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BRICK MASONS, BLOCK MASONS, STONE MASON BRICK BLOCK
LAYERS MASONRY REPAIR FOUNDATIONS WALLS
Stone Design Stone-Brick Masons-Fireplaces-walls-Veneer
Stonemasons
Stonemasons often work from a set of drawings, in which each
stone has been numbered for identification. Helpers may locate
and carry these pre numbered stones to the masons. A derrick
operator using a hoist may be needed to lift large stone pieces
into place. When building a stone wall, masons set the first
course of stones into a shallow bed of mortar. They then align
the stones with wedges, plumb lines, and levels, and work them
into position with a hard rubber mallet. Masons continue to
build the wall by alternating layers of mortar and courses of
stone. As the work progresses, masons remove the wedges, fill
the joints between stones, and use a pointed metal tool, called
a tuck pointer, to smooth the mortar to an attractive finish. To
hold large stones in place, stonemasons attach brackets to the
stone and weld or bolt these brackets to anchors in the wall.
Finally, masons wash the stone with a cleansing solution to
remove stains and dry mortar.
Brickmasons and Stonemasons
When setting stone floors, which often consist of large and
heavy pieces of stone, masons first use a trowel to spread a
layer of damp mortar over the surface to be covered. Using
crowbars and hard rubber mallets for aligning and leveling, they
then set the stone in the mortar bed. To finish, workers fill
the joints and clean the stone slabs. Masons use a special
hammer and chisel to cut stone. They cut stone along the grain
to make various shapes and sizes, and valuable pieces often are
cut with a saw that has a diamond blade. Some masons specialize
in setting marble, which, in many respects, is similar to
setting large pieces of stone. Brickmasons and stonemasons also
repair imperfections and cracks, and replace broken or missing
masonry units in walls and floors Because carpenters work on a
wide variety of projects, from bridges to skyscrapers to
tunnels, highways, and houses, the more things a carpenter knows
how to do, the better. Rough Carpenters build scaffolds,
frameworks, and forms for concrete, bridges, and other large
structures. Finish Carpenters build stairs, lay floorings, put
on moldings and paneling, and do other detailed work.
Veneer –thin stone commonly used for facing
block foundations, shows mortar, available for most applications
where block has already been laid. This type of stonework is one
of the most common stone applications.
Building Stone- Thick stone, 6 inches and
thicker, shows mortar. This stone application is used primarily
in retaining walls, fireplaces, chimneys, columns, and exteriors
of homes.
Dry Stack-All size stone cut to match, does not
show mortar. A labor intensive process, dry stack is used in
higher end projects. Perfect for Residential and Commercial
applications. Dry Stack looks great on retaining walls,
fireplaces, columns, exteriors of homes, chimneys, mailboxes,
subdivision signs, and more.
Custom Dry Stack-A variation of the dry stack
technique utilizing different sizes and types of stone. Unique
patterns and a truly one of a kind appearance are trademarks of
this style of stonework. Great for foundations, columns,
fireplaces, mailboxes, gated entrances and more.
Patio/Walkway- Flat surfaces easy to walk on,
ideal for transitions from driveway to front door or to a main
entrance. Also, its a great application for entertaining areas.
As the work progresses, masons
remove the wedges, fill the joints between stones, and use a
pointed metal tool, called a tuck pointer, to smooth the mortar
to an attractive finish.
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