Dormer roof 42 minutes!!! unedited

[@manfredbobski8114]

I'm glad to know I'm not the only person to mindlessly pull the trigger on the screwgun when looking for a something to solve a problem. Great video as usual. Cheers!

[@AntGeezer]

Robin, please don’t apologise for it being unedited. It’s good to observe that the end result is not brought about by magic but a process of thought out, careful planning. I’d rather that than high speed footage with funky music. A teeny bit of commentary here and there wouldn’t have hurt though. I enjoyed watching all the same.

[@dominicc3521]

I think this unedited vid could be the start of an unedited playlist, if you have the time. A pleasure as always to watch and very inspirational.

[@e.3443]

Satisfying to watch all the pieces of the puzzle fall together with ease. I also like the way you bevelled you lay board at the bottom. Respect from a 22 year old carpenter from surrey 👌

[@daveknibbs4046]

Brilliant craftsman/artist at work! Really enjoy your films Robin. 👍👍

[@iantarncarpentry4285]

Oh man, 42 minutes of perfection! This is the best video I’ve seen in a long time, More of this style please Robin! And that piece of timber you had screwed to the top of the ridge at 14:30 to keep it flush with the rafters was genius and yet so simple. Keep up the good work lads 🔨🪚

[@chrisbabbitt4202]

I absolutely love the craftsmanship of Robin's work. That said, there was a mistake. The board he nailed down starting at the 31 minute mark had a group of nails veer off and you can clearly see one of them missing the board underneath. Robin is a master, but thankfully still human and thus a mistake can happen. Please don't hate me Robin. I wish I could find someone with your skill level near me to build my dream home.

[@ukconstruction]

Nice one Ian, good to hear from you mate hope you are doing good and keeping busy!!

[@chill_5076]

Same here 50 years old this year and been a chippy since the day I left school and never thought to fix a cleat to the top of the ridge like that🤯 Genius🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@iantarncarpentry4285]

@@ukconstruction yes thank you nice and busy! Hope looking forward to working in warmer weather though! Haha!

[@islandhopperstuart]

More of this format please Robin. No BS, not that you've ever given us any, just great practical skills from which we can all learn. Struck me how physically demanding your job is: no wonder it keeps you in good shape. But, once again, a wonderful exemplar of how attention to detail really pays dividends. Thanks!

[@skdinterceptor2828]

Professional Workmanship.............! This is probably the Best carpenter in the UK.

[@ukconstruction]

Appreciate your kind comment!!

[@rossmorrow3013]

This is (to me anyway) a form of pure artistry, perfection! Thanks also should go to Edward for all the camera work, and not interrupting with questions or observations Thank you both

[@ukconstruction]

Hear hear, Ed is a top guy and becoming a super carpenter too!!

[@simonRTJ]

The lovely solitary (apart from camera operator) work, just the birds the distant hum of a town and working with your hands. just the perfect satisfying days work. I have days like this often and its pure joy. Watching you work Robin is ART. great job.

[@scottallen5269]

This… is poetry, in motion. I’m so glad that I recently came across your videos!!! You are a true Craftsman sir. In these times, the art of conventional framing and the skills needed to do it, aren’t appreciated the way they should be. Like you, I’ve taken our craft seriously for roughly 30 years and I love the old school ways of doing things. I’ve had my hands on over 500 homes, from timber frames, log homes and conventionally framing houses. When I started in construction, there many more skilled craftsmen in the industry. Nowadays these younger guys don’t even want to listen and learn about their craft. Some have been framing for many years, and don’t even know where to start if they had to cut in a roof. We’re becoming dinosaurs and soon to be extinct. Watching this video as I have my coffee… just made my day this morning. Keep up the great works man!!! And thank you for sharing. You got a new subscriber and I look forward to watching more of your videos. I do have one question for you… The header that the main roof rafters butt into and carry the ridge for the dormer, is cut in square with the main rafters instead of the header being plumb. I’m not saying it’s wrong, I just want to know why you prefer to do it this way?

[@matthewmurphy750]

Thank you very much Robin. Apprentice here in ireland 🇮🇪. Brilliant teacher, really appreciate a video like this. Not saying anything helps me think why is he doing that....oh yes that's why. Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming please. Matthew

[@Elfin4]

It is really amazing how much power tools have developed over the years, battery drivers, nail guns etc. I remember putting a zip tie quick fix on my Stanley Yankee to stop it rolling on scaffolds and cutting up a foundry worker leather bib to make a waist pouch for nails, screws and bending a welders rod to form a hook to hang my hammer and axe from. Now everything can be bought off the shelf and battery-powered. The modern-day joiner and carpenter is very spoilt with toys...

[@dougsaunders8109]

I remember as a DIY’er my Dad making cupboards at home with a Yankee. As a DIY’er myself driving screws etc is so much quicker now. As long as you can drive the tools things can be simple in comparison

[@dielauwen]

But they don't know the basics and it takes longer . This structure is complex and not superior as he may think.

[@TheDublin47]

Yes spoiled indeed when I 1st started as a carpenter in Ireland my 1st job was on a roof beside the shores of Lough erne man was it cold so I was glad we only had hand tools working with them kept us warm 😊

[@davetay44]

A master at work, true artist. Awesome to watch

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@shanepemberton7781]

Very Impressive Robin. Possibly one of the best ive seen for a roofing application. Lots tips and tricks used. Efficient planning and preparation. Where have all the good guys gone-competence is key . Thank you

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Marty-lv426]

What i love the most about this video is the peace and quiet you are getting to do your work.no zombie labourers wandering around and lifting all your wood and throwing it away.and a nice safe scaffolding to work on and no rain aaah if carlsberg done dormers😂😂

[@adamwilks]

Balancing on those rafters!! 100% carpenter and 50% cat! Great video. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@hyperhype1000]

I love the fact you bother with real time videos Robin. These are invaluable for trainee and apprentice Carpenters. I just wish they were around when I was trying to become a chippy. Ended up just being a maintenance man instead.

[@eamonnmulhern2332]

A pleasure..... an absolute pleasure to see another chippy who knows what he's at.... a pleasure ☘️ No words, just JOB DONE

[@ukconstruction]

Cheers Eamon!!

[@arunmarimuthu1572]

Excellent video... Enjoyed every minute of it. So satisfying to watch such high-class carpentry work. Please bring more videos out like this. Well done

[@gazobee]

Awesome! I can see where the experience truly shows. An absolute pleasure to watch.

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks Kenneth!!

[@simoncarney9944]

Great video, all in real time, no ads and just consummate skill from an excellent chippy! What else is worth watching in a Sunday morning. 👍🏼

[@skipflorey2511]

A study in efficiently and professionally doing a job. Highlight the precut pieces and how they fit without any fiddling. Safe transition of work positions. Attention to detail and care by holding onto the cutoffs instead of letting then fall, and splinter ends. Makes the whole job go well…great job 👍.

[@nevillewebb2856]

Brilliant job Robin. I always thinks it’s such a shame that most of the artistry of roof work is never usually seen.

[@andrewdraper8336]

Thanks for that. It was great seeing it in real time. Had a good laugh when you picked up the drill driver and the saw. Got to check it's still working every 30 seconds while you walk around with it. I catch myself doing it all the time🤣🤣

[@DavidNelson42]

14:31 genius. 29:00 very satisfying how well that joinery fit

[@vincentmillard7692]

Nice to See you Work unedited Robin, True Master.

[@andyboyd5916]

Really enjoyed that and all your videos. Clear to see you take pride in your work it shows in the end result. Consumate professional.

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for that!

[@markhoulding1938]

Got to say Robin they were very nice cuts on the bottom of lay boards. Not many people would go to that much trouble. 👌

[@ciaran15]

Great video Robin. A pleasure to watch you in action

[@chrisgardner2597]

This raw footage is so good. So much to learn and pick up just by seeing you go about your business 👍🏻

[@dennishughes3250]

Best bit - seeing the valley boards just slot in. Respect!

[@tedcopple101]

Being prepared and having a plan really is the key to this...and 30 years experience helps to. Great to watch Robin 🙄

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

Fail to plan, plan to fail.

[@sugh9082]

Dude, you are an awesome professional, I like to watch your technique. That's it work smart, not hard☆Salute from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@ukconstruction]

Thank you!!!

[@rexeady4325]

Brilliant video Robin! You must have been a gymnast in a previous life, the way you clambered over that roof. Great to see a true expert at work.

[@jp6975]

Woodworking and carpentry. The most I'll ever do is making planters out of reclaimed 4x2 and cladding... yet I watch this Big Build! This video was relaxing to watch. Mindfulness, yoga and meditation all rolled into one (not that I do any of those but the end result is probably the same)!!!

[@mattstrawbridge3342]

Amazing efficiency and work flow. I think you’d have been equally proficient with a career in Arboriculture. You certainly know exactly where your feet and hands are at all times! Chapeau. 😊

[@davesaxon7348]

Excellent, great video and quality workmanship as always.👍🏼

[@T.E.P..]

This is the epic video I've been waiting for .... I want that RC vest tooo ... Love this soo much Robin! So much great video capture and it's like a cinematic movie set. I like the slow parts with out quick edits and watch all the way through. The silence without music and the quiet simple sounds of pencil on wood and thinking is a delight. You climbing around with your film crew is perfection. Outstanding video all of you! Truly a masterpiece in the making. It is a perfect video. edit: super great there was zero music playing over the rhythm of the building .. my fav vid here

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks Thor!! really appreciate your kind words mate!!!🙂

[@T.E.P..]

@@ukconstruction I want that vest too ... not putting music over the building sounds is a strength and separates you from all the rest. It's the sound of thinking coming through and the exacting tool noise and the sound of the timber fitting into place.

[@davidcort2857]

Un-edited, cor, can't beat you in the Raw Robin, lol, skill and performance, love it.

[@RI-uv3lm]

What a satisfying video & seeing the geometry work flawlessly! 👏👏 👏Amazing to watch you work Robin Tip: More uncut videos, of every summarised version. 🙏 Best video ever!

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for that!

[@paultaylor6053]

Well it don't get much better than that ,well done Robin ,I was right there with you ,you intoxicating fella .

[@ukconstruction]

Nice one Paul!!!

[@Morning_Rays]

Its good to watch professionals work and learn. Thank you 🙏

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks for watching Aman

[@elliejake11]

Absolutely love to see a roof built and enjoy doing them myself, always pick something new up watching you work mate, top man 👍💪🏼

[@Doug....]

Enjoyed your precision measurements on the pre cut parts, especially the two triangular boards on the end. 👍👍

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you liked it!

[@robertbamford8266]

I started out a bit skeptical about “uncut” - knowing what the end result would be. But it was. And a quick 40 minutes! What was most impressive? Agility, in my opinion (don’t try this at home!). And the economy of motion (perhaps only 1 extra trip down, to get the rafter alignment block for the end of the ridge beam). Equally impressive was the precision with which all the previous work had been done, which allowed you to plan and precut the timber for this job. And some credit has to go to the hose-free nail gun. Thanks for the video.

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks mate great comment appreciated 👍

[@cuebj]

Never mind about the carpentry. Some seriously competent climbing skills there - always 3 contacts, moving smoothly, weight perfectly balanced against grip points

[@ukconstruction]

Cheers Stephen I do love climbing!!

[@thomascoyne157]

Nice bit of skilled work there brought back memories of building a canopy for my patio doors 20 years ago nice work👍👍👍👍

[@gregguk100]

Excellent, I wondered how it was done. I understand why the big boys prefab their roof sections and crane them on for speed of build.

[@andrewhay8033]

Fair play Robin. I wouldn't have a clue how to precut the lay boards. Always just had to slide a straight edge along the rafters to mark the bottom point on the roof.

[@Mushyboy007]

Lovely to see the smile when you laid that flat timber, it did fit just right….and I normally can lose 40 minutes in the toilet in the morning, that’s a hell of a work rate, your customer has to be chuffed…..

[@ukconstruction]

Cheers mate, I have a really nice customer but they probably think that all us workers are the same!!

[@slimjim340]

Just amazing to watch Robin Scamper around he must have been at one time a member of the Royal Ballet

[@ukconstruction]

Nearly!! I'm not a bad dancer (after a shandy or two!!)

[@zephyr1408]

Thank u Robin even as a finish carpenter in the states I enjoy watching these ! My customer likes yours hv a lot of questions! Knowing how things work are put together gives me the ability to say I can help you or ? You need a roofing framer ect.,. Thk u again! Very helpful video and no it’s not for DIY’ers

[@ukconstruction]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@dougsaunders8109]

Amazing to see pre cut go in so well. When you take care building the surrounding structure it makes job like this is much quicker and easier As a DIY’er I was wondering how you were going to hold the ridge and fix it and secondly how did you not swear on an open mic when you dropped your pencil about 2/3’rds the way through the video 😁

[@juliandodwell8213]

I can see the experience directly when you go up a ladder. Organized and prepared with the maximum efficiency. One trip is better than more. Prosthetic knee and four pins in my shoulder, you learn how to economize on movements.

[@ade7163]

Very unprofessional how you dropped your pencil! 😂 Great job Robin, a joy to watch! 👍

[@MrUTuber001]

Absolutely brilliant, very informative watch - thanks for that, Robin.

[@englishrifleman6556]

Thanks Robin. Yet again Superb work, true Pro.

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Wow that was awesome! Great video Robin!

[@ukconstruction]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@projectlivesey5629]

Enjoyed that mate, top notch as always 😊

[@tonyaquino_photography4838]

Cool vid mate👏🏻 I’m a roof chippy for 20 years in Perth Australia. We also do stick roof it’s not for the Faint hearted and people think you standing up there is easy until they try it 😂 funny to watch though

[@michaelanderson6625]

Really like how this is real time camera work

[@mikefisher9992]

I have watched this series from the beginning and although I will never tackle such a project I have found it extremely interesting to see how you plan and set out right from the very off. It is always very satisfying to watch a craftsman at work. Tell me Robin is it true you do the stunts for the Spider-Man films?😁😁

[@johncoppock3823]

Great session. Apart from dropping the pencil, what can you say. For the safety, could you use ropes or nets or inflatables? Yes you would lose time moving them.

[@yolomc2]

could watch this all day y'all ! 😅🔥👌

[@danthechippie4439]

Uneded version is the best, just you and your tunes playing in your headset. Do you always install the floor/ceiling joists before the roof rafters, in the main roof as well as the dormer

[@lukemason7024]

Hi Robin great video. I don't suppose you have a video of on a dormer with vaulted ceiling meeting an existing vaulted ceiling where you would need to use valley rafters instead of layboards. I'm currently struggling with the intersecting points on the valley rafter

[@DaveNichols-g6b]

Thank you for posting this.

[@ukconstruction]

You're welcome

[@robertbowen2129]

You needed three handed sky hooks for that ridge but you never fail use a piece of wood screwed to it cracking job 👍🏻

[@cycleandhide]

BRÖTHER...the sound of that poor circ saw binding 😂 that's production mode for ya though 💪

[@garethheathcote4988]

When I watch this and know exactly what robin is looking for in his tool pouch or your going to cut a block to make installing the ridge beam easier it makes me realise my roofing joinery ain't too shabby either. Not up to your level yet though. Excellent video! 👍🙏🙂

[@jemselectrical9239]

Masterful workmanship🙌💪👌

[@jeffyoung321]

Loved that video Robin.

[@dougsaunders8109]

Amazing to see pre cut go in so easily. When you take care building the surrounding structure it makes job like this is much quicker and easier As a DIY’er I was wondering how you were going to hold the ridge and fix it and secondly how did you not swear on an open mic when you dropped your pencil about 2/3’rds the way through the video 😁

[@iestynjones5796]

Brilliant work, as ever, Robin. I’ve always wondered how you work out the bird’s mouth on a layboard given the complex angle (also the cut on the jack rafters where they meet the board). Have you done a video on this per chance?

[@ukconstruction]

It's the next Video!!

[@iestynjones5796]

@@ukconstruction Wow! Now that’s what I call prompt service. Thank you.

[@samposton9101]

Bloody lovely work mate. Like poetry in motion. Impressive

[@colorrainday]

Amazing work !

[@ukconstruction]

Thanks a lot!

[@robquince3076]

Top job top pro as always mate👍I always find that's when it's an advantage being not so tall 👍👍😁

[@davetaylor4741]

Won't fall down but it might rust. Good advert for Milwaukee framer. I am old now and probably half as strong as I was those nailers could double as an anchor for a cruise liner. Milwaukee made the new Gen 2 just as heavy. The old air framers used to be as heavy but now weigh nothing. One day they may get the battery ones on a diet. No doubt by the time I retire. Has to beat a bag full of 3's and 4's and a hammer though.

[@joshdaly2343]

Is there a reason you didn't double the top plate on the dormer walls? I'd guess because the roof is so small it isn't as important. Still you could have had more studs so the rafters rested directly above them. You do great work and I found myself guessing what your next step would be because you're so systematic. 👍

[@Si-jk4iy]

Robin, whilst I realise it is more economical in material to OSB the front face in 2 sections, do you back block the vertical seam to keep stable and in alignment afterwards? Lovely job and learnt heaps.

[@Jack-vm1fg]

How will the sheathing be nailed against the layboards? It looks like there is no nailing surface there.

[@iangough7659]

One thing for certain is that there are loads of Chippies getting their advanced Diplomas in Carpentry from The Robin Clevett Advanced Academy of Building

[@TheDublin47]

When I do a domer I usually run the ridge board onto a double common rafter for strength I have never seen it done that way before surely there is no strength in that way the last time I did this it was on the architect's plans in Ireland

[@alec1113]

Standing on the top step of the ladder , what would Health and Safety have to say 😂 . Very impressive 👏 👌 wish I had your skills

[@alec1113]

Do you need a 65 yr old apprentice ? 🙂

[@dlite1972]

Need to see the working out for that lay board 👌🏻

[@ukconstruction]

Coming very soon!!

[@robertjohannnewton7489]

Nothing like an “old school” handsaw.

[@identitywithheld1027]

Chrisfix used to do videos without narration. But when he started to narrate his videos post production, he went up to 10million subscribers.

[@timturner2211]

I like your Dormer but why didn't you build a over hang in the front or the side's so you could have put soffit and facia for air flow? I build Dormer's every day and I'm just wondering why you did it like that

[@scottnever8732]

Do you find the older you're getting the harder it is and the more you ache when climbing around like that?

[@jason-hh6lu]

Great video as always Robin. That’s one job I’ve never done is build a dormer. 👍🏻 What impact driver were you using? I have to say I really don’t like the sound of the gasless nail guns. You can’t beat the sound of a Paslode 1st fix firing nails in.

[@ukconstruction]

Hi Jason, That impact driver is a metabo brushless 18v its a really nice machine, the gas nailers are a better sound!!!! thanks for watching mate

[@daredmc574]

Hi robin great videos,quick question could the trimmer on main roof been located a bit lower down ?

[@jayframes4967]

Well done! Question, Why are you using all pressure treated lumber?

[@ukconstruction]

Well its mainly all that is for sale, most building inspectors will insist on it

[@leelipinski4667]

Very impressive. Not sure if it's been asked already as only read about 50 comments. But how much did the tin hat scaffold cost and is it worth it, if budget is tight? Thanks in. Advanced

[@ukconstruction]

Hi Lee, check the video where I disclose all!! Thanks for watching mate

[@leelipinski4667]

@@ukconstruction Thanks Robin for reply. Sorry to be a pain but could you link that video please as I couldn't find it. Thanks again

[@leelipinski4667]

@@ukconstruction Scrap my last comment. Found it. Brilliant video. I'll clip it here for anyone else interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXrZoaWklKZljtE Thanks again

[@tobywarren2818]

Hi Robin why does the trimmer not line through to the underside of PB in the dormer ceiling?

[@gooner9798]

Great vid, what are you listening to while you work?

[@ukconstruction]

I listen to LBC or Radio 2 and of course Fix Radio!!

[@desertfox5657]

Where did you learn how to build roofs ? Is there any good carpetry book that you can suggest that you have based to build the entire roof ?

[@ukconstruction]

I was taught at college in the late 80's and then practiced on site for many years following!!

[@17MikeThompson]

Hi robin, can you explain how were working out the angles for the lay boards.? Cheers!

[@ukconstruction]

Next video coming out Mike

[@amazing451]

Overall I enjoyed and understood what you were doing there, and I fully agree it's better than a video full of time lapse, but a bit of speech around things like the lay boards would have been better.

[@slimjim340]

I agree as to time-lapse much better to see this roof tape shape and it's natural time

[@PrettyGreenMonk]

Not the idea of this video its just poetry in motion😂

[@disklamer]

Why not lay a ladder on each side of the dormer for some footing? Love the "silent mode", it lets you really focus on what's happening.

[@hadilasli8048]

Good job