Framing: Crown Plate, Toe Nails, Lifting & Bracing Ep.48 

This is a good book. Does provide a step by step introduction to how to build things ru-vid.comUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 , also does offer some steps. Includes pictures to give you ideas for layouts and such. If you are looking for a guide, this is not exactly what you want. But if you are trying to familiarize yourself with the way that pole barn building and other out buildings, are made, then this will work just as you need it to. A few things in this book are a barn (of course), detached garage, storage building, and coops.

I am 12 and you inspired me to become a carpenter myself just from watching you thank you

A few tips when nailing/standing walls from a carpenter; 1) When nailing down a wall, make sure you nail the bottom plate to every floor joist (if the wall runs perpendicular) and if not, then nail right up against the studs. Your electrician and plumber will thank you. 2) On large walls, to make your life easier, build them in pieces. For example a 20ft wall can be stood as two 10s. Make sure the wall breaks on the center of a king stud (one that goes from bottom plate to top plate). Some recommend cutting the bottom plate at least 4 feet longer or shorter than the top plate, so they "break" in different places. Then you'd just build the missing 4 feet after it was stood up. 3) When you have to build a single wall in pieces, make sure your double top plate overlaps the break in the top plate by at least 4 feet. 4) Learn the beauty of using a toenail. Usually it is a 16D 3" - 3.5" nail. If driven into the corner of a 2 by it will pull the board in two directions simultaneously. This will be a great help when standing walls. 5) Unless specified by the engineer/architect you generally nail boards together as follows; 2x4 "snake eyes" or two nails right next to each other. 2x6 = 3 nails, 2x8 = 4 nails, 2x10 = 4 or 5 nails, 2x12 = 5 or 6 nails. Each grouping (or line) of nails are around 2-3 feet apart. 6) Subject to engineering details, any window opening or door opening 5 feet or smaller needs only a single trimmer (jack stud) on each side of the header. 5-8 feet requires 2 trimmers. 8 - 12 feet requires 3 trimmers on each side. Over 12 feet and you will likely need a gluelam or other engineered beam and at least 4 trimmers. These are rough guidelines and depends on the load it will be carrying. 7) Jeffrey Epstein didn't kill himself.

Alright, time to spend the evening learning carpentry from the grandfather I never had

I've watched every Larry Haun video out there and own and have read his book the very efficient carpenter. I'd found him and his wealth of knowledge long before Essential Craftsman came on the scene. But ES is really a continuation of a similar legacy. I place an immense value on experienced men that humbly take the time to teach and share the knowledge they've gained with those willing to soak it up. This handing down of knowledge and hard-earned experience is exactly what will allow our society to survive the current drought in tradesman. As a young man, I say THANKYOU. I wouldn't be where I am without the guidance of more experienced men. And I don't plan on going forward without continuing to take in all I'm given.

My heart melted when your grandson got so excited to see the deer. I forget what its like to get so excited about simple things.

I had the privilege to meet Larry Haun back in the late 90s.He was truly a gentleman who humble and kind. I am lucky to have met him. Hopefully I will meet up with you someday!

I appreciate the tip of the ol proverbial cap to Larry Haun. The man was a legend. It was in fact those old larry videos that led me to the essential craftsman. Greetings from North Alabama. Keep up the great series!

I watch the news and wonder what is the world coming to, I watch one of these videos and all faith is restored on this beautiful place I live, work, and call home. Thank you

Something soothing and calming with your voice and tone. Reminds me of Robert redfords on a river runs through it. Could just be me. As you already know you are a wonderful craftsman I enjoy your videos very much.

A truly thankful viewer. I've just this month changed careers to begin building. A long time coming indeed. Having watched yours and Larry's videos over the last few years have proved ESSENTIAL. As a visual learner your teachings have sewn the seeds of a skill set that took too many years to properly focus on. I am truly thankful to you and your family for bestowing upon us this distilled wisdom. Thank you. -Brent

I love the kids on the job site. They are learning life lessons without having to be taught. Just being there is so good for them.

Thank you and your family for letting us in on this journey of yours.

I still can't believe how quick you are with that saw; it's like an extension of your arm. Great videos. Cheers.

I trained as a carpenter in Australia many years ago and have since left the trade for something different. I watched Larry Haun's videos once upon a time as I still love carpentry even though it is not in my life anymore. It was watching videos such as those that led me here. Thank you so much for well made and thorough videos. You are a very knowledgeable and humble gentleman, and it shows!! Keep it up!

I've been a millwright and electrician for 12 years but framing still impresses me. Keep up the good work!

"You can learn something from just about anybody, if you're paying attention" True and very wise words!

Larry and Joe Haun were national treasures.

Awesome job on the proper shout out to Larry Haun!

What was so special about larry haun is that he made no unnecessary moves and they worked very well together with his brother. It seems from videos that the one who is faster in some work usually does it.

Raising walls. I remember getting called by a guy I'd worked for previously to work on a spec house he was doing (I had been out of town but his helper wasn't working out). Huge house, and the main floor was ready to be decked when I came on. We started framing the walls (clad before lifting) with the longest wall - easy enough to do until we started looking at what seemed like half a mile of heavy lifting. I was looking at my older boss and at my skinny self and wondering how we were going to do this. Well the old guy was smarter than I thought. You see the site had required some blasting to create a suitable building site (ocean view, so worth the expense) and there was plenty of blast rock still on site. Across the street there was some major landscaping going on, and the boss had told their crew to help themselves to whatever rock they needed, which they happily did. As I was pondering the predicament we were in regarding lifting this wall by hand, the boss just strolled across the street and asked the landscapers (obscenely burly men all) if they had a couple of minutes to spare. Four or five of them happily trotted over to our site and, I swear this is true, using only their pinky fingers had that wall vertical in less time than I could say "hernia". Not a wall jack in sight. A normal man might have felt inadequate in a situation like this, but I was just immensely grateful - for the large men who were probably happy for a break from their travails and for my boss, who understood how the currency of favors and respect works in the trades.

This is so very valuable to me. I am building a two car garage sized woodworking shop for my "retirement" career. It is really helpful to have one more friend helping me get it right the first time.

The folks I learned from were more or less in the same school as Larry, I use something those guys taught me every day and I don't even do construction anymore, a salute to the great craftsmen that came before us who put up with us when we were green, May their waffles never flatten, :)

Yes i have watched lotsa Larry's vids for bout 10 years.he is what all carpenters should aspire to be like,knows his shit

I really like seeing the family affair that this build is, it reminds me of all the building projects we did as a family back in the day. I'm the only male left now and do all of my projects by myself. Thanks for sharing your family with us!!!

I like this guy. He is supportive to learners in the way he teaches and doesn't assume we know things or make us feel bad for not knowing. Safe learning atmosphere :)

Respect to you sir...As a semi retiring carpenter, at 60, I couldn't keep up with you 10 years ago...You work like I did in my late 20's through till about 35... How's your body at the end of the day?...You're a beast framer old schooling with that crazy hatchet hammer! LOL...You wield it like a Samari...Stay safe and healthy...Just remember; Once you get to the punch list you're halfway done...:)

One of your amazing videos popped up on my suggested viewing list and I binged-watched even more while traveling on a train for five hours, then subsequently subscribed. I’m up this morning doing the same and still in awe of your spectacular skills and selfless desire to share this wisdom with others. The way you explain and demonstrate the various tasks leave very little to zero need for clarification. May God satisfy and bless you with excellent health and long life.

I remember framing before there were nail guns. Man, talk about being tired!

💯 for each person having their own saw. I showed up to my first day working for a GC with my own nailbags, hammer, speed square, tape and chalk line, and I brought my dad’s hand me down skilsaw from when he bought a new one. The GC showed up just before lunch and saw I had brought my tools, “You know how to use those?” 16yo me, “yessir.” Him, “you just got yourself a 2$ raise.” That was a 20% raise on the spot and that was a lot of money in 1998!

" I don't care what you do with it, just don't put in in the wall!" Gotta love it!! Great video!!

love your videos. ...keep them coming. I'm 46 years young and believe it or not just finished my first 3 months as a carpenter. Never too late I suppose. I never thought itd be so hard to draw a line where I want it and cut that line to length....and dont even get me started on the art of using.a hammer. It took me a couple to find what I wanted. Anything that saves time and helps me work smarter and more efficiently is golden right now. The guys I work with and for are master carpenters....so I'm constantly trying to keep up. I framed my first wall the other day and while it wasn't easy, my wall is still standing plum and square today. Can you remember being a new carpenter? Maybe mechanics of cutting a straight line with a circular saw w/lots of close ups...tricks to for doing things like rips....cutting to a 16th on measurements. If you're off a 16th here....what will it be when you get there?

This series is great to watch. Thanks so much for taking the time, money, energy and effort to share. I really appreciate it and will never forget it.

A very nice compliment to Larry and Joe Haun. I watched Larry Haun's video's a few times as I've watched yours, you guys are inspiational to the trade, I've learnt lots from your video's and Larry Haun's as well. Good job, keep it up.

First! Never caught one of these so early. Thanks Essential Craftman for all of your great content! Been a Patron since the start of the project, always looking forward to new videos! Recently bought a house and it has been really interesting learning about all the steps that go into building a house. Thanks!

Larry had a very distinct, humble, intelligent way of speaking...so do you. You should also seriously consider writing a book.

I saw you standing on the TOP of that 4' step ladder...😉. Carpenter and renovator for 20 years. We all do it sometimes...great videos.

Just wanted to say thanks. I've been working in bodybuilding and cabinet shops my whole life. Currently finding more work in home construction for the first time at 45 years old. Interesting to translate the skills. I used to look down on the framer/carpenter and that is no longer the case. It's humbling to do everything with a skilsaw I used to do with CNC, panel saws, router tables, and software. I have new and profound respect for all the tradesmen. Thanks for all the tips and encouragement.

Of all the framers I've watched or worked with, very few mention Larry. I never met the man but I've read a lot of his material and watched several video's he's done. He got it right. Occasionally I've dropped his name on some folks and most have never heard of him and quiet often later, on another job, I'll work with of those guys and they've thanked me for telling them about Larry. I've always been told, "if you want to be the best, learn from the best". I still believe that and yes, I'm still working on it. It's a pleasure watching your video's. Thank you!

Hi Scott. Really enjoy watching your videos. I’m a metal framer (LGSF) in London and the east of England. I would really like to one day hit the states to work on the sites I see you on. The scenery looks beautiful and peaceful. So much stress and pressure here in the big smoke, you sometimes lose the love for the craft. Seems your mind is free to refine and improve each method you undertake for each task. I’m a firm believer even the simplest task can be improved. You have a great wisdom that can only come from years of graft, man and boy. Keep posting your great videos, hat off to you pal.

“Dad a deer! That’s so cool!” **Moments later, throws rock at said deer** It was adorable to see his reaction for sure! I’m happy to see him consistently hanging out with his dad and grandpa at the site! He’s got to be learning a ton!

This channel is a fantastic educational resource and should be shown to any young builder. Took me years to learn half of this on jobs.

Love the acknowledgement of a great man gone too soon! I have often thought about his ways and techniques while watching your videos. Larry’s book is one of my favorites! I have watched all his videos several times and watching him swing that hammer with a rhythm like he does is neat! Love the build series and anticipate future videos! Keep up the great work!!!

This is professional framework and good communication, there are many out there communication like a mad dog, I appreciated your teaching, I would call you master,

As the day wears on I see your back getting that "bent over all day long" look to it where it's hard to stand up completely straight. I do not miss that. I am so glad to be retired.

It’s a great video. Don’t let the people dis you for your style. I would enjoy working with you any day if I was on the job. Our age has allowed us to learn somethings the old fashion way, try , try and do it again. It’s nice seeing you hammering nails.

How many of you papa bears watching had the first instinct that something was wrong when he was very first yelling for his dad about the deer lol. Having kids does that to you I guess.. 😉 I was glad it was a deer. Another fantastic video in the series.

Good to see all the kids up there experiencing the build.

I heard one time in the 80's Scott miss hit a nail and it bent over.

Love seeing all those kids checking out the work

“There is a deer RIGHT THERE!”, Leo said That’s pretty much my reaction every time they are shown in the video 😂😂😂😂

One of the best things in these videos is not what is said but to watch how these guys move while they work. Economy of motion. I work in project management building houses every day and watching these videos is refreshing and reminds me why I love building and how much I miss a good day of framing.

Thank you for the series and i hope that when im your age i can move like you do

Man, I was that little boy on the job site for many years. Some of my happiest memories. I’m so grateful my dad took me with him. Everything I am to was laid on that foundation. I learned how to deal with immense boredom. Also learned how to the worst most kind numbing tasks from very early. Sweat has a way of teaching some amazing lessons.

One thing to say about Larry is I have never seen a man swing a hammer as good as he did

I am not a framer or carpenter but I watched all of the video series on youtube. Absolutely a pleasure to watch a master of their craft create something, you included. You can tell you've been around a jobsite a time or two.

It’s so painful to watch walls go up without being sheeted and house wrapped on the deck. It does take more guys to lift the walls though because they are heavier. It still beats sheeting the walls after they are stood though! It’s so interesting to watch others frame!

Thank you for the great tip about toenailing the bottom plate into the subfloor. I will definitely do that during my build!

I can't help but imagine my last boss showing up to the site with all the walls standing and no sheeting and screaming at us "WHAT ARE YOU DOING!!??" But with a lot more color.

This man is awesome..a very humble genuine nice man, and from what I've seen, a he'll of a tradesman and he just has a natural way of narrating. A pleasure to watch and a must for any young carpenter/framer. Keep the vids coming Mr Essential Craftsman. A big fan from the UK 👍

Get yourself a few Amish dudes to help pull those walls up!!

I never tire of your videos. They often make me wish I was still doing this work.

Thank you for the great work and thank you for saluting a legend Mr Larry Haun. Both of your videos I have taken alot from. Thanks again. Keep up the great work!

I'm curious as to why you're not sheeting the walls as they lay on the floor? What's the reason behind it?

Highly impressive, world needs people like you. Highly dedicated, hard working and skillful. May sun shine on you, my dear!

All I'm doing is planning to build a little 4 meter squarish shed in a confined garden space - when I came across this. I am, nonetheless, approaching it it seriously! A pleasure to watch master craftsmen at work. Reminds of watching my dad work (a carpenter - sadly 25 years gone so can't help with the shed.)

Man this guys a freakin pro the way he uses that roofers hammer to nail those 16s w 2 swings like almost w the confidence he’ll never miss and have to pull a nail out..

What a wonderful, sweet scene where the sons and grand kids - maybe the whole family got to watch grand dad building a house, producing something valuable for years to become and for the whole neighborhood to admire, and presenting his craftsmanship. Soothing and satisfying. I wish I could become old like that. This is gold. Nothing is worth more than a scene like this.

I do a lot of rehabs on very old houses. 1910. U learn many many tricks. 1 -You have to love what you do. Then it’s satisfying.

Love watching these tutorials! Thank you for posting.

I had to come back to this video to ensure that I was doing my little project right thanks, very informative love the video by the way.

Many many thanks to you and you American carpenters who’s share their knowledge about house framing to the world. Here in Germany framing is not much common. Knowledge belongings to the professionals and is rarely shared to the public. Larry Haunt and people like you inspired me to go into the risk building first a small garden house as proof of concept and then a 50qm garage as DIY projects. And it works. I could realize my own ideas without paying for each modification. This saves me a lot of money. Beside that I really enjoyed these DIY projects. Following American standard here in Germany is sometimes not so easy. There is no framing industry so I had to find material as close as possible to meet the formal and static requirements. But it is possible. But what I’m really missing here is to by a skil saw for carpenters. Do you know are there saws like these that works with 230 Volts? Keep on spread your knowledge for all. Many many thanks!

I watch Larry's videos every few months. Never gets old. There was one he did right before he passed with FHB. He demonstrated how to cut without a square, cut came out terrible, and he was all " life goes on", and kept on rolling. He knew what mattered and what didn't.

I got started on these videos from Larry Haun and that was the best by far (this is good too ) video I got started with. Oh could I have ever used him as a out of pocket DIY guy or live in the rain. His ways with the speed square and the worm drive were priceless. I'm seventy now so driving nails with no legs just ain't a option (crippled at fifty two has hurt me many fold but I still rob air from the young) I admire a man who shares his knowledge. Of course owning your own tools was very important and when I built my last shop (I am was mechanic)I talked to a good older carpenter and told him to write his own check but hire my grandson then went shopping and bought every imaginable tool and then hung his belt on him. He still works with that man and thats eighteen years ago (I was a go fer on the job) when I could and kept doing my regular job. Buck (my grandson) was kinda lucky I was there for him as he never finished school or a lot of things but I stayed on him and he loves his work. He inherited all my tools when I quit trying anymore. Over a half million in tools that I built up. I was emancipated at fifteen, then drafted at seventeen an a half (judge sentenced me) and from there made a man out of myself till I got hurt and felt sorry for myself (I did that well too) I have never run into a fat carpenter and they earn their monies. I had no problem paying my grandson full wage even tho he didn't have it yet cause its incentive a good paycheck. I have made a lot of money all my life and nothing given to me but a chance. Everyone deserves that and what you do with it determines the man! Great series of videos here

My knees scream, just looking at you, and i'm only in my 30's, please, get some knee pads.

It sure is great to see your professionalism. My son is a vocational high school in Puerto Rico. His grandfather is a contractor, but your videos make up for the missed time. Thank you for sharing your videos especially the one with the ramp for your mom. I really did enjoy it. Although I do not know anything about your trade, but in the Marines sometimes it is better to learn from a clean slate. Thanks again.

Incredibly entertaining and informative.

Great video as always and the house is looking more like a house every episode! And yes, Larry Haun's many videos are a wealth of carpenter knowledge and I enjoyed them immensely! His book "The Very Efficient Carpenter" would be very helpful to young aspiring builders and framing carpenters everywhere! Take good care.

I love framing because it is so satisfying to step back at the end of the day and see what you've accomplished. You sir know the trade and are a talented communicator. I really enjoyed this video. I also give props to Larry.

I love this stuff...best film yet. And I love many of them

Damn everything is on the ground. You need knee pads

Man I have been doing handyman work for 12 years this man is VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE!!! Thank you so much for making these videos I have learned so much and I am very grateful for learning new ways to put food on my family's table

I am fascinated by your enormous craftmanshift and dedication, but also your philosophical view of your discipline.Thank you.

thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. as I do remodels, flips and rentals, not everything translates to my work but the fundamentals span all of construction. I grew up living with my grandparents and what I learned from that is to soak in all the knowledge you can from the generations before you. thanks again!

I almost fell out of my chair when I saw the Plumb rigging axe Scott. Not that I ever used one, but I was regaled with tales of it--and many others tools and techniques--from a pre-RU-vid legend you may have heard of or read articles by or attended a trade show he organized, a certain Don Dunkley. A tract framer in 1970s California, Don's restless intellect makes him a legit pioneer in the platform framing trade. Good stuff. - I also like that the spiker falls off the plate here, that real life on the job site makes it in the final edit.

Larry Haun - In 1995-1997 I was in trades school and building Habitat For Humanity homes/condos on the weekend. I shared the Efficient Carpenter videos with my classmates. When it came to the two framing classes our teacher thought that we were the best class he had ever seen.

Invest in a good pair of kneepads sir! Thank me later...say in 10 years

Thanks for Larry Haun tribute! And keep up the good work.

I love Larry Hahn's videos. I watch them again and again.

Thank you !!!!!!!!! for an amazing detailed and well thought out video!!

Been roofing since i was a kid and done quite a bot of framing but still love watching how other people do things. For instance this man nailing that plate to floor before he builds walls is soooooo smart.

In a country where people are fighting over what bathroom to use, it is extremely satisfying to see people getting things done and getting it done right.

I’m just glad to see some white guys building things along with no damn mariachi music blaring.

Thanks for sharing Scott👍

Scott, you are such a class act. And a true gentleman. Love learning from you.

I'm 38 and cannot work without knee pads. You are way older than me and crawling on your knees effortlessly. Respect!

You can find Larry Haun's old videos all over RU-vid. That guy is(was) a beast.

I like the toenail "hinge" technique 👌 very handy!

Thank you for Sharing all your Wisdom

You explain things brilliantly I like your videos