hi i am trying to get into masonry i am working on bricks from hardware stores and it is going better than expected but where do you recommend people get stone?
That all depends on where you are and the locally available stone. Go for something not too hard to begin with. Look for limestone. If that's not available, look for marble as statuary/memorial (headstones) masons may sell offcuts that are suitable. Building wrecking / demolition companies often sell stone too. You can also contact your local heritage society or gov heritage body who may well be able to help as they commission work.
The larger nylon mell (the modern version of a traditional wooden mell) delivers a different type of impact. It has force, but without the sharp action of a metal hammer. In the UK, the metal ones are more often used for cuts where short, sharp cuts are wanted. The sharp blow from a heavy metal hammer is sometimes what you want for splitting, pitching.
This is excellent, thanks!
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hi i am trying to get into masonry i am working on bricks from hardware stores and it is going better than expected but where do you recommend people get stone?
That all depends on where you are and the locally available stone. Go for something not too hard to begin with. Look for limestone. If that's not available, look for marble as statuary/memorial (headstones) masons may sell offcuts that are suitable. Building wrecking / demolition companies often sell stone too. You can also contact your local heritage society or gov heritage body who may well be able to help as they commission work.
One question please. What's the difference between the hammer and the round one? I use the hammer
The larger nylon mell (the modern version of a traditional wooden mell) delivers a different type of impact. It has force, but without the sharp action of a metal hammer. In the UK, the metal ones are more often used for cuts where short, sharp cuts are wanted. The sharp blow from a heavy metal hammer is sometimes what you want for splitting, pitching.
Very good video. However you have missed the important step of "Boning the corners in" to make sure the surface is not twisted.
no way will my thumb bend like that ... I'll stick with what I've been doing for 40 years