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BTTB Gothic Arch Striking Point Calculator
A simple calculator to determine the distance of the striking points from the springing points on Gothic arches. The striking points will always sit on the springing line. Springing points and striking points on an Equilateral Gothic Arch are the same. For Lancet Gothic arches, the striking points will be measured externally (X) from the springing points. For Drop Gothic arches, the striking points will be measured internally (Y) from the springing points. Simply enter the gi
Peter Roberts
Feb 3


Check with Pythagoras if your corner is square
Enter the measurements for wall length A and wall length B to determine length C. Then check A, B & C to ensure you have set out a 90 degree corner / building. Click here to return to BTTB Calculation Tool Menu
Peter Roberts
Nov 8, 2025


Jack on the Box: Setting out a 2-brick isolated pier
Duration 9:51 minutes In this short video, Jack demonstrates and explains the setting out and construction of the first course of a...
Jack Dawson
Sep 26, 2025


Jack on the Box: Using a line and pins
Duration 7:44 minutes In this video, Jack demonstrates and explains the importance of using a line and pins when setting out and laying...
Jack Dawson
Sep 24, 2025




56. BTTB Setting out a 2-brick twisted pier
Hopefully a useful resource in support of a an extension activity for some apprentices and students. This BTTB animated PowerPoint...
Peter Roberts
Sep 17, 2023


4. BTTB Level 2 Setting Out
15 setting out tasks, issued as a pack or as individual task sheets. Pitched at level 2, however may be useful for stretch and challenge...
Peter Roberts
May 30, 2023
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