Learn about working with blocks in home construction projects with Bob Vila, including information about laying a cement block wall, building chimneys, and more.
Creating Stone Steps with Recycled Granite The side of the home has been fenced in with a white cedar fence from Architectural Fence. This fence has been designed with ...
Horseshoe Handle Either a horseshoe used for pitching, or the real thing, can provide you a handy carrying device when moving cement blocks. To ...
Laying a Cement Block Wall Mix two parts masonry cement and one part sand, adding just enough water for a firm mortar mix. Apply the mortar to all sides ...
Repainting Masonry Here are some things to keep in mind when you're painting masonry.Like any surface, masonry needs to be prepped thoroughly ...
Supporting the Chimney Flues and Hearth Bob and the mason discuss the chimney. Pointing out that we have two flues, one for the boiler in the basement and one for the ...