This really helped me started working at a woodshop thank you. And also thank you for your service as well
@wes2118
10 жыл бұрын
The whole reason people don't know how to read a tape measure is because people don't show them how. Simple as that dude. Thanks for your video.
@ryansoloniewicz7004
6 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@Ryan-re1rs
6 жыл бұрын
Johnny One... I also think people feel dumb if they ask how to read one, like people are born with the knowledge of everything. I know I felt stupid asking someone and I have seen a lot of tradesmen kinda guess now and then while reading a tape. Also doing the math of adding or subtracting measurements. I won't lie, I buy a metric tape for easy use of millimeters. 20 plus 7 is 27, While 3/4 plus 5/16ths isn't as easy to quickly add. Lol..
@omarcruz7995
5 жыл бұрын
Numbers are not for me I'm a very smart person but in numbers not, not only numbers make a person smart because I learn fast.
@omarcruz7995
5 жыл бұрын
Now I need to know these simples steps and make my life easier 😂😅
@walkerdonalda
5 жыл бұрын
There are two types of countries. Those that use the metric system and those that have put a man on the moon. And have consecutive world war wins.
@christopherharry7597
7 жыл бұрын
this guy can be a excellent teacher
@earthishome1866
4 жыл бұрын
An Excellent...
@vees555
4 жыл бұрын
i second that....
@NocturnalJag
3 жыл бұрын
Is.....
@MrGood5ive
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Very helpful. I’m just started doing light construction as a helper.
@Dineskii
2 жыл бұрын
Watched your tape measure math because got embarrassed at my jobsite today lol. Told me to give 1/4” play from my measurement and i was dumbfounded. Just joined the Union and I’m definitely getting toyed around with as an apprentice. Just trying to do my best & learn but its hard when nobody does and just gives me slander for not knowing.
@lucerofranco6313
5 жыл бұрын
Hello first time watching your videos but I can’t thank you enough you made it so easy to understand and your video helped me landing a job. Thank you
@MsDiRyan
9 жыл бұрын
Wow, ur a great teacher... My brain is compromised due to chronic ailments n meds. I aim to keep this video! Thank u! I've always had math issues. Now I can attempt making cards with correct measurements. 😊
@SeriousSchitt
9 жыл бұрын
Diana Ryan No wonder you're confused, go METRIC... That's the biggest lesson of the lot!
@reaperwolf7464
4 жыл бұрын
What other little bits of knowledge (like knowing how to read measuring tape) would one need to have for a job in construction?
@hoellesiech
8 жыл бұрын
As you can see, there are good reasons why the rest of the world uses the metric system.
@skylark304
6 жыл бұрын
MUCH SIMPLER *
@EricDavis-iw7hj
6 жыл бұрын
Well we're not the rest of the world and I don't get any if this
@kylezeigler5116
6 жыл бұрын
Metric system? Not interested here in the states pal.
@neilmurray7842
5 жыл бұрын
@@kylezeigler5116 metric is more accurate...
@kylezeigler5116
5 жыл бұрын
@@neilmurray7842 that's great, you can have it.
@rogerdominguez3691
4 жыл бұрын
Dont confuse the ppl.just say to count it one line at a time. 1/16 ,2/16, 3/16 and so on until they get to where there measurement is. I think that's the easiest way to read it as a beginner. Then everything else will come automatically. Thats how i understood it at first.
@kainews7376
3 жыл бұрын
The best teacher
@brittdavid8591
4 жыл бұрын
Muchas Gracias👊🏾
@alexvasquez454
5 жыл бұрын
Fue uno de los mejores ejemplos que he visto thanks for the video me sirvió de mucho blessings 🙏🏻✌️
@godinez921
5 жыл бұрын
Great explanation learned it the first time
@kpsparklecleaning1677
9 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. thanks for the tutorial.
@1978carpenter
9 жыл бұрын
KP Sparkle Cleaning Sure thing! Glad I could help!
@mitchellarpin339
8 жыл бұрын
Air Force CE thanks this really helped!
@wes2118
10 жыл бұрын
By the way, most people that can read a tape measure don't understand what it means. They are simply learning the marks that are made, no math at all. Do you understand the 1/2 1/3 1/4?
@1234katarax
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@amensheani1457
4 жыл бұрын
Explain one thing to me. What the hell does 2.9 Inch means? Is 2.9th of a 16th?
@calebjohnson1554
8 жыл бұрын
OK now how to add them together?
@jaysmithminaj
7 жыл бұрын
Wait So the bottom went 2,4,8,16 isn’t their a 6 supposed to be there or no
@tanyalangille1278
6 жыл бұрын
Each number is doubled. 2 plus 2 is 4. 4 plus 4 is 8. 8 plus 8 is... wait, there's a song about this.
@colombianflag717
8 жыл бұрын
good video
@rowiepaguiligan6565
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you so much, I'm just a kid cause I'm helping my dad cutting wood and he is so proud of me thank u so much u just earned a like
@devinbird2571
8 жыл бұрын
that's awesome. hopefully the video will help me get good at it too
@elizabetholiviaclark
4 жыл бұрын
I don't know you, but I'm kind of proud of you, too.
@KDD8
10 жыл бұрын
I'm studying architecture and no one has ever explained to me how to use a tape measure. This is such a well done video! Keep up the great work Chris.
@1978carpenter
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Happy to help!
@lupegonzalez6264
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. My brother likes me to help him out on projects and I always get stuck when it comes to measuring. I think I kinda got it. Thanks 😊 a lot. Being a girl, we must learn a lit’l of everything. Thanks.
@kevinbenedict5443
3 жыл бұрын
I had nephew working with me some years ago. He couldn't read a tape. After struggling with measurement translation all morning and trying to explain it to him I finally said to him: Ok so you don't sell 2 eighths, you sell quarter bag. And you don't sell 6 eighths, you sell 3/4 of an ounce. It hit him like a bolt of lightning and he never had a problem again.....lol..
@UltraAssassin25
4 жыл бұрын
I thank you so much I really need a refresher on math it's been years since I bothered with it it's always annoyed and confused me ... I think that's why I stepped away but it's nice to learn proper *liked and subbed*
@davidalvarado2693
8 жыл бұрын
thank yoy so much you helped me and i just started working in construction and also thank you for serving
Thanks for your help man. You explained it great !
@waxwax9609
7 жыл бұрын
I did a test on measuring in my welding class failed it,He's letting me take it again I just don't no what's so confusing about idk if I'm thinking to much just when i see all the lines it just messes me up!!!!!!!!
@curtisstapleton7167
4 жыл бұрын
Just practice you will get it
@nickwatt9542
9 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks I'm in grade 11 construction class, when I would of been in grade 12 con if I took it the year before but I didn't. Although I had troubles integrating into the new environment I really liked the atmosphere that the con room gave me. The only bad part was the measurements. I didn't understand them for I am Canadian and this is the only place I've saw us use inches to measure things. So this video really helped me out! Thanks man:D
@QuantumPyrite_88.9
5 жыл бұрын
Great video Get used to decimal equivalents of fractions . 1/8 = .125 1 divided by 8 = .125 7/8th is 7 divided by 8 = .875 Divide the numerator by the denominator in a fraction . The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction . 4 is the denominator of 3/4 . 3 divided by 4 = .750 I have a board 12 inches and 1/8 inches long and have a board 9 inches and 3/4 long . 12 inches + (the fraction) 1 divided by 8 = 12.125 My other board is 9 inches and 3/4 long = 9 inches + 3/4 (3 divided by 4) = 9.750 The length of both boards added together is -> 12.125 + 9.750 = 21.875 21.875 = 21 7/8 7 divided by 8 = . 875 1/16 of an inch is -> 1 divided by 16 = .0625 13/16 of an inch is -> 13 divided by 16 = .812
@TheBro12555
5 жыл бұрын
SAR TRACKING Dude this is a terrific explanation. Can’t thank you enough for taking your time to type this out. 100% grateful. Thank you.
@Gogofam123
3 жыл бұрын
Or you can just measure the thing with metric . 210 cm - 2.1 meters ; 110cm- 1.1 meters ; 10 mm - 1cm - 0.1dm - 0.01meters
@officialjrduncanpage
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, this is really helping me with my new job I just started dealing with PVC pipes and fittings.
@1978carpenter
6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad to help man!
@Mikey-ym6ok
5 жыл бұрын
If you're knowledgeable in an any trade pass the torch down. Teach, and if you can teach for free. We need more tradesman. Thanks for the video man. I have a fractional craftsman cause I'm lazy to a fault but need to be prepared to use a non fractional tape measure one day.
@marcyftuifatu3025
6 жыл бұрын
man you are right!!!! i don't know how to count the tapes... i was laughing when you said there are some guys out there that dont know how to count tapes... well im one of them!!
@supermarco2012
3 жыл бұрын
Why make it simple when you can make it very complicated. This is what the rest of the world thinks about the imperial system
@willykanos1044
8 жыл бұрын
I notice you are left-handed. That works well for you because tape measures in America are made for left-handed people. When you hold the pencil in your left hand and the tape in your right hand the numbers are right-side-up. A right handed person will find if he holds the pencil in his right hand and the tape in his left the numbers will be upside-down. Perhaps that is a reason why so many right-handed people have trouble with tape measures. Also, it would be helpful if manufacturers offered tape measures in either right- or left- handed models.
@BradsWorkbench
6 жыл бұрын
willy kanos what?????? Lol
@kylezeigler5116
6 жыл бұрын
If only they made left handed hammers and screwdrivers too😢
@REVerbtalk
5 жыл бұрын
Say WHAT!? LMAO In THE WHOLE WORLD, the tape measures have lines on both sides. You must be referring to those tape measures than actually have the 1/8, 1/4, etc on the tape. That don't determine "left handed" . I surely hope you have the maximum insurance you can get after you typed that.
@curtisstapleton7167
4 жыл бұрын
That's why I use left handed pencils ✏
@SeriousSchitt
9 жыл бұрын
Good Lorde, by the time I fluffed around with all this crap it'd take me a day just to measure a door... and even then I'd have the measurement wrong! For goodness sake GO METRIC!
@chitownh7092
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro wtf I thought I was dumb till you broke it down properly
@mikeoli1215
7 жыл бұрын
Well for those of use who couldnt read a tape measure. I had a hard time paying attention in school, i went to a bad school where other kids couldnt learn and pay attention because there were always other kids who wanted to be a distraction to others in the classroom and act like clowns and it robbed be of alot through my younger school years. Sadly yes im 26 and didnt know how to read a tape measure till now, i coudl tell what a half inch and an inch was but as far as 16tha and 8ths nope lol. But I really appreciate you posting this and now i know it sounds easy. I feel I could really apply this teaching that i was robbed of a long time ago.
@dennisbrown4524
5 жыл бұрын
Man up wimp. You were right there disrupting also.
@MrKen-wy5dk
5 жыл бұрын
Now, just do a KZitem search on how to learn correct English grammar, and you'll be all set to master the world. I'm sure there were people in your class who suffered the BS of their classmates and made it through to the other side without having to blame others for their adequateness. I know I did.
@jeannisenombre2091
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, you explained it very well
@Turkboyz20
7 жыл бұрын
I'm about to work at a glass shop cut glass and etc but apparently u put the measurements in the computer one of my friends that recently work their said the guy asked him like which is bigger 7/8 or 3/4 those types of things idk how can I learn them
@1978carpenter
7 жыл бұрын
Great question. You just earned a video answer. Stay tuned!
@wes2118
10 жыл бұрын
The 32/nds on are on the bottom of that tape measure. The top are the normal measures.
@eduardoherrera796
5 жыл бұрын
I worked with sheetrock for a while but a decided to leave because I had problems with the tape.I bought one with numbers written down and now I work in a steel workshop and measuring is needed.With the tape and the video it helps a lot.Awesome video.
@heyu882
2 жыл бұрын
This is just totaly stupid. Thank God for metric
@omarbernal2408
7 жыл бұрын
when you were in the marine corps? I'm actually here to learn how to properly measure for the asvab, as they gave me a tip that I must learn how to measure to pass it. And you are saying there was a guy in the corps that did not know how to measure? Well I guess that's a relief .
@1978carpenter
7 жыл бұрын
1997-2006. From what I understand, the asvab changes every few years. I might be wrong. Good luck and get good at pullups.
@jessicadeall9259
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video and, more so, thank you for your service! You're a wonderful teacher 😀
@Michael94
4 жыл бұрын
Starting a new career tomorrow as an Hvac tech. And I don’t know a damn thing about tools Or a tape measure lol. But I want to learn and and this video helped out a lot. Thanks
@1978carpenter
4 жыл бұрын
You bet dude. Good luck.
@ZimmMr
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks I'm from a place that uses the metric system, so thank you for teaching the "American system".
@hunkydude322
8 жыл бұрын
i notice still a few youtubers in here still drinkin that Hateraid, hey good video anyways.
@1978carpenter
8 жыл бұрын
+hunkydude322 Thanks man.
@hazratomar7339
8 жыл бұрын
indeed i learned a lot from this video cuz i am from Afghaistan and we use a metric there but whenever i came to usa and become welder so its so difficult to me that how to use tape measure but thanks you so much from your video .its help a lots and hope keep it and describe it more to us
@michaelskinner8451
5 жыл бұрын
Haa!....and you can't even SPELL Afghanistan properly????...you have issues beyond math....wow!!!!
@PlacidDirge
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks to the explanation, I was a tad confused when trying to measure something.
@Engineersupply
9 жыл бұрын
Very nice video. Good work! Its surprising how many people don't know how to read a tape measure!
@swaggyice9449
4 жыл бұрын
this helped a lot. I was completely ignorant on this typical subject now that I watched this video I some what comprehend I am just going to have to rewatch to fully understand let's just say that I have short term memory lost. PLEASE DONT JUDGE ME😐😔
@carlosblanco249
8 жыл бұрын
what I don't understand is about the whole inch marks.. if the inch goes 15/16 how is not this number on the whole inch mark.. I don't know I am confused about it.
@45askel3
5 жыл бұрын
That 15/16 wld b 3 n 7/8 of an inch
@sepearson20
7 жыл бұрын
I'm training to be a cashier at home depot I haven't had to touch a tape measure sents middle school. I'm trying to save my self now for when I have to use it for work
@1978carpenter
7 жыл бұрын
Hope this helped. Good luck!
@patbrouillard3227
6 жыл бұрын
Simple idea but well made video. Watching it with my son because you explained it so well.
@pancakewalrus99
8 жыл бұрын
dude thanks so much for making this! i am a graphic designer and I have struggled with visual spatial shit my whole life.
@zach8969
5 жыл бұрын
I've seen so many people get fired for not knowing how to read a tape measure
@christophercrawford2736
5 жыл бұрын
As well they should be. Anyone who went through elementary school should be able to read a tape measure.
@piratefueljim
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your video I was looking for a good video to explain to my son as we're doing a project together. I'm a fellow Marine as well
@marvenalarcone4003
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Very well explained.👏
@VincentQMusic
10 жыл бұрын
Well done sir
@GyanTechnical666
3 жыл бұрын
Helpfully information sir
@bedelldillon
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Had to learn this as step one to working at a metal factory. My grandfather is happy.
@bodie1980
4 жыл бұрын
Are there any benefits of using fractions instead of decimals?
@1978carpenter
4 жыл бұрын
In woodwork yes. Everything is in fractures. Real-world, not so much. Unless you are cutting a pie.
@davidlalnuntluanga387
3 жыл бұрын
Sir i Learn from you .,Thank you.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@1978carpenter
3 жыл бұрын
You bet. Happy to help!
@adamtabor469
9 жыл бұрын
Thinks for the video, needed a review sometimes we all need a refresher.
@1978carpenter
9 жыл бұрын
+Adam Tabor Glad to help!
@Brad-gj8yj
8 жыл бұрын
awesome tutorial, helped me get my job...thanks man!!
@1978carpenter
8 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear! Congrats! Glad to help!
@JayKTS
7 жыл бұрын
Good to know .. but I like working with the metric system .. it's just more direct and simple ..
@THEMDSVLOGS
7 жыл бұрын
In upper side of tape after 16 inches why mark it deeply what's refers to hear
@1978carpenter
7 жыл бұрын
It is used for placement of wall studs.
@tanyalangille1278
6 жыл бұрын
Lots of construction workers and carpenters use it, which is what I just learned, that yes, wall studs are placed 16'' apart.
@osbinaguilar1173
7 жыл бұрын
Great video keep it up I learned more then wht I did in school
@1978carpenter
7 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!
@TatzzmTatzz
4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much I really appreciate yr video, cause iam one of those guys that was proud enough to ask for help so I get it now you should be a Teacher
@ericmayo9415
5 жыл бұрын
Me an Mexicans can read the hell out um
@theleoj91
5 жыл бұрын
I liked this video, just for the "mmkay's"
@1978carpenter
5 жыл бұрын
New drinking game idea, lol.
@TheFalconJetDriver
3 жыл бұрын
Your presentation would be so much more enjoyable it you did not say “OK” constantly! When someone states “OK” they are subconsciously asking for affirmation that what just was stated is understood. I call this a verbal crutch because you know you will not get any feedback from viewer! They are not present! When you make the “OK statement you are buying time for your brain to formulate your next statement. OK got all that?🤣 This is just a suggestion for you to ponder! 😁🛫
@sunalwaysshinesonTVs
3 жыл бұрын
That's right America. Y'all are holding on to a system that requires an instructional video on how to read...cause counting to 10 is too simple. I suppose as Heston would say, "pry it from my cold dead hands". Weird.
@robertoviacrucis3693
4 жыл бұрын
Most engineer they don't know how to read tape measure.... Mostly in inches from 1/16 to 1/28th... They can't explain direct to there what they are in daily routine being an engineer... Now if no Google they can't direct explain regarding this how to read tape measure....
@porker510
5 жыл бұрын
Does the rule only apply to add all the measurements up from say nothing to the number you’re trying to achieve, only if it’s in eights ?. I noticed when you added up to 7/8 you started with nothing and added all of the marks even though they were 1/8 and 1/4 marks. Just got me a little confused.
@takkikayo
6 жыл бұрын
so instead i say 1/4 i can also say 4/16 or the half is 9/16 am i correct? please give me a higher grade coz i understand already what u are talking about, example 1 inches is 16/16 and the 1/2 is 4/8 and the 1/4 is 2/8 thank you for sharing
@robertbarber2316
6 жыл бұрын
Kind of embarrassing to admit I forgot how to measure smaller than an 8th or a 16th. Always wanted to get into to woodworking as a hobby and now I am just buying the tools. I literally never used a tape measure as an MP in the military though. Combat engineers did save my ass though when I was wounded in Khost Province.
@emcdowell2884
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for teaching us
@olivierroubieu
6 жыл бұрын
I love youtube
@crusadercrazy2010
9 жыл бұрын
People have tried so hard to teach me and I never really could catch on but this made it a bit easier to understand. Thank you will you please do another video on tape measure reading?
@22rodel
7 жыл бұрын
thanks i admit i did not know how to use a tape measures this video helps a lot and forgive my grammar (peace)
@sinzzubz3732
5 жыл бұрын
Does anybody ever notice how many times he said mkay?Hahahah.im sorry I'm sorry. But come on. Hahhahahha . I'm fucken dead. Mkay
@g.sixone4939
8 жыл бұрын
good video, pretty helpful and it does take time. just depends on when the brain is willing to soak it in. took me a while of wingin it. lol
@nickj6275
4 жыл бұрын
Dang you made this so much easier then a co worker yelling at me calling me dumb because I didn’t know How to read a tape measure it was never my thing I was into mechanic work before I got into the construction business I sit down everyday and pull out a random line and try to remember
@lisasnails4210
4 жыл бұрын
Thank u so much this was helpful af ❤️❤️❤️
@1978carpenter
4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@Auzaarnow
7 жыл бұрын
Well explain.
@69adrummer
4 жыл бұрын
I'm right handed but pull with my left. I have yet to find a tape with the numbers right side up on a left handed pull. Make sense?
@adamformanack6700
2 жыл бұрын
Take notes brain,.....😎✌
@Christpher916
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this. It truly helped me out a bunch 🤙✌💚💚
@millzmillz3762
3 жыл бұрын
Science is my forte, I work at an aluminum factory and tho my father is a Carpenter at 39 im embarrassed to not know this.
@Manhua.Addict.Reader
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, i was so afraid to ask someone to teach me haha, been studying engineering but i haven't learn this. :D
@thefirstborncappy
8 жыл бұрын
im from the philippines and we normally use the metric system except in woodwork. im kinda embarassed that i always have a hard time reading fractions and inches. this is a great video to help me understand it more.
@distortiontildeafness
6 жыл бұрын
well done, i actually wasnt too bad with fractions but what threw me off was nominator on the tape measure scale more than the denominator
@Jasmine-hp6gm
Жыл бұрын
I understand how to write it like that but when you go to Amazon it's not written like that it's written like this and I don't understand what this means 8.5"
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