The 45 cut is a fantastic tip. A couple things you might have mentioned is that you should make sure your board is perfectly level before you start scribing, not all walls are plum so you could end up with a great scribe with a sloped board. Also to measure the largest gap with your scribe first and set it slightly larger to that size.
I've been a painting contractor here in South Florida going on 44 years and back in the day all carpenters did quality work like you do. It's nice to see that there are still skilled craftsman who care about quality. Keep up the good work.
You were taught by someone--and that someone was a very good master carpenter...now you are that as well.not just referring to this simple scribing video--I’ve been watching a bunch of your content and I’m always impressed with how well you have developed your craft.imagine how good you’ll be when your my age-I can tell you care about what you do and that translates exponentially into what your working on in an1000 ways--wish there were more young men who took this as seriously as you do...👊🏻
And that is the reason I watch all of your videos. I have scribed a thousand times like I was taught years ago but never had the insight to 45 the board first to make the cutting easier. Old dog has a new trick. Thank you sir.
The miter cut also ensures that the only material touching the brick is the surface that you cut. Just because you got one side scribed and cut perfectly doesn’t mean the piece will mate up cleanly if the back side of a full thickness piece interferes with inconsistencies in the brick or mortar. 2 excellent benefits to this method.
I am been a painting,g contractor for 19 years now. I wish every finish carpenter would put out the quality that you do with your work, paying attention to the small details is what's its all about. If half of the GC I work for produced the typ of quality that you put out. Not just on this vid but your others as well. It would not only make my life easier it is the type of quality all of our customers deserve. Thanks for doing things right. Means a lot,
Someone posted this in the DIY sub on Reddit and I clicked through. You explained this in such a way that it was easy to understand and made me think that it was something simple enough that I could do it if I had a need. You're awesome!
I have watched several of your videos and can only say that I wish you had been available to work in our area. I have not found any carpenters of this caliber. You are what I would call a true craftsman. Thanks for raising the bar to a great standard.
Nice to see a young carpenter take the time to produce fine work. I'm 60 years old. Been in the trade full time for the last 35 years! I'd enjoy working with you instead of the misfits I have had the "pleasure" of dealing with...
The 45° cut beforehand is a Great idea. I've been welding, fabricating, and woodworking for over 40+ years and I've gone through so many protractors over the years. It should be in every tool box. I still have my very first one that is made in the USA. Great video.
Roy Underhill taught me everything I need to know about a scribe, but your video is bound to demystify things for some people that thought this could only be done with magic.
thank you. im now 50 and 38 years twisting wrenches has wrecked me. im just starting doing wood working. i hope i can learn this so i can still work!!! and seems your near me!!!! wish my carpenter dad hadnt been so rough on me, but then again i would be the mechanic i am!!! keep up the good work man. you got a sub from me!!!!
Richard, a hint from one trim guy to another....always cut your scribe line with a 10 degree backcut on the jigsaw, with the scroll on the blade set to zero. If the brick has an irregular surface it will hold the piece away on the high spots. With that additional angle it makes the outside point that you just traced touch the wall/brick first. Resulting in an even tighter transition between the 2 surfaces. Think of it as a shallow cope on a corner with wide baseboard.
Your videos are very informative and well done. Few tools put a smile on my face, but anytime the ramset comes out I smile. It sounds beautiful and smells even better.
I think a number of other folks have said it, but the 45 is a great idea. I'm doing finish work and trim in a van conversion - everything is scribed. Thanks man.
When I first started doing carpentry work I would get the 5:06 reaction. The only difference is that no matter what side I flipped the wood it just wouldn’t fit lol
Great video, Richard. For people who haven't used a compass to scribe, make sure you use a compass that has a screw adjustment. If you buy a cheap one that uses an arc slide to adjust the opening, you are far more likely to not get a precise cut because the opening will vary depending on how much you squeeze the two sides. If you just want to make some circles, the cheap kind is fine. If you want precision, get the compass with an adjustable screw.
your channel is awesome dog. i woke up at 5:30 to go paint my house but sat down for coffee and 10 mins to watch this. learning so much cool shit. just bought your miter thing on amazon for cutting mitre cuts. got my trim goin up next month
Nice job, the only thing I would add, I'd also level the top of the plywood going away from the wall. In case the wall leans either in or out. Maybe you did check and it wasn't on the video. Nice work, enjoy watching, reminds me of my younger days before corded tools
Don't care who 'invented' the idea. Its bloody genius and I haven't seen anyone else suggest it. 👍👍👍 from me! I'm not in the trades, just a simple homeowner who tries to improve what I have and these little nuggets are gold! Q: After cutting the tracing and holding the board in place is the top edge still level? In case the wall kicks in/out of plum.
Great stuff as usual Richard but one tip I might have missed. The board must be held plumb so the lid will be level. This may require a temporary shim at the bottom gap to the wall, tack it to the frame with brads or quick clamps. Also, not that what you take off on that side will affect the reveal on the opposite end. When scribing mantel scribe molding (5,000 +) I evened the reveals, tacked it with brads, scribed it to the widest gap then it fit like a glove with an even reveal all the way around. I'm about to buy a DW 20VDC jigsaw and was curious if you've experimented with the Collins Coping Foot on them. Keep up the great stuff. Love the way you notched your hanging framing btw.
I am Brazilian and I admire your work, Congratulations soon I will be moving to Texas in the Dallas area who knows I could not learn more carpentry finish with a Master, good job, congratulations.
Nice work. I appreciate the attention to detail. Hard to find these days. Most contractors wouldn't take the time to fit it to the contours of the brick. I've used a pencil and washer but never thought to use a compass for instances where the washer is just too big like fitting to brick. Thanks!
that was a Aristo Rapid Adjustable Compass 1 , use to use those alot when i was a tot. my pappy used alot of compasses of different types for different jobs. very informative construction. the predecessor to whom invented that unit would be delighted to see their invention being used properly, given its extra activity. very bright young man. bravo ! [edit] . . . the ending was brilliant !
The 45 deg cut is a great tip. Your compass will follow the contour better if you keep it straighter up instead of laid back. It can't trace the bottom half of the grooves very well when it is laid back.
😂 nice ending! Bust a cap in that brick! Nice job on the scribing too. The back cut is SO useful on all types of trades...I use drywall too. I also like to use a profile gauge in certain circumstances.
Hahaha love the end funny shit and good Carpentry tricky my friend. Just a quick tip at you if you ever scribe something like the back of a cabinet and u want to remove minimal material just set the compass/scribe tool to the width of the biggest gap and you'll only take off the needed material leaving your material as long as possible. You probably knew this but you're always sharing great tips so I figured I'd throw this out there.
As far as I'm concerned Christmas has come early for me. For three days now I have been treated to DFW video....Great info. Thank you, keep them coming.
Good video🖒 another tip to help prevent tear out when using the jig saw to scribe cut a chunk of wood. Regardless of the type of wood im cutting i always trace my scribe line with a new utility blade. Apply just enough pressure on the blade to score the grain. Dont let the saw come past the scribe line and most times you dont need to sand the cut. Keep the videos coming. Good to see people sharing proper techniques and methods in construction. Maybe cut down on the homeowner hack jobs over time...maybe
The 45 is a great tip. What you missed is that you can open your compass to the amount of board that is over the other end and scribe to the exact cut. So if your board is 2 Inches longer than needed you can adjust the compass to 2 inches then Scribe. It makes a perfect end. Well done love the videos.
I'm new to your channel brother and I can say that you are definitely one of the best Carpenters I've had a chance to speak to you in quite some time I love your channel and I love the time that you have dedicated to make sure that you are giving decent information to society my brother from another mother
Great video my man! Thank you! I'd personally also check before scribing if the board is in level. If the wall would be out of level then the board would come out out of level too even if you had your frame leveled. Cheers!
Dude! Love the details on all of your work!!! I’ve been watching your videos and I’ll like to say thank you for the unselfishly sharing your tricks of the trade. With an attitude of gratitude I wish upon you great success on your business!!!
I can't wait to.see more content! Your videos are well made! I didn't have any video to watch on RU-vid for a while during my breaks. I build houses and just watching these videos I learn awesome tips and tricks and also helps get my brain working to think of some of myNown tips on the job. THANKS FOR THE AWESOME KNOWLEDGE.
I have used a compass to scribe a lot, but I never cut my board at 45 deg. This is a great trick that I will use the next time. Thanks a lot. Take care.
The what moment was funny im not a professional but I have the what moments a lot but since i been watching this channel my what moments have gone down TY Finish Carpentry for making these educational videos for rookies like me
heres a tip...throw away that compass..get a simple compass with a pencil ..set compass at largest gap.start at top of wall.pull compass down along wall....cut with miter on jig saw,,, use fine metal blade...ole custom boat builder...you would make a fine finish boat carpenter..great vids...
I don't know if anyone mentioned it but if you shorten the lead a little, the compass will tilt away from the wall and then you don't have to "manually" tilt it by holding the needle point away from the intersection of the wall and the board.
Use this method myself just mind your scribing cumpass keep the points eather vertical or horizontal don't let one point leed keep the two in the same plain .I'll turn the jigsaw upside down when cutting finish work stops break out .Good vid 👍
