In the video, a person is seen measuring a piece of wood with a white rope. The person is holding the rope in their left hand and using a pencil in their right hand to mark the wood. The wood appears to be a light brown color with visible grain patterns. The person is methodically measuring and marking the wood, ensuring that the measurements are accurate. The video provides a close-up view of the person's hands and the wood, allowing the viewer to see the details of the measuring process.