How to Build a Pitched Roof - Carpentry Training

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5 жыл бұрын

Robin is working on an extension, so we thought we'd shadow him for the day and see how he creates a pitched roof, or semi-pitched roof leading up to a flat roof that some viewers might recognise.
This pitched roof construction tutorial is brought to you by HiKOKI Powertools, which we used extensively on this project. Thanks HiKOKI!
Tools used in this video:
• Hikoki C3607DA Cordless Circular Saw
• Hikoki DV36DAX 36v Combi Drill
• Hikoki NR1890DC 18v Cordless Nailer
• Hikoki G3612DA 36v Angle Grinder
• Hikoki WH36DB 36v Impact Driver
• Hikoki CR36DA 36V Reciprocating Saw
• Hikoki C3610DRA 36V Compound Mitre Saw
• Hikoki WH36DB Cordless Impact Driver
Coming soon to Skill Builder, Robin looks at pitched roof types including mono pitched roof, single pitched roof, double pitched roof and a pitched roof extension.
Find out more - www.hikoki-powertools.co.uk
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@pelvi3a 4 жыл бұрын

Every apprentice deserves to be taught by someone like Robin, his knowledge and temperament is first class

@danielgoddard3418 3 жыл бұрын

Try finding an apprentice who has any interest in anything other than a mobile phone, PlayStation or hands in pockets.

@petermccarthy2367 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks, I have been researching "are skillion roofs more expensive?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Beybigail Nonpareil Breakthrough - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? It is a good one of a kind guide for discovering how to create better sheds and improve your woodworking minus the headache. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my neighbour got excellent success with it.

@rickjones5552 3 жыл бұрын

@@danielgoddard3418 ✊✌✊✊✊✊✌

@jamespatrick5827 3 жыл бұрын

@@danielgoddard3418 true but it goes both ways, you blame the apprentice for getting bored if all you is get him to do labour?

@davidelliott5843 3 жыл бұрын

When I was an engineering apprentice it was me who got called to braze anything. To me it was much like soldering but nobody wanted to do it. The mega skill was scraping white bearings. The top guys did it so fast. They look old fashioned but they cope with background vibration that frets rollers to death.

@timbrown7702 2 жыл бұрын

Having knowledge like this is the equivalent to a masters degree or a PHd. Absolutely superb.

@geraldjean8501 Жыл бұрын

We've been told working ten years in a skill trade is equivalent to Bachelor degree.

@JohncTrumpet 9 ай бұрын

It's PhD... lol

@JohncTrumpet 9 ай бұрын

Maybe a Bachelor's degree in film studies... It's a practical skill and shouldn't be compared to something like mathematics.

@Uxuh10 6 ай бұрын

@JohncTrumpet shut up you tosser

@judegraham463 2 жыл бұрын

really appreciate all these tricks of the trade, such as the way Robin worked out exactly how the rafter would be butting up against the 'ridge board', and also the point Roger brought home about how one needs to visualise the way the elements of a build come together, and how you should intuitively keep in mind all the 'give and take' in a job as you move along, and hopefully end up where you should be at the end.

@Oneness1618 4 жыл бұрын

it's nice to see intellectuals at work

@andrewhoward7200 4 жыл бұрын

I'm retired now but what I miss most is that banter, helps keep the old loaf sharp. Loved this video, someone once said theres nothing more relaxing than watching someone else work, well this is just the ticket, thanks.

@frankhornby6873 4 жыл бұрын

Andrew Howard ....yeah I'm a retired joiner....and loved watching Robin doing the stuff I once did ......loads of headwork required..now it's nice to chill...👍🏻☕️

@waynemoore9951 5 жыл бұрын

What a pleasure to see a TRUE craftsman at work, thoroughness, attention to detail and I only wish you could do mine up north

@phasedout6769 5 жыл бұрын

Robin works too fast for me to keep pace. But one things for sure he has nothing but passion for his trade. Whomever his apprentice is, is lucky to have someone like Robin to pass that passion and knowledge down to them.

@girlsdrinkfeck 5 жыл бұрын

@Andrew P people under estimate how much maths is involved in building,i was a roofer labourer/apprentice and the amount of equations formulas u gotta use to work out pitch and tile spacing and the lead flashing work to match the brick join along a chinmey on a pitch etc

@bigwilfybear5894 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a plasterer but I’d love to work for him and learn more skills

@anthonykinrade8642 2 жыл бұрын

Too much assumed.

@malr1975 Жыл бұрын

@@anthonykinrade8642 when you are a master craftsmen with experience... you can make assumptions and know the tolerances. Building is dynamic.

@Smitch2909 4 жыл бұрын

Just discovered this channel today and would like to say how grateful I am for Robin sharing his knowledge. It's very well filmed as well. I'm an architect and I'm going to share this with my office as I think it will really help everyone to remember how much we rely on our skilled contractors and that the lines on our screens are real bits of wood! Really fantastic.

@whatyousaidbud 2 жыл бұрын

Could you also tell everyone that a foundation drawing doesn't need anything apart from the foundation drawn on it, in 18yrs I've only had one drawing that didn't have a bed, dining table, pot plants, internal stud walls, toilet/sink/shower tray and even lights+light switches marked on it making it difficult to read, I've also had a drawing for an offset extension that had no measurement to tell me how offset it was, it also had no mention of a Well which was clearly capped and only 300mm from the foundation. Rant over.......sorry! 😄

@JimmyCogg 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Someone who confidently knows exactly what they're doing and can talk the talk! Genius! Love it!

@p4ult1 5 жыл бұрын

Robin knows his stuff, great to watch someone like that at work

@letsgocamping88 5 жыл бұрын

Just taken delivery of my roof timber. Perfect timing. Videos like these are absolute gold! More please

@mattknights274 5 жыл бұрын

Love all the skill builder stuff, but Robin is awsome, his skill and proficiency is mesmerizing

@blandandturner 5 жыл бұрын

Robin is simply brilliant. Really appreciate the opportunity to learn from someone like that.

@DPJOINERY 5 жыл бұрын

And this is why i never took Robin up on the challenge with him on a cut roof, i'd of still been getting my tools out of my van while he'd of been fixing the rafters in place 🤣 Robin your genius. Xx

@mmmbbop9351 4 жыл бұрын

DP joinery...do you use meaty nails or what? ;-)

@audigex 4 жыл бұрын

I’d still be picking the paint colour and air con option for my van by the time he finished

@JohnDerbyshireDigital 5 жыл бұрын

This video is absolute poetry - you deliver highly complex geometry in a way that can be learned in the real world. This video should be shown in every schoolroom for almost every subject - mathematics - geometry and algebra. Biology - Fibonacci and understanding number sequence in nature. Physics - the strength of the triangle on different materials and finally English - your stepping on process reflects many repetitive actions in poetry - brilliant!!!

@ukconstruction 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, that's a really kind and interesting point, it's funny when I was at school I really didn't value how useful maths and the like would be to me in my future, and if it wasnt for maths I wouldn't be where I am today, thank you for taking the time to comment and it really made me think!! All the best Robin Clevett

@markwoolridge7773 4 жыл бұрын

Been a carpenter/joiner for 25 years, working in both the workshop and on site. Competent in all aspects but unfortunately never done many traditional roofs (probably 1 a year). I really enjoy doing them and theres definitely a market in it because most joiners I know run a mile from them. I'd love spend a week working with Robin. Great videos👍👌

@tonyalways7174 4 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful framing. I salute your accuracy and attention to detail. The notch for the steel was above and beyond what most do. Hats off!

@frankhornby6873 4 жыл бұрын

Tony InAngus ....that's because he wanted the job to look like a joiner done it ....👍🏻

@tonyalways7174 4 жыл бұрын

Frank Byrne obviously if he was really a proper joiner he’d have his arse hanging out and leave a few McDonald’s wrappers wedged in the gaps but hey ho we can’t have it all.......

@indigo50003 5 жыл бұрын

I love these sort of videos, Mainly because non-tradies can actually see how much work and thinking goes into this sort of work! A +

@chehrenama463 4 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of your framing squar👍

@dutydruid9375 4 жыл бұрын

Real skill there. Ability to make things look simple but still leave the viewers behind. Class.

@paulround8501 5 жыл бұрын

I had a big wrap around extension done about 5 years ago and Robin did the roof. A really nice bloke and one of the best in the business, it was quite a complicated roof but he had it done in no time.

@marchanlon7746 5 жыл бұрын

Very skillful man Something lacking in a lot of trades now a days, taking pride in his work 👍

@rosco1024training 4 жыл бұрын

Pure genius. It has been an honor to learn from a 'master craftsman' who has turned his trade into a art form. Keep em coming.

@jeffyoung321 4 жыл бұрын

Very impressive craftsman. A pleasure to watch him working.

@agentbertram4769 5 жыл бұрын

I worked for 40years in engineering construction. (I was a controls engineer). This lad knows his stuff. I'd be happy to have him on any job.

@TheWaxChainFanClub 5 жыл бұрын

Fascinating stuff, lads. So satisfying to watch.

@andrewphillips4897 3 жыл бұрын

A well trained and disciplined carpenter works 'fast and easy' with methodology. I had a brother in law (my wife's brother who past on) who was an Ace General Motors Holden trained mechanic. I am a carpenter and I appreciate a well trained man. I used to watch him overhaul automatic and manual gear boxes, engines, differentials etc and it was like poetry, methodical. Everything went together. A carpenter should be the same.

@saxilbyjoe4325 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Brilliant craftsmanship. Thanks.

@MrAbdulhaq786 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to see pride being taken in what you do.

@canalboating 3 жыл бұрын

Robin is a true craftsman, excellent to watch and a nice sense of humour and manner , thanks for posting

@POUSEaroundtheHOUSE 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, great info, great work. Nice one!

@NanoCottage 5 жыл бұрын

This channel is awesome, thanks for everything you do. :)

@michaelprice2739 4 жыл бұрын

guys a genius, makes it all look so simple.

@derekt7606 5 жыл бұрын

British skill at its best. Could watch Robin working for hours.

@w4shep 3 жыл бұрын

I love all the info on dealing with the imperfections of the lumber! As a former journeyman electrician and current DIY'er I've only experience working with pipe and wires, which tend to be true to form. Thanks Robin for all the tips that take my projects to the next level. Much appreciated!

@Oggmiestergeneral 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one Robin... really appreciate you sharing some of your knowledge... 👍

@MrGlenfraser 5 жыл бұрын

Bloody ACE! Thats what I have been waiting to see now I have my Planning permission.... Thanks Roger(Batman) and the boy wonder Robin!

@davidhill431 3 жыл бұрын

I've watched this video about 5 times over the course of 2 years, pitching my own porch roof inbetween I'm finally starting to follow it all!

@roberttemple358 3 жыл бұрын

Robin shows the correct procedure and fixing methods. First class

@hardave17 5 жыл бұрын

Respect to you for leaving in the "mistake" which I call learning process and also the sheer amount of great engineering skill you display.

@trevorshardlow1986 4 жыл бұрын

I can muddle through most things but I take my hat off to Robin, what a difference education makes ( and a brain to start with )

@bikerchrisukk 5 жыл бұрын

It's very much one thing to have knowledge, but another thing to pass it on understandably. Robin and Roger do this brilliantly, well done lads 👍

@TheBuilderdad 5 жыл бұрын

BRILLIANT! Thanks from Colorado,USA

@madintheheid 10 ай бұрын

For me, the most valuable lessons from this and the previous vid I watched, featuring Dan's roofing square, is that we all make mistakes, even pros, and it's always the right thing to do in not rushing the job or the re-work, if needed. Thanks, folks.

@steve347ec 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing to see someone knows his trade inside out and absolutely love what they do. Loving your input on skill builder robin!

@TheLondonForever00 4 жыл бұрын

I've only ever known one master at this level in Carpentry and that's Alan Herd. Robin is a clever man. I get it but need to practice it. Tanks Robin this really helped.

@coreymcniel3390 2 жыл бұрын

Woodglut is nice for that.

@woodman8827 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Invaluable information. Thanks for sharing 👍👍

@peterbell4154 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Robin, When you said you had made a mistake with the roof light trimmer it brought back some memories of when I was an apprentice( yes I can remember back that far!) I was working with this old chap and I asked him if he ever makes mistakes and his reply was" No I only have errors of judgment" you make mistakes but you won't always you will learn like me to only have errors. He was a great skilled Carpenter and I did learn so much from him and his ways with words.

@pj8645 4 жыл бұрын

What a craftsman! Take a bow son 🙌🏻🔥

@kd2239 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant stuff. Love it.

@olrenison 5 жыл бұрын

Love watching you guys. Excellent stuff 😂👍

@philiphurdwell3443 5 жыл бұрын

Pleasure to watch you guys work, so sick of the disproportionate cheap sensationalism bad press that builders get, i think the TV companies are guilty of the crime they accuse builders of by taking up front payment, promising a good product and giving us as above. Always interested in roofs, love how they work, I always used the baby roofing square you talked about to find my hip and valley cuts but I was never at your skil level. By way of introduction I am a builder re trained as an architect at residential level, I'm proud to say that the additional training was bloody hard work and I have "done my time" on the shop floor so I can relate to you guys, I know all the f words and everything!! Great work

@koffibanan3099 4 жыл бұрын

Oh and lets not forget the camerawork/editing here, it's not easy to convey a project like this. Telling the story, showing how it's done and keeping it entertaining, while remaining focused and not too longwinded. There are plenty of examples how not to do it, but this is pure class! edit: yea, watched it yet again :)

@dan2uk1 5 жыл бұрын

Great videos guys love watching others and getting tips. I just love building stuff! Wife thinks I'm nuts!

@stevenelliott7663 5 жыл бұрын

Great to see some carpentry on the channel!! Keep up the good work guys!

@simonstones1918 5 жыл бұрын

Carpentry at this level, is a whole new level!

@IrishBoy 5 жыл бұрын

Precision cuttings and measurements! 👏👏👏👏

@yamato9790 2 жыл бұрын

This carpenter is an accurate legend Well, years of experience should make That way

@davidhill431 4 жыл бұрын

Such nice blokes, love the banter

@sepantoori286 5 жыл бұрын

Genius mate great wood works

@charlespax 5 жыл бұрын

I love that you made such a technical video. It will be a great reference for anyone doing such a project :-)

@nige1568 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant carpenter. Your cuts were perfect. The bird's mouths with the other notch to slip into rhe steel's flange were bang on. Loved watching your video Robin. I'm going to watch all your stuff!

@Stefano2856 5 жыл бұрын

You have taught me some interesting measurement and construction techniques. Thanks Robin from an Italian surveyor.

@ukconstruction 5 жыл бұрын

you are welcome Stefano

@richardfrost6473 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robin the way u explain makes total sense .Great experience .Great teacher

@yensabi 5 жыл бұрын

A real masterclass at setting a pitched roof Pure genius at work 👍

@ajs96350 5 жыл бұрын

He had a steel template and structure, that's an incredibly easy job to do.

@systemsky7921 4 жыл бұрын

This is the type of stuff that we should be learning in schools or at least have options for it.... Really interesting, don't get me wrong difficult to follow but keep at it and you'd definitely crack it. I'm electrical but find this stuff awesome to watch.

@keenangreen37 5 жыл бұрын

Nice tool set all Hikoki 👌🏽👍🏽

@RepairShop2022 2 жыл бұрын

Absolute legend . Hats off to you .

@richardhayden4499 5 жыл бұрын

This is an outstanding channel, great content, a little bit of site banter, I will definitely be watching this one again. Bravo to you guys, easily the best video so far (In my opinion). Keep the videos coming.

@GemmaVictoriaTaylor 3 жыл бұрын

Great learning tool. Also doesn't hurt that Robin's a very handsome fella to boot.

@jauncey_8643 3 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic, chap Robin is!

@victorrooks6327 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this,setting out roofs is no easy task,keep them coming

@jordanmoulding8002 5 жыл бұрын

Top work, like to see more of this 👍

@tomwhite6219 5 жыл бұрын

great to watch, made me smile!

@bobcougar77 3 жыл бұрын

Hikoki is the best! I've always loved Hikoki tools.

@DannyBizzle360 4 жыл бұрын

I just qualified as a carpenter a year ago. I would love to have someone on site with that wealth of knowledge to learn from. A true master. Such clear explanations

@frankhornby6873 4 жыл бұрын

Dan Burton ...yeah young apprentices would really learn the trade working with that guy....

@DMJ1978 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant service, these vids are.

@tomvincent5596 5 жыл бұрын

Love the video Robin. Picked up some great new tips and tricks. You have a great way of explaining things. I've cut a roof very similar to this and it took me a while to get my head round it as it was slightly different on one side. But you are so quick Haha. Hat of to you mate. Keep up the good work, Tom

@lalski08 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant video, you two are the dogs...

@SkillBuilder 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex 🐶🐶

@jackcameback 5 жыл бұрын

If I'm ever having any building / carpentry work done, I want these guys...................no question!!!

@xoulis13 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, but i wouldn't call Roger 😂

@murphyrp01 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching this. I doubt I will ever do it myself but marvel at the craftmanship

@dlamb2840 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome Robin. Its amazing watching you work! Absolute privilege to see you working. I’d happily work for you for free to learn from you. Thanks Ps Rogers pretty impressive as well. Cheers

@deanjohnstone6047 5 жыл бұрын

Top class a treat to watch thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

@caseykeyser3840 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robin.. you've shown me alot. Your a master in your field and your workmanship is like no other. Even though I live in America and have to get used to some of your English lingo lol. I've still learned so much.. as yall say .. cheers.. ;)

@klaeLIFE 3 жыл бұрын

Simply fantastic

@jamesd5206 5 жыл бұрын

Great job robin,nice and tidy

@jackmitchell20 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video guys.

@jimcoogan1529 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Learned a lot and Robin's passion and experience really showed through.

@ukconstruction 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim

@zedman442 5 жыл бұрын

The boy did good. So much passion. Would love to spend a year with the boy.

@johnlsullivan5180 5 жыл бұрын

Great video really interesting , just done my own kitchen roof and found tips from skill builder and Robin really helpful , my usual work is restoration stonework and brickwork but I'm interested in other people's projects .

@scruffyperfectionist 2 жыл бұрын

What a chap! Seems like a top roofer and also a good teacher

@wirelad1 5 жыл бұрын

Great guy Robin is.. Great job fella's... and the cameraman :-)

@ukconstruction 5 жыл бұрын

Dylan is not only a fabulous cameraman but a great edititor and more importantly he puts no pressure on us while he is with us and just seems to disappear so you can carry on working like you would without a camera trained on you! These videos would be nothing without his skills and experience and his relaxed style and people skills, big up to Dylan!!

@ewb69 5 жыл бұрын

Wow What a genuinely skilled man

@RpR_Makes 5 жыл бұрын

Robin you are a true craftsman it was a pleasure to watch you. I say this on every skill builder video i comment upon that i really wished you worked in Staffordshire and would do a loft conversion for me.

@ScottMProductions29 5 жыл бұрын

Hi gents always love the vids, I was always told if you haven’t got something good to say don’t say anything at all but I must be honest this one was more like how quickly robin can cut a roof than a tutorial,he’s one of the better chippies I’ve seen and I’ve learned a ton but remember less haste less mistakes.No disrespect. And looks another tool ad vid for hikoki tools. But all said and done I’ll look forward to the next one. 👍

@Thundercun7 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone else notice Roger cutting whilst holding the timber with his arm across the mitre saw? Then the next clip he's talking about how great the safety switch is so you can use it left handed easier... Did you get told off Roger?! 😂 Another great video, I love cutting in rooves, and this video has taught me a lot. Thanks again lads 👍👍

@SkillBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

I know that is a bad habit and I checked myself. It is an accident waiting to happen