Scribe Wood to Brick Perfectly - Carpentry Trick

[@harkidodia2513]

Been scribing all this time, and never thought of cutting the 45 degree, good tip.

[@rogerdesousa1451]

@Larry Daniels I agree...more meat behind it, but in this instance/application it probably doesn’t make much of a difference.

[@Puckgrinder85]

It's the same as coping baseboard no?

[@moscowchester8254]

It's not his ideas. Someone showed him then he passed them off as his own.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

@@moscowchester8254 Like everything in life.

[@bighands69]

@@moscowchester8254 When did he claim that he invented this?

[@dustingomez7590]

The 45 cut is a fantastic tip. A couple things you might have mentioned is that you should make sure your board is perfectly level before you start scribing, not all walls are plum so you could end up with a great scribe with a sloped board. Also to measure the largest gap with your scribe first and set it slightly larger to that size.

[@jg6261]

Great tip. Thanks!

[@coltonsackett4368]

These are my favorite kinds of vids. Short but beyond valuable.

[@davidbuchan2224]

I'm glad I'm not the only person who offers it up the wrong way around! Well done for not swearing! 45deg tip is awesome! Thank you.

[@towersroofinginc422]

That 45 degree cut is a great tip! Also the end in slow motion is cool!

[@kmylglaza1077]

That "what!" moment 😂

[@buildingislife9069]

KmylGlaza that what moment is a dreadful feeling lol😂

[@gayot2000]

faaakkkk, Oh lol

[@maciasrich]

Truly that was was the moment!

[@dylanmounsey7515]

Lmao we’ve al been there

[@garnetnard4284]

Dude I laughed so hard. It was such sincere shock like he thought he had lost his mind.

[@paint1956]

I've been a painting contractor here in South Florida going on 44 years and back in the day all carpenters did quality work like you do. It's nice to see that there are still skilled craftsman who care about quality. Keep up the good work.

[@bradcorrea9963]

I am been a painting,g contractor for 19 years now. I wish every finish carpenter would put out the quality that you do with your work, paying attention to the small details is what's its all about. If half of the GC I work for produced the typ of quality that you put out. Not just on this vid but your others as well. It would not only make my life easier it is the type of quality all of our customers deserve. Thanks for doing things right. Means a lot,

[@johnm5714]

You were taught by someone--and that someone was a very good master carpenter...now you are that as well.not just referring to this simple scribing video--I’ve been watching a bunch of your content and I’m always impressed with how well you have developed your craft.imagine how good you’ll be when your my age-I can tell you care about what you do and that translates exponentially into what your working on in an1000 ways--wish there were more young men who took this as seriously as you do...👊🏻

[@businessgreg77]

And that is the reason I watch all of your videos. I have scribed a thousand times like I was taught years ago but never had the insight to 45 the board first to make the cutting easier. Old dog has a new trick. Thank you sir.

[@athhud]

The miter cut also ensures that the only material touching the brick is the surface that you cut. Just because you got one side scribed and cut perfectly doesn’t mean the piece will mate up cleanly if the back side of a full thickness piece interferes with inconsistencies in the brick or mortar. 2 excellent benefits to this method.

[@VCGConstruction]

Beautiful craftsmanship at work!

[@hannahswann747]

You’re a born teacher. Your chilled approach is so refreshing unlike so many over animated KZbinrs these days :yawn: Thanks so much 🙏 xox

[@adifferentvision]

Someone posted this in the DIY sub on Reddit and I clicked through. You explained this in such a way that it was easy to understand and made me think that it was something simple enough that I could do it if I had a need. You're awesome!

[@dietmaramelang2592]

I have watched several of your videos and can only say that I wish you had been available to work in our area. I have not found any carpenters of this caliber. You are what I would call a true craftsman. Thanks for raising the bar to a great standard.

[@Robocoppat]

The 45° cut beforehand is a Great idea. I've been welding, fabricating, and woodworking for over 40+ years and I've gone through so many protractors over the years. It should be in every tool box. I still have my very first one that is made in the USA. Great video.

[@klmbuilders5385]

Nice to see a young carpenter take the time to produce fine work. I'm 60 years old. Been in the trade full time for the last 35 years! I'd enjoy working with you instead of the misfits I have had the "pleasure" of dealing with...

[@apache16789]

Sheer genius. Not in a million years would I have figured out how to cut that board so that it fitted so snugly to the contour of the wall. Brilliant.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Please watch to the end. LOL

[@hmendoza3757]

Hahahahaha your reaction was priceless 😂😂😂😂😂

[@renatoleonhernandez6425]

😂😂😂

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

@@hmendoza3757 lol!

[@pauls.7250]

Awesome work , no short cuts for you . Fitting "Perfect - SF" was used in your video . Grats on the house .

[@michaelpeila8794]

Never trust a brick lol

[@redneckdrennan745]

thank you. im now 50 and 38 years twisting wrenches has wrecked me. im just starting doing wood working. i hope i can learn this so i can still work!!! and seems your near me!!!! wish my carpenter dad hadnt been so rough on me, but then again i would be the mechanic i am!!! keep up the good work man. you got a sub from me!!!!

[@Samsonmetaphysical]

Using a scroll blade in your jig saw will help when making intricate cuts.

[@athhud]

Roy Underhill taught me everything I need to know about a scribe, but your video is bound to demystify things for some people that thought this could only be done with magic.

[@brocknorton9018]

Your videos are very informative and well done. Few tools put a smile on my face, but anytime the ramset comes out I smile. It sounds beautiful and smells even better.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

The smell is the best part.

[@athhud]

No better scent than burnt powder!

[@jbdesignandconstruction]

When I first started doing carpentry work I would get the 5:06 reaction. The only difference is that no matter what side I flipped the wood it just wouldn’t fit lol

[@ared18t]

haha

[@BowserisBowser]

Puts plywood to wall* "wut?!" Something I would do

[@lifetimeofworktodo]

I think a number of other folks have said it, but the 45 is a great idea. I'm doing finish work and trim in a van conversion - everything is scribed. Thanks man.

[@messinger2]

That "Ahhh what!?" Had me dead with laughter.

[@ednagale]

Great video, Richard. For people who haven't used a compass to scribe, make sure you use a compass that has a screw adjustment. If you buy a cheap one that uses an arc slide to adjust the opening, you are far more likely to not get a precise cut because the opening will vary depending on how much you squeeze the two sides. If you just want to make some circles, the cheap kind is fine. If you want precision, get the compass with an adjustable screw.

[@stevemcginn9200]

Richard, a hint from one trim guy to another....always cut your scribe line with a 10 degree backcut on the jigsaw, with the scroll on the blade set to zero. If the brick has an irregular surface it will hold the piece away on the high spots. With that additional angle it makes the outside point that you just traced touch the wall/brick first. Resulting in an even tighter transition between the 2 surfaces. Think of it as a shallow cope on a corner with wide baseboard.

[@josholivarez3804]

the results cracked me up when you put it backwards, i laughed harder than i should of lol

[@joeebanks646]

your channel is awesome dog. i woke up at 5:30 to go paint my house but sat down for coffee and 10 mins to watch this. learning so much cool shit. just bought your miter thing on amazon for cutting mitre cuts. got my trim goin up next month

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Joe Ebanks you will love that miter tool! Good luck!

[@askthisoldtileman5401]

I use that same tool around my drain to cut tile. And toilet flange. Cool video keep up great work.🔨

[@Hearthman1159]

Great stuff as usual Richard but one tip I might have missed. The board must be held plumb so the lid will be level. This may require a temporary shim at the bottom gap to the wall, tack it to the frame with brads or quick clamps. Also, not that what you take off on that side will affect the reveal on the opposite end. When scribing mantel scribe molding (5,000 +) I evened the reveals, tacked it with brads, scribed it to the widest gap then it fit like a glove with an even reveal all the way around. I'm about to buy a DW 20VDC jigsaw and was curious if you've experimented with the Collins Coping Foot on them. Keep up the great stuff. Love the way you notched your hanging framing btw.

[@g_force3857]

Great tip to share... try bending your scribe point out to a 45 and you’ll hold the whole thing in your hand a lot easier Cheers

[@kevincantwell3746]

I'm a painter so I just would have cocked the hell out of it the hell out of it at the end of the day nobody would even be looking

[@Jeremy_810]

Nice work. I appreciate the attention to detail. Hard to find these days. Most contractors wouldn't take the time to fit it to the contours of the brick. I've used a pencil and washer but never thought to use a compass for instances where the washer is just too big like fitting to brick. Thanks!

[@jfperkins3]

Great, clear, well-paced video. Thanks in particular for not ruining it with horrific music.

[@john.french]

Your sense of humor is awesome! Killed that ending! Thanks for teaching me how to scribe and 45 trick!

[@mylesmastersen3520]

Excellent tip! My dad actually showed this to me when I was trimming out around my fireplace last year.

[@celso422]

Nice tip I’m a mason and we can’t work without tricks like that everyday 👏👏🥇🥇👍🏽👍🏽🇧🇷🇺🇸

[@kirkkurzin6584]

Exactly why I watch this channel. Great work keep it up

[@bruce-le-smith]

this was great, thanks for doing it slowly, watched a few others but they went so fast it still seemed mysterious

[@nikkiswenson54]

You are a funny goofball with that 30 second finish on your video! Good scribing tips, too!

[@JayJay-sg7zl]

Honestly I think u are one of the best DIY instructor in youtube

[@quietwarf1019]

Nice skills bro. Use a level on the plywood for even more perfection.

[@binkyxz3]

. . . and a scroll saw on the profile rather than jig saw.

[@michaelscott478]

You are so awesome for teaching us how to improve our craftsmanship. I thank you for your efforts and hope that you continue making videos.

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Bro., I'm smilng from ear to ear!!! 3 days in a row of videos!!!! Awesome bud, God bless and Dirty Jersey out!!!

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Thanks man!!!

[@micahwatson9017]

😂 nice ending! Bust a cap in that brick! Nice job on the scribing too. The back cut is SO useful on all types of trades...I use drywall too. I also like to use a profile gauge in certain circumstances.

[@mdvener]

Nice. Been using that for awhile. That 45' on the end. Great tip thanks so much.

[@GARDNSOUND]

Hey man thank you for this video. Made it very easy to understand how to scribe. I'm about to scribe some flat trim around a fireplace. Good job, m8.

[@Alexnaamerica]

I am Brazilian and I admire your work, Congratulations soon I will be moving to Texas in the Dallas area who knows I could not learn more carpentry finish with a Master, good job, congratulations.

[@djohnson3678]

that was a Aristo Rapid Adjustable Compass 1 , use to use those alot when i was a tot. my pappy used alot of compasses of different types for different jobs. very informative construction. the predecessor to whom invented that unit would be delighted to see their invention being used properly, given its extra activity. very bright young man. bravo ! [edit] . . . the ending was brilliant !

[@freshstartfitness8875]

That “What?” was classic! Panic haha

[@jimbendtsen8841]

Very old carpenter's trick. Truly badass ramset. You the man.

[@daveribbons3050]

Nice tip on the 45, remove as much meat & make the jig saw cuts way easier. Just tried it !! 👍👍👍 Hell yeah.

[@swm122758]

Don't care who 'invented' the idea. Its bloody genius and I haven't seen anyone else suggest it. 👍👍👍 from me! I'm not in the trades, just a simple homeowner who tries to improve what I have and these little nuggets are gold! Q: After cutting the tracing and holding the board in place is the top edge still level? In case the wall kicks in/out of plum.

[@DiannaAtherton]

I am so grateful for your videos. I always walk away learning something solid

[@lawrenceleblanc3335]

I don't know anything about carpentry, but I do find your videos enjoyable.

[@jmlcolorado]

Lawrence LeBlanc you know how to scribe plywood perfectly to a brick wall now :)

[@Ribby00]

This works really nice when you have to finish cabinets against a wall as well. Just gotta make sure to hold the cabinetry level as you do the scribe

[@mteske1]

I remember when the Hilti rep came once and let all us office workers shoot the power actuated fasteners in the warehouse. So much fun!

[@kmylglaza1077]

Great video my man! Thank you! I'd personally also check before scribing if the board is in level. If the wall would be out of level then the board would come out out of level too even if you had your frame leveled. Cheers!

[@rickmcneil9566]

As far as I'm concerned Christmas has come early for me. For three days now I have been treated to DFW video....Great info. Thank you, keep them coming.

[@CorralsGarage]

The what moment was funny im not a professional but I have the what moments a lot but since i been watching this channel my what moments have gone down TY Finish Carpentry for making these educational videos for rookies like me

[@EddieCdeejay]

Great tip on how to work smarter. Looks good!

[@SuperDanhvo]

Wow. I appreciate this so very much. Especially the 45 degree to reduce the 3/4” board. Thank you.

[@jlcfinishcarpentry]

The ending was killer. The face you were making 😅😂

[@nowhereman112244]

Nice job, the only thing I would add, I'd also level the top of the plywood going away from the wall. In case the wall leans either in or out. Maybe you did check and it wasn't on the video. Nice work, enjoy watching, reminds me of my younger days before corded tools

[@JESTAz]

Great tip for any diy guys out there to do a nice finish PERFECCTTTT!!

[@malcolmbeaton5933]

Thanks allot for this video. The 45° tip was huge for me.

[@Bluecollar711]

I'm new to your channel brother and I can say that you are definitely one of the best Carpenters I've had a chance to speak to you in quite some time I love your channel and I love the time that you have dedicated to make sure that you are giving decent information to society my brother from another mother

[@joejoe-lb6bw]

Awesome tip and well explained. Now I have to go buy a brick house so I can practice it.

[@josemenjivar4336]

Amazing!!!! Love you work! Thanks for the tips and tricks

[@faded9043]

I learned this back in apprenticeship school, one of the best tricks for a finish carpenter

[@faded9043]

@@larrydaniels6532 of course! I'm a union carpenter lol

[@ilive4livemusic]

I like the way you do the back cut first. Hadn’t seen that before.

[@JoeDeGuidopastorforchrist]

I love getting fresh ideas. Thanks!

[@SonnyCal797]

Hahaha love the end funny shit and good Carpentry tricky my friend. Just a quick tip at you if you ever scribe something like the back of a cabinet and u want to remove minimal material just set the compass/scribe tool to the width of the biggest gap and you'll only take off the needed material leaving your material as long as possible. You probably knew this but you're always sharing great tips so I figured I'd throw this out there.

[@simonknowles4267]

That is simply brilliant.....from Tasmania Australia

[@farmerjim-fat-man-do]

Good video🖒 another tip to help prevent tear out when using the jig saw to scribe cut a chunk of wood. Regardless of the type of wood im cutting i always trace my scribe line with a new utility blade. Apply just enough pressure on the blade to score the grain. Dont let the saw come past the scribe line and most times you dont need to sand the cut. Keep the videos coming. Good to see people sharing proper techniques and methods in construction. Maybe cut down on the homeowner hack jobs over time...maybe

[@juanzavala4981]

I can't wait to.see more content! Your videos are well made! I didn't have any video to watch on KZbin for a while during my breaks. I build houses and just watching these videos I learn awesome tips and tricks and also helps get my brain working to think of some of myNown tips on the job. THANKS FOR THE AWESOME KNOWLEDGE.

[@Void-gn9zm]

The outro was pure gold. LMAO

[@tonydecleene4752]

A big thank you from a painter of almost 20 years

[@jamesmuglia3124]

Excellent craftsmanship

[@enriquerodrigues9388]

You do amazing work I like the detailing thank you for sharing

[@ryanallen3704]

Gangsta ending 🔫😂 quality tip! Keep up the great work. Love it.

[@skylarker9]

I keep the guide pin bent outward so the pin can ride the wall closer to the scribed piece.

[@don7777s]

Same as others, I never thought to 45 the end. This is why I watch videos I already "know" how to do. There is always a good tip out there waiting.

[@juncags1]

I love the disclaimer "No bricks were harmed in the making of this video". :-)

[@florentineortiz3274]

Dude! Love the details on all of your work!!! I’ve been watching your videos and I’ll like to say thank you for the unselfishly sharing your tricks of the trade. With an attitude of gratitude I wish upon you great success on your business!!!

[@twwtb]

The 45 deg cut is a great tip. Your compass will follow the contour better if you keep it straighter up instead of laid back. It can't trace the bottom half of the grooves very well when it is laid back.

[@denisvozian4791]

That’s exactly how I look when using one of those Ramset guns😂😂

[@robwaz1547]

🤣 😂 ya killed the brick , I Can still see the gleam in your eyes even with the shades. I would like to see more of the cutting good luck with the new home and all the videos that will bring

[@williamsparks2262]

The 45 is a great tip. What you missed is that you can open your compass to the amount of board that is over the other end and scribe to the exact cut. So if your board is 2 Inches longer than needed you can adjust the compass to 2 inches then Scribe. It makes a perfect end. Well done love the videos.

[@TCSwizz2]

Bahahahahahahaha 🤣🤣🤣 The end with the ramset was f$&@ing hilarious! Nice job on the scribe too. Never would have thought to 45 the back on the plywood. Thanks for the tip!

[@christopherkouri2317]

Very cool trick and shows that attention to detail. Nice job!

[@bmylesk]

I really like these quick tip vids that are under 8 or 10 min. Thx. Keep it up long time viewer.

[@rushtest4echo737]

Best 30 seconds I've seen on this channel to end the video! ROFL

[@pingpong9656]

The 45 is a really good idea - makes total sense.

[@Owen6906]

Man thanks for all of your content. You always keep in clear and concise. Keep up the awesome work.

[@timcaron9049]

I have used a compass to scribe a lot, but I never cut my board at 45 deg. This is a great trick that I will use the next time. Thanks a lot. Take care.

[@antonbriggs5680]

Using them 20/60v batteries in 20v tools results in no charging for a few days! Love it!

[@mattschoular8844]

Depending on how accurate you want to be, you may need to hold the stock level to the floor while you are describing the brick. Otherwise your mantle may slope towards....

[@spiralhelix]

I was thinking this same thing with it being level. Also, now that you have an uneven edge, how do you get your final dimensions? I would think you should cut your stock to the desired width PLUS the distance of the scribe (8" final + 1/2" scribe, cut 8.5") so when you cut the scribe, the piece will fit.

[@athhud]

Level doesn’t really matter in this scenario. You just have to make sure that the scribe doesn’t pivot while scribing. In other words maintain a perpendicular angle to the brick in regards the the pencil point. There are other scenarios like scribing around a curve that the scribe needs to change angle in relation to the piece that is being scribed though. No need to be precise on the dimensions of the panel before scribing. That can lead to wasted material. Just get you scribe cut fitted perfectly and then trim down the panel to the appropriate size, so you only have to do it once.

[@mattschoular8844]

Level and plumb always matters. The mantle needs to sit level with the sea from front to back. I do agree that you cut your length once the scribe is done.

[@tony5535]

Absolutely! Every time he changes the location of the "head" of the compass, the distance between the pint and the lead changes. But I only worked finish carpentry for almost 40 years, so Im not an expert. To all the peckerwoods who want to deny that fact knows nothing about physics. ANYTIME a change is made in Geometry, EVERY THING changes. Watching him do it, he changed the way he held it, every single time. But what do I and Pythagoras know?

[@jerrywhidby.]

I have seen a similar technique done with a small washer. You just let the washer ride the grooves, and the pencil lead rests against the inside circle of the washer.

[@brittharms978]

That compass is the way to go! Great work DFW!