I used to work for a lumber and hardware store and sold a thousand of these Swanson Speed squares!!! I never learned how to use one until watching your videos. Thanks for the great tips, Paul.
Thanks Paul. I just started watching your videos because they are easy to follow for beginners. I do not have a lot of power tools or tools at all for that matter. Believe it or not I'm 60 years old and never took the time to have a hobby. I regret it often, so now I'm getting ready to do some simple projects that keep me busy and hopefully can bring enjoyment to others. Thanks Again.
refreshing to watch a guy who knows his stuff but doesn't get a big head about it. Informative, concise, and to the point. Well done and thank you for explaining this in a way that a novice can understand!
I just love the way you talk it's easy understanding you NOT LIKE THE OTHER GUY'S try to teach people that don't know how to use a speed square you make it a lot easier to understand thanks again Paul you're awesome.
Paul - I really appreciate your heart to help people and teach them the things you have learned over the years. I recently refinished all of my kitchen cabinets using your tips - sanded, primed (that spray can primer was amazing!), painted and finished with the Deft spray lacquer. Thank you so much - I must have watched those videos 10x each to get it just right!
I really enjoyed your two tapes, on the speed square.You are very clear in your instructions and concise. At 68 I am finally learning how to use the speed square. Keep up the good work and keep loving America, VHM
Great Video! I'm a cabinet Engineer in California. I been building cabinets for 20 years and never truly knew how to use one. Thanks for all the helpful info. Keep up the great job!
I have a couple of speed squares, but I simply used the to make square cuts. I had no idea there was so much information on them. Thank you very much for the instruction. You made it simple.
I've never done any framing but am getting ready to build a small shed and your video has helped me understand something I was worried about getting right. Thank you for such a well done, easy to understand video on the Speed Square. I'm looking forward to watching and learning more of your videos. Thanks Paul - well done.
Always good to see videos on how to use tools. Took me a long time back in the day to learn all the tricks of the speed square. Man, if we would have had RUclips back in our early years of getting started in life in our building professions, we all could have been faster, better, more informed. Thanks Paul for making these videos for those who do not understand how to use the tools of our trade. Keep it all up. You are doing a great service brother.
This was a fantastic tutorial on the speed square ! Excellent work, great pace and explained well ! It's never wrong to slightly over explain and repeat yourself - it helps to learn and reminds one of the basics as the video moves along ! A++++
man thank you for these videos me I'm a young Carpenter done a little bit of everything but grew up doing floors hanging metal studs hanging and taping drywall over the past 4 years I've done a lot of decks and roofs is inside in with a good boss but all your little tricks and everything else put all together and it is very useful
Great video Paul. When I learned framing in the 70's with my dad who was a home builder, I always wondered what the speed square was for. He would rarely use it except to square up lineal. He only used his framing square to layout rafters and stair treads. In the 90's the speed square was never far from my hands on layouts...
Thanks, for the great Video! Your a great instructor. Your small scale visual helped a ton. I always found it hard to grasp when it was a large scale rafter.
I learned from the last video how to get the angle for some handrails using the speed square from you. It was right on. I used a string and socket on the end for the plumb bob. Who knew? Thank you. I was sweating it cutting the top rail that costs $50 for each trex board.
Wow Pual thank your for all these tutorials! I'll be building a tiny house from scratch soon. The tutorials you give are life saving when planning, to make things faster, easier, and saves me from making simple inexperienced mistakes. Thank You so much!
Thank you. I was shown this before by my dad. But being young and supposedly knowing it all I said sure. NOW IT MAKES A WHOLE LIY IF SENSE. even more now cause I use it often. Thanks again. You make it simple.
Great video Paul....Have been using a speed square for years, but you have shown me things that I didn't know about it. Will definitely use these tips in the future. Thanks!
Hooked on your videos.Came across your channel the other week and loved it. Look forward to all your posts,. As a complete novice I've learned loads. Gotta agree with Robert Hardy ; I bought a speed square and with your help I can use it correctly now. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks for this video! I will be building a gable roof over a deck sometime in the future and needed to know how to cut the roof rafters! Perfect!! I have watched many of your other vids, thanks for all your expertise!
Hey Paul. Hi from Canada. So thanks for the Great SPEED SQUARE videos . It's good to have a refresher course. If you don't mind, Please enter me for a speed square and booklet. Please keep the videos coming , I like the NO babbling bullshit, that a lot of videos out there that seem to be made just to hear themselves yap. It's OBVIOUS you have worked in the trade. So thanks for passing off your knowledge to us.
WOW!! another great video always full of helpful information Thank You!! My current project is handicap ramps with a 1/12 pitch which is code in most areas for wheelchairs.
My name is Alfredo pizarro and I have been carpenter for more than thirty years that does not mean that I know everything I always watch these videos to gain some extra now how and I must say this fellow Paul does an great job on instructing you I can tell that this guy Paul knows what he is talking about it's a pleasure to see his how to videos thanks Paul
thank you paul for the videos ive watched them all , and ive learned something from each one ,keep up the good work because your helping alot of people
Hi Paul, always watch your Videos! The last two I found very interesting and I learnt more from you, as a joiner my self I found your way alot easier the way you explained. Thank you for your Videos I watch them all the time!!!
fantastic video. I've only ever used a square for as a straight edge and saw guide. There is a lot more to that little guy then meets the eye. that Swanson looks like a upgrade from my plastic orange one. Lol. thanks for the tips
Hi Jesse, Thanks for the compliment. I try to make sure I explain the detail that people need to finish their projects successfully. I do have plans for some new videos soon. Please subscribe and hit the bell for notifications. Also check out my websitewww.paulsttoolbox.com Have a great day! Paul
yeah i made gambrel rafters with the typical 5/12 pitch. I used trigonometry along with a framing square to do layout. I don't mind the speed square but i always preferred the framing square honestly especially using stair gauges for consistency.
Thank you for your videos Paul. they have been really useful. I actually built a gate for my fence using your video ad a guide. it doesn't look as good as yours, but you could swing an elephant from it...
I grew up working with hand tools and power tools. I never actually learned how to use a speed square though nor did I ever give it much thought. Definitely an under valued tool, and one I'll start making more use of.
love your videos, I have learned so much from you, what are the basic tools you have to have in your tool box, like say if your hiring a helper or someone just starting out or the D I Y'er
66 years old and enjoyed learning from your video on how to use the speed square. Never to old to learn !
Thank you Paul for taking the time to do this. You provide a GREAT public service.
I used to work for a lumber and hardware store and sold a thousand of these Swanson Speed squares!!! I never learned how to use one until watching your videos. Thanks for the great tips, Paul.
Thanks Paul. I just started watching your videos because they are easy to follow for beginners. I do not have a lot of power tools or tools at all for that matter. Believe it or not I'm 60 years old and never took the time to have a hobby. I regret it often, so now I'm getting ready to do some simple projects that keep me busy and hopefully can bring enjoyment to others. Thanks Again.
refreshing to watch a guy who knows his stuff but doesn't get a big head about it. Informative, concise, and to the point. Well done and thank you for explaining this in a way that a novice can understand!
I just love the way you talk it's easy understanding you NOT LIKE THE OTHER GUY'S try to teach people that don't know how to use a speed square you make it a lot easier to understand thanks again Paul you're awesome.
Paul - I really appreciate your heart to help people and teach them the things you have learned over the years. I recently refinished all of my kitchen cabinets using your tips - sanded, primed (that spray can primer was amazing!), painted and finished with the Deft spray lacquer. Thank you so much - I must have watched those videos 10x each to get it just right!
I really enjoyed your two tapes, on the speed square.You are very clear in your instructions and concise. At 68 I am finally learning how to use the speed square. Keep up the good work and keep loving America, VHM
Paul. You are one good teaching Craftsman !! Keep, giving myself and others, this badly needed hope.
Thanks for sharing Paul, it's a lot easier to understand by watching than reading for me and I really appreciate your taking the time.
Hi John, I am the same way, I like visual learning myself!
Glad I could help and have a good day!
Paul
Great Video! I'm a cabinet Engineer in California. I been building cabinets for 20 years and never truly knew how to use one. Thanks for all the helpful info. Keep up the great job!
I have a couple of speed squares, but I simply used the to make square cuts. I had no idea there was so much information on them. Thank you very much for the instruction. You made it simple.
I've never done any framing but am getting ready to build a small shed and your video has helped me understand something I was worried about getting right. Thank you for such a well done, easy to understand video on the Speed Square. I'm looking forward to watching and learning more of your videos. Thanks Paul - well done.
Always good to see videos on how to use tools. Took me a long time back in the day to learn all the tricks of the speed square. Man, if we would have had RUclips back in our early years of getting started in life in our building professions, we all could have been faster, better, more informed. Thanks Paul for making these videos for those who do not understand how to use the tools of our trade. Keep it all up. You are doing a great service brother.
awesome as always. you're like the dad we never had.
Paul is way better than the instruction book!!! this was awesome!
This was a fantastic tutorial on the speed square ! Excellent work, great pace and explained well ! It's never wrong to slightly over explain and repeat yourself - it helps to learn and reminds one of the basics as the video moves along ! A++++
man thank you for these videos me I'm a young Carpenter done a little bit of everything but grew up doing floors hanging metal studs hanging and taping drywall over the past 4 years I've done a lot of decks and roofs is inside in with a good boss but all your little tricks and everything else put all together and it is very useful
Informative, helpful and very well presented! Been using Swanson's Speed square since 1990 and still learning, so thanks!
Awesome!!! Very helpfull, I never knew how to use the speed square until watching you explaining with ease. GreatJob again keep up the good videos.
Great video Paul. When I learned framing in the 70's with my dad who was a home builder, I always wondered what the speed square was for. He would rarely use it except to square up lineal. He only used his framing square to layout rafters and stair treads. In the 90's the speed square was never far from my hands on layouts...
Thanks Paul. I always like the way you experts make things look so easy. Take care.
Excellent video, the Swanson book is good but actually seeing how the square is used just makes life easier.
You were the only person that could teach me out of 50 videos!
Thanks, for the great Video! Your a great instructor. Your small scale visual helped a ton. I always found it hard to grasp when it was a large scale rafter.
I learned from the last video how to get the angle for some handrails using the speed square from you. It was right on. I used a string and socket on the end for the plumb bob. Who knew? Thank you. I was sweating it cutting the top rail that costs $50 for each trex board.
Wow Pual thank your for all these tutorials! I'll be building a tiny house from scratch soon. The tutorials you give are life saving when planning, to make things faster, easier, and saves me from making simple inexperienced mistakes. Thank You so much!
Great video! You are very clear in your explanations and even a novice like me can understand them. Thanks!
Thank you. I was shown this before by my dad. But being young and supposedly knowing it all I said sure. NOW IT MAKES A WHOLE LIY IF SENSE. even more now cause I use it often. Thanks again. You make it simple.
This infor will come in handing when I start building my shed.Thanks Paul
Nice! Thanks for the information! I've been wanting to build my own shed. This will definitely help me with the project. Keep up the great work!
Thanks so much. congrats on the success, you deserve it mate.
Thanks for always supporting our veterans
Great video Paul....Have been using a speed square for years, but you have shown me things that I didn't know about it. Will definitely use these tips in the future. Thanks!
I really appreciate your knowledge especially teaching the fundamentals like the speed square
Hooked on your videos.Came across your channel the other week and loved it. Look forward to all your posts,. As a complete novice I've learned loads. Gotta agree with Robert Hardy ; I bought a speed square and with your help I can use it correctly now. Keep the videos coming.
Some really good tips there Paul. You make it look so simple. Thanks for all your videos!
Excellent Tutorial!! Always used speed square's, but not quite in this fashion!🔨🛠📐📐📐
Thank you for your time and effort. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of the building trade.
Thanks for this video! I will be building a gable roof over a deck sometime in the future and needed to know how to cut the roof rafters! Perfect!! I have watched many of your other vids, thanks for all your expertise!
Cheers Paul very good video , I did not know how to use a speed square until now.
Thanks Robert, I hope I can help!
Have a good day!
Paul
Thanks Paul you make it all so easy to understand and follow, Cheers.
Great job at showing how to use this great little tool. everyone needs one of these in his pouch. please consider me in your give away. Thanks Paul
Thanks Paul, I like how you explain things in videos. It makes it much easier to understand how things work. Keep it up my friend!
Hey Paul. Hi from Canada. So thanks for the Great SPEED SQUARE videos . It's good to have a refresher course. If you don't mind, Please enter me for a speed square and booklet. Please keep the videos coming , I like the NO babbling bullshit, that a lot of videos out there that seem to be made just to hear themselves yap. It's OBVIOUS you have worked in the trade. So thanks for passing off your knowledge to us.
WOW!! another great video always full of helpful information Thank You!! My current project is handicap ramps with a 1/12 pitch which is code in most areas for wheelchairs.
Thanks for your really easy to follow explanation on using the speed square! Now to get Swanson to make a small metric one!
Another great job Paul. Thanks for the tips.
My name is Alfredo pizarro and I have been carpenter for more than thirty years that does not mean that I know everything I always watch these videos to gain some extra now how and I must say this fellow Paul does an great job on instructing you I can tell that this guy Paul knows what he is talking about it's a pleasure to see his how to videos thanks Paul
Great video! Thanks for all your videos it really helps to make sense of it all.
Both videos on Speed Square usage are great.
thank you paul for the videos ive watched them all , and ive learned something from each one ,keep up the good work because your helping alot of people
Thanks Paul, appreciate your time
Hi Paul, always watch your Videos! The last two I found very interesting and I learnt more from you, as a joiner my self I found your way alot easier the way you explained. Thank you for your Videos I watch them all the time!!!
You squared every thing up for me Paul, now it's time to start cutting up my roof.
nice. one of the best video I seen. look forward to seeing other videos you have.... great work
I love all your very informative videos ! Great job Paul !
fantastic video. I've only ever used a square for as a straight edge and saw guide. There is a lot more to that little guy then meets the eye. that Swanson looks like a upgrade from my plastic orange one. Lol. thanks for the tips
Congrats on the 100+ thousand, play button should be in anytime
Hey Paul thanks a lot. This video came at a perfect time as I am about to build my garage and your tips will really help!
I love these videos when I actually learn something well done
Exceptional video, thanks for dropping knowledge of great value. I'm going to continue to watch your channel,
Hi Jesse,
Thanks for the compliment. I try to make sure I explain the detail that people
need to finish their projects successfully. I do have plans for some new videos
soon. Please subscribe and hit the bell for notifications. Also check out my websitewww.paulsttoolbox.com Have a great day! Paul
yeah i made gambrel rafters with the typical 5/12 pitch. I used trigonometry along with a framing square to do layout. I don't mind the speed square but i always preferred the framing square honestly especially using stair gauges for consistency.
Great tips Paul, thanks for sharing.
Great job Paul!
Once again, fantastic and informative video! Thanks Paul!
Thanks a lot for this video. Great instructional on the speed square for beginner people like me.
Thanks David, I hope I can help you more in the future!
Paul
Thanks for sharing. I have always wondered about all those angles and numbers and how they work with framing.
just watched video speedsquare 2. learned much!!! thanks.
Sweet stuff. Glad to see you made another review of the speed square in action. Keep it up
Great tips, wish you had done this a month ago would have made my life a little easier with my garage build.
Great video👍 I want to build a shed and I've been doing some research. This video definitely helps. Thank you!
Thank you for these explanations. I never knew of this tool's versatility.
Excellent video - I've learned a lot from you!
Great video, explanations that are easy to understand, as always!
That's a very useful tool.
thanks for sharing Paul
Great video Paul. Thanks.
Great explanation Paul!
saludos desde Puerto Rico, excelente forma de enseñar, por eso me subscribi. Tengo un "speed Square" y ahora es que se que tiene todos esos usos. 😂
Great info. I may be putting some of this to use very soon.
Good stuff. A little tool with a lot of power.
Great tips as usual.
Keep them coming.
Very helpful video about speed square Paul, thanks👍🏽💪🏽
Great guide!! Didn't know how to more than a 90 degree cut!
Thank you for your videos Paul. they have been really useful. I actually built a gate for my fence using your video ad a guide. it doesn't look as good as yours, but you could swing an elephant from it...
I like the speed square. I want to learn how to use this cool tool👍
Awesome tips on the use of the Speed Square Paul! Love the videos keep'm coming 😀
Hi Pete,
I can't tell you how much I appreciate viewers like you!
Thanks!
Paul
Thank you Paul for the tips great to have.
Great video Paul! Solid information always!
Great as always Paul, thanks.
Love the information, now I can use my square at a whole new level
Love the videos. Lots of information I did not know.
Very good video Paul thanks , very well explained and easy to follow cheers!
Thanks for video. Plan to build a small shed one day. Can you build A-frame rafters without ridge board using same technique? Thanks again.
Nice tool, nice tips. First time working with speed square. In Europe they don't have it.
That was a great video, very well covered.
I grew up working with hand tools and power tools. I never actually learned how to use a speed square though nor did I ever give it much thought. Definitely an under valued tool, and one I'll start making more use of.
great video man. i will definitely be practicing with my speed square.
👏Good job explaining.
Great video very informative many thanks for sharing
Thanks for the info on the speed square.
love your videos, I have learned so much from you, what are the basic tools you have to have in your tool box, like say if your hiring a helper or someone just starting out or the D I Y'er
Good stuff Paul! Thank you.