Hi Mike, Your videos are so informational. You have an easy way about you that makes these jobs less intimating. Thank you for passing on your very valuable knowledge. Colleen
very nice job mike your a skilful guy.i like the videos from denmark those trowels they use over there are great to use i have one of them for ages and use it laying brick. great tool.can,t beat seeing how guys from other parts of the world do it,all ways something new to learn.
I am fascinated with your videos. I really want to try to do something in my yard. I am afraid you make it look very simple but that it will be very complicated! Very nice videos. You are great!
+denaze wharton Hi denaze, If you are going to try something just do a little sample on first and see how it works out before you do the big project. thanks mike
Hi Mike, How do you finish the surface of the concrete in preparation for the stone (rough/broom like, semi-smooth, other)? The knowledge you are passing on through your videos is such a treasure and much appreciated!
Beautiful! I love stone work. My sidewalk has 90 degree angles and undulating lines would look so much better. I'm building so this is what I want in my next house. Thanks for the video
Nice work, Mike. I love your videos...they've been very helpful. I'm currently covering my back patio in Oklahoma flag, using techniques I've learned watching your videos. I'm almost done with the project, and the results so far have been stunning!
Looks great- very smooth. When you set stones with mixed faces (smooth and rough) do you choose one side to go out? I can see horizontal projects could benefit from a trip hazard, and what do you think about vertically? Thanks Mike for taking your time to educate us!
Hi Chad, yep, I usually look at the whole lot, and then pick and choose, best side up, and if they are too rough I won’t use them, no trip hazards, thanks, mike
Thanks for the video Mike! grasshopper here, picking up things from old-timers, much appreciated! I would like to understand, are expansion joints necessary. Sometimes I see concrete sidewalks without them and wonder how they don't crack, reinforced with rebars? if so, couldn't you do the same with yours to avoid the expansion gaps? My other question is: can stone pavers be installed the same way you installed stone in this video? I absolutely hate the maintenance involved with paved stone/pavers over sand. The dirt gets in there and weeds start to grow, they move and it becomes a big mess over few short years almost always. See it all around my neighborhood. Trying to find the right method to install patios and sidewalks around my house so they last and are free of maintenance as much as possible. I live northeast and due to winters pavers always move due to freezing/thawing of water.
Hi grasshopper, yes I cut my stone and concrete sidewalks every 4 to 5 feet on average, also check out my videos how I install a paver patio, or how I install a paver driveway, I put concrete under them but I do leave expansion joints with pavers because they are only laying on the concrete my way, I hope it helps, thanks mike
I came across this video researching my small field stone walkway I'd like to do. Great information. For small jobs can you skip pouring a concrete slab and embed the field stone directly into a portland mix or right into wet concrete as long as the base below is packed?
You make it look so easy, I'm almost thinking,, I could do that! I just don't have any where to do it, dad blame it! Well, anyway, good teaching video!
Hello Mile, I love your videos and I'm going to try to do my padio with flagstone, I'm in Florida and my space is 10x14, can you please give me some tip for best cement and best mixing amount, I saw you have different type that you use in different projects.Thank you for your time to share all the great things you do.
Hi Claudia, I know Florida is a whole different world with cement, I would say you can get away with 3 parts mason sand to 1 part portland cement, because you have no freezing temperatures, but to be safe I would ask the guys at the supply yards what other masons are using, I hope it helps, thanks mike
Mike, I want to repair the flagstone cladding on the exterior of the house that has come off. What should I do to put these stones back? What adhesive and mortar to use? Thanking you in advance for any advice you can offer.
Thank you sir. Are your stones perfectly flat and of the same thickness? I ask because i'd like to know How you got them to end up so flat over the concrete, since you don't have sand or rock under them, which would allowthem to be compacted flat. Thanks!
Hands4Surgery all these stone were between 1 to 2 inches and I would either add cement or take it away to get the height, I think I explain it better on "how I do a stone patio video, mike haduck" hope it helps, thanks mike
Love all videos but I have a question you never mention about rebar concrete before flag stone if so what size of rebar or wire mesh if so what size . Does it require. Thanks and keep up good work.
Hi Sea, the problem with rebar in my area is it rots , expands and cracks the concrete after so many years, so I usually use a thin wire mesh, or nothing at all, Most stone patios or sidewalks are not being drivin on, I hope it helps, thanks, mike
Do you have a video showing a small sidewalk where you set the stone into wet cement? I am planning on doing this in the near future. My plan is to dig, lay gravel base, pour 3 inches of concrete, and while still wet put an inch or so of mortar on top and set my stone into the wet mortar. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
@@MikeHaduck I have watched the series and heard mention of laying the stones into the wet concrete but have not seen it. I understand the process of going over a previously poured surface. I am hoping to place the stones into wet concrete. I am in Connecticut. I presently have bluestone atop stone dust. It is too low. Many pieces are cracked. I want to break the blue stone before removing, remove the stone dust, put in a couple inches of gravel, pour some hand mixed concrete or cement, and place the bluestone into the wet concrete/cement. Any input? Thank you!
Hi, it's funny but I haven't done one in a long time like that, basically it's the same process only you are doing the stone and cement at same time, I usually go 4 inches, mix 2 sand to one Portland, no concrete mix, and lay it right in, actually it's the better way to do it, thanks mike
Hey Mike, thanks for your videos they are so informative and very helpful. Would you recommend that same 2 to 1 mortar ratio for a mortared brick patio?.I live in south Jersey (I know that makes a difference)
Hi Michael, to be honest Brick patios don’t last up here because of our weather, I haven’t even seen one in years, the water gets between the joints in winter & breaks them apart, I did a few videos on paver patios but poured the concrete and laid them on top no cement except for edges and filled in joints with the paver stuff, they held up, I hope it helps , mike
@@MikeHaduck Thanks for getting back to me Mike, I kinda figured you'd say something like that. To be honest brick patios don't last around here either. Thanks for your help Mike, your videos are always a big help!!
Hi Austin. I have videos out on "How I do paver driveways or patios, where I pour the concrete first, I think every job is different and I would not do it on top of a porch like that, and for sidewalks I would use wire a 3000 psi mix and no control joints, but again everything depends on what and where you are doing it, everyone has a different opinion, thanks mike
Great video! love the old school way of cutting the stone flagstones. That was great! i Have a Stihl ST410, would a normal blade for general cutting be ok for those flagstones?
hi matthew, I am not familiar with the model but most manufactures have blades that would work, I would see what they say, I appreciate the comment, thanks mike
Hi Mike. I have a small concrete driveway in fairly good condition and I plan on putting paving stones on top of the concrete. What should I use to level the low spots in the concrete first? Something that won't separate from the existing surface is needed. And should I somehow "spall" the surface or add some kind of device to make the mortar adhere to the existing surface? Thanks, Bob in Michigan.
Hi Bob, the way I do it is, my video "How I resurface a concrete driveway", putting on pavers it should be smooth, I almost always put them on concrete myself, but then you got the garage door issue, I hope it helps, thanks mike
Thanks Mike, I am going to redo the garage and raise the door so no problem. thanks for the reply, and please start using some type of breathing protection when you cut, need years more of your videos. Bob.
I want to use 1.5" PA bluestone for an interior floor. Subfloor is 3/4 cdx ply, insulated over non-heated dry crawlspace. In mountains of WV over 4000 ft elevation. Will use in-floor heat. Use type S or portland? Other suggestions?
Hi tom, I did a video called "How I install a stone patio (part 3 of3) inside foyer" Mike Haduck that should answer all your questions, I hope it helps thanks mike
I know for sure, but on some smart tvs and computers the high quality videos will cause buffering. (stopping and starting) and I know I am somewhat of an amateur. but I appreciate the comment , thanks mike
For all intents and purposes the video is fine...the audio however. Eh! As Gramma would say. The content is superb...very nice to have such honesty and professionalism in today's mixed up world.
Hi Mike .. I put down a stone walkway and use 2 sand and 1 portland. A lot of water rose making it difficult to put in my joints. I had to keep brushing the liquid off and kept wiping the stone. I have one more section to complete. Do you have any suggestions so their wont be such a big mess ? I also tried to make a mix a little more stiff.. There still was a lot of water
I got a stone sidewalk repoint video I should have comming out in a few months so I will include that at the end, I see it all the time, as good as the day I put it in, thanks, mike
Hi Tom ,I our area because of the frost we divide or put cut Mark's about every 5 feet more or less or it will crack during winter, every situation is different, thanks mike
Hi Mike, on my walkway all of the stones are loose and the mortar between has cracked. I want to lift up the stones and use them again. Is it okay if I do that? And what if I can't get a little bit of the mortar off the bottom part is that okay as well?
For a lime mortar a gardener told me in Mexico they mix it 2 parts limestone to one cement(White Portland I guess 'cause it's not grey). So How much parts sand for an 'old brick' walkway on a 2 1/2 layer of concrete(w/ 6x6x10 wire). I'm a 'Newbee'
Hi Rudy, mexico work is different than up here in the north, I did a video called "how I install a paver sidewalk, mike haduck," that would be the techniques I use,
Hey mike, great video. I heard you say that you use 2.5in of stone and 3.5in of concrete... just wondering how many inches of gravel you use at the bottom layer under the concrete? Thanks
Hi stefan, I would say it depends on where you live, florida- maybe none, up where I live it could be gravel or modified depending on anywhere from 3 inches up to feet, all depends on the job,, I appreciate it. mike
Mike Haduck Masonry thanks, I was thinking about using a stone chain saw on the job I’m doing, but it requires water to use, and I was thinking about just using it without to help speed up work 🤭
Hi Ricardo, I poured 4 inches of regular concrete and then laid the stone mixing 2 mason sand to 1 part Portland, other areas of the country might do it different, thanks mike
ABC ABC I don't know. I thing your right to a point, but I ain't the creator so, I do what I do the way I do it, and He knows the number of my days no matter what I do. but I try to be prudent. thanks for your concern, mike
Hi Mike, Your videos are so informational. You have an easy way about you that makes these jobs less intimating. Thank you for passing on your very valuable knowledge. Colleen
thanks Colleen, I appreciate it. mike
Another great video Mike. Your channel is definitely the best on RUclips when it comes to masonry. Thanks for taking the time.
thanks, I appreciate It mike
He is a great mason.
All I can say is Professional;!!!! who ever gets there home by you is blessed..peace
thanks, I try, God Bless mike
very nice job mike your a skilful guy.i like the videos from denmark those trowels they use over there are great to use i have one of them for ages and use it laying brick. great tool.can,t beat seeing how guys from other parts of the world do it,all ways something new to learn.
yea something different for sure thanks mike
I love that rounded edge. Beautiful work as always Mike! 👏
I bet those walks are still holding strong
Thanks Adam, they are, Mike
Finished product looks amazing.
falconeaterf15 I appreciate it, thanks mike
I am fascinated with your videos. I really want to try to do something in my yard. I am afraid you make it look very simple but that it will be very complicated! Very nice videos. You are great!
+denaze wharton Hi denaze, If you are going to try something just do a little sample on first and see how it works out before you do the big project. thanks mike
I enjoyed how you just got it done! No big deal!
Thanks Jim, Mike
Hi Mike, How do you finish the surface of the concrete in preparation for the stone (rough/broom like, semi-smooth, other)? The knowledge you are passing on through your videos is such a treasure and much appreciated!
Hi Robert , personally I just flatten it out where there is no ridges showing, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck Thanks much for responding. Cheers!
best walkway I have ever seen. just beautiful Mike ,nice job!!!
+tractorman604 I learned it from the old timers and just passing it along, thanks mike
Best commentary ever. Mikes white text ftw!
Thanks Dan I appreciate it, Mike
Great Mike... Lovely workmanship..
Thanks Rich, mike
Beautiful! I love stone work. My sidewalk has 90 degree angles and undulating lines would look so much better. I'm building so this is what I want in my next house. Thanks for the video
+resourcefulgirl Thanks, I hope it helps, mike
what would you have to pay for sq foot approximately?
I never figure stone work that way, I got to look at the job , figure out what it takes to do the job and go from there, thanks mike
Mike Haduck Tank you for replying, I have to do something like that in my house, and I was trying to figure how mach it will cost me,
thank you again
check the stone yards first, thanks mike
looks great Mike. Very well done.
thanks, I appreciate it. Mike
That's interesting about the frost. We don't have that problem in So Cal. looks great.
yep frost and ice is out biggest enemy and everything here is build according to what the winter will do. thanks mike
Nice work, Mike. I love your videos...they've been very helpful. I'm currently covering my back patio in Oklahoma flag, using techniques I've learned watching your videos. I'm almost done with the project, and the results so far have been stunning!
great, I am glad for the response. thanks mike
Really great work mike i love all your videos. It is a pleasure to watch someone with your skills make these jobs look so easy!!!!! Great work.
Thanks Dean, I am just passing on what I picked up from all the other guys I worked with, I appreciate it, Mike
Looks great- very smooth. When you set stones with mixed faces (smooth and rough) do you choose one side to go out? I can see horizontal projects could benefit from a trip hazard, and what do you think about vertically? Thanks Mike for taking your time to educate us!
Hi Chad, yep, I usually look at the whole lot, and then pick and choose, best side up, and if they are too rough I won’t use them, no trip hazards, thanks, mike
Wow.. that is a beautiful sidewalk!
I appreciate the nice comment, thanks mike
Hey Mike, great videos I am from England and we would be shot for wearing trainers but its nice to see how you do stuff over in the states.
Hi Car-files, I don't know what trainers is but I figure shorts, no worries , thanks for the comment , mike
Thanks for the video Mike! grasshopper here, picking up things from old-timers, much appreciated! I would like to understand, are expansion joints necessary. Sometimes I see concrete sidewalks without them and wonder how they don't crack, reinforced with rebars? if so, couldn't you do the same with yours to avoid the expansion gaps? My other question is: can stone pavers be installed the same way you installed stone in this video? I absolutely hate the maintenance involved with paved stone/pavers over sand. The dirt gets in there and weeds start to grow, they move and it becomes a big mess over few short years almost always. See it all around my neighborhood. Trying to find the right method to install patios and sidewalks around my house so they last and are free of maintenance as much as possible. I live northeast and due to winters pavers always move due to freezing/thawing of water.
Hi grasshopper, yes I cut my stone and concrete sidewalks every 4 to 5 feet on average, also check out my videos how I install a paver patio, or how I install a paver driveway, I put concrete under them but I do leave expansion joints with pavers because they are only laying on the concrete my way, I hope it helps, thanks mike
I came across this video researching my small field stone walkway I'd like to do. Great information. For small jobs can you skip pouring a concrete slab and embed the field stone directly into a portland mix or right into wet concrete as long as the base below is packed?
Hi Brad, yes, and actually it's the better way for smaller work, but I wouldn't do over a large span where it cannot be done in one day, thanks Mike
Great. Thanks Mike. The path is only 3'x6'.
That I would do in one day, thanks mike
I live in the UK, don't care! Still love your videos! Thank you for your wisdom Mr International superstar!
You make it look so easy, I'm almost thinking,, I could do that! I just don't have any where to do it, dad blame it! Well, anyway, good teaching video!
Thanks Glenn I appreciate it mike
Hello Mile, I love your videos and I'm going to try to do my padio with flagstone, I'm in Florida and my space is 10x14, can you please give me some tip for best cement and best mixing amount, I saw you have different type that you use in different projects.Thank you for your time to share all the great things you do.
Hi Claudia, I know Florida is a whole different world with cement, I would say you can get away with 3 parts mason sand to 1 part portland cement, because you have no freezing temperatures, but to be safe I would ask the guys at the supply yards what other masons are using, I hope it helps, thanks mike
thank you for posting this! Learned a lot!
thanks Sara, I appreciate it. mike
Mike, I want to repair the flagstone cladding on the exterior of the house that has come off. What should I do to put these stones back? What adhesive and mortar to use? Thanking you in advance for any advice you can offer.
Hi Ann, I have playlist on stone veneer and stone patios, something in there should help, thanks mike
Thank you sir. Are your stones perfectly flat and of the same thickness? I ask because i'd like to know How you got them to end up so flat over the concrete, since you don't have sand or rock under them, which would allowthem to be compacted flat. Thanks!
Hands4Surgery all these stone were between 1 to 2 inches and I would either add cement or take it away to get the height, I think I explain it better on "how I do a stone patio video, mike haduck" hope it helps, thanks mike
Love all videos but I have a question you never mention about rebar concrete before flag stone if so what size of rebar or wire mesh if so what size . Does it require. Thanks and keep up good work.
Hi Sea, the problem with rebar in my area is it rots , expands and cracks the concrete after so many years, so I usually use a thin wire mesh, or nothing at all, Most stone patios or sidewalks are not being drivin on, I hope it helps, thanks, mike
Do you have a video showing a small sidewalk where you set the stone into wet cement? I am planning on doing this in the near future. My plan is to dig, lay gravel base, pour 3 inches of concrete, and while still wet put an inch or so of mortar on top and set my stone into the wet mortar. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Hi, check out my video series, stone sidewalk installation, Mike haduck, I am sure you will find some good ideas, Mike
@@MikeHaduck I have watched the series and heard mention of laying the stones into the wet concrete but have not seen it. I understand the process of going over a previously poured surface. I am hoping to place the stones into wet concrete. I am in Connecticut. I presently have bluestone atop stone dust. It is too low. Many pieces are cracked. I want to break the blue stone before removing, remove the stone dust, put in a couple inches of gravel, pour some hand mixed concrete or cement, and place the bluestone into the wet concrete/cement. Any input? Thank you!
Hi, it's funny but I haven't done one in a long time like that, basically it's the same process only you are doing the stone and cement at same time, I usually go 4 inches, mix 2 sand to one Portland, no concrete mix, and lay it right in, actually it's the better way to do it, thanks mike
Nice job Miike...!!...what ratio in your mix you use ? And what type of sand?..( i am from Europe)
Hi adi's, in my climate which is freezing winters I use 2 parts sand to 1 part Portland, thanks mike
@@MikeHaduck thanks Mike, so in my Mediterranean country, what ratio do you propose?
In the med maybe 1 Portland to 2 1/2 sand but that is a whole different climate than ours, I would ask the locals, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck thanks Mike!!!
Hey Mike, thanks for your videos they are so informative and very helpful. Would you recommend that same 2 to 1 mortar ratio for a mortared brick patio?.I live in south Jersey (I know that makes a difference)
Hi Michael, to be honest Brick patios don’t last up here because of our weather, I haven’t even seen one in years, the water gets between the joints in winter & breaks them apart, I did a few videos on paver patios but poured the concrete and laid them on top no cement except for edges and filled in joints with the paver stuff, they held up, I hope it helps , mike
@@MikeHaduck Thanks for getting back to me Mike, I kinda figured you'd say something like that. To be honest brick patios don't last around here either. Thanks for your help Mike, your videos are always a big help!!
Mike, if you were to lay brick over that instead of stone would you still put those control joints in the concrete base and then same in brick on top?
Hi Austin. I have videos out on "How I do paver driveways or patios, where I pour the concrete first, I think every job is different and I would not do it on top of a porch like that, and for sidewalks I would use wire a 3000 psi mix and no control joints, but again everything depends on what and where you are doing it, everyone has a different opinion, thanks mike
Thanks again mike
Thanks X, mike
Hey Mike when you were forming the pad (not laying stone), what did you put there for the expansion joint? Was it just wood?
Hi Ben, I was using a steel form called form a key, I use them on. How I float finish concrete. Series, Thanks Mike
Great video! love the old school way of cutting the stone flagstones. That was great! i Have a Stihl ST410, would a normal blade for general cutting be ok for those flagstones?
hi matthew, I am not familiar with the model but most manufactures have blades that would work, I would see what they say, I appreciate the comment, thanks mike
Thanks for the comment. I have a Spectrum blade and think it says will cut everything and also these stones, so should be ok with that then?
Hi Mike. I have a small concrete driveway in fairly good condition and I plan on putting paving stones on top of the concrete. What should I use to level the low spots in the concrete first? Something that won't separate from the existing surface is needed. And should I somehow "spall" the surface or add some kind of device to make the mortar adhere to the existing surface? Thanks, Bob in Michigan.
Hi Bob, the way I do it is, my video "How I resurface a concrete driveway", putting on pavers it should be smooth, I almost always put them on concrete myself, but then you got the garage door issue, I hope it helps, thanks mike
Thanks Mike, I am going to redo the garage and raise the door so no problem. thanks for the reply, and please start using some type of breathing protection when you cut, need years more of your videos. Bob.
I want to use 1.5" PA bluestone for an interior floor. Subfloor is 3/4 cdx ply, insulated over non-heated dry crawlspace. In mountains of WV over 4000 ft elevation. Will use in-floor heat. Use type S or portland? Other suggestions?
Hi tom, I did a video called "How I install a stone patio (part 3 of3) inside foyer" Mike Haduck that should answer all your questions, I hope it helps thanks mike
I give your video's a 9 of 10,they'd be perfect 10's if you upped the video quality.
I know for sure, but on some smart tvs and computers the high quality videos will cause buffering. (stopping and starting) and I know I am somewhat of an amateur. but I appreciate the comment , thanks mike
Get your eyes checked. They are gold
For all intents and purposes the video is fine...the audio however. Eh! As Gramma would say. The content is superb...very nice to have such honesty and professionalism in today's mixed up world.
Hi Mike .. I put down a stone walkway and use 2 sand and 1 portland. A lot of water rose making it difficult to put in my joints. I had to keep brushing the liquid off and kept wiping the stone. I have one more section to complete. Do you have any suggestions so their wont be such a big mess ? I also tried to make a mix a little more stiff.. There still was a lot of water
Hey Mike would like to see a revisit to this stone sidewalk, thanks
I got a stone sidewalk repoint video I should have comming out in a few months so I will include that at the end, I see it all the time, as good as the day I put it in, thanks, mike
@@MikeHaduck I believe it's good, it's just the video was grainy
Looks great, Mike. With that concrete base, that sidewalk should never sink. By the way, how'd your back hold out with all that bending over?
thanks, my back is broke, just holding out. mike
Mike Haduck
LOL! Well, if you're only 60, you have to hold out for another two years before minimum Social Security!
Hey mike, what would happen if you did not put expansion joints on the side walk?
Hi Tom ,I our area because of the frost we divide or put cut Mark's about every 5 feet more or less or it will crack during winter, every situation is different, thanks mike
Hi Mike, on my walkway all of the stones are loose and the mortar between has cracked. I want to lift up the stones and use them again. Is it okay if I do that? And what if I can't get a little bit of the mortar off the bottom part is that okay as well?
Hi Bd, I do it all the time , you could grind some of the cement off the bottom but as long as it is sticking it wouldn't bother me, thanks mike
@@MikeHaduck
Thanks Mike , I appreciate your videos and responses. I've learned a lot and tried projects that I wouldn't have in the past.. Thx again
Nice work
Thanks Luis, Mike
Hey Mike, can you pour concrete sidewalk and on the same day b/f it sets up totally....can you lay the stones on top also?
Hi Nash, I have done it before but it has to be a fast job and the workers got to know what they are doing, I hope it helps thanks mike
I miss so much someone like here in Norway. Well done man. BTW, I liked your hose gun, What brand is that?
mogbaba Howdy Norway, Just a plain old weed sprayer from the hardware store, thanks mike
Very good job
thanks carlos, I appreciate it. mike
Hey Mr. Haduck How come you didn’t face these stones? Maybe cause a tripping hazard??? Or maybe they are and I can tell, just wondering.
Hi Johnny, I do not face stones on a sidewalk, snow shovels and the walking thing, Thanks mike
good job from one stone mason to another .
thanks Eddie, I appreciate it, mike
Mike, Would it be possible to press the stone into the wet cement??
Hi trying, it gets messy , I would say you got to get close to the height and the tap it in, thanks, Mike
For a lime mortar a gardener told me in Mexico they mix it 2 parts limestone to one cement(White Portland I guess 'cause it's not grey). So How much parts sand for an 'old brick' walkway on a 2 1/2 layer of concrete(w/ 6x6x10 wire). I'm a 'Newbee'
Hi Rudy, mexico work is different than up here in the north, I did a video called "how I install a paver sidewalk, mike haduck," that would be the techniques I use,
Killer, Thanks Mike
Do you ever do the old school walkway like you showed in China?
Hi William, I I get calls for it I would, thanks, Mike
mike ur taking me to school and i'm getting more classmates
Thanks, Mike
excellent. thank you
thanks, mike
Hey mike, great video. I heard you say that you use 2.5in of stone and 3.5in of concrete... just wondering how many inches of gravel you use at the bottom layer under the concrete? Thanks
Hi stefan, I would say it depends on where you live, florida- maybe none, up where I live it could be gravel or modified depending on anywhere from 3 inches up to feet, all depends on the job,, I appreciate it. mike
You are a funny guy and I refer to you talking about ah, erh, you know but I forget.
thanks Ray, I appreciate it , mike
Do you leave wood expansion joint in sidewalk ?
olds school they did all depends on the wood , but mostly steel now, thanks mike
Does the blade burn out without water?
Hi ,eventually but with this stone it last a long time, thanks mike
Mike Haduck Masonry thanks, I was thinking about using a stone chain saw on the job I’m doing, but it requires water to use, and I was thinking about just using it without to help speed up work 🤭
Mike,
Did you also pour the new porch?
yep , that will be on a upcoming video, thanks mike
how thick is concrete underneath the rock, and the ratios while mixing it?
Hi Ricardo, I poured 4 inches of regular concrete and then laid the stone mixing 2 mason sand to 1 part Portland, other areas of the country might do it different, thanks mike
Thank you for making the time to reply to my question, btw really nice job!!!
Awesome
Thanks John, mike
What are you using for forms?
just some luau (thin plywood) cut 4". or anything that bends, thanks mike
nice!
thanks, mike
How deep do you go for the gravel?
Hi Nick, sometimes 2b instead of gravel depending on the situation, but usually 4 inches, every situation is different, I hope it helps thanks mike
WITH IRREGULAR STONES...IT IS SOMETIMES DIFFICULT TO ALWAYS GET THE PROPER GRAIDENT/SLOPE...AWAY FROM THE HOUSE....FOR THE WATER TO MOVE OUT
Thanks Pedro, I agree, mike
Inhaling stone cancer dust No dust mask ! "Old School " ! That's the way its done in Pennsylvania !
ABC ABC I don't know. I thing your right to a point, but I ain't the creator so, I do what I do the way I do it, and He knows the number of my days no matter what I do. but I try to be prudent. thanks for your concern, mike
niceee
Thanks, mike
Good job, but you made my teeth fall out when you started to pry up on the forms ; (::.
thanks Stephen, I appreciate it. mike
👍
I like old school
Hi Greetea, lot of things to learn from the old timers for sure , thanks mike
What mortar mixture did you use? 3 to 1?
Hi, In Pennsylvania I used 2 sand one Portland, others may say different, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck 3 sand, 1 portland, 1/2 S masonry, is what a contractor where I live in Canada telling me to us. Do you think this is good?
Hi Kyle, in all my stone patio and stone sidewalks I show what I use, many masons have their own mix for their area, thanks Mike