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  • @jamesturk9561
    @jamesturk9561 6 років тому +455

    This guy is an amazing teacher. Explains everything clearly.

    • @David-ls4qp
      @David-ls4qp 4 роки тому +20

      @@kvooo765 and to people with grammar issues

    • @antoniolemus1206
      @antoniolemus1206 4 роки тому

      Once you get to it that's when we apply this videos. I have a basement to frame picking up some tips here and there but yeah he good.

    • @rebeccabeebe1
      @rebeccabeebe1 3 роки тому +4

      @@kvooo765 the body parts between your legs has nothing to do with your ability to build something idiot

    • @gporr7004
      @gporr7004 3 роки тому

      I agree. I appreciate the in depth explanation. Makes it so much easier to follow.

    • @therecanbeonlyone_6357
      @therecanbeonlyone_6357 3 роки тому

      @@rebeccabeebe1 absolutely does.

  • @charlesburditt6262
    @charlesburditt6262 5 років тому +68

    Anybody else enjoy it so much when you come to these videos about two years after and all of the negative comments from the armchair contractors have been overwhelmed by people saying how much these have help them?

    • @ronaldshank7589
      @ronaldshank7589 4 роки тому +1

      Well, you know how it is. Everybody wants to be a professional...even when they're wrong!🤔🙄😒😣! Makes ya think that they got a major degree in Dumbology! They're the type that'd be better off zipping their mouths shut🤐🤐🤐, and keeping their thoughts to themselves!🙂🙃🙂🙃😄

    • @keithupton86ku
      @keithupton86ku 4 роки тому

      That's the case for every This Old House video. I don't have any problems with most of their videos.

    • @corysturgis6660
      @corysturgis6660 3 роки тому

      Couch experts🤔

    • @Unrealistic-o9c
      @Unrealistic-o9c 3 роки тому

      No

    • @janet5610
      @janet5610 3 місяці тому

      @@ronaldshank7589 What makes you think that they are speaking from their mouths? I think they just might be speaking from the same area that is kissing the couch.

  • @JamesKelly89
    @JamesKelly89 Рік тому +18

    I love Tom Sylva. He's the type of celebrity that deserves his fame because he actually contributes something practical to the world and provides inspiration.

  • @triniwarrior16
    @triniwarrior16 8 років тому +183

    If this guy was my teacher I'd learn so much!!! He teaches so well I understood everything!

  • @nicktestajr
    @nicktestajr 5 років тому +28

    This guy is awesome. Clear, slow and explains things so I can understand them (I'm new to this stuff). Awesome vid.

  • @BOLANBOSNABOSS
    @BOLANBOSNABOSS 8 років тому +391

    Ok, I'm here first of all to send a message to those who criticized the girl who's helping Tom. Her job is exactly and only to say " yes, ok uha and listen and learn. This is exactly what i was doing in the beginning of my carpentry, electrical and many other stuff of learning. Some guys came here to show their stupidity . Thats something I appreciate . Ok, now. Mr Tom, thanks one more time for sharing a great video which will helps me a lot on my next project.

    • @youBigLoser
      @youBigLoser 8 років тому

      so... u r still at the beginning of carpentry. This is basic stuff

    • @bihlover80s33
      @bihlover80s33 8 років тому +8

      +Snade Nardi You are the one " Neo". No one came on this world with knowledge. Do not forget one thing, and this is the truth. We all learn till we die.

    • @EdGloss
      @EdGloss 8 років тому +22

      Some people are just too good to keep quiet and listen in order to learn. I spent years watching my older brother fix and build things and learned a ton by watching him work, listening to what he had to say when he explained what he was doing and asking questions to clarify something or to understand it better. Watching the process a couple of times through and focusing on the details requires that one keep quiet and check their ego at the door. And proudly, I'm now teaching my sons basic contracting and they've figured out that they don't get to touch the tools until they've seen the process and paid attention. Once they master a particular thing, they get the tool that is required for it. I've spent the last two years listening to "uh huh," "yeah" and "oh." And every so often my brother will check out some work I'm doing and no matter how old I am and no matter how much work I've put into a job, I'm ready to listen when he has something to teach me whether it's just going over the basics or teaching me a better method of doing something (or giving me hell for taking shortcuts when building my new basement door).

    • @nman2563
      @nman2563 7 років тому +1

      In that case you are feeling too much.

    • @tomlangley8852
      @tomlangley8852 7 років тому +10

      I don't care what she says....Just a little bit of eye candy in a rather boring video!

  • @kevinm8865
    @kevinm8865 7 років тому +425

    Sad day when you make a free, instructional video, share it online, and become attacked for frivolous reasons. I gave the video a thumbs up because it was quite helpful for me; I will be doing this soon. Thanks @{This Old House} for using your resources, at no cost to me, and helping me save money.
    --Kevin

    • @Richard-md3gi
      @Richard-md3gi 7 років тому +3

      Kevin McCarty sad day when you steal tv show videos and get called out for the complete lack of regognition for remedial construction.

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      @sullyfilms1 6 років тому

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      @sullyfilms1 6 років тому

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      @sullyfilms1 6 років тому

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  • @isaacalvarez534
    @isaacalvarez534 6 років тому +9

    Tommy is one of the best Carpenters I have ever seen work. I wish I was close to his expertise.

  • @zukahasarrived
    @zukahasarrived 3 роки тому +30

    WOW, watching this tutorial made me feel like I can easily frame my own room but with confidence and knowledge! So easy to follow, so practical, so organized. Great job, thanks for sharing and I am definitely subscriber to This Old House channel!

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      Kandy I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

    • @dyerseve07
      @dyerseve07 3 місяці тому

      @@flat-earther What does that have to do with putting up a frame wall? Plus, the earth is not flat. If it was, cats would have knocked everything off the edges by now.

  • @BigMikeDaGr8
    @BigMikeDaGr8 8 років тому +57

    I've watched a lot of framing videos, I cant tell you guys how much I love your video, this is by far the best and easiest to pick up. Thank you!

  • @janet5610
    @janet5610 3 місяці тому +2

    I've watched this guy for years. He is an expert.

  • @OlympusHeavyCavalry
    @OlympusHeavyCavalry 5 років тому +7

    Tom is such a great instructional teacher, I like him a lot. Cheers for the video :-)

  • @15iamawsome
    @15iamawsome 10 місяців тому +31

    Probably the best Ryan's Shed Plans on building a shed is hardly found ever . ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxcLVQopTIucrxiVRQA0khLGQEnDVKCSMG And Ryan's takes the mystery out of different types of foundation options, etc. He even shows how to build shed with different designs. Very comprehensive, covering different roofing materials, siding, etc.

  • @daniyaalnoor8731
    @daniyaalnoor8731 Місяць тому

    Always a pleasure to see a master work their craft

  • @dave23456
    @dave23456 2 роки тому +3

    I'm not even looking to frame a basement room yet here I am watching another TOH video on how to do just that. Love these videos and, as a first-time home owner, has made my life so much easier.

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      David I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

    • @dave23456
      @dave23456 2 роки тому +3

      @@flat-earther Seriously? You're peddling flat earth bs on a yotube video about framing walls in a house? Get a life, dude.

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      @@dave23456 So to you denying the globe automatically means flat earth.

  • @coolop16
    @coolop16 Рік тому

    I have been reviewing videos from, "This Old House", since 1999; Thanks to Ron, Tom, and the entire team and guest on the show. God's Blessings to you all and your family, because we get to share you all as well.

  • @tseringvhc6104
    @tseringvhc6104 5 років тому +4

    I watched this videos several times and I found this video very informative. Thanks for the post.

  • @ivideorandomstuff4591
    @ivideorandomstuff4591 Рік тому

    This guy is a craftsman! Love to see someone that takes pride in their work

  • @transrus1
    @transrus1 5 років тому +5

    Always loved this show. Super smart guy.

  • @petroldevo9934
    @petroldevo9934 5 років тому +1

    Tom Silva reminds me of a contractor i worked with years ago, very knowledgeable, very pleasant and right to the point. I learned alot working with a seasoned contractor. We specialized in remodels, staircases, decks, pool and spa installation.

  • @regisrumpf6658
    @regisrumpf6658 7 років тому +3

    For the part of the wall that is shorter, do you need to shim between the upper shelf and the beam/joist?

  • @rav8149
    @rav8149 4 роки тому +1

    So clear and easy and he didnt even ask to like and subscribe. Gentleman!

  • @cjpenning
    @cjpenning 8 років тому +265

    For anyone doing an entire basement, I would suggest buying a small laser level. It saves a lot of time.

    • @marinef1570
      @marinef1570 8 років тому +6

      yes, yes it does

    • @daleweber2579
      @daleweber2579 6 років тому +4

      Victoria T
      either one would work. Harbor Freight, Lowes or Home Depot has a variety. My father would use either one.

    • @evieelliott985
      @evieelliott985 6 років тому +2

      I wish I could see you

    • @rickb4806
      @rickb4806 6 років тому +2

      Evie Elliott How about Me?

    • @manotas1960
      @manotas1960 5 років тому

      @@tediekgb Its just a basememt room for storage no big deal

  • @xXLewanXx
    @xXLewanXx Рік тому

    Thanks for the instructions, is it just at me or is there only 2 by 4 studs to buy?

  • @SurfGreenTelecaster
    @SurfGreenTelecaster 3 роки тому +11

    How are Tom's 2x4s so perfect looking? I guess they select the best for TV. Half of the ones I get locally are so chewed up and warped lol...

    • @iamamish
      @iamamish 3 роки тому

      He probably straightened a lot of them before nailing them in

    • @michaelmcgee2026
      @michaelmcgee2026 2 роки тому +2

      Buy your wood from a lumber yard and not a big box store.

  • @tonym4079
    @tonym4079 4 місяці тому

    I'm framing my basement in a home which was built 2 years ago with a vapor barrier under the basement floor. Should I use PT wood for the wall base plates or is conventional lumber OK? I've heard PT is not needed since the home is new construction. Any advise is appreciated. Thanks

  • @webberfan1234
    @webberfan1234 Рік тому +7

    When this man speaks, you listen.

  • @Butterfly-zs2pc
    @Butterfly-zs2pc 2 роки тому +1

    Great teacher, he makes it seem so simple.

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      Butterfly I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

  • @1128THEGREATEST
    @1128THEGREATEST 5 років тому +6

    What about moisture and mold proofing?

  • @kylebabcock5756
    @kylebabcock5756 Рік тому

    Should you add some type of barrier between concrete floor and treated wood? Thanks

  • @krxstall
    @krxstall 7 років тому +7

    This is amazing
    I'm still really confused and little bit lost but you make it seem so easy and quick ???

    • @gqfiend
      @gqfiend 4 роки тому

      Krystal Meth nothing will be quick

    • @F10MTL
      @F10MTL 4 роки тому

      They edited this very well.

  • @seamustheterrible3978
    @seamustheterrible3978 4 роки тому +1

    Tommy is a beast. Always on point and gives great instructions.

  • @RobertDV88
    @RobertDV88 4 роки тому +25

    If I had a quarter of his knowledge, I could build my own house.

  • @northwestpartitions5117
    @northwestpartitions5117 4 роки тому +1

    This show brings back so many great memories!

  • @mymorningzion
    @mymorningzion 6 років тому +3

    God he makes this seem so easy lmao, I have never NEVER had a basement framing go so smoothly and I don't think anyone with out this man's tooltime super powers woild

    • @GeeTheBuilder
      @GeeTheBuilder 5 років тому +1

      In the time it would take me to unload my mitre saw, Tom would have finished 😂

  • @sgtcrab2569
    @sgtcrab2569 4 роки тому +1

    In my many tears of building and renos I liked having the women around. They are always SO interested and they LOVE IT when you get them to help. Tom does a great job at this.

    • @RightPathOnly
      @RightPathOnly Місяць тому

      They are also better at measuring and seeing things clearer than Men. Angles, ideas etc. I do my own home reno, im a carpenter.
      My wife helps with the design

  • @beardowns8050
    @beardowns8050 9 років тому +55

    Tommy always makes things look so simple.

    • @johnheesters3041
      @johnheesters3041 7 років тому

      Bear Downs n0jc

    • @brokenwave6125
      @brokenwave6125 6 років тому +1

      Framing basic walls is simple...
      Also these videos are edited to leave out any problems or brainstorming that may have happened along the way.
      They only ever show when there is a perfect fit...no nails shooting out...etc.

    • @willlafreu
      @willlafreu 6 років тому +1

      It is simple. Its measurement twice cut once.

    • @phoenixmojado1034
      @phoenixmojado1034 6 років тому

      @@brokenwave6125 im gonna try this its too easy not to learn

  • @chrisclouds4182
    @chrisclouds4182 Рік тому

    Love the door over the electric panel!

  • @purplefishgirl3719
    @purplefishgirl3719 6 років тому +3

    Thanks for the great video:) keep up the good work and have a awesome New Year 🛠

  • @nalgene247
    @nalgene247 Рік тому

    I love the red paint on those columns. Way to pay attention yo detail!

  • @bulldog5350
    @bulldog5350 5 років тому +14

    Tom “The Legend” Silva

  • @davem6685
    @davem6685 4 роки тому

    Tom’s the best. I never tire of his videos.

  • @MeezoTechTV
    @MeezoTechTV 5 років тому +5

    Perfect scenario basements...got love em!

  • @petermichaelbuffa7472
    @petermichaelbuffa7472 3 роки тому

    Mr Silva you are The Best, as always!

  • @andrewelder2739
    @andrewelder2739 6 років тому +9

    Great videos as always, Tom is the best! Going one step further, it looks like here -- and appears the case in my basement -- that the support posts are slightly wider than the wallboard will be once installed. Would love to see a followup showing Tom getting past the beams. Of course, maybe it's designed to work this way and it'll be fine once I get started :)

    • @deadgame05
      @deadgame05 Рік тому +2

      in that case, you may use 2 x 6 lumber for those walls, hope this helps

  • @stevehillier7018
    @stevehillier7018 5 років тому +2

    Tommy nailed it again

  • @seofutbol
    @seofutbol 4 роки тому +3

    I search for home improvement advice and in the back of my mind I’m praying “please let there be a Tommy video”

    • @David-ls4qp
      @David-ls4qp 4 роки тому

      Ok. And?

    • @seofutbol
      @seofutbol 4 роки тому

      David I found a Tommy video. Praise be to Jesus. Have you found the right road, David?

  • @classclown14
    @classclown14 10 місяців тому

    Great video! Isnt there supposed to be an "air gap" between the wall against the cement wall and the wall being framed?

  • @senortizzle
    @senortizzle 5 років тому +6

    Its amazing to see all of the “he should have done this and he should have don’t that” comments from the armchair carpenters. Do you really think that every single detail of a job like this could be shown in a 6 minute video? Tommy is one of the best craftsmen I have ever seen, end of story.

  • @danfeiten9600
    @danfeiten9600 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, very easily understood. Is a vapor barrier recommended for basement walls that are next to the concrete foundation?

  • @smking100
    @smking100 6 років тому +6

    Ramshot works great for newer concrete floors, but after the floors set for a couple of years, the shot won't fully penetrate. Instead, you'll need to use something like Tapcon fasteners, which is a huge PITA. Every hole must be drilled using an impact drill.

  • @vibipa
    @vibipa Рік тому

    Is that an LVL beam ? Any restrictions screwing to this beam ? I am planning to put a wall under this beam

  • @BasementFinishingMan
    @BasementFinishingMan 9 років тому +106

    If your beam is not square with the room your screwed. You should ALWAYS layout your wall perfectly square on the floor first then "Plumb-up" to the ceiling using a "plumb bob" for a second set of chalk lines on the ceiling this way your walls are square with the basement not the beam.

    • @stinkypete5150
      @stinkypete5150 9 років тому +21

      Are you second guessing Tom Silva?

    • @BasementFinishingMan
      @BasementFinishingMan 9 років тому +32

      No... I don't second guess. I know:-)

    • @soulextracter
      @soulextracter 9 років тому +3

      Steve Cassidy tsk..Fanboy

    • @stevelovesgod
      @stevelovesgod 9 років тому +5

      +Steve Cassidy As basement man knows, NEVER square off pre-existing, Layout you're own square wall, that way you know for a fact the wall, or rooms you are building are perfectly square. Layout on floor, then transfer the marks to ceiling.

    • @rogermurph101
      @rogermurph101 8 років тому +38

      Except that the wall needs to encase the steel columns, so it must follow the beam. It doesn't really matter if the walls are perfectly square in relation to one another, so long as they're all plumb and your door openings are square.

  • @kualagan
    @kualagan 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent tutorial. You explain not just how but more importantly, why. Very helpful - thank you !

  • @clydebalcom8252
    @clydebalcom8252 5 років тому +7

    Remember when the powder nailers were so loud? I don't miss the .22 blanks.

    • @joshstabler3438
      @joshstabler3438 4 роки тому

      I don't do any carpentry. But I worked for a house painter when I was just out of college, and he used those occasionally within a project when needed. What are the new ones- they did seem way quieter than expected/than I remember...

  • @drymoonproperties
    @drymoonproperties 4 роки тому +2

    I am a professional carpenter of 45 years he did an excellent job while keeping it easy and straightforward.

  • @JohnDoe-kp3sw
    @JohnDoe-kp3sw 5 років тому +95

    Who wants to see outtakes of Tom flipping out?

    • @juliof970
      @juliof970 4 роки тому +1

      On an episode of this old house with the apprentices you could hear him get impatient at them for being slow. I laughed knowing how it is on a a site and someone new is to slow.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv 3 роки тому

      hahah I dO !!!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv 3 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/users/FamilyDIYtv

    • @juliof970
      @juliof970 3 роки тому

      @@FamilyDIYtv what am I looking for?

  • @walterochoa3826
    @walterochoa3826 6 місяців тому

    I love Mr. Tom Silva I see it as a mentor to me. Why it does not have double top plates in this structure? It's just curiosity

  • @detroitone3118
    @detroitone3118 7 років тому +108

    why is it on every video from this channel, there is always some people who like to complain and whine about whats in the video? its annoying. if you're such a expert, make your own videos.

    • @alext2046
      @alext2046 5 років тому +6

      🤔 TFW complaining about parts of the video isn’t ok but complaining about the comments is ok.

    • @cooterJennings-i4k
      @cooterJennings-i4k 11 місяців тому +3

      Always a couch keyboard expert.its a ego in human nature

    • @kennethbrown8723
      @kennethbrown8723 9 місяців тому +3

      Don’t worry about it, every comment good or bad is money in their pocket!

    • @thomashorner-l1m
      @thomashorner-l1m 8 місяців тому +2

      Most of these self proclaimed experts complaining in the comments are old men. They are 60 years old with 70 years experience. They know it all. All you can learn from them is how not to do things.

  • @NolanSanchez
    @NolanSanchez 3 роки тому +2

    He makes it look so easy. Tac on another two weeks, for me to get the first section up...haha. Great video!!

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      Nolan I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

  • @bradjk
    @bradjk 10 років тому +23

    Honest question, shouldn't there be a vapor barrier between the concrete foundation and the stud wall?

    • @patrickmunits
      @patrickmunits 9 років тому +5

      latest knowledge states that it depends now in what zone you live in. In some areas a vapour barrier will do more harm than good. In others areas a layer of latex paint is all the vapour barrier that is needed. Adequate amount of air tight insulation is more important than presence of a vapour barrier.
      Absence of a thermal break between the base plate and concrete is not optimal for energy efficiency.

    • @bwillan
      @bwillan 9 років тому +1

      ***** Generally speaking the vapour barrier goes on the "warm" in winter side of the insulation. As Patrick Munits points out, a vapour barrier can be accomplished many different ways.

    • @intell0
      @intell0 9 років тому +1

      ***** DEFENETLY, and dont use wood!

    • @PvtPapa
      @PvtPapa 9 років тому +1

      +bradjk Vapour barrier goes on the "warm side" of the wall and insolation. What should be used is house wrap, this is what is used on the exterior of the house before exterior finishing such as siding. You basically make a wall that is going against concrete as if it was an exterior wall.

    • @tchevrier
      @tchevrier 7 років тому +4

      definitely NOT between the concrete wall and the studs. And wood IS what you should be using.

  • @nathanhicks2000
    @nathanhicks2000 3 роки тому

    Just how we framed up my sister's basement however i still learned something that double level trick was amazing! just goes to show you can always learn from the ol wise owl.

  • @l.torrence4603
    @l.torrence4603 5 років тому +13

    Yep, im hiring someone. Just remembered i failed geometry. 😕

  • @Jon-Ivy
    @Jon-Ivy 23 дні тому

    Good video. Gave me some pointers for when I frame out my basement

  • @Quartered_Rodent
    @Quartered_Rodent 8 років тому +6

    Wow this looks really great. I'm 32 is it too late for me to learn to do this maybe even professionally?

    • @MelancholyMadoka
      @MelancholyMadoka 8 років тому +13

      Never too late, sir. Especially if you feel like you understand the process well, some people are wired for this sort of thing, pun intended.

    • @cjoe6586
      @cjoe6586 6 років тому +3

      never to late, just remember plumb, level ,square.

    • @jaredhouston4223
      @jaredhouston4223 5 років тому +1

      32 you're still a young man! Even at 34!

  • @conqwiztadore2213
    @conqwiztadore2213 5 років тому +12

    i wanna be a freakin awesome carpenter tradesman like this man, but i am training to be a plumber

    • @andrewerickson6690
      @andrewerickson6690 5 років тому +5

      So be a freaking awesome plumber 😃 you are just as valuable

    • @jorelljones5697
      @jorelljones5697 4 роки тому +1

      For real plumbers are under valued in society today. All throughout history plumbers saved more lives than doctors! When you take into consideration sanitation from bacteria by having clean running water and toilets

    • @stevesullivan9752
      @stevesullivan9752 3 роки тому

      Plumber?? $$$$
      Learn your trade, be friendly, be prompt and treat your customers fairly. All that... and you'll do better than 75% of all college graduates.
      Good luck from a more than experienced Electrican!
      ;)

  • @sammysammy-ix8kd
    @sammysammy-ix8kd 4 роки тому

    This guy make every job look easy

  • @TheElementkp555
    @TheElementkp555 7 років тому +6

    why did they not add foam board insulation to the walls before framing?

    • @ronaldshank7589
      @ronaldshank7589 4 роки тому +1

      Actually, that's a great point! Helps save on the electric bill!

  • @billykulpa
    @billykulpa 6 років тому

    What framing gun is that? Is it battery powered? How does that thing work??

  • @MrApaHotel
    @MrApaHotel 8 років тому +42

    A pressure treated plate could still be a bad solution. Stick at least tar paper between the plate and floor.
    In Sweden there was a big problem with houses built 1970-1980 when they used pressure treated wood directly in contact with the floor. The wood would emit bad smell when it got moisture from the floor. That could lead to allergy and asthma.

    • @abacab87
      @abacab87 8 років тому +1

      I've never had a problem. I put a large bead of adhesive under, maybe that makes a difference?

    • @oobaka1967
      @oobaka1967 8 років тому +19

      In Canada we use a soft foam strip called a sill gasket

    • @baladar1353
      @baladar1353 8 років тому +4

      Then it seems to be the "pressure treating" is a ripoff. I treated wood myself with water insoluble chemicals, and it can withstand a century submersed in alkaline or acidic water. No bugs, rot, mold or discoloration.

    • @DrKnowsMore
      @DrKnowsMore 8 років тому +14

      Agreed. The soft foam sill gaskets (usually pink) are the perfect solution and should always be used between wound and any masonry, including concrete. I'm amazed by how often I see new houses being built without sill gaskets.

    • @johnwayne2103
      @johnwayne2103 7 років тому +9

      It's because these cheap house builders only build to what code says. If code doesn't say to use the gaskets they aren't going to use them. it's why if you ever get a custom home built you are involved in every step of the way in designing everything down to the type of nails they use. These cookie cutter homes are just POS.

  • @LubaLuba1
    @LubaLuba1 3 роки тому

    But how can add a new shower drain to existing toilet drain on concrete slab ?? The cast iron pipe for the toilet come up from below so I need to cut before toilet flange but do I need to make a large hole / diameter??Thank you!

  • @bobscafidi9184
    @bobscafidi9184 6 років тому +19

    Use metal studs and tracks. Best for a basement. No warp, no rot. No mold.

    • @Zaes223
      @Zaes223 5 років тому

      and twice as fast to put up

    • @Yellow_cub
      @Yellow_cub 5 років тому +2

      But they do rust... so you still need moisture protection

    • @andyborowitz1730
      @andyborowitz1730 5 років тому

      that's what the guy that put my walls up told me.
      he said wood wall framing is a waste of money.

    • @jakenewyork8618
      @jakenewyork8618 5 років тому +1

      Bob scafidi , glad someone knew!

  • @brucerobertson2466
    @brucerobertson2466 4 роки тому +1

    I love this old house been watching since Villa

  • @jeremys959
    @jeremys959 5 років тому +10

    She can be my helper anytime

  • @Oh-ou4lp
    @Oh-ou4lp Рік тому +2

    I need to hire this guy

  • @bobscafidi9184
    @bobscafidi9184 5 років тому +4

    I'd use metal studs and track. Easier, No termites and no water damage.

    • @illgiveyathetick
      @illgiveyathetick 5 років тому +1

      You’re a nit-wit, bob

    • @keithupton86ku
      @keithupton86ku 4 роки тому

      @bangmeister2012 Cold steel framing does rust, just very slowly (it's rust resistant). Wood is better for residential basements because it's easier to work with, readily available, and much cheaper.

  • @fmaz1952
    @fmaz1952 5 років тому +1

    Holly sh*t, this video is amazing. Extremely good format (explaining to someone) and, no wasted talk, straight to the point, the montage and editing is precise and who ever is the cameraman is doing a very, very good job.
    I subscribed.

  • @mikehiggins4788
    @mikehiggins4788 9 років тому +5

    Plumb bob?

  • @jerryabraham9920
    @jerryabraham9920 4 роки тому

    Simple and easy.. like the guy's teaching...

  • @comochinganconesto
    @comochinganconesto 9 років тому +6

    A king stud and a jack stud... been a while since I've heard someone refer to them like that lol :-)

    • @gqfiend
      @gqfiend 4 роки тому +1

      comochinganconesto what are they called these days?

    • @RobertLeBlancPhoto
      @RobertLeBlancPhoto 4 роки тому +1

      @@gqfiend
      They're still called those names, by actual working pros.

  • @IAmVik01
    @IAmVik01 4 роки тому +1

    There is chance of mold in this kind of framing. Why you didn’t use barrier between stud and concrete wall, may foam board ?

  • @ksmithkatcarving
    @ksmithkatcarving 6 років тому +5

    A Word of Wisdom do not put plastic against your cement wall and then place fiberglass matt against it for insulation, it draws moisture and runs down the wall and rot your wood that you fasten on the wall causes mold compensation do not use plastic against the concrete wall and then close it in with drywall big mistake learn the hard way

    • @waynestrickland4589
      @waynestrickland4589 5 років тому

      what would you do differently? That's my biggest concern is mold growth, post-install

    • @wkeil1981
      @wkeil1981 5 років тому

      always use
      metal studs in a basement

    • @mattheww2797
      @mattheww2797 4 роки тому

      @@wkeil1981 Yea that way you can get rust instead of rot, proper air gaps and use of proper materials and you're golden, you don't want anything getting wet at all

  • @KaioStryker
    @KaioStryker 2 роки тому

    Followed this but wondering do I have to put a foam board and then insulation in front the concrete?

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 2 роки тому

      Patrick I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

  • @gabrielgonzales8163
    @gabrielgonzales8163 6 років тому +3

    buenos videos
    construccion

  • @ChicoGeneticsOfficial
    @ChicoGeneticsOfficial 4 роки тому +1

    I didn’t even know the term jack stud before watching this, learned quite a bit from the vid 💪🏻🤙

  • @kfaberdnt
    @kfaberdnt 3 роки тому +1

    Starting to frame our basement in a couple weeks. Wish me luck! 🤞

  • @billpeirce7127
    @billpeirce7127 6 років тому +3

    Wonder why he did not do a floating wall????
    Hear in Colorado, all concrete floors get floating walls.

    • @xl000
      @xl000 5 років тому

      why would he ?

  • @davidrobins4025
    @davidrobins4025 4 роки тому

    Tom always does such a great job with the instruction of the practical things being done. Even I can learn from his instruction.

    • @user-hh9vx6vq9n
      @user-hh9vx6vq9n Рік тому

      check with your local building inspector to determine all of the fire blocking requirements before starting!

  • @juliof970
    @juliof970 4 роки тому +11

    He said that gun was very loud then it sounded like a stapler.

    • @eeobeeob
      @eeobeeob 4 роки тому +13

      The magic of audio compression and limiters.

    • @boratb258
      @boratb258 4 роки тому

      I've use something similar, its loud.

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      @laurabrown7468 4 роки тому

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    • @stevesullivan9752
      @stevesullivan9752 3 роки тому

      Have you ever fired a .22 cal handgun
      in a basement? Same thing.

  • @oresteez
    @oresteez 4 роки тому

    Great video...what size nails is he using when putting the studs together before lifting it up? I have a brad nailed that uses max 2 inch nails. Will that suffice? I tried 1 3/4 inch nails on some test pieces and they were not long enough.

  • @nirkytime85
    @nirkytime85 6 років тому +4

    "plum"

  • @phillipforbes7569
    @phillipforbes7569 7 років тому +1

    This is the guy i want to do my basement. Well knowledgeable

  • @panchito1993eljc
    @panchito1993eljc 7 років тому +8

    why the fuck am I watching this? I don't even own a house

  • @jamdrum1
    @jamdrum1 4 роки тому

    Tommy is a rockstar of Residential construction

  • @captainh3831
    @captainh3831 5 років тому +3

    If you're entertained by controversy, this is the right place.

  • @mccg4337
    @mccg4337 8 місяців тому

    so the top plate is flush with the beam on one side.. what would/can we do to make the otherside flush too ? use 2X6 instead of 2X4 for entire project ? ?

  • @MisterBrauer
    @MisterBrauer 8 років тому +3

    Those earplugs are doing nothing just sitting on the outer part of your ear haha.

  • @CMUShawna
    @CMUShawna 4 роки тому

    the jack stud made of scraps - how do you put those together? Do you angle the nail from one piece to the other or do you nail them into the king stud or what?

  • @su-eongcheah2960
    @su-eongcheah2960 9 років тому +25

    Is anyone else disappointed that this "This Old House" video is done in a brand new house?

    • @TampaMaximumMike
      @TampaMaximumMike 7 років тому +1

      This Old House used to be for people that could not afford a new house and needed help so they could do the work themselves. Repairing and old house is much more difficult than what they do now.

    • @tiawilliams5690
      @tiawilliams5690 7 років тому +3

      TampaMaximumMike They still help people with old houses. This looks like a precursor segment to Ask This Old House, where they help homeowners with smaller diy tasks. IIRC, this used to be part of the main show but got spun off onto its own.

    • @edmerritt1716
      @edmerritt1716 5 років тому

      From a TV production perspective, shooting video in an older house to demonstrate how to frame, for example, could be an exercise in futility. If you're familiar with older homes, framing is whatever the carpenter decided it would be on that day. Standards were just not in wide use and old home construction can vary widely. Having owned two old homes, I'd suggest that anyone without a lot of carpentry experience consider hiring someone who does have experience. Otherwise, keep searching for information on how to deal with problems renovating an old home.

  • @Clonglomerate
    @Clonglomerate 4 роки тому

    This was the best video I see on UA-cam for framing a basement wall!