Framing Floors and Stairs with Larry Haun

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  • Опубліковано 10 вер 2019
  • Watch legendary house framer Larry Haun as he demonstrates how to build the floors and stairs 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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  • @chadsummers7981
    @chadsummers7981 Рік тому +198

    The Bob Ross of framing. Absolute legend.

    • @romanvalderaz2425
      @romanvalderaz2425 2 місяці тому

      @@user-yr7jp7ip4thow so?

    • @realemonful
      @realemonful 2 місяці тому +2

      Never lol... Bob Ross takes his time to make it look good. This guy just hacks it together. No pride!

    • @S.C.S_Construction
      @S.C.S_Construction 2 місяці тому +4

      @@realemonfulwhere’s your book you do realize this guy framed 1,000 plus houses which you will never see again don’t talk sh*t with no logic there’s a reason Fine homebuilding has him listed as the best framer in the business till this today. Here you are some nobody on UA-cam😂

    • @realemonful
      @realemonful 2 місяці тому

      @@S.C.S_Construction I framed for WAY too long and that is why I quit. Having said that... This guy is a hack'n slash framer, little buddy... lol

    • @realemonful
      @realemonful 2 місяці тому

      What kind of "construction" do YOU do, by the way? Cut grass?🤣🤣🤣

  • @claytonkr05
    @claytonkr05 8 днів тому +7

    This is 1000 times better than any movie or show release in the last 10 years.

    • @EXDna
      @EXDna 4 дні тому +1

      10? Man, nothing beats this on tv, ever!

  • @cwday
    @cwday 2 роки тому +650

    I worked with Larry and his brother Joe in 1987. We made over thirty training segments for the California Carpenters. I lost track of him and didn't know he made his own video/book series. But I am not surprised at all. From my view, the man was/is the genuine article. His work and his life were in sync. I'm delighted to see this master is still inspiring others. I remember him planting a 16 with one hit, but tapping a couple more times to stay in rhythm. He really does make it all look easy.

    • @dusttinfinn6583
      @dusttinfinn6583 Рік тому +28

      That is amazing. I would have loved to meet him. I am building my house right now by myself, still in the framing process, and Larry is who I refer to whenever I’m stumped. He’s a legend in my mind.

    • @davidjay8573
      @davidjay8573 Рік тому +22

      Im a carpenter out of 713 Alameda County. happy to say that they still show these exact videos in class through apprenticeship. we would always talk amongst our self's about how bad ass it would have been to learn and work side by side Larry. Also thanks for making some material for the rest of us to learn from

    • @leeboudreaux6698
      @leeboudreaux6698 Рік тому +3

      What type hammer does he use and weight?

    • @dusttinfinn6583
      @dusttinfinn6583 Рік тому +4

      @@leeboudreaux6698 I’m not 100% sure but I can drive one with an estwing 22 0z framing hammer.

    • @bkh1324
      @bkh1324 Рік тому +2

      @@leeboudreaux6698 like a dalluge framer or a California framer style probably a heavy at that 28 or so

  • @incorrect1844
    @incorrect1844 Рік тому +169

    This was the America everybody wanted to emigrate to :)

    • @angelorabago4719
      @angelorabago4719 7 місяців тому +3

      Nah Fr even Americans 😭❤️

    • @growingfats7704
      @growingfats7704 3 місяці тому +5

      It’s crazy bro I was thinking the same thing. I truly appreciate an American with skills it’s hard to come across. All immigrants with any physical skill is taking over

    • @SplashyCannonBall
      @SplashyCannonBall 3 місяці тому

      @@growingfats7704that’s because Americans are homosexual and obsessed with tele-vision.

    • @SplashyCannonBall
      @SplashyCannonBall 3 місяці тому +4

      I bet they didn’t vote democrat like you do.

    • @madboyslim
      @madboyslim 2 місяці тому +2

      I'm an immigrant and I learned framing from his book and videos. His legacy never dies

  • @markuschelios6891
    @markuschelios6891 4 роки тому +2170

    Larry died on October 24, 2011 after a long battle with lymphoma. RIP, Larry. Your instruction lives on in your students.

    • @Reub3
      @Reub3 3 роки тому +74

      If it weren't for the lymphoma. this man would of lived well into his 90's. the guy is beast.

    • @stalinschicken3432
      @stalinschicken3432 3 роки тому +12

      @@theseattlegreen1871 you fail to see a master.

    • @lucekannin9952
      @lucekannin9952 3 роки тому +30

      @@stalinschicken3432 I agree. Larry, an awesome builder. A Master at work. It's just beauty to watch him implement his knowledge and teach. You can tell he is very skilled at his trade even when he arrives at the site. Some men demand respect, some men command respect. Joe is the latter. We needed more men like him around.

    • @lucekannin9952
      @lucekannin9952 3 роки тому +32

      @@theseattlegreen1871 His helper is his brother. They have an inner understanding how to work well together. His brother, a master builder too. Larry credits his brother often. Maybe Larry speaks for them both. Why repeat what has just been said?

    • @elonmust7470
      @elonmust7470 3 роки тому +9

      @@theseattlegreen1871 You'll learn that in rough carpentry, like framing buildings, speed equals efficiency.

  • @khaledahmed2847
    @khaledahmed2847 Рік тому +23

    Stumbled upon this video and didn't stop once while watching.. kinda therapeutic

  • @dusttinfinn6583
    @dusttinfinn6583 Рік тому +282

    Legend. After losing my 1st house in a hurricane I decided to rebuild but really wanted to do as much as I could myself in an attempt to be mortgage free. Whenever I get stumped I refer to Larry and his videos. I’m still in the framing process but it’s going well. 1st floor complete and starting on 2nd floor.

    • @rockers2rockers616
      @rockers2rockers616 Рік тому +5

      @Dusttin Finn how is your build coming along?

    • @dusttinfinn6583
      @dusttinfinn6583 Рік тому +11

      @@rockers2rockers616 slow but steady i guess. I have a video of some progress posted on my UA-cam

    • @gaboonviper2440
      @gaboonviper2440 Рік тому +7

      @@dusttinfinn6583 I wish you alot of luck in rebuilding your home.

    • @mattgeiger8247
      @mattgeiger8247 Рік тому

      You sir are a banks worst nightmare, they can't make any money off you if you don't take any from them.

    • @monke980
      @monke980 Рік тому

      Where do you live while you build it 🤔

  • @thegreatders344
    @thegreatders344 Рік тому +82

    This guy was the hero of my high-school framing class. We'd always see who could sink a nail in the fewest hits to see who deserved the title of "Larry Haun" for the day

  • @every_thing_wood1251
    @every_thing_wood1251 3 роки тому +51

    Can't believe this was all without nail guns man. Respect to these guys

    • @sharonnewby3426
      @sharonnewby3426 3 роки тому +2

      Reminds of my Dad
      This is how Dad built houses.

    • @dancearoundtheworld5360
      @dancearoundtheworld5360 2 роки тому

      it was a different time, and i came 8 years later

    • @jimmyschmidt14
      @jimmyschmidt14 2 роки тому

      reminds me of my grandpa.

    • @realemonful
      @realemonful 2 місяці тому

      My first few years of framing, starting back in the 90's, most framers hand nailed everything, and it didn't take any longer than gun nailing, providing you knew how to use a hammer lol... Not just 1 guy, like it mostly done with guns, but everybody would nail

  • @ffletch5277
    @ffletch5277 3 роки тому +91

    Larry was 61 yo during this filming...climbing all over like a cat without knee pads or rope belt.. amazing

    • @TomasUjhelyi
      @TomasUjhelyi 2 роки тому +7

      Pretty sad to see how lazy young men are these days along with the arm length of safety courses and certificates you have to sit through and obtain before even setting foot on a worksite

    • @theworld5937
      @theworld5937 Рік тому +1

      Wow.. amazing. This guy is so good at what he does. He could have made the Ark in a few weeks.

    • @LiterallyxMe
      @LiterallyxMe Рік тому +2

      @@TomasUjhelyi wouldn’t say that. This guy is amazing but die super young because of how hard they beat themselves up

    • @Heopful
      @Heopful Рік тому

      ​@@LiterallyxMe Larry died 80yo

    • @tamikad3535
      @tamikad3535 2 місяці тому

      61??? Wow

  • @QualityInnFrontDesk
    @QualityInnFrontDesk 14 днів тому +2

    Im probably on my 7th time watching this series from Larry Huan and i just learn more and more.

  • @tumbleweed1976
    @tumbleweed1976 Рік тому +43

    I’m not a carpenter, or even in the trades, and have watched this series multiple times. What an art 🎈

    • @SweeturKraut
      @SweeturKraut 7 місяців тому +1

      Same here. I can’t explain why, but these lessons bring me peace.

    • @brycemcmartin3094
      @brycemcmartin3094 Місяць тому +1

      I’m an electrician and this is definitely what the trades are all about taking pride in what you do!

  • @libraiis
    @libraiis 4 роки тому +501

    I was at trade from being 15 until I was 72 and Larry was as good as they come. Not only was he a master but he could teach it and that is very rare.

    • @zorroonmilkavitch1840
      @zorroonmilkavitch1840 4 роки тому +6

      I agree I had a teacher that drove me to hitchhike home a couple times

    • @BenSamaChan
      @BenSamaChan 4 роки тому +4

      So this guy's (was) a pretty big carpentry figure?

    • @BenSamaChan
      @BenSamaChan 4 роки тому +3

      @Creamapera he really seems to know his stuff! I just dont have any real frame of reference!

    • @brianrayburn2125
      @brianrayburn2125 4 роки тому +10

      @@BenSamaChan Now you have a frame of reference. Larry Haun is the best and always to code!

    • @js4187
      @js4187 4 роки тому +9

      @@BenSamaChan Your frame of reference should be this , not a group of guys setting preframed wall panels and trusses with cranes . Not to take too much away from their work , but thats not framing .

  • @DrRamsammy
    @DrRamsammy 3 роки тому +243

    I wish every teacher and professor can see Larry's performance in lecturing using real-world examples. This is by all means the highest level of a professorship.

    • @jamieflynn4277
      @jamieflynn4277 2 роки тому

      P

    • @thankyouJESUSkingofkings
      @thankyouJESUSkingofkings 2 роки тому +3

      Would of been an honor to have met or hired him.
      Great fella

    • @user-yr4no2fx3c
      @user-yr4no2fx3c 2 роки тому +3

      Was grateful my construction technology professor showed me this video, was fascinating to watch him be that good when I didn’t know a damn thing about building things

    • @MA_s7167
      @MA_s7167 Рік тому

      @@thankyouJESUSkingofkings kpul

  • @barhive
    @barhive 2 роки тому +142

    This guy is incredible. The speed at which he works shows how experienced he is. I’ve never seen someone so skilled with a circular saw

    • @emundmisser3138
      @emundmisser3138 2 роки тому

      B,

    • @danieldrinkwalter2393
      @danieldrinkwalter2393 2 роки тому +14

      Or at nailing,one tap to set the nail and a single swing to drive it, tap, drive...tap, drive, ..... I get nailing envy every time i watch one of his vids.

    • @Zippo050
      @Zippo050 2 роки тому +6

      Because he uses a skill saw.... budumm tss.

    • @frankmains5698
      @frankmains5698 3 місяці тому

      Ye, never seen me!
      Just joshing.

  • @Chucknorris4946
    @Chucknorris4946 10 днів тому +1

    A tradesman sufficiently experienced and skilled is virtually indistinguishable from an artist.

  • @matthewkline7842
    @matthewkline7842 3 роки тому +204

    This guy still makes it look so easy he’s like the framing god of framers

    • @SgtJohnRemairez
      @SgtJohnRemairez Рік тому +8

      I mean this guy can drive a nail in one swing practically...so he's probably an expert lol

    • @roberthitchcock6086
      @roberthitchcock6086 Рік тому +2

      That's because he is! LH 🙏

  • @banyantree8618
    @banyantree8618 4 роки тому +411

    I must have watched this series a 100 times over the past few years. Both informative and a form of relaxation at the same time.

    • @LC-qi5ff
      @LC-qi5ff 4 роки тому +6

      Yes very true

    • @seangreene64
      @seangreene64 4 роки тому +5

      Banyan Tree your not alone. It’s like therapy.

    • @SteelCurtain_90
      @SteelCurtain_90 4 роки тому +15

      I've been framing for 30 years and watched this video for first time just to see how different Larry's technique is from mine. Not too proud to admit, I learned a few things today. Larry is indeed a great carpenter. I appreciate how he emphasized working within a rhythm at a comfortable pace. Typically there are deadlines when building, so it's important to stay busy so that work gets done,. Yet also keep in mind that "haste makes waste" and trying to rush or go too fast can end up with having to do things twice correcting mistakes. Rhythm is important, learn it first then speed will eventually follow.

    • @primehomeinspects
      @primehomeinspects 4 роки тому +6

      @@SteelCurtain_90 My dad taught me carpentry from the time I was old enough to carry a brick or pick up a hammer. One of his common sayings was, "The hurried-er I go, the behind-er I get."

    • @danpinsonault3216
      @danpinsonault3216 3 роки тому

      @@primehomeinspects please

  • @davidsahakyan4204
    @davidsahakyan4204 2 роки тому +61

    Larry and joe are insane carpenters. As a carpenter myself I know the difficulties but this guy makes it look so effortless. Absolute Demi-Gods at the their craft.

  • @CurvedSlightly
    @CurvedSlightly 4 роки тому +854

    Larry's cuts are still used today to calibrate squares.

    • @codygallik2261
      @codygallik2261 4 роки тому +7

      Hahahahahaha

    • @dudemcmann6936
      @dudemcmann6936 4 роки тому +13

      I can't say for certain this is #1, but it's certainly in my 10 best comments in the history of UA-cam! Ha!

    • @lyricalcell9771
      @lyricalcell9771 3 роки тому +3

      chuck norris is here wtf. is larry batter?

    • @michaelstrutzel7562
      @michaelstrutzel7562 3 роки тому

      @@dudemcmann6936 it nice

    • @hi-it4cg
      @hi-it4cg 3 роки тому

      NnKNNMIK
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  • @josefaudoa7982
    @josefaudoa7982 3 роки тому +19

    I feel peace in my life when I see these videos

  • @moonradersix7531
    @moonradersix7531 Рік тому +29

    It was sad to hear Larry passed away….may he Rest In Peace. I watched these videos for three months while drawing plans to build a cabin off grid. I can’t thank Larry enough….no experience in construction and had my little cabin built in 5 days back in 2015. Still standing and even added a kitchen, shower, and just built on a new master bedroom. Thank you Larry…you were a great teacher.

  • @chrisboonstra5108
    @chrisboonstra5108 2 роки тому +14

    Why is this series so calming and addicting to watch and rewatch

    • @bkh1324
      @bkh1324 Рік тому +3

      I think Larry had a real gift of talking to you or me on the same lvl and not looking down his nose at what you don't know. It's an endearing quality. Also it's always a joy to watch master make it look easy.

  • @jakeconrad11
    @jakeconrad11 4 роки тому +891

    Forman Today = "Measure twice cut once.
    Larry Haun back in the day = Measure never, cut all

    • @briannotafan3368
      @briannotafan3368 4 роки тому +14

      that's older than the crust in my underwear

    • @thomasproctor3047
      @thomasproctor3047 4 роки тому +30

      Works in framing but not in finish work.

    • @Jay-tk7ib
      @Jay-tk7ib 4 роки тому +25

      @@thomasproctor3047 It doesn't work well in framing either.

    • @robbyhowell8668
      @robbyhowell8668 3 роки тому +10

      @@Jay-tk7ib apparently it can.

    • @Jay-tk7ib
      @Jay-tk7ib 3 роки тому +6

      @@robbyhowell8668 You can make about anything work, but to work WELL, you need to measure before cutting.

  • @steelheadxxxx
    @steelheadxxxx 4 роки тому +356

    Larry, he was the one of the most inspiring carpenter I have ever seen, r.i.p Larry, you made us carpenters feel so proud of our job.

    • @zorroonmilkavitch1840
      @zorroonmilkavitch1840 4 роки тому +20

      I was told when Larry got to the Gates of Heaven he told same Peter that he would reset the gates to get him swinging right and put a couple of braces and to be sixes just to get things right on it and sure enough St Peter and Larry went to work and got that gate swinging just the way it should to this day

    • @postman445
      @postman445 4 роки тому +1

      steelheadxxxx and non carpenters

    • @carly8994
      @carly8994 2 роки тому +4

      Larry is who inspired/inspires me into getting in a carpentry career. to this day he's still impacting young carpenters with his videos.

    • @Will-ge7ri
      @Will-ge7ri 2 роки тому +2

      There’s a lot of guys in the trades who are informative but I don’t one any that were as inspiring

    • @herculydia
      @herculydia 2 роки тому +2

      Agreed. I'm watching this the 2nd time now from 2 years ago and it's easing my temperament from the covid fiasco. Framing since 1976 but Larry made me a better carpenter. RIP buddy ✝️

  • @coloradomountainman8659
    @coloradomountainman8659 2 роки тому +79

    I've been framing custom homes (amongst all the other inherent wood working skills) since 1973. Still going strong. But this Larry and Joe are in another class by themselves. Even an old timey carpenter such as myself continuously learn from these two. And yes, I too can "finger" nails for hand nailing, but I must admit, not nearly as fast as these guys. And great video. Not interjected with annoying background "music" like 95% of other UA-cam posted videos.

    • @Ianbond21
      @Ianbond21 4 місяці тому

      ​@@user-yr7jp7ip4tpeople like you are the reason this country is failing. Arrogant d bags

    • @nickolemusl9622
      @nickolemusl9622 4 місяці тому

      ​@user-yr7jp7ip4t I think he means he can still learn more nuanced things from larry as opposed to learning the basics rofl. I mean the cunts one of the best to do it.

  • @evilash570
    @evilash570 2 роки тому +45

    My carpentry teacher made the class watch Larry’s videos back in 1993-94, and they have stuck with me to this day!

  • @tonyalways7174
    @tonyalways7174 3 роки тому +141

    The most skilful carpenter I’ve ever seen. I come back to his videos every now and then for inspiration and entertainment as I watch in awe. As someone remarked on another of his videos: he and his wingman never used a nail gun because they didn’t want it to slow them down 😂. A true legend wth a legacy that will live for ever 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @paulinnc
    @paulinnc 3 роки тому +148

    Larry is the man. I read his book and have been watching the videos and I have to say all around he is the best framer I've ever seen. People need to remember that when this was made Larry had already been framing for almost 40 years. In his book he talks about starting out before people even had leather tool belts and power tools, using a rigging hatchet and filing down the blade and attaching the claw off an old Estwing hammer, giving rise to the California framing hammer. Most modern framers owe a lot to Larry Haun even if they have never heard of him, they use a lot of his techniques.

  • @pallmall5495
    @pallmall5495 2 роки тому +11

    Ahh the good ol days when you could afford a board.Great video and Larry took great pride in his work.

  • @davidthomas-newjerseyrealt9420
    @davidthomas-newjerseyrealt9420 4 роки тому +98

    Ridiculous how good this guy is. I smile in awe every time I watch his videos.

    • @John-ih7gp
      @John-ih7gp 3 роки тому +1

      Larry be the one doing all the talking. Joe getting down to the brass tax

  • @danv8718
    @danv8718 3 роки тому +21

    "That's pretty bloody incredible. I'm sorry I ever questioned your ability to measure." :) I love this man

  • @markfoster3650
    @markfoster3650 2 роки тому +14

    The speed and accuracy that Larry would drive those nails is breathtaking. I have driven a few nails in my time but have never seen anyone quite able to do what he could.

    • @RELAXnRENOVATE
      @RELAXnRENOVATE Рік тому +1

      This is common among skilled craftsman. After years of swinging a hammer its pretty easy to sink a 16d with just a tap and a swing.

  • @Christeky
    @Christeky 2 роки тому +79

    At 38:50 Larry says to Joe: "That's bloody incredible, I'm sorry I ever questioned your ability to measure." As an Australian, it is refreshing to hear an American use the word "bloody" as an emphatic adjective. I am sorry to hear that Larry is no longer with us. He is obviously very skilled and experienced. I understand he spent a lot of time and energy educating others. God bless.

    • @scottmacleod8790
      @scottmacleod8790 2 роки тому +2

      I cackled up loudly at that moment because then I thought I knew him. As lovely teacher he is and softly spoken he is.
      You can just tell he is as tough as they come!
      With ever cut and every nail. I could almost flinch with the pain he might be feeling. He sure can swing a hammer and some.
      Soo awesome to watch, great video!

  • @Romee_rome
    @Romee_rome 4 роки тому +321

    Joe is a man of few words.

    • @daled8221
      @daled8221 4 роки тому +37

      Joe reminds me of Wilson with his hat, Tim's tv neighbor on home improvement.

    • @skeetorkiftwon
      @skeetorkiftwon 4 роки тому +11

      @@daled8221
      That was Joe. After he retired.

    • @williamdon3442
      @williamdon3442 4 роки тому +3

      Speaks with his tools

    • @briannavisconti5112
      @briannavisconti5112 4 роки тому +5

      He strikes me as the kinda guy who makes his own fishing lures, then relaxes with his Perry Como records in the eve.

    • @jms4406
      @jms4406 4 роки тому +5

      I love no tape measure this really freed my mind of analysis paralysis

  • @batman1902
    @batman1902 4 роки тому +35

    I am 17 now I aspire after I get out the Marines to build some houses Pretty excited got some cool ideas

  • @jeremyharris6153
    @jeremyharris6153 2 роки тому +2

    I have heard of Larry many times. I had never seen any of his videos. I was completely entertained.

  • @Dom-zk1sg
    @Dom-zk1sg Рік тому +77

    0:00 Introduction
    4:00 Checking for Square
    4:50 Sills
    13:40 Girders
    17:08 Rim Joists
    20:30 Joists and Blocking
    29:48 Framing the Bay Window
    35:21 Sheathing
    44:08 Sheathing
    46:48 Joisting over longer spans
    48:49 Straight Flight Stairs

  • @jorgemontefusco650
    @jorgemontefusco650 Рік тому +6

    I’d let Larry frame for me any time any day. Seen some hacks calling themselves “framers” but nobody can hold a candle to Larry. R.I.P.. Larry. You were the best.

  • @sabertig3489
    @sabertig3489 4 роки тому +42

    Respect, respect, for these fine gentlemen carpenters....honorable, hardworking, dedicated....humble...

  • @Foxtrot1967
    @Foxtrot1967 2 роки тому +23

    In the mid 90's I witnessed a framer working on the roof of a 3 story house fall through an open section where the stairwell was and onto the concrete slab below. This was caused by another framer using the plywood that covered the stairwell for another section of the roof. Miraculously, he survived. Start slow and careful and don't be in a rush. Speed and efficiency comes with time & experience.

    • @tanner6538
      @tanner6538 5 місяців тому

      His name wasn’t Dave B., was it?

  • @dionnemathew780
    @dionnemathew780 Рік тому +3

    How sad to hear. How sweet the comments and continuation of his teachings. I am grateful these are still available to watch.

  • @HoveyFarms
    @HoveyFarms 2 роки тому +34

    He makes me feel like I can build my own home

    • @dusttinfinn6583
      @dusttinfinn6583 Рік тому +9

      I am doing just that and it’s going well. I refer to Larry’s videos whenever I want to do something I’m not too confident in. It might not be as quick, but I can tell you doing it yourself comes with a ton of advantages and satisfaction in the long run

    • @genx7617
      @genx7617 Рік тому +3

      Funny, I watched his videos and built my house in 2007.

  • @crosisofborg5524
    @crosisofborg5524 3 роки тому +365

    Having documentation that Larry Haun framed your home probably increases the value 20%.

  • @josemoran9314
    @josemoran9314 Рік тому +7

    I can't even begin to explain how much this man's skills have helped me to become a better carpenter. RIP Larry

    • @kevinbaird7277
      @kevinbaird7277 11 місяців тому +1

      It would have been amazing to work with both, they had a tough life growing up but they were the best of men.

  • @joemayton5560
    @joemayton5560 2 роки тому +5

    These guys are BEASTS!! Wow, quality and professionalism every step of the way!!

  • @slipknot73745
    @slipknot73745 Рік тому +28

    I've never done a day of carpentry in my life and I can still tell how skilled this guy is.

    • @buratching
      @buratching Рік тому +1

      Larry is a master carpenter , he can build this house with his eyes closed you can tell he got some serious health problem and still looks good , rest in peace Larry

  • @texasRoofDoctor
    @texasRoofDoctor 4 роки тому +87

    There not many Carpenters like that around anymore. He has the eye-to-hand coordination of a pro athlete. Seating the nail flush with one hammer swing is pretty good.

    • @elliottalderson9349
      @elliottalderson9349 4 роки тому +4

      texasRoofDoctor
      My hat’s off to Larry. R. I. P. Larry Haun

    • @michellekillinger9324
      @michellekillinger9324 4 роки тому +11

      My dad was a carpenter for most of his adult life and I never saw him miss a nail either. Wham bam thank you ma'am. Miss him!

    • @missyounorm33
      @missyounorm33 4 роки тому +2

      Those nails been oiled bout a day I reckon. That's what I used to do. Good on ya Larry

    • @teddyjones3055
      @teddyjones3055 3 роки тому +3

      What was that trickery he did at 42:38????

    • @organikness
      @organikness 3 роки тому +3

      @B LT Woah, you got problems there buddy

  • @robertbiondo607
    @robertbiondo607 3 роки тому +29

    Me in the 80s , still remodeling at 64 but broke back year ago. Pain meds , struggling still working tho. Never give up . really enjoyed watching the begining of this loved my work.

  • @tedjaramillo6530
    @tedjaramillo6530 Рік тому +9

    This man was absolutely a huge Impact on my life. Awesome teacher. His brother also.

  • @river4837
    @river4837 2 роки тому +14

    I love these guys. Larry's teaching method makes building your own house or garagseem possible. These are the men who build America not destroy it.

  • @Whalermansteve84
    @Whalermansteve84 4 роки тому +15

    Back in 2005 when I was in trade school , Larry Haun was was man. Legit the man , my instructor taught me all I needed to know and I still go this day watch Larry’s videos like it’s a daily tv show. I don’t care how many times I’ve seen them , I always learn a new trick. Thank you Larry haun. R.I.P Larry.

  • @CurvedSlightly
    @CurvedSlightly 4 роки тому +220

    In the time it takes a modern day framer to set up their nail gun, Larry and Joe have finished.

  • @playhouse888
    @playhouse888 Рік тому +2

    I used to rent his instructional videos from the library when I was younger. I leaned a lot from this guy!

  • @aoscustoms2999
    @aoscustoms2999 Рік тому +42

    I was finally able to watch this and fully understand everything. Had to watch it 3 times, first time in January, second time in February, and now in June. They really do make it look so simple, it’s fascinating.

  • @YoureASquidYoureAKid
    @YoureASquidYoureAKid 4 роки тому +1239

    Larry is the Bob Ross version of a Framer.

    • @bac4998
      @bac4998 4 роки тому +11

      Yessss

    • @alienhexican8017
      @alienhexican8017 4 роки тому +80

      Bob Ross painted happy little trees. Larry makes happy little houses out of happy little trees.

    • @matthewdowning6955
      @matthewdowning6955 4 роки тому +17

      You stole the FUCK out of this comment

    • @wickedcoolname399
      @wickedcoolname399 4 роки тому +9

      Bob Ross copied everything from his teacher, Bill Alexander. Bill was the original TV painter and he taught Bob his wet-on-wet technique. But Bob basically stole Bill's style. "Happy little trees" and "all mighty mountains", etc were all Bill's. Look up The Magic of Oil Painting with Bill Alexander. You'll never look at Bob Ross the same again.

    • @joshduncan7081
      @joshduncan7081 4 роки тому +12

      @@wickedcoolname399 watched a doc where he gives Bill all the credit. He did however come up with quite a few of his own little tricks & techniques. Either way, it is all an oil copy of what God created. Thank God for all these fine people that have helped us.

  • @KM-cm1jp
    @KM-cm1jp Рік тому +4

    My brother, and I have been framing/working construction for almost a year now, and man that stuff is so much fun. I love my job.

  • @marmelinho3405
    @marmelinho3405 22 дні тому

    Fantastic. And no compressor, no nail gun, just good ol' hammer with a precise strike every time!

  • @jayframes4967
    @jayframes4967 2 роки тому +7

    Love you Larry Haun! I've been framing for 20 years, and what you did in the 80es , still true today

  • @bryanahl
    @bryanahl 3 роки тому +12

    The comments on this are priceless...the video is like 30-40 years old or more (?) and people have to chime about not meeting current code, odd building practices, not quality work. Houses built 6 years ago don't meet code, you can't compare this to 2020 construction. I have seen a lot of framing techniques, some I like and some I don't but they all got the job done. Larry was good at his craft, nuff said.

  • @coryturner9140
    @coryturner9140 4 роки тому +36

    Larry haun is a legend. I have yet to find a better teacher on UA-cam.

    • @BayAreaMCs
      @BayAreaMCs 4 роки тому +13

      Cory Turner Check out Essential Craftsman.

    • @WelshRabbit
      @WelshRabbit 4 роки тому +7

      @@BayAreaMCs Scott Wentworth (Essential Craftsman) and Larry Haun were cut from the same cloth -- both great craftsmen and both great teachers. PS: greetings from Alameda.

    • @niallcosgrove5596
      @niallcosgrove5596 4 роки тому +2

      @@WelshRabbit Robin clevett check him out also a marster

    • @WelshRabbit
      @WelshRabbit 4 роки тому +2

      @@niallcosgrove5596 Definitely!!! I am a fan of Skill Builders, too.

    • @PeteGaughenbaugh1
      @PeteGaughenbaugh1 3 роки тому +1

      I used to see a lot of finish work videos by Gary Katz. Another great teacher

  • @NomadicExpressions24
    @NomadicExpressions24 4 місяці тому +1

    My carpentry instructor and fine homebuilding introduced me to Mr Haun in the early 2000s. He is an amazing human.

  • @davidmckeown6849
    @davidmckeown6849 8 місяців тому +7

    I’m not a builder or a tradie , watching these two guys is like poetry. I’ve built a couple of decks and these videos have been invaluable. I’d love to have a go at building a house .

  • @user-vl2vm8ev6w
    @user-vl2vm8ev6w Місяць тому +1

    I was a Tradesman and then I joined the Canadian infantry and fought in Afghanistan and now I run my own small home renovation and Landscaping business.
    These two are very impressive tradesman. Absolutely spectacular. What an absolute phenomenal team, these two make.

  • @bravobravoh1344
    @bravobravoh1344 3 роки тому +11

    These old time carpenters were real jewels. I appreciate them a lot.

  • @11green11
    @11green11 2 роки тому +9

    So good! I remember watching this at the advent of youtube ! This is what the platform was supposed to embody 😎👍

  • @rezbonez8139
    @rezbonez8139 Рік тому +2

    Its so cool to watch old school video tapes

  • @jimmypadgett1460
    @jimmypadgett1460 3 роки тому +1

    Well Larry this is the first time I have seen your videos. Sorry you are not here to do more, but you are in heaven now so you can build my mansion when I get there. Thanks for what you did while you were here.

  • @user-yv9om5nq1d
    @user-yv9om5nq1d 4 роки тому +6

    Wow, thanks for sharing your intellectual property to the benefit of public. Not only the carpenter is legendary. This video is legendary and the book is too. It motivated me to build my house myself

  • @njreno1
    @njreno1 2 роки тому +5

    I have been a roofing contractor for 6 years and have not framed a house in about 16 years. Thanks to Larry, I am now motivated to buy a stack of lumber and build. My father's name is Larry and he is also one heck of a carpenter!

  • @MegaRawBerry
    @MegaRawBerry 2 роки тому +1

    Still the best video on UA-cam hands down

  • @cek347
    @cek347 Рік тому +5

    I first saw these videos in my high school Architecture class in the mid 90s. When I became a teacher myself, I found the videos and began to show them to my own students. I have my Architecture class build a scale model shed to understand framing, and we use Larry's teaching. Thanks for posting. For over 20 years I've heard my students say 2 ba 4 like Larry!

  • @commiecrusher
    @commiecrusher 3 роки тому +22

    Been in the home construction industry for 12 years and have yet to meet or see any framing crew that could even come close to this man's skill and quality. No wonder the older houses last so long

    • @carbuilder8728
      @carbuilder8728 2 роки тому

      Lol ur not a framer thats why dummy if you where there framing with a crew u would see fast ass framers

    • @carbuilder8728
      @carbuilder8728 2 роки тому

      And no..older houses are trash old school ballon framing is outdated dummy

    • @carbuilder8728
      @carbuilder8728 2 роки тому

      Thats like a sheetrock guy or a painter talking abaut a framing crew wtf do they know abaut framing if they dont even run a crew

    • @FreddysHamster
      @FreddysHamster Рік тому +1

      @@carbuilder8728 Lol. People can have more skill than one you know. Nobody is banned from commenting on anything else in the world besides their own 9-5 😄

  • @MediocreMillennial
    @MediocreMillennial Рік тому +2

    I am wildly incompetent at carpentry of any kind, yet find the sheer excellence of craftsmanship in this video to be endlessly fascinating. These guys make complex, skilled tasks look totally effortless - the sign of a true expert.

  • @lopaka76
    @lopaka76 Рік тому +1

    These videos were, and may still be, shared by an instructor at my union apprenticeship hall. It's been about 5 years since I left the union, and still enjoy this video.

  • @deadnthehead4557
    @deadnthehead4557 2 роки тому +5

    When he said a good & efficient carpenter can cut a square sill with out a level and tape measure...I swear I was ready for him to show us the worst out of square cut ever and go on to be like always measure twice cut once....sob just made it and went on about his day. Perfect cuts and I was left speechless. Dude is definitely a legend! I understand how he made the cuts but damn that still takes a lot of skill. Some people couldn't have made that cut with all of the best modern technology in the world.

  • @MadPropsMakes
    @MadPropsMakes 4 роки тому +66

    I've watched this video series like 20 times, its awesome!

  • @juanpabloflores2355
    @juanpabloflores2355 Рік тому +1

    Incredible work. I love the way his bro does no talking but working

  • @BaoNguyen-hw9eu
    @BaoNguyen-hw9eu 2 роки тому +2

    I wish this man can live forever.

  • @iggs67
    @iggs67 2 роки тому +15

    Too bad I'm finding these videos only now. I'm not a carpenter or a construction worker. I consider myself handy and enjoy watching videos like this. I have t say Larry is such a good and honest man, not to mention how skilled and professional he is. Pure joy watching it. Thank you Larry, RIP.

  • @osu895
    @osu895 3 роки тому +14

    It's amazing how he handles that hammer and Worm Drive like it's an extension of his arm. Wow.

  • @joeysimsim8374
    @joeysimsim8374 Рік тому +2

    i admire you guys being a good cutter on that circular saw

  • @mikmackup8000
    @mikmackup8000 Рік тому +2

    Am Ethiopian and I love architecture and wood work for this reasons I was watching Larry's wood framing and grand design. Due to this I can differentiate Larry's and kevins voice any time. I👂their voice even when think of them. My Legends

  • @lukaszkrela6734
    @lukaszkrela6734 2 роки тому +9

    I'm a professional carpenter and I really like those. Sure, we do a lot of things differently nowadays, but the essence of Larry's videos is timeless.

  • @alexrockas3704
    @alexrockas3704 2 роки тому +7

    We’ll late night UA-cam adventures has brought me to the bob ross of carpentry and I’m anything but upset about it

  • @RalphSampson...
    @RalphSampson... 2 роки тому +1

    I'm only 3 minutes into this video and I am already envious. I have developed, what I think must be, tennis elbow or a stress fracture. I can no longer swing a hammer. I hope I get over it soon. It's been 2 months and there are good days and bad days.
    Take care of yourself folks. Unfortunately, I don't really know how it happened. Maybe, because I haven't done any strength training in decades....?

  • @richardslater677
    @richardslater677 Рік тому +1

    That is pure poetry. Totally mesmerising.

  • @tradermunky1998
    @tradermunky1998 3 роки тому +3

    I can't stop watching, this dude is a God.

  • @chrisingram9798
    @chrisingram9798 4 роки тому +332

    These videos are like Martha Stewart for men! “Tuba four, tuba six, that’s the code”

    • @ihategoogle7292
      @ihategoogle7292 4 роки тому +1

      Build u1

    • @chefboiarby304
      @chefboiarby304 4 роки тому +1

      two before

    • @frank921rivera
      @frank921rivera 3 роки тому +1

      Lmao thats hilarious!!!!

    • @JerryMraz.
      @JerryMraz. 3 роки тому

      Looks like Larry may have been a Toyota man... he’s a God of the craft either way

    • @matsnygren1935
      @matsnygren1935 3 роки тому +1

      Underrated comment.
      In my mind its has a definate Southpark Vibe.
      Hilarious

  • @abbyarnold4477
    @abbyarnold4477 2 роки тому +1

    We should call him awesome larry . Video is very educational

  • @donaldgodide8740
    @donaldgodide8740 27 днів тому

    Not only does he explain about framing but also safety man this guy was a great teacher

  • @davidmotley4207
    @davidmotley4207 4 роки тому +11

    In last two days I watched Larry's three videos with his brother. I think he is very great person from the start as he showed willingness to teach his skill with love to what he does. Then, I saw his later videos as aged and still in love with his work and willing to contribute to needy people.

    • @johncano2594
      @johncano2594 3 роки тому +2

      I heard about Larry on the EssentialCraftsman on utube the about a two week's ago. Absolutely agreed Larry is the gold standard. I mentioned Larry to my youngest son an aspiring carpenter. He watched the three videos. I ordered Larry's book for my son. Honestly my son must have watched more than once because he sure remembers what Larry said when we laid out our common rafters on our shed project. Made me smile, guys like larry were my heros when I was an electrical apprentice. Larry is a gift. May he RIP.

  • @janjanssen6794
    @janjanssen6794 3 роки тому +24

    His enormous craftsmanship really surprised me. The speed and precision with which he works can be called stunning. I enjoyed this video, thanks for sharing.

  • @ngrnmck
    @ngrnmck 2 роки тому +1

    I have never watched this kind of video all the way through but this man is off the chain fast and precise.

  • @stealingtomorrowband
    @stealingtomorrowband Рік тому +1

    Would've been cool if Larry could have seen all the love and support drom his instructional video on the youtube...
    I've learned a ton from these videos...thanks Larry...

  • @Stefan_Kawalec
    @Stefan_Kawalec 4 роки тому +4

    I'm speechless. Both of them did a magnificent job. And driving that nails with one blow is impressive.

    • @donmcdougall4587
      @donmcdougall4587 2 роки тому +1

      Agree Stefan. So inspirational . His nailing is extraordinary!

  • @Dan.50
    @Dan.50 3 роки тому +3

    This man is amazing! He has the simplest most direct explanation of building stairs that I've ever seen on the internet.

    • @williammueller6109
      @williammueller6109 3 роки тому +2

      After I show someone how to make stairs, I always send them this video and tell them to get to the stair portion.

  • @rmp5s
    @rmp5s Рік тому +1

    Dude...this guy is a MACHINE with that circular saw!! Whoa!!

  • @cripticc0115
    @cripticc0115 3 роки тому +2

    I'm 19 and new to construction and this really helps me. Also already bought his book

  • @ajs96350
    @ajs96350 4 роки тому +3

    I've been doing this for 20 plus years and I enjoy watching Larry.