Step-Off Method | Beginner Rafter Layout

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In today's video we are learning about the Step-off method, which is a great method to learn from. The step-off method using a framing square along with a few framing jigs (I like the use one's from Squi Jig --- bit.ly/3sUansm). We cover a lot of information, so if you need help, just let me know.
0:00 Intro & Four Main Layout Methods
0:29 Theoretical & Actual Rafter Length
1:53 Step-Off Method
5:53 Birds Mouth Layout
7:01 1/3 Rule
7:30 Overhang Layout
9:00 Ridge cut adjustment
9:58 Final fit & Outro
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@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

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@purejoymaina5636 Жыл бұрын

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@Jay-mo6re 2 жыл бұрын

Alright, I am assuming this video only gets 3,655 views is just because it is hot from the oven; published on Nov 7th and I am watching it at 12:00 AM on Nov 8th. I really like and appreciate the effort you do to help us understand. Stay tuned.

@Jay-mo6re 2 жыл бұрын

@Training Hands Academy Hi, Josh. I tried to apply the Pythagorean Theorem while following along when you do the sample of Span of 4 foot, Unit run of 12 inches, Unite rise of 7 inches. √193 I got 13.89 inches for the Unit Length (something I learned from the previous video.) And you would need 2 units of 13.89 inches that would be 27.78 inch/2.315 ft for the length of the rafter? I am using 2 x 4 as the rafters, and it's way off when I try to use the framing square to measure 12 inches as one unit for my Span of 126 ft 5/8inch. Any advice will be highly appreciated.

@kevinbishop8098 Жыл бұрын

the absolute easiest instructions on cutting a birdsmouth I've ever seen!

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback :)

@ahmadzufarabdurrashid8382 Жыл бұрын

I really love the way Training Hands Academy teach, very "Theoretically"!!! I APPROVE!!!!!

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@stevenharrison1213 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Thanks for that. Been a chippy for about five years now but not had the chance to get on roofing much even though I'm itching to. I've just got to learn it and be able to do it. I've been practicing with my own mock ups and thanks to people like you, its all starting to fall into place. Cheers

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Thank you for sharing a bit of your story with me!

@anthonyellis5517 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation of the stepping off method! Thank you for sharing and you have gained a new subscription 👍🏽

@Vet-zj5lq 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Now we need one assembling the entire roof to the walls. Thank you.

@quito484 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great I learned something new I also watched your videos about how to build a stair thanks for sharing your knowledge I’m sure it will help me 👍

@andrewpolly7167 Жыл бұрын

Dude. You just made it so easy... People trying to teach me really don't know how to break it down like you did. Those jigs are very useful as well

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Andrew. Those jigs are awesome, and Louis from Squijig is a really cool dude as well.

@MVHS937 2 жыл бұрын

Most clear and practical explanation I have seen!!!!

@davidvogl5447 2 жыл бұрын

As a novice with some tools and big dreams I am loving your videos, so perfectly explained…and I do appreciate that you are also giving measurements in cm’s.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Keep dreaming and creating!

@4500michael 2 ай бұрын

I wish I could post a photo to this comment because your explanation was spot on and I have never done rafters as easy as you have explained in this video. The step off method worked perfectly and I was able to layout and build my Dutch gable roof with ease and NO gaps! 24' rafters were fun by myself but when they fit perfectly, it helps. Thank you so much for this video and I hope your videos help others.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 ай бұрын

If you are on IG you can send me one. I'm so happy that you had a great experience framing! Nice work!

@RobertJohnson-ns3gz 2 жыл бұрын

These videos are excellent. Extremely helpful.

@treystills 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Thank you, please keep 'em coming

@govnor 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very easy to understand instructions! Well done.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Jim!

@mykolashatkovskyi8817 2 жыл бұрын

Man, you're amazing! You really do have a talent you explain serious things greatly and simply (enough). Great video. Thank you.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

You are very kind. Thank you.

@bountykiller2709 2 жыл бұрын

@@TrainingHandsAcademy ++

@bountykiller2709 2 жыл бұрын

@syzdekkedzys Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making the videos on measuring rafters. The rafters for my chicken coop and outhouse were wonky due miscalculations (I calculated lengths with what I remembered of HS trig) and my lack of understanding of how to use of a framing square (I used a speed square despite having a framing square). I am building a cabin this summer and the idea of cutting rafters had me a bit nervous, however I feel more confident after watching your videos. I also was unaware of stair gauges, let alone of Squijig until your videos. I've ordered a pair to use with the framing square and to use for ripping lumber with the skill saw. Thanks again for creating these videos and sharing them.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes and/or if you have questions once you start building. Thanks for the comment David!

@garynasrallah8710 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. It's been about 30 years since I've cut rafters and I just needed a little brushing up and this really helped. And it will be also very good for beginners. Thank you so much. We used to lay ours out on the floor and get the measurements.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 7 ай бұрын

When I first started building (about 25 years ago) I would lay them out on the floor too. Thanks for the comment.

@davidprice9265 2 жыл бұрын

Watching this from the uk , this was a textbook perfect explanation, the best I've seen on you tube , we need you here to show the younger generation , we have a massive skills shortage

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David. We are incredibly short here as well. Thanks for watching and sharing.

@thelegoloft5174 2 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best video I have seen explaining the step off method. I finally understand it, thank you

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@curtisstephen3980 2 жыл бұрын

Very good teacher you are very skillful in explaining to us,I understand brother thanks

@prieb1956 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Stuff - I watched a lot of rafter vids - but this is the first that totally makes sense - I reckon I'm good to go - Thanking you :)

@chrisraney6952 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, very helpful and awesome helper, my daughter loves helping me with projects.

@PatrickSmith831 2 ай бұрын

Nice to see Krist Novoselic again!

@swhoelefp69 8 ай бұрын

best video ever explaining this process - you are a rock star my friend!

@TrainingHandsAcademy 8 ай бұрын

Much appreciated! If you want to support my work, please drop some more comments on my other videos! This helps to wake up the YT algorithms. :)

@lukelu9161 12 күн бұрын

A clear and easy to understand explanation of the rafter layout. Thanks for your efforts

@TrainingHandsAcademy 11 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@MrGarry128 2 жыл бұрын

High quality and precise 🙏

@albertstrong5516 Жыл бұрын

What a great video. You do a great job explaining every detail. Thanks for your time. I enjoy all of your videos.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. God bless you my friend.

@lnazworth 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation!

@ForYourConsideration 2 жыл бұрын

Josh, this was a great explanation and demonstration. Thanks!

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@markirish7599 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video thanks for teaching me new skills

@naturalmystics-kd9vt 2 жыл бұрын

You are a good teacher this video help a lot of people including me thank you

@angelaburt3266 Жыл бұрын

I am getting ready to make a lean to car port and this has been so helpful. My lumber however is bloody huge and heavy. The board that will go onto the wall is 6 metres long and 20cm x 6cm. My rafters are 4 metres long and also 20cm x 6cm. I have 6 rafters.

@antoniojauregui1942 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to show us. 👍

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and sharing.

@kirkwilliams5740 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video with us, your teaching is easy to understand..Much appreciated

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome

@chriscookey1781 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for laying out the run

@jamescassel6959 2 жыл бұрын

Straight forward and easy to follow.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear! Thanks for watching.

@rkvohra70 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely brilliant mate

@ddurose1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, great video and really informative.

@jdfnp Жыл бұрын

Best video I’ve seen to explain this. Thank you!

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@nigelboucher2014 2 жыл бұрын

Very well explained Josh. Probably the easier way to do rafters and most of the time easier is best.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel!

@jcpad1797 2 жыл бұрын

Your visual aid graphics are just as good as your explanation. Well done

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Adventure-Off-Grid 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Excellent presentation and very clear instruction. I'll be building my roof tomorrow so this really helped me.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 6 ай бұрын

Good luck and have fun!

@naturalmystics-kd9vt 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video you are a very good teacher your I learn something. New 🆕

@sedulousdabbler5468 Жыл бұрын

Perfect explanation. Thank you

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@robertmcclure184 Жыл бұрын

Sir, you are awesome in your explanation! You are easy to understand and listen to, thank you.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

So nice of you Robert. Thx

@trade0714 Жыл бұрын

Gotta admit this was good. I'm planning a shed build and have watched several "how to build rafters" videos. This makes the clearest method for me.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Great to hear. Reach out if you need help... I'm always around.

@rjmhomes8966 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for going the extra mile and adding the metric measurements, for us imperial impaired :-D

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@oddsandwindsocks5905 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see this method after over 30 years since I've used it

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

My favorite method for sure!

@40beretta1 2 жыл бұрын

Your V'Blogs are fun...brings back a lot of memories...Most of all....Re-learning. Although; the Framing Sq. "jigs"....I always knew those as SQ'Dawgs or just "Dogs"....That was from the Old timers I worked with they called them 'Dawgs'. We still use their lexicon when framing...Young guys look at us like we're from another planet. Those Old Timers, eventually got me using a wicked heavy Skil™ Worm-Drive saw.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome... thanks for commenting Jeff!

@user-up6wk7ol8g 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice explaining thanks 🙏

@adrianburghelea9353 5 ай бұрын

Very good explications. God bless your ministries ! Greatings from Romania !

@TrainingHandsAcademy 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the blessings... it really means a lot.

@sikosis999 Жыл бұрын

i'm an old dude and this stuff is great, i'm trying to teach my kids this and the way i was taught is coming across like a foreign language to them . . . i found your channel and just start throwing videos at them via discord and they're catching right up . . . i didn't appreciate how difficult it was teaching younger folks practical skills, they're all just wired differently than my generation or those whom taught me. . .so thanks, not only does this give me refreshers (not touched a tool for the better part of 20 yrs and definitely haven't played with some of the power tools and slick stuff you guys got today) but it also helps with teaching these younger kids i have 'working' with me some of the basics that i've had difficultly getting across!

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this with me!

@kelvinyoung3405 2 жыл бұрын

thank you this was very helpful. I will show you when i'm done

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Oh please do! Email me or Instagram.

@nathansoriano4050 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude for explaining this in an easy to understand and follow 👍

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@jwaych955 2 жыл бұрын

Real good video. Thank you

@johnkay6639 2 ай бұрын

Unbelievably So SO simple to learn and understand .. Thanks for helping .I have 58 Twelve foot long Two by sixes. to layout ..

@wemcal 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and information

@JerryMabrey Жыл бұрын

Wow you did a really good job of making this complicated, I just call it pitch which is basically the down grade of the rafter in a 12 inch run. Like a 5, 12 pitch would drop 5 inches in a 12 inch run. And yes I use the square just this way but you complicated it with all the other terms.

@charlesviner1565 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video ✌👍

@danielg2754 9 ай бұрын

Thanks. Fantastic videos.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 9 ай бұрын

Much appreciated! If you want to support my work, please drop some more comments on my other videos! This helps to wake up the YT algorithms. :)

@jonathanlove7281 2 жыл бұрын

Another great rafter video! I like how you’ve slowed down your explanations and made the videos a bit longer, I really like this as I find it easier to understand

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was time for a slower rafter video... glad you like it.

@javierguzman6735 2 жыл бұрын

How did you get the 6"

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

@@javierguzman6735 Did I use 6" in this video?

@tonyhudson8698 2 жыл бұрын

@@javierguzman6735 born with it??.

@mikemellon80 5 ай бұрын

Best video I’ve seen on this so far. Great job

@TrainingHandsAcademy 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment.

@dawitassefa7111 2 жыл бұрын

great explanation.

@mary8273 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing you knowledge

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@IREFUSE9 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you for sharing! So glad to find your channel. Subscribed!

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Be sure to watch my other rafters videos to learn different methods for calculating rafters.

@AJofBabel 4 ай бұрын

This is gonna help me a lot in my roof build thank you

@OdoldPierre 3 ай бұрын

Good job my friend I want to see more videos thank you so much

@TrainingHandsAcademy 3 ай бұрын

Working on it my friend. Any video ideas you'd like to share?

@MatthewJohnson-ps5uv 2 жыл бұрын

Huge help ! Thx

@jofasable Жыл бұрын

professional teacher. easily understood.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

You're very kind Joe!

@columbuspalmer846 3 ай бұрын

Thanks you’re blessing

@roccoconte2960 Жыл бұрын

Nice video very well explained.

@mikedisimile2478 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much great job explaining everything

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@toolsiesampat2737 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful explanation bro keep up the good work

@roysoderlund3185 8 ай бұрын

Thanks from Finland.. Easy explained..

@TrainingHandsAcademy 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment.

@Deep_Divers 9 ай бұрын

Excellent video!

@TrainingHandsAcademy 9 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@Deep_Divers 4 ай бұрын

Take a look at IRC code R802.7 and Figure R802.7.1.1 It shows you can't exceed 1/4 depth. I have always seen the 1/3 rule but I know that at least since 2018 the code specifies 1/4. It is a ridiculous requirement. @@TrainingHandsAcademy

@paulosouza-ou8sk 14 күн бұрын

Great, tank you fron Brazil !

@TrainingHandsAcademy 13 күн бұрын

You are very welcome. Thank you for watching.

@huascarcabanillas6250 Жыл бұрын

Prety simple and clear. Thanks for sharing the basics. I gave you a well deserved "like" and I subscribe myself as One of your apprentice. Best regards.

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

@ianpearse4480 2 жыл бұрын

Great info share. Cheers.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@santoscalderon5402 2 жыл бұрын

Excelente Gracias

@jmidnite114 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. The most clearest explanation I have seen. Looking forward to watching other videos you have. Can you tell me why you go down 6.5"for the facial board?

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

It's just an example number. Each roof is completely different, different trim, pitch, etc. I need to make a video about this. Thanks for asking.

@jac101762 9 ай бұрын

muchas gracias amigo

@johnkumalo896 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh. You make the Step-off Method so easy. I have always wondered how they do that. Will contact you if I get stuck. John

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Sounds great John!

@WrightsOrganic 11 ай бұрын

Nice! This one helped me out, I will definitely try tomorrow. My span is 37.5 inches. Using a 9 on the common rafter scale. I hope I get it this time

@TrainingHandsAcademy 11 ай бұрын

Let me know how it goes.

@MegaBobtube 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! It makes me confident I can be a carpenter.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Of course you can! Now go build something! :)

@futurecarslondon1109 7 ай бұрын

Very nice 💯

@evanmoreno3047 Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@oslerperezgarcia8819 6 ай бұрын

I have the dream of learning, Greetings from Mexico. And thanks for your videos.

@TrainingHandsAcademy 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

@royhill5284 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video it helped me a lot

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@sergioquintana4939 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for sharing your knowledge you are very helpful

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@jefferymackenzie8768 2 жыл бұрын

Teaching Trade school, used your video. It is fantastic!

@TrainingHandsAcademy 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@jamesyu8792 Жыл бұрын

Perfect lecture...thanks

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@user-rn4uo9vo3f 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 😮🙏💕😀💯!!!nice , excellent explanation.,,

@TrainingHandsAcademy 4 ай бұрын

You are very welcome

@JoseOrtiz-st3yf Жыл бұрын

This method really help me understand it

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear

@biejito72symi Жыл бұрын

Like always real useful videos tnks for your time

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@jorgemolina1148 Жыл бұрын

You are a excellent teacher Sir, thanks a lot blessings

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the blessings... truly, thank you.

@cladiodecastro6189 Жыл бұрын

I'm new to this framing part but thanks for your great explanation I'm learning need to ask where I can find the measurements to cut the soffit

@kirklandmcghie6496 Жыл бұрын

Good job

@cletusmax77 Ай бұрын

Awesome content

@TrainingHandsAcademy Ай бұрын

Thank you for saying so.

@user-mc7ij2cj7c Жыл бұрын

Eres el único. U R the best. 👍👍😍😍

@TrainingHandsAcademy Жыл бұрын

You're very kind. Thank you.