He seems to do all the shaping of the stone with just a lump hammer, no chisels seem to be used. He's very good and efficient with minimal tools, great work.
Thank you guys for sharing your knowledge and experience. I was gifted a Hand hewed 40 year old log cabin, and i have a plan to set it atop a 12 foot shop. My plan includes a 6ft stone base, a 6ft wood beam and adobe brick cap wall with a grade beam poured on top. Videos like yours are teaching me a lot to accomplish my first home.
Sandstone, so easy to work with. I've been trying to build with hard brittle stone. SUPER hard to work with. Would like to see some videos of working with those types of stones. I can use some help...
God that sandstone looks so nice to work with. I'm building a few retaining walls/garden walls out of an argillite and those stones are very hard and brittle so I can be working on a stone and it just cracks in half 😂
Absolutely fantastic! I would love to build my first home this way. Super strong, resistant to elements, gorgeous, and timeless. Who knows someone in Md. that does this??
Ive never seen anyone wash off or dip the rocks in a container of water to get the dust off, a tip I learned from an old mason years ago. that way the mortar has a nice clean moist surface to stick too . pays off in adherence...
Once you are using concrete/mortar, do you really need stones to overlap? I could understand if it was a dry wall or earth was used to feel space between stones.
thanks for this great detail. One question: do you know how fast these guys work? how much wall can one pro put up in a day? and do you have any idea about DIY self builders?
I'm not the OP, but stonework is part of what I do for a living. Speed is dependent on a lot of things. some can work quick, some people work a little bit slower. When I work alone, I can typically prepare 10-20 square feet of stone wall per day. That usually fluctuates with the size of stone I'm using tho (bigger stones allow for a quicker build than small ones). If you're going to diy a large wall, it's possible but you need to understand it will take you a bit longer, and if you don't do your research there is a possibility of the wall failing. As long as you make sure you've got a well tamped gravel base that's set level (I usually recommend 6 inches or more of gravel base beneath the wall), set a French drain that collects the water and sends it away from the base, set your stones level like stated in the video, and you mix your mortar to the proper consistency (about as thick as peanut butter) you should be good to go
Also, just a personal preference, I use a type S mortar and I usually pick a mortar that contrasts the color of the stone (light stones, I use black mortar, dark stones I use light mortar)
Hydrated lime does not set and is used as a plasticiser with cement. The cement is too strong for sandstone and NHL is required which sets. Try making your own - Safety wear a must! Plenty of videos on utube!
great video - are you using portland cement in the centre? it's dark grey - you mention you are using lime mortar but why is it cement coloured? lime is white? unless the sand you used was dark - but it does look a lot like portland cement
First of all it's a lovely looking wall. However. If you built It with a batter (inward lean) and slightly wider at the bottom you would not need mortar. Did I hear "lean the stones inward"? All that would do is invite water to sit inside and then frost can do its damage. But again, nice looking wall.
@@CarlTheLandscapeGuy No problem that's why I asked instead of accusing alot people do that. It's a very good video and a very detailed translation. Thank you, take care during this crisis.
He seems to do all the shaping of the stone with just a lump hammer, no chisels seem to be used. He's very good and efficient with minimal tools, great work.
Fabulous. Watching someone who has mastered their craft is a joy to watch
That's what you call a true 'MASTER CRAFTSMAN'!!!
these are some of the best videos on true stonemasonry. very well done.
Thank you guys for sharing your knowledge and experience. I was gifted a Hand hewed 40 year old log cabin, and i have a plan to set it atop a 12 foot shop. My plan includes a 6ft stone base, a 6ft wood beam and adobe brick cap wall with a grade beam poured on top. Videos like yours are teaching me a lot to accomplish my first home.
sounds good thank you for the comment and have a great day
It sure was quite an help. Thank you so very much for this precious document.
Greetings from Portugal.
I enjoy watching a true craftsman. I figure things out pretty good but you can still learn things from a craftsman.
I could watch this guy lay stone all day.
what is it about beautiful stone work that is so satisfying, love that red sandstone.
Beautiful wall! Thank you for sharing this with us.
Great video! Very helpful!
Danke Carl! Sie sind ein super Lehrer!
wow, this work is superb, he makes it look so easy! thanks for sharing
👍from an old Scottish bricklayer
thank you, greetings out to Scotland
The string height trick is something I haven't seen before, ill use that!
I'm tackling my first stone wall atm, it's in the public eye and space so this is really good for me... 🙏🙏
Always called this shadow rock where I am. Amazing how styles change with area. Even down to tools used.
A true master at work
Never heard better explanation. Thank you so much, true craftsman you are.
Great video. Please keep them coming! Thanks!!
Beautiful color stone. Awesome job too
Αυτά είναι τα βίντεο που μου αρέσουν έκανα εγγραφή στο κανάλι σου !!!!
Beautiful work!
Good video, and great looking wall!!
I've always been a fan of filled joints I like to see the mortor n the lines in between all the stones.
Problem with that is it will inevitably crack and show movement.
Sandstone, so easy to work with. I've been trying to build with hard brittle stone. SUPER hard to work with. Would like to see some videos of working with those types of stones. I can use some help...
God that sandstone looks so nice to work with. I'm building a few retaining walls/garden walls out of an argillite and those stones are very hard and brittle so I can be working on a stone and it just cracks in half 😂
good luck
Thanks for beautiful video.
Absolutely fantastic! I would love to build my first home this way. Super strong, resistant to elements, gorgeous, and timeless. Who knows someone in Md. that does this??
Yes, 50 cm large is already good. I prefer 60cm. Filling the center with small stones and debris with mortar is quite easy.
Top craftsman!
You guys are great thank you
Greetings from Turkey
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video. Well done in every way.
Awesome, I loved it 👍🏻
Thanks so much for making these videos. About to start my own wall project.
Amazing work! Can I ask, what is the mortar mixture which you use please?
Excellent advice,thank you.
Ive never seen anyone wash off or dip the rocks in a container of water to get the dust off, a tip I learned from an old mason years ago. that way the mortar has a nice clean moist surface to stick too . pays off in adherence...
that might make the mortar smear
I think the extent of cleaning necessary depends on the type of rock and what might be on the rocks
El ranchero
Buena construction
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gracias
Very thankfull for your videos. And keep making many useful content as this one. Allah bless you. 😎👍
Beautiful work.
Thanks!Muy Bueno!! I would love to work with that stone! I breaks so Nice! I'm working in New England using feild stone right now .
Thanks for the guidance. I am building a wall in England and the tips are very helpful
me too, keeping super busy in lockdown.
hows yours getting on?
Hello Vageli, great work!
Bravo vous avez fait du travail professionnel
brilliant....this was exacetly what I needed to know....thank you
Nice job 👍
Great Video and Top Class Walling.
Brautifull wall!
Really useful...great job.
thanks
Beautiful! Hello from Brazil.
Γεια σου Βαγγελη με τα ωραια σου!
Wonderful 😲you are genius 🌹
Very nice work.
Очень интересно смртреть
Preciosos esos muros
Very good /excellent /🖒👌👌👌
nice work
👍
The true freemason. A true work of art must be protested a real art
Very satisfying. :)
Brilliant
so no water getting in there and freezing in winter causing damage?
Great work.
Hi is it easy to carve different designs in these stones, and how can we give a glazed look to these stones.
Once you are using concrete/mortar, do you really need stones to overlap? I could understand if it was a dry wall or earth was used to feel space between stones.
Beautiful
Great video
Bravo maestro
Fantastic. Where can I find this expert ?
thanks for this great detail. One question: do you know how fast these guys work? how much wall can one pro put up in a day? and do you have any idea about DIY self builders?
I'm not the OP, but stonework is part of what I do for a living.
Speed is dependent on a lot of things. some can work quick, some people work a little bit slower. When I work alone, I can typically prepare 10-20 square feet of stone wall per day. That usually fluctuates with the size of stone I'm using tho (bigger stones allow for a quicker build than small ones).
If you're going to diy a large wall, it's possible but you need to understand it will take you a bit longer, and if you don't do your research there is a possibility of the wall failing. As long as you make sure you've got a well tamped gravel base that's set level (I usually recommend 6 inches or more of gravel base beneath the wall), set a French drain that collects the water and sends it away from the base, set your stones level like stated in the video, and you mix your mortar to the proper consistency (about as thick as peanut butter) you should be good to go
(FYI this is a pretty simplistic response, but it should send you in the right direction)
Also, just a personal preference, I use a type S mortar and I usually pick a mortar that contrasts the color of the stone (light stones, I use black mortar, dark stones I use light mortar)
Thankyou.
you are welcome I'm glad if it helped
that is serious flex
Hey Carl, what is the mortar recipe you are using there ?
Come to Minnesota!
sure why not what's in Minnesota
Thank you!
Great job can u detail the mortar type. is it hydrated lime mix or a NHL mix. Just wondering cause NHL is very expensive where I'm from.
Hydrated lime does not set and is used as a plasticiser with cement. The cement is too strong for sandstone and NHL is required which sets. Try making your own - Safety wear a must! Plenty of videos on utube!
great video - are you using portland cement in the centre? it's dark grey - you mention you are using lime mortar but why is it cement coloured? lime is white? unless the sand you used was dark - but it does look a lot like portland cement
I’m thinking S or N Mortar but not sure
Thanks
Grazie per tutti!
Whats happening with the joints you can see mortar showing in places so looks odd half finished.
nice video
I have a question, how many tons of stone went into that wall?
First of all it's a lovely looking wall. However. If you built It with a batter (inward lean) and slightly wider at the bottom you would not need mortar. Did I hear "lean the stones inward"? All that would do is invite water to sit inside and then frost can do its damage. But again, nice looking wall.
Useful
Where was this?
Bravo 👏
Do you use concrete or lime as binding material?
I believe in the beginning of the video he mentioned he uses a lime mortar ! I wish he would have given the exact lime mortar recipe !
Красиво,но я б острые углы ,слажывалбы
Immensely interesting
The pyramids of Egypt were built of sandstone blocks
Class
Why don't you put a link in your description to the original uploader of this video and why did you replace his audio?
because i am the same person and i translated it because not everyone speaks german, but thanks for looking out! take care
@@CarlTheLandscapeGuy No problem that's why I asked instead of accusing alot people do that. It's a very good video and a very detailed translation. Thank you, take care during this crisis.
The base 70 cm and the top 50 cm.
but you let it drip most of the water off before you set it...
you are miss through stones,, this are stones every now and then run through the entire width.
Nice work, but breaking stones with no eye pro is not smart.
Sou Br
So bored