How to Build LEGO Windows Using a S.N.O.T (Studs Not On Top) Technique

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5 жыл бұрын

In this video, I will share an example of How to Build LEGO Windows Using a S.N.O.T (Studs Not On Top) Technique.
This is a more advanced technique that can be applied to a variety of building techniques to create different looks not possible with a standard building method.
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@cazsbricks2223 5 жыл бұрын

Personally I would put the 1x8 plate over the modified bricks and attach the window frames to that and then put the 1x8 tile along the top of the windows so it would be in the centre of the final assembly. It will be better for my OCD too lol.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are correct. Ben H mentioned that too. That would be the correct thing to do. I would probably have realised it if I was building an actual building so was more in demonstration mode. But good catch.

@surelladasilva3647 Ай бұрын

Oh my GOD, JC I hope you are still reading ur comments. I have been so motivated, inspired, entertained, and learned so much from your channel! I have watched many many videos several times trying to get an understanding of SNOT techniques. I “understand “ the math but some of us need to see examples as well! Thank you so very much! 🎉🎉

@QuinnLytleFilms Жыл бұрын

Currently building a lego version of the tailor shop from kingsman. this was most helpful

@samuelturnerakabjornflamer8225 5 жыл бұрын

Ingenious! Can't wait to try it.

@BaronNate 5 жыл бұрын

I had never heard this term before. Thanks for explaining it very clearly. I've played with legos since I was 4 and I'm now 43. I understood the technique years before, but I had never watched a lego video before and therefore, never heard the term before. Again, great video. Very informative.

@jackpdbrickworld7986 5 жыл бұрын

very nice technique👍👍

@BrickBakery 5 жыл бұрын

This is a great technique and I like how it increases the possibilities with the reagular lego elements! I found your tutorial very informative and I liked that you underlined the math behind the SNOT technique - it's not something you think of! Great work JC - very informative! Thanks!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome! Thanks! I hate LEGO math... I hate math.

@cstedtler4964 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, great that you share this technic as well as other videos on your channel :).

@SmallBrickCity 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thank you.

@urshurakdieohnekanal9291 5 жыл бұрын

Perfect idea for the MOC I'm currently building! Thank you so much for explaining it so well!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome! Did you happen to come across this vid or did you search for a video on LEGO windows.

@deankelz29 9 ай бұрын

love the video i wouldnt be able to use the technique if i couldnt have the sides of the window symmetrical my ocd would go into overdrive lol ...i know this is a old video just found your channel tho...keep up the good work

@BricksOnly 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial! I am usually just too lazy to do SNOT windows, but you make it look so cool and so easy to do so I will try to do it more! Also congratulations on 5000!!!!!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@geobrix5496 5 жыл бұрын

Nice design

@Brick-Life 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for teaching us!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

u are welcome!

@DrMcBrick 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and very helpful. Thank you!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome and thank you!

@troublemakerbricks1706 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos . It's helping out slot.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Cool! Thanks!

@GalaGade2021 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks JC awesome tutorial again it does look better when you layering up the widows look great I do like a bit of arch windows style.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@quinnarmstrong3085 5 жыл бұрын

Cool video

@benheckendorn2696 5 жыл бұрын

Why didn't you use one plates each side? Maybe it would gives a nice look.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is right. Putting one plate on the left and tile on the right will center the windows better.

@ingridwinn9082 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. That looks awesome. Great for a better display window, office building,police station... possibilities are endless. Thanks. :D

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks!

@ValentinaToysReview 5 жыл бұрын

WOW - this is good :) I enjoyed it

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jackpetrella551 5 жыл бұрын

love the vid btw

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@cheemsdoge977 5 жыл бұрын

Wow

@skywarp2414 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@djt08031996 Жыл бұрын

I was building with snot connections and realized one end was offset by the thickness of a bracket's face from being able to connect the studs on each end to the other. Any suggestions for how to fix it?

@bricklegostar4935 5 жыл бұрын

You are my favourite MOC creator

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@tutspanga 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I've always wanted to build something like this. Perhaps later :)

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks!

@pellegobricks 5 жыл бұрын

First! Great vid.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jackpetrella551 5 жыл бұрын

hi what do you think I should do next?

@brickisland6353 5 жыл бұрын

You can use a technic brick, a 1x1 with a hole in it, you can attach a 1x1 plate to it, that's the way you can do inverted snot. Or you can use the headlight brick, there is a technique on how to do that in the set Horizon Express 10233.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is an alternative. I have had sets with a long technic brick and you can also put a technic connector with a stud. That will work to hold plates and tiles to for an alternative SNOT technic.

@maxclark3028 5 жыл бұрын

Love that technique. Can also be used for large window frames / door frames and other interesting things. Agree with the other commenters that it would like nicer centred, and probably with a 'window sill' of only 7 long instead of 8. But appreciate you're just showing the technique. It might also be worth exploring the use of the 1x1x1+2/3 modified brick with 2 studs on the side (part 32952 see brickset.com/parts/design-32952) to replace the 1x1x1 brick with one stud on the side and two small plates. This would reduce the brick count, give a more secure (2-SNOT) connection to the window frames, and reduce brick lines. I see you've used a similar technique on your mod to the Pet Shop Modular upper floor. BTW I think you could use the technique shown here on your mod to avoid partly obscuring the windows at the sides.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Max! Yes, the use of that 2/3 modified brick will add to the structural integrity. I will revisit the Pet Shop shortly.

@Felix_lego_Guy 5 жыл бұрын

😀👍

@ronvallance5425 5 жыл бұрын

Great video On one of recent videos you suggested building the stairs into the build. Is it possible to do a video on that.

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I can do better than that. As part of our 5000-subscriber special, we will be offering free building instructions for a mini house that will include this technique. Looks like we will hit 5k in a day :)

@ronvallance5425 5 жыл бұрын

That would be great."Thanks"

@ytbrickfilms1064 3 жыл бұрын

Altarnate title. How to make windows with snot

@user-vw4ye3fc3l 5 жыл бұрын

Hello! I agree with comment below about plate on the left side. BUT. Maybe it's better to use modified plates (1x2 with pin on the center)on the right. Also, to connect frame with this structure it's better to use modified bricks with technic hole on the right side, not column. That's how you can solve the problem without tiles on the ground/floor

@SmallBrickCity 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! I don't understand the modified plates with pin. I know which part you are referring too but am unsure about what the purpose is. The pin presses against the wall. Agreed with the technic bricks.

@jackpetrella551 5 жыл бұрын

in my city

@crypticabyss1013 4 жыл бұрын

Studs not on top sounds a lot better than S.N.O.T.

@SmallBrickCity 4 жыл бұрын

Haha agreed!

@ivanivonovich9863 4 жыл бұрын

Why not simply put a plate on the base of your window sub-model, a tile on the top, flip it on its side, and adjust the sub-model to fit an opening in the wall? That's how I do this. Saves all the brick/2 plates/brick nonsense. And I also save on special bricks!

@SmallBrickCity 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Then what is the stud connection of the window to the wall?