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Robin’s Rafter Template – Carpentry Life Hack
Robin proudly shows off one of his favourite carpenter hack techniques with his rafter template tutorial.
Read More »How to Build a Pitched Roof – Carpentry Training
Robin is working on an extension, so we thought we'd see how to build a pitched roof leading up to a flat roof that some viewers might recognise.
Read More »Outdoor Kitchen Roof Build: Pro Techniques for a Hipped Roof
Buy Dan’s Roofing Square here π π https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk Essential Hinge Jig π https://benchdogs.co.uk/collections/benchdog-tools-and-dan-cox _______________________________ In this hands-on carpentry session, the crew takes on the challenge of constructing a hipped roof over a stylish outdoor bar areaβan increasingly popular feature in modern backyard makeovers. This video dives deep into the techniques, tools, and trade secrets that ensure structural precision and aesthetic …
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Read More »Expert Tips for Using Your Router Like a Pro
In the realm of woodworking, routers are the unsung heroes, quietly but robustly shaping our world in ways few laymen could fathom. Dan Cox shares some handy router tips.
Read More »Building Craft Boost – Achieve Excellence
The Building Crafts College has a long tradition of delivering high-quality education training in building crafts and building conservation. The emphasis of the work is to give all students the opportunity to reach their full potential and the expectations of the students are high.
Read More »Avoid a Life of Knee-dless Pain! | Toughbuilt Knee Pads
Toughbuilt Knee Pads Innovation - Knee pads are an essential piece of protective gear in many trades, particularly those that require extended periods of kneeling or working on hard surfaces. In professions such as construction, plumbing, flooring, and carpentry, workers often spend significant time on their knees, which can lead to chronic knee pain and long-term damage if proper protection is not used. "When you check out a ToughBuilt (Knee Pads) product, you'll probably think: I wish I'd thought of that. In a way, you did. Because before we start designing, we spend hours watching hard working professionals like you at work. Then we figure out how to make your life work easier, better, faster."
Read More »This Young Apprentice Will Make Your Brain Hurt
Roger visits Eliot at the Building Crafts College in Stratford.
Read More »We Were Gobsmacked by This Young Carpenter
Thanks to Eliot: https://www.instagram.com/ejd_carpentry Thanks to MTwo: https://www.instagram.com/mtwobuildingservices Dan Cox is working with Rob & Scott from MTwo Building Services and a new young apprentice carpenter, Eliot. SHOPPING LINKS π Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk π Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr π Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y π Dead On Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B π Swanson 7-inch Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3jigG5M
Read More »The Saw Horse – An Apprentice Carpenter Test
When I was at college, they said to me, the first thing you need as a carpenter is a saw horse or single bevel trestle. I want you to do it yourselves. It's thoroughly enjoyable.
Read More »Unwanted Tools to Help Change Lives – Tools for Africa
Following the launch of RGB Building Suppliesβ Tools for Africa appeal in January, the builders merchant is thanking trades and the community for helping to donate 15 bulk bags full of preloved tools which have been passed to South West-based charity Amigos.
Read More »6 Roofing Squares Compared – Which is the Best?
6 Roofing Squares compared and explained by Roger Bisby. Give us your opinion and complete the survey at the end. Roger shows you all of the different tools used by carpenters for calculating roof pitch.
Read More »How to Saw Wood Like a Pro! Robin Clevett Tutorial
Do you know how to saw wood and get a nice crisp perfect edge? Robin Clevett shares his wood sawing expertise gathered from his 30 years of joinery.
Read More »Roofus, Roof Construction Made Simple – KB#6
The Roofus square carpentry tool, a game-changing product for carpentry, steel fabrication and roof construction. The movable ruler can be positioned at any angle, allowing for vertical and horizontal levelling.
Read More »How to Create a Scarf Joint like a Pro with Robin
Robin loves a scarf joint and in this video, he shows you how to create a scarf joint using his new Hikoki 36v cordless circular saw.
Read More »How to Install Interior Doors – Robin’s Step by Step
This video shows you how to install an interior door that is not prehung and quite a tricky DIY door install.
Read More »Fitting Door Trims, Architraves & Skirting Boards
Robin has moved on to the door trims, architraves and skirting baseboard. As usual, he has his own methods for getting it all in neatly.
Read More »How to Fit Door Frame Lining – Fitting Tricks
Robin's back with another carpentry tutorial. This is the first part of a series of three and it's how to fit interior doors, part one is the door lining.
Read More »#7 ~ How to Find a Good Builder
It's hard to track down a good builder, in this episode, we offer some solutions beyond the usual first port of call for most people which are the trades recommendation websites.
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