than a modern crew will ever do are just amazing. Modern nail guns are faster for you an I but much more expensive and more cumbersome than banging in a nail. Also it looks like a good workout especially when they're on top of walls or framing up and entire roof joist, rafters, purlins and all.

[@claymack1109]

It always amazes me how all those nails are holding that entire house together

[@Gcal1956]

I cant figure out why but I spent so much tome watching his videos the last few weeks and find them so interesting and motivational. Makes me wanna build a shed to start and see how well I can do with all this new found knowledge. Extremely educational and motivational and most of all he is a great confidence builder.

[@Awegner176]

What I would give to spend time working along side Larry Haun... so much respect.

[@Pete-from-Tn]

Have watched this video many time's. And still pick up something from it each time. Mr Haun was for sure a Master.

[@pantherplatform]

Hell yeah, Larry Haun! I wish he was still around to show us how its done. Rip Larry

[@mcbridecreek]

In the Early 80's, lots of older guys had rigging axes or california framers with welded claws. For many years I used a old 24 oz. Plumb rigging ax a long handle and dremel cut waffle face. I used it for floor joist and for setting rafters/trusses. In between, I used a 21 oz. Dalluge. Both hammers had electrical tape just like Larry taught me!

[@dancar1660]

Larry was one of the best ever. RIP!

[@2010stoof]

When skilsaw was still made in America :-( And when Larry was still teaching the young framers :-( RIP Larry. Your knowledge is legendary and will live on.

[@izatafactnow]

I’ve now seen about 4 or 5 videos with this man at work / teaching He is amazing and his passion and love for his work and co workers seeps through in every nonchalant honest scene He is wonderful and true to his “cause” of being Cheers and may you carry that hammer on the next leg of existence... if any

[@audleyboyd1]

That must have been awesome to work with him. I could tell how much respect you had for him.

[@debnelson8127]

I love watching Larry work. He’s amazing

[@maknaveen]

So glad I was able to watch his videos. Great man

[@ryanbrown5993]

sad to see such a legend gone

[@jonathanjuillerat9831]

I would absolutely enjoy spending time with these guys. The skills that you could learn from them would last a lifetime. True craftsmen are a dying breed.

[@michaelst.george9856]

Thanks for the video. Larry makes hammer nails look effortless

[@brianfrancisco5852]

Love watching Larry work!

[@renegadedouglas8927]

Drive those nails Larry!!! Your the boss! I am sure he is building wonderful things in heaven. Using a iron hammer covered in gold.

[@jasongreek2342]

17 years of working on residential builds... I've never seen framers lay out the plates first. Theyd just build the walls and stand them up as they go. Interesting. Good way to easily ensure things are straight and even. If they all fit when theyre laid out, theyll fit when theyre framed. I like it.

[@stevecollins8261]

Okay my favorite man in building and as a person! now I am sad so sorry he is gone , what a carpenter and a blessing of a man!

[@richardsteven3935]

Love how he cuts without a square it really god to use when you get use to it. His hints and tips are the best.

[@FISHBREATHH]

It's fun to be watch and be around a guy like Larry, comfortablw with his self and still working, No wasted movment thats what being quick is all about.

[@Geo-vw9oz]

"If its off a bit, life goes on" probably my favourite line

[@FranciscoMartinez-zv2rw]

“and if it’s off a lil bit, life goes on” I’m gonna start saying that lol

[@whit6282]

told my forman that and he sent me home wtf?

[@nickfehrenbach382]

@@whit6282 😂😂😂

[@andytran4090]

@@whit6282 It’s 2:08 in the morning and I can’t keep myself from laughing🍻 after reading your comment.

[@tater0909]

I wish I knew 1/3 of what he knew about building. Love watching these videos. Thanks Larry.

[@0000kris0000]

What a guy! Absolute pleasure to watch!!

[@benhart6169]

Great framer!love all his videos RIP larry. you where the best.would have loved to frame with you and learned from you.

[@shannonthomsen2769]

well put!

[@alonzomartii]

He was not a framer he was a house builder.

[@randallace]

“ if it’s off a bit ......... life goes on “ Brilliant!

[@mikecfly]

I love these guys. You saved me so much time

[@jasonbell5152]

Watch Larry in this video series, intensely, how he two-hits the 16d nails. 16d, 3.5" ardox framing nails are way superior to pneumatic nailers. Line both kinds up on a 2x4 and saw through with a SawzAll. The 16d puts up a fight, the pneumatic concedes in a heartbeat. I never use nailers except for trim. Haun's nailing is accuracy and momentum. It's really not that fast or hard of a whack. It's the arc swing of the long handled Vaughan framing hammer coming down square on the nail head. One, two, done. It's getting square-on contact that's hard to get good at. If you try to kill the nail at a hundred miles an hour, you'll miss or mangle it. Just takes a relatively casual, fluid arc swing biased to accurate hit, and you'll see the 16d drives in halfway home in PT. Haun used to hammer all day and didn't tire out. One more identical hit and it's in. Move on to the next. He's got the nails bundled in his hand, nail heads up, production line ready. Every movement is predicated on maximum time and resource efficiency, making progress. No dithering around. Angle grinds the claws to stab and move lumber, no bending down. He was a machine.

[@AJPlaysTodayandAJBuilds]

+Jason Bell i believe he used a 21OZ dalluge, not a Vaughan.

[@Intelligent_investor]

3 1/4 he uses 16 penny sinkers

[@SchindleSkater]

One-Hit-Haun

[@AnguishedMan]

cringe 😬

[@danieli.verdin3141]

I found out about him through carpentry school 9 months ago. Really showed me how to be an efficient carpenter.

[@therealoxitsworththeart9637]

One love Larry H. True legend

[@rahayes68]

20+ years framing, finish and cabinet making... i do not know it all. i love this watching this stuff.

[@ahmedalwaisy]

I love his humbleness... Great man with real skill!

[@ahmedalwaisy]

"You know how to do this".." you're probably better than me"... golden skills but very humble!

[@louisjov]

Does Fine homebuilding have a playlist with all their videos that feature Larry Haun? Seems like a must

[@josephmckay9046]

truly amazing Man.

[@francisbarnett]

Respect to Larry, 80 odd years old and still lifting and framing timbers. Francis Worcestershire UK

[@judgedredd8657]

Master Framer at work

[@RayRayGrt]

gotta love the small knock at Scott for using the square hahaha love this guy. Unbelievable talent

[@StayingBack71]

At 79 or 80 years...It's ok to drop a nail or 20..........Larry refined Integrity with his hands since the 1940's......Not too many left like him. Thank You Larry and Joe for your Work Ethic and Time...RIP

[@2Phast4Rocket]

Larry was showing the young gun how it's done.

[@chapelking1444]

I do framing for a living and lemme tell you this guy may not be the fastest but damn he is good, and with a fucking hammer. R.I.P. Larry

[@arturoviva5718]

He's was working slow because he was he was making an Instructional video. But I bet you that nobody was or are Faster than Larry and his Brother Joe. R.I.P Bought of them.

[@TheDarkhorse82]

pretty sure he had a record for house framing.. quote: "are a 34-unit building framed in four days and a 100-unit building framed in 13 days. The 100-unit building went from ground­breaking to tenancy in three months. "

[@mrboby5]

Hola amigos, buen video y que bueno que Larry guíe estos videos un gran carpintero . Un abrazo y saludos

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

Most people his age can't even bend their knees anymore...Larry was an amazing person and carpenter!

[@sealteamryx6758]

Lol "maybe ill improve if I keep at it long enough!" What a bad ass haha he seems super nice too

[@khmerfreedom7441]

We love your show and knowledge

[@Donnybrook10]

4 months before he passed away. We lost a legend. Salute Larry.

[@SuperWayneyb]

What a great older tradesman. :)

[@shannonthomsen2769]

exactly!

[@LordVoltRod2c]

Listening to one hit wonders while playing video games and watching one hit wonders when studying framing carpentry, interesting. Larry can sure drive some nails!

[@docfate]

Larry is a machine!

[@cobone04]

Larry is one of the greats..Old school tough and as hard as the nails that he drives....RIP Larry.