Top 10 Tips for Wall Framing Layout on a New Subfloor

Larry Haun and Scott Grice share some smart tips for faster framing layout so you can master your next project.
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[@coryturner9140]

“If you’re snapping two lines, you’re costing someone money” this guy is great! What a legend and a great teacher.

[@chrisalister2297]

@10:17

[@watexp9435]

His name is Larry Haun, he has worked as a carpenter in southern California for four decades and has been a Habitat for Humanity volunteer since the 1980s. He has taught apprentice carpenters at a local community college for more than 20 years. Larry lives in coastal Oregon, where he continues to build houses for Habitat. Born: May 6, 1931, Harrisburg, Nebraska, United States Died: October 24, 2011, Coos Bay, Oregon, United States Siblings: Loretta Peterson, Margaret Greger, Jim Haun, Joe Haun I have never met him but I did cry when he passed away, RIP Larry

[@sergioaraiza6051]

El mejor maestro de carpintero muy bueno para trabajar

[@DXUR]

Gracias por la info, he aprendido mucho con sus video

[@lamarlane1747]

I'm not a carpenter, but I do small things around the house... listening to Larry's videos makes me feel like I could frame the White House.... such a detailed, meticulous instructor. 🏚🏠

[@johnnieves3017]

Larry and his videos are the reason im going to trade school for carpentry

[@psalms1441]

If you’re working with your hands and upkeeping your home, building something and anything- you’re a carpenter! Keep up the good work!

[@Konigkev]

Larry is the GOAT. Always a pleasure watching him and his partners teach us.

[@StayingBack71]

"It's a damn good chalk" Blackline just sold an extra 1,000,000 bottles sources say. Larry,You were the Best!

[@phillipwelch7867]

Larry Haun and his brother Joe are building legends, his knowledge is applied on millions of sites a day.

[@ralphdavis5777]

How lucky I was to break into framing with Larry and Joe. They seem real gentle and patient in these tapes, but they were also tough and demanding; kept you on your toes. I'm 71 and still touched to watch them.

[@four4four636]

Hows joe

[@AS-cu2rd]

I am wondering the same

[@k.d.8924]

"Larry Haun veteran framer" understatement of the year

[@fasteddieg]

I could watch these videos with Larry over and over again. His wealth of experience and knowledge is invaluable!

[@bFORCe2003]

A few months after this was posted he died. RIP Larry. Thats a wealth of knowledge gone, thankful he passed it on and in video form for generations to see and learn from.

[@Blazethebest3]

id love to have been trained by larry he seems so patient and fatherly

[@metusbatmanv3951]

+Blazethebest3 Agreed, would have been nice to work a site with him.

[@R7Romeo]

He also has a partner named Han solo or something, we watched this guy @ our tech school

[@josargor8179]

unless you love tough love i wouldn't wish it on you. was trained by a 70+ year old man. they're all the same.

[@SimgoWood]

@@josargor8179 tough love from elder carpenters, I agree

[@josargor8179]

@@SimgoWood "let me throw this chair at you to show you how much i care when you make mistakes" the one i got was pretty badass lol. lucky i never pissed him off that bad. but one of our labourers always got a mouthful.

[@306pako]

There are some men in history that are great. Larry is one

[@edawadezz]

RIP Larry Hon... At BCIT trades school near Vancouver B.C. Larry's videos are still taught to the students. I remember the first video we saw of him and everyone in the class was in aww at his skill and nailing speed/accuracy. larry is a one of the best examples of a true, legendary carpenter. I tip my hammer to you Larry

[@roxydog-db1pu]

Larry Haun ,One of the best ! RIP.

[@streetkombativesystem4704]

Larry was a Legend.

[@joshroten3997]

Larry: a true master of his craft.

[@675813281]

I hate the fact that with get old and die. I would love for Larry to be my teacher forever such a good human

[@longphan6504]

Larry H. and his brother are the best framers. I learned from his video cassette, I became pro. frame builder for 20 years.

[@TheBigjake04]

God I remember Larry from back in the day when I was in Construction Inspector School. I still watch his and Joe's videos for refresher occasionally.

[@CGwerx]

"It's costing somebody money, it's as simple as that". If I could just remember that, than I would be making a lot more money. Larry, you ROCK. Us fools can learn a lot from you, please make more videos....

[@heardian78]

Larry Haun and his brothers pretty much developed the modern day methodology of production framing.

[@samchamberlain3537]

Larry is amazing!!! I would give anything to work along side him on a build.... i just find myself eagerly hanging onto every last word. Just something as simple as snapping a line! Great carpenter legend

[@alexandrupreda4645]

I'm quite shocked to learn that Larry Haun has passed away... Can't believe it. I'm watching his vids on framing a house on a regular basis... it's so many information in them.... and his charisma was so high... Tx, Larry, and rest in peace...

[@strongholds12]

He didn't know much about proper nutrition.. he died from cancer

[@kip267]

@@strongholds12 half of everyone does Doctor Miguel

[@strongholds12]

@@kip267 huh

[@TheSKINNMAN]

Always listen to people like this he has been there for years. A life time of experience

[@omarr5902]

Ive been framing. For 10 years..the awl tool is very usefull..ever since i seen this video ..i kid you not i carry it with me at all times.no matter what trade your in,theres always room to improve and learn.

[@qwikdraw6088]

Larry is a true master of his trade. I love watching him work. Thanks for the video.

[@smalltownplaya712]

i'm guessing Larry could frame a tiny house in 4 hours, including cutting his own lumber from the neighbors douglas fir tree

[@dan9001]

Phillip Dean hahahaha

[@jasonstarr6419]

@@dan9001 + Phillip Dean, Yep, I laughed out loud at that one.. thankfully I wasn't drinking anything or I'd have to clean my monitor.

[@brikshoe6259]

Larry didn't cut lumber; the trees surrendered themselves into perfect 2x4 stacks.

[@robertenache8928]

@@brikshoe6259 You mean tuba 4s

[@brikshoe6259]

@@robertenache8928 Yessir!

[@anthonystutz9729]

Just started into carpentry last year after graduating high school started in commercial and recently switched to residential and the guys on the crew I am are old timers and I'm learning the old school quality over quantity style of carpentry and it's great

[@justinrutledge6090]

If you can join a union hall for carpentry I'm not sure how old you are but listen to a 38 year old who's been around the block an runs has his own business as a GC but mainly a subcontractor for framing, siding an finish work, if your 18,19,20, 30 years from now you could be retired with a full benefits an a hell of a retirement, then entire time your in the union you'll be safe an never have to take some of the risk that come with residential work, plus the pay is phenomenal!!! Maybe 4 years till your a journeymen but you'll be making $40 plus dollars an hour with full benefits, 401k an retirement, no residential business is going to give this to you. Be retired by 50 an live your life!!!

[@freedomofspeech9323]

Simply, this man is a legend of construction. Greetings from Poland

[@seasonedtoker]

I have seen Larry's old videos and a few of yours and it didn't catch my attention until now that this is the same guy! he is a legend

[@rksmith5273]

The first video I ever watched on construction was with Larry and his brother Joe. Haven't seen another artist on construction since. He was GREAT at construction.

[@jeremycastillo5711]

When I first saw Larry was in a class for construction carpentry in 2013. Very knowledgeable and I would love to work for this man....

[@KentuckyFriedClassic]

Well thats weird bc larry passed in 2011

[@eliaspeters5654]

XeX Classic I think he meant he saw a video of him in his class.

[@brada7458]

It's a pleasure to watch a professional

[@mary8273]

Rest in peace Larry I really love your videos I hope you don’t stop making them

[@BBTthetank]

That was a really nice thing to say. Yes you can learn a lot from the old. I have a good friend who's been an electrician for 45 years, with 26 of those years in the Navy as an aviation electrician. The gentleman is very smart and very wise.

[@kevins2033]

I carry an awl and a crayon in my bags everyday because of Larry. One of my favorite teachers.

[@liamturner3267]

I love Larry. I want to work on site all my life. You're never too big or smart for site work, people forget that.

[@gametime5726]

When Larry talks\talked you just shut your mouth and listen. Such a wealth of knowledge… a true master. RIP

[@byronbuxton8214]

Been working like Larry for years! He's old school and damned good too. Still grafting and sharp as a knife when this video was filmed. Total respect for him! I've worked in Germany, Holland, New Zealand and the USA as well as serving my apprenticeship in the UK and working on various kind of projects. I have learned techniques from all over the place but still adopt this fail safe method when it comes to framing! I would never work with two lines snapped, why would you need to? If the timber lines up to one line then in theory it should be right! If it's right on one line but not on the second then that's a timber discrepancy and that's easily detectable when inspecting your materials! These old boys cant be wrong if they're still doing it! Hats off to Larry Haun!

[@byronbuxton8214]

Sorry only just seen your message. When I first worked in Germany I could already count in German and new a few words from my dad who was based there when in the armed forces. I just began to pick the language up myself then. The basics came very quickly out of necessity and the rest just followed. Although my German is very slangy I can hold a conversation with most people and work and converse well in construction speak! As for Holland, there is a connection with German but the Dutch people don't like to convert directly to German. They're mainly very good English speakers in Holland so it's rare for anyone who speaks English to encounter language problems there! Hopes this helps you. Happy New Year.

[@byronbuxton8214]

I worked for a company that was based in Nijmegen in Holland when first working in Germany. German companies couldn't hire seasonal workers back then so they got round it by hiring via Holland. Later I worked through UK based companies. Parkstone European and Brobar construction both of which I believe have folded but you could always google them. Nowadays you can search jobs on line for anywhere in the EU or go in the job center or whatever it is they call it now. I enjoyed most of it. Germany was much harder work but Holland could be frustrating trying to get things done especially on huge sites as they are so laid back. Good luck.

[@J0rd4nBr0]

+Byron Buxton where in nz were u?

[@byronbuxton8214]

Christchurch, then travelling north and south island.

[@Prorab261]

Larry legend, learned to build on his books and videos, super people. he is exactly in paradise

[@borgman6672]

Love the finehomebuilding series. These are the most sought after skilled videos and books in my opinion!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Tons of good Knowledge in this video. Many ways to "skin a cat" and he shows us one of the tried and true methods.

[@dadgad68]

What a wealth of knowledge from that man. May you r.i.p.Larry and thank you for your inspiration.

[@jimmyberry5363]

I would have loved to have had the opportunity to work around and with Larry. I love his style and wisdom.

[@jasonHadley420]

i love learning from the ole timers.. they have so much knowledge its crazy...

[@alexprokhorov407]

I wish he were my dad. Rip, Larry. Lots of respect. Hope you can build a dreamhouse upstairs. Your pupil

[@chvydrptop]

Larry was the best, RIP you taught me a lot!

[@jerryblankenship9627]

LARRY GOT ME A RAISE

[@CoRpusCoLLossuM]

Larry Haun is so awesome. One of my heroes!

[@donsjuand]

Intelligent, introspective, knowledgable. Good stuff.

[@miked8227]

I would starve if I did this for a living, way too slow and like to admire my work too much. Watching this kinda kicks me in the ass and inspires me. If I was a contractor working for me, I’d fire my ass on the spot. But hey the price is right , I always seem to be the low bidder.

[@khmerfreedom7441]

We love you Mr.Larry and love your show YOU are the best, May God bless you and your business

[@Twilightblue7]

Oh, so here they are! Man, I've been looking for videos like this for the few last years!!! I notice (from one of the comments below) that Larry Haun passed away, may he R.I.P. That old-timer seem to really know his stuff and was a great guy to work with (no school like school, saying respectfully).

[@AdamBogan]

I love this older man!! He is awesome. :)From a fellow builder in Champaign Illinois

[@pacrod6733]

Larry, is a Smart Man! I wish I can get as good as him one day.. Love watching him

[@pbee73]

RIP Larry, you were the greatest inspiration and asset to the building industry!

[@bluesman97]

Thanks for the memories Larry !

[@tyson786000]

RIP Larry. You the man. Great vids and a GREAT GUY.

[@HEAVENLYGL0RY1]

Larry Haun is the man, I must of watched his dvd's 100 times. Being out a new series Larry!

[@albertoramirez5820]

I learned a lot from Larry. I recently was accepted in the Carpenter Union.

[@Christian_sama]

I should be up on the list soon. Any head up for a newcomer? Also, hows it going

[@MAR108]

Stay humble and work lol, too many annoying lazy babies.

[@PrecisionTaping]

Ya, these guy's are pro! Great instruction and great video! Very clear and precise.

[@potatosalad5355]

Larry Haun ...LEGEND!

[@MrAndroid91]

I wish i was that black shirt man, adding new knowledge directly from my idol like this is a dream.. 10 years after this vid published, and I still get something from both of these masters

[@sustainableliving880]

Love the mutual respect! Great job guys.

[@bikeninja956]

nice tips and tricks here, hopefully will be framing my own home one day. Thank you!

[@vinasmj]

I learned alot from old school larry..great job...🇺🇸👍👍👍

[@randyarcher1206]

I’ve been an auto tech for more than 35 yrs now ....and very handy in the carpentry area as well pretty much done it all as they say Always worked with my hands and mind . Wouldn’t be a problem hanging up the wrench and switching to the carpentry trade at all !! Always gravitated to that area .Given the opportunity 👍🏼😎

[@edardonn2053]

the best teacher ever ,absolutely...rip Larry Haun

[@kato2531]

Larry legend... God father of production framing.

[@semmes5342]

Larry....world renowned never forgotten

[@shaundonovan2193]

Very well presented sir. Good video

[@DoubleBogeyBaker]

In case you don’t know, this Larry Haun guy is a freaking legend! And he was doing it for 40+ years driving 16 penny nails by hand! They don’t make ‘em like this dude anymore

[@rancetm]

Great video thanks guys!

[@ajs96350]

I upvote anything with Larry in it.

[@kevinbaird7277]

In this world where insincerity is a everywhere, we hear from a man from a different time and see what we missed, a lot.

[@carpenter33]

I wish I had met Larry in person. He seems to be such a good man.

[@spokojnyczowiek8331]

Thank You Larry.

[@MrApaHotel]

Tubasix :-)

[@RandyLott]

Very good advice. As an engineer, I find them to be easy to work with rather than the general meat-head types that don't know what parallel means.

[@Weldemall2]

Now that is a true carpenter great job on your vids

[@Realivanflores]

Awesome video!

[@baljeet50]

very good...loved it

[@mantis-mike5882]

Larry Legend

[@williamdon3442]

The grand daddy of wall banging. His sidekick joe as well. It’d definitely be an honour working beside that man.

[@singhA1968]

dear larry all your video is a mile stone for next generations

[@myronsmith2114]

He was like a Samurai with that circular saw

[@RShomeimprovements]

I just start watching Larry's videos , sad he pass away . Looks like he was master of framing and so cool man .

[@smegddic]

WOW. Thanks for the vids

[@vanguardoftruth4166]

Ugh I wish I could work with you guys! I would love to live in Oregon learning the art of carpentry.

[@nickadiemus]

"we don't mark tubafors" thanks larry. there all great tips. the awl and single line snap especially. i also liked the one to hold the snap line down in the middle and snap on both side.

[@chrishastings]

Larry is the best ever.... its the code!

[@henrymencia9153]

Cool great tips thanks

[@dawg1157]

I don't know about you guys...but I would think it would be a tremendous honor to work with Larry Haun.

[@normandowell3474]

I like how Larry is all about efficiency. If you’re wasting time with extra steps then you are costing someone money. I wire houses and this is true for all residential tradesmen if it don’t make dollars then it don’t make sense.

[@josephleonardo4411]

I wish I had a opportunity to work with Larry RIP my fellow carpenter

[@2471daj]

eyyy out more videos abiut this project Larry is the Man.

[@benhart6169]

Rip larry haun wish I had you to teach me all your knowledge.

[@betocarranza6306]

Ben Hart he wrote a very good book.

[@theapotheosisofgdot2294]

This old man knows his shit!!! And that chalk is some good shit

[@m.asifkhan699]

I wish for Lary to stay healthy and active life ahead. Good luck Lary. Respect from Mohammed Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

[@rayhindle642]

I have seen Larry's three videos on building a complete house, I hope. he was able to pass on all his knowledge as he grew older. It would be a shame for that knowledge to be lost. Good old Larry........Ray H. From England.