Installing baseboards in HALF the time

[@sixtobernal8511]

to make measuring between two walls easier, cut a 10" piece of baseboard (10" exactly!). lay it flat on the floor against one wall and measure from the opposite wall to this spacer. then add 10" to what your tape says. this eliminates trying to judge where the correct length is from looking at your tape as it curves into the opposite wall. for example: tape says 113-3/16" from the wall to the spacer, add 10" to get the true distance to the opposite as 123-3/16". i'm a big fan of making things easier by not thinking too much in the field...

[@adriansteinberg5961]

Thank you for hints. I am a brand new diy handyman and doing some home projects . Your hints on Baseboard install is straightforward and simple . Thanks. Having to cope was scaring me. !!

[@StayHandy]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@KarenWallace-u5s]

Hello Mr. Handyman, thank you for the helpful video! I watched this video and used your tips and tricks. This is my first "rodeo" when it comes to base boards and using my husbands' miter saw. Everything turned out great, I only messed up two little pieces. Thanks again.

[@JamesBond-gf6lt]

It seems organized and if it works, would save a lot of time.....BUT, from my experience, you cannot get really accurate, tight joints by using a tape measure. Getting tight joints requires super accurate cuts that can only be done by using the baseboard, tight to the corner or the previous installed board and mark it to where it needs to be cut on the other end (etc.). A hair thickness (almost) is the difference between a tight joint vs. one that is too long or too short. And that's just my opinion.

[@annkessel2567]

I don't usually add comments but have to say this video had some really great tips! Thanks so much!

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patricktcrowe]

Great video for a cabinet guy who is installing a house of base for the first time. Smart tips, thank you, well thought out. I love me some construction adhesive to help. I use PL-3

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@B-macalypse]

Thanks man. Great video miles ahead of any other I've found I'm a jman carpenter and everything you said was on point. This video should have 100x the views hope you get there keep up the good vids!

[@StayHandy]

Appreciate it!

[@cferr001]

I number each piece and put a sticky note on the wall with the same number or make a mini map with all the cut board pieces numbers on the corresponding wall.

[@joedean9834]

Use white caulk and a damp rag when filling the nail holes. Covers them and blends with the bright white trim paint. Do not skip this step . Painting the holes does not look good. Plus, you said to paint prior to install to avoid a mess or risk of...so why would you want to risk it dabbing paint here and there?

[@GentleStorm1]

Interesting video. Probably won’t watch the “how to cut perfect inside corners” because I think we have different ideas about perfection. I treat all jobs - and customers - as high-end regardless of project cost or home quality. My INfluence and integrity are worth far more than affluence. I don’t think cutting corners will generate increased income over the long term as your name will be associated with “average” or “subpar” work. High-end earners rarely want average handy people fixing their homes.

[@StayHandy]

Good call. I think maintaining high quality is essential as a pro when servicing homeowners (especially wealthy homeowners).

[@Cocinaughty]

Do you feel better?

[@danbiss87]

Show a video on cutting baseboard with un level floors and walls. Homes where I live are 100+ yo and I'm always fighting the corners.

[@HoffAppFarm]

Awesome…thanks!!!

[@StayHandy]

You're welcome!

[@leetupper5881]

It depends on the house/customer. I once did a bamboo flooring and baseboard job in a master bedroom for a single young woman with 2 kids. The ENTIRE house was a MESS in EVERY room, including the master bedroom. I didn't bother filling the nail holes. Customer never said a word about !! Thanks for the great tips !!

[@StayHandy]

Yes, and don’t be afraid to have the conversation upfront. If the customer is willing to pay extra for a meticulous install, then sure, fill the nail holes. Otherwise it’s pointless on baseboards.

[@fakawat7220]

I agree with the nail holes..

[@renest.peters3979]

would all this info also be the same for walls that are plaster walls???

[@jk12428]

Lovit thanks🌟⁉️

[@brucestuart8180]

Hey Dan, you have a few good points, but!….some of what I heard was use 1 1/2” nails, an 18gauge brad nailer, nail into the shoe plate of the wall and don’t fill your nail holes. I think this is what might separate the DIYer from the skilled craftsman. I have to say you wouldn’t be allowed anywhere near my house.

[@StayHandy]

Fair, but you probably couldn't afford my rates anyway.

[@nailbanger2]

Now i know what to do if i ever get so hard up that i have to do production work. Tip #12, get a carpenter that takes a little pride in his work.

[@OdinThorfathir]

Not trying to be that guy but if you have a 16ga nailer you have a finish nail not a brad, brads are 18, finish is 15 and 16

[@StayHandy]

I didn’t know that. Thanks for filling me in.

[@tommalchert416]

Don't be a hack. All ways go the extra mile

[@tombecquet4120]

Hifm

[@StayHandy]

Sure, in a world with infinite time. But going the extra mile on things that don’t matter leaves no time for going the extra mile on the things that do. I’d rather invest the time with my kids.

[@statuescher]

Easier to stick the baseboards to the wall with building adhesive, no nail holes. Prop up with some weights overnight to let them set in place.

[@StayHandy]

Interesting. I have my doubts about it being easier.

[@joedean9834]

Not to mention getting enough "weights" to prop it all up AND avoid any bows and gaps.

[@ljones98391]

I'm removing old baseboards and am eternally grateful someone did not go the "easy" route and use adhesive instead of brad nails. I would be looking at major torn paper drywall repairs, which I would have to pay for, if I could even get the baseboards off by myself.

[@okalitoescalobi1529]

Not filling up the nail holes properly +brush the paint over a new baseboard ? It’s not gonna look good!

[@StayHandy]

It’s a baseboard.

[@DavidE-dm5un]

Thats a shame, you should take more pride in your work then that

[@nailbanger2]

​@StayHandy it's hard to believe you willingly put your face on the internet while you tell people that others do a more complete job. You learned from the wrong person, or decided it was OK to cut corners wherever you could get away with it. HACK