how to block up window. bricklaying tutorial

[@AshleighHarris13]

You made that cement mixing look easy! Good work- we need to do this in our basement!

[@ArbitratorTemplar]

1:08 Hi Stu, I have some newbie questions, so pardon me. What is the gadget you are using here and what is the thing that you put into the wall to attach the wall tie? A screw?

[@carlosbastidas8551]

Well done Stu you are an inspiration to us all...

[@Stucrompton1]

thanks carlos thats very nice of you

[@zedman442]

Good honest work there mate, hand mixing is no easy job. I got a 4'x4' piece of hardboard which I use to make things cleaning up easier. It's cheap enough and easy to transport in the van.

[@Stucrompton1]

cheers mate yeah i said to the customer about putting a board down but because it was all being knocked down and an extension on the side he wasn't bothered about the mess

[@moorshound3243]

Great video thanks for posting. Right off to block up a window now.

[@GuitarGangsta]

great vid. As a noob to masonry, i kinda wanted to see what was used for cutting the block and the procedure

[@peterpeterson9903]

4inch bolster and club hammer is the best bet for block.

[@NickPadwick]

Great instruction. Im blocking two doorways so very helpful 👍

[@olliehd867]

I'm doing bricklaying at college this year , that's why I watch your videos, how did you get into the industry? Any advice?

[@Stucrompton1]

+Ollie HD because it's a creative job just wanted to do it 👍

[@iammontoya08]

what are those things you screwed into the sides for? I'm guessing to increase structural integrity? How many feet before you have to install another set?

[@gregvisioninfosoft]

Any 'tricks' for filling the top-most 'gap' that will be between the 'top course' and the existing framing? In other words- how best to squeeze that grout to the center line of the brick? I have always wondered how that problem is best solved... Thanks.

[@danwalker7744]

Hi mate, is there a reason for no installation, doing mine in a few weeks and was gonna put some in ,but won't if you don't recommend it? Thanks

[@shauntilsed267]

Do you need to use the tie-ins on every course of bricks or just every couple?

[@TheWhiteknights82]

I know it's random, I'm looking at having a window taken out the same size and blocked up with bricks I already have, what's the rough price for this work.

[@BreakBeatStu]

Hey Stu, any ideas how much a typical job like this would cost?

[@briza2022]

I would like to do that to one of my grandma house windows that is falling , since that part is having many windows. I just not know whats the ties that go between the unions.

[@obodude71]

is there a reason you didnt use brick on the outside to blend the wall? just curious!

[@Stucrompton1]

yes mate, they're having an extension so its being plastered.

[@1gambling]

well if it's being plastered why bother to re point it ?

[@Stucrompton1]

i didnt repoint, i just filled and finished the joints so they were full, pride in the job, have you got any other questions?

[@1gambling]

no mate, just want to say I enjoy your video's

[@Stucrompton1]

nice one thanks :)

[@JackBarnes-x5q]

What wall ties are needed please?

[@lulah022]

im Looking to close a window myself, what other materials beside the blocks and cement do i need to close it?

[@boneyblade]

Nice video. I am building a W24'xD12'xH8' breeze block shed (6") and I am not a builder, Just doing it myself. I am putting in about 5 hrs everyday and I can't get faster then 12 blocks a day (no help but my work is top quality because I am perfectionist which is not letting me go fast). Any advice on how I can get going fast and I am using 4:1 for mortar, is that ok or should I go to 3:1? Thanks in advance.

[@Stucrompton1]

+boneyblade when I'm doing repair jobs I always make it stronger 3:1 you don't have to its personal preference. Speed just comes with time mate same with anything else the more you do it the more it becomes second nature.

[@boneyblade]

Thanks for your reply. I made a pillar for door by putting 6" breeze blocks flat on top of each other. Now the wall from the sides have to join the pillar. Do I just join the wall to pillar or do I have to use something in between. I would greatly appreciate if you can share a link from any website about what to use if I have to use something. Thanks.

[@sgtjenko]

Stu I need to block off a small bathroom window which is on the first floor :( - Does the brickwork have to be "toothed" - This will be bricks and not blocks. Cheers mate

[@isakaldazwulfazizsunus7564]

it's better to :)

[@cyborgfpv2378]

Hi Stu great work there did you put any insulation in the cavity as I'm going to have a Go at same kind of job I would like to know what to use in the cavity thanks for your time

[@eddjordan2399]

id imagine that old external wall had no insulation in it and it looks to now be an internal so no need for insulation.

[@martincraggs1162]

Is there no need for insulation when There is no cavity on existing?? Always told cold spots would be a problem

[@CraigToddOfficial]

It's gonna be an internal wall so no insulation necessary

[@harpo187bling]

Nice work again pal

[@Stucrompton1]

thankd harpreet have a nice weekend

[@chrisniss91]

How much would that cost ? Currently trying to get a builder at the moment

[@dominicryan4292]

impressive stuff mate i love your videos. you should consider coming to australia plenty of brickie jobs about!

[@Stucrompton1]

thanks buddy yeah OZ is on my to do list.

[@dominicryan4292]

+stu crompton great rates out here for pay

[@welsh0001]

Did you bend normal wall ties and fix with penny washers? If so, great idea!

[@Stucrompton1]

+Adam Roberts gotta improvise Adam 😀

[@welsh0001]

stu crompton I will be pinching that idea!

[@KTan-u2v]

No insulation?

[@arnoldasliaugaudas4213]

Hey Stu! I hope you resting today... How many coffee cups you drink per day?

[@Stucrompton1]

1 sometimes 0

[@arnoldasliaugaudas4213]

@@Stucrompton1 What you prefer: coffee or tea?

[@fychxhs]

Thanks for this vid. :)

[@fury_2806]

Cool

[@far0n]

I've laid some Staffordshire Blue bricks yesterday having watched your videos. I honestly can't thank you enough, next pay day I'll gladly donate to PayPal. How long should I leave the mortar to set before acid washing or pressure washing the brick surfaces? Cheers, keep up the good work!

[@MrTwister86660]

How come you never used a board to mix your mortar?

[@SCRAPWOODTOCRAFTWOOD]

Eeee them pies look good mate but thy need a buttered barm an some brown sauce on um good job though

[@Stucrompton1]

+Bigboy's koi n stuff thanks mate yeah should of got a barm

[@kieranhartley2577]

Hi Stu, could you please do your next vid in a giant squirrel outfit ? That would be great thanks

[@sophielegeay5639]

hello stu bon travail bravo mais la bétonnières c mieux que de mélangez le mortier à la pelle lol sa fait moins mal au bras lol à très vite

[@Stucrompton1]

Je sais lol , je suis parti le mélangeur à la maison aujourd'hui :)

[@wallacewimmer5191]

👍👍

[@adriandotsmall]

👍

[@nathan21388]

mk4 golf

[@Stucrompton1]

spot on Nath tdi

[@nathan21388]

I have a gt tdi had for years with 230k miles still do 400 mile trips in it love it

[@Stucrompton1]

really Nath!! mines done 130k but i change oil regular and dont drive fast i was hoping i could have it for a couple more years, i go down to wales regular to see my sister an niece, good motorway car.

[@nathan21388]

mines 6 speed amazing on fuel

[@Bp98]

Кромптон је заиста изузетан лик.

[@alexander6399]

I couldn’t agree more. He DOES have lovely legs!!

[@mightyobserver12]

Im a woman, can i do it?

[@girlpuncher93hmp]

Minoxidil and finasterin will halt that island you’re developing. May the follicles be with you brother !!

[@mightyobserver12]

Rip ur shoes