I LOVED this video!!! Not only did I learn but I highly appreciated that the content was: • well organized • well paced • clear specific verbiage • simple visuals • included only relevant information • tone, speech and delivery of instructor was captive • length of video was great Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
You. Have. Read. My. Mind. In a great way. I have lots of things I'm wanting to hang to use vertical space. Most are plants, which can get heavy. And most spots I can to hang them dont have joists. Its been driving me crazy having these projects unfinished. Ty! Perfect timing!
This is probably extreme overkill but when I hung my heavy bag and gymnastic rings for my home gym I used a 4x4 as blocking and screwed 6” lag bolts through the sides. Then I used through bolted some fairly thick eye bolts using large washers. So far it’s been pretty solid.
This video came at a great time when I’m going to hang a work light in my garage over my chop saw. It’s not heavy but I want to make sure it’s supported so it doesn’t come down on my head. I can’t see the numbers on my old saw so a light was really needed to get proper measurements. Great options for me, someone who doesn’t normally do this. Thanks!
Oh my gosh, thank you for this!!! Option 5 is exactly what I needed to see for our weird ceiling situation! (Drywall overlaying old plaster and lath, with a heavy chandelier being installed in between joists) This is fantastic!
One caveat about cutting the drywall and insetting the cleat: In a garage or a condo or apartment, the drywall is fire-rated, so you don't want to cut holes in it.
@@entltyq I dont think you watched the video fully... the "insetting cleat" option bores out the entire outline of the 2x4, which is 3.5" x however long you need... which could be 12-36" easily. That's not a little hole, AND some apartments do yearly inspections, which if they notice, will be a problem for you. Not to mention, you're perverting the integrity of the fire proofing. The purpose of 1-hr rated construction is in its name, in that it should provide you 1-hr of burn through time, to get out of the structure. If a fire occurs near the area that you bore out, and the fire is able to get through in 30 minutes, and someone dies... you could be held responsible due to negligence. Just because you don't own it, doesn't whisk away your responsibility.
How long has it been fire rated for? Like since what year? My dad’s Garage has a Large 4 x 16 Foot Shelf that hangs from the ceiling via Nails… who knows who thought that was a good idea, but as we were prepping the ceiling and walls to be painted, we also noticed that the drywall on the ceiling was also placed with nails?
I have an awesome idea for hanging multiple hanging plants and grow lights from the ceiling, but was sketchy on how to support the load. I started doing a search but couldn't seem to find the right wording to get the answer I was looking for. Your video was spot-on and answered all the questions I had about how to properly support my project. Thanks so much! I have subscribed and looking forward to seeing other videos in your playlists. 😎
A tip for fixing drywall if you cut where there's no backing: use drywall clips. They saved me when I replaced my bathroom fan and there was absolutely nothing to attach drywall to and no easy way to fix the ceiling from the attic. And a tip: if you drill into the ceiling and don't get sawdust, you're not drilling into a ceiling joist. I was hanging an antique lamp last week and my stud finder lied to me.
In my house I get wood chips or sawdust wherever I drill in the basement or first floor ceiling, those are filled with it for insulation and noise reduction, yey for old school construction!
How lucky am I to have found your channel! Thank you google! This was the best explanation, and you got right to the point. Great illustrations and organization of how information is presented. I also like the “better safe than sorry” approach. Very responsible. I’d say you must be a great carpenter but you’re also a great teacher as well.
I love how he explains everything. I’ve learned so much from him. I am ready to start adding more storage in my garage. I feel confident that I can do it.
Agree that the weight limits on some fasteners is too high, I never push those limits either. Was glad to hear you point that out. Thank you for another helpful video!
For my autistic sons swing, I put blocks, 3 on their side, screwed them together and through the joists on the end, then I put some particle board over the top so the load is spread not just on the screws holding the blocks but also across the top of the joists. I know I went overboard, watching that has made me realise that, but I’m happy too especially since my father in law told me I did it wrong at Christmas.
Also: I am not a carpenter like our friend here. Hell,. I worked on engines in the military, and then went to college to work on finance as a career. But I am a heavy DIYer, as I have spent years fixing up my own distressed foreclosure purchases that I have lived in. So here is what else I will add: Before you do anything else...right now...before you pull out your next power tool: learn to drywall. It is not hard. Once you learn, you can do it before you get any experience to get better at it (you just have to sand more at first). But once you have the confidence to cut open a wall, EVERYTHING you need to do becomes 100 times easier.
@@amberfrazier575 wait, belay my last. If the ceiling is popcorn, don't worry about smoothing it out after you patch the hole. Use the thing with a wet rag only if you have a smooth ceiling. If you have a popcorn ceiling, it isn't going to matter whether you're dollop of drywall mud is smooth.
I am really thankful for this video, it was so helpful and inspiring to me who was always curious about how a lot of things hang seamlessly in interior design, now I gotcha 🙏👍
Thank you for this brilliant explanation as I'm completely clueless. I have two children and we have hung swings indoors before but they were light and now they're older. We need an adult swing with heavy loads. We have a plasterboard ceiling so I'd love your advice. What's best as there is a specific space I'd like to make sure its robust and strong. Thanks so much.
Perfect, everything I needed to know. Figured that I needed (wanted) to do the blocking approach but wasn't sure the best way to attach (end screwing vs toenailing). Thanks for covering all the options with clear, comparative explanations and the guideline load numbers for each.
This was really helpful, I'm trying to mount a Monitor in my office and I don't want visible cabling so these options will definitely come in handy. Thank you!
A lot of newer construction utilizes I-joists or truss joists. How would you approach hanging, for example, a suspended storage rack in a garage with those types of joists?
We have concrete ceilings where I'm at, so for me, it's the usual dyna bolt or other similar expansion bolt designs. The biggest problem with this is hitting rebars that cause drill bits to warble to either side and cause oversized holes. This happens more often with larger holes like 10mm or so. You could use rebar cutting bits but I think they should be used as a last resort as they could weaken the ceiling structure.
I have a concrete ceiling beam- attached to a concrete ceiling. I want to put an 83x10x 1/2 thick wood plank on it. Can you please give me a suggestion on how to it?
Omg! So, I went to Walmart and picked up the screw and anchors that you show us, then bought a the long loop screw the carabiner. I had everything else except for the string, I’m intentionally not listening to you right now but I must have watched your video repeatedly 20 times! I live in a brand new apartment complex in Plymouth Massachusetts , you know, where we ran all the previously settled families from the their homes and businesses?? Plymouth Plantation? Well, I live 2 seconds from Plymouth Rock These apartments are all brand new so any damage is mine! I can’t even try to blame it on another tenant
Not sure why this showed up (I mean, I'm sure the internet is watching lol) bit this is indeed perfect. Mounting a pull down projector screen this week and this was so well explained, I feel much more confident I won't die from a falling beam 😅
This was super helpful. It’s all about finding the joists/studs, which I suck at even with all the tricks. When in doubt cutting out a big piece of drywall, locating the joist and patching it up when done is my go-to. If possible, I’ll install a small 2x4 piece around the perimeter of the hole so I can screw the piece back into place before patching it up. It’s a pain and leaves a mark, but it’s the safest.
Yeah Option #2 is definitely my favorite Method. I had to hang a ceiling fan and I wasn't comfortable until I found a Soild Joist stud to hang it from. 👷🏿
The fact that you had a mock ceiling was so awesome. Thank you for breaking things down so that even the beginner can understand! Your channel is awesome. Keep em coming
Hi, i am very impressed with your explanations that are lucid and on to the point. I would like to know, Can we be able to hang a bed from ceiling using method 3 ? If yes, how many such nails are sufficient to hang a bed along the mattress for regular use by a couple.
WOW! I have watched a trillion “helpful” construction/carpentry/etc videos and this one has got to be the most thoroughly explained that I have ever seen! This is TRULY helpful and I am so grateful I found you!!!!
Thank you, Lauren! I’m going to have a lot of stuff like this in my first online course later this year. Full builds that explain all sorts of carpentry concepts. 😄
I’m a learner/beginner and find your videos very helpful. 😊Sigh. I want to hang a “day bed swing” on my porch who’s ceiling slopes… I guess I’ll need to remove the panel to visualize what’s under it. Hopefully there’s something substantial enough to hang it from.
Look for the nails in the panel, Leann! That’s where the joists or rafters are. You can find the nails or screws with a magnet if you can’t see them. You should be able to hang from the framing just fine!
Will the bracing method work with engineered I-joists? Trying to figure out a way to hang gymnastics rings from the exposed ceiling in my basement. Thanks!
Can you please make a video series on simple budget friendly DIY projects with simple hand/power tools? How to make a table, chair, book shelf, TV stands, etc. You explain everything so vividly with real life experience, it's very easy and pleasant to listen to how you explain things anyone can easily follow. As a man normally I hate another man give me directions, however you have a cool way of explaining everything very clearly. Love your videos man, thank you for sharing these valuable videos. I learn so many new things about tools/way of doing a job pro style,etc... I thought I knew everything about. Turns out I know very little and feel enlightened after watching your videos. Appreciate you very much sir 🙏🏽
I ran into this problem recently! I ended up devising a solution similar to the threaded-rod option described in the video, but using giant lag screws driven in from below into a 4"x4" crossbeam spanning three rafter frames. I cut shallow dados into the crossbeam aligned with the three frames (an eighth of an inch deeper on the center dado) so the crossbeam would flex slightly under load and distribute the weight across all three roof frames.
Good video. Might I suggest when adding blocking. Feed a zip tie through the pilot hole to make it easier to spot. Since most attics don't have the best lighting.
This was very helpful to me right now because of a storage shed I had delivered. Funny thing though my new phone rotates too much and I viewed you upside down . Looked like you were hanging from your feet . Lol
I don't understand how another of the internet works and so I can't open many apps. And unless someone is within reaching distance I don't believe. Thank you my man . 😘
Can you hang a garage ceiling rack on the blocking? It seems my joists are too far apart for the kit I have. I was hoping to use one side on the existing studs and the other side using new blocking per your video. Not hanging anything super heavy on the rack, just bulky stuff, like coolers. I think it would work based on what you said. THANKS in advance. Keep up the good work.
Hi, I am looking to hang set of gymnastic rings in my basement ceiling where the joists are mere 1 inch thick and 10 inches apart. What would be the best way to do it and please suggest me right hardware for the same, if possible.
Thanks for the tips and info. I used the "add blocking in between the ceiling joists" to support a screw in hook to hang my bike in my utility room. I added two hooks and I can use it to do pullups at over 300ibs and it feels super strong.
You explained and gave visuals at every step!! You deserve a gold metal 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. This is literally the only video I found with great detail, education and no fluff. ’m purchasing and installing a heavy bag for my 10 year old in our home and was unsure of how to do it. I feel very confident after watching this. Thank you!! I just subscribed
I know this is a US market channel, but I wish you made a portion of this video for us european smucks! Our homes are made of brick walls and concrete, I was looking for some tips for hanging a heavy celling fan, but your walls are made of wood and paper of there so no use for people like me... Joking on the paper and wood, was a joke lol :D
After my framing was closed in, I had an idea where lights & fans would be hung plus wall mountings for TV's, cupboards, etc so I applied bracing beneath the wall covering. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been wanting to hang an 80 pound boxing body bag in our garage but wasn’t sure if the joist would hold, this video made me confident it will. Also Dewalt impact drills are the way to go, totally worth the money, plus Star Bits and screws to match. Love your channel!
I did a version of option 5 when installing hooks for a hanging chair. I wanted bolts and washers up top and hooks down below. I wasn’t prepared to rely on screw threads having to grip lumber.
You missed the idea of the "fan hangers" that can be pushed up through the hole for an octagon box and expanded to spike into the studs. Kind of like instant blocking.
what if your hanging from a truss built out of just 2 X 4's spanning over 40 feet. Ya know, like a 90's or later build? I always worried about screwing into the bottom of one of those to mount stuff because I worried it would lead to the truss sagging and other issues down the road
can you hang weights off of engineered joists? Heard bottom flange is not suitable for hanging weights that it can only be done hanging weights off of top flange.
I couldn’t access above the ceiling joists so had to cut an access hole. Rather than end screwing the blocking into the joist I suspended the blocking with deck joist hangers. Much easier and at least as strong as end screwing
Dude, this is the best video I've ever seen on hanging stuff from a ceiling. You are a master at explaining super useful techniques in a quick, complete way that makes it possible for amateurs like me to feel confident in considering all the options and knowing why and how to do a job a certain way. Creating the fake ceiling in your workshop to SHOW your work is genius. Btw, a few years ago I helped my daughter move into an apartment with limited space and needed a way to hang her bike in a closet with a plaster/lath ceiling. I eventually came up with something resembling the surface cleat idea. It worked, but I wish I had seen this video first to think about how/where to best install the cleat. I didn't think about installing it on a diagonal. Duh. That would have helped me. Next time I'll know! Thanks again!
I’ve often had to attach some blocking for an electrical box that will carry the weight of a ceiling fan rather than just a ceiling light. Good video as always
@@dwayne7356 Exactly! I wish it was standard for places where it is a reasonable probability. That would keep me out of those attic spaces, lying on my belly putting in blocking!
A ceiling fan is pretty heavy, and 2x4 blocking behind the original metal deep electrical box is cheap insurance. If you happen to have a bakelite/plastic box, I'd personally upgrade to a specific ceiling fan box with expandable metal struts.
Any extra notes for Wooden Engineered Joist I-Beams? Can you still fasten screws directly to their bottoms? How should you add blocking to them, by notching it and screwing it into the webbing? Some extra details on them would be nice as they are in a lot of new construction.
You explain things so clearly! I really enjoy your channel. Thank you for all your hard work.
Thank you, Neolithic! 😄
3/4 million subs, here we come!
I agree 100% with your comment "explain things so clearly" this is my favorite channel.
Agreed
I LOVED this video!!! Not only did I learn but I highly appreciated that the content was:
• well organized • well paced • clear specific verbiage • simple visuals
• included only relevant information
• tone, speech and delivery of instructor was captive
• length of video was great
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
🙏😄
You. Have. Read. My. Mind. In a great way. I have lots of things I'm wanting to hang to use vertical space. Most are plants, which can get heavy. And most spots I can to hang them dont have joists. Its been driving me crazy having these projects unfinished. Ty! Perfect timing!
Thanks Ros! I bet you can get away with just toggles for most of those plants. You can even hang wire from two toggles! 😄
This is probably extreme overkill but when I hung my heavy bag and gymnastic rings for my home gym I used a 4x4 as blocking and screwed 6” lag bolts through the sides. Then I used through bolted some fairly thick eye bolts using large washers. So far it’s been pretty solid.
In one thousand years, archaeologists are going to find that setup and be able to infer that there used to be a house around it.
This video came at a great time when I’m going to hang a work light in my garage over my chop saw. It’s not heavy but I want to make sure it’s supported so it doesn’t come down on my head. I can’t see the numbers on my old saw so a light was really needed to get proper measurements. Great options for me, someone who doesn’t normally do this. Thanks!
Oh my gosh, thank you for this!!! Option 5 is exactly what I needed to see for our weird ceiling situation! (Drywall overlaying old plaster and lath, with a heavy chandelier being installed in between joists) This is fantastic!
One caveat about cutting the drywall and insetting the cleat: In a garage or a condo or apartment, the drywall is fire-rated, so you don't want to cut holes in it.
You don't own it anyway. What isn't known won't hurt anyone. A small little hole that likely you will only make. Just being honest.
@@entltyq I dont think you watched the video fully... the "insetting cleat" option bores out the entire outline of the 2x4, which is 3.5" x however long you need... which could be 12-36" easily. That's not a little hole, AND some apartments do yearly inspections, which if they notice, will be a problem for you. Not to mention, you're perverting the integrity of the fire proofing. The purpose of 1-hr rated construction is in its name, in that it should provide you 1-hr of burn through time, to get out of the structure. If a fire occurs near the area that you bore out, and the fire is able to get through in 30 minutes, and someone dies... you could be held responsible due to negligence.
Just because you don't own it, doesn't whisk away your responsibility.
@@alexbishop5004 You're correct. I didn't know about those things before. Much appreciated.
How long has it been fire rated for? Like since what year? My dad’s Garage has a Large 4 x 16 Foot Shelf that hangs from the ceiling via Nails… who knows who thought that was a good idea, but as we were prepping the ceiling and walls to be painted, we also noticed that the drywall on the ceiling was also placed with nails?
I have an awesome idea for hanging multiple hanging plants and grow lights from the ceiling, but was sketchy on how to support the load. I started doing a search but couldn't seem to find the right wording to get the answer I was looking for. Your video was spot-on and answered all the questions I had about how to properly support my project. Thanks so much! I have subscribed and looking forward to seeing other videos in your playlists. 😎
A tip for fixing drywall if you cut where there's no backing: use drywall clips. They saved me when I replaced my bathroom fan and there was absolutely nothing to attach drywall to and no easy way to fix the ceiling from the attic.
And a tip: if you drill into the ceiling and don't get sawdust, you're not drilling into a ceiling joist. I was hanging an antique lamp last week and my stud finder lied to me.
Good advice, Lori!
Drywall clips are new to me. Thanks for mentioning them.
In my house I get wood chips or sawdust wherever I drill in the basement or first floor ceiling, those are filled with it for insulation and noise reduction, yey for old school construction!
I've used those before on a vertical fix, over some pipes. It's seamless if done right. You'll still need to use a copious amount of mud.
@@savageredbeard Molding would look nice on a ceiling to cover up any imperfections.
I only have one hard and fast rule when hanging things from the ceiling... “Let me do it!”
Only way to be safe 😆
How lucky am I to have found your channel! Thank you google! This was the best explanation, and you got right to the point. Great illustrations and organization of how information is presented. I also like the “better safe than sorry” approach. Very responsible.
I’d say you must be a great carpenter but you’re also a great teacher as well.
Thank you! 😄
You are giving all this info away for free. Thank yoooouuuuu!!!!!
I love how he explains everything. I’ve learned so much from him. I am ready to start adding more storage in my garage. I feel confident that I can do it.
Thank you, Andrea!
Thank you Honest Carpenter!
I've been thinking about adding a ceiling-mounted pots and pans rack in my kitchen - this video will definitely come in handy!
Agree that the weight limits on some fasteners is too high, I never push those limits either. Was glad to hear you point that out.
Thank you for another helpful video!
You’re welcome, Susan! Thank you 😄
For my autistic sons swing, I put blocks, 3 on their side, screwed them together and through the joists on the end, then I put some particle board over the top so the load is spread not just on the screws holding the blocks but also across the top of the joists.
I know I went overboard, watching that has made me realise that, but I’m happy too especially since my father in law told me I did it wrong at Christmas.
I go overboard with just about everything, rather have too much support than not enough.
What does your son being autistic have to do with anything?
@@HaggisMuncher-y2u because the swing is part of his therapy, it’s a particular autistic indoor swing, so it alludes to the kind of swing that I hung.
Also:
I am not a carpenter like our friend here. Hell,. I worked on engines in the military, and then went to college to work on finance as a career. But I am a heavy DIYer, as I have spent years fixing up my own distressed foreclosure purchases that I have lived in. So here is what else I will add:
Before you do anything else...right now...before you pull out your next power tool: learn to drywall. It is not hard. Once you learn, you can do it before you get any experience to get better at it (you just have to sand more at first). But once you have the confidence to cut open a wall, EVERYTHING you need to do becomes 100 times easier.
How do you hang a butterfly anchor from the ceiling with ceiling heat, I’m a renter I can’t afford to drill through the wire.
@@amberfrazier575 wait, belay my last. If the ceiling is popcorn, don't worry about smoothing it out after you patch the hole. Use the thing with a wet rag only if you have a smooth ceiling. If you have a popcorn ceiling, it isn't going to matter whether you're dollop of drywall mud is smooth.
I am really thankful for this video, it was so helpful and inspiring to me who was always curious about how a lot of things hang seamlessly in interior design, now I gotcha 🙏👍
Another Excellent Verbal and Visual Demonstrations!!!
Thank you for this brilliant explanation as I'm completely clueless. I have two children and we have hung swings indoors before but they were light and now they're older. We need an adult swing with heavy loads. We have a plasterboard ceiling so I'd love your advice. What's best as there is a specific space I'd like to make sure its robust and strong. Thanks so much.
Perfect, everything I needed to know. Figured that I needed (wanted) to do the blocking approach but wasn't sure the best way to attach (end screwing vs toenailing). Thanks for covering all the options with clear, comparative explanations and the guideline load numbers for each.
This was really helpful, I'm trying to mount a Monitor in my office and I don't want visible cabling so these options will definitely come in handy. Thank you!
A lot of newer construction utilizes I-joists or truss joists. How would you approach hanging, for example, a suspended storage rack in a garage with those types of joists?
Always solid straight to the point honest tips! Appreciate you buddy!!
Thank you! Super helpful information!
We have concrete ceilings where I'm at, so for me, it's the usual dyna bolt or other similar expansion bolt designs. The biggest problem with this is hitting rebars that cause drill bits to warble to either side and cause oversized holes. This happens more often with larger holes like 10mm or so. You could use rebar cutting bits but I think they should be used as a last resort as they could weaken the ceiling structure.
Do you use chemical anchors?
I have a concrete ceiling beam- attached to a concrete ceiling.
I want to put an 83x10x 1/2 thick wood plank on it. Can you please give me a suggestion on how to it?
Thanks! Exactly the information I was looking for!
Great to hear, String Theory! 😄
Omg! So, I went to Walmart and picked up the screw and anchors that you show us, then bought a the long loop screw the carabiner. I had everything else except for the string, I’m intentionally not listening to you right now but I must have watched your video repeatedly 20 times! I live in a brand new apartment complex in Plymouth Massachusetts , you know, where we ran all the previously settled families from the their homes and businesses?? Plymouth Plantation? Well, I live 2 seconds from Plymouth Rock
These apartments are all brand new so any damage is mine! I can’t even try to blame it on another tenant
Where are my manners. Thank you for making this video and sharing it with your admirers! 🙏🙏🙌🙏🙏
2 options I didn’t know, or think of!!! Great content, truly thx!!!
Excellent and clearly laid out. Thanks!
Not sure why this showed up (I mean, I'm sure the internet is watching lol) bit this is indeed perfect. Mounting a pull down projector screen this week and this was so well explained, I feel much more confident I won't die from a falling beam 😅
This was super helpful. It’s all about finding the joists/studs, which I suck at even with all the tricks. When in doubt cutting out a big piece of drywall, locating the joist and patching it up when done is my go-to. If possible, I’ll install a small 2x4 piece around the perimeter of the hole so I can screw the piece back into place before patching it up. It’s a pain and leaves a mark, but it’s the safest.
I like using metal corner braces when attaching beams perpendicularly. The 15-degrees bolts are probably ok though.
Thank you! Exactly the kind of information I was looking for.
Yeah Option #2 is definitely my favorite Method. I had to hang a ceiling fan and I wasn't comfortable until I found a Soild Joist stud to hang it from. 👷🏿
That’s how I always feel, W!
🙋♂️THANKS ETHAN ,WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR EFFORTS TO HELP OTHERS WITH PROJECTS, in an easily understood way 🤔 GLAD TO SEE YOU HANGING IN THERE 😁👍💚💚💚
The fact that you had a mock ceiling was so awesome. Thank you for breaking things down so that even the beginner can understand! Your channel is awesome. Keep em coming
Great video and excellent advice! Thanks!
Thank you, Bill!
Second that
Hi, i am very impressed with your explanations that are lucid and on to the point. I would like to know, Can we be able to hang a bed from ceiling using method 3 ? If yes, how many such nails are sufficient to hang a bed along the mattress for regular use by a couple.
WOW! I have watched a trillion “helpful” construction/carpentry/etc videos and this one has got to be the most thoroughly explained that I have ever seen! This is TRULY helpful and I am so grateful I found you!!!!
Thank you, Lauren! I’m going to have a lot of stuff like this in my first online course later this year. Full builds that explain all sorts of carpentry concepts. 😄
I’m a learner/beginner and find your videos very helpful. 😊Sigh. I want to hang a “day bed swing” on my porch who’s ceiling slopes… I guess I’ll need to remove the panel to visualize what’s under it. Hopefully there’s something substantial enough to hang it from.
Look for the nails in the panel, Leann! That’s where the joists or rafters are. You can find the nails or screws with a magnet if you can’t see them. You should be able to hang from the framing just fine!
Thanks for your time/effort Ethan. *God bless.*
Great information. Thanks. Why no mention of that great tip to screw in hangers with a hammer min 6:00 it's really cool.
Joist hangers could also work if you can't access from above or don't want to toenail.
Will the bracing method work with engineered I-joists? Trying to figure out a way to hang gymnastics rings from the exposed ceiling in my basement. Thanks!
option 5 just came in handy
Thank you! This was extremely helpful!
Can you please make a video series on simple budget friendly DIY projects with simple hand/power tools?
How to make a table, chair, book shelf, TV stands, etc. You explain everything so vividly with real life experience, it's very easy and pleasant to listen to how you explain things anyone can easily follow. As a man normally I hate another man give me directions, however you have a cool way of explaining everything very clearly. Love your videos man, thank you for sharing these valuable videos. I learn so many new things about tools/way of doing a job pro style,etc... I thought I knew everything about. Turns out I know very little and feel enlightened after watching your videos. Appreciate you very much sir 🙏🏽
If you are too stupid to search youtube for these kinds of things, you are probably too stupid to build them.
I ran into this problem recently!
I ended up devising a solution similar to the threaded-rod option described in the video, but using giant lag screws driven in from below into a 4"x4" crossbeam spanning three rafter frames.
I cut shallow dados into the crossbeam aligned with the three frames (an eighth of an inch deeper on the center dado) so the crossbeam would flex slightly under load and distribute the weight across all three roof frames.
I agree. I always try to keep my fasteners in wood. 😊
Thanks for this. Great ideas.
I have hung a lot of my stained glass lampshades.
I endorse this video - completely!
Good video. Might I suggest when adding blocking. Feed a zip tie through the pilot hole to make it easier to spot. Since most attics don't have the best lighting.
The last 2 minutes of the video had some stuff that I hadn't seen before. 👍
That’s great to hear, Jeff! 😄
What about using a long toggle bolt to attach the metal part of the toggle bolt on the other side of the joist?
Perfect! Thanks so much. I’ve been wanting to hang a pot rack but not sure how to begin. I forgot how the joists run. Thank you.
Pot racks are great for joist hanging! Some of these cast irons weigh as much as people 😆
@@TheHonestCarpenter At 81 I’m probably not supposed to be on a ladder but gonna do it anyway! Fingers crossed. Thanks again.
This was very helpful to me right now because of a storage shed I had delivered. Funny thing though my new phone rotates too much and I viewed you upside down . Looked like you were hanging from your feet . Lol
I don't understand how another of the internet works and so I can't open many apps. And unless someone is within reaching distance I don't believe. Thank you my man . 😘
Excellent video! Thanks man
I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for the info.
Nice review of all methods. Thanks.
Very helpful and thorough video. Thank you!
What size/type of screws do you suggest for fastening blocking to ceiling joists?
I wish I would have found this video just a few minutes ago before making a huge hole in my drywall ceiling.
Can you hang a garage ceiling rack on the blocking? It seems my joists are too far apart for the kit I have. I was hoping to use one side on the existing studs and the other side using new blocking per your video. Not hanging anything super heavy on the rack, just bulky stuff, like coolers. I think it would work based on what you said. THANKS in advance. Keep up the good work.
very good information ! thanks !
Well done bro.... You've got a new subscriber
Hi, I am looking to hang set of gymnastic rings in my basement ceiling where the joists are mere 1 inch thick and 10 inches apart. What would be the best way to do it and please suggest me right hardware for the same, if possible.
Thanks for the tips and info. I used the "add blocking in between the ceiling joists" to support a screw in hook to hang my bike in my utility room. I added two hooks and I can use it to do pullups at over 300ibs and it feels super strong.
I'm just impressed that you can do a pull-up at over 300 pounds. I'm not a girly man but no way I can pull my fat ass up.
You're over 300 lbs and you can do a pull up?? ....I'm over 70 years old and I can run a mile in under 4 minutes.
@@kimstockdale632 thats super impressive
You explained and gave visuals at every step!! You deserve a gold metal 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. This is literally the only video I found with great detail, education and no fluff. ’m purchasing and installing a heavy bag for my 10 year old in our home and was unsure of how to do it. I feel very confident after watching this. Thank you!! I just subscribed
Absolutely loved the clear instructions with the demos. Thank you so much for making this video!
I know this is a US market channel, but I wish you made a portion of this video for us european smucks! Our homes are made of brick walls and concrete, I was looking for some tips for hanging a heavy celling fan, but your walls are made of wood and paper of there so no use for people like me... Joking on the paper and wood, was a joke lol :D
After my framing was closed in, I had an idea where lights & fans would be hung plus wall mountings for TV's, cupboards, etc so I applied bracing beneath the wall covering. Thanks for the video.
What is the strongest and most durable ceiling material? Is gypsum ceiling strong enough?
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been wanting to hang an 80 pound boxing body bag in our garage but wasn’t sure if the joist would hold, this video made me confident it will. Also Dewalt impact drills are the way to go, totally worth the money, plus Star Bits and screws to match. Love your channel!
I'm putting up a punching bag too and I was nervous about the same thing
Amazing video , thanks a lot
Thanks for sharing those tips and the make!
You’re welcome, Hassan!
Great as always Ethan....Thanks
I did a version of option 5 when installing hooks for a hanging chair. I wanted bolts and washers up top and hooks down below. I wasn’t prepared to rely on screw threads having to grip lumber.
Another great video. I like that you explain things in a systematic way with many examples. The pace is also very good.
Thank you, Tommy! I appreciate the feedback!
Great video -thank you!
You missed the idea of the "fan hangers" that can be pushed up through the hole for an octagon box and expanded to spike into the studs. Kind of like instant blocking.
what if your hanging from a truss built out of just 2 X 4's spanning over 40 feet. Ya know, like a 90's or later build? I always worried about screwing into the bottom of one of those to mount stuff because I worried it would lead to the truss sagging and other issues down the road
Super helpful, thank you.
"That way you can hang almost your whole bodyweight on it"
"Laughing in german....and mounting a bed under the concrete wall ceiling.... "
can you hang weights off of engineered joists? Heard bottom flange is not suitable for hanging weights that it can only be done hanging weights off of top flange.
Super helpful!
I couldn’t access above the ceiling joists so had to cut an access hole. Rather than end screwing the blocking into the joist I suspended the blocking with deck joist hangers. Much easier and at least as strong as end screwing
Great idea, Michael!!
That's awesome! Thank you.!
Thanks Linda! 😄
Very informative. Thank you. I need swing hung and I really enjoyed your video.
Dude, this is the best video I've ever seen on hanging stuff from a ceiling. You are a master at explaining super useful techniques in a quick, complete way that makes it possible for amateurs like me to feel confident in considering all the options and knowing why and how to do a job a certain way. Creating the fake ceiling in your workshop to SHOW your work is genius.
Btw, a few years ago I helped my daughter move into an apartment with limited space and needed a way to hang her bike in a closet with a plaster/lath ceiling. I eventually came up with something resembling the surface cleat idea. It worked, but I wish I had seen this video first to think about how/where to best install the cleat. I didn't think about installing it on a diagonal. Duh. That would have helped me. Next time I'll know!
Thanks again!
That’s awesome to hear, Alan! I really appreciate the positive feedback. Thank you for watching and writing in! 😄
I’ve often had to attach some blocking for an electrical box that will carry the weight of a ceiling fan rather than just a ceiling light. Good video as always
You never know what future light fixture or fan will be placed on that box later.
@@dwayne7356 Exactly! I wish it was standard for places where it is a reasonable probability. That would keep me out of those attic spaces, lying on my belly putting in blocking!
All good stuff. Never new about notching drywall to make a board more flush....filing that away for future use
Hi, please advise how to add correct fastners to brick/concrete ceiling
A ceiling fan is pretty heavy, and 2x4 blocking behind the original metal deep electrical box is cheap insurance.
If you happen to have a bakelite/plastic box, I'd personally upgrade to a specific ceiling fan box with expandable metal struts.
Is it possible to hang a hammock chair off a steel framed house?
great video, sadly I'm trying to find one for concrete ceilings and walls, do you have anything along those lines?
Any extra notes for Wooden Engineered Joist I-Beams? Can you still fasten screws directly to their bottoms? How should you add blocking to them, by notching it and screwing it into the webbing? Some extra details on them would be nice as they are in a lot of new construction.
I used option 2 for a hammock chair. Is this okay? We made sure that we were in the center of the joist.
Thank you for you video very understandable.
Very useful. Thanks.