Buy the stanley for the book, but the best square available is the shinwa stainless steel japanese. Carpenters steel square 400mm x 600mm metric with face graduated every 2mm, reverse of blade every 18 for detailed work. Metric steel rafterroofing square 45530 stanley tools. Made from tempered steel, buffed and with a clear protective. The stanley contractor grade aluminum rafter square is a convenient and easy to use measuring tool that is built to last. The little blue book for roof and stairway layout includes detailed instructions on how to use the speed square and big 12 speed square using the one number method sm for roof layout. Made from tempered steel, buffed and with a clear protective finish and has 15 tables for rafter cuts, roofing pitches and rises etc. Their buildzoom score of 108 ranks in the top 5% of 191,428 florida licensed contractors. A ready reckoner is pretty much a rafter length calculator a book full of tables for working out the rafter lengths quickly and easily. Look on the first line of the roofing square to determine the length of common rafters per foot run. Examples where the unit is used are roofing shingles, metal roofing, vinyl siding, and fibercement siding products.
Even if you care not to apply this information as a diyer you will be well informed if you plan to hire a roofing company to repair or replace roofing. Stanley hi vis dual colour roofing quick square 12 inch stht46011 product option. I discuss a couple of tricks and some practical uses of the swanson speed square. Graduated every 2mm on metric face making any detailed work easy and quick. See photos below of the finished commercial roofing system for arena sports in.
Johnsons 400mm x 600mm metric framing square is everything a builder needs to get the work done quickly, efficiently and accurately. Chappell universal square 7 chappell universal square overview the chappell universal metric framing square incorporates a broad number of new and unique roof framing applications, some of which have never before been available to carpenters before now. Carpenters square made from tempered steel with buffed finish. Overall good book, definitely gives you a good overview if you are unsure which material to use either with siding or roofing. Alliance packaging, with headquarters in washington state, is the northwests largest independent corrugated box manufacturer with a well deserved reputation for producing the very best in packaging products. This free roofing calculator estimates the area of a roof and the amount of materials required to replace or build said roof. Make a mark at the desired pitch on the common top cuts table 1. Findley roofing and building ltd, roofing company, roofers in. Can be used as a saw guide, protractor, rafter square of combination square, with locking adjustable arm for fast, accurate repetition of cuts. Metric roofing carpenters square is designed for all roofing calculations and also the layout of stairs. Established in 1886, nrca is one of the construction industrys oldest trade associations and the voice of professional roofing contractors worldwide. I had my roofing replaced eight years ago and i wish i had read this book then. How much should 23 square roof installation cost with tear. T squared construction llc 1287 36th st, port huron.
If the lumber is not straight, always put the high. Stanleys similar tool is called a quick square and irwins is simply called the rafter square. First find on the inch line on the top edge of the body the figure that is equal to the rise of the roof which in this case will be 8. Stair gauge brass plated include knurled screws 2 pack contractor quality clamps. The illustrations and instructions contained within this booklet are presented as recommended practice, but by no means do they imply that other techniques are not valid or acceptable. The staff at the stanley are wonderful and always willing to give advise or help with any questions you may have. A different kind of square stanley adjustable speed square. If you estimate, install or repair roofing in residential or commercial structures, this book will show you the methods and materials the real pros use the tricks, shortcuts, and estimating formulas that will get you the job, keep your labor and material costs on target, and bring you a healthy profit. For rafters made in 2 x 6s or larger, lay the square body flush with the bottom edge of the rafter and mark along top edge of the square body. Roofing, flashing, and waterproofing for pros by pros.
Stanley premium adjustable quick square layout tool46053. This article explains how to make quick use of a framing square and its imprinted data to get some basic roof measurement data like roof pitch or slope, rafter lengths, and end cuts. Best for a flat pitch roof with 4 inch rise or less. In the roofing world, the term roofing square refers to a roof area of 100 square feet or 9. It includes graduations in 2mm increments as well as metric conversion tables for rafter work. The premium adjustable quick square layout tool is crafted from heavyduty aluminum for. The deep graduations and numbers are filled with yellow paint for superior readability in all light conditions. For example, if the pitch of the roof is 712, look up the number 7 on the square. Get help regarding stanley roofing square for any technical enquiries relating to this product it is best to call the manufacturer, stanley, direct on 01295 234020. Stanley roofing, located in woodinville, is a leading provider of builtup hot roofing to the regions premier companies such as bartell drugs, ivars restaurants, franzgais bakeries, alliance packaging and steadfast development and construction, owners of the everett mall. Books on roofing, books on home improvement, how to hire a contractor, fixing roof leaks, installing asphalt shingles. Stanley roofing led by shaun stanley is a local darwin based roofing company. Ive bought a stanley 1912 comb square 300mm12in 0 46 151 i think, once again, paul talks about it somewhere.
Our mission is to provide the industrys best install techniques using the latest state of the art equipment with superior warranties and service. Saddleback roofing inc, 1010 n batavia st, orange, ca holds a roofing license and 2 other licenses according to the california license board. Our expertly trained roofing technicians installed a 60 mil versico tpo single ply membrane roofing system for arena sports. May 06, 1980 the metric rafter square of claim 1 wherein said square includes a second table defining the angles of cuts for the several roof members and wherein the primary entry thereof is a series of numerical values for millimetres of rise per metre of run and there is provided a multiplicity of parallel series of entries defining the angles of the. Stanley 45910 24inch x 2inch steel rafterroofing square carpentry squares. Marking on an edge or a side of a board can be done. Using roofing square properly screwfix community forum. If i need 30 squares of roofing, how many bundles would i. Quick square and pocket square instruction manual by stanley. Shop stanley carpenters steel roofing square 600 x 400 mm 145530. The information pertains to general roof construction and specifically to the stanley quick. On rafters without an eave, the measuring line is along the top edge of the rafter.
For example, this rafter would be used when remodeling or adding on to an existing structure. Its much easier to say 25 squares than 2507 square feet, and there is less information lost in translation. It is suitable for many roofing and general woodworking projects. Stanley adjustable quick square 046052 old version. Act now though shingles are going up due to oil prices rising. Quick square and pocket square instruction manual by. New stanley metal square, mayes rule level square, johnson 7 angel square 3 out of 5 stars 2 product ratings 2 product ratings new stanley metal square, mayes rule level square, johnson 7 angel square. Stanley roofing in parap, darwin, nt, roofing truelocal. So you need 3 bundles for every 100 square feet 10 foot x 10 foot area which is also known as a square. This is further defined as the number of square feet of material e. Oct 02, 2012 findley roofing and building ltd are the north easts number one roofing company for flat roof and new roofs. Nov 30, 2010 roofing square is the most common measurement unit used by roofers, as well as contractors from many other trades.
Reverse readng scale and crisply embossed metric graduations for easy reading with buffed finish, protective lacquer coated for rust resistance. Stanley 145530 carpenters steel square metric 400mm x 600mm. The best framing square you would want to work with. The metric roofing carpenters square is designed for all roofing calculations and also the layout of stairs. The term roofing square and roof pitch are the most commonly used terms in the roofing industry. Mark along the outside of your framing square to show where youll cut. When you hire by the square you can guarrentee professional, friendly, and quality service every time. We are a construction company that strives for customer satisfaction. Stanley roofing was selected as the trusted commercial roofing specialists to install a new roofing system for arena sports in sand point, wa. You need 30 squares thats 3,000 square feet or 90 bundles. Usually made from aluminum or steel, carpenters squares are etched with tables and numbers that go beyond a simple ruler.
Find the length of a common rafter where the rise of roof is 8 inches per foot run or one third pitch and building is 20 feet wide. On woodworking squares and working wood paul sellers blog. Triangle ruler speed square woodworking measuring tool aluminum alloy new. Roofing square how contractors measure and price roofs. The accompanying 59page swansons little blue book is legendary in fine carpentry and roofing trades for helping to translate speed square measurements to real world applications. How to use a speed square why it might be the most important tool you own duration. Books for roofing contractors roofing contractor magazine. As a doityourselfer, do not let yourself be put off by speed square s emphasis on laying out stairways and roofs. Place the square with its fence on the top edge of the lumber. It is a carpenters square used in roofing and carpentry. It also comes with an extremely informative booklet which clearly explains how to use it. Professional tradesmen rely on accurate measurements. Photo 2 shows how to use the speed square to mark a 3312 degree anglethe same, as you would need on a rafter tail for a roof with an 812 pitch.
It is metric only, graduated every 2mm, figured every 10mm on both sides. Mathematics of a carpenters square abstract the mathematics behind extracting square roots, the octagon scale, polygon cuts, angle and other techniques using a carpenters square introduction the carpenters square was invented centuries ago, and is also called a builders, flat, framing, rafter, and a steel square. Speed square layout tool with plain markings and blue book. Irwin rafter square reference guide complete instruction book. Stanley carpenters steel roofing square 600 x 400 mm 145530. Weve wrapped around it with a new 30,000 square feet of office space, keeping the original brickwork intact, and made it super sustainable, with rainwater harvesting. Swanson 7 speed roofing rafter square with blue instruction book. Made from extra thick abs plastic that can withstand heavyduty use and dropping. Their license was verified as active when we last checked. Ideal for all roofing calculations and layout of stairs. Quick square and pocket square instruction manual by stanley tools. Framing square how to use framing square johnson level. A rafter that sits on top of the main roof without cutting into the main roof. Mar 27, 2020 stanley s roofing inc, 2471 e votaw rd, apopka, fl holds a construction business information license and 5 other licenses according to the florida license board.
Stanley adjustable quick square 10in 0 46 052 adjustable quick square with permanent markings in metric and inches. If you can get it all done for by a licensedbonded roofing company for under 45k take it. It greatly simplifies communication between architects, contractors, roofing manufacturers, suppliers and even clients. Pivot the tool until its square side lines up with the mark 2. Not a complete book on roofing though, just the basics. Ideal for calculating angles for marking seat and plumb cuts on rafters and joists. Get free shipping on qualified carpenter squares products or buy online pick up in store today in the tools department.
Metric rafter square and method of using same the stanley works. A framing square is used in a wide range of specific tasks. Swing the square until you read the desired angle on the boards edge, and make your mark. A carpenters square, also called a framing square, is a versatile instrument for laying out stair stringers, roof rafters and determining angles, among other duties. I cover most of the uses that a hobbyist would need and a few other roof.
I suggest to buy a steel cast one, aluminium alloy ones are cheaper but are often slightly out of square after a while. This steel rafter roofing square has a body length of 600 x 50mm and a tongue length of 400 x 8mm. They also operate facilities located in oregon, idaho, and california, and sell their products throughout the united states and western canada. Dualsided blade with embossed metric graduations on opposite sides. The faithfull roofing square, also known as a rafter or framing square, is a common favourite for carpenters the world over. Their buildzoom score of 106 ranks in the top 7% of 336,931 california licensed contractors.
Stanley carpenters steel roofing square 600 x 400 mm 145. The stanley athens hotel is a four 4 star hotel, located in karaiskaki square near the center of athens. Stanley 45011 contractor grade aluminum rafter square. Figures 1 and 2 on the next page show each type of rafter. Stanley tools zsta460053 sta46053 adjustable quick square 170mm 6. The hotel is spottlessly clean with every amenity you would need including a fitness centre as well as a fabulous roof terrace with a substantial barrestaurant and roof top pool looking out toward the acropolis fabulous. A carpenters framing square includes some tables stamped right into the tool itself. Re roofing check with local code official for re roofing restrictions and landfill disposal should existing roofing need to be removed. The uses arethe framing square can be used in laying out lines.
The square is an imperial unit of area that is used in the construction industry in the united states and canada, and was historically used in australia. I use it with an adjustable stanley quick square and can cut the whole. Stanley roofing square 600 x 400mm specialist measuring. Stanley hi vis dual colour roofing quick square 12 inch stht46011. I got a 60 page book with my square when i bought it, but it was a decent. Explore a number of housing related calculators, as well as hundreds of other calculators covering topics such as finance, math, health, fitness, and more.
Buy vintage try and mitre squares, combination sets along with old rosewood sliding bevels from popular tool makers like rabone chesterman, stanley, moore and wright. Search for other insulation contractors in port huron on the real yellow pages. The metric rafter square of claim 1 wherein said square includes a second table defining the angles of cuts for the several roof members and wherein the primary entry thereof is a series of numerical values for millimetres of rise per metre of run and there is provided a multiplicity of parallel series of entries defining the angles of the. Quick square and pocket square instruction manual book. And reading those graduations and conversion tables is especially easy thanks to johnsons thermalbonded ez read. It does not matter how you arrive at 100 square feet. Tongue body mark along the tongue to lay out the purlin housing angle on the hip or valley rafter use 2. We are directly in front of the metaxourghio metro station, a taxi stand, and tour bus stops, making travel around the city easy and convenient. The stanley roofing square 600 x 40cm from stanley. Square, carpenters roofing, rafter or framing square fig.
Started by steve rolph a proffessional in the buissnes for 15 years. The shingles must be smooth without curling, blisters, etc. Stanley 45910 24inch x 2inch steel rafterroofing square. The markings conveniently include brace measures, octagon scale, board measures and a rafter table. Vintage squares and bevels were often made from rosewood with decorative brass fittings. Stanley sta46053 adjustable quick roofing square 170mm 6.
Protective lacquer coating for durability and rust resistance. At the gateway to the kings cross central development, the stanley building is one of the first examples of social housing in london and as such is listed, and worthy of it too. Re roofing over most existing fiberglass or asphalt shingles can be done with centurydrain. Place your framing square against your 2x12 board, with the outside of the tongue measuring the rise and the outside of the blade measuring the run.
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