Ran into Jeff at our local home depot last weekend. He was kind enough to stop ask some questions and share some information and suggestions for my DIY project. He's a great Canadian. Thanks Jeff
Eye protection! WE don't need any stinking eye protection! How about telling us what happened to your hand. It could go a long way in helping prevent someone else from making the same mistake.
It might not even be related to construction work, but likely is. Regardless, a person working in any physical trade is going to get some Knicks and Knicks. That's life. Sometimes a person is working in a cramped area and scrape up against door a nail that's protruding in such an area, or a tree branch , when pruning, can't be removed. If we wasted time to analyze every little move, we'd take an excessive and costly amount of time to get things done - it doesn't mean that a person isn't trying to be safe to stay on time; it means we know that shit is going to happen and requires some reasonable mitigation to keep minor injuries to just that
I’m 52, live in an old house, no money and a wife I love. Can’t afford to pay craftsfolk or trades to renovate house. Just trying to learn and get confidence to try myself. Content like this is brilliant, thank you and appreciate that your sharing your skill and knowledge 👏🏻👍
May your learning curve always be up 👍 the satisfaction of a task completed is immeasurable. We just poured an epoxy kitchen counter at the weekend and love it
Right?! I encourage every homeowner I know to follow this channel and sign up for the membership! I’ve learned SOOOOOOO much and we’ve remodeled a difficult bathroom all on our own (well… mostly) thanks to these guys! ❤️
You should do a video on the speed square. So much you can do with that thing, and I've seen a few videos on it, but no one explains and demonstrates quite like you. Mark on, Sharpie man.
I just cant express enough how great these videos are. Thank you Jeff for your knowledge and your time in making these videos for the DIYer like myself. I greatly appreciate you and your team. Cheers from NJ.
Thank you so much for keeping it simple and not making it complicated. I learned a lot. I don't really have anyone to teach me these kinds of things and I have so many projects I want to do. So this was very helpful
Thanks for the video Jeff! Although I've already used measuring tapes and these types of tools a few times in my life and kinda thought I knew what I was doing, I learned a lot from this video, really helpful!
I am glad there are men that mentor, it makes a big difference in young men's and even older men's lives and bonus when a lady discoveries your content. Great how to-
You’ve inspired me a TON Jeff. Taking on my bathroom Reno next week and I’d say 90% is stuff I’ve learned from your channel. I truly appreciate the insight and hope you’re doing well. Thanks!
Good morning Jeff , I am sure you are aware of the fact that you are really on top of your game . There are lots of people who have the skill set, but have the ability to teach someone else and have patience is much more than that . You seriously have it and besides that your personality and your melody making skills are the toppings . I am remodeling my townhouse and I will give you at least 50 percent credit for it . Everybody can do a job but the little nuances make the difference . Oh yeah , Thanks a lot for making the TEXAS STRONG video . I literally watch your videos everyday and rerun it . Thanks again .
I love all the diy project videos, but this one is invaluable. Once upon a time folks might have learned some of this from holding 2x4s for grandpa or dad. Now I have my girls next to me and realize they know nothing about power tool basics because we have barely made anything from scratch. Thank you SO much for this video! It is an excellent place for someone to start!
I live in a 1br rental and yet here I am binging your videos. Thanks Jeff for putting this valuable life skill information online for free. It's really truly valuable knowledge. Happy New Year btw!!
thank you Jeff for this instructional video. My Brother and I built a shed following your instructions. After a lot of measuring 3-4 times and cutting 4-5 times we finally finished my shed.
This is absolutely awesome and so generous of you to make! I’m a new DIYer and am flipping my children’s small bathroom - perfect size for me to “play” with 😂 So helpful all of these videos you make! Thank you!!
This is so helpful. I have been collecting tools that I can handle (not to heavy) over the past 6 months. Watching your videos is helping me to have confidence that I can do these - man jobs 😂. You know what I mean. Thank you so much for your videos!
Man, I found your channel about 2 weeks ago, not a carpenter but I have always used tools to do repairs myself. You Sir have taught me to see things differently.. TY!
I grew up in England using the imperial measurement. Then the government decided to come in line with Europe and use the metric system. It took a while to get used to it, but now I find it so easy because everything is divided by ten. Does away with 12 inches. 3 feet. Etc.
I recently got into construction and your videos have been nothing but helpful. My boss is impressed with my knowledge and doesn’t believe that I have less that a years worth of construction experience haah
Thank you for explaining things to me. You have a chemistry that I can relate to. I never understood that sliding piece on the tape measure and now I do. I totally appreciate your instruction. God bless!
Oh wow this EXACT problem was bugging me a few days ago. These videos are amazing!! EDIT: referring to trying to measure into a corner with the tape measure. Measuring it in halves never occurred to me. Brilliant!
Yes! See Jane Drill is awesome! She has a simple way of effectively explaining how to do things, like Jeff does. I learned how to texture a ceiling to cover up new air returns that saved my bacon. Anyway, great video! Nice to know how to use my tools the correct way now.
12 is a better base than 10. 12 is evenly divisible into 1/2, 1/4, and 1/3. Base 10 is only evenly divisible into 1/5 and 1/2. This is why the ancient babylonians (where a lot of math came from) used base 60 (which is evenly divisibly by 12. 60/5 = 12). It's why there are 12 hours on a clock, and why there are 60 minutes in an hour. Base 12 (or base 60) are superior to base 10. The only reason we use base 10 is because we have 10 fingers. It's a primitive system, which should be abandoned in favor of the more modern, more reasonable base 12 or base 60.
Jeff I think your one of the best teachers out there for home remodeling!! All those different quick ways to get things done ✔ im gonna keep on watching and keep on learning brother and im a union journeyman carpenter, lol 😆 and im taking my classes from you now ,!!
As a new home owner this year, I love these kinds of videos. My dad passed away when I was in my early 20's so I don't have him around to show me this stuff anymore. I appreciate you taking the time to teach and making it so easy to understand!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Actually after this bad freeze, I need to repair some underground sprinklers this spring. Even though we had them blown out it looks like we had at least one break. Not sure if this is up your alley or not as it is in the yard and not inside the house. Also, the safe way to change out light fixtures and ceiling fans.
This was so great, Jeff! Thank you so much! It would be great also if you were to talk about blades for all these, basic blades and specialty blades and when you need which. You are awesome, thanks!!!
God bless your patience, I saw the IKEA video on how to put together a kitchen, im going for it. Thank you explaining the good and bads. Keep up the good work
You explain well. I do hvacr abd precision is everything. Cutting pipe to get a squared fit and construction to install the units. Learn something bew everyday. Keep em coming
My mind is blown. I am from Australia, so I will always use the Metric system (same reason why you will use Imperial with the US being your trade neighbours) and therefore this is just fun facts for me, but the way you described how you use the Imperial system gave me a lot of respect for that system. Now when I watch all your other videos I won't be quietly rolling my eyes as you talk about 20 and 7/8th inches haha. Also... the fact about why the tip of a tape measure moves.... unbelievable. This is the first comment I have made on any of your videos but I have been watching ALL your videos since I bought my house in Feb this year. Doing a full renovation ourselves. I have learnt so much from your stuff (geographic relevant stuff, naturally). Thank you so much for this content.
I love the way you explain things easy and simple it's very important that people can understand you and be able to listen to you for a long period of time so they can watch more videos some other RUclipsrs I can't watch that long because they don't talk correctly or they talk annoyingly thank you for your work and your education
When I was schooled it was still Imperial system for measuring and F. for temp. I have the habit still of converting from metric to Imperial in my head and same story for temps.I still think in the system I grew up with. CHEERS from Westcoast Canada!
Many years ago when I got my first tape measure I thought I just got a cheap one because the end would wiggle. It was a couple years before I realized it was like that for a purpose :)
You have the best tutorial videos for any given project. You always make sure to go over so much and it’s helped me out in many projects. Love the vids man!
Jeff thanks so much. I'm a new DIYer and your basic videos help people like me. PS I'm a math teacher that exactly how I teach fractions(for the most part) Really appreciate it
I often use the phrase "measure twice, cut once". My next door neighbor, who did needlework, brought me a framed cross stitch with the saying for my workshop. Only she added a line in smaller text below which was "go get new board". It still makes me laugh and it still hangs in my workshop almost 30 years later.
When I unplug a tool, I always press the switch afterwards for two reasons: (1) if multiple tools are plugged in, you could have pulled the wrong cord! (2) In case the tool has a giant capacitor storing energy, it might help dissipate some of that as a safety measure. Great video here!
Very informative video I'm kind of an older guy who loves to play with wood but have never developed a good habits of cutting properly this really helped me out thank you
Multi-tools are awesome for tight spots. I needed to cut something in a tight spot back in a hole and nothing would reach it. Went to the big box and found the multi-tool. Now I love those things and can’t imagine remodeling without it.
Awe come on, give the dude a break. He’s already expecting you to have the proper PPE and is giving tips on how to utilize these tools whilst using the proper protection.
IVE LEARNED MORE FROM THIS VIDEO THAN ANY OF THE THOUSANDS IVE WATCHED BEFORE! THE INFO ON THE MEASURING TAPE WAS THE FIRST TIME IVE ACTUALLY UNDERSTOOD HOW TO READ ONE!
As someone who grew up with imperial tape measures, I’ve been buying imperial/metric tapes and using the metric side of the tape measure more often because it is much faster to find the exact center of spans and is more accurate because the gaps between the millimeter marks are easy enough to count as .5 instead of using 1/64ths between the lines on the imperial side. Realistically, just using millimeter marks and not utilizing the gaps between the marks is accurate enough for 99% of wood projects, though.
You are correct I was born and raised for quite a bit in Europe and metric system is the best, fast measuring and precise,easy to work,not just in construction ask yourself why in medical world (giving birth, dilatation, surgery) or laser tools etc, you name it, metric is the best system. I say hi from Miami,
I use to use imperial, but metric is way faster and precise. I use imperial for lumber, pipes, and board need assessment, but when it comes time to cutting, it is all metric 100%! I recently bought a Bosch Blaze laser measure, wow is all I gotta say.
@@olhesty2196 I’ve been using metric a lot lately easily figure out the centers of projects or what ever you need. And lots of people say that’s 1/64ths is more smaller than any metric tape…but first of all then how does the rest of the world do things precisely? And second of all if you really need to be that precise than you can get a more precise metric ruler there’s a lot of very accurate rulers. Just fractions are a pain in the neck. You can easily make some small mistakes if maybe that tiny 64ths line wasn’t a 3/64ths and was actually 1/64ths. Those small lines also can mess up after time after they start fading you are not able to tell which lines in longer than the others. Some manufacturers make the 8ths and quarters are so similar I often messed up now a days it’s very rare.
This probably won't make it to the surface for a suggestion/request: 1. Can you do a part two for tools like this but for the more specialized tools like routers, or nail/staple guns and things like that? Maybe bring up differences in drill types too - I know many people ask that (impact vs not, or what each setting is for).. 2. Can you do a video like this but on materials selection? Ie wood types, sizes, dimensions or things to consider, how to pick a good piece and 'fair pricing'. Why use ply, particle, mdf, etc.
Nice shout out for Leah at seejanedrill. She is amazing at explaining things. One of the first places I found on youtube to get answers on construction things. I've learned a lot of great things from her videos. This video reminds me a lot of her type of content. A lot of basic info that you need as a foundation to build on. And you did it very well. Good explanation on how to use the basic tools for framing.
Remember using the miter... make sure there's a balance between where u cut...n where the end of ur wood is..... I LOVE U 💘 n MAX 💘 Plz never stop TEACHING US ALL UR TRIX!!! 😊APPRECIATE IT!!!
Not to nit pick or be that guy, because I do appreciate and watch every video, but as a suggestion to add, is to take a minute to quick clean your tools after you use it. Clean and lubed power tools work a lot cooler, quieter, safer, etc; plus, they generally last a lot longer. Wood dust has moisture and it can rust your blades if you just throw your saw back in the little bag it came with only to find a rusty blade the next time you go to use it. A quick blow off and a few sprays of wd will save money and frustration over poor cuts the next time you need it.
Man! I am not woodworker got nothing to with this line but dude! Your accent is so lovely, the methodology is awesome..... Felt no stranger to me! God Bless you ❤
Love it, Skil saws . Jeff I m old too and I am learning so much from you. I’m still working full time, semi retired? I’ll never retire. I’m just getting going . Your lessons are full of lessons are full of content and concise . From a University professor.. excellent teaching style . You are teaching me MATH too and I went to graduate school.
A fellow Canadian here, I grew up after the 70's, and imperial sucks. Metric ftw. Plumbing and carpentry is still all in imperial, rest of our trades have made the move
@@suicidaljell so does the pipes. But for example 4" pipe is 114.3mm. 1" pipe is 33.4mm. so yes, it's accurate, but not really. btw these are outer diameters, inner diameter depends on the wall thickness.
I appreciate different opinions but there is no way I am going to do plumbing and ask someone to pass me a 114.33 mm pipe. even if they put a gun to my head!
Best explanation on how to measure/read imperial system. It has always been a struggle for me to read an inch ruler until I saw this video. Thank you sir!
I'm still getting all the basics for my power tool collection, but one of my first buys was the multi-tool. Lately I've been using it to cut the roots of a stump I'm digging up in my backyard. It's saved me so much effort in not having to use my hand saw and can fit into smaller spaces better so I don't have to dig as much dirt out saving time too. I love that tool, the blade is still in decent condition after 2 stumps worth of roots and only cost a few bucks.
There are giant 50 piece bulk packs of blades on Amazon for $20, they last about 3/4 as long as one from HD or Lowes, but they are 1/10 of the price so you don't mind tossing it when they're dull. Worth it!
59-year old grandma here. I can’t thank you enough. I live in a place where these tools are bought by those who know what they’re doing (not to mention my reading capabilities of their language) so I feel silly to even just look around. I’ve been binge watching your videos and I’m so grateful.
Thanks I really appreciate the instructions on the skil saw. I was pondering myself as to why just starting out for personal construction why I would need to buy a table saw right away. When the skil saw is really more versatile. l
See I've never understood the whole argument metric vs imperial...I've used (and still use) both and they both have their uses and place. Both are not that hard to understand or use but it does takes some getting used to when you grow up with one and learn the other after the fact.
Agreed, I grew up with imperial but nowadays most timber, cupboard units etc are in metric. Sometimes use imperial, sometimes metric but just remember.... don't mix and match as it's really easy to get confused!
I definitely prefer Metric! But that's because I grew up in it. I live in England now where a lot of things are still in imperial and I got used to it. I don't like it for long distances, km are easier for me to understand than miles. But it's all a question of context, for DIY imperial is great! For fine scientific work metric is better. And ultimately whatever works best for you to get the job done is best! That being said, in co-operative teams it's useful if both sides can do their conversions and own measurements to come to an agreement. BTW Jeff, you forgot to mention that it is possible to get shitty measurement tools with one or both systems being off! I've seen tape measures with things being off by a cm! Then again you probably assume that any self respecting and serious DIYer will buy decent tools that are properly calibrated!
My son is getting into construction for vocational school. I will be having him watching all your videos as I am. You are the best with real-world talking on the job. Thank you for the great info. .
Just bought that atomic sawzall a couple months ago and its fantastic. Had the other smallish dewalt sawzall and the vibration was awful. That small one is just awesome, can even cut drywall fairly clean with it.
His point is that on a 25-foot tape measure (standard here vs 8 meters) there are 9600 separate marks and yours only has 8000. This means we have 1600 extra marks on a foot shorter tape measure to make very fine measurements that aren't possible in metric without moving to micrometers.
@@scottbitz5222 1in is 25mm. 1in is split in 16parts, while 25mm is split in 25 parts. how is inch more precise? its almost twice more precise to use metric.
Your videos are so great that I am almost jealous to share them with anyone, like a priceless gem 💎 lol...but I still end up doing so, only with people who I love...thanks Jeff...keep them coming and thanks for the hard work...making these videos are not easy and are time consuming.
He said "Leave the blade in and call **A **structural engineer." Because if you pull the blade out from being stuck between the wood it wont be holding the load anymore
Ran into Jeff at our local home depot last weekend. He was kind enough to stop ask some questions and share some information and suggestions for my DIY project. He's a great Canadian. Thanks Jeff
Wow, that's high praise. I mean, you guys gave the world Celine Dion! :) Cheers from your southern neighbors.
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I met him at a bar 1 time and he sure knows how to party ❄️
"No danger here. We're showing big boy techniques here." I love this guy. I remodeled my whole bathroom by watching your videos.
Eye protection! WE don't need any stinking eye protection! How about telling us what happened to your hand. It could go a long way in helping prevent someone else from making the same mistake.
It might not even be related to construction work, but likely is. Regardless, a person working in any physical trade is going to get some Knicks and Knicks. That's life. Sometimes a person is working in a cramped area and scrape up against door a nail that's protruding in such an area, or a tree branch , when pruning, can't be removed. If we wasted time to analyze every little move, we'd take an excessive and costly amount of time to get things done - it doesn't mean that a person isn't trying to be safe to stay on time; it means we know that shit is going to happen and requires some reasonable mitigation to keep minor injuries to just that
I’m 52, live in an old house, no money and a wife I love. Can’t afford to pay craftsfolk or trades to renovate house. Just trying to learn and get confidence to try myself. Content like this is brilliant, thank you and appreciate that your sharing your skill and knowledge 👏🏻👍
You can do it!
You have a wife you love and who loves you. You, my friend, are WEALTHY BEYOND MEASURE.
May your learning curve always be up 👍 the satisfaction of a task completed is immeasurable. We just poured an epoxy kitchen counter at the weekend and love it
@@1988dgs 👏🏻👍Just completed our downstairs toilet. Ripped out the old one, including the floor boards. Only took 11 and a half years 🤦♂️😄
@@Falwheel Your wife is a saint, you are a very lucky man!
Great shout out to Leah at See Jane Drill!! She is amazing!!!
I'm about ready to start calling Jeff, Uncle Jeff. I've learned so much from him, he's starting to feel like family.
Right?! I encourage every homeowner I know to follow this channel and sign up for the membership! I’ve learned SOOOOOOO much and we’ve remodeled a difficult bathroom all on our own (well… mostly) thanks to these guys! ❤️
@DewaltTv please sponsor this man! He’s helped me more times than I can count! If any deserves a sponsor from you it him
I really hope you're making over a million bucks a year off of these youtube videos. You deserve every penny, you're awesome.
I feel like this was a series of power tools for dummies. I learned a lot with this video! Thank you for teaching dummies like me new tricks!
Glad it was helpful!
I love when RUclipsrs give props to other RUclipsrs. Builds a solid community. Love it
You should do a video on the speed square. So much you can do with that thing, and I've seen a few videos on it, but no one explains and demonstrates quite like you.
Mark on, Sharpie man.
I’d like to second that request.
I have recently added a Sharpie to my tool belt because of Jeff.
Whoa whoa whoa stop the clock. I am pushing 40 years old and just finally learned fractions easily in 30 seconds. I love Jeff!!
I just cant express enough how great these videos are. Thank you Jeff for your knowledge and your time in making these videos for the DIYer like myself. I greatly appreciate you and your team. Cheers from NJ.
Thank you so much for keeping it simple and not making it complicated. I learned a lot. I don't really have anyone to teach me these kinds of things and I have so many projects I want to do. So this was very helpful
As someone who struggles cutting in a straight line, this is fantastic!
Cheers!
Your thoughts and reminders on safety ALWAYS are invaluable to the pro and the amateur. Thank you!
Jeff is the best! What a great teacher! Watching these videos makes me want to start doing more renos and building stuff. Love it.
Thanks for the video Jeff! Although I've already used measuring tapes and these types of tools a few times in my life and kinda thought I knew what I was doing, I learned a lot from this video, really helpful!
I am glad there are men that mentor, it makes a big difference in young men's and even older men's lives and bonus when a lady discoveries your content.
Great how to-
Thank you so much Jeff for your channel. I really appreciate your video's and the knowledge that you impart. Keep up the great work.
You’ve inspired me a TON Jeff. Taking on my bathroom Reno next week and I’d say 90% is stuff I’ve learned from your channel. I truly appreciate the insight and hope you’re doing well. Thanks!
Good morning Jeff , I am sure you are aware of the fact that you are really on top of your game . There are lots of people who have the skill set, but have the ability to teach someone else and have patience is much more than that . You seriously have it and besides that your personality and your melody making skills are the toppings . I am remodeling my townhouse and I will give you at least 50 percent credit for it . Everybody can do a job but the little nuances make the difference . Oh yeah , Thanks a lot for making the TEXAS STRONG video . I literally watch your videos everyday and rerun it . Thanks again .
Cheers Ravi, happy to help!
I love all the diy project videos, but this one is invaluable. Once upon a time folks might have learned some of this from holding 2x4s for grandpa or dad. Now I have my girls next to me and realize they know nothing about power tool basics because we have barely made anything from scratch. Thank you SO much for this video! It is an excellent place for someone to start!
It goes further. We don't make our kids help us with DIY projects. The kids must go to Karate, ice skating or soccer, while you stand on the ladder.
I live in a 1br rental and yet here I am binging your videos. Thanks Jeff for putting this valuable life skill information online for free. It's really truly valuable knowledge.
Happy New Year btw!!
thank you Jeff for this instructional video. My Brother and I built a shed following your instructions. After a lot of measuring 3-4 times and cutting 4-5 times we finally finished my shed.
Even before watching this I know it will super informative and useful. Thanks for making all these amazing videos.
My pleasure!
This is absolutely awesome and so generous of you to make! I’m a new DIYer and am flipping my children’s small bathroom - perfect size for me to “play” with 😂 So helpful all of these videos you make! Thank you!!
Just FYI, “flipping” means to renovate and SELL, Not just renovate, unless you are going to sell your bathroom off separately.
This is so helpful. I have been collecting tools that I can handle (not to heavy) over the past 6 months. Watching your videos is helping me to have confidence that I can do these - man jobs 😂. You know what I mean. Thank you so much for your videos!
Man, I found your channel about 2 weeks ago, not a carpenter but I have always used tools to do repairs myself. You Sir have taught me to see things differently.. TY!
I grew up in England using the imperial measurement. Then the government decided to come in line with Europe and use the metric system. It took a while to get used to it, but now I find it so easy because everything is divided by ten. Does away with 12 inches. 3 feet. Etc.
Great video, Jeff. Love the mention of Leah from See Jane Drill...she is a phenomenal teacher.
I recently got into construction and your videos have been nothing but helpful. My boss is impressed with my knowledge and doesn’t believe that I have less that a years worth of construction experience haah
Thank you for explaining things to me. You have a chemistry that I can relate to. I never understood that sliding piece on the tape measure and now I do. I totally appreciate your instruction. God bless!
Oh wow this EXACT problem was bugging me a few days ago. These videos are amazing!! EDIT: referring to trying to measure into a corner with the tape measure. Measuring it in halves never occurred to me. Brilliant!
Yes! See Jane Drill is awesome! She has a simple way of effectively explaining how to do things, like Jeff does. I learned how to texture a ceiling to cover up new air returns that saved my bacon. Anyway, great video! Nice to know how to use my tools the correct way now.
Cheers Sarah!
12 is a better base than 10. 12 is evenly divisible into 1/2, 1/4, and 1/3. Base 10 is only evenly divisible into 1/5 and 1/2.
This is why the ancient babylonians (where a lot of math came from) used base 60 (which is evenly divisibly by 12. 60/5 = 12). It's why there are 12 hours on a clock, and why there are 60 minutes in an hour. Base 12 (or base 60) are superior to base 10.
The only reason we use base 10 is because we have 10 fingers. It's a primitive system, which should be abandoned in favor of the more modern, more reasonable base 12 or base 60.
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY nnnypp
Jeff I think your one of the best teachers out there for home remodeling!! All those different quick ways to get things done ✔ im gonna keep on watching and keep on learning brother and im a union journeyman carpenter, lol 😆 and im taking my classes from you now ,!!
Great video! Thank you for teaching us all your good and/or better knowledge and experience, so we (the starters) won't make any bad mistakes.
As a new home owner this year, I love these kinds of videos. My dad passed away when I was in my early 20's so I don't have him around to show me this stuff anymore. I appreciate you taking the time to teach and making it so easy to understand!
Happy to help. Do you have any suggestions for videos that would be helpful?
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Actually after this bad freeze, I need to repair some underground sprinklers this spring. Even though we had them blown out it looks like we had at least one break. Not sure if this is up your alley or not as it is in the yard and not inside the house. Also, the safe way to change out light fixtures and ceiling fans.
This was so great, Jeff! Thank you so much! It would be great also if you were to talk about blades for all these, basic blades and specialty blades and when you need which. You are awesome, thanks!!!
Great suggestion!
If you do this, please add some information about kerf size and affect on cut length. Thanks
God bless your patience, I saw the IKEA video on how to put together a kitchen, im going for it. Thank you explaining the good and bads. Keep up the good work
You explain well. I do hvacr abd precision is everything. Cutting pipe to get a squared fit and construction to install the units. Learn something bew everyday. Keep em coming
LMFAO "If the blade gets stuck in the 2x4 you are cutting its holding up your house."
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Right!? He can make a serious concern be a witty comment.
My mind is blown. I am from Australia, so I will always use the Metric system (same reason why you will use Imperial with the US being your trade neighbours) and therefore this is just fun facts for me, but the way you described how you use the Imperial system gave me a lot of respect for that system. Now when I watch all your other videos I won't be quietly rolling my eyes as you talk about 20 and 7/8th inches haha.
Also... the fact about why the tip of a tape measure moves.... unbelievable.
This is the first comment I have made on any of your videos but I have been watching ALL your videos since I bought my house in Feb this year. Doing a full renovation ourselves. I have learnt so much from your stuff (geographic relevant stuff, naturally). Thank you so much for this content.
I love the way you explain things easy and simple it's very important that people can understand you and be able to listen to you for a long period of time so they can watch more videos some other RUclipsrs I can't watch that long because they don't talk correctly or they talk annoyingly thank you for your work and your education
When I was schooled it was still Imperial system for measuring and F. for temp. I have the habit still of converting from metric to Imperial in my head and same story for temps.I still think in the system I grew up with. CHEERS from Westcoast Canada!
Many years ago when I got my first tape measure I thought I just got a cheap one because the end would wiggle. It was a couple years before I realized it was like that for a purpose :)
Don't feel bad. I thought so too and I actually "fixed it" by punching down that rivet tightly.
"measure once, cut twice"
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Ahahaha I laughed so hard at work
Earnie " I cut this 2 times,and it's still too short!!!
Haha
I get it, sneak in to the measurement.
Sounds faster
You have the best tutorial videos for any given project. You always make sure to go over so much and it’s helped me out in many projects. Love the vids man!
Jeff thanks so much. I'm a new DIYer and your basic videos help people like me. PS I'm a math teacher that exactly how I teach fractions(for the most part) Really appreciate it
I often use the phrase "measure twice, cut once". My next door neighbor, who did needlework, brought me a framed cross stitch with the saying for my workshop. Only she added a line in smaller text below which was "go get new board". It still makes me laugh and it still hangs in my workshop almost 30 years later.
"No matter how many cuts I make, it's still too short!"
Measure twice, cut once and throw out the piece. Why? Because I measured it wrong, twice!
When I unplug a tool, I always press the switch afterwards for two reasons: (1) if multiple tools are plugged in, you could have pulled the wrong cord! (2) In case the tool has a giant capacitor storing energy, it might help dissipate some of that as a safety measure. Great video here!
Thanks for the great safety advice!!!
Thank u so much, iv just started woodwork nd i love it, just finished a wishing well, but wasnt sure how to set my skill saw, great help
Very informative video I'm kind of an older guy who loves to play with wood but have never developed a good habits of cutting properly this really helped me out thank you
Whoa good info in here like the bit about the circ saw to table saw technique.
Would like to see info on angle grinders.
Metric or imperial used both don’t mind which, but melts my brain when people switch between the two on the same job
Like building a kilometer long fence 4 feet high
just built a stand for a flower pot. It ended up at 18 inch less 14mm. 14 because the saw is already set to that.
Multi-tools are awesome for tight spots. I needed to cut something in a tight spot back in a hole and nothing would reach it. Went to the big box and found the multi-tool. Now I love those things and can’t imagine remodeling without it.
Great videos no nonsense complete common sense no over thinking just Simplicity, love it!!!!
My dad taught me most things in life...Thank God, there is Jeff for the rest.
That's why on all my projects, I now say...WWJD.
What Would Jeff Do...🤭
I love this guy teaching us how to use tools the safe way really pushing safety but he is not wearing safety glasses.
Awe come on, give the dude a break. He’s already expecting you to have the proper PPE and is giving tips on how to utilize these tools whilst using the proper protection.
Pat C they are called “safety squints”
You and Jane are awesome. I’ve watched a lot of your videos and ALL of them have been valuable. Thanks a million from Gatineau 😊
Thank you very much for these tutorials. Gives me a lot of confidence and knowledge to do way more with the tools I have. Bless you.
IVE LEARNED MORE FROM THIS VIDEO THAN ANY OF THE THOUSANDS IVE WATCHED BEFORE! THE INFO ON THE MEASURING TAPE WAS THE FIRST TIME IVE ACTUALLY UNDERSTOOD HOW TO READ ONE!
Your vid are going to help me do great things in life
Glad I could help
Awesome lesson ! Love it! ! Finishing a house at 59 , your videos have help me a lot ! Thank you ❤️
The absolute best RUclips video I've had the pleasure to learn from! Knowledgeable and charming, a great combination. Thank you!
As someone who grew up with imperial tape measures, I’ve been buying imperial/metric tapes and using the metric side of the tape measure more often because it is much faster to find the exact center of spans and is more accurate because the gaps between the millimeter marks are easy enough to count as .5 instead of using 1/64ths between the lines on the imperial side. Realistically, just using millimeter marks and not utilizing the gaps between the marks is accurate enough for 99% of wood projects, though.
You are correct I was born and raised for quite a bit in Europe and metric system is the best, fast measuring and precise,easy to work,not just in construction ask yourself why in medical world (giving birth, dilatation, surgery) or laser tools etc, you name it, metric is the best system. I say hi from Miami,
I use to use imperial, but metric is way faster and precise. I use imperial for lumber, pipes, and board need assessment, but when it comes time to cutting, it is all metric 100%! I recently bought a Bosch Blaze laser measure, wow is all I gotta say.
@@olhesty2196 I’ve been using metric a lot lately easily figure out the centers of projects or what ever you need. And lots of people say that’s 1/64ths is more smaller than any metric tape…but first of all then how does the rest of the world do things precisely? And second of all if you really need to be that precise than you can get a more precise metric ruler there’s a lot of very accurate rulers. Just fractions are a pain in the neck. You can easily make some small mistakes if maybe that tiny 64ths line wasn’t a 3/64ths and was actually 1/64ths. Those small lines also can mess up after time after they start fading you are not able to tell which lines in longer than the others. Some manufacturers make the 8ths and quarters are so similar I often messed up now a days it’s very rare.
All precise engineering work in the world happens using the metric system. period.
I can measure as much as I like... and still cut the f'er wrong! It's a talent.
Just leave everything 1/8-1/4 too long and get a flush trim saw. People will think you're some sort of Jedi.
the secret is to measure once and cut twice. always error on the long side. Cheers!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY ahh, see, I had it backward!
Beware of the inch monster, we all do it, and it's just how the brain works reading the tape right to left, instead of left to right.
@@hfdny37 I go smooth brained too often **drool**
Leah is great, love her channel as well as your Jeff. You both provide great tips in terms that us non pros can understand. Thanks
Great video! I love the DIY information that you give us. It has helped me out with a lot of projects.
This probably won't make it to the surface for a suggestion/request:
1. Can you do a part two for tools like this but for the more specialized tools like routers, or nail/staple guns and things like that? Maybe bring up differences in drill types too - I know many people ask that (impact vs not, or what each setting is for)..
2. Can you do a video like this but on materials selection? Ie wood types, sizes, dimensions or things to consider, how to pick a good piece and 'fair pricing'. Why use ply, particle, mdf, etc.
Nice shout out for Leah at seejanedrill. She is amazing at explaining things. One of the first places I found on youtube to get answers on construction things.
I've learned a lot of great things from her videos.
This video reminds me a lot of her type of content. A lot of basic info that you need as a foundation to build on.
And you did it very well. Good explanation on how to use the basic tools for framing.
That is awesome!
Remember using the miter... make sure there's a balance between where u cut...n where the end of ur wood is.....
I LOVE U 💘
n MAX 💘
Plz never stop TEACHING US ALL UR TRIX!!! 😊APPRECIATE IT!!!
I just bought a SkilSaw, Dewalt as well.
This was extremely helpful! Thank You Jeff 🙏
Not to nit pick or be that guy, because I do appreciate and watch every video, but as a suggestion to add, is to take a minute to quick clean your tools after you use it. Clean and lubed power tools work a lot cooler, quieter, safer, etc; plus, they generally last a lot longer. Wood dust has moisture and it can rust your blades if you just throw your saw back in the little bag it came with only to find a rusty blade the next time you go to use it. A quick blow off and a few sprays of wd will save money and frustration over poor cuts the next time you need it.
I use my multi-tool for cutting and sanding almost everyday, best thing to have around.
Man! I am not woodworker got nothing to with this line but dude! Your accent is so lovely, the methodology is awesome..... Felt no stranger to me! God Bless you ❤
Love it, Skil saws . Jeff I m old too and I am learning so much from you. I’m still working full time, semi retired? I’ll never retire. I’m just getting going . Your lessons are full of lessons are full of content and concise . From a University professor.. excellent teaching style . You are teaching me MATH too and I went to graduate school.
Imperial is superior? I’m going to let this one slide and still give you a thumbs up cuz I like you that much.
A fellow Canadian here, I grew up after the 70's, and imperial sucks. Metric ftw.
Plumbing and carpentry is still all in imperial, rest of our trades have made the move
@@jamess1787 i heard your lumber comes in imperial is that not accurate?
@@suicidaljell so does the pipes. But for example 4" pipe is 114.3mm. 1" pipe is 33.4mm. so yes, it's accurate, but not really. btw these are outer diameters, inner diameter depends on the wall thickness.
Hahaha...I knew when he said this there was going to be controversy.😂🤔
I appreciate different opinions but there is no way I am going to do plumbing and ask someone to pass me a 114.33 mm pipe. even if they put a gun to my head!
Jeff is famous for his selectivity when it comes to safety precautions. He's also famous for appearing in most of his videos marked up somewhere.
"SAFETY SQUINTS ON!"
You know what we call a carpenter without dings? Foreman.
nicks and scratches are part of the job. no dings no production. Cheers!
You can always watch HGTV
@@radman999 Somebody would probably step on a rake.
Best explanation on how to measure/read imperial system. It has always been a struggle for me to read an inch ruler until I saw this video. Thank you sir!
I love your videos! I am redoing every room in my house by myself and the videos are so helpful!
The imperial tape and the metric tape both have the same problem. Unless you have good vision, they're both a pain to the small increments. lol
That's why I now use a very large vernier caliper with a 10" digital readout.
Dewalt saw + Milwaukee stand is enough to get you an appointment at The Hague.
LOL.
😂🤣
I have a mix up of tools also. I'm not really a fan boy.
I'm still getting all the basics for my power tool collection, but one of my first buys was the multi-tool. Lately I've been using it to cut the roots of a stump I'm digging up in my backyard. It's saved me so much effort in not having to use my hand saw and can fit into smaller spaces better so I don't have to dig as much dirt out saving time too. I love that tool, the blade is still in decent condition after 2 stumps worth of roots and only cost a few bucks.
There are giant 50 piece bulk packs of blades on Amazon for $20, they last about 3/4 as long as one from HD or Lowes, but they are 1/10 of the price so you don't mind tossing it when they're dull. Worth it!
You're awesome. Thank you very much for teaching the basics without making it overly serious. Subscribed
I've been using a circular saw wrong all these years.... This explains all of my uneven projects 🤣🤣🤣
I heard an Australian say, "I missed it by a mile." Lol
As far out as a lighthouse !
59-year old grandma here. I can’t thank you enough. I live in a place where these tools are bought by those who know what they’re doing (not to mention my reading capabilities of their language) so I feel silly to even just look around. I’ve been binge watching your videos and I’m so grateful.
Thanks I really appreciate the instructions on the skil saw. I was pondering myself as to why just starting out for personal construction why I would need to buy a table saw right away. When the skil saw is really more versatile. l
"If you can't do fractions you shouldn't be using power tools" that hurt, man.
so because we can't do fraction we should be a backyard carpenter
@Fusion 72 or you could just use metric like the rest of the world?
@@DamienDrake2389 Or, as he explained, you can be more precise with fractions.
Truth, though. Even after years, I still have to count out the odd ones like 5/8ths on the tape
@@embracethesuck1041 LOL, same here man
See I've never understood the whole argument metric vs imperial...I've used (and still use) both and they both have their uses and place. Both are not that hard to understand or use but it does takes some getting used to when you grow up with one and learn the other after the fact.
Same here in multiple trades, when I do construction, I use imperial. When Im machining a small metal part, I use metric, its not hard.
@@neoasura I think it’s whatever you’ve learned and practiced with, I feel more comfortable with thousandths of an inch when machining small parts.
Agreed, I grew up with imperial but nowadays most timber, cupboard units etc are in metric. Sometimes use imperial, sometimes metric but just remember.... don't mix and match as it's really easy to get confused!
I definitely prefer Metric! But that's because I grew up in it. I live in England now where a lot of things are still in imperial and I got used to it. I don't like it for long distances, km are easier for me to understand than miles. But it's all a question of context, for DIY imperial is great! For fine scientific work metric is better. And ultimately whatever works best for you to get the job done is best!
That being said, in co-operative teams it's useful if both sides can do their conversions and own measurements to come to an agreement.
BTW Jeff, you forgot to mention that it is possible to get shitty measurement tools with one or both systems being off! I've seen tape measures with things being off by a cm!
Then again you probably assume that any self respecting and serious DIYer will buy decent tools that are properly calibrated!
I also use both, it really depends on what I’m doing.
My son is getting into construction for vocational school. I will be having him watching all your videos as I am. You are the best with real-world talking on the job. Thank you for the great info.
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Just bought that atomic sawzall a couple months ago and its fantastic. Had the other smallish dewalt sawzall and the vibration was awful. That small one is just awesome, can even cut drywall fairly clean with it.
my 8 meter metric tape just goes from 1 - 8000, seems simpler than a whole heap of fractions imo.
His point is that on a 25-foot tape measure (standard here vs 8 meters) there are 9600 separate marks and yours only has 8000. This means we have 1600 extra marks on a foot shorter tape measure to make very fine measurements that aren't possible in metric without moving to micrometers.
@@scottbitz5222 so just buy both inches and mm measure tools 😂
@@scottbitz5222 1in is 25mm. 1in is split in 16parts, while 25mm is split in 25 parts. how is inch more precise? its almost twice more precise to use metric.
My husband is stuck in traffic! I told him he better hurry! I’m learning everything I need to know!!🤣🤣😊👍🏻
Your videos are so great that I am almost jealous to share them with anyone, like a priceless gem 💎 lol...but I still end up doing so, only with people who I love...thanks Jeff...keep them coming and thanks for the hard work...making these videos are not easy and are time consuming.
full time job for us now. Cheers!
Your videos are awesome! Concise and informative. Really enjoyed the drywall anchor tests and facts.
Cut on your right hand must have happened when you used the metric side of your tape. Don’t to that!
That's because those europeans think they're sharper than the rest of us. ;)
"Leave the blade in and call it structural engineering." 😆
Said ^^and call a structural engineer ^^
He said "Leave the blade in and call **A **structural engineer."
Because if you pull the blade out from being stuck between the wood it wont be holding the load anymore
Thanks for the clarification! I misheard what he said and thought it was hilarious advice to leave the blade in the stud and forget about it.
in truth i have left a blade in a wall once or twice. Cheers!
Thank you for sharing tips and tricks. You are amazing. God bless and more power to you Jeff.❤️👍
Great tips Jeff! Thanks for your videos. Very helpful for some projects I’ve been working on.