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Squaring Walls and Foundations using diagonals and the 3 4 5 Right Triangle
I've written about framing squares but they are generally too small to ensure that something like an entire wall or foundation line is square. So there are a couple of other methods that can be used which only require a... read more.
How to Check and Adjust a Framing Square
Framing or carpenters squares last a long time and are big enough that they can get stepped on or dropped or have something put them out of square sometime over their life. Fortunately it is easy to check and adjust... read more.
Using the Rafter Table on a Framing Square
At first glance the rafter table stamped into the side of a framing square can be a bit tricky to understand. But it is not so difficult once you get the hang of it. The first thing to understand... read more.
How to use the Swanson Speed Square as a Framing Square
Since I published the first review of the Swanson Speed Square, many people have been wondering how to use it. There are actually a large number of things you can do with it, but the most common is probably to... read more.
Setting Things Straight - Stabila 187 Level Review
I've used bad and good levels. Some with broken or misadjusted vials, some "I-beam" levels which catch stuff in the flanges and the brand I finally settled on is Stabila. I haven't found anything better. I prefer the 187... read more.
If I had a hammer... Estwing Framing Hammer
No one seems to use framing hammers that much anymore. Air-powered nailers can tack things together more quickly and without disturbing the work by banging on it. But the framing hammer should not be forgotten even if it is not... read more.
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