BIRDS MOUTH & PURLINS Cutting The Roof | Chicken coop build PART- 4

Laying out and cutting a lean-to roof. Showing you the simple easy way to lay out & cut birds mouths and purlins for your chicken coop or any roof.
Building A Homestead
PART-1 THE FLOOR 👉 • FLOOR FRAMING, Chicken...
PART-2 WALL FRAMING 👉 • POST POCKET, FRAMING T...
PART-3 ENTRY WALL FRAMING 👉 • CADILLAC of Chicken Co...
PART-5 UPCYCLING INSTALLING THE METAL ROOF 👉 • UP-CYCLED ROOF, SCRAPS...
PART-6 NESTING BOXES 👉 • NESTING BOX | Chicken ...
PART-7 SIDING 👉 • CONCRETE SIDING on a C...
PART-8 BUILDING THE DOOR 👉 • 2x2 DOOR, WILL IT WORK...
MY WIFE MOVED THE CHICKEN COOP👉 • MY WIFE MOVED THE CHIC...
PART-9 PREDATOR PROOFING THE RUN👉 • PREDATOR PROOFING the ...
PART-10 COOP\RUN ACCESSORIES 👉 • CHICKEN RUN ACCESSORIE...
We hope you enjoy our Content remember to SUBSCRIBE, to get more of us working to build our simple life. Working toward our dream of Homesteading.
❖Subscribe here 👉 / @joesimple
This page contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you). I only ever endorse products that I have personally used and benefitted from personally. Thank you for your support!
If you don't have a speed square this is my personal favorite 👇
SWANSON SPEED SQUARE- amzn.to/2GYAL0u
(mine is custom painted)
TOOL BAGS- amzn.to/3pvFqZa
SOCAL MEDIA
Facebook- @joesimple1
Instagram- joesimple 1
JoeSimple.com

[@atlanteum]

Many have already said it, but I'm here to say it again - what an outstanding presentation. The camera work, editing and sound, along with clear, concise explanations for each step make yours among the BEST construction videos out there. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing, and for being the kind of teacher that makes learning FUN -

[@jcmartinez7360]

agreeed

[@dirtbiker651]

My words precisely!! You and I are cut from the same cloth….I have almost all the same tools and belt! Just bought the Diamondback belt. Light and tough as nails!! I got the remodels version- LOVE all the pockets!!

[@thomasschafer7268]

Yes .in 1970 it would be a idea! But not i 2023. Nothing heard about calculated von? 👎👎🇩🇪🤨🤨

[@ArcID1973]

I love the way you have your carpenters helper in the out takes. Teaching kids how to work is one of a father’s most fundamental responsibilities. God job man

[@ronmandryk7135]

OMG, Joe thanks for all your help. ""I'm learning how to do it"" at age 69 . Thanks again from the "The Great White North" Canada.

[@joseernestocastillo8606]

G

[@rkvohra70]

builders ,carpenters ,enggniers ,architechs..............they all keep on talking about runs,rise ,calculations,expensive equipments,tTrignometry and all load of things Joe you are a superstar ,you just takes all those things out of equation man ,hats off ,what a video and every one should learn how to cut the rafter No complicated maths or anything well done Joe

[@toddconrad1426]

How bout tell folks to crown all the boards the same direction so that after they put it up there roof doesn’t look like a roller coaster going across the top of it. That’s the 1st step before you mark any wood and that step is first before walls floor joists and any major part of your home.

[@jamesbass4000]

Of all the vids on KZbin about rafter builds, this one makes the most sense to a complete novice. Great work.

[@planetindustries731]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHqyf6GOlNqVebM

[@catherineflahr6160]

Very, very clear, I was able to follow every step with my speed square and a demo piece of wood. I am not building a coop or chicken mansion, but a free-standing awning at my front and back door. this has been the most simple version of a single angle roof I have been able to find. Thanks so much.

[@Ag8te11]

Thank you for posting this!! I am building a similar style run to the end of our coop and using this lean to style rafter. Your demo was better than the dozen odd prior ones I watched to get the moxie up to do this project. Like you, my daughters were "helping" oversee quality control. Going to cut these tomorrow and will definitely do a practice piece before cutting into my 2x6s.

[@JoeSimple]

Best of luck, Thank you

[@BigTyminElwin]

Damn, quickest and simplest rise over run explanation I've ever heard.

[@JoeSimple]

Hey, glad you think so! Thank you.

[@allencolvin4320]

😆 🤣 😂 way simpler than using mathematics and tables

[@johnmunoz8845]

Out of all the videos Ive listen to this one makes the most sense and you do so well at explaining everything for someone like me that isn't that great with math. Really appreciate your teaching it will go a long way in helping me get though my project.

[@JoeSimple]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dch.projects]

Best tutorial I've seen. You know it when you've watched it all the way through, then realized you've watched it before because there's already a thumbs up. Nice pacing, clear, easy to follow. Thank you!!

[@deladally1286]

oh my gosh! how well you taught me how to do this thing! Such a good teacher you are! thank you sir

[@JoeSimple]

You are welcome. Have fun!

[@michaelstickney6519]

09

[@susancarlson4867]

This is the clearest, best communicated training on birdsmouth i have seen (out of seven). Thank you.

[@willframe6977]

Thanks for the tips. I'm a complete novice when it comes to wood working and we are building an 10x8 coop, and I was stuck with the roof. This reference is going to be great.

[@gregorsidler3962]

I love when I thought I never get it and here you are make it clear for someone like me... Thank you!

[@JoeSimple]

You are so welcome!

[@josephrhoades8113]

Excellent video, thank you. I had 4 books telling me to "do a birdsmouth" for the shed rafters without explaining how to do one. This video was exactly what I needed.

[@orangetractorguy8201]

I just stumbled upon your video, and glad I did. The way you explain each step in simple terms is outstanding, especially for those like myself with limited building experience. This video would have been a game changer for me when building my 10 x 24 firewood lean-to shed last summer. The idea of doing birds mouth cuts intimidated me, so I used hurricane ties instead. The way you explained it and the detailed use of the speed square (never knew how to use one) was excellent and I would have given it a go. I just kept shaking my head while watching this and kept thinking, I would have done a few things differently with my shed (like adding the purlins to accommodate a longer eave) cause you explained its so well. I have only found a few channel to subscribe to, and you have now been added to that list! Thanks, and looking forward to checking out your other videos.

[@JoeSimple]

I am honored to be on your sub list! don't beat your self up I defiantly went over board on this build (always do). Plus I knew I was going to move it around with the tractor so it needed to be strong. for a wood shed straps will work just fine.

[@chriscraft4236]

Joe Simple awesome vid!!! Same here wish I saw this video before my build I too used hurricane straps on my slanted roof. I think the hurricane straps will hold just fine however next time bird’s mouth cuts for sure!

[@bhavadasaacbsp3274]

I’m building a woodshed, but have a couple of challenges on the roof pitch. Found your video, and it cleared it up on how to do right and easy. Thanks!

[@chuckyt9083]

Absolutely no bull crap! Just clear, concise instruction that even I can understand. I'm so glad you don't waste our valuable time with rhetoric and hyperbole. You da man!

[@nathansoriano4050]

Well explained. I’m not a tradesman, just a pen pusher and but this guy made it so simple that I think I can finally build my outdoor storage

[@gregorcykf]

This was the best explanation for birds mouths I've see yet

[@zubrismusic]

Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge in a simple manner that almost anyone can follow. Hope you continue to share your experience. Much appreciated ✌️

[@lunanm7198]

Over 2 years on and people are still getting so much value from this! Thanks man, great work 👍

[@al7385]

Absolutely most logical, clear and concise instructions on a practical way of going about laying out a lean to roof.

[@littledirtpatch...2668]

I am converting a shed to a hen house & adding an outside run. I loved the way you measured out a template, that's kinda how I do things too Making these cuts were so intimidating; so I was looking into pitch connectors (easy way out), but you just saved me a good bit of money. You were so detailed in how to do this, I think I can handle it now. Thank you so much for sharing this. ❤

[@billmaharry4874]

Best instructional video of How to cut a birds mouth for shed rafters! The lightbulb clicked on in my head for the speed square tips too!

[@DCS026]

Nice video. Straight to the point, clear instruction, good camera work, good audio, no crazy music, no flashing lighting bolts, etc. Good job.

[@urbanlumberjack]

This is the best rafter cutting video on KZbin. I’ve watched them all. You didn’t over complicate it and that helped so much!

[@meuchtie7662]

"oh jeez, I know what it's called..." Birdsmouth. BIRDSMOUTH! Really liked the video - this version of how to measure & cut a birdsmouth actually made sense.

[@jyjjackfast]

I really needed this video, thank you

[@b.michaelbrown1117]

Joe simple with a simple explanation of rafters. Thanks! 🙌

[@mariafhp]

Thank you so much for making this clear and easy to understand especially using the speed square for cutting out angles . I have never done this before , it’s my first shed self build and you have made it understandable . Thank you ❤️🤗❤️

[@oscargarcia246]

That’s a great video. Thanks for teaching the rest of us.

[@JoeSimple]

You are welcome!

[@patriciaelizondo7263]

Good teaching. Thank you.

[@patrickrainbolt]

Thanks for all you do Joe. Your tips helped me understand and build our roof for our chicken coop.

[@robertdavies5139]

Thank you. This video really helped me gain the confidence to have a go at my first bridsmouth cut. I'm building a lean-to at the side of my house and this video has been really helpful.

[@JoeSimple]

Thank you Sir.

[@deedeelowe9231]

Thank you so much for your video! You are a great teacher... you get to the point and make it easy to understand without going into a long, drawn out explanation. I've watched several other videos on how to install lean to rafters and the instructions were too drawn out, yours made is so easy to comprehend.

[@DerekDavis-ce6jq]

Best visual tutorial I've seen yet. Thanks, Joe! You're the effing man!!!

[@ThomasB1694]

Best video on Bird's Nest cuts. Thank you!

[@b4t0g]

Really appreciate the video. I just finished the lean to roof on a duck pen using the steps you outlined. Thanks!

[@easternpawilderness9648]

Thank you! Great explanation, that was a big help for me.! The chickens are gonna love their mansion!

[@Charity1277]

Thank you for explaining this simply for us ladies.😊

[@francoistaillon1702]

je parle pas anglais et j arrive a comprendre quand même tellement tu explique bien. good job merci

[@JoeSimple]

merci beaucoup, heureux qu’il a été utile et vous avez pu comprendre

[@stevelopez372]

Wow, now here’s a man who knows how to treat Chickens, good job!

[@vipercaleb1]

Best guide for a lean-to roof!! Thanks heaps!

[@JoeSimple]

Hey thank you! Happy building feel free with any questions

[@taotaomotna5395]

Tks for info puts me in right direction. God bless you for yor free knowledge.

[@carolcudby2482]

Hi an excellent demonstration will help me immensely. I'm using this video to help me when I build a skillion porch including the purlins for the eaves, directly off my skillion conservatory. You are an excellent tutorial tutor. Thank you so much for helping me today I really appreciate it.

[@AmblingAloof]

Thank you. This is helpful.

[@projectdave7132]

Watched this and made my first quite acceptable bird mouths, also learnt how to use my speed square. Double win! Thank you very much.

[@dmech5135]

Thank you for sharing, very informative.

[@user-wn9iz1pf2y]

Great instructor! Best Bird's Mouth instruction I've seen so far! Thanks

[@seanhannon2667]

Thanks very much for posting this tutorial! Worked slick.

[@JoeSimple]

Awesome, glad it helped!

[@77Avadon77]

@@JoeSimple thank you I'm building quite a big building this is exactly what I needed for my tower roof.

[@commonsensepatriot9450]

Best video on lean to rafters I've ever seen. Thanks!

[@JoeSimple]

Wow, thanks!

[@larry6795]

Nice job with everything 👍🏽

[@faithmccallister1936]

Great Ideas to build a shed

[@RadioChief52]

I butchered my first lean-to roof but your procedure makes so much sense to me I'm ready to give it another go on my next project. Thanks!

[@JoeSimple]

Great to hear!

[@kennywood2601]

@@JoeSimple 11à1q

[@user-mr6te9bt4s]

Very good video. I’m an interior guy with little to no roof framing experience. This helped me out so much. Very easy to fallow along. Thank you.

[@lololine]

This is a great video!!!

[@docboricua]

The best and clearest explanation of how to do a slope roof.

[@robertallen3133]

Fantastic video and channel 🎉

[@cowboy2180]

Great teaching and editing. Subscribed

[@get5940]

BEST simple explanation ever !

[@gregr1672]

You do an excellent job explaining things , I enjoy watching others work now after having worked in construction many years ! A little trick an old time carpenter showed me is to keep a heavy old time rasp handy! I did a lot of birds mouth cuts and kerfs for ledgers . Knock the wood out with your hammer and then hit the birds mouth or notch cut with rough side of rasp and flip it over and smooth side rasp the shoulder to heel cut . Takes the little scrap out of the corner and levels things up nice on notches . The rasp will do in seconds what you did with wood chisel ! Try it ,you'll like it !

[@perjrgensen8280]

Great video. Greetings from Denmark.

[@capn1600]

Excellent instructional video on bird mouth cuts and optional method of connecting rafters.

[@BillLowenburg]

This is great, I’m building a wood shed with a lean-to roof like yours. I’ve never built one before and now I’m sure I’ll be able to make the cuts properly. Keep up the fine work and thanks for sharing your experience!

[@stephenwgreen78]

I'm planning a "kiddo garage" for all their outside stuff and this is the type of roof I would like. Glad there are skilled people out there willing to share their experience with us all.

[@troyna77]

me too!!! Ive been trying to find a solid easy to follow roof tutorial for my "lean-to". Ans this guy nailed it. I think explaining the common 10 degree measurement is what made this "click" in my head.

[@rtw67]

@@troyna77 lol nailed it

[@toddconrad1426]

Crown your boards the same direction and that direction should be upward so it doesn’t look like it’s going up and down going across the top from side to side.

[@toddconrad1426]

@@troyna77 the ten degrees is for the 2/12 pitch and it is also for a metal roof so don’t use it for a shingled roof. Buy a speed square and use the common section and the pitch you use just look at the degrees below it and it’ll tell you the matching degrees when you’re lined up on your common pitch at same time so you’ll know how to set up skill or table or chop saws pitch.

[@BOOTCOCKIE]

Birds mouth explanation is great! Many different ways to do it but this way is great.

[@remonkaldas5936]

Awesome explanation!! Thank you!!

[@1975oldschool]

Great explanation to make rafters!

[@mreagle7194]

Wow what a presentation. I actually think I can do it now 👏⚡️

[@keithdawe4866]

That was the best video I have seen when it comes to making the birds mouth.. I truly appreciate you taking a time to make this video

[@367scotty]

Great information

[@myrossirifle]

Great vid, thanks for making it straight forward, best vid on birds mouth yet, cheers.

[@michaelfredt573]

You have a great little helper. Thank-you.

[@JoeSimple]

she is great, she picks it up suprisingly fast. Handing me tools when I need them, using tools so excited to teach her every thing I know. Thank you!

[@cwarbucks]

Good job, very helpful.

[@northernbuilderscda8053]

After uploading our how to video on how to install roof water barrier on a newly constructed house, your video was suggested which I'm glad it did.

[@vannguyen3251]

Good job

[@MrListenerman]

Brilliant. Thanks

[@DanTheMan6050]

Awesome video! Simple and precious!! Thank you 😊

[@smokymountainlife]

Love your video! I'm researching how to build a lean to roof. Your video is beyond helpful!

[@jontoasland6336]

I also like the violin / fiddle in the background . Great job

[@robertmirolo3755]

Great video !

[@hkass9261]

great job explaining the birds mouth and how to cut it. Thank you.

[@camcordernonsense5264]

All the rich chickens will want to live there.

[@William4143]

Just what I needed to know. No BS here. Subscribed!

[@leighagillam]

thank you for your video, it helped us do the bird's mouths on the rafters for our first new small house! very much appreciated.

[@kessiejoel153]

Was planning to build one as that but hated to calculate where to fix the birds mouth. You made it so simple without math. Thanks. Top teacher.

[@jeffreyklink3279]

Excellent - clear and no waste and adaptable for numerous other applications.

[@drumcrazy72]

Good video mate. Much appreciated:)

[@learnspanishwithsenorad.6743]

What a beautiful sky!

[@gdot9046]

Great explanation!

[@jim5400]

Great clear video thanks! I’m no carpenter and was trying to plan a small roof like this.

[@Canosa612]

Thank you Mr Simple. Your video helped me a lot with the building of my roof on my lean-to shed. Much appreciated.

[@Mr.Caring]

Excellent

[@Thepoeticmtbr_The_poetic_mtbr]

Cheers for taking the time to put this together, I'll be using the tips over here in the UK for my garden shed 👍👏

[@DanO530.8]

Thanks looks really good

[@eduardomontalva6979]

Very helpful. Where I leave most of the year we have a nice weather. But for to do my projects and keep me out of the sun; I'm going to build a 10' by 16' cover roof starting from a concrete wall. You gave me pretty good ideas how to notch the rafters to seat well on the beam that I planning to use. Well explained 👍🏽 Thank you for share your knowledge and keep up!👍🏽

[@JoeSimple]

That does sound nice, I gotta build some sort of work area. that seems like a good idea start with the roof structure and possibly build walls later if need/ wanted. Good luck and thank you

[@gregloehr4236]

Thank you for providing such great content! I have very little real carpentry experience but I'm building a greenhouse based on these videos.

[@monicagomes4542]

Love it!!

[@juanRodriguez-pj1gd]

This is one of the most educational and easy to understand videos I’ve seen on this topic!! It has provided the kind of advice I was looking for. Thank you so much!!