The Basics of Building an Outside Masonry Fireplace (Part 2)

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[@kmnmalaska]

I'm almost 61 years of age, and have been a self-employed carpenter for 30 of those years. You have learned your trade well, and that's not all that common today. Great job!

[@kennygrant4301]

I hope your son is learning everything he can from you because you my friend are a true craftsman.

[@Mrwesmrwes]

Nice job man! Probably the best video I've seen showing all the steps to building a fireplace.

[@dhebert715]

I can watch this all day. Great job!

[@Brian-uy2tj]

I watched part 1 just before watching this. Both are really well done with good information and none of the fluff and ego that so many videos are plagued with. I can highly recommend these to anyone wanting to learn about this aspect of masonry. Thank you for posting them.

[@duffymoon8365]

Thanks for the straight forward tutorial. I was a pleasure to learn from you.

[@jeffreytrapiss8177]

Unbelievable……so talented. Such a hard physical job and rare to find people like that these days

[@hcervantes]

I truly enjoyed watching your videos. I picked up some great ideas for my outdoor fireplace! You are a true artist!

[@Mike-rv4th]

That’s gorgeous ! Nice job, thank you for sharing your expertise!!

[@paulholloway4224]

Great craftsmanship and a great teacher!

[@jamiewoodard2380]

You're a fantastic mason. I've been looking for a video on how to build a proper fireplace and you nailed it. Thank you.

[@Chief351L]

Luke...You are a rarity to see these day! I challenge you to do another series brother! You have the knowledge, skill and an audience that wants to learn the right way. Great video; Great Job!!!

[@j.dtruths5577]

This is a Real Professional Mason, This is the Guy Everybody Want's to Know and Have as There Go To Guy! Just Fabulous! J...

[@MarcGoudreau]

Great Video Luke. I'm not sure I can even remember some of the tricks and common sense knowledge you givere here, the things that make brick and masonry work more an art than a trade. I learned a lot watching you... many thanks.

[@gemgari]

It's a pleasure watching a true craftsman work his craft.

[@leviridge3307]

ive worked with many masons and contractors and this guy Rocks.

[@bjkjoseph]

Just the bricks alone looks great to...must be a great sense of accomplishment..great job.

[@darrylsmart1783]

Nice job !! Great to see father and son team !!

[@jackdotzman2908]

You’re an artist with stone. My gosh you do beautiful work. From Missouri

[@johncowan5706]

You do very nice work. Thank you for sharing!

[@urielalvarez0796]

this is the only video i found that actually explains in a way that its easy to learn thank you badass workby the way

[@acourtneyification]

A true craftsman at work. Glad to see he is passing on his knowledge to his son. Like the duct tape bandage on his finger - hardcore!!

[@randyjohnson3412]

Ah man I really wanted part 3. Great video and excellent work. The guy has a knack for explaining things perfectly.

[@myoneblackfriend3151]

That looks beautiful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@anthonysantillo1358]

From one Mason to another Great job, like the fireplace,Copied yr plan.THANK U,

[@timffoster]

Wow! There is a LOT to like here, starting with Luke's master craftsmanship. ...trying not to be intimidated.

[@grktycoon]

I have to say you sir are an outstanding mason, very particular of how it should look and planned it perfectly, i wish I had your talent congrats.

[@leet5357]

pure craftsmanship ! it was fascinating to watch. thanks for sharing

[@missffinley]

Uncommon craftsmanship. Superb masonry skills!

[@lionelyarber4693]

GREAT JOB!! ...from start to finish.

[@tomgaffney6570]

Wow, Wow, Wow. Great job, professional in every way possible. Really enjoyed it Luke ! Thanks

[@petecostanzo]

This guy has forgotten more than I'll learn in the next 20 years, A true craftsman in every sense of the word.... I wish I had this skill to try out a fireplace in my new home...

[@ainsleybuttocks5689]

You can tell by the guys hands he has a lifetime of hard honest work!

[@wfodavid]

This guy is an ARTIST! Never knew this was so involved. DAM!

[@tonybiller6378]

As a former Stone Mason myself...it's good to see an old school video on here. Great work. Immediate fan. Keep it up pal !

[@Fordman0429]

Awesome job! I’m a mason myself and I can say that’s some great craftsmanship

[@hiddenarcade638]

i find myself learning the trade now as my job is being a tender, very helpful videos. Thanks for posting

[@DRock68]

My father was a master Mason, I was always amazed at how you guys did your work. Amazing looking fireplace and home. Just beautiful, really enjoyed watching.

[@jaredquerengasser2258]

You are an incredible craftsman! Superb job. I’m having a fireplace/wood fired oven built right now and I have started to watch how others have tackled similar projects. I’m sure that you never lack for work and have an excellent reputation wherever you live. Best wishes!

[@andrewnowell9908]

I'm starting a fireplace for my Pavilion. This is a fantastic video explaining everything from start to finish.

[@bigonprivacy2708]

Wow, just outstanding worksmanship!!

[@craigc5227]

Wow! Excellent work and thanks for sharing.

[@1kpopjunkyUSA]

Watched from beginning to end ...fascinating.

[@richuncle3203]

Excellent instructional video. I would probably never tackle something as large as this project but the tips are memory worthy, J bolt for cleaning the mortar joints, Old carpet for cleaning the firebrick and duct tape on a finger for first aid which I've used in the past, whatever works! Mr. Huckabee you are a artist as well as a craftsman, thank you!

[@chrisask2065]

Absolutely. This is true art and craftsmanship caught on film. I hope his boy is paying close attention because you can’t learn this overnight.

[@ownmyowns28]

This dude is a professional. Impressive job. A true craftsman is always fun to watch

[@geinsteder]

You are a true master at your craft!! It’s a dying bread to see such beautiful work.

[@ainsleybuttocks5689]

Bread is it !

[@BlondeErin1992]

Well done!!! A pro at work! Travis

[@Comeandtakeit1]

I would work for you for free on my days off, this knowledge is payment enough. Much respect.

[@duffymoon8365]

A smart work ethic is always preceded by ambition and hunger. Stay hungry my friend!

[@grimyworm6630]

Wow... Very professionally done, it's a joy watching an expert at his work, thanks so much for sharing much appreciated. Many Regards from the UK

[@davidholmes4257]

Excellent sir. I have been at it for a while, part timing it. You know your numbers and design. Superb.

[@premierlandscape448]

Amazing video and job thank you for the video and your thoughts

[@87clami]

Wow! This was great and it helped me to understand the construction. Thank you!

[@alexgladstone3239]

Reminds me of working with the old man I'm 3rd generation Mason now dad is retired grandpa is gone. You're the real deal, jack lines, no gloves, crick level 👌 leather handle rose trowl. Verified Master passing his legacy on.

[@tradparker4902]

Even if you were not looking for a video to watch to help demonstrate how to lay stone everyone should take the time and watch this one. It will teach you to appreciate and see what true talent goes into building something like that. A very enjoyable and educational video.

[@ironheadbiker]

Brother, you are the Charlie Daniels of chimney building. Great to see a father and son working together. Fun fact** hall of Famer receiver Jerry Rice got his "soft hands" because his father built chimneys, and his dad would throw the brick up to Jerry on the scaffold. His dad would never look up, just get the next brick and toss it up. Jerry smiled and said he never dropped a brick. Thanks for a great video.

[@MichaelSchwark-yn3jb]

Work to admire. And best thing to see your son seems to catch up with what you are doing. There´s so much sissy pseudo academic occupational therapy nowadays and it gets harder and harder to find a real craftsman, even if you are willing to pay what their work and dedication is worth. Thumbs up!

[@shaunraimbault4849]

Nice job!. Looks real good.

[@brucewilliams6409]

Great informative video's, I like watching a professional do his work

[@kranson8514]

Pleasure to watch both videos, well explained and demonstrated. Loved the end product and your name sir.👍

[@buckmastertate1]

Great video Old school skills Awesome

[@texasaggie8449]

Dude that is part engineering and part art. You sir are a master craftsmen. 👍🏻

[@BigDudditz]

The four guys that gave this video a thumbs down can take a flying leap off a tall building.You my friend are an outstanding Mason. Two thumbs up.

[@jaybird9283]

Good work, True Professional!

[@dryanhigh]

Nice work, appreciate the video, time, and explanations...

[@dennisvanderbur5817]

True craftsman. I wish you were in Tn to build my fireplace.

[@me-cq7wv]

Brickie guys are alway huge. Look at the size of his hands. He actually lifted that fire place 🔥 in complete one go. :). Fun aside good advice and thanks for sharing.

[@houstonsheltonbees814]

Great job 👍 and tips 👍 especially checking that damper at the end of every day for falling mud. Cool two part series.

[@arvitrystemi4546]

You don't have to do it every day just throw sand once the dumper is on and clean it when you done , unless you are really messy mason

[@houstonsheltonbees814]

@@arvitrystemi4546 thanks 👍 good health and God bless

[@ericmercer8411]

I too think you are true craftsman. I love how you share you knowledge with others. I share this video with my masonry class, but I have to caution my students to take heed about not wearing a dust mask and not wearing safety glasses while cutting any masonry.

[@ferulloscoasting6432]

I just have to say I hope you dont stop making these. As a fellow craftsman journeying out from his trade to others we need more examples of your skill to properly understand. Way to go Brother!!!

[@fasoldtgardens9585]

Very nice craftsmanship. Thanks.

[@pascualjuan2860]

Great video, I applaud you sir 👏🏼

[@petr7856]

Magnificent! Thanking you.

[@majorpayne5289]

Such an awesome talent 👍

[@CavemanAF]

Like all the others have said, it was a pleasure to watch a real craftsman. Very informative video series and enjoyable to watch. Liked and subbed!

[@rofaiva3351]

i enjoyed watching this..awesome!

[@jescojesco2494]

Awesome work.👍🏻

[@thecraftycorner4002]

That man is still built like a brick house. I bet he was a beast in the 80's and 90's. I love to see these career trades men do their amazing skills. I myself am a framer. But wish at times, I would have been a brick man. These true craftsmen used to be everywhere, now they don't know how looked up to they really are.

[@alexmurillo8447]

Awesome work brotha

[@redlegfirefighter9106]

Thank you for these videos. I'd love the opportunity to work with a man with your knowledge for a while so I could pick up this trade. Great work guys.

[@55tmilam]

Amazing work

[@Crossland-en5hp]

Fantastic work I wish you were in our area!

[@sergiotorres9911]

The force is strong with this one

[@frankflanagan109]

Great job sir!

[@JaimeWulf]

Well done Sir!

[@mariotorres1921]

Very well done sir.

[@jorgelopez3922]

Awesome explaining on the process to build that chimney/fireplace I've been holding back in how to do mine. Now with your tutorial I can take it by the horns. Other videos talk about having a throat and a kung for the smoke to not return to the opening is that required with a offset like u did on the inside? Thanks 👍

[@craighall2819]

Awsome job

[@steezystonks]

I love when chill dudes like this are on a job site with me, lol! Very cool! Does this dude have more vids somewhere?!

[@chrisdoe6890]

Old school true craftsman who knows his shit. Plus teaching his Son a trade that will never be replaced by a Klaus Schlaub or Elon Robot. This is something that can’t be taught out if a text book. Well done my Man great job . Now enjoy a cold one in that Texas heat .

[@darknightstudio2543]

Mate! Awesome video...Helped me heaps....Hope your doing well!

[@kfire01]

This guy equals 3 regular men.

[@carycase5563]

I grew up with this everyday. For me, It is a hobby and am thankful that my father passed this down to me. It's a lost art..

[@FixerMerlin]

At least 3. What an amazing craftsman!

[@carlperkins948]

Nice work!

[@knucklhead]

Much respect-I love learning new tricks and the hanging string lines I will put to good use. How many work days this take you and your son?it was a big project for 2 people but I also prefer me and a good helper.i get more done then trying to babysit the jobsite. Good work 💪👍💪👍💪👍

[@johnnyguthrie7960]

Great job. Looks really good. I’m building an outdoor fireplace and I like your design. I don’t know where to buy a damper like the one you used. And I don’t really understand the transition between the damper and the flu. Thanks

[@caballodeacerocaballodeace4766]

Genial trabajo 👍

[@stevemaloney7305]

Wow, what skill. I watched this with the thought that I could do something like it myself... ahh, no. I don't think so. As Clint says, " a man's got to know his limitations."

[@vbecker1]

well done sir.

[@hollywinsman9464]

Beautiful

[@Kevin15301]

great video