Framing a Roof with Larry Haun

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  • In this 3rd video from our 3-part house-framing series, pro framer Larry Haun demonstrates how to build the roof for a modest-size house. Larry produced this video in 1992 with the Taunton Press and Fine Homebuilding Magazine as a companion to his book "The Very Efficient Carpenter" (amzn.to/2LCVOW9). Some of the details and tools have changed over the years, but there's still plenty to learn from Larry as he walks you through the entire process, from material handling to layout to cutting and final assembly.
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  • @erichemard7066
    @erichemard7066 3 роки тому +1676

    I’m an electrician by trade, having little to no carpentry skills prior. I bought Mr. Haun’s book and videos. After watching the videos a few times and grabbing a few pieces of lumber to practice with. I was able to build my own 1600 sqft house using all the information he was so kind to share. I learned a new trade, saved a ton of money, and was completely debt free at the end of construction. It was such a pleasure learning from a true master. RIP Mr. Haun

    • @alloveryetstill
      @alloveryetstill 3 роки тому +17

      wow really

    • @erichemard7066
      @erichemard7066 3 роки тому +114

      alloveryetstill he’s a great real world instructor. He simplified techniques, and gave all the tips of the trade. Having to train apprentices in my field, teaching someone to do a job is different from teaching someone to do it right. What the pros don’t tell you is the trade secrets. Mr. Haun based his instructions off of trade secrets. Being efficient is the key. Measure twice, move the lumber once and cut on the fly. Using this technique, I had four walls up in a matter of hours and a roof framed up by the next evening...and this was working by myself with the help of some wall jacks I rented. Don’t be afraid of trying and failing, be afraid of not trying at all. I hope this inspires you to one day strap on your tool belt and hammer away at your own dreams.

    • @carlosgavino6874
      @carlosgavino6874 3 роки тому +17

      That is what makes it all worthwhile in the end way to go friend and way to continue his teachings

    • @erikkkkkkk914
      @erikkkkkkk914 3 роки тому +6

      Would love to see some pics as I am planning to build a cabin eventually. 1600 sq ft is a decent size for your first time, congrats. I've already done some repair remodel work with these videos as guides.

    • @erichemard7066
      @erichemard7066 3 роки тому +4

      Erik Stoddard give me your email address and ill be happy to send you some

  • @Z-Bart
    @Z-Bart Рік тому +251

    Can you imagine apprenticing under these two? Easy going, efficient to a fault. True professionals. Thank you Larry for teaching us.

    • @alfreddrinkwater3768
      @alfreddrinkwater3768 Рік тому +9

      It would be an absolute honor honestly!

    • @docwillis1443
      @docwillis1443 Рік тому +14

      I’m a journeyman carpenter now, it would have been an honor to learn from these guys when I was an apprentice. Good carpenters who are also good teachers are few and far between. There’s a lot of guys who know their trade but that doesn’t always translate into passing on skills.

    • @billdavis6978
      @billdavis6978 Рік тому +24

      One big reason young people want no parts of the Trades is grumpy old men who make one’s day miserable no matter how hard you try. The Trades are full of know it alls, but in reality, the best guys are always learning.

    • @living4adrenaline
      @living4adrenaline 10 місяців тому +5

      Just look at it. They owned those penny nails

    • @Z-Bart
      @Z-Bart 10 місяців тому +2

      @@billdavis6978 I live in a small community and what I see is the young guy's putting in about a year, think they now know it all, and venture out on their own.

  • @gregcarter1
    @gregcarter1 6 місяців тому +67

    Larry was my teacher in Los Angeles when I was an apprentice in 1979. I didn't see this video until 2023 after 40 years in the trades. He showed us a little framing, nothing like this video. Wonderful teacher, he made me do a speech on the metric system, I really don't know why.

    • @CowboySalamandr
      @CowboySalamandr 3 місяці тому +5

      Man you’re one really luck guy to have that experience with the one and only Larry Haun.

    • @winterroadspokenword4681
      @winterroadspokenword4681 Місяць тому

      What did he have to say about metric lol? 😂

    • @kacper.6537
      @kacper.6537 Місяць тому

      ​@@winterroadspokenword4681 probably that its great for everything thats not construction related

  • @paradoxdea
    @paradoxdea 4 роки тому +1428

    Those who disliked this informative video is either lazy, or don't know what they're watching. This man's skill and knowledge is legendary!

    • @indy3749
      @indy3749 4 роки тому +30

      Larry Huan is known across the country in the carpentry trade.
      We were just talking about him today.

    • @indy3749
      @indy3749 4 роки тому +37

      @[The] White Rabbit Show me some of your videos of you building a house, and some books you have written on a better way to be an efficient carpenter.
      I build houses for a living, and from experience, watching Larry work is top notch. There are several channels on youtube that give recognition to the great Larry Haun.
      You're just some home improvement DIY weekend warrior that knows little to nothing of the building trades.

    • @slamminsalmon7698
      @slamminsalmon7698 4 роки тому +24

      Drive a 16 in a swing legends

    • @stihl3826
      @stihl3826 4 роки тому +16

      [The] White Rabbit lazy ? Were he still around This guy could build my house any day. Better than the crap thrown up today.

    • @my83roadster4me
      @my83roadster4me 4 роки тому +4

      @[The] White Rabbit what is the name of your book so I can read it? Also where are your youtube videos? I'd love to watch you work your magic.

  • @cw4608
    @cw4608 4 роки тому +342

    This guy was 61 years old when these videos were made. Look at him go, phenomenal!

    • @marlonvalle1225
      @marlonvalle1225 3 роки тому +20

      Can you imagine how he used to work when he was in his 20s or 30s.

    • @AwsomeVine
      @AwsomeVine 3 роки тому +30

      Marlon Valle that’s dumb when he was 20-30 he wouldn’t be this good. This comes with experience. What you watching is a master carpenter at work at its finest not some regular young journeyman still learning.

    • @MrThisIsMeToo
      @MrThisIsMeToo 3 роки тому +17

      @@AwsomeVine Go back to playing your video games. The adults are talking here.

    • @bobs6129
      @bobs6129 3 роки тому +21

      @@MrThisIsMeToo he's right

    • @fishhooker1249
      @fishhooker1249 2 роки тому +15

      Old man strength. "That's the code."

  • @alaskanken2132
    @alaskanken2132 3 роки тому +587

    "Complicated projects are made of simple steps " Great words to live by.

  • @chucker625
    @chucker625 2 роки тому +271

    I spent my late teens and most of my twenties on jobsites. I've done both new construction and remodel. Commercial and residential. I've done rough framing, cabinetry and finish work. I used to call myself a carpenter. Until I watched these guys work. People who have never been in the trades can't fully appreciate just how good these guys really are. RIP Larry.

    • @EmptyZoo393
      @EmptyZoo393 2 роки тому +23

      The way that Larry casually throws that skill saw around is fantastic. I worked with a group of steel workers for a summer, and the way angle grinders swerve when you try to rotate them is trippy. Larry just casually sticks a 2x4 on his boot, adjusts the angle on the saw, and makes a straight cut. Years of experience, starting with the basics under a guy just like him.
      Also, the way he joined those gable roofs was stupidly simple. I've been trying to figure out how you cut those oblique angles accurately, and he showed it in a few simple steps. Mystery solved.

    • @Barabbas7798
      @Barabbas7798 2 роки тому +1

      Me too. Until I saw Norm Abram. That's a carpenter. They build the house the the furniture then the piano

    • @michaelgaines158
      @michaelgaines158 Рік тому +1

    • @ronniebuchanan6575
      @ronniebuchanan6575 Рік тому +2

      Exactly these guys are real carpenters. I have done it all still do but he has taught me a lot.

    • @francismarion6400
      @francismarion6400 Рік тому +1

      Both Larry and my dad use a rafter table, but I do it with the framing square and a calculator.

  • @erikcable1755
    @erikcable1755 Рік тому +24

    Larry 1933-2011, 74 years old. was 61 at the time of the build. build was in san Fernando California. nails were 16d sinkers. lumber was #2 green fir. hammer was Vaughn 22oz. bearing walls were in the center of the foundation, and yes spans were good from span charts. when stacking roofs, air hoses and nail guns get in the way. use guns to build a truss roof. the house was stucco, so the layout was not needed for the t111 siding or shear panel. framing prices in 1991 were 7 dollars a foot plus floor joisting.the nail gun appeared in mid '70s, only used to nail off roofs at the time. union scale was 10.70 an hour in the 70's. 2 story homes were about 68k in orange county California. in 2000 homes in torrance were 400k plus

  • @handyboy2000
    @handyboy2000 4 роки тому +117

    I've watched all three of these now. Still no idea what Joe looks like. Bucket hat and a pair of glasses.
    That's the code!

    • @hobmoor2042
      @hobmoor2042 3 роки тому +1

      Hi handyboy2000 - see Joe at 26:52.

    • @proawelsh
      @proawelsh 3 роки тому +4

      I have always wondered if Wilson's character on "Home Improvement" was not actually based on Joe Haun ??

    • @winterroadspokenword4681
      @winterroadspokenword4681 3 роки тому +2

      You had me cracking up!

    • @tomb5396
      @tomb5396 3 роки тому +1

      Dress up as Joe for Halloween

    • @mr.extravaganja4075
      @mr.extravaganja4075 2 роки тому

      lmao

  • @lananh6236
    @lananh6236 Рік тому +448

    From the start, Ryan was very helpful and is continuing to be helpful about his ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxGqOCINHE0Z0E5gxzSdNi9NWGugRY5Hm2 Plans . Also, they have answered all the questions I have asked & I got outstanding support from his My Shed Plans full package.

  • @TheRickyglenn
    @TheRickyglenn 2 роки тому +145

    Being a carpenter myself, I was in awe watching this man effortlessly work through that roof and drive the nails so easily! What a guy!

    • @Loki_and_Lee
      @Loki_and_Lee 2 роки тому +7

      His calm and relaxing approach at teaching is absolutely amazing the best part

    • @kevins2033
      @kevins2033 2 роки тому +6

      Fun fact about Larry is that he would soak his nails in dish soap. Part of the reason it looks so easy. The other part is them being machines. lol.

    • @mikemica711
      @mikemica711 2 роки тому +1

      @@kevins2033 Seriously? I need to know more about this!

    • @opictia
      @opictia 2 роки тому +4

      @@kevins2033 actually they used to soak them in wax and gasoline back in the day! Because they were hand driving 16 commons and they are harder to drive. Here they are using coated sinkers I believe.

    • @xl000
      @xl000 Рік тому +1

      It’s edited to look fast and easy, but you can see that all the cuts are approximate. He’s just free handling the circular saw, all the cuts are +/- 1 cm. I guess it’s good enough for carpentry in the US

  • @jgg204
    @jgg204 4 роки тому +326

    They just don't make Larry Hauns like they used to. A True Legend.

    • @eg6199
      @eg6199 4 роки тому +21

      Medic311 I love how many of us are still watching these masters. I haven’t been on a framing crew in 15 years but love that trade just the same.

    • @billhart9832
      @billhart9832 4 роки тому +10

      @E G, I'm a 60-year old electrical guy and marvel at the ease with which he moves around and upon this house in progress and the equal ease with which he explains in perfect detail every step of the process.

    • @gbwildlifeuk8269
      @gbwildlifeuk8269 4 роки тому +6

      @@eg6199 ive never been on a framing crew but not only admire the skill but acknowledge their speed, balance, stamina and dexterity. These two brothers are late 50's at least and work like half their age.

    • @samoanSAIYAN
      @samoanSAIYAN 4 роки тому +7

      Lets not forget his sidekick.. Whats his name again? Kiddin... Joe!

    • @mroberts566
      @mroberts566 3 роки тому +1

      True, but Matt Bangs Wood is pretty impressive too.

  • @ciweld
    @ciweld 4 роки тому +187

    Just realized Larry Haun past away Oct. 2011. Thank god he left these videos behind. For us to continue to learn from this amazingly skilled man. RIP Larry

    • @PlateletRichGel
      @PlateletRichGel 4 роки тому +4

      The sad thing about life is experience is not transferrable.

    • @astranger448
      @astranger448 3 роки тому +4

      @@PlateletRichGel Hmmm, it's what teachers do, transfer experience. There is many a carpenter or even non carpenter out there who took a good long look at the teaching materials Larry created, and became a better carpenter because of them.

    • @PlateletRichGel
      @PlateletRichGel 3 роки тому +6

      @@astranger448 Experience is the worst teacher. She gives the exam before the class even starts.

    • @benjigray8690
      @benjigray8690 Рік тому +2

      @@PlateletRichGel
      You're not wrong Scott;
      She's a tough teacher.
      Experience is often painful and or expensive.

    • @bobjensen462
      @bobjensen462 4 місяці тому

      You might also enjoy his books.

  • @johnnycoolguy9554
    @johnnycoolguy9554 3 місяці тому +14

    The smartest man in the room is the one who lets his knowledge, wisdom, and work do the talking. Nothing to prove. I just love listening to and watching master craftsmen demonstrating their work.

  • @kristinramsey4038
    @kristinramsey4038 3 роки тому +328

    No 30' job trailer, $50,000 Duramax, lift, compressor, hoses, guns and cell phones. Just 2 guys, an old Ford pickup, one cord, one saw, 2 tool belts and 2 pair of red wing boots.

    • @slumpnmyrump4986
      @slumpnmyrump4986 3 роки тому +18

      Seems pretty Sus

    • @ifyoudisagreeyouarewrong
      @ifyoudisagreeyouarewrong 5 місяців тому

      @@slumpnmyrump4986 the mole on yo mama's azz is sus

    • @heithheithinson2495
      @heithheithinson2495 5 місяців тому

      @@slumpnmyrump4986you’re a fucking child

    • @jeffthompson9553
      @jeffthompson9553 5 місяців тому +20

      @@slumpnmyrump4986 that’s how I remember it as a punk kid fresh outta high school packin lumber for old men like this

    • @jameskroll7840
      @jameskroll7840 5 місяців тому +25

      Don’t forget the damn suspenders to keep their belts up.

  • @thosoz3431
    @thosoz3431 4 роки тому +292

    The way they swing those hammers. Wow.
    Not me, they used to call me 'Lightning'. Never strikes twice in the same place : )

    • @Blade0427
      @Blade0427 4 роки тому +8

      They used to say bend a nail, and your pecker grows... think they lied... lol

    • @brandondill4234
      @brandondill4234 4 роки тому +7

      Except on my finger!

    • @crosisofborg5524
      @crosisofborg5524 3 роки тому +8

      Oh man that made me LOL. It describes me perfectly. I swear nails are like subatomic particles, always in motion.

    • @Splunkzop
      @Splunkzop 3 роки тому +9

      Hahaha. They called me 'Slippery' because I was always slipping away for a smoke.

    • @papapetad
      @papapetad 3 роки тому

      Hahaha that's gold

  • @Joe_1971
    @Joe_1971 4 роки тому +258

    Sinks nails with 2 swings of the hammer and call 2x4's tuba 4's...like a boss!!! Now he builds houses for God. RIP

    • @papapetad
      @papapetad 3 роки тому +15

      Some of those fuckers got sunk in one hit like a freakin' nail gun shot.

    • @mikemarley3444
      @mikemarley3444 3 роки тому +9

      I really like your comment bro. Shows how respectful you are! Bless you buddy!

    • @Joe_1971
      @Joe_1971 3 роки тому +9

      @@mikemarley3444 Thanks bud...but I was just speaking the truth. I've watched many of this man's videos and he was a true craftsman. Building houses with just one other guy. He was legit!!

    • @carlcampbell6827
      @carlcampbell6827 3 роки тому +2

      @@papapetad - Talcum power on sinkers.

    • @carpenterAF-dz2zq
      @carpenterAF-dz2zq 3 роки тому

      A house built without nail guns is a better buit house

  • @jasonbirdwell6669
    @jasonbirdwell6669 15 днів тому +3

    Nothing but respect for old school carpenters, like my father. I helped him frame houses in the 80s, and he taught me how to do crown molding, rafters and stairs before I could legally drive a car, and he wouldn’t let me use power tools. Now I’m in my early 50s and a project Superintendent running multi-million dollar commercial projects, and I can still put on my toolbelt and run circles around kids half my age. I absolutely love working with apprentices and young carpenters and sharing my knowledge and my father’s knowledge with the next generation. We all have to do our part to preserve the trade and pass it on.

  • @andrewcockburn3227
    @andrewcockburn3227 6 днів тому +2

    Every now and then, it’s good to have a Haun-A-Thon to get your framing back on track. Can’t get better than Larry and Joe.

  • @Rang76er
    @Rang76er 4 роки тому +340

    I’ve watched each of these videos 2-3 times. Every time I learn something new. This guy took real pride in his work and it shows. Every time I make a perfect cut and nail it in to place, I say “and that’s the code” in honor of Larry and Joe!

    • @tedhackney255
      @tedhackney255 4 роки тому +8

      Yeah pretty awesome I like the idea that cutting the plywood pretty cool instructions on cutting ceiling joist as well damn the whole videos awesome

    • @abelhernandez2591
      @abelhernandez2591 4 роки тому +1

      Yes me too for everything and Bedos Leatherworks "Let's Continue" 👍

    • @michaelcasile1036
      @michaelcasile1036 4 роки тому +10

      Oddly, as good a framer as he was, he also had a teacher's heart. He really wanted folks to learn and do it well. I just got the ebook as well. Starting a garage soon and Larry will be my silent mentor

    • @kilozap
      @kilozap 3 роки тому +6

      I built a ~200 sq foot art studio in my backyard with his book as my companions - did the whole project by myself over the course of a year (evenings and weekends). Larry's dedication to craft and teaching skill (and all those who have followed in his footsteps, duffers like me to pros) all have the duty to carry the spirit of teaching forward! :)

    • @angetodac
      @angetodac 2 роки тому

      Wonderful! Yeah, thats the code and thats what i want to learn : to build by the code. So that i wont waste my time in vane.

  • @CurvedSlightly
    @CurvedSlightly 4 роки тому +221

    Day 1 Floor
    Day 2 Walls
    Day 3 Roof
    Larry and Joe took their time on this one.

    • @patriziocolucci6419
      @patriziocolucci6419 3 роки тому +15

      And they are not mexicans.

    • @jaymarr4124
      @jaymarr4124 3 роки тому +9

      But they sure did marry a Mexican and had Mexican kids.. reality check!

    • @marlonvalle1225
      @marlonvalle1225 3 роки тому

      Hahaha fuck yeah

    • @tanja8907
      @tanja8907 3 роки тому +1

      I love you Chuck

    • @carlcampbell6827
      @carlcampbell6827 3 роки тому +11

      Chuck Norris - Yes it astonished me when I began to see a whole bunch of "carpenters" framing on one house? In the old days one guy ran girders and layed subflooring, one guy layed out walls, one guy framed walls, one guy ran joists, one guy cut rafters, one guy stacked rafters, one guy ran starter board and sheeted roof, ect. Tracts went up like weeds and lots of money was made by carpenters; money had real value in the 60s and 70s. Our wives stayed home and looked after the kids; no need for women to bust their asses working and commuting.

  • @donniedavis6163
    @donniedavis6163 3 роки тому +55

    Larry was the michael jordan of framing. A true legend. Took pride in his work and humble at the same time. The way he used his hammer to pick up boards and the way he moved around always in position to hammer down a nail or cut with his skill saw. My hats off to these guys

  • @samsiryani9023
    @samsiryani9023 2 роки тому +93

    A true man’s man he was, one of the inspirations that got me into stick framing and carpentry in general.. Larry Haun is an American icon and more so a treasure to us men and framers.

    • @ptlentz
      @ptlentz 8 місяців тому +3

      Us girls love him too!

  • @Muddyfoot
    @Muddyfoot 4 роки тому +444

    No knee pads no compressors or nail guns! Just a skill saw ,hammer, tape measure and nails! Old school!

    • @paulhoskins7852
      @paulhoskins7852 4 роки тому +34

      @[The] White Rabbit These guys could frame circles around SOME builders with power tools!

    • @interman7715
      @interman7715 4 роки тому +27

      [The] White Rabbit How about you do a video for us and show your amazing skills?

    • @troypecina35
      @troypecina35 4 роки тому +5

      @@interman7715 the cross blocks on top of the wall plate are blocking air flow for the roof. Yes the are old school, old school is not always better and they make LVL long enough so that you do not have to piece in the ridge board

    • @zachary6313
      @zachary6313 4 роки тому +12

      @@troypecina35 I don't think you know what you're talking about either bud. These guys are pros and I'm sure if the code was different, they'd adjust accordingly. Fucking keyboard warriors, I bet you money you couldn't frame half as good as these guys LMAO

    • @deezynar
      @deezynar 4 роки тому +8

      @@troypecina35 The climate he builds in is different than yours. We are not required to ventilate attic space where I live at all. We have low humidity, and mild winter temperatures.

  • @dorsetengineering
    @dorsetengineering 4 роки тому +280

    I’ve watched this probably a dozen times over the last 2 years, absorbing all the details... cut my first simple roof today :) well pleased with myself

    • @MyDIYAdventures
      @MyDIYAdventures 4 роки тому +4

      Nice!

    • @interman7715
      @interman7715 4 роки тому +5

      Hugh Frater Good onya mate.

    • @GARRY3754
      @GARRY3754 4 роки тому +4

      Larry is a inspirational being. He has a lot of articles in FineHomebuilding thru the years. If u don’t frame everyday, like myself being a renovator, he is excellent reference to lean on. You won’t miss a step.....

    • @robinmyman
      @robinmyman 4 роки тому +3

      Lesson in on the job geometry!

    • @leviledbetter
      @leviledbetter 4 роки тому +2

      Very cool hugh.

  • @ishooturfaceagain
    @ishooturfaceagain 3 роки тому +21

    I love how they hammered every single nail in that house. That's how you build pride in your work!

    • @randallace
      @randallace 2 роки тому +1

      This house was built for thier sister ....

  • @TheSabine2005
    @TheSabine2005 3 місяці тому +172

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  • @AC.Prince
    @AC.Prince Рік тому +25

    Started framing in the mid 80s and this is the way it was done, 8' walls ,low pitch roofs and plenty of workers. How things changed. Glad Larry was able to have the way life as a framer back then recorded so we can look back.

  • @toothpastehombre
    @toothpastehombre 3 роки тому +17

    Essential Craftsman appreciation video brought me here for another watch through. True masters of the craft

  • @ernestoglez6725
    @ernestoglez6725 4 роки тому +193

    52:37 R.I.P. Jim, Joe & Larry. Thanks for the teachings

    • @MrDhandley
      @MrDhandley 4 роки тому +22

      Ernesto Glez Sorry to hear that. What amazing guys. Honest hard working people. We need more of them now!

    • @MikeHarris1984
      @MikeHarris1984 4 роки тому +24

      These guys are legends. They are responsible for an entire generation of framers through their teachings.

    • @thirosoda5065
      @thirosoda5065 4 роки тому +2

      Glez is it real that they are pass away?

    • @vectorXIII
      @vectorXIII 4 роки тому +13

      Thiro Soda www.nytimes.com/2011/10/27/garden/larry-haun-the-carpenters-carpenter.html

    • @nicholassmith7295
      @nicholassmith7295 4 роки тому

      17:38

  • @brianslocum6823
    @brianslocum6823 3 роки тому +22

    There’s a reason these videos stood the test of time and these guys are revered by carpenters . Great videos back then ,now, and in the future .

  • @fredberger3155
    @fredberger3155 Рік тому +17

    Larry Haun is THE best, doesn't matter whether he's gone or not. His videos will teach multi-generations forward. I always considered myself a very good carpenter, but watching him can certainly make a man humble. Young tradespersons, watch every movement and learn from him . . .

  • @DanielGomez-jk6bv
    @DanielGomez-jk6bv 2 роки тому +18

    I did framing for a number of years, I tried hand nailing a few times, much different feeling that using framing guns. I thought I was a carpenter. Larry and Joe were masters.

  • @TheTannernaitor
    @TheTannernaitor 3 роки тому +41

    Man theses guys are the men you aspire to be when you start carpentry such humble and kind spirits and they have such a way to explain how to do it im so glad i found these guys!!

  • @hawkdaddy64
    @hawkdaddy64 3 роки тому +14

    You know you life was a good one when you can pass and still people come to learn from you. Larry was the best at what he did and you find yourself learning from him too. RIP sir.

  • @chadsummers7981
    @chadsummers7981 Рік тому +9

    Even at 61 years old Larry had no problem keeping up with the young bucks. Proper legend

  • @SpetznazSamson
    @SpetznazSamson 4 роки тому +29

    I have built 40 frames and still learned something new. Thank you Larry. R.I.P. knowing that we keep this craft alive.

    • @StanislavG.
      @StanislavG. 2 роки тому

      @Katok Greyder Хороший каркасник и сто лет без проблем простоит - если крыша в порядке и всё норм с влагой то вполне себе не плохой вариант для жылья. Вопрос кто строит и откуда растут руки мастера

    • @StanislavG.
      @StanislavG. 2 роки тому

      @Katok Greyder Ну, вам наверное виднее

  • @ezequelmarin1881
    @ezequelmarin1881 4 роки тому +105

    " im going to walk slow and deliberate" ..... proceeds to walk across the roof like a boss lol

    • @mwilliamshs
      @mwilliamshs 3 роки тому

      He's walking the wall plates, not the roof

    • @maxdecphoenix
      @maxdecphoenix 3 роки тому +1

      that's nothing. I did commercial roofing in my early twenties and thought i took some risks... i took a break from that and took a job doing steel construction. The foreman would regularly cat across loose purlins laid flat. Shit would be bouncing around and sag like 2-3 feet, 10~20+ feet over concrete foundation... no ropes, no harness.... and he'd just be there, ambling across.
      Was the craziest shit i've ever seen anyone do.

  • @Loki_and_Lee
    @Loki_and_Lee 2 роки тому +5

    I’ve never understood how people find listening to someone talk was peaceful and stress relieve until now. This man is the bob Ross of construction!!

  • @erimendo6150
    @erimendo6150 2 роки тому +10

    Only if there were more carpenters like Larry and Joe around today....this world would be a much pleasant place to build and live in.

  • @COLORBLASTER
    @COLORBLASTER 4 роки тому +54

    I've watched Larry's videos several times, because it's nostalgic for me. These men were true craftsmen, and I hope those who are thinking of getting into construction learn from these videos. I believe this is what Larry wanted.

    • @mfranks4731
      @mfranks4731 4 роки тому +7

      Im currently in school for carpentry and we just finished watching this whole video series!

  • @ryanzhao8512
    @ryanzhao8512 4 роки тому +58

    I have watched this video 4 times. These guys are no joke.

  • @john-sy6hd
    @john-sy6hd 2 роки тому +7

    this guy is amazing,hard to find guys like this today,i do this kind of work and have enjoyed watching this man work,rest in peace larry.

  • @MegaPuck2011
    @MegaPuck2011 Рік тому +5

    I built a home 2 years ago by following Larry's videos. I will break ground on my second home this spring, and came back for another refresher course from the pro! He was the best!

  • @garnetrobbie7955
    @garnetrobbie7955 4 роки тому +37

    Larry is still one of the best teachers for a solid foundation in framing.

  • @firstordercommandergames2542
    @firstordercommandergames2542 3 роки тому +7

    Didn't intend to watch the whole video in one sitting but his narration, explanation and overall demonstration/execution was superb and could break away till the end. America is blessed because of Larry and millions of other professional American crafters who PLY their trades in pursuit of excellence. Old school rules! Love that worm drive which I love as well, used extensively on log cabins and post and beam construction. Rest in peace Larry and Joe from your divine work and enjoy the mansion no human hands can come close to. You're an inspiration.

  • @chuckfinley3542
    @chuckfinley3542 3 роки тому +40

    Awesome skills. And in 1992 Larry didn’t have a screaming radio playing, making communication with Joe a challenge, or waste any time staring at his phone.

    • @kevins2033
      @kevins2033 2 роки тому +3

      Not to mention taking their time and giving a damn about their work. And quitting at 5!

    • @suspicionofdeceit
      @suspicionofdeceit 2 роки тому

      I hate jobsites with blaring disruptive radios.

  • @thomasharlos6872
    @thomasharlos6872 Рік тому +4

    Absolutely a pleasure to watch a true master carpenter at work.. RIP Larry Haun.

  • @crusader3012
    @crusader3012 4 роки тому +42

    "We've been carpenters for a long time". Mate I can see that; you guys are awesome, love your work. One hit on a nail and no kick backs on your cutting.

  • @linmal2242
    @linmal2242 4 роки тому +142

    Having watched 'Essential Craftsman' these guys are no BS. They are the Real Deal !

    • @andybarnes4663
      @andybarnes4663 4 роки тому +4

      Got to love scott he on par with the haun
      Paul le france is another great carpenter

    • @defy2598
      @defy2598 4 роки тому +8

      Watch crazy framer

    • @Pancho-ws1sw
      @Pancho-ws1sw 4 роки тому +1

      Gang cutting

    • @samoanSAIYAN
      @samoanSAIYAN 4 роки тому +1

      @@defy2598 what for? He's reckless. His quality builds are good but the way he goes abt it gives young and up and coming carpenters the wrong idea on safety. Thumbs down for your comment on pushing dangerous means of building.

    • @CurvedSlightly
      @CurvedSlightly 4 роки тому +2

      EC is nothing and pales in comparison to Larry. EC is just a Haun wannabe and he unfortunately thinks he's on a par.

  • @jag4600
    @jag4600 2 роки тому +3

    I watched this video from start to finish. Loved it because of techniques I hadn't used and now know some new pointers. I added this to my favorite list and want to thank you for putting this out here for us beginners and somewhat learned carpenters. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your fabulous video's and purchasing your books or video's. Thank you Larry and Joe

  • @drayen667
    @drayen667 2 роки тому +5

    As someone who got into construction in the early 2000s, it's amazing watching tradesman build things before safety was invented. (specifically all the work at heights)

    • @m1a1abrams93
      @m1a1abrams93 2 роки тому

      I was a iron worker in the late 80s. I saw a few people fall & get hurt. My brother being one that fell 2 stories. Due to muddy boots on wet steel I did not see him fall though. But I had a few close calls myself, being in a hurry. Dragging decking across joist. 18 floors up near a elevator shaft with rebar sticking out at ground level. So I do understand some safety practices. But they have taken it to a new level. I also worked off swing stages setting commercial glass. That was always a blast to get your adrenaline pumping with 200 pd windows. lol

  • @hd4ms
    @hd4ms 4 роки тому +14

    I've been missing my days building houses. I did it from 1985-2002. Now I sit at my desk and do computer work. At 66, I don't know if I can still swing a hammer, but I am going to give it a shot.

  • @mae2759
    @mae2759 4 роки тому +82

    Everybody talking about his nailing... but how about his perfect cuts with the skill saw using no guide done at an effortless speed. Surgical with that thing.

    • @MotoAtheist
      @MotoAtheist 3 роки тому +4

      Surgical is a bit much, it's called "Rough Framing" for a reason.

    • @brenyboy26
      @brenyboy26 3 роки тому

      @@MotoAtheist correct. those cuts would not be, accurate to probably half an inch

    • @mux2724
      @mux2724 3 роки тому +1

      Wtf are you talking about

    • @taunokekkonen5733
      @taunokekkonen5733 3 роки тому +2

      The whole point he is trying to make that good enough is good. Scott from Essential Craftsman makes this point even more clearly by talking about allowable tolerances.

    • @HenryDoohickeyII
      @HenryDoohickeyII 2 роки тому +2

      @@taunokekkonen5733 If it looks good it is good.

  • @joesmith-vk1nx
    @joesmith-vk1nx 3 роки тому +5

    Two master carpenters and what a great team they made. Such great information and presented so well.

  • @44godson
    @44godson 10 місяців тому +2

    This is one of the greatest framers, educators in our time. Long Live Larry Haun

  • @waatao9856
    @waatao9856 4 роки тому +8

    Whoever has a house built by this man will last a very long time. Imagine him in he's younger days. Amazing skills

    • @caezarlapuc8627
      @caezarlapuc8627 Рік тому +1

      I was wondering if someone knows they houses he build and make a documentary about them to see them in what conditions they are compare to others ones. I am sure they could hold big value knowing who made them as well and what an honor would be to have them no matter the condition they are in.

  • @thurney4343
    @thurney4343 4 роки тому +6

    What these guys are doing at their ages is quite remarkable. I did work like this when I was in my late teens/early twenties and it kicked my butt. Lots of folks will watch this and think I can do this, because these dudes make it look easy. Very good video, lots of great info!

  • @pete1729
    @pete1729 Рік тому +14

    I watch him mark and cut things in what looks like a rough way, and then I see how cleanly they fit. They move with complete confidence and without second guessing themselves. And I swear these men breathe 16d nails into place.
    I mostly do millwork these days, but this makes me want frame just one more house, or maybe two.

  • @brentsanada6589
    @brentsanada6589 6 місяців тому +1

    Can't find tradesmen like this to learn from anymore just amazing efficiency using old tools and building their own roofs.

  • @stevefranks9873
    @stevefranks9873 4 роки тому +9

    I can't wait to run down to the lumber yard to pick up some tuba-fours, tuba-sixes, and four-befores. Lol. Great video, so informative.

  • @Cliffepoos
    @Cliffepoos 4 роки тому +12

    I love watching expert craftsmen working. Doesn't matter what they are doing it is fascinating to watch.

  • @Fly_Anu
    @Fly_Anu 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow! Just wow! I've learned more here than I've learned over the past months through everyone's short videos. I will come to this video first when I'm extending my roof!

  • @JBPlaysGames1
    @JBPlaysGames1 Рік тому +2

    Can we all take a moment to appreciate this mans impeccable aim and swing power with a hammer? That is just impressive.

  • @crosisofborg5524
    @crosisofborg5524 3 роки тому +32

    It’s too bad we lost him. I would love to see a video from Mr. Haun showing him building a gambrel roof. It doesn’t matter how anyone else does it, if Larry Haun says how he does it, that’s how I do it.

  • @jimhallal2513
    @jimhallal2513 4 роки тому +24

    I've seen "carpenters" not even know how to install prefabricated roof trusses. These guys possess the knowledge of how to BUILD a roof and the why and how its built that way.
    You can tell an experienced carpenter by the way they swing a hammer, the way they measure, the way they cut material and the way they work with others.
    These men were true Master Carpenters.

    • @tullyman82
      @tullyman82 4 роки тому +2

      We all have to start somewhere. You don't ride a bike until after you crawl......

    • @tallone37
      @tallone37 4 роки тому

      Jim Hallal not that good I’ve worked with the best and these guys are very very rough

    • @jimhallal2513
      @jimhallal2513 4 роки тому +2

      @@tallone37 hi tom I agree they are rough, but they are sound and fast. Consider this video was made in 1992. I've seen guys that are not even half as fast, and much rougher.

    • @tallone37
      @tallone37 4 роки тому

      @@jimhallal2513 true but layout out walls without caring where studs will land you are guessing on the outside when nailing siding or that rafters will land in between studs below them is BS no matter who you are and last I checked that isn't to code

    • @vincecapo5653
      @vincecapo5653 4 роки тому +2

      @@tallone37 you do Not even know what time it is. Larry already thought of all that

  • @TheALan556
    @TheALan556 Рік тому +5

    Well this is a stunning display of professional workmanship I was engrossed from start to finish superb

  • @patrickcarrollconstruction3813
    @patrickcarrollconstruction3813 8 місяців тому +1

    Larry & Joe are legends in framing & carpentry. You watch this you learn so much !!
    My father taught me the same way. Now, I’m a general contractor working with theses fundamentals every day.
    Rest In Peace Larry you were awesome at teaching carpenters the correct way to work & think.
    Brilliant ! Multiple generations of builders benefit from You’re knowledge .
    Thank you! Patrick Carroll Const.

  • @folautribe
    @folautribe 3 роки тому +12

    The first time I watched Larry Videos 15 years ago when I took carpentry construction course. I am so happy to see Larry again! His skills and knowledge are unbelievable, look the way He swings the hammer!!!

    • @MegaCyberleader
      @MegaCyberleader 3 роки тому

      THESE WERE my carpentry Courses untill I got to highschool and started replicating furniture.

    • @MyDogmatix
      @MyDogmatix Рік тому

      Ya, I’m BC, Canada, very carpenter who takes the apprenticeship program at the biggest trades school,(BCIT). Has to watch these videos. We used make fun of them. But these guys are still miles ahead of 99% of those graduates of the trades programs.

  • @trappedbyfire1537
    @trappedbyfire1537 4 роки тому +6

    You guys were the BEST!!! Come back....we need you. ....

  • @stevenharrison1213
    @stevenharrison1213 3 роки тому +1

    I can't tell you how much I enjoy watching this. Just brilliant.

  • @Trapperjohn1000
    @Trapperjohn1000 3 роки тому

    Man this is great. Love watching experienced carpenters. Larry is the man

  • @honkeyhonkenmeister8225
    @honkeyhonkenmeister8225 4 роки тому +11

    Everything about this guy and Larry is just absolutely amazing!

  • @ChrisXCXCX
    @ChrisXCXCX 4 роки тому +24

    WOW talk about going home every day feeling accomplished.

  • @pascalchimbonda7827
    @pascalchimbonda7827 3 роки тому

    Very informative video explained in a simplistic manner old but gold Larry seems like a sound lad one of the best videos I’ve seen

  • @frankchapa4165
    @frankchapa4165 Рік тому

    Lost count how many times ive watched these 2 gentlemen work. Fn awesome!!

  • @squashhead1374
    @squashhead1374 4 роки тому +38

    Larry and Joe. Tough old guys. The real deal when men were men. I really enjoy watching these videos and listening to the music they play in between. It is really relaxing. I wish I could have met these men.

    • @GGg-ug3jr
      @GGg-ug3jr 4 роки тому +3

      People are still doing this to this day.

    • @JonDunnmusician
      @JonDunnmusician 4 роки тому +2

      Legends

    • @Framer_Mike
      @Framer_Mike 4 роки тому +5

      When Men were Men? your more then welcome to come out to the Frame and work on the coldest of cold days and hottest of hot days, or in the rain or in the snow and see how "not manly" the site is. We are Framers. Its what We do and its a Mans job... framing since 93..

    • @nicholassmith7295
      @nicholassmith7295 4 роки тому

      Hey @squashead um men are still men unless

    • @squashhead1374
      @squashhead1374 2 роки тому

      You make my point. Larry and Joe wouldn’t have to explain. Haha.

  • @el_music0
    @el_music0 4 роки тому +77

    Need to make t shirts that say “it’s the code” on em

    • @gbhrecordz
      @gbhrecordz 3 роки тому +5

      There’s more about that in the book.

    • @Miginyon
      @Miginyon 3 роки тому +1

      its the code m'kay

    • @carlcampbell6827
      @carlcampbell6827 3 роки тому

      Enrique Guzman - I bet they worked for years in area with strict city inspectors. It is a bitch and expensive to go back and re-nail or replace work.

    • @colbywood8113
      @colbywood8113 3 роки тому

      I literally was just thinking this as I scroll through the comments

  • @chrispoole2616
    @chrispoole2616 3 роки тому

    Mr Haun your videos have really helped me out. You are a true craftsman and carpenter. Thanks again

  • @MichaelCarreras
    @MichaelCarreras Рік тому +3

    Legends. Give a man a fish...... The greatest gift one can give another is their time. About to build myself a humble shack to die in, and found the lessons from these two legends to be priceless. My sincerest thanks.

  • @timroscoe4519
    @timroscoe4519 4 роки тому +4

    The rhythm they have driving nails is amazing. From one nail to the next never missing a beat. Great skill. They make it look easy.

  • @jdaz5462
    @jdaz5462 4 роки тому +31

    A lot has changed since, but these guys were badasses in their day.

    • @jameshart6306
      @jameshart6306 4 роки тому +5

      Two taps -nail is in.
      I don't think I could order trusses as fast as they could build them.

    • @blah-kf5vn
      @blah-kf5vn 4 роки тому +2

      I read it that back then in 50's they were able to frame a 900-1100 square feet house in one day (only the three brother) for flat price (around 10$ /100sqfeet)

    • @w3ro3r
      @w3ro3r 4 роки тому +1

      @@blah-kf5vn yep, in his book, isn't it?

    • @alanm2842
      @alanm2842 4 роки тому

      @@blah-kf5vn yes wife uncle had a crew framed 200 houses in a year

  • @johnmckamy6398
    @johnmckamy6398 2 роки тому +1

    It's pure pleasure watching these gentlemen work. No wasted movement and I've never seen anybody with this amount of knowledge

  • @marysamuels8093
    @marysamuels8093 3 роки тому +1

    I can watch this guy all day, absolutely impressed with his knowledge and skills. I

  • @keithklassen5320
    @keithklassen5320 4 роки тому +24

    46:17 is an incredibly valuable lesson: even Haun's crew occasionally dropped nails. Maybe only the one per house, to keep them humble, but there was that one...

    • @alloveryetstill
      @alloveryetstill 3 роки тому +2

      just one...and it was planned for the camera, to build confidence in viewers that everyone drops nails

  • @1hynes1
    @1hynes1 4 роки тому +3

    There's not too many Larry & Joe Haun's around, I've watched this series of video's several times and each time I lern something new. Great job to both legends "Larry & Joe". Very well done.

  • @borys444
    @borys444 3 роки тому +1

    Need to watch this video 50x over to absorb all the lovely and informative content that was just given, WOW!!

  • @eddiecabrera1408
    @eddiecabrera1408 2 роки тому +2

    Very nice work Larry and Joe. I'm a handyman in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This video has taught me a lot. Thanks guys and keep the videos coming. God Bless and be safe

  • @imaloveoriginal6307
    @imaloveoriginal6307 4 роки тому +15

    I respect this man a lot, I give him a lot of credit👌

  • @QuintTheSharker
    @QuintTheSharker 4 роки тому +3

    Larry Haun is one of the coolest dudes I’ve never had the chance to meet. I’ve learned so much from him.

  • @jeffreyhinds6440
    @jeffreyhinds6440 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant and excellant tutorial like a science of roof building. The purpose and beauty of each cut in a piece of wood is made so explicit.

  • @ercm2393
    @ercm2393 2 роки тому

    This series has been a blessing. Thank you Larry you were a true skilled craftsman! R.I.P

  • @woodyahh2110
    @woodyahh2110 4 роки тому +9

    This is an example of what a Journeyman Carpenter is
    Until YOU can do this you are not a journeyman carpenter
    Brings back memories of all the tools that were used back in the day .

    • @GGg-ug3jr
      @GGg-ug3jr 4 роки тому

      What tools are being used anymore?

    • @lancer525
      @lancer525 4 роки тому +1

      @Billy Buckles He's way beyond mere Journeyman. He's an absolute Master Craftsman. Haun literally wrote the book on framing and carpentry. Started back in the 1940s. You ought to read this:
      www.nytimes.com/2011/10/27/garden/larry-haun-the-carpenters-carpenter.html

  • @thegun98
    @thegun98 4 роки тому +1289

    These guys were in a hurry and didn't want a nail gun slowing them down

    • @tedhackney255
      @tedhackney255 4 роки тому +23

      awesome thank you for sharing ,old school principles love it

    • @rudystraight1750
      @rudystraight1750 4 роки тому +33

      Realistically no. But I can see the level of respect of craftsmanship you have for these guys.

    • @bikecurious9163
      @bikecurious9163 4 роки тому +12

      best comment!

    • @kevinchan351
      @kevinchan351 4 роки тому +7

      haha👌

    • @gone9677
      @gone9677 4 роки тому +6

      No not really I’ll do this whole house blocked braced with my group of 2 and hitachi nail gun all day in 2-3 hours

  • @elmascholo13
    @elmascholo13 3 роки тому

    these guys are pros...........even down to the nailing pace....amazing guys.......much respect

  • @freddygill3425
    @freddygill3425 Рік тому

    Larry and Joe, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your excellent instructions over the years and hard work and dedication. You have inspired me and I have used a lot of what you have taught me. I have bought a few of the books from taunton press and one of my favorites is how to build a house. I used it first to build a play house with drywall, electrical, and AC for my daughter, then a 10x16 wood shop from lumber I cut myself on a woodmizer LT27 sawmill. I envy how well you two work together. Great job! I think the world of people like you. Thank you!

  • @rockers2rockers616
    @rockers2rockers616 4 роки тому +5

    This video reminded me of framing and nailing by hand when I could go through a case of four inch nails on my own. Pitching your own roof is a real skill of the trade.
    Great video.

    • @Order-in-Chaos
      @Order-in-Chaos 3 роки тому

      "four inch nails" ?! I don't think you're a framer...

    • @dutchgray86
      @dutchgray86 3 роки тому

      In the UK they were always 4" nails, except now they are 100 by 4.5mm hot dipped galvanised nails.

    • @justinballard7242
      @justinballard7242 2 роки тому

      @@Order-in-Chaos 20d ring shank are 4 inch's.

  • @HBrooks
    @HBrooks 4 роки тому +4

    thanks for the videos. framing masters. brings back memories as a kid in the 70's watching my father, friends and family build our houses (and 'helping' by scattering wood, supplies, etc.) great times!

    • @mdf3962
      @mdf3962 4 роки тому +1

      Same here Herb. Although I was a kid in the 80s. My Dad and all his friends building other friends homes. All the wives would make food. It was a big work party. Miss that.

  • @nickcifarelli8887
    @nickcifarelli8887 Рік тому +1

    Been a chippy for twenty years. Just watched his videos... Man, I am humbled beyond words. He is a proper legend. Rip Larry. Thank you for your teachings.

  • @philrilp6711
    @philrilp6711 11 місяців тому

    A true master of his trade, all hand nailed cut and stacked, thanks for posting.