Framing Floors and Stairs with Larry Haun

Watch legendary house framer Larry Haun as he demonstrates how to build the floors and stairs for a modest-size house. Larry produced this video in 1992 with the Taunton Press and Fine Homebuilding Magazine as a companion to his book "The Very Efficient Carpenter" (amzn.to/2LCVOW9). Some of the details and tools have changed over the years, but there's still plenty to learn from Larry as he walks you through the entire process, from material handling to layout to cutting and final assembly.
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[@chadsummers7981]

The Bob Ross of framing. Absolute legend.

[@romanvalderaz2425]

@@user-yr7jp7ip4thow so?

[@realemonful]

Never lol... Bob Ross takes his time to make it look good. This guy just hacks it together. No pride!

[@S.C.S_Construction]

@@realemonfulwhere’s your book you do realize this guy framed 1,000 plus houses which you will never see again don’t talk sh*t with no logic there’s a reason Fine homebuilding has him listed as the best framer in the business till this today. Here you are some nobody on KZbin😂

[@realemonful]

@@S.C.S_Construction I framed for WAY too long and that is why I quit. Having said that... This guy is a hack'n slash framer, little buddy... lol

[@realemonful]

What kind of "construction" do YOU do, by the way? Cut grass?🤣🤣🤣

[@claytonkr05]

This is 1000 times better than any movie or show release in the last 10 years.

[@EXDna]

10? Man, nothing beats this on tv, ever!

[@Rudimentary007]

I was just thinking 🤔 the same as I scrolled passed your comment.👍💪🇺🇸 I love learning about this work of art.

[@incorrect1844]

This was the America everybody wanted to emigrate to :)

[@angelorabago4719]

Nah Fr even Americans 😭❤️

[@growingfats7704]

It’s crazy bro I was thinking the same thing. I truly appreciate an American with skills it’s hard to come across. All immigrants with any physical skill is taking over

[@SplashyCannonBall]

@@growingfats7704that’s because Americans are homosexual and obsessed with tele-vision.

[@SplashyCannonBall]

I bet they didn’t vote democrat like you do.

[@madboyslim]

I'm an immigrant and I learned framing from his book and videos. His legacy never dies

[@cwday]

I worked with Larry and his brother Joe in 1987. We made over thirty training segments for the California Carpenters. I lost track of him and didn't know he made his own video/book series. But I am not surprised at all. From my view, the man was/is the genuine article. His work and his life were in sync. I'm delighted to see this master is still inspiring others. I remember him planting a 16 with one hit, but tapping a couple more times to stay in rhythm. He really does make it all look easy.

[@dusttinfinn6583]

That is amazing. I would have loved to meet him. I am building my house right now by myself, still in the framing process, and Larry is who I refer to whenever I’m stumped. He’s a legend in my mind.

[@davidjay8573]

Im a carpenter out of 713 Alameda County. happy to say that they still show these exact videos in class through apprenticeship. we would always talk amongst our self's about how bad ass it would have been to learn and work side by side Larry. Also thanks for making some material for the rest of us to learn from

[@leeboudreaux6698]

What type hammer does he use and weight?

[@dusttinfinn6583]

@@leeboudreaux6698 I’m not 100% sure but I can drive one with an estwing 22 0z framing hammer.

[@bkh1324]

@@leeboudreaux6698 like a dalluge framer or a California framer style probably a heavy at that 28 or so

[@markuschelios6891]

Larry died on October 24, 2011 after a long battle with lymphoma. RIP, Larry. Your instruction lives on in your students.

[@Reub3]

If it weren't for the lymphoma. this man would of lived well into his 90's. the guy is beast.

[@stalinschicken3432]

@@theseattlegreen1871 you fail to see a master.

[@lucekannin9952]

@@stalinschicken3432 I agree. Larry, an awesome builder. A Master at work. It's just beauty to watch him implement his knowledge and teach. You can tell he is very skilled at his trade even when he arrives at the site. Some men demand respect, some men command respect. Joe is the latter. We needed more men like him around.

[@lucekannin9952]

@@theseattlegreen1871 His helper is his brother. They have an inner understanding how to work well together. His brother, a master builder too. Larry credits his brother often. Maybe Larry speaks for them both. Why repeat what has just been said?

[@elonmust7470]

@@theseattlegreen1871 You'll learn that in rough carpentry, like framing buildings, speed equals efficiency.

[@thegreatders344]

This guy was the hero of my high-school framing class. We'd always see who could sink a nail in the fewest hits to see who deserved the title of "Larry Haun" for the day

[@dusttinfinn6583]

Legend. After losing my 1st house in a hurricane I decided to rebuild but really wanted to do as much as I could myself in an attempt to be mortgage free. Whenever I get stumped I refer to Larry and his videos. I’m still in the framing process but it’s going well. 1st floor complete and starting on 2nd floor.

[@rockers2rockers616]

@Dusttin Finn how is your build coming along?

[@dusttinfinn6583]

@@rockers2rockers616 slow but steady i guess. I have a video of some progress posted on my KZbin

[@gaboonviper2440]

@@dusttinfinn6583 I wish you alot of luck in rebuilding your home.

[@mattgeiger8247]

You sir are a banks worst nightmare, they can't make any money off you if you don't take any from them.

[@monke980]

Where do you live while you build it 🤔

[@khaledahmed2847]

Stumbled upon this video and didn't stop once while watching.. kinda therapeutic

[@every_thing_wood1251]

Can't believe this was all without nail guns man. Respect to these guys

[@sharonnewby3426]

Reminds of my Dad This is how Dad built houses.

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

it was a different time, and i came 8 years later

[@jimmyschmidt14]

reminds me of my grandpa.

[@realemonful]

My first few years of framing, starting back in the 90's, most framers hand nailed everything, and it didn't take any longer than gun nailing, providing you knew how to use a hammer lol... Not just 1 guy, like it mostly done with guns, but everybody would nail

[@ffletch5277]

Larry was 61 yo during this filming...climbing all over like a cat without knee pads or rope belt.. amazing

[@TomasUjhelyi]

Pretty sad to see how lazy young men are these days along with the arm length of safety courses and certificates you have to sit through and obtain before even setting foot on a worksite

[@theworld5937]

Wow.. amazing. This guy is so good at what he does. He could have made the Ark in a few weeks.

[@LiterallyxMe]

@@TomasUjhelyi wouldn’t say that. This guy is amazing but die super young because of how hard they beat themselves up

[@Heopful]

​@@LiterallyxMe Larry died 80yo

[@tamikad3535]

61??? Wow

[@tumbleweed1976]

I’m not a carpenter, or even in the trades, and have watched this series multiple times. What an art 🎈

[@SweeturKraut]

Same here. I can’t explain why, but these lessons bring me peace.

[@brycemcmartin3094]

I’m an electrician and this is definitely what the trades are all about taking pride in what you do!

[@libraiis]

I was at trade from being 15 until I was 72 and Larry was as good as they come. Not only was he a master but he could teach it and that is very rare.

[@zorroonmilkavitch1840]

I agree I had a teacher that drove me to hitchhike home a couple times

[@BenSamaChan]

So this guy's (was) a pretty big carpentry figure?

[@BenSamaChan]

@Creamapera he really seems to know his stuff! I just dont have any real frame of reference!

[@brianrayburn2125]

@@BenSamaChan Now you have a frame of reference. Larry Haun is the best and always to code!

[@js4187]

@@BenSamaChan Your frame of reference should be this , not a group of guys setting preframed wall panels and trusses with cranes . Not to take too much away from their work , but thats not framing .

[@josefaudoa7982]

I feel peace in my life when I see these videos

[@moonradersix7531]

It was sad to hear Larry passed away….may he Rest In Peace. I watched these videos for three months while drawing plans to build a cabin off grid. I can’t thank Larry enough….no experience in construction and had my little cabin built in 5 days back in 2015. Still standing and even added a kitchen, shower, and just built on a new master bedroom. Thank you Larry…you were a great teacher.

[@HoveyFarms]

He makes me feel like I can build my own home

[@dusttinfinn6583]

I am doing just that and it’s going well. I refer to Larry’s videos whenever I want to do something I’m not too confident in. It might not be as quick, but I can tell you doing it yourself comes with a ton of advantages and satisfaction in the long run

[@genx7617]

Funny, I watched his videos and built my house in 2007.

[@matthewkline7842]

This guy still makes it look so easy he’s like the framing god of framers

[@SgtJohnRemairez]

I mean this guy can drive a nail in one swing practically...so he's probably an expert lol

[@roberthitchcock6086]

That's because he is! LH 🙏

[@CurvedSlightly]

Larry's cuts are still used today to calibrate squares.

[@codygallik2261]

Hahahahahaha

[@dudemcmann6936]

I can't say for certain this is #1, but it's certainly in my 10 best comments in the history of KZbin! Ha!

[@lyricalcell9771]

chuck norris is here wtf. is larry batter?

[@michaelstrutzel7562]

@@dudemcmann6936 it nice

[@hi-it4cg]

NnKNNMIK m Zmms Zero. M

[@barhive]

This guy is incredible. The speed at which he works shows how experienced he is. I’ve never seen someone so skilled with a circular saw

[@emundmisser3138]

B,

[@danieldrinkwalter2393]

Or at nailing,one tap to set the nail and a single swing to drive it, tap, drive...tap, drive, ..... I get nailing envy every time i watch one of his vids.

[@Zippo050]

Because he uses a skill saw.... budumm tss.

[@frankmains5698]

Ye, never seen me! Just joshing.

[@DrRamsammy]

I wish every teacher and professor can see Larry's performance in lecturing using real-world examples. This is by all means the highest level of a professorship.

[@jamieflynn4277]

P

[@thankyouJESUSkingofkings]

Would of been an honor to have met or hired him. Great fella

[@user-yr4no2fx3c]

Was grateful my construction technology professor showed me this video, was fascinating to watch him be that good when I didn’t know a damn thing about building things

[@MA_s7167]

@@thankyouJESUSkingofkings kpul

[@danv8718]

"That's pretty bloody incredible. I'm sorry I ever questioned your ability to measure." :) I love this man

[@QualityInnFrontDesk]

Im probably on my 7th time watching this series from Larry Huan and i just learn more and more.

[@davidsahakyan4204]

Larry and joe are insane carpenters. As a carpenter myself I know the difficulties but this guy makes it look so effortless. Absolute Demi-Gods at the their craft.

[@paulinnc]

Larry is the man. I read his book and have been watching the videos and I have to say all around he is the best framer I've ever seen. People need to remember that when this was made Larry had already been framing for almost 40 years. In his book he talks about starting out before people even had leather tool belts and power tools, using a rigging hatchet and filing down the blade and attaching the claw off an old Estwing hammer, giving rise to the California framing hammer. Most modern framers owe a lot to Larry Haun even if they have never heard of him, they use a lot of his techniques.

[@magaan4717]

impressive

[@tedjaramillo6530]

Absolutely correct.

[@tedjaramillo6530]

Absolutely correct

[@jorgemontefusco650]

I’d let Larry frame for me any time any day. Seen some hacks calling themselves “framers” but nobody can hold a candle to Larry. R.I.P.. Larry. You were the best.

[@batman1902]

I am 17 now I aspire after I get out the Marines to build some houses Pretty excited got some cool ideas

[@Foxtrot1967]

In the mid 90's I witnessed a framer working on the roof of a 3 story house fall through an open section where the stairwell was and onto the concrete slab below. This was caused by another framer using the plywood that covered the stairwell for another section of the roof. Miraculously, he survived. Start slow and careful and don't be in a rush. Speed and efficiency comes with time & experience.

[@tanner6538]

His name wasn’t Dave B., was it?

[@chrisboonstra5108]

Why is this series so calming and addicting to watch and rewatch

[@bkh1324]

I think Larry had a real gift of talking to you or me on the same lvl and not looking down his nose at what you don't know. It's an endearing quality. Also it's always a joy to watch master make it look easy.

[@tonyalways7174]

The most skilful carpenter I’ve ever seen. I come back to his videos every now and then for inspiration and entertainment as I watch in awe. As someone remarked on another of his videos: he and his wingman never used a nail gun because they didn’t want it to slow them down 😂. A true legend wth a legacy that will live for ever 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@karenmurley2336]

Tyiuy

[@BenJustice13]

John Henry

[@markfoster3650]

The speed and accuracy that Larry would drive those nails is breathtaking. I have driven a few nails in my time but have never seen anyone quite able to do what he could.

[@RELAXnRENOVATE]

This is common among skilled craftsman. After years of swinging a hammer its pretty easy to sink a 16d with just a tap and a swing.

[@Dom-zk1sg]

0:00 Introduction 4:00 Checking for Square 4:50 Sills 13:40 Girders 17:08 Rim Joists 20:30 Joists and Blocking 29:48 Framing the Bay Window 35:21 Sheathing 44:08 Sheathing 46:48 Joisting over longer spans 48:49 Straight Flight Stairs

[@Christeky]

At 38:50 Larry says to Joe: "That's bloody incredible, I'm sorry I ever questioned your ability to measure." As an Australian, it is refreshing to hear an American use the word "bloody" as an emphatic adjective. I am sorry to hear that Larry is no longer with us. He is obviously very skilled and experienced. I understand he spent a lot of time and energy educating others. God bless.

[@scottmacleod8790]

I cackled up loudly at that moment because then I thought I knew him. As lovely teacher he is and softly spoken he is. You can just tell he is as tough as they come! With ever cut and every nail. I could almost flinch with the pain he might be feeling. He sure can swing a hammer and some. Soo awesome to watch, great video!

[@sabertig3489]

Respect, respect, for these fine gentlemen carpenters....honorable, hardworking, dedicated....humble...

[@banyantree8618]

I must have watched this series a 100 times over the past few years. Both informative and a form of relaxation at the same time.

[@LC-qi5ff]

Yes very true

[@seangreene64]

Banyan Tree your not alone. It’s like therapy.

[@SteelCurtain_90]

I've been framing for 30 years and watched this video for first time just to see how different Larry's technique is from mine. Not too proud to admit, I learned a few things today. Larry is indeed a great carpenter. I appreciate how he emphasized working within a rhythm at a comfortable pace. Typically there are deadlines when building, so it's important to stay busy so that work gets done,. Yet also keep in mind that "haste makes waste" and trying to rush or go too fast can end up with having to do things twice correcting mistakes. Rhythm is important, learn it first then speed will eventually follow.

[@primehomeinspects]

@@SteelCurtain_90 My dad taught me carpentry from the time I was old enough to carry a brick or pick up a hammer. One of his common sayings was, "The hurried-er I go, the behind-er I get."

[@danpinsonault3216]

@@primehomeinspects please

[@coloradomountainman8659]

I've been framing custom homes (amongst all the other inherent wood working skills) since 1973. Still going strong. But this Larry and Joe are in another class by themselves. Even an old timey carpenter such as myself continuously learn from these two. And yes, I too can "finger" nails for hand nailing, but I must admit, not nearly as fast as these guys. And great video. Not interjected with annoying background "music" like 95% of other KZbin posted videos.

[@Ianbond21]

​@@user-yr7jp7ip4tpeople like you are the reason this country is failing. Arrogant d bags

[@nickolemusl9622]

​@user-yr7jp7ip4t I think he means he can still learn more nuanced things from larry as opposed to learning the basics rofl. I mean the cunts one of the best to do it.

[@pallmall5495]

Ahh the good ol days when you could afford a board.Great video and Larry took great pride in his work.

[@davidthomas-newjerseyrealt9420]

Ridiculous how good this guy is. I smile in awe every time I watch his videos.

[@John-ih7gp]

Larry be the one doing all the talking. Joe getting down to the brass tax

[@KM-cm1jp]

My brother, and I have been framing/working construction for almost a year now, and man that stuff is so much fun. I love my job.

[@evilash570]

My carpentry teacher made the class watch Larry’s videos back in 1993-94, and they have stuck with me to this day!

[@aoscustoms2999]

I was finally able to watch this and fully understand everything. Had to watch it 3 times, first time in January, second time in February, and now in June. They really do make it look so simple, it’s fascinating.

[@user-vl2vm8ev6w]

I was a Tradesman and then I joined the Canadian infantry and fought in Afghanistan and now I run my own small home renovation and Landscaping business. These two are very impressive tradesman. Absolutely spectacular. What an absolute phenomenal team, these two make.

[@steelheadxxxx]

Larry, he was the one of the most inspiring carpenter I have ever seen, r.i.p Larry, you made us carpenters feel so proud of our job.

[@zorroonmilkavitch1840]

I was told when Larry got to the Gates of Heaven he told same Peter that he would reset the gates to get him swinging right and put a couple of braces and to be sixes just to get things right on it and sure enough St Peter and Larry went to work and got that gate swinging just the way it should to this day

[@postman445]

steelheadxxxx and non carpenters

[@carly8994]

Larry is who inspired/inspires me into getting in a carpentry career. to this day he's still impacting young carpenters with his videos.

[@Will-ge7ri]

There’s a lot of guys in the trades who are informative but I don’t one any that were as inspiring

[@herculydia]

Agreed. I'm watching this the 2nd time now from 2 years ago and it's easing my temperament from the covid fiasco. Framing since 1976 but Larry made me a better carpenter. RIP buddy ✝️

[@robertbiondo607]

Me in the 80s , still remodeling at 64 but broke back year ago. Pain meds , struggling still working tho. Never give up . really enjoyed watching the begining of this loved my work.

[@mathewgrelr7084]

U need.to get on the fentinal bro

[@frankfort4717]

@@mathewgrelr7084you are a retard

[@slipknot73745]

I've never done a day of carpentry in my life and I can still tell how skilled this guy is.

[@buratching]

Larry is a master carpenter , he can build this house with his eyes closed you can tell he got some serious health problem and still looks good , rest in peace Larry

[@dionnemathew780]

How sad to hear. How sweet the comments and continuation of his teachings. I am grateful these are still available to watch.

[@jakeconrad11]

Forman Today = "Measure twice cut once. Larry Haun back in the day = Measure never, cut all

[@briannotafan3368]

that's older than the crust in my underwear

[@thomasproctor3047]

Works in framing but not in finish work.

[@Jay-tk7ib]

@@thomasproctor3047 It doesn't work well in framing either.

[@robbyhowell8668]

@@Jay-tk7ib apparently it can.

[@Jay-tk7ib]

@@robbyhowell8668 You can make about anything work, but to work WELL, you need to measure before cutting.

[@Romee_rome]

Joe is a man of few words.

[@daled8221]

Joe reminds me of Wilson with his hat, Tim's tv neighbor on home improvement.

[@skeetorkiftwon]

@@daled8221 That was Joe. After he retired.

[@williamdon3442]

Speaks with his tools

[@briannavisconti5112]

He strikes me as the kinda guy who makes his own fishing lures, then relaxes with his Perry Como records in the eve.

[@jms4406]

I love no tape measure this really freed my mind of analysis paralysis

[@tedjaramillo6530]

This man was absolutely a huge Impact on my life. Awesome teacher. His brother also.

[@josemoran9314]

I can't even begin to explain how much this man's skills have helped me to become a better carpenter. RIP Larry

[@kevinbaird7277]

It would have been amazing to work with both, they had a tough life growing up but they were the best of men.

[@Whalermansteve84]

Back in 2005 when I was in trade school , Larry Haun was was man. Legit the man , my instructor taught me all I needed to know and I still go this day watch Larry’s videos like it’s a daily tv show. I don’t care how many times I’ve seen them , I always learn a new trick. Thank you Larry haun. R.I.P Larry.

[@texasRoofDoctor]

There not many Carpenters like that around anymore. He has the eye-to-hand coordination of a pro athlete. Seating the nail flush with one hammer swing is pretty good.

[@elliottalderson9349]

texasRoofDoctor My hat’s off to Larry. R. I. P. Larry Haun

[@michellekillinger9324]

My dad was a carpenter for most of his adult life and I never saw him miss a nail either. Wham bam thank you ma'am. Miss him!

[@missyounorm33]

Those nails been oiled bout a day I reckon. That's what I used to do. Good on ya Larry

[@teddyjones3055]

What was that trickery he did at 42:38????

[@organikness]

@B LT Woah, you got problems there buddy

[@davidmckeown6849]

I’m not a builder or a tradie , watching these two guys is like poetry. I’ve built a couple of decks and these videos have been invaluable. I’d love to have a go at building a house .

[@jeremyharris6153]

I have heard of Larry many times. I had never seen any of his videos. I was completely entertained.

[@bravobravoh1344]

These old time carpenters were real jewels. I appreciate them a lot.

[@crosisofborg5524]

Having documentation that Larry Haun framed your home probably increases the value 20%.

[@JohnDoe-ft3qs]

Lmao

[@quiteboy69]

Af dd

[@krishurt5252]

The house was built for his sister. She still lives in it

[@downwithit100]

😂😂😂👍

[@jacquoysutton6860]

Even his mom was helping aha

[@river4837]

I love these guys. Larry's teaching method makes building your own house or garagseem possible. These are the men who build America not destroy it.

[@commiecrusher]

Been in the home construction industry for 12 years and have yet to meet or see any framing crew that could even come close to this man's skill and quality. No wonder the older houses last so long

[@carbuilder8728]

Lol ur not a framer thats why dummy if you where there framing with a crew u would see fast ass framers

[@carbuilder8728]

And no..older houses are trash old school ballon framing is outdated dummy

[@carbuilder8728]

Thats like a sheetrock guy or a painter talking abaut a framing crew wtf do they know abaut framing if they dont even run a crew

[@FreddysHamster]

@@carbuilder8728 Lol. People can have more skill than one you know. Nobody is banned from commenting on anything else in the world besides their own 9-5 😄

[@osu895]

It's amazing how he handles that hammer and Worm Drive like it's an extension of his arm. Wow.

[@joemayton5560]

These guys are BEASTS!! Wow, quality and professionalism every step of the way!!

[@juliosantos9289]

Whenever I've had a hard hot day at work I smoke a cigar, drink a beer and watch Larry and Joe. All is well again.

[@11green11]

So good! I remember watching this at the advent of youtube ! This is what the platform was supposed to embody 😎👍

[@jayframes4967]

Love you Larry Haun! I've been framing for 20 years, and what you did in the 80es , still true today

[@lukaszkrela6734]

I'm a professional carpenter and I really like those. Sure, we do a lot of things differently nowadays, but the essence of Larry's videos is timeless.

[@Chucknorris4946]

A tradesman sufficiently experienced and skilled is virtually indistinguishable from an artist.

[@charlesviner1565]

Hello Chuck ✌🖐

[@NomadicExpressions24]

My carpentry instructor and fine homebuilding introduced me to Mr Haun in the early 2000s. He is an amazing human.

[@cek347]

I first saw these videos in my high school Architecture class in the mid 90s. When I became a teacher myself, I found the videos and began to show them to my own students. I have my Architecture class build a scale model shed to understand framing, and we use Larry's teaching. Thanks for posting. For over 20 years I've heard my students say 2 ba 4 like Larry!

[@jimlahey5798]

Watching his hands move, carrying out the same motions they have thousands of times before, is so fascinating. I wish I knew anything as well as those brothers know framing.

[@playhouse888]

I used to rent his instructional videos from the library when I was younger. I leaned a lot from this guy!

[@rezbonez8139]

Its so cool to watch old school video tapes

[@coryturner9140]

Larry haun is a legend. I have yet to find a better teacher on KZbin.

[@BayAreaMCs]

Cory Turner Check out Essential Craftsman.

[@WelshRabbit]

@@BayAreaMCs Scott Wentworth (Essential Craftsman) and Larry Haun were cut from the same cloth -- both great craftsmen and both great teachers. PS: greetings from Alameda.

[@niallcosgrove5596]

@@WelshRabbit Robin clevett check him out also a marster

[@WelshRabbit]

@@niallcosgrove5596 Definitely!!! I am a fan of Skill Builders, too.

[@PeteGaughenbaugh1]

I used to see a lot of finish work videos by Gary Katz. Another great teacher

[@MadPropsMakes]

I've watched this video series like 20 times, its awesome!

[@1portico]

Me too These guys were pioneers

[@lordbattleaxe99]

Right

[@patmash]

Same

[@YoungGemma]

me also.

[@Paul-qq7mh]

Yep quality video.

[@iggs67]

Too bad I'm finding these videos only now. I'm not a carpenter or a construction worker. I consider myself handy and enjoy watching videos like this. I have t say Larry is such a good and honest man, not to mention how skilled and professional he is. Pure joy watching it. Thank you Larry, RIP.

[@joeysimsim8374]

i admire you guys being a good cutter on that circular saw

[@janjanssen6794]

His enormous craftsmanship really surprised me. The speed and precision with which he works can be called stunning. I enjoyed this video, thanks for sharing.

[@CurvedSlightly]

In the time it takes a modern day framer to set up their nail gun, Larry and Joe have finished.

[@jeffreyosborne3594]

Who’s joe

[@elonmust7470]

@@jeffreyosborne3594 did you watch the video???

[@jeffreyosborne3594]

theodore Dow-man joe mama

[@straight-up-shots]

@@jeffreyosborne3594 Great setup there 🤣

[@ottovonnichtort7605]

@@jeffreyosborne3594 ooh boy the woosh lol

[@RalphSampson...]

I'm only 3 minutes into this video and I am already envious. I have developed, what I think must be, tennis elbow or a stress fracture. I can no longer swing a hammer. I hope I get over it soon. It's been 2 months and there are good days and bad days. Take care of yourself folks. Unfortunately, I don't really know how it happened. Maybe, because I haven't done any strength training in decades....?

[@juanpabloflores2355]

Incredible work. I love the way his bro does no talking but working

[@pcm7315]

So interesting and informative that its 27 minutes in before I realize I'm watching something that I have absolutely no plans for doing.

[@bryanahl]

The comments on this are priceless...the video is like 30-40 years old or more (?) and people have to chime about not meeting current code, odd building practices, not quality work. Houses built 6 years ago don't meet code, you can't compare this to 2020 construction. I have seen a lot of framing techniques, some I like and some I don't but they all got the job done. Larry was good at his craft, nuff said.

[@njreno1]

I have been a roofing contractor for 6 years and have not framed a house in about 16 years. Thanks to Larry, I am now motivated to buy a stack of lumber and build. My father's name is Larry and he is also one heck of a carpenter!

[@lopaka76]

These videos were, and may still be, shared by an instructor at my union apprenticeship hall. It's been about 5 years since I left the union, and still enjoy this video.

[@deadnthehead4557]

When he said a good & efficient carpenter can cut a square sill with out a level and tape measure...I swear I was ready for him to show us the worst out of square cut ever and go on to be like always measure twice cut once....sob just made it and went on about his day. Perfect cuts and I was left speechless. Dude is definitely a legend! I understand how he made the cuts but damn that still takes a lot of skill. Some people couldn't have made that cut with all of the best modern technology in the world.

[@davidmotley4207]

In last two days I watched Larry's three videos with his brother. I think he is very great person from the start as he showed willingness to teach his skill with love to what he does. Then, I saw his later videos as aged and still in love with his work and willing to contribute to needy people.

[@johncano2594]

I heard about Larry on the EssentialCraftsman on utube the about a two week's ago. Absolutely agreed Larry is the gold standard. I mentioned Larry to my youngest son an aspiring carpenter. He watched the three videos. I ordered Larry's book for my son. Honestly my son must have watched more than once because he sure remembers what Larry said when we laid out our common rafters on our shed project. Made me smile, guys like larry were my heros when I was an electrical apprentice. Larry is a gift. May he RIP.

[@cripticc0115]

I'm 19 and new to construction and this really helps me. Also already bought his book

[@mikmackup8000]

Am Ethiopian and I love architecture and wood work for this reasons I was watching Larry's wood framing and grand design. Due to this I can differentiate Larry's and kevins voice any time. I👂their voice even when think of them. My Legends

[@gianfrancobergagna4024]

Larry and his brother are perfect in their skill craft I wish I could worked with them , so much knowledge I could learn ! I will buy the book! RIP LARRY!

[@claudetomassini6528]

Larry Haun was the best carpenter I ever seen and seemed to be a very nice person with wisdom.

[@sdkid6059]

Really enjoyed this video, nice discovery for learning. Reminds of a Roofer who I worked for for just one day; Home owner flagged me down in the alley on my bike going home from the Library. Needed some help. I helped his Contractor who was without an Assistant for that day, and so I suddenly filled in for a few hours. I learned so much from this big guy in one day, who fluttered up and down ladder like a bird; the Roofing Contractor & neighbor's Brother. Guy also "free-handed sawing" and it was just amazing to watch. We sheathed a garage roof very fast; And I left with a lot of construction knowledge, as we talked about projects, etc. Fun day.

[@ngrnmck]

I have never watched this kind of video all the way through but this man is off the chain fast and precise.

[@YoureASquidYoureAKid]

Larry is the Bob Ross version of a Framer.

[@bac4998]

Yessss

[@alienhexican8017]

Bob Ross painted happy little trees. Larry makes happy little houses out of happy little trees.

[@matthewdowning6955]

You stole the FUCK out of this comment

[@wickedcoolname399]

Bob Ross copied everything from his teacher, Bill Alexander. Bill was the original TV painter and he taught Bob his wet-on-wet technique. But Bob basically stole Bill's style. "Happy little trees" and "all mighty mountains", etc were all Bill's. Look up The Magic of Oil Painting with Bill Alexander. You'll never look at Bob Ross the same again.

[@joshduncan7081]

@@wickedcoolname399 watched a doc where he gives Bill all the credit. He did however come up with quite a few of his own little tricks & techniques. Either way, it is all an oil copy of what God created. Thank God for all these fine people that have helped us.

[@roberthinojosa7843]

You are the best carpenter I’ve ever had the privilege of watching and learning from. I appreciate you. Thanks!

[@BaoNguyen-hw9eu]

I wish this man can live forever.

[@richardslater677]

That is pure poetry. Totally mesmerising.

[@murphyr31]

I love Mr. Haun’s narration and he and his brothers fine work. I’d like to hope that whoever framed my house was as thoughtful about doing it right.

[@fouroakfarm]

Man is legendary. Watched this way back and learned a lot. Always think of 2x material in his voice: "Two beh four"

[@Thatcanadianguyhey]

I switched careers around mid 90’s to IT support, some mainframe, windows and Unix servers. Oracle DBA for the past 20 years. I enjoyed building my computer back in the day, updating drivers, switching a 250mb hard drive for a 500mb😂. I remember going from a 14k baud modem to 28k baud modem and thought it was best thing ever. Kids today will never know the sound of a dialup or the slow download of a single image but we thought it was amazing. I spent many an hour in stores like your dad’s looking and buying hardware. Thanks for the walk down memory lane.

[@adammontgomery7980]

It's always been a goal of mine to be able to hand nail like Larry. I remember seeing my grandpa sink a 16p nail in one hit, and my jaw dropped.

[@blaineanderson1744]

Larry never ceases to amaze me! Wish I wasn't retired, he would have saved me time & money.

[@ron6575]

I learned rough carpentry from my dad who pretty much did it exactly like these guys. Pretty cool to see, brings back old memories.

[@bonesrhodes3762]

---- these guys are doing a good job of putting "rough" into the job

[@10Timewaster]

I always hear Larrys voice when I think of the phrase "16 penny nails" Top notch instructor. Clear, concise explanation of even the smallest details to do the job correct the first time. More people need to learn from his experience and skill

[@jimmypadgett1460]

Well Larry this is the first time I have seen your videos. Sorry you are not here to do more, but you are in heaven now so you can build my mansion when I get there. Thanks for what you did while you were here.