It’s actually a very well written and comprehensive book ru-vid.comUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 . I wanted to pair this with an updated book on local codes to start planning a post-retirement dream shop. I think I have just about everything I need between the two. The extra plans available for purchase towards the end are priced almost as much as full home plans, not little sheds however.
Your corner stone soliloquy and lessons learned along the way are chief among the compelling reasons to watch your clips. It looks like you're really enjoying the project too. Nice job!
Now i know there is someone else who forgets what is going on with the build..I am always in a hurry and forget something,so i dial it back and slow down a bit then get down to business..You are a good man with a good soul...Keep em coming......:)
Man I can't wait to see this done...I've introduced Zacks videos to my uncle and he's not a internet person but every time he comes up on the weekends he always asks "anymore videos from Zack?, did he finish it?". Good stuff Zack 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I enjoyed your venture into the unknown on your build. Definitely am intertaining something similar my self. It's nice to watch how each person has their own take on what they want to achieve. I look forward to see what the end results are on this perticular build. Something like this would be perfect for parking my fifth wheel under. Thinking that using cement to anchor the corners and the centers of each side would be a better way to go rather than setting the walls on rock. Seems like the possibility of the walls spreading out from the weight could become an issue.
I admire how you are able to put this up by yourself.....i have had to so the same on many structures that I have built, first because my children were too young, then later, because they were too old (to help dad). There was a sweetspot that lasted for a few years though. Also, looking at the terrain and vegetation, I would not be surprised to learn that your land is somewhere near Spokanistan.
Any Christian should know that Christ is supposed to be offered, not forced. I think he did that nicely also. What's more appreciated is that a self proclaimed atheist has the class to compliment a Christian for his beliefs without being derogatory. It seems today that everyone tries to force their beliefs on everyone else. Now I sincerely hope this came across as the compliment that was intended. As I read my own post I can see how it could be taken differently but I assure you sir it was a complement.
I love your attitude and not being ashamed of who you are. Also, try 3,4,5 or any multiple of that to get your 90 degree angle, much easier. So if you go out 9 foot (3 x3), then the other go 12 foot (3 x4) then the hypotenuse would be exactly 15 foot (3 x 5). You don't have to go off camera to do the figuring.
I'm pretty sure everything on YT is best, without god talk. I haven't discovered an exception yet. Thank you for the vid, especially the discussion of mistakes. Beautiful site too.
I use a set of three ropes with loops on their end. The lengths are 3,4 and 5 feet. Also have a set of 6,8 and 10 feet. The way to use those is to put a nail in the center of the corner and then from that corner use the 3 and 4 feet ropes and tighten them with another nail. Then use the loops from the 5 feet rope and put those over the nails. Make that 5 feet rope tight and you got your 90 degree angle. After use, roll them up and store them for next time. Real time savers when you have to do it often. To level i use a garden hose filled with water and two plugs on the end for transport. When in use remove the plugs and you have a water level that can be use for small and large distances. Even opposite sides can be made level easily.
Dude, I love your video. I am still laughing at the "If I were a mason" comment... Nothing but respect for you trying something new and learning on the fly. Suffice it to say, I like your style...
Zack, Do a little research into a 3,4,5 triangle. It can be used in feet, 2 feet, a yard, 5 feet pieces, whatever unit scales to your building. Just like your pythagorean theorem- a right triangle- one side 3, next side 4, hypotenuse will be 5. So 3 foot, 4 foot, 5 foot hyp. Or meters, or 18 inch sections: 3 18 inch sections , 4 18 inch sections, 5 18 inch sections. Still works. What ever unit handy that works for your building. So a 20 foot length ( one of your sides divided by 4 is a handy 5 foot. So mark one side at (5x4)20 feet, mark the next side at (5x3) 15 feet, your hypotenuse will make a square at 5feet x 5 or 25 feet. So, a 15,20,25 triangle is square. Easy peasy, you can do it in your head. Love the show!!! I really appreciate when you show us the "gotchas" because many show - the people stay nice and clean and sweat free, and never show us the gotchas and how to address them.
ke the When i was a young skip an old feller taught me always use two stone which the sill sits on , because the fist stone will take the ground water and not wick to the second stone keeping the sill from rotting out ...lol...I have a camp built that way and its 70 years old.and no rot at the sill,s yel ...nice build by the way later Gary
Here is an idea. Level the ground as precisely as possible. Anchor side boards by attaching them to metal bars that you pound into the ground. The arches could be placed inside those side boards and attached well. There will be pressure at the bottom of the arches to slide outward, so you have to hold them in. And anchoring them in the ground helps them not blow away.Triangles of plywood on the tops of the arch, (2) , will hold them well. Make more arches than you need in case something goes wrong.
for any rectangular shape (including a square), just adjust the sides until the diagonals are equal. And for many jobs, a 3'-4'-5' triangle from scrap wood can be very useful
Thanks Scott, it really is cool to have the first bit of "civilization" planted out there, starts to feel like something more than just a good idea :-)
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A scythe works wonders and is good to keep shoulders limber, especially as you get older. No gas required but is optional if you choose to eat beans or broccoli the night before.
Zach, hey, great vid.! always look for "project vids."; bcz i am always "looking for projects". 3x4x5 (6x8x10...etc.) works perfect as well; and is, sometimes, easier. newly sub'd; and will try to get caught up on all your vids. during the long week-end. your antics are a laugh riot. sure appreciate your approach to this project. of course...Christ is the Rock...not peter the pebble! git-r-done! good for you! best, walt
I just found your channel, Don’t mind subscribing to a channel that stands for Christ. Love the rock scenario. Made a lot of sense to me and open my eyes to see who the real cornerstone is in my life.Looking forward to enjoying more of your videos
If you allow for a 3 foot roundish top cap with metal wood stove chimney, then you could build the evolution of a teepee or a yurt and use it for site shelter. Such shelters could be made as a village or camp and rented for vacationers. Just build one as a kitchen/dining room and another as outhouse/showers.
Your series just came up and I’ve watched parts 2 and 3. This is so cool, entertaining, clever and insightful. I subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing the rest of your project. Thanks for posting and God Bless you.
4:20 was by far the most intelligent words you or any other could ever utter. 2nd thing could have the 3-4-5 rule, easy way to recall the Pythagorean Theorem. Could also use 6-8-10 god larger areas. Measure 3’ in direction, Measure 4’ in the other direction, if the corner is square or 90 degrees the measurement between the 2 points (3’ & 4’) will be 5’. If not adjust accordingly.
I've always used the old school formula 3 4 5 and that is 3' one direction and 4' the other direction, mark both points, measure between points to equal 5' for a square corner or any incrument there of.
If I was gonna build in that area ,I would have use pallets; cheaper and almost free. I already built one back 2000 in my family ranch in Texas ,Same shape.
Easy way to do Pythagorean calculation is also called the 3,4,5 method. 3 feet down one wall and 4 feet down other wall and the distance between those points should be 5 feet. You can double to be 6,8, 10 etc.
3, 4, 5 triangle for next time so no math required ;) Idea is a triangle with sides 3, 4 and 5 have a 90 degree corner. If you have longer walls 6, 8 12 also works and so on. Love the idea. Def watching the whole thing to see how it comes out :)
You can get square by measuring 3' down one wall 4' down the joining wall. When the triangle distance between those measurements is 5' it is square. 6'8'10' or any other 3'4'5' multiple also works. Or, you can to a cross measurement between the northwest and southeast corner measurement. When that is exactly the same as the northeast and southwest corners you are square.
Hey Zack... Don't pay attention to any naysayers... You're doing a great job... and we really enjoy your videos!... BTW... Are you any relation to Survivorman ~ Les Stroud?...
LOL... Yeah... The first time I watched you... I had accidentally increased the You Tube playback speed... which tampered with your voice pitch and tempo a little... along with a little beard stubble and your head cover... had me doing a double-take... googling relatives of Survivorman/Les Stroud!... Ha!... Anyway... We love your channel... Keep up the good work... and best wishes to your future!...
'as an Atheist' raised in the Catholic church, Jesus and his words were the only things that made a whiff of sense. It is a spiritual thing raising any shelter I'm glad you took the time to recognise that. It's also Sciency ;0) sub'd =]8¬_D
Looks good is your sill plate going to remain parralel to the ground? Would it be stronger or lease likley to flex if you magebthe long side of your sill plates perpendicular to the ground? Glad to have you back.
You know Matt, I didnt really think about that but you're absolutely right. I don't suppose I'll change it now but will certainly keep that in mind for the next one. Oh yes there will be a next one.
For square you can measure corner to corner crosswise... each measurement should precisely equal the other..or A=B=square (or 90 deg.) corners regardless of the size of the structure
An easy way to square up any rectangle is to measure the opposite angles. The distance between the top-left and bottom-right corners should be the same as the distance between the top-right and bottom-left corners. You don't even need a tape measure. A string is sufficient.
I agree that it does look that way, and to that end, I did some in-depth observation in a hand full of places and at several different times this spring which was the wettest on record for a very long time. I was pleasantly surprised to find that even at the height of the deluge there was no standing or flowing water in that spot.
Zack Of All Trades, that’s good. Good drainage should take care of you as long as the beavers stay away. Counties sometimes maintain 100 and/or 200 year high water records. Heavy snow can also cause a temporary dam.
I was thinking of the same thing, potential flash flood area. But, if one does use such an area that does not normally flood, it would be a good idea to establish some sort of flood control system and also to set a drain field all around the outer edge of the structures being built. Can do that with small rocks, and or any crushed form of aggregate material (my favorite is old toilets I get for free and use the sledge hammer to get out some angst ;) ) in a two to three foot deep trench with a lead off at the lowest end going to either a cistern or run to a small stream to a pond or a deeper aggregate filled drain hole. At least in this manner one can control potential flash flooding issues and also without the flooding, it is nice to keep water logged soils from rotting out the structure. After all, have to remember that rain and snow is going to run off the roof and right to the bottom of the structure.
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Thanks for the Christian comments. He asked if we believe not to be ashamed ( as many are today) of him and he would be ashamed of us before the Heavenly Father. Love your build
Easiest way to square it is to measure from one corner diagonally to the other corner, then measure diagonally across the remaining corners, if the measurement is the same it is square, if not you need to adjust until both diagonals measure the same.
When I watched you squaring your building the easy way is the 3 4 5 method or multiplies off that so 3on one leg 4 on the other leg and 5 across the angle
Love that song. Sadly the Stone that makes men stumble too. No regrets making Him my foundation. And 6, 8, 10 is a commonly used Pythagorean triple used for squaring foundations.
Thanks Tim, I'm glad to be in the company of folks who agree. I sure wish I'd have learned about the common Pythagorean triples before doing this, would have saved some head scratching. Thank you for pointing that out, I'll now go do some more learning.
An easier method than trying to do squares and roots is just the 3,4,5 triangle method. If you mark a line 3' from the corner on one board and 4' from the same corner on the other board, the distance between those marks should be 5'. You can go 6,8,12' if you want to be more accurate over a longer distance.
I wish you had shown how you fastened/anchored the bows to the plate. I will assume to used screws but some folks might not be clear how to do that securely.
Just make sure each of the pairs of parallel sides are same length, make them into a rectangle by eye, by connecting with just one screw in each corner (so the corners can pivot) then measure across the corners to square the building. It's more accurate (cross check) and you don't have to do any maths. Or if you really need to start with a triangle only, then use a 3,4,5 triangle, using metres.
A triangle with one side 3, one side 4 and one side 5 will make one angle 90 degrees in between the 3 and 4 side. You can multiply all those by any same number and it still works, just bigger. For example x2 would be 6,8,10. X3 would be 9,12,15....etc
Well Zack it is only $500 but 1 by 4 with blocking would have been the way to go with that type of arch rib. It will work for you for "long enough" don't spend any more $ on it. Those plywood strips WILL fail in not many years. Nice spot ! Piece brother.
Yeah,I like one-by. Steams nicely. Evenly bends. But hey...cool build none the less. Cheers. I'm gonna try this using some long pcs. (logs 16' +) of Ash. It's everywhere. Mill me up some one-by. Oh yeah!
why not put the 2x4 bracing the other way so the end cut of the wood is flush with the inside and outside edge? Can you make it wider and less tall or would that weaken it to much?
to a certain extent you can widen/shorten but as not a whole lot. in my part of the country we can get some pretty big snow falls so having it pretty steep was important to me.
Question: Where is all the rain water coming off that hill going to go. Hope it doesn't wash your shed away. 3 4 5 works in getting things square. Not quite as accurate as 6 8 10 or 10 10 14.14 but when you're having to measure by yourself it's easier. Thank you for sharing.
Hey Tooter, thanks for that observation. It was something I was concerned about until I had the opportunity for some in-depth observation in a hand full of places and at several different times this spring which was the wettest on record for a very long time. I was pleasantly surprised to find that even at the height of the deluge there was no standing or flowing water in that spot. Also thanks for the info on the 3,4,5 etc, I love to learn the little tricks of the trade like that from the people I get to interact with here.
