We make the WORST BUILDING MISTAKES Framing Walls

We make the worst building mistakes framing walls in this episode of our Couple Builds Dream Home series. We are framing the interior walls for our apartment over the garage on our off-grid homestead but we keep making mistakes.
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[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

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[@mohdfahmie2400]

Martin bla nk dtg brcuti Malaysia..?

[@squeekhobby4571]

Great work. God bless the kid. Very humble

[@rongreene1788]

If anybody needs morning motivation to get thru the day just watch Martin Johnson with your morning coffee.

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

I am so proud of all of you for taking on such a huge project in building a garage and an apartment on top of it all...literally. I am also happy that you are asking for input from your subscribers some that are very experienced in building projects. This is truly a sign that your are all humble and open to learn as well as brave enough to take on such a huge project. You have all come such a long way in knowledge, experience and most of all showing some of us out here how to be humble and thankful. God is blessing you all and I for one am happy to have found your site. Thank you also for your humor that will get you through anything LOLOL. Good JOB.

[@KoalityofLife]

The Johnsons are great people, love watching them work together and build their dream. :)

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@cervanteshugo]

just amazing, may family and I love your videos, you´re just an inspiration to us.

[@psygn0sis]

The only problem with your videos..... they're never long enough. (lol) : P Thanks for sharing, Johnson family.

[@vusimdudu9033]

Agree

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@estellaknox4488]

I agree Ron Greene Martin get me motivate sometime I get in that lazy mood watching Martin I finish my coffee and get with it God Bless

[@annamaybeekman5152]

Great job you guys. Congrats. Im very excited for you

[@blackbirdcycles]

Don't forget the blocking for the plaster on your external walls

[@vusimdudu9033]

I agree with Juls keep it clean and tidy, this gives you room to perform

[@blackbirdcycles]

Come on guys every one makes mistakes keep up the good work.

[@MidniteSan]

Seth the Jakarta Kid, sure is growing fast lol..nice build so far guys..can't wait to see the roof on..

[@yosfillm88]

What a united family I hope my family will be like yours Mr. Johnson Always good luck to your family, Mr. Johnson

[@Kingsleykrewvlogs]

It is looking so so great !!!!! Jules.... i feel you with the taller son situation... I'm left behind with all 3 of my kiddos. My 18yr old son is 6ft 5inches, my 15yr old son is right on 6ft so far.. and my daughter is just a couple inches taller than me at 5ft 7inches. My husband is 6ft 6inches, so who knows where the boys will stop.

[@PaullaWells]

Great progress!

[@freddien7]

A clean workspace makes you work better, dont have to step over things. Good job Jules.!! Is the delivery vehicle that delivers the Trusses gonna put them up as well, Hope you are sending videos to Sarah to keep her informed what you are doing, so she doesnt feel left out. How is she doing in Colledge?.

[@ThisOffGridLife]

Awesome. Looking forward to following the build now that we've found your channel. We were supposed to start building our off grid home this year but 2020 happened. Will be starting in the spring

[@thelostarchivesserialvault5353]

Use a RotoZip for those openings. Its a great tool. You should order one.

[@richpatten4195]

you could separate the 2x6 bathroom wall portion and just flip the 4x8 long wall leaving the 2x6 alone

[@imranshmm5040]

Good job 👍👍👍

[@chriso2063]

Gotta love that osha approved bungee on your saw to hold back that guard..😄.. me i always use a wood shim to pin it back.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

It was a gift from Safety Sally 👷‍♀️

[@robertwozniak55]

you keep working him like this..he will grow a lot more..

[@beatricedavids2791]

We all make mistakes Martin and Jules, we are only human, you are still doing a great job, you amazed me everytime with the progress on your projects👌😎🤩

[@yankey4]

Love it guys. Thanks for sharing. God Bless.

[@mikeoconnell4229]

Tools away, cleaned every day! We used a leaf blower , lickit split!. At least get Seth a decent broom.

[@thelostarchivesserialvault5353]

I would suggest you mark out on the top plates the location of every truss now. It is important to do this because you should ideally have a stud below it to help transfer the weight down to the foundation. This is also the time you will want to install bracing boards for things like the sink, towel holder, tp holder, and railing up the stairs. It will make things like cabinets a breeze to install into the wall. No more guesswork about where studs are. You can start marking out for locations of outlets and switches such.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Studs are 16” on center trusses are 24” on center some will line up.

[@lloydgraves]

Martin, you will need backing for drywall where the interior walls meet the exterior walls. Looking good!

[@ronaldpietrowski7046]

Nice job

[@gudfarfar]

I guess the norm is that our kids get a little taller than we are, so Seth may grow up to be a little taller. (Although you are perfect. Lol. ) Great video as always. Be safe and try not to fall down. The house is steadily getting taller, and a fall may hurt a lot.

[@chrishummel1380]

You will need a 2x6 and 2x4 stud where the wall transitions from 2x6 to 2x4 wall

[@jefferymiller526]

get a leaf blower to do saw dust clean up in just two min.

[@bishopspyroworld8921]

Amazing work...keep 😀

[@realmefilosofi3981]

Very very creativ people

[@armidaperez5360]

He'll be taller than you Martin, a while back I thought you hired a guy to help you build the garage..its coming along nicely!

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@campjefferson8947]

Sometimes when your tired you make mistakes. Don't beat yourself up about it. Take a break. Refresh yourself and get back at it! Great Family!

[@DaDa-kx2fe]

Tidak sabar menunggu siap rumah itu...💕💕

[@Franzilator1]

When you work, you can make a mistake . Thats Life. When you get retire , you can lough about your mistakes. keep working, Keep smiling.

[@mariowickel456]

Marty there's an expression "stuff happens" Like my Dad used to say don't sweat the small stuff. Nobody's perfect !

[@auntiejen5376]

When you look back it will all be small stuff..

[@seekerbee4494]

"Cleanliness is next to godliness"..... II Proverbs 3:5. I'm sure I heard Safety Sally mentioned something about it during her orientation program.....oh was that the time you were taking a nap in class? 🙂 Enjoy your posts. 👍

[@juliejohnson9531]

😂

[@dukeman7595]

Seth will be a bit taller I think. By the way you guys are doing a very professional job; liked the music very much, great choice.

[@emwagner]

I didn't see any channels or Cali corners for the wall intersections...

[@thelostarchivesserialvault5353]

Dont forget 2x4s for regular walls but 2x6 for bathroom and utility walls. More room for pipes and wires...Make sure that you install sill gasket under the bathoom walls and caulk so spills stay in that room.

[@petechandler7425]

You should’ve cut it at the seam at by the 2 x 6 wall and just flip the two before wall over the two cuts

[@MichaelChapmanNatchez]

Exactly. Easy fix. Also, try your best to self recognize when you, or your wife is tired and need a rest day. Be aware that mental fatigue is more exhausting than physical fatigue.

[@olddog610]

You might want to lift all the drywall material (sheetrock or whatever) up to the second floor before you close all the walls. The stairs are a killer. Great project, videos are fine.

[@wilkinsoncarpentry6278]

Marty , these things happen on building sites everyday mate , 20 years building houses and I still make silly mistakes, I like the way you deal with it though and the way u fixed it is the right way mate..... You guys are actually really good at building. Also Jules is spot on.... clean sites 👌👌

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Thanks. I appreciated he kind words.

[@jimcameron3948]

I know hind sight is 20/20 but I’m thinking I would have cut the wall into two sections at the 2x6, 2x4 offset and flipped the 2x4 wall up the right way. With the top plate in place and both walls being nailed to the floor I think it would have been ok. But you’ve solved your issue so now it’s just part of the experience. Overall you and your family are doing a great job. Really enjoy your videos.

[@richardjones5255]

As mistakes go it was easily recovered, no one was hurt and, after fixing it everyone could smile once more. I envy you all having the strength, energy and capability to do such things adding value to your lives. Enjoy it, value it and benefit from it while you can, build your future and create shared memories to last you all the rest of your lives. Well done to you all.

[@johncarr9494]

The ladder you're using to get from the ground up to the second floor should be 3 feet above the floor. If you were working on a construction job OSHA requires that. It's for your safety. I know you're trying to save money however you should look into getting some pump jacks to use for installing your siding they would also help with a safety Factor when you're doing your roof and make life easier. I don't know of any place that rents them. Keep up the good work.

[@psygn0sis]

I'm sure he'll run that by Safety Sally.

[@RicardoOliveira-pb3ih]

Grande trabalho, mas quanto a mim tem dois erros. As colunas em baixo e em cima deveriam ter travessas de 70cm. Antes do 1 andar deveria ter divisões para reforçar a placa.

[@hosscaddy]

Did u brace the walls in the lower part of the building? If not that will remove any wobble

[@KoalityofLife]

Wait tell you get the trusses up there, that building will be solid as a rock. What was the square footage on the loft area again? Thought you had said in an earlier video that it was going to have a kitchen in it? Keep it up guys, its looking great. :)

[@blackbeard8985]

8:26 Sawing that nail. Cringe. (Love your videos!)

[@khasaduchannel7890]

Gokil kali bikin rumah nya....

[@Bosco12ful]

I really love your boy, Seth . Seth is always there to help and will be a bit tall than you.

[@Trucker_86]

The door just cut top plate n then bottom plate then pic up door n flip it

[@asmuni16]

Hi Martin, on building wooden structures, it's very important to consider joints and reinforcements that will allow them to stay together and upright. Angles, Brackets & Braces.

[@rogernewbold9761]

All you had to do to fix your dilemma was disconnect the 2 x 4's from the 2 x 6"s , flip the 2 x 6"s and nail back to the 2 x 4's

[@norrisfrancisco]

Nope, flip the 2x4 instead. The 2x6 is oriented correctly. Disconnect at the seam and flip the 2x4 so the door is right side up.

[@I_Am_Michael]

remember the rules of building. if the guy built it wrong, it is the guy's fault. if the woman built it wrong, it is the guy's fault. always.

[@martihetrick609]

I do like when I make a mistake sew it give it different lok

[@danielcarlisle5388]

Keep your hoover connected to your Skil saw then you won’t have so much mess to clean up in between

[@warren519]

Martin, love how you edit your video it has a good flow including your family. Keep it & coming.

[@mikemays8104]

should have 45 degree braces on interior on i walls either metal or 1x4 will have shear strength 34 years carpenter

[@charlesthomas6210]

Put some x braces on your floor joists that will get rid of any movement

[@gunawanhadinegoro8763]

Why u don't use Cemen to build house ?

[@rmora1]

So instead of just cutting it at the point where you joined the two walls and flipping half the wall, you did a bunch of extra cutting and rebuilding instead............. I'm at a loss to understand your thinking........

[@mom2breanna]

Wow, we are all caught up with all your videos and we have loved going on the journey with you. Awesome job!! Looking forward to seeing the header fixed and the trusses going on. Happy Fall 🍁

[@hubertwhitlock9968]

It looks like where your walls intersect other walls that you don't have a nailer for your drywall

[@gerardlemoine6594]

It's all good my friend... it's all good! I love your videos, they make my day.

[@melodychabita6430]

It's natural making mistakes as a human being.. Learning from the mistakes will make us survive.. I can't wait your next videos sir..💪💪💪

[@davidgandy3120]

You are not through framing yet. Do not forget the closets in the bedrooms, unless you are using wardrobes in them.

[@daveedson8607]

Poor housekeeping is the #1 cause of industrial workplace accidents.

[@Quake81270]

I love how you 3 work great together and the whole will you be taller is a right of passage. I was 12 and 6'1" 210 lbs. My Mom had to carry my birth certificate around because every sports league I was in always thought I was to old to play in that league. I was 12 playing in 13-14 league because to be eligible you had to be either 13 or 14 on the last day of the season which was August 28 usually and luckily my birthday is August 12th. Really enjoy your videos and please stay safe.

[@WesTpaintninjagc]

Looking great mate. You've done so much work treat yourself to some decent cordless kit. Ryobi is fine ive got a bit of it, but you deserve some nice stuff.

[@sharonh1671]

Martie the garage and the apartment is coming along really really well. I love it . Martie , Seth will definitely be taller .I love all of your videos.

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@dennislower4742]

Wow, you guys are awesome. With the sheathing and trusses, that building will be rock solid.

[@AziasEuphoria]

Seen the video and yelled YES!!!!!! Im so excited and it’s not even my house lol

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@youcantseeme616]

Love the shirt your wearing in the beginning of the vid it's coming along great job

[@gregkahle9046]

I think Seth will top out around 6' 2" like his dad, but with more muscles! Go Seth! lol Looking good!

[@k2icc]

Thanks for making the worst building mistakes, so we can see and avoid them. Great job. Keep it up. Syracuse, New York.

[@MrVoice1]

Here in African:(African couple), it could go about finger-pointing🤣🤣🤣. I like how you fighting over taking responsibility for a mistake.

[@SunfireWoods]

I saw that transition 2x4-2×6 transition and meant to ask you about it, Marty. I wish I could sit and catch up on videos but I've got work to do here. I'll catch up on them after our pole barn is built! :D (-Kerry)

[@PeterFletcherDNADeliverer]

Regarding your comment on how tall your kid is getting, don't you just hate it when they won't stop growing. I'm 6'5", 3 of my lads are 6'4", can't have them taller than me, but they won't stop with the growing... Great content, you got yourself a new sub

[@gatotpambagyo1375]

Thank You Mr. Martin Johnson.. You & Your Family , inspire many People .. Good Job. 💪💪💪?.... 👍👍👍 .. 😊😊😊

[@rdrockett1]

Cut the nails don't pull all out

[@JourneyOnLife]

Love the music!

[@krhunt629]

It didn't start out going to plan but you stuck to your motto and kept smiling. You turned things around by sheer force of smile. ☺️

[@keithblackie969]

I just found your channel. Sorry for the long post but sometimes I can't help myself. I really enjoy construction/building channels. Anyway, I spent 27 years doing structural engineering and designed hundreds of homes, some even in Idaho :-) ... that being said, regarding your header issue, it's not the easiest thing to tell from the video but it looks like the perimeter truss supports the wall above and the roof trusses will not be sitting on this portion of the wall. WARNING: Technical mumbo jumbo below I figure 3-2x8 SYP #2 is sufficient for the load bearing capacity IF your snow load is 120# or less. Some areas of Idaho are as much as 366#. Your local building department can give guidance on this number. Sandpoint proper is 57#. Assumptions LL = L/360 DL = L/240 Span 8'-0" Floor Load 40# LL 10# DL Tributary span (half the distance between supporting members) 1'-0" Wall Load 10# DL Tributary span (wall height) 10'-0" Roof Load 16# LL 15# DL Tributary span of 3'-0" (2'-0" overhang and trusses 2'-0" on center) Snow Load 100# Member required is 3-2x8 SYP #2 (alternatively 2-2x10, 3x12, 4x10, 6x8 and can be DF#2 Not SPF) Load is 1360# LL 657# DL on each end of the header Minimum (1) Jack stud (trimmer) 1 1/2" bearing each end Bending overdesign = 26.0% Shear overdesign = 31.5% Deflection overdesign = 94.6% Maximum live load deflection 0.137" Maximum total load deflection 0.203" Before I took everything apart, I'd make every effort to verify whether what is there is sufficient. From what I can tell, it is more than enough. Again, that is some beautiful framing you have going on there. I'd be proud to have you make mistakes on one of my projects.

[@rachmayantos]

What a Christ-like family.. Not blaming each other, but humbly admit as own mistake.. God bless you both

[@donaldsmith3601]

Make a glue lam beam. Stack 6 (six) 2x4 and glue them together, they become as strong as a 2x12.

[@wolflahti412]

Sawdust can be slippery. Leaving a mess is asking for an accident.

[@edwardseth1230]

Mistakes are the part of the journey....makes it more work but once you know what you did rong..you'd correct it and you'd be going to the next task.. Stay safe.. be well.. GOD BLESS!!

[@fsworldfamous7914]

I really enjoy your shows and the boy will be the tallest in the family lol He's a good kid reward him well.

[@normfromhawaii1173]

Taller? Maybe not but MOST probably more handsome... With aloha from Hawaii...

[@MrKylebeard]

wow it is really coming together! that is awesome!

[@juliejohnson9531]

💛

[@doddy0912]

Seth will be taller than you , Pak Martin and from all his videos in Indonesia , I could see that he is smart in his silence. God bless you all

[@jackdunham8557]

Hey Martin... Are you required to pull any kind of building permit from the county ? For things like a framing inspection ? Or is this not a requirement ? Oh, one more thing. Did you drill a well ? Maybe I missed that you did this in an earlier segment... Thx 👍

[@Backwoods.burnin]

If you chalk all your lines before you frame, you can cut you plates to length and lay them where they go. You can then mark your walls where they intersect when you do your layout and you won't need to plumb them individually, just plumbing exterior will do the trick. You can put your top plates on before you stand them as well. Faster and saves a lot of up and down ladders. Where the 2x6 turns to a 2x4 it's best and much stronger if you rip at least 4' of that 2x6 down to 2x4. You don't want that break in your plate so close the that intersection. When you marry your walls put a pull nail in the end of your plate. Leaving the head out about an inch. You can hook your hammer on it to pull your walls together nice and tight. Rip a piece of osb to 3 1/2 and nail it between the 2x4s to make your headers and put them in upright. Much stronger. To remove those trimmers you can cut wedges about 2 inches to nothing about 6" long. You can drive that between the boards to separate them. I enjoy watching you guys. I know I'm late on this advice but I hope it can help in the future. Awesome family and your doing a really good job. If more families were like you, the world would be a better place !

[@tonybloomfield5635]

Fascinated that Americans often don't just use noggings {noggins} and steel tape bracing to keep the walls square instead of OSB cladding. In Australia where we have the biggest houses, on average, in the world the OSB method is rarely used.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Do you have as many trees for OSB as we do? They grow like weeds here and Canada. Maybe that is why we use it.

[@tonybloomfield5635]

@@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving Could be that. I apologize for calling you American.

[@artmartin1913]

Not to nitpick but I've never heard it called a crown plate before...always a top plate. Thought I was going to learn something so I googled it. Turns out out never heard it called a crown plate either. Only a top plate. Love your videos.

[@PaulJBowes-er6dh]

Can you drag that inner wall, and stand it up...???