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Bob's Two Car Garage
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Приєднався 30 вер 2015
Bob taught wood shop for 32 years has a master's degree in industrial arts, and a general contractor's license. Anything he does on this channel he figures you could do in your garage.
How to Build a Wood Fence
A wood fence is still my favorite type of fence. Here’s the way I do it step by step.
Step One: Make a straight line with builders/mason's twine. Be sure as you continue to build you keep that string straight and unobstructed.
Step Two: Dig the holes. Possible tools needed would be a post hole digger, a digging rod or if you want to save yourself some time and pain, rent an auger. It’s a good idea to paint a circle on the dirt where you intend to dig the holes. Once the holes are dug, put a shovel full of gravel in the bottom of the hole. This will keep excessive moisture away from the bottom of the post.
Step Three: Plumb and brace the posts in both directions. Use form stakes or grade stakes and your framing boards to save money. Use treated lumber, redwood or cedar for you posts. Don't use doug fir as it will rot.
Step Four: Pour concrete and let it set for a day. Pour it in wet and fill the hole slightly above the grade. Use a stake to work the concrete into the hole and eliminate any voids. NOTE: over time a small crack may develop where the post goes into the concrete. You can come back in a few months and seal this with a concrete caulking.
Step Five: Cut off the tops of the posts. Be sure not to let the string sag when determining where to cut.
Step Six: Frame the fence. Use at least three boards. Again, use treated lumber or lumber that is rot resistant. One board will lay down flat and two on edge. The boards on edge will keep the fence from sagging.
Step Seven: Install the pickets. Galvanized nails or screws if you prefer.
Step Eight: Finishing. Water seal or even paint will keep your fence looking nice for many years.
Step One: Make a straight line with builders/mason's twine. Be sure as you continue to build you keep that string straight and unobstructed.
Step Two: Dig the holes. Possible tools needed would be a post hole digger, a digging rod or if you want to save yourself some time and pain, rent an auger. It’s a good idea to paint a circle on the dirt where you intend to dig the holes. Once the holes are dug, put a shovel full of gravel in the bottom of the hole. This will keep excessive moisture away from the bottom of the post.
Step Three: Plumb and brace the posts in both directions. Use form stakes or grade stakes and your framing boards to save money. Use treated lumber, redwood or cedar for you posts. Don't use doug fir as it will rot.
Step Four: Pour concrete and let it set for a day. Pour it in wet and fill the hole slightly above the grade. Use a stake to work the concrete into the hole and eliminate any voids. NOTE: over time a small crack may develop where the post goes into the concrete. You can come back in a few months and seal this with a concrete caulking.
Step Five: Cut off the tops of the posts. Be sure not to let the string sag when determining where to cut.
Step Six: Frame the fence. Use at least three boards. Again, use treated lumber or lumber that is rot resistant. One board will lay down flat and two on edge. The boards on edge will keep the fence from sagging.
Step Seven: Install the pickets. Galvanized nails or screws if you prefer.
Step Eight: Finishing. Water seal or even paint will keep your fence looking nice for many years.
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Very useful indeed
What about the flashing isn't that nailed to the top of the fascia and covered with shingles?
You will cut the nails between the fascia and the sheeting/ starter boards and leave the flashing in place. The half nails that are left provide enough holding power
You talk way too much just get on with it
No I don’t
I would never use 4x4 posts i use 2-3/8" metal posts never have to worry bout rotting ie rusting out, as for Douglas fir wood 2x4s etc is ok to use as long as they are primed & painted termites dont like any wood that it primed & painted.
Metal posts are a good call. Doug fir is not even if it’s painted
Great job
Thanks
That’s a circle not a arch
Fair enough but actually an arch is”a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight of a bridge, roof, or wall above it.”
If you need to draw an “ellipse” watch this ua-cam.com/video/SZ6_jjfqNBo/v-deo.htmlsi=jHmBEMl9BV9fraSH
Good video. The job is hard. Took me a few days. I used framing brackets to help with the install. I’m not as good with a skill saw.
Yes it’s a lot of work. Framing brackets? Joists hangers?
Anti power washers can suck and swallow.
What’s the name of the site you said, is it foam panels
Faux brick panels, Barron designs
Hi! I’m looking at the NuCore LVP over ceramic tile. Any concern about seeing grout lines over time? I’ve seen where some use a moisture barrier or underlayer of cork to further support longevity. Any advice?
As long as the tiles are pretty flat you should not see lines. The barrier will also help but not necessary for moisture. I was pushing the limits of what is considered “flat” on that video.
Never power wash and never use teal oil.
I never use the power washer, but why not teak oil?
Furniture looks beautiful!
Awesome video, Bob. thanks for blessing us with Gods word in Proverbs 23 : 3 - 4, God bless you!
Thanks
Perfect! Could you make plans for this?
This is just what I was looking for!!! 💡Thanks 😀
Glad I could help!
Best part of the video is the bible verse. Thanks much sir. Wish you good health and peace of mind.
What brand of fiberglass insulation is that
You are using everything I learned never to use on teak-power wash and teak oil. Teak oil feeds mold and mold loves teak. I know about teak and mold because I have a house full of 50 year old teak furniture and a boat about the same age with moldy teak (except for the varnished interior teak on the boat.) My advise would be to varnish your teak outdoor furniture and keep it in the shade or cover it when not using it to protect the varnish.
Thanks for the tips sounds like you have some expertise. However, ours has been out in the weather for three years and it still looks respectable and no sign of mold and it’s in pretty good condition. I’m sticking by my recommendations.
Jim Lahey?
Your down in SoCal always looking for some good advice🎉🎉🎉
Any time!
Hi very well presented. What is the foot print of the saw ? How much space do I need?
You can get all that information on their website (www.sawstop.com) but it depends primarily on the model and fence length you buy.
Thanks for quick response. I loved your set up. If you would give me your measurements I highly appreciate. Thanks again.
33” x 69”
Was that a Helms Bakery truck that came
Ah yes, an inspiration for many good ideas
So glad I watched this before getting on my project. Thanks so much!
My pleasure
I am assuming you never put a floor in it right? So when the way you built the roof. Couldn't you drill some seep holes to allow the water to drain? I would have lids on my cans anyways even in a enclosure. But I drill holes in my cans also so even if water gets into the cans it would drain still. Looks great btw we will be building one like this here soon dam animals never quit eating our food.
Yep, no floor
NEVER USE A POWERWASHER!!!!!! That is basic. You ruined the teak that’s why you have the “fuzz”.
I get that comment a lot so maybe there’s some merit to it. However, it worked well for us and the finish has lasted over time. My washer was not the heated type maybe that is the difference.
I thought using a power washer ruins the teak!!!!!
Didn’t ruin mine. Power wash was not heated.
My post has a metal rod in the middle of it . Can it be replaced with your method. Not sure how the wood immerses into the 6 by 6 post.
Vertically through the middle? That’s something I’ve never seen. Regardless you should be able to work it the same way. Might be more difficult to remove the old one.
Thanks Bob! Very helpful video!
Glad it was helpful!
Treated lumber does rot.
Not in my lifetime
Ty mine is rotted this helped!
Glad to help
Love the drawer runners instead of expensive slides.
Yes, my rule is that furniture gets wood runners ; slides are for cabinets.
Hi Bob. Great post. I have a similar setup but I'd like to remove the middle posts. I plan using steel angle to support the awning/porch and replace the existing rotted posts but can't figure out how to temporary hold the awning in place. There are 3 8' 4x4 horizontal beams, and 4 4x4 holding them in place.
Pretty but way too expensive.
Yes, I agree.
Isn’’t the edge metal flashing nailed to the fascia board? How do you nail the flashing from the top once the fascia board is installed?
Yes, but you will be cutting them when you are cutting the other nails.
We had one of these years ago at a playground near oir house!!! We had ao much fun in it! We got trampled if someone fell bit it was one of the best times!!
Thanks Bob, I appreciate you.
Thanks
Wouldn’t you want an air gap to dampen vibration between the two rigid foam pieces?? Like soft foam damper furring strips seems like it wd have improved the STC. Has anyone used Homasote in lieu plywood or drywall as a sheathing? I wd think the Homasote has better sound dampening and is fire resistant. Insulated glass w/ good STC acoustical insulation properties) ratings also has an air gap (or is argon gas filled) vs being laminated together. I think you can buy insulated glazing but it shd have soft gaskets or setting caulk to prevent rattling /vibrations in the frame.
Good ideas
The Indiana Jones of handymen!
That’s a new one
This was excellent 😊 also noticed the Telefunken 251 in the shots there 🎉
good job bob!
Can u leave a follow-up comment after two years? Did the product work? Have you had to reapply? I finished mine with Helmsman spar polyurethane and it barely lasted a year. I’m not satisfied with what I used.
We have applied more oil after a year. Varnish requires scraping and sanding once it starts peeling so I’d suggest oils. Teak oil or something like that.
HEY BOB CAN I USE SHIP LAP INSTEAD OF TONGUE AND GROOVE?
Of course. Just think of how water falls vertically and where it'll end up. You'll work the rest out.
Nice job
Nice, I have a leaning patio cover post and it looks dangerous. Thank goodness for youtube and people like you that share their knowledge. I can handle it from here.
My son wants one of these so bad. He is going to be 8.
Never, never, never, never use a power washer to clean hard wood and teak. It distructs the wood.
No it doesn't, but i get that comment a lot so it probably depends on how much pressure you use and it's probably a good idea not to use heat. I'm going to do a little more investigation and probably makes some notes in my description.
Thankyou Bob, I benefitted from this presentation . . . Chris . . . Norwich, England
Great, all the way from England, cool!
👏🥰Thank you… maybe I’ll get to see it for myself someday. I used to visit one of my cousins in Whittier. It would have been nice to know a church family there. Grateful you’re sharing the blessing of your carpentry. It’s a beautiful thing to inspire kids witnessing what they can be someday. I loved the old days of sanding next to my Dad. Way back when…. In the 80’s.🤭Hoping you got a giggle with your sermon this Wednesday. Appreciating the chance to watch you work in the North.🎉~Sheeara, Alaska
Thanks for sharing, hope you get to visit.
👏🥳Fantastic! I was literally just thinking… “you know what I need?!🤭An adult hamster wheel!”🎉This probably sounds like a joke but I was on Amazon before I found you. I’m a filmmaker which basically translates into saying I have Peter Pan syndrome.😉Now THAT is the actual punchline. Responsibility isn’t lost on me so… I do my best work with everything and everyone. I’m so enamored by “how, why” and all the questions that would have led you to this quest. As you said, so well, nobody else could do the job as great as the person allowing themselves to be worked through. Finding the wisdom of the past and using it to build dreams while we’re here. Thank you for sharing what your dreams are made of with us. I’ll just be over here subbing, liking and making TT’s. If you’re ever over there. Looking forward to the content you bring.👏🥳Sending my best prayers and appreciation to your team. I’m going to be disassembling pallets in the snow for years now! Hopefully you get a giggle imagining that!🤞🤣🎉Happy Wednesday new friends. Very HUGE cool factor with this project!🥳10/10 easy🎉~Sheeara, Alaska
What a fun project! Love the walnut. Looks amazing. I used the actual sound waveform of my wife saying 'I love you', and made a similar sculpture. ua-cam.com/video/qRlHNdCnzQc/v-deo.htmlsi=EQpUNWzAtHjVhRJd
Great idea and good job
@@BobsTwoCarGarage Thanks Bob!