WHAT CEMENT SHOULD I USE (Part 2) MIke Haduck

this video i give my opinion on what type of cement I use on different projects, all my videos are my ways and ideas, I always suggest anyone doing any type of work to consult professional help.
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[@markhelms2287]

Mike I don't know how else to say it....I find your videos therapeutic.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mark, mike

[@liderc1589]

Mike Haduck is one of the best things to happen to KZbin. I like his experience, his know-how and his ability to explain the things I want to learn in a way that I'm going to remember.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate it, Mike

[@paulsautocm]

Another professional explanation from a professional and humble mason, thanks for sharing. It is a BIG DEAL.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks paul, I appreciate the kind words, mike

[@bigblue8986]

Agree very good detailed explanation video!

[@chaloperes423]

@@MikeHaduck hi mike i have a question i live in Massachusetts close to new hampshire border i have problem in my basement wall, the wall is built with stone and the mortar is gone all i have is dust around the basement, how much money it cost to fix it, is probably 90 square feet, or if i fix it on my own what product should i use i have something in mind but i want hear from you hope you respond back thanks and have good night!!!!!

[@hungry2hear]

Mike, you are the Bruce Lee of the Masonry Repair world! Thank you for your no-holds barred approach and patience to teach us novices. Thank you for the great world tours as well!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks C, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@Deep_Divers]

Wow! Fantastic to have such a knowledgeable person share their experience. I am now binge-watching your channel. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Deep divers, Mike

[@bellegreycats490]

Hi Mike you saved my walkway this summer. I think I can get 3 years of Portland patch work the Mike Haduck way before it needs to be completely replaced. Love your channel.

[@georgerobinson9776]

I have to do a shout out to Mike. Since watching his videos I've totally resurfaced my fieldstone basement walls and whitewashed them. Huge difference! Then today just finished a 3 month project of rebuilding my 60' - 4' high stone wall! It looks professionally done. Saved huge by doing it myself. Will forever be proud! Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks George, I appreciate it, mike

[@rkfarmranch8214]

I was born and raised the first 25 years in Wilkes-Barre area. I watched your first video today, and then many others and within two minutes of watching you and listening I knew you were from W-B/ Scranton area. We’ve been living in San Diego the past 40 years and now that the kids are grown up we’re coming back Home, buying some land and going to have fun building the last home that we’re going to live in and it’s going to be all stone just like our current house. Your videos are great, it’s really great to hear and see somebody from where we grew up, and I forgot the recipes for walls, stonework and grout and this has been so helpful. Thank you for your video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks RK, I appreciate it, Mike

[@annshr9917]

You're a good teacher, Mike. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and by so doing, help so many people in the world.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ann, Mike

[@elizabethmaher3746]

No can

[@rivenmotors7981]

Hey Mike, another terrific video! Bless you for sharing your experience and wisdom. Always hard knocks out there but you're making them easier to see coming.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Riven, Mike

[@spelunkerd]

I love the way you show enough detail to take us all to the next level. If you're buying premixed products, all those decisions are made for you, with no compensation for location, weather exposure, etc.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks spelunkerd,,, Mike

[@victormarinelli5660]

Mike, thank you. I'm a contractor in Massachusetts. (over forty years) A longtime customer has asked me to do repair work on their brick front steps. Having very little experience with masonry, I needed to research the proper materials and techniques to do the work that's needed. Like so many things, if you know what you're doing and why, it gives you the confidence and peace of mind in knowing you're providing the best service for your customer. I've watched several videos you've posted, and they are an absolute wealth of information. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I can't tell you how much I appreciate you and the information in your videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks victor,, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@tonyromano08]

Very much appreciate all of your insights. I have a brick home in Philadelphia built in 1895. After watching your videos I have a better idea of how to treat/fix the brick. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tony, mike

[@gibsonbuilds4841]

Great video Mike! One thing you touched on that maybe you can expand on another time. Cement products have a shelf life. I try not to use it over one year old. I'm sure you use it up fast but I found out the hard way that after a year or so an open bag even in plastic loses lots of it's strength.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Gibson, I agree, mike

[@edcosman5957]

I live in northern Illinois our winter temperatures are very up and down also, so I have been following your methods. Also all the good mason's in our area have passed on. Thank you for passing along all your knowledge it's greatly appreciated.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ed, mike

[@TamCatG]

I’m in Illinois too, in Kankakee County. I’m currently doing some painting on my house, but luckily I stumbled across Mike’s videos to learn how to do tuck pointing make some patches on my sidewalk and driveway. Our weather is pretty similar to Pennsylvania so I’m going to give Mike’s tips a try.

[@johnrobinson4061]

Once again learned more from one video than an entire week in school.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Johnny, moke

[@deechiodo6738]

Just hearing your words, "horizontal surfaces=Portland...vertical=Mortar" has helped me alot! Thanks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dee, Mike

[@McFingal]

When I was a kid working in Philadelphia, we used a 1/2 cement 1/2 lime, 7 shovels of sand.

[@cowboybuilder]

That's soft as anything.

[@dimitarpetrov9447]

Finally, someone to explain the basics! Thank you Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@Mr_Sh1tcoin]

Mike I've been waiting 8 years for "WHAT CEMENT SHOULD I USE (Part 2)", please do Part 3 in 4 years next time!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mr G, I been thinking about it, Mike

[@robertheagy925]

Thank you so much for everything you do Mike. i live in PA as well. and these days i find it hard just to pay someone for help. this video and every video you do is a stress reducer and a life saver. thank you so much.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Robert, Mike

[@Aikidobear129]

It's not often you'll find a pro giving away their secrets to success! Thanks I've been after some straight advice on how and what to mix for different projects for years.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks , Mike

[@leh3827]

I am now blown away.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Leh, Mike

[@JimXultra]

Super helpful. The comments about the ole timers really clicked with me. Thanks for the upload man!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, Mike

[@Candelariasart]

Awesome! This helps immensely! Gives me more confidence in repairing my stone patio. Stellar information….

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@sydneyouellette4044]

I love you! The way you explain is absolutely beautiful clear and to the point. Thank you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sarah, mike

[@michaelkern8856]

Thanks mike. I live in St. Louis and our weather is like yours. Did my first stone wall repair on my house today. It looks good thanks to you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Michael, that's a good thing, Mike

[@covidogkush1747]

i bought a house 11 months ago, the house is 121 years old and has a stone foundation.. thank you for this info. i have a ton of work to get done before the snow starts here is wisconsin

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@johnlilly7552]

Love your videos ive learned so much.im working on a 160 yr old house..your instructions are such a great help...thank you.im in wv

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John, Mike

[@xenawolf]

We live 30 or so miles north of you, thanks for the great info, saved me a lot of money.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@avazquez5852]

Best Portland cement video and information I’ve seen on KZbin. Thank You for your help

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks A, mike

[@arturoborski5909]

Absolutely excellent!!! It is gratifying to listen to someone, who, not only knows what he is talking about, but also, the added, 'common sense,' angle 'mixed-in' and, not too much sand... [My Glaswegian sense of humour.. :)] I am retired, but Volunteer for the River & Canal Trust in England, UK mostly around London. At the moment, one of the jobs I do, is pointing the support brick-work of a190 year old, 'Listed Bridge.' The vagaries of the weather also tantamount to the mix being used? They are using... 3:1:1/8Lime... with a flush finish.... Will be watching more of your videos in the future... :)

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Artur,,,Mike

[@LiterOfFarva]

Mike, I am a huge fan of your work and appreciate the knowledge you are willing to share. One question I have is that in this video, you described repairing a foundation wall using only sand and S mortar. But in previous videos, you had said that you have to put portland in the mix to hold up to the extreme weather conditions in your area, which I can relate to being in Minnesota. Can you clarify this?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Steve Every situation is diffrent, sometimes wetting the surface is enough, but wetting it first and adding the Portland paint as a old school bonding agent never hurts, my opinion, thanks Mike

[@LiterOfFarva]

@@MikeHaduck Hey Mike, I am not sure that you understood the question. It was in regards to the type of mix used to repair a foundation. The reason I was looking for clarification is that I live in Minnesota and have to repair the exterior of my poorly done concrete foundation. I am concerned about the freeze thaw cycles and want to make sure I use the right mix to hold up to that weather. Thanks!

[@deanjones7220]

Great job Mike, I was hoping that you would do another one of these videos on which cement I should use. Keep em coming! Amen (So be it).

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dean, Mike

[@prsguitars42]

Followed all your tips and walkway restoration came out beautifully......

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks prs,, Mike

[@jimstools3937]

Mike Your Videos You Show Are Top Notch. You Learn So Much. Thank You For Sharing.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, Mike

[@matthewmcbeth4099]

Blocked in my basement window wells this weekend. Wound up being a 3 day ordeal after digging them out enough to work with and have solid bricks to start with. Glad to see you don't mind spec mix! I was told to use it without compromising. It doesn't look near as pretty as your work does but it should do the trick! Inner foaming the whole foundation and plastering the outside. Thanks for all the advice Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Matthew, mike

[@cndbrn7975]

I'm patching my parents porch. Using a mortar sand mix that has portland already but gonna add a bit more. Then patch up the little bridge out back that goes over the creek. Same mix plus I'm gonna make the portland/water paint, wet it all before ;) Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@hardcoreharold5677]

Definitely more like the Chuck Norris of masonry. Thankyou for all the good advice Mike Haduck !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks hardcore,,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@LouRock]

i needed to see this video im a roofer learning to do small chimney work so i dont have to count on masons to complete my jobs so ill become a halfway mason

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Lou that will work, I have a whole series on chimney repair, Mike

[@oscarorea2011]

No big deal Mike... I will watch part 3, 4, 5, 6, if need be. THANKS MIKE STAY HEALTHY.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks oscar, Mike

[@mariepatten4458]

I went to lowes and to get some motor repair, they couldn't tell me. Glad I found you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Marie, Mike

[@devoncole9020]

Mike is 100% correct about concrete mix if mixing with rock sand and Portland if you increase the Portland in ratio from what directions on bag suggest you will get better preforming stronger concrete for cold climate and easier more correct finishing process on the surface so it will resist degrading outside with freeze and thaw, it works like mike says he’s the man

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Devon, Mike

[@braddeyoung8701]

Great video, Mike. You answered so many questions I had.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks braddey,, Mike

[@JoseFlores-or8rb]

You are an expert and your information is simple and easy to understand I really appreciate your knowledge and believe me it really helps thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jose, Mike

[@bobmyrick3564]

Hi Mike, On both of my foundation patches I followed your mix, 2 sand one Portland. Here in west Texas, and it works great. You are a God. 😎🙏 Thanx for sharing ur knowledge. Bob

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bob, I am glad it worked out, mike

[@doyrayburn2668]

Finally! I know what I need to do for my stone chimney repoint. Thank you!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Doy, mike

[@TheSchuey1]

Mike, your videos have been a huge help over the years. Thanks for posting. I'm in Nova Scotia and suspect our winters might be older than yours but overall the weather is similar. We have a stone fireplace in the backyard that needs repointing. I can source N type pre mixed mortar locally. Would that be a good option? Thanks again.

[@MikeHaduck]

HI, the indiana limestone hand book recommends , page 23, 1 part portland,1.part lime, and six parts sand, me I like it stronger for pointing in my area, lots of controversy over mixes, I have a whole playlist on "repointing stonework" , on patios I use 2 sand on portland, for stone, I show what I use and why in each of my videos, I hope it helps, Mike

[@spenmac]

Nice vid Mike, i was never quite sure of the differences or the where and when. Masonry isnt my skillset, im computer engineer by trade. But after watching all of your vids over the years i reckon i could do a reasonable job to help a friend etc.

[@michaelkern8856]

I am a retired computer guy and did a repair on my stone wall on my house today, thanks to mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Spen, Mike

[@prsguitars42]

Mike, I'm going to re-point my fieldstone walkway here in connecticut which has weather pretty much the same as pennsylvania. You said to use 1- part portland cement to 2 -parts and for flat surface but what about the lime? Doesn't it have to be added? And the 's' mortar for vertical work has lime so just add sand/water so to the point, the lime tends to make a weaker mix? A bit confused.....

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi prs, I got a video out called, "lime, mortar or portland," what should I use? And a playlist called repoiting stonework, that should help, thanks Mike

[@prsguitars42]

​​@@MikeHaducko.k., Thank You!!!...will watch!!

[@prsguitars42]

o.k...... saw part 6....it's like the clouds parted!!!! ....Thank You!!!!

[@chrisgallagher85]

Man - this is a banger video. Thanks for sharing your wisdom good sir.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, Mike

[@sudburyhouse]

Thanks mike, terrific information here! With so many DIY’ers including myself this info is much appreciated!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John, Mike

[@T.E.P.]

I know you have made other videos like this and I still really appreciate it when you revisit these lessons. thanks always Mike! edit: had to watch twice because it looks like the video is doubled up ..... it's the same video twice. repetition is good repetition is good!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Thor, I did that purposely, thanks mike

[@adriennem3168]

Thank you! Best video explaining all this. I was so confused lol.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks adrien,, Mike

[@tedmorella9773]

Thank you Mike Very informative review! You make things very simple for the DIY’er Needed this review have a three high brick planter wall needs repairs. Thanks again Mike

[@cherylmccollum537]

You make everything seem like it can be fixed with no problem. Thats what I need to hear!!

[@georgerotundo5067]

i live just north of you in new york and you're my go to reference for all things cement!! we have the same weather.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again George, mike

[@josephfreeman6083]

Thanks for the info. Daughter just bought house in the Poconos. 1870 build year. We have hole in the stone foundation.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joseph, I am sure you will do fine, Mike

[@test40323]

When i was young i though Portland cement was only available from Portland. :-D Thinks for clarifying this confusing topic for me!

[@mjstecyk]

Maine or Oregon haha? It actually named for the Isle of Portland off southern England where limestone is quarried - Portland cement is supposed to resemble that stone.

[@test40323]

@@mjstecyk, thanks. :-D

[@mjstecyk]

@@test40323 Here is the source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portland_cement

[@pghguitarist]

This is great. I'm in SW PA. Attempting cinder block porch repair. Really useful info.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jason, Mike

[@daviddixon2209]

I just finished a small sidewalk in my garden. I had type S mortar laying around so I mixed it 2 parts mortar to 1 part Portland. No big deal.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi David, it might be ok, time will tell, mike

[@mikeysback70]

David ,I just did a walkway for a customer ( brick border and flagstone in the center). I used the same (2 parts type s to 1 part portland). I live in Alabama and I could hardly get it used up before it set up on me. I laid a stoop out if the same stuff several months earlier and it's so hard ,you'd have a hard time breaking it up with a jack hammer. Anyway, I think Mike is right about it depends on your location. Cheers!

[@veronicianyveronica5290]

Thank you Mike for your knowledge and teaching.👍👍👍👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Veronica, Mike

[@JimmyLarsen1]

Amazing guy! Awesome work. Much love from south New Jersey, I’ve learned a lot from your videos and I pass on your knowledge and wisdom. Hoping to get my degree at MHSOHK someday!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jimmy, I appreciate the kind word, Mike

[@frederickpalmateer7]

When I first started watching Mike’s content, I wasn’t sure if I should buy a pointed trowel first or buy a banjo first. What an inspiration! And then I saw this video… At 8:10, I thought for sure I heard the voice of Sam Kinison talking about solving the world hunger problem. I had to laugh out loud.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Fredrick, Mike

[@dwillis55dw]

CLASS IN SESSION THANKS👍👍 MR HADDOCK

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,Mike

[@PickledHumann]

Very good teaching in this video. Learned a lot from this. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Kev,, Mike

[@tencyross3156]

Thank you so much for all of your fantastic information! I found your channel by chance and your a wealth of information. I feel like now I can tackle my repair work.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tency, mike

[@tencyross3156]

Mike Haduck Masonry I wish I could post pictures of what I did thanks to your inspiration. “Don’t make a project out of it just get it done”

[@als1023]

Thanks for all the detail, great overview, I needed that.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again, Mike

[@MrStuffdude]

Thank you! I commented on another video with foundation work but this does help - Why do you cap some foundations with cement or mix but not others? Why not let the stone face show and just repoint? How far in should I pack mortar on old stone foundation? Sorry for all the questions but thank you for your time!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi MeStuff, each situation is diffrent ,so I showed what I did and used, it's not all black and white, thanks Mike

[@Thunderroad8517]

Hey Mike thanks for the videos and the teaching as well. I just parged my foundation on the outside. I live in Ottawa Ontario. I used 1 Portland and 2 sand. I hope that’s not a mistake because I have more to do. Hope you can reply. Thanks in advance for your time.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Michael, I have done it before like that and haven't had a problem, thanks mike

[@dougsherman1562]

Great video Mike! Lots of good information, well wishes from the SF Bay area of California. We are building like crazy out here!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Doug, Mike

[@notbraindead7298]

I started not having a clue. After Mikes video, I now have a pretty good idea of what it is I don't know. I will check out his video for "beginners" and try bring myself up to speed. Then I'll enroll in the S.O.H.K.!!😊

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@chrisconstantino6423]

Mike, I'm repairing a cement block foundation that moved due to ice jacking in the winter. I live in the Detroit area. what should I use to fill the block when I move it back to help make sure the block stays put? thanks for all your videos, I've learned a lot

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Chris, I can't say for sure unless I seen it, but I have a lot of Fondation repair and retaining wall repair videos might help, thanks Mike

[@jasonbingham1818]

Mike, love your video's! I have watched at least 8 hrs of different videos you have produced. You are humble and give sound advice. I am in desperate need of your advice on 2 different questions. I live in Utah, so the temperature varies 90+ to 30+/- degrees. with rain, snow and Ice. #1 What type of Cement or Mortar should I use to fill in *A possible void underneath my concrete slab (The pad is 8' x 18') *cement driveway is approximately 20 Degrees. 5 years ago we had an earthquake, and I am seeing cracking within the last few years. The crack runs parallel to the 8' section 5' away from the garage. I will be cleaning the crack as far as I can go, but most likely there is a void under the concrete slab. I was thinking Cement-All and just keep pouring untill I see the product come up about 3/8 from the top, then caulk it and add Portland cement as shown in video-minus the Mortar (2 parts sand and 1 part Portland cement. #2 3' x3' pad. I know there is definitely a void under the pad approximately 2" ( I can see it when I was doing repairs on my sprinkling system valve box. Unfortunately, this was underneath the rain gutter (end cap) and water has created this void. I have raised the rain gutter. What product should I use? I have ordered from amazon "Great-Stuff" expansion foam (fire retardant and water resistant). I was planning on using this product to fill the void underneath this pad, and the use Cement-All to fill and float as shown as per your videos. There is so much out there to fix the problem! After watching your videos, I want to do it the correct way. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for addressing answers to peoples questions! After seeing your videos, I should have told the concrete mixers a specific mix for my concrete retaining wall where I poured it monolithic style wall. Its been 10 years and no cracks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jason, it's impossible to give that kind of advice unless I was there to see it. I have videos on concrete sidewalks or foundation repair where you might find something similar, some times I just fill voids under sidewalks or patios with a crushed stone dust or sand or rock, everything depends, thanks Mike

[@jasonbingham1818]

@@MikeHaduck Thank you for your goodness and for your careful and honest situation. I totally understand and respect as to your reply. I have been a machinist of 30 years plus and tend to be a perfectionist. Straight Portland I saw on Amazon was $300.00 range for a bag. I saw on your video the two different types of product you mentioned. For white washing is the product? I cannot see the bag. I wish I could meet you “ no big deal “. That’s my favorite line. I’m enthralled by your videos. Thank you for making the world a better place for beginners! And most of all the prompt reply. God bless you!

[@jasonbingham1818]

Clarification for the Portland whitewashing?

[@jeffmattero8500]

Sorry, but I am a little confused. What I call mortar is a mixture of sand and cement. You are calling one of the bagged products "mortar", but, if I am understanding correctly, that bagged product must be mixed with sand to create mortar. The bagged product is not mortar, it is used to make mortar. Can you tell me what I am missing?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jeff, if your confused so isn't everybody else, it all new school mixtures they confused every body with, s,n,o, etc, it was all lime or mortar now this, thanks Mike

[@brickbybric]

Jeff your completely correct . The bagged product that Mike calls mortar is in fact masonry cement , you mix sand with masonry cement ( and of course water ) to make mortar suitable to lay brick and concrete block etc . In the trade American bricklayers commonly call masonry cement ( mortar) so if a mason goes into a builders supply store in the USA and asks the guy behind the counter for 10 bags of s mortar the guy will know what the mason is asking for is 10 bags of type s masonry cement . I’ve mentioned it to Mike before that he should be calling masonry cement by its proper name to avoid sowing confusion . A lot of the people viewing the channel wouldn’t be professionals so its better to use the correct terminology when your trying to educate people .

[@brickbybric]

@@MikeHaduck Mike I’ve pointed it out to you before your use of incorrect terminology is causing confusion .

[@oceanbreeze5223]

Mike I Love The description of each...Tysvm ❤️ But Just Add Water In the Yellow bag there would be My favorite 🤣😂 Forgive me....but from a woman's point of view..... depending on how I'm using it for what I'm using it for makes plenty of sense, also living in Pennsylvania...🤣😂💗

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ocean, those foundation repair videos should help, thanks Mike

[@markm8995]

Hi Mike, I was taught in 1970, that before you use a bag of cement, you need to dump the whole bag out, mix it up dry first, for consistency, then you can use it……does that still apply with the bags of cement today?.....Thanks, Mark in Dunstable, MA.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Mark, that's very true, we still do , thanks Mike

[@patrickcooley6849]

Well done video. Mix design is somehow still black magic in masonry and almost nobody understands it. Mike's viewers seem to be mostly do it yourselfers when actually I feel his target audience is real deal masons. I've restored several limestone foundations that were built in the late 1800s/early 1900s and lime was of course always used. It comes out as sand and dust. Indoor restoration mix design is definitely definite than exterior mix design especially for work done in the northern part of America. Doing restoration work often means fixing do it yourselfer attempts to simply cover up the wall or patch for short term solution. Usually to hide the problem for selling the building. Really enjoy these down to earth and historical videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Patrick, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@frankflanagan4360]

Great video Mike. Thanks for sharing.... I learn something everytime!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Frank, Mike

[@bcavazos72]

MIke, I love your videos! You make everything look so easy... What mix would you use for a house made completely of red bricks in 1905, in Southern California? I currently starting to have an area that is exposed to moisture, where the stucco has fallen off, notice that I do need some minor repointing. The current rain isn't helping the situation.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Ben, I can't say, every area is a bit different, I would ask some of the local guys, thanks Mike

[@bcavazos72]

@@MikeHaduck Or I could fly you in to Los Angeles 😀👍

[@oldworldchris4187]

Good lesson thanks, I like working with cement!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, mike

[@darcymunro8930]

Thank you for your useful information about the difference cements and uses ,from Australia

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Darcy, mike

[@Mikidy303]

Hi MIke, Thanks for the video. I mostly use rubber cement out here. LOL.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, good idea, lol, Mike

[@Marcoosianism]

That must be what they use for the flexible joints in earthquake-proof buildings :)

[@FAFOSanders]

Thanks for your tutelage Mike🧱you make it so simple to understand.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you. Mike

[@libbysnowflake6911]

This was incredibly useful. Thanks for the education!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Libby, mike

[@1956vern]

Thank you Mike! I did not know about those different mix’s

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks average girl, Mike

[@briandorais3690]

Thanks for the great videos Mike. I’m in southern CT and need to repoint some stone steps that are getting wobbly. Does the temperature matter, is it too cold for this work? Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Brian, I did a video called, concrete, brick ,block, in freezing temperatures, Mike haduck, I am usually satisfied if I can keep the material from freezing for 3 days, thanks Mike

[@briandorais3690]

@@MikeHaduck thanks Mike. I found that video and watched it too. About to go out and try repointing my steps. Wish me luck

[@robertfreitag7328]

Mike, I love your videos. I recently bought a house which was built in 1899. It has Limestone foundation walls. They need some tuck pointing. I live in Northern Illinois up near the Wisconsin border. What would you use? Thanks

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Robert, I have a lot of videos "repointing stonework" Mike Haduck, that should help, I show what I use and all my techniques, thanks Mike

[@didymussumydid9726]

Try researching lime putty and lime plaster

[@mk8530]

I am resurfacing my driveway, with Top'nBond @ 1/4". so far its doing very well. (I have used your technique, using a straight edge, and troweling it, then sponge floating). I am interested in your opinion on this, as to its longevity, and anything else you can offer. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, I never used it for driveways, let me know, mike

[@samsngdevice5103]

I have a question for Mike. I watched one of your videos of you repairing deteriorated Stone foundations, where the motor was completely deteriorated and dried out and just touching it would cause it to fall to the floor. I believe in the video you first got it wet, then did Portland paint, and then used mortar that was modified with a little bit of Portland cement for strength. On the second day you added a final topping and verticaly smooth the surface. I can't find the video but I'm sure you remember it. My project is very similar. I live in Minnesota and in Minnesota, thousands of years ago, the Ice Age carried Mega boulders all across the land. Farmers have to remove these big rocks constantly to prevent damage to their harvesters and eventually delopers come in to sell this land as hobby farms and then instead of removing the boulders they are reused as a back yard boulder wall with a very nice fire pit. Perfect.... It seems.... In about 5 years, after paying millions of dollars for your hobby Farm, dream Home, Critters, burrowing animals, Chipmunks, mice, begin to go into the crevices of the boulders digging out the fabric and making it their home and as a repopulate the children move down the wall turning the boulder wall into a critter condominium which sounds cute but has health concerns. If one of your children reaches into the Hall and gets their fingers bit they must be taken to the hospital and tested for rabies So basically my question for Mike is using the video you showed earlier, which Portland cement do I use for Portland painting on boulders and next which mortar should I pick out at the Home Center? Also would you be offended if I sent you a PayPal donation for Consulting with your professional expertise?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, one thing I can't do is give advice over the internet, I just show what I did in my situation, and I hope it gives people food for thought so they can make better decisions, PayPal helps with camera equipment etc, but I been thinking of dropping it, and I just put consultant at the end to request inspection reports from inspectors which they never give, if that all makes sense, mike

[@samsngdevice5103]

@@MikeHaduck Mike that makes complete sense. Can you instead send me a link to the videos related to stone foundations regrouting with mortar and Portland painting? Basically I am trying to grout a landscaping boulder wall with mortar so it isn't a critter condo association. Thanks again. Dave

[@raymondhogue1]

The best I’ve watched these videos a few times 👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@thehalfnam4331]

You spoke well in this one Mike good video long time subscriber here

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@suep4530]

very interesting! never realized there were so many variations on things.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sue. Mike

[@ianfuller4485]

Mike Love your video's, formed out a chimney crown here in NY, Mixing 2 Sand/ 1 Portland, do you use a latex additives, or bonding agents? Keep up the good work!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Ian, no just Portland and sand most of the time, I got a whole playlist on chimney repair, and show what I used in each circumstance, thanks Mike

[@WADS-rr9wy]

So I have concrete that is cracking under both ends of my main header. Still 2 sand to 1 Portland? I tried a premix of some sort but it doesn’t stick vertically only works well horizontally - just really became a mess. I am learning more about this type of work. thanks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Thomas, I can't say unless I was there, I have videos on lentil and clockwork that might help, thanks, mike

[@alejandrorivera1782]

Thank you for this video sir. I love it. I'm definitely subscribing.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ale,, Mike

[@bearthepug888]

I m building a fish pond with concrete blocks and cement. First, I am using motar mix (Portland and sand) to lay the blocks together. Second, I am using the same motar mix to seal the block walls. The question is: should I add porcelain tiles so that water does not get into the motar? Or should I buy some concrete sealer instead? Will appreciate your help.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi bearth, I never seen anything like that work unless they had a liner, thanks Mike

[@pvtimberfaller]

“Portland “ in Portland cement refers to the color. It was originally developed as a skim coat to mimic Portland stone.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ross, Mike

[@gonzonyc]

Hey Mike. Do you have a fix for concrete decks that have large pieces missing from underneath and how to keep the cement mix from falling? Great videos from a fan from 1890's NYC home.

[@MikeHaduck]

I have something comming up in a few weeks on the lip of the concrete porch was knocked off , and I fixed it, thanks, mike

[@JoeBManco]

Your videos make an excellent education. What do you suggest for around the Flint Hills east of Wichita Kansas? I am digging out my crawlspace and I'm keeping many of the limestone rocks that I'm digging up to use as pillars under the house. Could I use these rocks and cement if I decide to make it a basement? The first 20 inches of what I'm removing is dirt, and then after that it is all limestone and clay. The original part of the house was built in 1901 without digging out the dirt which has caused the floors to be uneven.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi bike, I got a whole playlist " foundation repair" Mike haduck, I am sure you will get a lot of the info you are looking for, thanks Mike

[@JoeBManco]

@@MikeHaduck Are you suggesting your series on Stone Foundation Repair?

[@palmeredwards7138]

Thanks so much! your videos Realy help me so much be lost with out them....

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Palmer, Mike