MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 26, 2014 I'm just curious if a 48" Drywall T-square / drafting T-square is overkill for doing signs or is it a good size to start off with? I have an 18" plastic one but looking to upgrade to aluminum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skarekrow 1,842 Posted June 26, 2014 I have one hanging on my sign easle that gets used about once a week for something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted June 26, 2014 http://www.dzgns.com/blast2013/emails/15_PAL2_041213/server.html 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 26, 2014 Dakota all fine and dandy but 88.99 or whatever it was compared to 11.88. I have smaller size T-squares. http://www.menards.com/main/tools-hardware/hand-tools/measuring-layout-tools/48-aluminum-drywall-t-square/p-1927163-c-9149.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted June 26, 2014 ahhhh but it is the cool factor at play! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mac6986 93 Posted June 26, 2014 gotta admit, that is pretty neat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
randalle 50 Posted June 26, 2014 Must have that lamp! Love it! I have a T-square, and that lamp would give me back a minute per shirt (or so). It would pay for itself quick enough. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 26, 2014 ahhhh but it is the cool factor at play! I will admit it is a cool factor however sort of a pain to use at the offsite job lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted June 26, 2014 I had one....finally drilled out the rivets, took the short part off, and use it as a nice heavy 4 foot straight edge. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 26, 2014 I have a 4' and 2' t square and use them both all the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay2703 704 Posted June 26, 2014 I have a 4' drywall t-square that I use all the time. http://www.harborfreight.com/48-drywall-t-suare-69244.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted June 26, 2014 think if I really wanted to add a big t-square I would just add one of these and make my ruler do double duty and it would be much heavier dutyhttp://www.uscutter.com/Optional-T-Square-for-Big-Blue-Rulers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 27, 2014 That's all nice but again price I would have to buy big blue and that to make it a t square. Cheaper to buy one already made up and under $15 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted June 27, 2014 I can guarantee with the amount of cutting I do that a big aluminum t-square for drywall would be straight less than a day cutting against it ( the safety rulers are thick, have a gurard and many have a hardened edge you cut against - the reason i have the big blue SAFETY ruler - one jump across your thumb using a thinner one will make you well away of why everyone should have the safety version. mine came years ago on a roof with a square and a utility knife doing shingles. knife came across the thin square, across thumb and when I went to get down the schnauzer had wrapped his cable around the ladder and pulled it down. makes me shiver to just remember it - but like any good handyman I wrapped the thumb best I could with my handkerchief and went back to roofing until someone drove by that could put the dang ladder back up to the roof. blood went well with the desert tan shingles. since then a safety ruler seams cheap. PS Yes I have a big one for drywall - so can make a good comparison. now why do these stories always include a dang dog. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 27, 2014 I used to hang drywall and never bent a square while using it but I can also relate to the knife slipping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mac6986 93 Posted June 27, 2014 .. knife came across the thin square, across thumb ... the worst is a brand new blade, and not even realizing you cut yourself, until you start saying " where the hell is all this blood coming from? OH! its me! " not that I'm speaking from experience or anything 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 27, 2014 I know about knives I have had my run in with them too many times almost cut my finger off once. and sliced others. I'm not to worried about using it for cutting drywall, mainly vinyl with it clamped down. Also just use it for a straight edge to draw lines on coroplast or other signs. I noticed I have gotten worse aligning things. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted June 29, 2014 I have 4 or 5 drywall squares and like Jaybird never bent one. They come in handy for layout on a sign. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
security802 686 Posted June 29, 2014 I have a 4' regular T and then I have a couple 24" and 12" framing squares I use. I am looking for a 24" T that is aluminum now. I seem to "trim" the plastic ones while I cut 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 29, 2014 <blockquote class='ipsBlockquote'data-author="E L Design" data-cid="362995" data-time="1404041766"><p> I have a 4' regular T and then I have a couple 24" and 12" framing squares I use. I am looking for a 24" T that is aluminum now. I seem to "trim" the plastic ones while I cut</p></blockquote> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted June 29, 2014 I bought my 24" aluminum at office max. Works great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted June 30, 2014 your not the only one with those plastic ones Im going to Menards to get one they aren't badly priced. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites