How to use the easiest levelling instrument (Water level)

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  • @DB-cx6cb
    @DB-cx6cb Рік тому +38

    This is how Egyptian’s constructed precious buildings that stand today. As a 70 year old and working in a Plumbing union for 45 years I watched some of the old timer’s use this laying tile on hospital’s and high rise buildings. Thanks for educating those who want accuracy. I have witnessed Lazer failures due to calibration on job sites that have been costly to those trusting Lazer’s. They are great and efficient until the calibration gets off. Water levels are full proof.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому +2

      Thank you

    • @franciscotorres5780
      @franciscotorres5780 Рік тому +4

      Una pregunta ,los egipcios tenían mangueras,? 🤔🙄 creo que no , entonces como era el sistema que utilizaron, disculpe mi ignorancia ,y gracias por leer mi comentario,👍🕊️🙏😇

    • @williammetzo5407
      @williammetzo5407 Рік тому +1

      Exactly 💯%. I've been using this system many yrs.(iam older than you). It works great for concrete forms. If the concrete is level, the building is level. If the foundation is off, the building is off!!! Get it???

    • @e4d578
      @e4d578 Рік тому +1

      Ancient Egyptians had clear plastic/acrylic tubing? That's amazing how advanced they were. I wonder how they made clear plastic tubing way back then. You mean water levels are "fool" proof, not "full."

    • @MargitDahlin
      @MargitDahlin Рік тому

      You don't need a tube for level with water over long distances possible to make a small trench and fill it with water and set your reference points in each ends /corners.
      They probably leveled up two boards and aimed them like a gunsight for a third board further away and put the level mark and run a string between.

  • @stevenm3141
    @stevenm3141 Рік тому +25

    This is very good to use if you forget to bring the Lazer . It's something that old builders would use in the past but younger ones don't know about! Good to pass on to the new generation. Very valuable.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому +1

      Just as supposed

    • @Antiluls
      @Antiluls Рік тому

      What about just using a Mason cord/rope with a hangable water level. Id assume its a lot quicker. I mean it you need to go around corners you could just mark your reference level at the corner and apply tension at the corner and transfer to the point where youd like to mark your height.
      I assume the Water level the both of you used will be slightly more accurate but I think for the most projects a few mm's would not be all too tragic.
      I've never used this technique before, however it is fascinating to see how resourceful our ancestors were in an era before the introduction of modern amenities.

    • @leonlowenstadter9223
      @leonlowenstadter9223 Рік тому +1

      The cool part is that you can use this in bright sunlight as well as around corners...

    • @Maxim.Teleguz
      @Maxim.Teleguz 7 місяців тому

      Level earth equals level earth

  • @dziggy983
    @dziggy983 Рік тому +7

    I have learned this from my father (I am 40 now)....It is easy and usefull. Thank for the video. Greetings from Serbia.

  • @frederickvanpelt6393
    @frederickvanpelt6393 Рік тому +20

    I've used this method for laying out ceiling grid. I didn't have a long enough piece of clear tubing so I used a garden hose with 1' pieces of clear tubing at both ends, held in place by clamps, and it worked great.

  • @kruger-w
    @kruger-w Рік тому +7

    I've used a water level many times while doing stonework.
    A very good explanation

  • @stevenrobertson4470
    @stevenrobertson4470 Рік тому +33

    When using a thin tube like this, the water often doesn't level exactly. To avoid this, put a little dish washing liquid in the container and mix it up before putting it in the tube. You should see much more accurate results! Dishwashing soap reduces water surface tension and makes water "wetter"!

    • @robbyf5885
      @robbyf5885 Рік тому +3

      I use vodka.

    • @e4d578
      @e4d578 Рік тому +4

      @h2s142 Why shoudn't you add soap? It reduces surface tension. It isn't for ease of sight, which is why you were mentioning food coloring.

    • @Davidlouis3
      @Davidlouis3 3 місяці тому +1

      Creates bubbles

    • @stevenrobertson4470
      @stevenrobertson4470 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@Davidlouis3 yes it does! I haven't experimented with reducing the quantity of soap to the bare minimum required, but even then, may still have bubbles. Water is cheapest, but I never thought of using Vodka or diesel fuel! Need something with very low viscosity.

  • @djttv
    @djttv Рік тому +4

    Wow, I used that method for a foundation. Works great - as long as there are no air bubbles, as you said.

  • @tykellerman6384
    @tykellerman6384 Рік тому +6

    Great video … a quick tip, put a couple of drops of liquid soap in the water before you fill the line the coefficient of friction will be lowered and the bubbles are easier to remove. The level is achieved quicker as well.🤠👍🔨

  • @deanwitt8810
    @deanwitt8810 Рік тому +5

    Useful tip. Clear explanation and good demonstration without wasting lots of extra time.👍

  • @centexan
    @centexan Рік тому +6

    I've used water levels several times when building decks. So easy to use. But you've got to pay attention to what you're doing.

  • @rigginsmerc
    @rigginsmerc Рік тому +2

    I've seen the Afghanis use these to great effect building large septic tanks and grade for drainage. Great stuff.

  • @johnjohnson5116
    @johnjohnson5116 Рік тому +3

    Great video very useful very simple. Greetings from California.

  • @richardlewin9282
    @richardlewin9282 Рік тому +3

    So simple yet so accurate 👍 TY

  • @Life_is_Awesome_Civil
    @Life_is_Awesome_Civil Рік тому +2

    Very nice love from india

  • @derekparent752
    @derekparent752 4 місяці тому

    Well not that long ago, 1980’s when I started as an electrician this is all the contractors used for installing T-bar, drop ceiling grids. I’m sure it’s been around for decades and centuries. Laser Levels have mostly replaced this method, but it is still popular in many area’s.

  • @aswclassicsdorset1743
    @aswclassicsdorset1743 Рік тому +5

    I remember using water levels in early 70s to set levels around corners

  • @carlosmunoz7934
    @carlosmunoz7934 Рік тому +2

    Good explanation! My brother ! I’m African/ Puertorican. Last name Yambó

  • @int31cm
    @int31cm Рік тому +1

    👍🏻 well done! Simpler is better!!

  • @rayblazejko6908
    @rayblazejko6908 Рік тому +1

    Can be done 1 man operation
    20 litre bucket almost full of water
    Fill clear hose and put one end in the bucket
    Weigh it down with a non porous item like a hammer
    Siphon the hose to eliminate all air bubbles
    The free end of clear tube will give the height of the water in bucket .
    Now measure up or down to finish height

  • @333movie
    @333movie Рік тому

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    This video will teach you how to use water level for the transfer of level and how to check for error
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  • @mihaela9929
    @mihaela9929 Рік тому +4

    Very userul. Thank you!

  • @seabiscuit1909
    @seabiscuit1909 Рік тому

    Sir, to surly avoid bubbles issues, you can use bigger diameter tube

  • @jasonnguyen5150
    @jasonnguyen5150 5 місяців тому

    Doing this make sure outside temperature is not too high. Water can be expanded or formed bubbles in the tube.

  • @toupapa23
    @toupapa23 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for showing US it.

  • @eduardoberrios7617
    @eduardoberrios7617 Рік тому +3

    That's a very old method my grandfather used to used to measuring when ever we worked at a family house to be build

  • @KipshakForging
    @KipshakForging Рік тому

    Great 👍👍👍😁🤝

  • @Manirothengineer
    @Manirothengineer Рік тому

    Wow so good👍👍

  • @AnthonyDibiaseIdeas
    @AnthonyDibiaseIdeas Рік тому +2

    Excellent. Thank you.

  • @whatthehell2592
    @whatthehell2592 2 місяці тому

    I'm 66, used this method when I started in construction at 19.

  • @trxtech3010
    @trxtech3010 2 роки тому +4

    Great video.

  • @Improveng1
    @Improveng1 Рік тому +1

    Nice one, thanks for an excellent explanation and demonstration, It's a thumbs-up and a sub from me.👍

  • @ashfakvohra9913
    @ashfakvohra9913 Рік тому +1

    Good:Very Good information

  • @patty109109
    @patty109109 2 роки тому +3

    Although more work these are very accurate (better than a laser level)!

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  2 роки тому

      Thank you

    • @robertbutler8004
      @robertbutler8004 Рік тому

      Laser level everyone can afford one get real.the video was done in a third world country and you were stupid enough to mention a laser level.

  • @chrisclarke7828
    @chrisclarke7828 Рік тому +3

    Much better tip, empty it after use because it will cloud over and you see nothing.

  • @diaz5621
    @diaz5621 Рік тому +1

    Use coloured water in transparent pipe.much easier to measure

  • @9and7
    @9and7 Рік тому

    That was awesome. Thank You!

  • @jibranjilani1947
    @jibranjilani1947 Рік тому +1

    You earned my subs

  • @matundazanyamari6263
    @matundazanyamari6263 8 місяців тому

    What are we leveling?

  • @bruceblunderfield5431
    @bruceblunderfield5431 Рік тому

    This method is slower, but more accurate for the average man! Providing there is no bubbles inside? Level can be unlimited! A mile? Very accurate! 100 miles? Just as accurate!

  • @easypainterslondon
    @easypainterslondon Рік тому

    great job good insight

  • @andrewiow6327
    @andrewiow6327 Місяць тому

    Used water levels in early 70s to mark levels around corners

  • @xsitwalk-in4071
    @xsitwalk-in4071 23 дні тому

    when folding the tube, it will give different levels.

  • @robertboykin1828
    @robertboykin1828 Рік тому

    it don't work. I tried it. the water sticks inside until you jar, bump it to make it move. used it to install dropped sealing, got all screwed up. mabby a little dish soap will make it slide around inside better.

  • @okodisimon8343
    @okodisimon8343 Рік тому

    Perfect lesson

  • @sivaprasadchitta4883
    @sivaprasadchitta4883 Рік тому +1

    This is being used in India since very long time, enjoy it

  • @mk810
    @mk810 9 місяців тому

    And that’s why he’s the assistant.

  • @GHAFFARMD
    @GHAFFARMD Рік тому +1

    Good 👍

  • @Rickoanderson
    @Rickoanderson Рік тому +4

    Watch out for air bubbles in line.

  • @myname1137
    @myname1137 Рік тому +1

    While there are tons of other reasons, this video gives another glimpse at and explains why African construction work is disastrous in general...

  • @mbarshesh
    @mbarshesh Рік тому

    The aliens have used this method when they built the pyramids in Egypt

  • @chamunorwachibanguza7902
    @chamunorwachibanguza7902 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video

  • @zagranichnaja_zhizn
    @zagranichnaja_zhizn Рік тому +2

    if you colour this water, you can see it beter.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому

      You are very correct I wish I did that, thank you for the reminder

    • @bertkutoob
      @bertkutoob Рік тому

      It does - the first few times - but then (depending on what you used to colour it with) it stains the inside of the tube and makes it very difficult to see the meniscus.
      Food colouring is a disaster....

  • @johntoth3881
    @johntoth3881 Рік тому

    Put a little food coloring in the water to make it easier to see.

  • @JamesHawkeYouTube
    @JamesHawkeYouTube Рік тому +2

    Water finds its level all across the earth. Proof the earth is not a globe.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому +2

      I agree with you

    • @JamesHawkeYouTube
      @JamesHawkeYouTube Рік тому +1

      @@Constructionpoint great to see so many waking up to this truth. 👍

    • @zanicar4087
      @zanicar4087 Рік тому

      Its bubble mechanics... last time I checked bubbles were spheres

    • @PeterLawton
      @PeterLawton Рік тому

      The earth is a globe. I think you have concluded that the earth is flat, simply because you do not see how water would "find its level" while going around a sphere. You assume that if there were a way, you would see it, but you don't see it, so there is no way the earth is a globe.
      But the source of this contradiction is that you have not learned how both can be true: water finds it level AND the earth is a globe. There is a way, though. It takes a deep dive into math and physics to see the evidence clearly, or else a trip high into the atmosphere.

    • @derickchristensen3219
      @derickchristensen3219 Рік тому

      ​@@PeterLawtonYou cannot measure the curve of the earth. It would be 8 inches per mile squared. Instead of regurgitating nonsense, go look for yourself. There's no visible curve no matter how high you go btw.

  • @gbipit1
    @gbipit1 Рік тому

    Would colored water help

    • @rogermosberger6856
      @rogermosberger6856 Рік тому

      I have heard of using windshield washer fluid. The blue is easy to see, plus you can use the winter formula if you are working in an area prone to freeze.

  • @didiercoquerel413
    @didiercoquerel413 Рік тому

    Oh génial ils ont redécouvert le niveau d'eau. ..!

  • @lubomirlokos3474
    @lubomirlokos3474 Рік тому

    Miracle!!! In Africa they discovered a slob!!! What year is it today?

  • @photodoc100
    @photodoc100 2 роки тому +3

    Your wearing flip flops and a $100 shirt 🙃
    Great video mate 🇦🇺👍🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @jyothijayapal
    @jyothijayapal Рік тому +2

    This method may not ba useful for long distances, because the Earth's surface is not flat.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому +1

      Very true 😂

    • @jyothijayapal
      @jyothijayapal Рік тому

      @@Constructionpoint 😂

    • @tinof5829
      @tinof5829 Рік тому

      Yes it is! You mean to tell me and others that the earth is round!? Absurd!! LOL

    • @jyothijayapal
      @jyothijayapal Рік тому

      @@tinof5829 Everyone know the earth is round, but usually assume the surface of water in a swimming pool is flat!

    • @derickchristensen3219
      @derickchristensen3219 Рік тому

      There's no measurable curve

  • @rudyseloterio
    @rudyseloterio Рік тому

    Thank you ❤

  • @Khankaka-u9y
    @Khankaka-u9y Рік тому

    Can one man use it?

  • @osuclassof88
    @osuclassof88 Рік тому

    Asians use this method all the time, especially in the villages.

  • @WintJames
    @WintJames Рік тому

    Another proof the earth is a Level & Immovable Plane!

  • @ShubhwayTry
    @ShubhwayTry Рік тому

    thanku bro

  • @zavugaderek3306
    @zavugaderek3306 Рік тому

    No need to sip water what so ever. Just elevate one side which is in the water and lower to other as much as possible till atmospheric pressure is enough to create free flow through the tube. Why drink water into it when physics is real?

  • @cambiteroswebmaster
    @cambiteroswebmaster Рік тому

    Forgive my ignorance: If this is so, how does water bend around the planet? Don't we live in a round spinning ball full of bent water? 🌏🌍🌎🤔

    • @PeterLawton
      @PeterLawton Рік тому

      Complete a college course in Physics 101 (plus all prerequisites), plus a little study of arches for good measure, and you will have the precise answer to your question. It's all too much to fit into a UA-cam comment.

  • @fatihayar365
    @fatihayar365 Рік тому

    Thanks bro.

  • @kesterallex7473
    @kesterallex7473 9 місяців тому

    On point

  • @guidomolinaroli8387
    @guidomolinaroli8387 Рік тому

    Mio nonno lo faceva nel 1870.(e scoreggiava parecchio)

  • @marinekong235
    @marinekong235 Рік тому

    Wasn't this technology used since the beginning of time - haha

  • @mhamedziar1382
    @mhamedziar1382 Рік тому

    شكرا

  • @Muhammadwaseembutt
    @Muhammadwaseembutt Рік тому +1

    Hy budy
    I m also civil engineer and have my u tube channel

  • @pedot6016
    @pedot6016 Рік тому +1

    Poziom wody w rurce nie wskazuje wysokości normalnej nad poziom terenu - tak jak niwelator, a poziom ekwipotencjalny, kłaniają się wykłady na 1 roku studiów geodezji ;p

    • @wojtas-4
      @wojtas-4 Рік тому

      No i co udowodniłeś?, to że jesteś zarozumialcem i bufonem.

    • @Constructionpoint
      @Constructionpoint  Рік тому

      Very accurate

  • @francescozauri1594
    @francescozauri1594 2 місяці тому

    Il principio dei vasi comunicanti è perfetto migliore di qualsiasi laser e viene usato ancora oggi in molti cantieri del mondo.

  • @ПЛИСоводство
    @ПЛИСоводство Рік тому +1

    Фигасе у них там армирование.

  • @SaidBelmahdi-ex2qr
    @SaidBelmahdi-ex2qr Рік тому

    Le résultat n'est pas garantit.......

  • @barbaramei6271
    @barbaramei6271 Рік тому

    Age of Aquarius ~ June bee

  • @Maxim.Teleguz
    @Maxim.Teleguz 7 місяців тому

    Level water, level earth

  • @docholidaythai
    @docholidaythai Рік тому

  • @NickorAndJooKeeler
    @NickorAndJooKeeler Рік тому

    look dis pro fess shun all engine ear!

  • @shahjadichauhan4810
    @shahjadichauhan4810 10 місяців тому

    I am india🇮🇳❤

  • @Khankaka-u9y
    @Khankaka-u9y Рік тому

    Water level using water bucket

  • @marcosj.p.guimaraes3306
    @marcosj.p.guimaraes3306 Рік тому

    Eu levo a minha mangueira de nível (vazia)para casa todos os dias...e "trago" cheia de tatuzinho 😋🇧🇷👍.
    DRINK / DRANK / DRUNK

  • @stevefowler3398
    @stevefowler3398 Рік тому

    Don't waste your time.
    A spirit level is cheap.

  • @joezie2609
    @joezie2609 Рік тому +1

    😮😅❤

  • @freefreepalestine360
    @freefreepalestine360 Рік тому +1

    Earth is flat

  • @Senses007-x8x
    @Senses007-x8x Місяць тому

    It is very easy to false this system and.................... all wrong

  • @maxs6580
    @maxs6580 Рік тому

    Flath earth

  • @ACommenterOnYouTube
    @ACommenterOnYouTube Рік тому

    Water level ... proving the Heliocentric model is BS

  • @diegonavaja804
    @diegonavaja804 Рік тому

    Why is you ga/?😅

  • @puregold6379
    @puregold6379 Рік тому +1

    Not so good at explaining 😢. You need to be a good teacher in construction!! A beginner can't understand your explanation!

  • @про-ц3у
    @про-ц3у Рік тому

    Шланг вага

    • @wojtas-4
      @wojtas-4 Рік тому

      Po Polsku szlauf waga

  • @georgethegenuis
    @georgethegenuis Рік тому

    More proof the sea is level and the earth is FLAT STATIONARY!

  • @robertkat
    @robertkat Рік тому

    Old, old, been done 80 years ago.

  • @siulchalo-mb1yk
    @siulchalo-mb1yk Рік тому +2

    Yeah thats the Mèxican way 100% the best

  • @jerryjuliangutierrez7536
    @jerryjuliangutierrez7536 Рік тому

    😂😂😂😂smh what a joke