How To Use A Speed Square

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  • @TheExcellentLaborer
    @TheExcellentLaborer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Swanson Speed Square Bundle: tinyurl.com/y2dbx949
    ⏱TIMESTAMPS Below!
    0:00 Intro
    0:12 Right Angles
    0:32 Scribe Notches
    1:07 Layout Markings
    1:39 2x4 Wall Layout
    2:09 Common Rafter Plumb Lines
    4:21 Make A Birds Mouth
    5:11 The Diamond
    6:09 Hip-Val Rafter Plumb Lines
    6:46 Protractor
    7:13 Square Walls
    7:34 Find Roof Pitch
    8:38 Outro

    • @MichaelMantion
      @MichaelMantion ปีที่แล้ว

      @5:35 you said 45 degree you meant 90 degree

  • @Redhackle
    @Redhackle ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Your the first person to explain this and I actually understood it. Thank you .

  • @rhondaberg5644
    @rhondaberg5644 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I never realized how handy this tool was.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes there’s so many things you can do with it. Thanks for watching!

    • @billybowman3891
      @billybowman3891 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s not gonna do the dishes for you…

    • @Sam590ss
      @Sam590ss ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I watched my grandpa use one for years, whipped it around like a ninja, but never explained what he was doing with it. They're certainly pretty handy to have around!

    • @Sam590ss
      @Sam590ss ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry man, I bought a Milwaukee from Home Depot before I saw this video. But! I am a subscriber lol

  • @general5104
    @general5104 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've had one of these for at least 30 years, but I know very little about it. I just use it for laying out steel. I was a machinist for most of my life. We used a tri-square, but I was in my friend's welding shop and I saw his aluminum square and liked it. He told me where to get one. Until you told all that stuff on this video, I didn't know it existed before. ( I can build walls, bore holes for the wire and pull the wire in and hook it all up, but all the roof pitches, I left that up to the carpenters.)
    I knew the various other marks were there. I thought it might mean METRIC or something.
    Thanks for your video. I SUBBED

  • @Deeked
    @Deeked ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I've known for a very long time that these tools are extremely valuable in the right hands. I'm a commercial electrician that started in residential 35 years ago.
    Thank you so much for taking the time to show me the details.

  • @omar-qe6dy
    @omar-qe6dy ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for taking the time to explain something so simple, but so neccessary.

  • @deathunter25
    @deathunter25 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesomeness one of the beat tutorials I have ever seen on here

  • @caseyweaver9057
    @caseyweaver9057 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank You Josh for keeping it simple and to the point I learned alot because I was not bored to death with all the unneeded information

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for letting me know. I’m glad I could help you without boring you to death LOL. Stay tuned!

  • @markwhitton8785
    @markwhitton8785 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can I just say you explained the birdsmouth tail marking a million times better than any of the other 20 or so TH-camrs I watched earlier today 👍👍. Also, like the Ron Swanson brand 😊.

  • @notme8121
    @notme8121 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Holy cow I've been using squares all my life I didn't know most of that information! Thank you so much for the great information on video

  • @donfrank4429
    @donfrank4429 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks!

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much for your support!

    • @donfrank4429
      @donfrank4429 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @TheExcellentLaborer always good to brush up on using equipment

  • @aex-blacksmithuk2111
    @aex-blacksmithuk2111 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you, I learnt two things off your video. Cheers!

  • @dennisjohnson5131
    @dennisjohnson5131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm ready to build a shed and this video gave me the confidence to do what is needed. Thanks so much.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s great. I’m glad I could help you Dennis! Good luck on your project!

  • @naemonyoumans4975
    @naemonyoumans4975 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Josh I gain a abundant of knowledge from your video keep up the good work.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad I could help. Be sure to stay tuned for more!

  • @CarnivorePhil
    @CarnivorePhil ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m glad to see a refresher cause I’d forgotten how to use a few of the sets of numbers haha

  • @TheElevenBravo
    @TheElevenBravo ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love you Josh!
    I love your work, your humility, your passion for what you do and, obviously, your well-done videos(watch them every single day !)
    God bless you and your work, Josh!
    -I wish I had one tenth of your abilities,knowledge and skills!
    Much love and respect!
    ❤️💪👏👏👏👏

  • @Ranchpig67
    @Ranchpig67 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best use is a crosscut guide. Perfectly straight cut everytime!

  • @hootcompute
    @hootcompute 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Learning how to use the speed square will be very useful in some of my home projects. Helpful video, thanks very much.

  • @jess60901
    @jess60901 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Strictly Top-Shelf presentation & information--thank you, Josh. Please be well!

  • @gregr1672
    @gregr1672 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I don't understand why angles mess with my head so badly ! I like your explanation of the Diamond on the Speed Square though! I never really got what the extra markings on the speed square were for. I used to lay out quite a bit with a good framing square with the rafter tables on it. I worked for a very good independent carpenter as an assistant ,and eventually he sent me on jobs alone .Cutting in sky lights ,Building small window dormers ,crickets for chimneys ! In all of the work I did ,I never really grasped all of the capabilities of the speed square .Amazing what it is capable of. Nearly 66 years old now ,tons of houses,additions,dormers and almost anything you could imagine ,angles still mess with my head. Compound angles especially ! I am in the midst of building another intermodal wood shed and am torturing myself cutting birds mouth rafters and putting nice overhangs on shed all around instead of taking the easy way using rather ties plates etc. So thanks for your videos ! A young fella would be well served to learn the things your are teaching . I worked night shift as a welder fabricator repairman ,and did carpentry in the mornings assisting contractor friends .Due to layoffs through my life I always kept my hand in construction . Building skills put food on my table when there was very little or no other work and my saws and tools were best investment I ever made. Embrace the Trades

  • @paulh.7833
    @paulh.7833 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Worked a quick fence replacement recently and found that using the flat side and small lip is a quick and efficient way to line up slats on your saw to cut identical lengths. Meaning after my top board was marked for cutting, I stacked it on top of 2-3 more, using my 12" miter saw, and used the flat side and lip to perfectly line the end of the boards up.

    • @ralph3333
      @ralph3333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And a hammer works great 4 turning compost.🤪

  • @notme8121
    @notme8121 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's the first video of yours I've watched and I subscribed liked and saved it. I don't think I've ever done that on a video before. It's great to see smart people out there

  • @rochiellebevans1783
    @rochiellebevans1783 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You did an amazing job. Thank you.

  • @rochiellebevans1783
    @rochiellebevans1783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is amazing. I never used any of this stuff and i have 2 Speed Squares.

  • @fernandovelasquez7883
    @fernandovelasquez7883 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video and very good and clear instructions! Keep them good videos coming and appreciate you providing a world of knowledge! God bless my friend!

  • @jesusisalive3227
    @jesusisalive3227 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Unbelievably useful tool!

  • @Metal_seer
    @Metal_seer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review. Easy to understand. Thanks.

  • @johnmcguire5594
    @johnmcguire5594 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job young man thank you. Happy building.

  • @jeremyd1590
    @jeremyd1590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another fantastic and helpful video. Thanks man!

  • @roberto.peterson9917
    @roberto.peterson9917 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    there is so much information and speed functions built into
    all the squares most people don't know about or how
    there should be a a school class just about them
    is there a text book on how to use the different squares and how to use them

  • @jbourdier6824
    @jbourdier6824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very clear explanation, thanks

  • @kevenwoods3207
    @kevenwoods3207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey man great job ,Josh keep the videos coming I learned a lot your presentation was right on point

  • @bendugas8632
    @bendugas8632 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never knew this going to buy one and study it, I was dowing all framing using a 12 x 18 framing square thanks

  • @melvinw.quinene841
    @melvinw.quinene841 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this excellent tutorial,now I know what the line and diamond is for, a birds mouth 👍🏻

  • @seaknightvirchow8131
    @seaknightvirchow8131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You make things so clear.

  • @charleyhobgood1319
    @charleyhobgood1319 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks, Josh! Really appreciate it!

  • @robertarguello1115
    @robertarguello1115 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the tutorial Josh. 👍

  • @jbrise7560
    @jbrise7560 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very straightforward, thanks! 👍

  • @farooqsaeed6904
    @farooqsaeed6904 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just learn how to use it thanks bady for your nice useful knowledge.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m glad I could help you. Be sure to stay tuned for more!

  • @territodude
    @territodude ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff to brush up on thanks!

  • @notme8121
    @notme8121 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Okay now I get it, the string was blocking it and I wasn't sure which line of numbers to look at. But after reviewing it again I get it. Thanks

  • @redbyron10
    @redbyron10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to the point explanation

  • @kenmyers1324
    @kenmyers1324 ปีที่แล้ว

    I knew there was a reason my speed square came with a manual that's a half inch thick 😂 cheers 🍻

  • @framnerdan
    @framnerdan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I learnt something today! Thanks Josh.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for letting me know Amazing! I know you use a speed square daily

    • @framnerdan
      @framnerdan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly Josh I do not have one! I see others with them. I use a framing square. Did your windows show up?

  • @stanhudson2802
    @stanhudson2802 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a plumber, I like to do carpentry, and I didn’t know what half the things were……now I do, thanks. Never too old to learn.

  • @robertoarango5425
    @robertoarango5425 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just fell in love with you Josh 😂Great video. Thanks

  • @rolfhayman6482
    @rolfhayman6482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Josh you explained that so simple . Really nice to know

  • @KeithSader
    @KeithSader 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the review. I knew this stuff a long time ago, but disuse. Thanks again!

  • @Skipdogg15
    @Skipdogg15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They can also be make shift levels. Hold the long side on top of whatever your leveling and put a plumb bob in the pivot point, whenever it intersects 45 on the long side your level.

  • @X19-x5f
    @X19-x5f ปีที่แล้ว

    Lots of great info. Thanks for posting!

  • @angelcorrea1726
    @angelcorrea1726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man you have refreshed my mind well explained

  • @noahb.7838
    @noahb.7838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @ceaser6411
    @ceaser6411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative video and explained well thanks

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that. The speed square is an awesome tool once you learn how to use it. Good luck with your projects!

  • @sjfsr
    @sjfsr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I remember old packaging for speed squares having these tips on it. He was marking the angles upside down. Like where he said it was 25 degree line, he did it from the top so he removed 25 degrees from 90, which made it a 65 degree line.

  • @jiggacho
    @jiggacho ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Appreciate the knowledge.

  • @Manny-mq8gm
    @Manny-mq8gm 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great tutorial

  • @jhippl
    @jhippl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    right to the point and one of the best explanations ive seen. now i need to get a smaller one i got a huge one not knowing what i needed.

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yeah are used to have one of those but never used it. Definitely need to get the normal size one. I think there’s a link in the description to it. Thanks for watching!

    • @teddahrable
      @teddahrable ปีที่แล้ว

      @TheExcellentLaborer I use a 12" speed square for rafter framing. The 7" won't mark anything wider than a 2x6 without extra steps. That being said, there's been a 7" speed square in my pocket since 1986. And it's not a Johnson or a Swanson it's a flourescent-pink Empire because THAT one hasn't been stolen in 30 years. There weren't many around in my neck of the woods in the early '80's most people were using combination squares and framing squares. My first two aluminum ones lasted about 6 months each, and when I found this pink one in a brand-new box store (first time in a Home Depot), I thought ... "No self-respecting manly carpenter would steal this, it's too easy to recognize," and once I wrote my name on it, I knew it couldn't be erased!
      Thanks for the primer, I'm glad guys like our do this because I'm too old to play this making videos game.

  • @DoubleDoubleWithOnions
    @DoubleDoubleWithOnions 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good info. Thanks so much.

  • @darthsalinas5445
    @darthsalinas5445 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video sir. .✌️😎

  • @hajiothman4050
    @hajiothman4050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation. Thank you so much sir.

  • @fresnobassn744
    @fresnobassn744 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I understood everything u said Thanks 👍👍

  • @popsfoodboat4941
    @popsfoodboat4941 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Great job man but you forgot one of the most important. The the level. The speed square or so called triangle is dated all the way back to the pyramids. They used the speed square with a string and weight or what we call today a plumb bob to make things level. They place the long side of the triangle on the board to be leveled and hang the plumb bob from the top mark labeled pivot on the speed square triangle and when the string lined up with the center mark it was level.

    • @troycarpenter3675
      @troycarpenter3675 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🙄

    • @257796
      @257796 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      🤔

    • @badger519
      @badger519 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You mean plumb.

  • @chichidouglas5078
    @chichidouglas5078 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They come with a little book attached
    to it that explains how to use it and also has some basic rafter formulas and instructions

    • @paintilludrop
      @paintilludrop ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your point works, unless like me a new person to woodworking, was handed this in class, teacher just assume I knew how to work it.. only thing I knew was somehow it lined up straight across.
      I was able to watch this video, have basic info..67 year old first time working with wood.

  • @canadiantrucker9574
    @canadiantrucker9574 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ooooh, somebody got a new Christmas present

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Maybe LOL. I have owned a speed square since I’ve been 13. One of the best tools I have ever had! Thanks for watching man

    • @canadiantrucker9574
      @canadiantrucker9574 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought my first speed square a few months ago after watching an older video you did on speed squares. Absolutely wonderful tools. Thanks for the content

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s so cool man! Thanks for letting me know I helped you on your decision on getting a tool. I hope it serves you well.

  • @jasonrr9817
    @jasonrr9817 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is handy. Im a machinist that finds myself programming cnc machines for framing timbers and im the only one in the office with no construction background. But i still, as a metal and glass guy wonder how one scribes with a sharpie. One of many terms that overlap but mean something completely different 😆

  • @RCAFpolarexpress
    @RCAFpolarexpress 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding Informative video Sir Cheers

  • @roy.h.barrett
    @roy.h.barrett ปีที่แล้ว

    Good Stuff Josh. Thanks man!

  • @luisc7507
    @luisc7507 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nicely done.

  • @victorgalindo6201
    @victorgalindo6201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your information 👍

  • @S.C.S_Construction
    @S.C.S_Construction ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your channel great content

  • @MrDeleoco
    @MrDeleoco ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Learned much in 🕘 nine minutes... Valuable tool
    Thanks for the lesson 🙂

  • @0flyswatter0
    @0flyswatter0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Answers a bunch of questions.

  • @thepewplace1370
    @thepewplace1370 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I'd like to add that the depth of your birds mouth heel cut is important and people need to check their local codes for minimum and maximum depth. You can use the speed square, placing the pivot point at the bottom end of you plumb line, and mark the height of your heel cut, then use the perpendicular marker to make your seat cut mark. Alternately, with Swanson squares (and others modeled the same), you can use the diamond and line to index on your plumb line, place the pivot on the edge, and mark your seat line (again, check your local code and the material you're using as this will produce a specific height heel). I suspect you're about to talk about this in the next part of the video lol.

  • @tristanberg7575
    @tristanberg7575 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Helped alot

  • @dakota5440
    @dakota5440 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job again bud

  • @omgoddess7
    @omgoddess7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your explanation! 🔥🔥

  • @1977visa
    @1977visa ปีที่แล้ว

    They make different squares for different types of jobs as well. Like doing decks and handrails. Also. To find the long cut of an angle, mark the pivot point and then mark the common angle from the 90* pivot point, now just rotate to the common mark you made and that’s the long side of the angle.

  • @charleswulff3732
    @charleswulff3732 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, I thank you very much.

  • @outdoorzone
    @outdoorzone ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great stuff!!!

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I appreciate that! I hope it helps you out.

  • @durumbadiwe1171
    @durumbadiwe1171 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice one dude

  • @T.E.P.
    @T.E.P. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    super great explanation ... eager to see how the channel grows this year!

    • @TheExcellentLaborer
      @TheExcellentLaborer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      One video at a time. I’m excited people like my content. Thanks for subscribing!

  • @charlesjacksoniii8787
    @charlesjacksoniii8787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips.

  • @tristantaus4556
    @tristantaus4556 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got the same one thanks for video

  • @newageautotechnology
    @newageautotechnology ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. I'll go to home depot and get one.

  • @scottparrott6669
    @scottparrott6669 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you!

  • @teddyboy252
    @teddyboy252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good job

  • @morningstar4473
    @morningstar4473 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Job
    Thank you

  • @Roham
    @Roham 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I tried to sub but I'm already subbed!!

  • @shimxininahi8024
    @shimxininahi8024 ปีที่แล้ว

    Speed Square
    1/4" increments straight lines
    Layout scribing
    Common numbers plumb cuts for rafter tails use the pivot point
    common 6 for 6-12
    common 7 for 7-12
    Protractor
    Complimentry Angel from 90
    Birds mouth line flip the square and line up the Birds mouth line to where you want the birds mouth.
    Birds daimond flip the square and line up the daimond and pivot point at the top of the plumb line
    Slide the daimond down the plumb line until the pivot point intersect the bottom of the rafter
    Scribe the line which make the heel and seat cut for the birds mouth
    For Hip Roof
    Hip and Valley Top Cut 7-12 6:35
    Finding the pitch of a roof
    hook a plumb bob
    Use the rule side of the speed square,
    Slide Speed Square under the rafter till you line up the pivot point with the plumb bob
    Check where the plumb line crosses thru the common number reading 3 12 8:31.
    Josh you bring out the mystery behind the true use of the Speed Square which i always wanted to know!
    Thank You!!!

  • @chrismoody1342
    @chrismoody1342 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the number one functions for me is a saw guide for a square cross cut.

  • @Latransient
    @Latransient ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don’t forget that the ergonomic and aerodynamic design of the speed square also allows you to whiz it at coworkers in the midst of a blind fury.

  • @velezjose2932
    @velezjose2932 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great great video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @velcroman11
    @velcroman11 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I almost want to go out and buy a whole bunch of timber to try these thing out. Thinking🤔🤔 nah. Good video, would have liked to know these things before I retired.

  • @Ty-bz7zx
    @Ty-bz7zx ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff. thnx

  • @CarlWinter-oy8uf
    @CarlWinter-oy8uf 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is that small diamond mark on the speed square ---used for. ?--looks hollow ?

  • @ralphpomm4943
    @ralphpomm4943 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you 🙏

  • @bogdankovzan4900
    @bogdankovzan4900 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks 👍

  • @zippySquirrelface
    @zippySquirrelface ปีที่แล้ว

    You're the true MVP, you sacrificed thousands of dollars in lumber to show us a valuable lesson.

  • @roydodd4694
    @roydodd4694 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤❤it😊😊😊

  • @stevenlengyel9701
    @stevenlengyel9701 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Rafter cuts that my difficult issue, thanks