Modern Carpentry and Change!!! Hanging doors the modern way with MDF door linings and new hinge jig

[@messenger8279]

I worked in a UK Joinery shop years ago and we had the fastest method of hinge fitting on a new door and frame. You lay the door in the frame on the floor Then with all the correct gaps and using the correct dia size router bit ( equal to total thickness of the hinge when closed). With the fence set accordingly you simply plunge the bit into the door and frame to the correct depth. Continue plunge cutting then move back and forth to clear. Then remove the door and clean out the rounded ends with a sharp chisel. If you have lots to do this will cut both door and frame its less than a few mins. No jigs no fuss.

[@SuperSzlachcic]

Sir,it's really pleasure to watch you.I was rise in the time and country which was occupied by soviets and there was nothing on the shelves,so DIY was the only way to make something out of nothing with very basic tools and that pushed people to learn new skills.For example As a kids if we wanted to go skiing we had to make our own ski or sled.We built a tree houses,a shed,a chicken coop,that was hard and in the same time lovely childhood and by that i loved to work with wood

[@SteS]

We didn't have a Robin Clevett on KZbin years ago. Thanks for sharing your wisdom R🔨C.

[@terrymanthorpe1454]

well when I was a chippy building Brighton polytechnic , Friday lunch time was going to the ship Lewis road and having a couple off pints served by topless barmaids , it was absolute choker ,

[@grahamsly4912]

As I sit and watch your content being a retired carpenter remembering these cold days where I suffered with chapped fingers and starting at a company where went to site measured back to the workshop manufactured the joinery then site fixed what you have produced my how it’s changed.I had a full life of all aspects of carpentry now no more chapped fingers and really enjoy watching your channel from the comfort of my chair.

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for watching Graham

[@lindaarmstrong5972]

Yes, I am a woman and I love watching, I wish that my brother who is at retirement age could have had all these years ago, although he is aware of lots of new stuff on the market now. Great show

[@ukconstruction]

@@lindaarmstrong5972 Welcome Linda really glad to have you here, thanks for watching my channel too

[@robertmoseley6457]

I too am a retired carpenter my goodness how things have changed, leading edges are a thing of the past it seems and there's no need to get the screws at 6 o clock ! Well done Robin look forward to the next vid ?#!

[@ukconstruction]

@@robertmoseley6457 Thanks Robert

[@rotormasher]

A man that takes huge pride in his work, a rare thing this days sadly!

[@conorlavery4762]

Even with all the modern tools and gadgets it's still easy to spot a truly expert craftsman at work........ no modern equipment on the job site can ever replace an attitude to precision and accuracy that results in quality work no matter what the tool being used........ some guys can have "all the gear and no idea"........ Excellent content as always Robin...... keep it up.

[@lakispattalis2506]

I so enjoy the tech you display and show it in full use. My original ply tool box with yankee, brace & bits, router, smooth and jack planes stare at me every day, remiinding me of the the transition from boy to man during my apprenticeship. Im 57 now and still feels great working. Love all the tips and tricks. Please keep up this great display of craftsmanship. So inspiring. Thanks

[@barrysmith3123]

After watching one of your other videos with mdf linings, I had 6 to do at my own house. I cut and primed the mdf myself as the walls were all over the place. I got a couple of new doors off site that were getting skipped, and made them up as you demonstrated with a 2mm packer all round. I made a few jigs , again after watching another of your videos, to cut out the hinges before screwing together and the same after I had fitted the pre finished doors with the latches and keeps. Really pleased with the results so thanks for sharing your knowledge. Enjoyed doing it as well as I’m a sparky by trade.

[@ukconstruction]

Nice one Barry you are very skilled mate, then again most sparkies are!!

[@simonlunt353]

As a joiner my self like you sir l have seen so many changes l do love these jigs and have made a few in my time but I did grow up with the old ways as my dad was a joiner but he did 7 years apprenticeship so he taught me a lot and in his day he could hang 20 doors a day the old way great job you are doing sir 👍 love all your bits for your drill l have a full set of trend dam good set great video stay safe 👍

[@peterwalton1502]

Another enjoyable video Roger. Who would have thought that we would have some of the best teachers in the world teaching us from the comfort of our armchair 👍👍👍

[@johnmorrissey1675]

I always keep the finish screws ,hang the doors with spaks or such ,when doing your last snag list replace the screws no snap off or burned heads . Great video enjoyed looking back 😊🍀🇮🇪👏

[@ukconstruction]

Thats a great method mate and quite often I do ghos too!!!

[@briansearles7342]

Me too

[@plasticbob556]

Same same

[@tonyrhodes484]

Barely 5 seconds go past with out a little gem popping out. Fantastic presentation. Thank you Robin.

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Elfin4]

I still have my wood tool box that I made as an apprentice 42 years ago and inside the hand drill, jack plane, hand brace and Yankee. Even found a tin of tallow that we used to use to help putting in stainless steel screws. Its amazing how the trade has progressed with technology and made the Joiners life a little easier.

[@houtslager]

Me too , which reminds me, I need to re do the saw till locking handles and give it a lick of paint

[@T.E.P.]

gotta say i like how you bring in philosophy and larger ideas ... kinda into building .... it's a great strength of your channel how your make your choices! stellar job always

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

Well said Eric, Jim

[@AlbertLai-qs1dd]

You are smart carpenter. Doing jobs in a clever way. I am very appreciated what your sharing! Great Thanks!

[@markrobinson3060]

Good video and great work ive been hanging doors this way for quite a few years now with template cutter and jig you can easily make the jig yourself on a chop saw just using off cuts of ply no need to get or pay someone else to cnc one we also install locks with a homemade jig also no need to keep lifting door into frame to mark hinge cuts just use one off the door jams as a staff just remember to overhang the staff from top of door to allow for the gap cheers good stuff

[@andrewspence4934]

Such a genuine, insanely skilled & accurate tradesman. Always a delight to watch. Thanks for these clips!

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you Andrew for watching mate

[@kerrylyons278]

He was one of the fortunate ones that got to go to college but you're right insanely skilled and accurate. I loved working with those smart guys like him ; always learned something i could keep for the rest of my life.

[@jospend]

Robin thank you for the foresight in sharing your knowledge of new techniques, as a tradesman of some 30 years it's great to see the change in attitudes towards information and practices for the improvement of the trades quality for us all!!! many thanks again Robin, long may it continue on youtube !! will definitely continue to watch!!

[@diddywright6165]

Innovation in power tools has moved on significantly over the years, I often wonder what we did post “multi tool”! I rout out hinges now but there’s something more tactile chopping them out by hand and it’s nice to revisit from time to time. I think the biggest change is how long it takes to pack up every day with the plethora of tools we now carry, I often look around thinking “ I can’t believe how much gear I used for that one job!”.

[@jockstewart8793]

You are 100% spot on - you have to roll with the times and instead of complaining you have embraced new technology and see the benefits. I'm enjoying your videos, they inspire and let me appreciate good workmanship - thank you.

[@superiorbeing95]

I had to install an integrated fridge in kitchen recently, airbags made it so much easier than last time, brilliant bits of kit

[@ukconstruction]

Great to hear!

[@pedrostokoe1980]

Im A Bricklayer of 21 year and i coulld watch you all day very theraputic

[@disklamer]

I recently found a Yankee at a thrift store, I just had to take it home for old times' sake. So many old tools are just amazingly built and wonderful to use and even if they are no longer the most efficient, it's sometimes nice to use the tools that something was originally built with. For example on old brass or copper screws that are used to hold in doorsteps and hinges, if you use a modern hardened flathead on them it marrs the slot and you destroy the head, but the old, softer and thicker blade style grips them perfectly and does not leave a mark. So now any time I work in an old building the Yankee comes along just for those screws.

[@phalimmaguire6069]

30 years on the tools but still enjoy watching how other people approach carpentry ! interesting video

[@richkellow1535]

Robin,......the man who never changed his mind never changed anything.

[@MrWaynehaywood]

21:53 Robin after watching several of your videos, I’ve picked up some great tips on hanging doors, and what types of router bits, and your hinge jigs look superb, I’m gonna buy one. Thanks

[@paulashford4155]

As someone who knows zero carpentry.. love the videos!! Great to see how it is done.

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@WeeShooey]

As an avid DIYer I love your Chanel and it helped when I built my summerhouse 3 years ago. Regarding change, I started DJing 25years ago using my small vinyl record collection and a pair of twin decks. I now use a MacBook Pro, 5tb hard drive with 6,ooo music videos, DJ controller, led lighting, projector, & screen, TVs, etc and the list goes on. I still love my job and like you have moved and changed with the times. I still play the vinyl records in the summerhouse now on occasions. Keep up the good work.

[@ukconstruction]

Awesome!!! Great example of change Hugh!!

[@johnchang3810]

Robin you are an absolute master craftsman. I'm a builder from NZ and I love your work. Thank You for all your knowledge. Brilliant!!!

[@jimcraiggeezer]

So many changes in the 35 years I've been a chippy.. Screwing plasterboard, battery tools.. Insulation.. But, I do find younger tradesmen haven't got the basic knowledge that I was taught in relation to marking out and setting out which I think is a shame.. Your channel has definitely helped with that so thanks for the good information that you have made clear to the young people, cheers.

[@russelldavis7108]

Modern carpentry tools are great but we also have to factor in the amount of time it takes to set all these different tools up in the morning then put them all back in the van at night and then worry about getting them nicked. Good work btw.

[@0000kris0000]

Yeah and the space they take up, I’m constantly getting in my own way or looking for another tool that I’ve put down somewhere lol.

[@plasticbob556]

Biggest change really is the amount of tools I have and the quality of finish I can achieve onsite, I started 40 years ago,back then I had a 30 inch canvas tool bag with a 3 foot level plonked on top,slung on my shoulder and off I went to work, even getting on buses and tubes, most sites shared drills and skill saws etc,there were no electric drill drivers then, they first appeared as Makita pair/sets ,2 in one case with big long handles which held the long batteries ,I only had the loved but somewhat scary at times Yankee ratchet screwdriver, thought that was well tech at the time, now I have thousands of pounds worth of power tools Makita, Festool Milwaukee the obligatory stuff, I can achieve high quality results onsite but I do look back on the simplicity of site work of 40 years ago, I don’t miss having to sharpen and set my saws tho .give me a brand new £10 quid saw and they are a joy to use ,I seem to have a different screw for a host of different situations different screwdriver bits,it now feels like you set up a workshop onsite ,I love it but lugging loads of gear around feels like your the drummer in band , great time to be a skilled carpenter tho .

[@garypautard1069]

Yes plastic bob I remember the Yankee spiral screwdrivers when they first appeared on the UK. These were first used by a TV -DIY chap named Barry Bucknall . I was an apprentice sparks and so we could now fix electric sockets and switches screws at lighting speed ( great because we were on price work) my first Yankee cost me half a weeks wage.

[@kerrylyons278]

WOW ! 75 year old man. I never realized how much the industry has advanced. If I started now I would have to learn everything new ! Loved your video maybe one or two more then I'll go watch some Girley's dancing. I love the shuffle especially dancing to Elvis songs I learned many years ago. Wish I could do carpentry and still dance...for and with my lovely wife of 72, of course !

[@ukconstruction]

I like the shuffle dance videos too!!! they are captivating!!!! the main changes are all our modern tools that speed up the process!!!

[@Simonsimps]

I'm a brickie and not much has changed with my tools, A trowel, level, corner blocks and line. Corner profiles are brilliant nowadays. Brick grabs are great for loading out, saves stacking the bricks before lifting them. And like you said, laser levels for transferring levels around the foundations etc. Brilliant video. Cheers.

[@harveysmith100]

Radios with charging batteries! Oh yes, cordless grinders

[@Simonsimps]

@@harveysmith100 I used the make a box from ply with a car radio and 6 inch jbl's in either end powered by a small car battery inside. That was rechargeable, does that count lol. Of course we have a makita radio now which is a lot lighter.

[@harveysmith100]

@@Simonsimps Great job, yes I think that qualifies as a rechargeable radio. From one trowel to another, stay safe.

[@paulwright903]

Hi Rob, I really enjoyed this video, I don’t think you stop learning, I started doing maintenance in schools over twenty years ago, I think the biggest thing that I noticed was electric drill/ drivers, not getting tired arms and being a lot quicker, my first one was an AEG 7.2volt, on low torque was really good. Swopping cross head screws from slot ones as well. I have watched a lot of your videos you are very good and make it look easy. Keep going. Thanks Paul

[@alitawfik4451]

As a joiner… love watching your videos and try and pick new skills to help me in my jobs! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@davidjones7039]

Great video's, my Dad was a carpenter 'old school' and I worked on and off with him for as long as I can remember, he sadly passed away in 2014 at the age of 60! Miss him loads and now that I am renovating my own home never needed him more! Robin is brilliant as his videos give me the confident to tackle the joinery myself with the combination of the teachings of my Dad and the inspiration of these video's...TOP CHANNEL A+++++++++

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you David, I lost my Dad a couple of years before that, and like your Dad mine was an oracle of knowledge albeit not carpentry but virtually everything else! thanks for your kind words mate and good luck with your renovations!!

[@BrendanCotter-n5h]

Thanks Robin for sharing all your knowledge and expertise keep the videos coming

[@martin0k941]

Love watching your videos. You are so meticulous and your knowledge is wonderful. I have fibromyalgia and there are days I can hardly do a thing for the pain and exhaustion. I have a lot of tools mostly cheap and apart from a dewalt combi driver set mostly electric. I have been unable to work for 4 years so recently I found your channel and been watching several videos. I would like to change some of my Corded tools for cordless which I'm hoping allows me to potter about with wood when I have good days. My hope is to get metabo. Maybe one day. Anyway keep up the good work and I will continue to enjoy. 👍👍

[@jeffbradley8783]

We are fortunate in some regards for pre-manufacture of building components and technology of tools. Thanks for sharing Rob

[@Thundercun7]

I'm sure Robin must do this as well, because he LOVES using timber to mark things. When I'm marking off my hinges I use a rod, cut 3-4mm bigger than your door. Mark that 3-4mm off at the top of the rod, that represents the gap between the door and the frame. Hold the rod against the frame, mark where your hinges are. Then when transferring them to your door, hold the rod onto your door edge, with the 3-4mm overhanging the top of the door, mark the hinges and they should be bang on. It's easier again on most commercial jobs now, sometimes domestic, where you even get pre-hung doors! Hinges ready routed for you. Admittedly I feel it takes some of the skill element out of it, but it saves A LOT of time. I still enjoy chopping out my own hinges, and I will route them most of the time, but sometimes I still like getting the chisels out and keeping the old skill in practice! Love your videos Robin, even as a carpenter myself I still love watching all your tips and tricks. Keep it up mate! 😁👍

[@Malmes999]

Opening leaf hinge on the door! I was taught that way.. and is the correct way not many joiners know that seen loads put them on wrong! I still use a chisel or a nicker with a chamfer on bottom of the door to jack the door up.. old school I know. to stop veneer or ply door chipping good video. no air bags! they for cars :-)

[@neilthurman1864]

Hi Robin I have watched you quite a lot i and not a carpenter but a very keen DIYer with a lot of projects under my belt over the years, I am an A/C eng and in my trade the new innovation is pressfit pipe connections i know they have used them in the plumbing and heating trade for a number of years And i have used them for chilled water pipework and love it but as we work with higher pressures it was getting the confidence to use them but with hot work on sites etc getting harder We had to move that way but i have done a number of projects now all ok so that’s new innovation that’s very time saving and safer way to work Anyway keep up the good work and keep safe Regards PTI

[@ukjoiner1619]

4 1/2 is a smoothing plane. 5 1/2 is a Jack plane. Just for our cousins across the Pond 1st fixing is all carpentry work completed before plastering such as roofing, flooring, windows, exterior doors etc while 2nd fixing is carpentry installed after plastering for e,g, internal doors, architrave, shirting, kitchens fitted bedroom units etc. But Joinery is wooden items made in a joinery shop as e,g, doors, stairs, windows, wardrobes, wall panelling, goose or swan-necked handrails/returns/wreaths, furniture. Joiners make it and Carpenters (Chippies) fix/fit it.

[@joe2mercs]

Plastic shims are a time saver, especially if you are working on an older property.

[@OfficeBoyBuilder]

Just bought one of these Jigs as I've got 14 doors to hang in our extension. Looking forward to using it!

[@robertbamford8266]

Tools, materials. 👍. Skills, ability, experience. 👍👍. Interest in learning. 👍👍👍. Thanks for the video!

[@300leothelion]

Funny how we’re all doing things differently. I use the 6mm makita Router free hand to recess hinges and Chisel out with a sharp Chisel. You’re right about mdf linings. They seem popular.But I prefer softwood. Ball bearing hinges are the best thing I’ve seen for a long time. Thanks for sharing. Look forward to other videos. Greetings from wales. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😁👍🏻

[@deadleaves3693]

I just found your channel - you have a ton of great content! I have little jigs for all my common hardware, strike, hinges, mortice lock coverplates. So quick and looks perfect every time. I also run all my screws across a bit of wax (bees wax or candle) before going into MDF. you could use a bar of soap or any dry lube. That squeal you hear is the MDF glue reactivating with heat from friction and trying to glue the screw in place. I bit of lube stops all that gruntin and groanin!

[@beva123]

Lovely video. I’ve only been in the world of carpentry since just before my 30th birthday. I’m 33 now and have learnt loads and can thank you for some of that. I feel I picked things up fairly quickly as I’ve got a background in metalwork but I love my new career! My boss was having a similar chat with me the other day saying how incredible it is the kit we can all buy now! Keep the videos coming. I had an apprentice before lockdown and pointed him in the direction of your channel so really hope he can learn as much from you as I have. Cheers mate!

[@Jazzwayze]

Hi Robin. I enjoy watching your channel, which has helped me through lockdown to quite an extent. So thanks for that. You mentioned the struggles we used to have with the Yankee screwdriver. I quite agree. Way back in the 1960s, I was once faced with the job of panelling out a client's 'den'. This required laying plywood panels on a grid of tiling lath, applied in 18" squares, on all four walls! A zillion screws! To speed things along, I tried masonry nails, but that was fraught with flying bits of nail, and so on. So I broke out the Yankee screwdriver. While I was sorting out the correct sized bit, I had an idea. My Stanley-Bridges drill (Which I still use BTW) was lying idle, and it had two speeds, and a reverse function. Yes even back then! So I chucked the Yankee screwdriver bit into the drill. I was worried about chewing up the bit, but decided it was a reasonable sacrifice. And, whey-hey! I had a drill-driver! I didn't chew up the bit either. Now, I can't claim that I invented that obviously, but I had never seen it done by anyone else at that time. It became standard practice for me! It wasn't perfect and I had to watch the speed. But it was a real time-saver! I am retired now, and just use woodwork as a hobby. I can afford time to use old tools; or some of the improved new makes! Enjoying my senior status, too. So, over to you brother, and more power to your elbow. Best of luck Robin. Auld John in Brum! .

[@ukconstruction]

Great Story John, really glad you enjoy the channel, many thanks for engaging and commenting stay well and much respect to you Sir

[@garfstiglz3981]

My late father always said you learn a new thing every day. I never knew about the fitting of hinges in that the part of the hinge that has two fixing points around the pivot fixes to the door and the three points to the frame. Makes sense for weight distribution if thought about. Thanks.

[@richardjreynolds6166]

I greatly appreciate you sharing this knowledge, as a time served joiner who left the profession to come back to it, this is invaluable!

[@willbee6785]

We are hear today where I wanted to be 40 years ago. Then I told my lifelong friend when on a job, you know what we need; a battery drill, he said, you would need a car battery. Yes, I said, but it will shrink over time. We still talk about it. I still see ideas to evolve the trades. Robin, I enjoy your vids so much. Keep it going.

[@AntonyGoodall]

Super video. A great insight into how things have changed. A joy to watch you work. Thanks for sharing!

[@dunch1988]

I started my time 14 years ago and my journeymen were very old fashioned. Everything was done by hand. I wasn't allowed to use a drill until I could mortice a lock with a brace and bit. We hand cut and ripped all finishings for our door and window contracts and everything was nailed with a hammer then punched below the surface. Changed days now!!

[@needaman66]

I finished my time Jan 81, we had an elec saw and very little else

[@delboy6364]

That's how I was taught. Tools first then the toys after😂 best way. U learn to feel a job rather than bish bash bosh🛠

[@TheLegend-nx3mm]

Great video, Robin I was a locksmith in 70s and 80s remember using the hand drill to pilot holes or a bradel, and brace and bit fit locks. Every thing has changed, excellent workmanship. Kind regards Danny uk

[@johndavid6199]

Nice video. I started on site with a box of basic hand tools, there was no electricity on sites so used a brace and bit on wood and masonry chisels on brick. The main time savers were the ratchet screwdriver and a bow saw, this was in the 70’s.

[@dunch1988]

Regarding the knuckles on the hinges, my lecturer told me "Most to the post" and it's stuck with me ever since!!

[@glenr834]

Me too!

[@markmills7640]

Thats the one I was tought too most to the post perfect saying and rightly tightey leftey loose haha

[@Dave5843-d9m]

Putting “most to the post” just looks right. If that sounds too organic, the great man Reginald Mitchell (who designed the Spitfire) said, “if it looks right then it probably is right”.

[@afbwelsh]

I was taught most to the post, least to the beast

[@Spetsnaz0o1]

I was taught "most to the post", and remembered it because it rhymed. Then as an apprentice another apprentice said "No, it's more to the door, easy to remember because it rhymes" Was fucking stumped for a while, couldn't figure out which one of us was right haha

[@henrymurphy5284]

Traditionally, tradesmen didn't like sharing their tips and trick because they assumed by doing so they were creating competition. I have always been of the mindset that if you are worried about the competition, you need to pull your socks up and improve. I love your videos Robin. You are a great inspiration. Keep up the great work.

[@m.v.k4681]

I used to sell hand told to DIY shops and Builders Mearchant’s, then I saw a shop being fitted out and noticed the joiners tool kit. He had a circular saw, a jig saw, an electric plainer and so on. All those were mains powered in those days. It was then I realised why I was having a hard time selling HAND TOOLS. A few months later, my job came to an end, and I had to find another job, I ended up working in a retail shop for the next 15 years until I retired. Even that’ sort of job going the journey now. Thanks for your fantastic videos Robin.

[@johnmorrissey1675]

Still have my yankey , great for taking of old doors still have my old Elu CHOP saw and working 😅👍👏🇮🇪🍀

[@billrimmer5596]

I am a mechanic and use KZbin a lot. Scanner Danner, Diagnose Dan and South Main Auto r super channels. Battery tools r so light and convenient. Scan tools with bi directional controls r a huge change. England is so very advanced in carpentry. And u r a wonderful source of knowledge. Nomenclature in England is so different. What is MBF? The stuff your door jambs r made of. Here we call it particle board, I think. Here, particle board is junk. They use a lot of pre hung doors here. I really enjoyed the tour of the house u sold. And am following the house I think u r building for yourself with those HUGE doors and pool. A real treat when a Robin vid comes out. Thank u!!

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks Bill, thanks for watching

[@manfredbobski8114]

Thank you for another great video, I always enjoy watching someone who genuinely loves their work. One thing that does not change is replacing the special centering drills bits with a regular drill bit after breaking the original drill bit. Glad to know someone else can't be bothered as well. Cheers! 15:49

[@garethblake3941]

As usual excellent video and commentary. I feel one of the biggest thing which has happen to the building industry as you have rightly remarked along side all over advances is the ever increasing number and range of battery powered hand tools now available to all which you have highlighted in many a video. Keep up the good work and stay safe.

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks Gareth

[@markphilpot4672]

Hi Robin, love the channel and the passion you have for your work. I've noticed a few times that you've mentioned your eyes getting old!! We're of a similar age and I had my eyes lasered a few years ago and it got me thinking why you haven't gone down that path. Especially with one eye, 'pardon the pun' on innovation and modern technology as you do. Specifically one of my eyes is focused for reading and the other for distance, so I get the best of both worlds. It completely changed my life after a lifetime of wearing glasses.

[@ukconstruction]

Wow Mark, I need glasses for reading can they fix that with laser?

[@markphilpot4672]

@@ukconstruction Yes, definitely. The only trade off is that your eyes are not perfect at either end of the spectrum. So not 100% at a distance or 100 % for reading. Having said that the only time I struggle is for very small print if the light is bad. You certainly wouldn't need them for working. BTW, I'm not on commission here, lol, just trying to offer some useful info to someone who is probably as fed up with specs as I was. Let me know if you want more info, I'd be happy to share my experiences of the surgery with you

[@johnnythunder1076]

I served my time in the early 80’s. As an apprentice on site I wasn’t allowed to use a Yankee until I’d mastered using a screwdriver properly. Oh how things have changed for the better. Great video.

[@craigpeel5995]

Great vid Robin. It’s still nice to be able to do it all with hand tools though, we mustn’t lose the skills that take years to learn.👍

[@georgel3657]

When I was an apprentice my tutor wouldnt let me use any power tools, "when you can master it with hand tools it will be a piece of piss with power tools". Id be doing fire check doors on my own with a couple planes and hip brace drill lol. This isn't even "the ol days" because I'm 32!. I don't work with any apprentices now but id be interested to see how they're working

[@ianplant6330]

@@georgel3657 -I would say be thankful that you have had good tuition-You never know when you may need to use those hand skills again.

[@Excel510]

great video, so precise and informative, you make it look all so easy. Thanks Robin.

[@obamabeard]

i always fit the lock in the door and router out the keep at the same time im doing the hinges, that way you aint gotta cart all your tools around the house to fit all the locks. Keeps all the mess in the same place too

[@davidelborn4039]

Robin Clevett your an absolute legend and an icon for all people in the trade the way you work and the way you come across as a person would love to meet you one day as I’m a young joiner myself and I can say it’s you and your videos that inspire me and keep me moving forward so thanks robin keep it up 👍🏻

[@thetessellater9163]

Yes, Robin, we really do appreciate you sharing your knowledge and your enthusiasm for getting it right every time; so many have learnt so much from you. Hoping for this coming year....

[@bigmonkey999888]

Hi Robin, your videos and presentation style is superb. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Steve

[@harrybrown6859]

Another cracking video from your vast array of loveable works .. like yourself I’m a traditionalist, just slightly older than yourself but the real changes in the trade are astounding .. not always fantastic I have to say.. but amazing nonetheless .. Huge thank you for your fantastic posts .. I love watching you work 👍

[@gmcallsuk]

Yankee's to battery drills has to be up there in the 'Change' along with affordable laser levels, thanks for sharing Robin.

[@vincenzoniccoli1986]

Robin, A very good video. You were very thorough with the history of your trade. Excellent!

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you liked it!

[@nickstraw1952]

Helping a mate working in France, many many years ago, we visited the trade joinery place and the doors came with all furniture already fitted. Hinges - done, handles - done, locks - done. I think German practice is similar.

[@daihedral9269]

I think the doors and frames (linings) come as a unit. The way things are going more stuff will be made in a factory by machines and will just need assembling on site. And the pace of change is increasing. One minute it's a game changer when everyone's got a track saw so can cut panels quickly and neatly on the job, next minute you can get panels cut, drilled and finished in a factory to order and delivered to you and all you have to do is assemble it like IKEA stuff. Good for the trade in the short term, long term might not be so good.

[@stevegoodskills8531]

Great video. I reckon a full length jig would be good with the 3 cut outs. Dont have to measure then

[@jazzyjono]

Ha ha....Most on the post, still rings in my ears from my apprenticeship, good luck with the hinge jigs🔨

[@68bwild]

Nice work as usual Rob. We started in building the same year and yes it has changed so much in that time mostly for the better. Cheers

[@frankoconnor2653]

Great Robin...love the modern equipment...air bags are so cool...we always used wedges. Not the best but ok in that era...skill saws were so with it in my day, but the tools they have today make life so easy, especially battery drills etc. Loved your video on plastic facia and soffits I'd never fitted them in my day, so it was good to see the setting out and finishes. Also the video on scarf joints, tusk tenons all very common back then and you were expected to know them. A common test if you were new on site they'd ask you to make a chippies stool or a saw horse ( no hard points then) and you were judged on your performance !!

[@tomvincent5596]

Made my own version of the 3inch hinge jig last year but I used oak. Also adapted since to get over architraves when working on existing linings. Agree with everything you have said. Keep up the great content!

[@andrewjames9963]

I remember getting my Yankee screwdrivers, 2 sizes with interchangeable bits wow, and stabbing my finger when it jumped out of the screw

[@jimgeelan5949]

I can still remember using a rawl plug tool 😂

[@normanboyes4983]

I still use mine, sometimes it is the best tool for the job. Traditional boatbuilders still use the a brace and bit with slotted bit to drive in bronze screws as it gives more of a feel and avoids shearing them. Horses for courses but there can be no doubt modern kit has been transformative for professional and diy alike.

[@markrobinson1458]

Also my 1982 made Yankee screwdriver is still going strong, Draper made by Shroder in W Germany, works now with pz2 with the Lee Valley adapter from Axminster, it'll survive me 🤣

[@johnmoody2365]

still often use mine and as you say the adapters are great too

[@peterbell4154]

Hi Robin. Changes so many, sharpen your saws and even touch them up on site. Used to carry an axe avoiding the word chopper!! 2x4 ceiling joists chop off the bit sticking out past the rafter. Making a propeller shaped wedge to fit in the brick joint to fix the grounds to all done with the axe. Hammer slings made from a brick layers wall tie no pouches fill your pockets with nails and lastly the good old cut nail.

[@shaunmichaels6801]

Just love your videos Robin.I admire your skill and knowledge and always learn something from your videos.After Christmas I plan to hang 5 doors and so your hinge jigs etc will come in mighty handy for that task😎👍

[@kevinwilson9800]

I absolutely love modern tools, I own so many of them myself, I too remember using a Yankee to put flat head screws in! (Thank you almighty Milwaukee Lord!) Totally agree with you Robin on all the new stuff, faster, more stable, cheaper, less labour required to help you, saving the forests with things like MDF and OSB, saves you money, makes you more competitive in the market... But... I have to admit, I do fear what may happen to working class guys like myself once automation takes an even bigger share of the manufacturing market, and things like 3D printing and factory built houses takes more and more of the new build market. Automation and innovation during the times of the industrial revolution actually increased the amount of jobs and the quality of jobs. In America for example in 1998 the total amount of hours worked was 194 billion by 2013 output was increased by 42%! but the total amount of hours worked, was still 194 billion hours, due to innovation in technology. I am no Luddite and I'm not calling upon the workers of the world to unite and smash their cordless drills hehe, but I am saddened by what the next generation may face if governments don't act and implement something like a Universal basic income in the coming years, as their simply will not be the jobs required for the current population. And to quote a union leader who was being shown around Henry Fords fancy new car factory in the early 1900's when he was demonstrating to the union boss the new automated production line. "These machines don't have sick days or go on strike" said Ford with a grin "Yes, but how many cars do they buy?" Replied the union leader. I thought that was a rather witty comeback myself haha :D Love your channel Robin :) Sorry for the rant ! Me get scared!

[@ukconstruction]

I am totally with you Kevin!!! and the government is far more likely to back new innovation that may help offsite construction than provide better training for new entrants into the construction industry which is such a shame!!! maybe a universal basic income will be the only way!! have a great week mate

[@PiOfficial]

If you think 3d printing is going to be a serious contender for the main method of house construction in the next 100 years you simply don’t understand it or how home owners think.

[@MrJarendell]

When I worked for a carpenter in Germany we always used to grease the screws first before screwing in, theory being that if you needed to take off the door later it was a synch.

[@katabrontes]

Still a good. I learnt it from my father in about 1956.

[@aleccerrone5998]

As an old carpenter it’s nice to see modern tools and jigs used so you can access if it’s worth buying and trust the person advertising them which Robin does , keep up the great videos

[@daihedral9269]

Anyone remember having to drill brickwork for plugs using a hand held drill and a lump hammer? Not nearly as much fun as it sounds.

[@1stinlastout165]

Hit and twist at the same time, reason my hands are like old leather gloves now lol

[@rupertvarley2771]

3point rawlplug tool - yep, I still have my one from then though haven't used it in decades...

[@talbottpd]

Robin. What a great video. The comparison between how things were done "back in the day" to how they are now and the ever advancing technology. Not only making lives easier for the trade but making the finish more exacting for the customer. Fantastic!

[@mrdamianbriscoe]

Surely a full door length hinge jigs better saving you marking each hinge individually ?

[@collcolin]

mrdamianbriscoe Well said or even a rod to mark hinges out without offering doors up

[@DMC888]

I think Trend sell these but they’re bulky, expensive and a faff to setup. I also made my own single hinge jig. It only takes a few seconds to move it along and it’s virtually free.

[@TheSudsy]

Did my house during lockdown with those doors (29kg each). I am not a carpenter but managed 12 doors on my own over 3 days. Had to take off some of the door to fit but instead of a manual plane, usedan electric plane and circular saw - much quicker and neater. Also used those air bags (essential) - no jig for hinges though :( - my router is a bit big or else I would have made some. but instead bought some good quality chisels. Made my own door stand out of a block and wedge. Enjoyed it and felt quite satisfied - but as a professional you need those little advantages to speed stuff up, as I reckon if i had to go to another house and do 12 more I may not be so keen.

[@themaltsters]

Airbags essential, been hanging doors for over 40 years never used them

[@leerolfe5332]

Awesome vid man. The mobile phone tho is a double edged sword. As much as it's a great tool its added so much stress to us trades. I was taught by one or two old timers that didn't even have vans and bused to work! lol. Given their jobs in the morning and every day was job n knock. Now you are watched by phones and trackers and all sorts if you're a company man. Personally I've been self employed for over 15 years so a lot of that doesn't apply to me but still......

[@onlineoffgrid]

When I moved to North America about 10yrs ago having worked as joiner/ finish carpenter in the uk prior I noticed a change in the way the jobs done. Mainly pre hung doors and even predrilled lock sets etc etc something that wasn’t as common back in the uk at that time.

[@timmiell4678]

Great video as always , I am a carpenter but I install double glazing windows and doors, so much has changed battery tools SDS drills and impact drivers concrete screws no more nylon fisher fixings and sealants and expanding foam Keep up the good work👍

[@plasticbob556]

Its hard , being a chippy coming up for 40 years to think a lot of the old practices will be gone but hey ho so will i, great videos Robin

[@andybarnes4663]

Some time u need the old skool stuff because the Modern day ways wont cut it

[@Toyotaamazon80series]

I don't get too carried away with all these new developments. Yes power tools take the grunt out of a job but one will never get the same finish that one would with hand tools. I personally dispise MDF. On heavy doors I run a 2-1/2" stainless steel screw into the top two holes of the top hinge and the top hole of the middle hinge. They go through the frame and into the stud. I only ever put one screw in each hinge untill I've checked the fit.

[@jimtheman5598]

Brilliant rob just found your channel been a chippy for years as I always say never to old to learn new things lol very informative and easy to follow 👍 cheers jim