do it before the framing this way you will install the subfloor faster and you can anchor your walls on the subfloor instead of the concrete.@@seanmcguire7974
I watch your videos not because I’m actually going to do any of this work, but to be educated when I hire carpenters/construction guys. Thank you for being such an awesome teacher!
This is probably one of the best "how to frame a basement" clip I've seen. I'm not a professional, just a simple homeowner and seeing this clip with its easy to follow steps and Jeff's crystal clear explanations gave me the confidence to tackle a project like this.
You are a million times better and more entertaining to watch than Bob Vila! I learn so many little tricks from your videos, I am amazed at your knowledge base and experience with so many different types of work. The little extra pearls of wisdom are extremely important and tells me that you really have experience doing that particular project, thank you.
Jeff - this video has a ton of really useful information. Thank you! I'm about to build soffits for a kitchen remodel and will definitely use your system for creating the box instead of the "ladder" approach that I was going to do. Also, it's really impressive how quickly you can do the math in your head adding the fractions for multiple pieces of a joint where pieces meet. But... when I listen to you, I'm always trying to imagine what parts the measurements represent and by the time I can form a mental picture you are two sentences beyond me. This would be a great place for Max to insert graphics showing the dimensions of the pieces you are attaching to each other. W + X + Y + Z equals 5 3/8 and I can see what you're saying as you're saying it! Thanks for all the great work you do - Cheers!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY I'll send pictures of the soffit using your approach if you like. And, I'm a graphic designer so if you ever need help with W + X + Y + Z equals 5 3/8...let me know!
I randomly watched this video and was hooked 30 seconds in - lots of great information shared at a quick cadence and a good sense of humor. I really appreciate the pride Jeff puts into a well constructed project for the long run - not just throwing up some dimensional lumber, very good understanding of the characteristics of the material he's using and thinking ahead for all the trades that depend on a thoughtful framer to set them up for success.
I'm about to attempt building a music studio in my basement and have no idea what I'm doing. I just watched hours of how-to youtube videos on finishing your basement. Your videos are far superior to every other one I watched, in terms of explaining and demonstrating the steps so novices like me can understand. I hope you're getting paid for these videos. Thanks
One of the better videos for renos I have seen. Lots of small little nuggets in this. I dont ussually build, working as a fire fighter am ussually tearing stuff out, mostly in newer construction. If everybody built like this, it would be alot more work for me!! Some of the sad, shortcut framming I see is unreal. Nothing like trying to do some overhaul (post fire removal of walls and materials to remove and prevent regrowth of a fire before we leave) and pretty much pulling entire wall down when trying to simply pull a few studs!!!. Quality builds matter. Great insight!!! I am bookmarking this (and many of your other vids) for a comming DIY basement reno for my home theater. Keep the content coming!!! One of the most valuable channels out there as a DIYer to get some insight. I grew up in Ottawa, now live in the US. Its funny to hear all the small references to my old home town!!!. Oh.. and metric vs imperial.... head against wall... can we as a world just pick one lol.
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY you know I dont know of thats actually true. I find the nails sheer with any lateral force and break where the nails seems to bend more. I dont ussually break a nail, I dont ussually pull out a screw if that makes sense.
This is very helpful and the ONLY actual advice on RUclips one can actually apply at home in a DIY single person setting. Very much appreciate and Subscribed!
This is awesome, I'm framing a really low basement and couldn't figure how to build a thin bulkhead covering both the heat/return vents. I can just hang a plywood with a 2x2 attached top and bottom and it gives me great support over a wide space
Built my first wall and tried to make the height too perfect. I used a hammer to wack it in place, but it was too tight and would not stand plumb. Was unable to then lower the wall and had to cut all the studs off. My second wall was better! Thanks for your tips. Super helpful for me finishing my basement alone.
In all seriousness I love your videos. We're talking about doing our basement and I have a ton of questions and very little experience. Most of my basement is completely unfinished.
You guys are amazing, i'm planning on using your videos myself to do basement framing. and eventually the whole basement into a open space living room with a couple of cupboards. Hopefully wont mess it up too bad lol
Darn it. I should have watched this bulk head video. I made mine way, way too sturdy. What a great system you came up with. My next diy will be much easier. Great video.
7:15 for the next minute or so for DIY’rs be careful. An 1/8” to a 1/4” forced in won’t ruin carpets or tile but could cause the subfloor to heave just enough that it doesn’t resettle which causes a squeaky floor upstairs
I have the same framing gun. About 4 times a year it goes on sale for $99. If I was a contractor it probably wouldn’t last a month but it’s a great option for DIY-ers
I watched this video like a movie. It's pretty long one, the guy knows what he's doing. So I grabbed a couple bottles and peanuts, sat on a coach and watched it. Thanks Jeff.
Humor is a natural gift like singing and you got the funny. "Don't forget, this is the one time, I definitely agree, with all the trolls, to wear your safety glasses."
You fecker! I haven't slept all night and so I decided to watch a few of your videos. There was a long pause between the last Video... Then you yelled! Scared the crap out of me lol... Aye you did it deliberately haha. Thanks for the tips as they are invaluable to me a it's been 18 years or more since I did anything important and these refreshers are really appreciated
I love being taught by you. EasyPeasy. My only question when finishing my basement is when do i need to pull a permit? All of my electrical has already been upgraded and plumbing is already there too.
Jeff's a great guy, great personality.. Best guy to watch honestly.. Kinda hard to keep up without quite knowing all the terminology.. I'm still all ears tho 😂
Awesome video -- I picked up so much! Finishing my basement alone and this will help immensely! Couple questions on your awesome bulkhead solution: 1) Would you still use this method it if you were hiring out the drywall? In other words, will a crew coming in have any issues using those screwed 2x2's rather than a 2x4 "ladder"? Would you do anything differently to square them before a crew came in? 2) Would this system also work over larger spans for lowering a ceiling in a big room that contains a bunch of mechanicals interspresed throughout? Rather than doing multiple bulkheads, I was thinking I could use your system to essentially create new "joists" that are 1' lower and run perpendicular to the originals. Does that make sense?
Thank you for all your videos. Could you please let me know if I can screw the frames instead of nails? I live in ottawa too, not sure if its a building code you are following. Thanks again
Do you have any videos of finishing older basements? It seems much easier to do this work in a newer construction (and this is certainly helpful), but if you have anything like this working in an old fieldstone type foundation, with older floor joists (where the dimensions vary and where the ends are notched off to meet the perimeter box on top of the foundation) etc., I'd love to see it! Thanks!
Jeff you should explain where not to hold your hand on the lumber while nailing. I was running a pin nailer yesterday in trim for the face of cabinet doors. The pin hit something in the plywood and it curled around and blew a hole in my finger. I was not thinking. I did not give the pin nailer enough respect and space for the what if. Man my finger is sore this morning.
jack support is only needed when you are transferring load onto a header. in this case it is a non load bearing wall so the hear is simply there to accept the trim nails and keep things from cracking. the header was added later. Cheers!
We're finishing a basment and will be adding subflooring on concrete. What goes first, the subfloor or wood frame? Do you have a video on how to install a frame on top of subfloor? Thanks
If this floor had radiant heating in the cement, and u were not sure exactly where the radiant hoses were how would u attach your bottom plate to the floor, glue only or what?
Sir, question? What is the best for walling basement. You put starofoam or stad first. And the fiver and plastic. And how about the airflow are still dry inside. Thank you sir....
Hey Jeff! Thanks for the great video. Tackling out basement framing over the next couple days - I have a question about existing framing. Our house is 1965 in Edmonton and we completely gutted the basement to add a secondary suite. The walls around the foundation already have framing and we’ve left those intact as they are in decent shape. However, the bottom pieces aren’t pressure treated. There doesn’t seems to be any rot or anything yet (and they are original), but I’m wondering if we should replace that framing or at least the bottom piece? Moving forward all our new walls will have pressure treated on the bottom. Thanks for the tips and great videos!
So your way of doing soffit boxes is genius however i do have a query for you. Side note I have been doing rough framing for around 6 years now so i have some experience in the field. So as you well know most framers do not do the drywall themselves what would you suggest to support the bottom outside edge to keep it square if you will not be doing the drywall yourself. Also continue the great work I am used to picking people apart for people doing things shoddy and you have a real quality to your work thanks again and keep up the good work.
Love your videos. Very educational. Question for you. I have my basement covered with a blanket of pink insulation and vapour barrier all around. When i do the perimeter framing - does it need to be opened up and cut into the framing wood? Or can i put the frame against the pink insulation and vapour barrier (keeping the insulation untouched and puffy) seems easier than fiddling around the blanket of insulation already in place. What do you think?
Hi, Jeff. Thank you for explaining how to create a bulkhead for heating ducts. Question: do we still need need to include 2x4 support straps underneath or can we screw the dry wall without that added support underneath? Basically, can we hang the dry wall directly on the 2x2 without strapping the bottom?
Excellent as always! You mentioned you'd be putting waterproof vinyl on the concrete. Does that mean you'll be adding a product like DMX onestep as a subfloor? I contacted that manufacturer recently and they did only allow laminate 10mm or thicker to be applied directly. Otherwise, you'll have to put OSB down on the DMX securing with your ramset / concrete anchors.
companies are trying to catch up with new products. solid vinyl core vs soft core products make it difficult to offer warranties and manufacturers suggestions. people get confused easy! I am going to install solid core vinyl on a heating mat in a few weeks. going to make a video so hopefully it will help out. Cheers!
I love these videos but I have a question for you and the viewers... I have to restart my shop and I'm trying to stick with one line of tools to save on batteries and chargers so which do you prefer Milwaukee or Dewault? I do mostly carpentry and mechanical work... Thanks.
When framing studs up against basement wall. Is it recommended to space the 3 inch studs 2 inches away from the wall to create enough space for the 5 inch thick insulation?
Need to use 2x3 lumber. 2x3 don't come in pressure treated. I have a click on tile floor over concrete. Can I place the base plate over the vapor barrier?Do I need pressure treated on this floor?
Jeff, thank you for the video. Very helpful. I am wondering how you go about adding drywall to the stud wall you created below the steel beam around the 25 minute mark in the video. Do you add any pieces of wood to the beam that the drywall can be nailed to? I'm attempting to hide the beam inside a 2x4 wall without having to build a soffit. Just not sure how the drywall will be supported around the beam area. Thanks again.
Any tips on framing floating walls and how to install a door in a floating wall. Floating walls are required by code in my area due to heaving/expansive soils
How do you lay down crowns on the studs? Inside or outside? When measuring stud locations on the plates, do you measure first stud 15 1/4 ( -3/4") and then every 16 ", or do you take 3/4 off every 16" measurement? ( 15 1/4, 31 1/4, 47 1/4 and so on. This old house and others have different techniques. You didn't mention your idea of measuring locations. Please advise.
When you're marking "16 on center" that means that the center of one stud is 16" from the center of the next stud. But the right side is also 16" from the right side of the next, and the left side is also 16" from the next left side. Marking just 1 side of the stud on the sill plate is much faster than adding 3/4, then just subtracting it.
You could, but thats if youre marking the actual center, and starting your tape in the center of the first stud. A really easy practice to remember is just hooking your tape on the edge of the first stud and marking all your 16"s that way everything is 16" on center as its all 3/4" short, and you dont need to worry about holding your tape in the perfect position
Can you show us how to do a small vocal booth for a small room? I want to be able to listen to music while the artist is recording with out a problem, i wont have the speakers blasting obviously but i want to have decent low volume with out a problem, but thank you for the helpful videos
Thanks, Jeff. I'm really learning a lot of stuff from you and getting ready for my basement reno. Quick question about the hardware you use. What screws should I use for interior job like this? Can I use regular #8 phillips head wood screw (3" or 3.5")
You could, I live in Canada so we have a square bit and screw which is much easier to work with. I would prefer to use a nailer over phillips screws but you should be fine as long as you push while you screw. Cheers!
happy to share framing tips and how to build bulkheads in this video. Cheers
If you are framing the exterior walls then check out our how to insulate video here
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is the a master craft nail gun i bought one haven't really used it yet just wanted to know how good it works for you
Should you wait to put in the sub floor till after the drywall is hung? Or can you do it after the framing?
do it before the framing this way you will install the subfloor faster and you can anchor your walls on the subfloor instead of the concrete.@@seanmcguire7974
for best results do the subfloor first. Cheers!
I watch your videos not because I’m actually going to do any of this work, but to be educated when I hire carpenters/construction guys. Thank you for being such an awesome teacher!
This is probably one of the best "how to frame a basement" clip I've seen. I'm not a professional, just a simple homeowner and seeing this clip with its easy to follow steps and Jeff's crystal clear explanations gave me the confidence to tackle a project like this.
C'mon...this guy is awesome. I love his videos and learn something every...single...time.
You are a million times better and more entertaining to watch than Bob Vila! I learn so many little tricks from your videos, I am amazed at your knowledge base and experience with so many different types of work. The little extra pearls of wisdom are extremely important and tells me that you really have experience doing that particular project, thank you.
Jeff - this video has a ton of really useful information. Thank you! I'm about to build soffits for a kitchen remodel and will definitely use your system for creating the box instead of the "ladder" approach that I was going to do.
Also, it's really impressive how quickly you can do the math in your head adding the fractions for multiple pieces of a joint where pieces meet. But... when I listen to you, I'm always trying to imagine what parts the measurements represent and by the time I can form a mental picture you are two sentences beyond me. This would be a great place for Max to insert graphics showing the dimensions of the pieces you are attaching to each other. W + X + Y + Z equals 5 3/8 and I can see what you're saying as you're saying it!
Thanks for all the great work you do - Cheers!
Cheers Bill. That soffit trick as a life saver for small boxes.
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY I'll send pictures of the soffit using your approach if you like. And, I'm a graphic designer so if you ever need help with W + X + Y + Z equals 5 3/8...let me know!
I randomly watched this video and was hooked 30 seconds in - lots of great information shared at a quick cadence and a good sense of humor. I really appreciate the pride Jeff puts into a well constructed project for the long run - not just throwing up some dimensional lumber, very good understanding of the characteristics of the material he's using and thinking ahead for all the trades that depend on a thoughtful framer to set them up for success.
I'm about to attempt building a music studio in my basement and have no idea what I'm doing. I just watched hours of how-to youtube videos on finishing your basement. Your videos are far superior to every other one I watched, in terms of explaining and demonstrating the steps so novices like me can understand. I hope you're getting paid for these videos. Thanks
One of the better videos for renos I have seen. Lots of small little nuggets in this. I dont ussually build, working as a fire fighter am ussually tearing stuff out, mostly in newer construction. If everybody built like this, it would be alot more work for me!! Some of the sad, shortcut framming I see is unreal. Nothing like trying to do some overhaul (post fire removal of walls and materials to remove and prevent regrowth of a fire before we leave) and pretty much pulling entire wall down when trying to simply pull a few studs!!!. Quality builds matter.
Great insight!!! I am bookmarking this (and many of your other vids) for a comming DIY basement reno for my home theater.
Keep the content coming!!! One of the most valuable channels out there as a DIYer to get some insight.
I grew up in Ottawa, now live in the US. Its funny to hear all the small references to my old home town!!!. Oh.. and metric vs imperial.... head against wall... can we as a world just pick one lol.
Cheers Chris, So you would prefer I use nails instead of screws I am sure?
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY you know I dont know of thats actually true. I find the nails sheer with any lateral force and break where the nails seems to bend more. I dont ussually break a nail, I dont ussually pull out a screw if that makes sense.
This is very helpful and the ONLY actual advice on RUclips one can actually apply at home in a DIY single person setting. Very much appreciate and Subscribed!
This is awesome, I'm framing a really low basement and couldn't figure how to build a thin bulkhead covering both the heat/return vents. I can just hang a plywood with a 2x2 attached top and bottom and it gives me great support over a wide space
Jeff, you are awesome, sir. Your bulkhead idea/tips are so helpful. Watching your vids, I'm building the confidence to start my basement. Thanks!
You can do it, I can help! Cheers!
Built my first wall and tried to make the height too perfect. I used a hammer to wack it in place, but it was too tight and would not stand plumb. Was unable to then lower the wall and had to cut all the studs off. My second wall was better! Thanks for your tips. Super helpful for me finishing my basement alone.
In all seriousness I love your videos. We're talking about doing our basement and I have a ton of questions and very little experience. Most of my basement is completely unfinished.
very helpful and informative. could not realized spent 52 min watching your video.
Just finished framing the basement last week. We put up the top plate then did the studs as we go. Took longer but it worked either way!
great technique it you are looking for a temp structural wall as well. Congrats.
Perfect timing! I was just starting this job 😀😀😀😀
Nice!
You guys are amazing, i'm planning on using your videos myself to do basement framing. and eventually the whole basement into a open space living room with a couple of cupboards. Hopefully wont mess it up too bad lol
I am sure you will be fine
Darn it. I should have watched this bulk head video. I made mine way, way too sturdy. What a great system you came up with. My next diy will be much easier. Great video.
most people do. it is like most people use may too many screws on small pieces of drywall. go figure.
love this guy he has showed me so much information in just a few videos thanks Vance
7:15 for the next minute or so for DIY’rs be careful.
An 1/8” to a 1/4” forced in won’t ruin carpets or tile but could cause the subfloor to heave just enough that it doesn’t resettle which causes a squeaky floor upstairs
I have the same framing gun. About 4 times a year it goes on sale for $99. If I was a contractor it probably wouldn’t last a month but it’s a great option for DIY-ers
works great, been using it much longer than a month now.Cheers!
Wow! Excellent video. Very knowledgeable, personable and easy to understand. Perfect! Thank you.
I watched this video like a movie. It's pretty long one, the guy knows what he's doing. So I grabbed a couple bottles and peanuts, sat on a coach and watched it. Thanks Jeff.
Humor is a natural gift like singing and you got the funny. "Don't forget, this is the one time, I definitely agree, with all the trolls, to wear your safety glasses."
Another great video!
Great tip for building a bulk head
Lots of great advice in this video, but "make sure you don't cut your legs off like an idiot" is arguably the most useful!
Your videos make me believe I can do this myself. Hopefully starting a basement renovation this fall!
You can do it Dan, In a lot of cases you can apply tricks from one situation to solve a problem in another. Cheers!
You fecker!
I haven't slept all night and so I decided to watch a few of your videos.
There was a long pause between the last Video... Then you yelled!
Scared the crap out of me lol... Aye you did it deliberately haha.
Thanks for the tips as they are invaluable to me a it's been 18 years or more since I did anything important and these refreshers are really appreciated
Amazing. Great way to do the bulkheads. You have a gift. Great tips.
Thanks Richard, glad to help. Cheers!
This was an extremely interesting video. Lots of tips and tricks.
Thanks Larry, glad you liked it. Cheers!
Fantastic channel, you were with me the whole way as I was finishing my basement! Thank you!
you are the best ,thank you for the tips and all the advice,you make everything simple and easy to follow
Thank you, we appreciate the comment Cheers!
Why are laser levels so expensive? They are just a beam of light.
Love your channel
Awesome DIY channel. Good videos. 🇨🇦😎🤙🏼
Thanks Will, we are hoping to help as many people as possible. Cheers!
"Will work for tutorials. My home less sign. Keep up the great work...I sure am a fan
there is not a space in homeless
I love being taught by you. EasyPeasy. My only question when finishing my basement is when do i need to pull a permit? All of my electrical has already been upgraded and plumbing is already there too.
And has been approved by the inspector a long time ago.
This was good video. It gave me some good tips to put to practice into my personal diy project.
Please tell me the next video shows you completing the boxing / bulk head? :) Great videos!
It is as simple as installing drywall with a lift. Cheers!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY
yeah, but we want to see how it looks,
Great video! I’m planning to finish my basement soon, great information
looking forward to hear how it goes. Cheers!
Thanks for the video, just a small tip, hearing protection with the impact will go a long way.
You are such a cool guy and also a smart DIY. Guy thank you
Jeff's a great guy, great personality.. Best guy to watch honestly.. Kinda hard to keep up without quite knowing all the terminology.. I'm still all ears tho 😂
No Worries Mate! One of these days all the fuzzy areas will be crystal clear. Cheers!
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I am your number 1 fan. Great video Thank you
Emille, I am so excited to hear that ! You are awesome. Thanks for watching our videos. Cheers!!!!
Great video Jeff, very interesting and helpful.
Always glad to be interesting...and helpful.Cheers!
I learn something every time I watch. Many thanks.
Glad to help Cheers!
you are a pro indeed love your info and videos peace from NYC
Awesome 👏 Now I’m going to frame out my basement lol 😂 well attempt to at least
you will be fine. Let us know how it goes or if you have any questions. Cheers!
Very informative video Jeff. Can you do a video on soffit and how to wrap around ducts? Thanks.
that is actually in this video if you watch the rest of it. Cheers!
Very informative as always. Thanks Jeff!
Jeff is eating good , I see 💆🏼♂️💆🏼♂️💆🏼♂️
Do you have a video about installing cove base? I'm about to install and wanted to see your tips and tricks.
I have a video about doing baseboard with a miter joint but not with scribing the cove yet!
I'll probably get the cove base done before your cove base technique goes up.
Do you have a patreon? How do we support you?
nice video. do you mention what are all the tools and materials required for each project. That would help
Awesome video -- I picked up so much! Finishing my basement alone and this will help immensely! Couple questions on your awesome bulkhead solution:
1) Would you still use this method it if you were hiring out the drywall? In other words, will a crew coming in have any issues using those screwed 2x2's rather than a 2x4 "ladder"? Would you do anything differently to square them before a crew came in?
2) Would this system also work over larger spans for lowering a ceiling in a big room that contains a bunch of mechanicals interspresed throughout? Rather than doing multiple bulkheads, I was thinking I could use your system to essentially create new "joists" that are 1' lower and run perpendicular to the originals. Does that make sense?
Great Video. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for all your videos. Could you please let me know if I can screw the frames instead of nails? I live in ottawa too, not sure if its a building code you are following. Thanks again
Do you have any videos of finishing older basements? It seems much easier to do this work in a newer construction (and this is certainly helpful), but if you have anything like this working in an old fieldstone type foundation, with older floor joists (where the dimensions vary and where the ends are notched off to meet the perimeter box on top of the foundation) etc., I'd love to see it! Thanks!
Jeff you should explain where not to hold your hand on the lumber while nailing. I was running a pin nailer yesterday in trim for the face of cabinet doors. The pin hit something in the plywood and it curled around and blew a hole in my finger. I was not thinking. I did not give the pin nailer enough respect and space for the what if. Man my finger is sore this morning.
sorry to hear about your rookie mistake. sometimes we all get caught not thinking.
Great video.
Thanks Chris! Cheers!
You are truly awesome!!
At 3:19 in the video, you said the last board needs to be down the middle , not flush, but you nailed it on flush. I'm confused.
10:02 - Who framed that doorway?? Shouldn't the jack stud be supporting the header??
jack support is only needed when you are transferring load onto a header. in this case it is a non load bearing wall so the hear is simply there to accept the trim nails and keep things from cracking. the header was added later. Cheers!
Your channel is Awsome! I've learned a Ton!! Thank you!
Yeah give that wall a little bit of love LOL .
That was quite a miscalculation with that lump in the concrete. LOL> Cheers Steve!
steve simpson yeahhhhh. Bang that wood. Yeahhhhhhhh
We're finishing a basment and will be adding subflooring on concrete. What goes first, the subfloor or wood frame? Do you have a video on how to install a frame on top of subfloor? Thanks
Awesome video I’m wondering if you absolutely need to put regular R-13 insulation on top of the blanket insulation though?
Thank you so much. How do you frame against an exterior basement poured concrete wall with a french drain concrete floor?
great video, but what about the outside wall? Showing how to frame them would be helpful
Aamazing video Thank you !
always a great job!!
Thanks Michael, Cheers!
If this floor had radiant heating in the cement, and u were not sure exactly where the radiant hoses were how would u attach your bottom plate to the floor, glue only or what?
I just asked a similar question above. Why penetrate the concrete at all - Hadn't even considered radiant heat issue, but great point.
yes I would use construction adhesive. Cheers!
@Home RenoVision DIY - You make it all look easy, maybe you should come and help me with my basement.. LOL
Sir, question? What is the best for walling basement. You put starofoam or stad first. And the fiver and plastic. And how about the airflow are still dry inside. Thank you sir....
Hey Jeff! Thanks for the great video. Tackling out basement framing over the next couple days - I have a question about existing framing. Our house is 1965 in Edmonton and we completely gutted the basement to add a secondary suite. The walls around the foundation already have framing and we’ve left those intact as they are in decent shape. However, the bottom pieces aren’t pressure treated. There doesn’t seems to be any rot or anything yet (and they are original), but I’m wondering if we should replace that framing or at least the bottom piece? Moving forward all our new walls will have pressure treated on the bottom. Thanks for the tips and great videos!
What do you use for top plate around water pipes?. Metal or wood? How do you install?
Jeff, do you have any tips or videos on straightening a warped stud?
I just watch because he is so cute. Learn alot....but man this is entertaining
So your way of doing soffit boxes is genius however i do have a query for you. Side note I have been doing rough framing for around 6 years now so i have some experience in the field. So as you well know most framers do not do the drywall themselves what would you suggest to support the bottom outside edge to keep it square if you will not be doing the drywall yourself. Also continue the great work I am used to picking people apart for people doing things shoddy and you have a real quality to your work thanks again and keep up the good work.
no worries mate. this channel is geared towards the DIYer who can tackle this type of thing . Cheers!
Love your videos. Very educational. Question for you. I have my basement covered with a blanket of pink insulation and vapour barrier all around. When i do the perimeter framing - does it need to be opened up and cut into the framing wood? Or can i put the frame against the pink insulation and vapour barrier (keeping the insulation untouched and puffy) seems easier than fiddling around the blanket of insulation already in place. What do you think?
In you other videos you say to put the subfloor in first. Why are you putting this directly onto the concrete?
Hi, Jeff. Thank you for explaining how to create a bulkhead for heating ducts. Question: do we still need need to include 2x4 support straps underneath or can we screw the dry wall without that added support underneath? Basically, can we hang the dry wall directly on the 2x2 without strapping the bottom?
Same question I had.
You start your DIY video with a laser ! F,ing great ! Lol
Any advice when building a wall up on a concrete wall? Your walls also worked with the steel beam. What if it’s running perpendicular to it.
Excellent as always! You mentioned you'd be putting waterproof vinyl on the concrete. Does that mean you'll be adding a product like DMX onestep as a subfloor? I contacted that manufacturer recently and they did only allow laminate 10mm or thicker to be applied directly. Otherwise, you'll have to put OSB down on the DMX securing with your ramset / concrete anchors.
companies are trying to catch up with new products. solid vinyl core vs soft core products make it difficult to offer warranties and manufacturers suggestions. people get confused easy! I am going to install solid core vinyl on a heating mat in a few weeks. going to make a video so hopefully it will help out. Cheers!
I love these videos but I have a question for you and the viewers... I have to restart my shop and I'm trying to stick with one line of tools to save on batteries and chargers so which do you prefer Milwaukee or Dewault? I do mostly carpentry and mechanical work... Thanks.
For a trade pro doing mechanical I would say Milwaukee if you can afford it! Cheers!
When framing studs up against basement wall. Is it recommended to space the 3 inch studs 2 inches away from the wall to create enough space for the 5 inch thick insulation?
Jeff, how do you feel about steel (aluminum?) framing for walls in basements?
Need to use 2x3 lumber. 2x3 don't come in pressure treated. I have a click on tile floor over concrete. Can I place the base plate over the vapor barrier?Do I need pressure treated on this floor?
Jeff, thank you for the video. Very helpful. I am wondering how you go about adding drywall to the stud wall you created below the steel beam around the 25 minute mark in the video. Do you add any pieces of wood to the beam that the drywall can be nailed to? I'm attempting to hide the beam inside a 2x4 wall without having to build a soffit. Just not sure how the drywall will be supported around the beam area. Thanks again.
Glad I came across this channel. Looking for the laser you're using. Can you throw me a bone?
Any tips on framing floating walls and how to install a door in a floating wall. Floating walls are required by code in my area due to heaving/expansive soils
How do you lay down crowns on the studs? Inside or outside? When measuring stud locations on the plates, do you measure first stud 15 1/4 ( -3/4") and then every 16 ", or do you take 3/4 off every 16" measurement? ( 15 1/4, 31 1/4, 47 1/4 and so on. This old house and others have different techniques. You didn't mention your idea of measuring locations. Please advise.
Jeff--in regards to the wall frame you hammered into place in the 8-minute mark, why didn't use double top plate? thanks
it is not structural so there is no need to tie it together with another wall plate.
7:39 oops, knocked that stud out a little! 🤣 I hate carpentry.
When your marking 16 on center,, wouldn't you mark 3/4" on each side of the mark or am I missing something ?
Exactly
I could be wrong but he may not be worried about it starting 16" on center from the wall.
When you're marking "16 on center" that means that the center of one stud is 16" from the center of the next stud. But the right side is also 16" from the right side of the next, and the left side is also 16" from the next left side. Marking just 1 side of the stud on the sill plate is much faster than adding 3/4, then just subtracting it.
You could, but thats if youre marking the actual center, and starting your tape in the center of the first stud. A really easy practice to remember is just hooking your tape on the edge of the first stud and marking all your 16"s that way everything is 16" on center as its all 3/4" short, and you dont need to worry about holding your tape in the perfect position
That was exactly what I was thinking. His Sheetrock won’t fall on a stud. Whatever,... not my house. 😂
Can you show us how to do a small vocal booth for a small room? I want to be able to listen to music while the artist is recording with out a problem, i wont have the speakers blasting obviously but i want to have decent low volume with out a problem, but thank you for the helpful videos
doing a new sound proofing video this spring. Cheers!
Shouldn't interior wall be done as floating walls?
Im wondering the same!!
Thanks, Jeff. I'm really learning a lot of stuff from you and getting ready for my basement reno. Quick question about the hardware you use. What screws should I use for interior job like this? Can I use regular #8 phillips head wood screw (3" or 3.5")
You could, I live in Canada so we have a square bit and screw which is much easier to work with. I would prefer to use a nailer over phillips screws but you should be fine as long as you push while you screw. Cheers!