Why Every DIY'er Needs a Laser Level
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- Опубліковано 25 чер 2024
- Laser Levels are not only affordable to the average DIY'er but they speed up work and improve accuracy. In this video I run through the different types of Laser Levels, how they work, how to check them and why you need one in your tool kit.
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"less than the cost of a tank of petrol" 🙂......just means something different watching this in July 2022
You can get a laser level, top hooker and a four pack of Special Brew for a tank of petrol these days.
Thanks government 👍🏻
I have an RV with an ~80 gallon petrol tank. Most things I own cost less than a tank of petrol :)
Just makes him more correct!
No denying…. After this and other videos I bought one worth 2 tanks of the old Motion lotion and it is serving me well!
@@coffeecakecharlie leave your ol ex lady out of this, that lotlizard has to pay you to do her 🤢🤢🤮🤮 and you talking bout the opposite 😬
Really impressed with this channel, easy to understand guidance, no product endorsements, no music, just perfect. Safety is also clearly covered which is great. I am learning so much and best of all saving money… please keep the video’s coming. I’d love to see a video about installing a loft hatch in a confined roof space- that’s my next project.
No product endorsement… Click on the link like you wished to buy one and you will see he’s on commission ..
Love the videos, love the channel. If you've been getting more views it's probably been me binge watching them they're great quality and straight to the point! One thing to note with not just laser levels, but any device nowadays that has its own non-standard battery or a built in rechargeable one is, when the battery eventually loses capacity, you'll probably need to replace the whole thing (if it's a built in rechargeable) unless you want to open it up and fix it (which should be doable), or in the case of a custom battery, you'll be stuck trying to find a replacement but that is also possible to fix (still more work). I always try and buy things that work with standard rechargeables, that way I can be sure of getting replacements in the future (AA, AAA etc) and then I just use good batteries within them.
Anyway keep up the great videos, already subscribed.
Only "discovered" you today by accident, a couple of videos in, and I subscribed. I really enjoy watching DIY posts on UA-cam but have to say that yours are the most practical and down to earth I have come across. Please keep posting before I've watched everything you have done up until now! I'll always be watching for the next one :)
Well thank you very much. Welcome aboard
I’m an avid DIYer and love my laser level. It saved me a ton of time while building my wife’s pantry and I know it will be a part of future projects. I have a similar tripod, that is an essential.
I've just discovered your channel today and I'm binge watching all the videos. Love the sense of humor and I'm sure it's never a dull day working with you. Keep up the great content.
Well thank you very much. Welcome aboard
For beginners, the 3x360 is definitely the way forward. It’s very intuitive. I’ve used the third axis to cast a beam on the ceiling and then mark off 90 degrees on the opposite side when drilling holes for LED down lights.
Great info Stuart, really appreciate the honest advice from an experienced tradesperson like yourself. Looks like I'm going be getting one of these before I build the new shed extension. Cheers.
Thanks. You know you want one!
I was using one of these in 1988 for suspended ceilings when converting warehouses into luxury apartments in butlers wharf, London. Great bit of kit!
I went on a site visit to the apartments at Butlers Wharf (Shad Thames) in the same year - turning rundown warehouses to luxury apartments - very good!!
Got one. Exactly that one. 1001 uses. Not sure how I ever managed without it. From tiling, fitting a kitchen, or lining up downlights in a hallway or large lounge. Brilliant piece of kit.
What is the make / model and where can I find one please?
Way to break it down - I was curious in the differences of different laser levels. Your video popped up, It answered everything I was curious about. Subscribered. Cheers from the US.
Glad it was helpful! Welcome!
Been looking at 12 line laser levels for a while on Amazon. This one seemed quite cheap but had no reviews. Now I've seen your demo I think I will probably buy one for the DIY kitchen fit next month. Thank you for the review.
No problem
Absolutely love your style of presentation. Kudos and my thanks.
Thank you kindly!
Excellent advice. We have a small Handyman business and we use them almost every day. I honestly think that every home owner should put a laser high on their tool list. They are extremely affordable and I would spend the money on a laser even before buying a 4 foot spirit level.
Děkuji. Takto podané informace jsem přesně hledal.
Thanks for this great video. You've helped me narrow down what features I want in a laser level.
Thanks for the lesson on verifying calibration (starting 8:20). A great thing to check, and I would have never known how without this video.
No problem
Great vid thank you. Fitted a false ceiling last yr & considered buying one. Wish I had done as it would have cut my prep time massively!
yeah i bought the same one you have off aliexpress... bloody good lasers man... i do tiling.. and it certainly helps to get those lines dead straight.....perfect job every time!.... thanks man
I’ve always wondered about laser levels. Thank you so much for this professional presentation which has convinced me that this needs to be my next tool purchase! 🛠
Thank you - I should have bought some shares in them
@@ProperDIY does it matter if the floor is not 100% flat? Will the horizontal beam be truly flat or will it follow the same slope of the floor? 🧐
@@marcnaidu5804 It is horizontal as the self levelling mechanism works on a pendulum system irrespective of how level your floor is.
@@ProperDIY thank you
Didn't even know these existed. Could definitely have used one when I recently hung my projector screen. All I had was a simple laser measuring tool. Will be picking one of these up and you get all of the credit! Many thanks!
No problem
Very informative video, well done! In spite of the drawbacks it still represents good value for money for the DIYer. You produce some excellent videos. Regards Keith
Thank you very much!
Thanks man, good rundown. 1st time watching your channel, and I'll be back. I can see the applications and benefits for my DIY work.
Well presented and informative. As you described the accuracy check, my first thought was "that's a survey spirit level two peg test".
Awesome explanation and thoroughly enjoyable to watch. Thanks heaps!
Thank you
Cheers P.DIY needed one today - knew I should have got one earlier so picked one up today from your link!
I recently had to mark out footings for a greenhouse and then set up bricklines for a low wall. I did it using tape measures and a large right angle. The outside edge of the finished wall was accurate to +/- 1 mm and perfectly level, the aluminium greenhouse base overlapped the edges perfectly. I was well chuffed as it was my first time pouring concrete and bricklaying. I considered a laser level for the marking out but glad I didn’t buy one. I can see they could often make life much easier. Nice video, very clear.
Great video ! To the point and amazing clarity
Really informative video especially the part that shows how to check the accuracy of the laser.
Thank you
Nice review/tutorial. The larger thread on that nifty base is likely 5/8-11 pitch, which is sort of standard on the construction tripods. There are thread adapters available that make these more congenial with other tripods.
Agree 100% I bought the entry level Dewalt red laser, since I wasn't sure I was gonna need it. Turns out very handy. My next one will be a serious upgrade to include all the bells and whistles.
Exactly! Go for budget and see if you use it / it's any good then upgrade if you want in the future with confidence!
A very handy bit of kit to have in the shed. I have an old Bosch fixed unit. At 3-4m the line was about 5mm thick so close to unusable. Cheers!
I think they have really come on over the last few years. Measuring the beam width for the video, I found no difference between 1 and 5m from the unit!
Bought this exact model from your link, not sure if this was a paid promotion for you but you earned them a customer anyway... I was on the verge of buying a Bosch cross line before I saw this and the recommendation seems good so went with it. Now just to order a tripod and I'm sorted.
Thanks for that update. Hopefully I'll know how to use my one now. Lol had for a while just no used it.
Thanks for the demonstration, very informative 👍.
Thanks for this clearly explained introduction to a prospective laser level purchaser.
No problem
Very nicely done video! What a pleasure listening to. Well presented & easy to follow. Looking forward to the next one.
Thank you
Great video! I bought one and didn't have a clue how to use it. This video makes it really clear. Btw You can also get ones with blue lasers that are even brighter.
Brilliant video, a comprehensive look at laser levels, really enjoyed this Stuart!!
Well thank you very much.
Im glad I came across this channel. Really well presented. Thank you.
Thank you very much
Be careful when using the laser on a tripod mounted on a suspended floor. Also if you are using it in the locked off mode, then you need to put up some reference points at the start. If the tripod gets a knock you can tell if it has moved by looking at the reference marks. Also if it's on a suspended floor you can tell if the floor is moving as you walk around, by looking at the references. If it does then you'll have to mount the tripod over joists. Or get a different solution. Say mount it on a hanger from the ceiling.
Very informative and helpful. Thank you.
Excellent video. Informative and to the point. Thanks!
Another very useful and interesting video thank you Stuart. I always wondered how they could possibly be "self levelling" and thought the beam was set up just by the spirit levels on the device. Your explanation about getting things within 3 degrees (for the internal pendulum to work) made things clear.
Glad you enjoyed it
Nice to see reviews on cheaper tools that are actually affordable to most. Keep up the great videos. Look forward to the next one
Thank you. I only really have cheaper tools (until a tool company decides to sponsor me and throw some at me). I'm not the type to spend £1000 on a Festool router!
Love the fact you reply to the comments also. Awesome
@@nathanwilson9945 Thank you - I try.
I should have watched this before I went and bought myself a laser level! This was very well informative and a good watch. Thank you for the tips!
No problem
Very, very good information. Thank you. :)
Really, really clear explanation of the usefulness of the 360 laser level, with simple instructions thrown in for testing the accuracy. I already own a red cross beam, but can see I should have bought a green 360.
You can find out about Deglasers, it green 360 laser level works well.
So friggin true. Use mine all the time, I’m also a plumber, but use it more at Hm building my house than anything. I’ve got one to point up for pot lights, one for leveling inside, one for outside yard work, very well worth it.
Becomes am essential piece of kit - and quick
That's a great price! I just tiled my hall and kitchen floor and bought a laser square to set it out, I really wish I'd seen this first!
really useful, thank you
Great video ,thanks
I am always a fan of compulsory perpendicularity
A fair review mate, recently got my first laser level but went for a self levelling cross-line one. Might have to but this 360 one as well now !
Sorry, i should have done it sooner!
Another lovely video, great detail and I learnt a lot. Thankyou 👍
Thank you
Thank you! It was just what I needed to know!
Thanks so much
Good video! The 'useless' 14/15mm threaded hole mount in the base is most likely for a surveyors tripod.
Also you get what you pay for in lasers. The greater the price, the better the build quality, calibration and functionality.
11:15
CAMVATE 1/4"-20 to 5/8"-11 Threaded Screw Adapter for Tripod Laser Level Bosch Adapter(Stainless Steel 304)
That might be used to adapt the base to allow it to be used with a standard photographic tripod-
Very informative - excellent presentation. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Cheers for the advice.
Thank you for the great video. I am also a DIY, here in Canada you can't afford to get someone to come in and fix anything because of the prices are just out of this world.
Thank you for the explination, well done
Thank you so very much for this wonderful video.
You are a very good teacher, thank you
Glad you think so!
I started using lasers in 1986 and YES they are wonderful IF they are accurate ! During my more then 35 years working with them I told other employees to make sure and check the laser everyday to make SURE that its reading perfect ! Yes they can be off a lot after a ride in a pickup truck or someone bumps or drops it ! I found that it is very easy to trim the bushes in front of my home at night when I set up my laser... I pick the perfect height of he beam and run the trimmer along the bright red line = fast and PERFECT !
So youre the one who keeps waking me up! Ok ill remember that!
Good idea.
Thanks. Good one
...GOOD INFO.. I'M THINKING OF GETTING ONE SO THE VIDEO WAS VERY INFORMATIVE...JUST WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THESE LASER'S..THANKS...!!
Thanks for the advice Dad 👍🏻
Great video - fookin helpful and precise
Glad it was helpful!
Check the accuracy with a plumb bob. Love it 😉
Well said great advice for the beginners 👏👏👏
Thanks for watching!
Great content, no annoying music or slide transitions, just brilliant advice clearly put. I have subbed and also bought the laser level via your link. When it arrives I'll be setting out shelves and worktops in my new workshop 😎
Thank you
Great clear explanation. Thank you
Glad you liked it
Really excellent content and presentation, sir. I appreciate your expertise as well as your clear (and dryly comic) explanations. I subscribed based solely on this video and I look forward to watching more. I even looked up your Stanley Unwin reference -- as I'm from the States -- and had a good laugh. Rubbish indeed! All the best.
An impressive piece of kit and at a reasonable price.
Very good question - yes there is - always place the laser mid way between 2 points and... turn it 180 deg and check it again
Just a small point - when panning 180 degrees on a cheap tripod, the error could be in the poorly machined or finished panning plane of the tripod head and not necessarily a fault of the laser.
The Laser is self leveling tho
Excellent video. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Great information video yet again mate👌
Thanks
Outstanding! just suscribed!!!
Excellent explanation..thanks
You are welcome
Some thing to remember about accuracy, if you rotate say 30,40 degrees or whatever and use that line for plumb it may well not show a plumb line, if the wall is out of plumb so will your line be, its only genuinely plumb at the 90 degrees to the level.
As always Stuart great video mate thank you 👍👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks for posting
thanks surveying is about precision, i needed to know how to carryout checks, which you have explained detailed
Thanks
I didn't know their was two different types, nevermind about checking accuracy, I have the basic model, on a dark dull day I used it to level my bushes in the garden, thank you Sir
No problem
Thanks for the video =)
I bought a cheap one on Amazon and now need to learn how to use it.
Great review
its awesome i use the same one for tilling bathrooms and ceilings and tilling floors i use it for everything i would buy again the same one if this one broke im happy with it and thx for explaining so well how it works
Nice one. It's good to see I'm not the only one!
Outstanding explanation. I thought maybe I could use one (for building aquarium racks which need to be absolutely level to avoid stressing the glass tanks), and now I am absolutely sure it would be so easy and helpful that it would be stupid, verging on malpractice, to not do so. THANKS!!!
Lasers are important. True level is hard to achieve and if you think you can even approach it with your sad, naked, caveman eyeball and a bubble of f*cking air, you're the reason this species is a failure, and it makes me angry!
Absolutely not verging on malpractice you Muppet. How do you think it was done prior to laser levels?
Thanks Stuart - always learn new things from your videos. I remember from younger days spending ages on top of a mast being involved in panning a dish for a telecomms radio signal to no avail. Somehow, as a last resort (assuming no obstruction to the path) I wondered whether the horizontally polarised feed to the dish was truly horizontal. Turns out that when we married the rigger's spirit level back to back with mine taken as horizontal, his was well out of true. After resetting with the latter taken as horizontal the signal burst into life. Your calibrated laser could possibly have saved many hours of work.
I have a reservation though - in the case of the odd slopey floors in some houses, hanging an object to a true horizontal may not necessarily be the best option - rather, taking a parallel with say the top of the skirting board or perhaps the underside of a picture rail may be an option - (which I imagine the laser level can do) - or as a last resort I find 'eyeballing' may be a last option. Memories come back of visiting the crooked house in one of the resorts......
Thank you. Yes, sometimes you need to follow the existing rather than what is correct - this really depends on the circumstance - see my comments in my last video when I was installing a lintel.
Right, thanks for explanation PD.
Excellent video. I’ve subscribed, looking forward to seeing more. Cheers!
Thanks
Very informative video. Well done!
Thanks
Got one last week with the detector and it amazing !!
Nice one!
Great video thanks for the info
No problem 👍
I agree with everything Stuart says in this review. I have a very similar model. Mine has 2x batteries which can be charged either in or out of the laser, which is just brilliant. I also have DeWalt cross line costing double the price. By comparison the unbranded 3-axis offers a brighter and finer line, and of course being 3-axis, is far more useful. Lucky me having 2 makes calibration a lot easier, not to mention fitting door frames with the 3-axis in the opening and the cross line checking for plumb on the perpendicular. I find the main advantage with the DeWalt is the well thought out and very strong magnetic mount. Build quality appears better with the DeWalt too, but I've dropped the unbranded model and it just carried on as before with no loss of calibration. Brilliant things, and like Stuart says, more useful than one might think. Also, at time of writing, Toolstation were selling a Stanley tripod for £25.
Good comments. It nice to hear you think the same
What’s the name of the unbranded model you have
Hello Stuart - I've nonly just recently subscribed following a recommendation for your channel from rag 'n' bone brown so I'm busily catching up on your videos. This video was great and very informative as I've been toying with th idea of buying a laser level for sometime and I'm now sold on the idea lol keep up the great work - Andy
Thanks and welcome
Great review nd demo. I picked up one from another manufacturer just like it (it uses easy to find replacement Li-ion cell batteries). It saved me hours of manual work laying out my basement framing... sill and top plate locations in particular. Well worth the $120 USD I paid and it will be of great help in future projects.
Thanks for sharing
Which one did you get and how has it worked so far?? Thank you in advance. I am ordering I one very soon
Thank you. I didn't realise that they were self-levelling. You are really extremely good at presenting. Subscribed. BTW, over a long distance, I like to use a water level, but I will certainly take a look at these in the future.
Welcome aboard! Obviously the water level is the most accurate but I do like the speed and flexibility of a laser level as long as you know it's accurate!
Only ones to buy are self leveling type! You will like I did throw your water level in the trash! They are well worth the cost no question! Just dont ever drop it!
Great video my friend!
Yes!!! if you want to good quality work its a must. i bought a cheap 60 harbor freight laser level. I use if for everything, shelving. pictures Great info!!!
Nice one!
Great video. When marking accurately, make sure your pencil is sharp every marking.