This is precisely the way we were taught by our dad in the early 70s'! Thanks for the memories; oh, we never got paid either. We were free labor! As pops would say: I clothed you, fed you, provided a house over your head, and you have these skills for the rest of your life for free! Now get to WORK! LOL, Who else out there heard the same crap? : ) Even better is that my youngest son is teaching my grandchildren the same way. I taught him the same way! Now get to work, grandkids!
I can tell that this remarkable man loves his work. I wished that I had a dad like him when I was growing up. God bless you, and keep up the great work!!
This is probably the best video out there on how to learn how to do a cinderblock wall. I'm working on my own wall right now and referring to this video again when I need to see how something is done! I love how he has little no no excitement about anything. It shows he knows exactly how to do every step of the process!
I think you have just taught an old dog new tricks. I am 80 yrs old you are a very good teacher also the fastest trowel I have seen and such good control. thank you & God bless!
It's called a "be hole" cause unless you fix it, it will always BE there. True story. I've been laying 8 inch block all week at school. This video was good to watch to reenforce good practice. Thank you.
Thank You Steve, that was an awesome video. I have never laid block before. The tool break down was something else. The technique was fabulous. This video was well explained, thank you sharing your experience with us. We really appreciate you Sir.
I have done lots of concrete work, I love ICF's but I am block curious. This looks like a nice system. I love seeing how you use your trowel. You are obviously well practiced with masonry work!
Thank you so much for showing the heretofore unknown-by-me secret of how to spread a uniform bead of mortar along the block edge. I had previously watched dozens of videos but never saw it demonstrated so clearly! This will save me a lot of time.
Wisdom with lasting results passed down for generations. Great video watching a professional grandmaster at work with many years of experience. Amazing to watch. The best of the best.
Hi Steve Kelly, this is certainly the VERY BEST basic brick or blocklaying video I have seen ever. Informative, ALL the basic things explained and delivered in a completely down to earth, matter of fact manner that DOESN'T make the mistake of every other video I've watched on this or many other subjects - that of failing to explain those basics, fully and patiently. Not assuming that the viewer "must know how to do this or that". Like the very wall you built, the bottom or first level REALLY IS the most important because every one or thing that follows SHOULD be correct. Thank you so much!
Best video I've seen. I've never laid a block in my life before, tired of rouge builders ripping me off and the constant delays so I'm going to try do it myself by following this clear and easy video. Instructions not followed causes destruction so I'm going to follow Steve's instructions and it should workout fine. Thanks Steve
Great tutorial video! Perhaps you can provide a little guidelines or rule of thumb on how much horizontal rebars to use for different wall height, it is every other block or ever 2 blocks and how much concrete to fill the blocks with?
Thank you Steve. I am a leaner by vision ( once I see it ,I got it) and a fast leaner ,so it is important for me to learn things done the right way the first go around. I gotta say you are a very good teacher and you made it easy for me to learn.
Putting aside the masonry part, the camera work and explanations are very well done regardless of the topic. That with the masonry content made a wonderful video. Even though I have watched a number of very good videos I learned a bunch on your video. Thank you.
I want to thank you, We need more like you, in my trade I’m always happy to teach workers what I know Knowing that with my experience I can help them provide for they’re families with years to come
Thank you Steve I would like to express my gratitude for sharing your experience. I really got a positive result from your educational course in the field of my construction snake.
The ability to build a nice wall that will be around for generations to come is an amazing ability. I was robbed of learning this sort of info from my grandfather. He designed and built the great seal of North Carolina in front of their state house in Raleigh in Terrazzo as well as the elephant house in our national zoo. Watching a true artisan perform his craft is a humbling experience no matter what level of craftsmanship. After all, drawing a perfect circle has won at least one art contest.
Far out ... this is amazing ... the amount of cement you mix, how wet you should get it, measuring it up, the amount you put on your trowel, how you square things away ... it seems so simple ... how I manage to turn it into a cluster f**k is something I haven't worked out yet but this is a great how-to training video
Great job teaching the very basics of block laying. Our school district no longer has shop class, auto mechanics, drafting or electronics courses. I have been a general contractor since 1972. I started out as a masonry contractor. These days I can no longer high hire help right out of high school. Kids today really do not have skills with tools or the trades. I have resorted to hiring retirees willing to work a few days per week. At least they show up and are willing to give me a day’s honest labor. Bugaiski Construction, Michigan
I Always Try & Get My Info From Someone That Explains Things Nice And Simple, Yet Knows What They're Doing, You Surely Fit That Criteria Sir. I'm About To Build My 1st Stepped Wall For A Flower Bed, I'll Try & Post Pics When I'm Done. Thank You Kevin
Great video. Really appreciated. For a garage that is 38 x 40 built out of block, would you really put vertical rebar every 16 inches? I thought 32 inches would suffice? Anyone?
Mr. Kelly thank you! Your tone was clear and your voice commands attention. You demonstration was clear, methodical and simple.. You even had a bit of humour.. If you aren't a teacher, I sure hope you consider the need for your texture in the classroom/ field setting of construct education. Looking forward to watch steal fixing!
Loved the video! Wish you would have demonstrated how to tie all that rebar together. Assuming you wire tie the bar, and fill vertical cells with concrete.
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This is precisely the way we were taught by our dad in the early 70s'! Thanks for the memories; oh, we never got paid either. We were free labor! As pops would say: I clothed you, fed you, provided a house over your head, and you have these skills for the rest of your life for free! Now get to WORK! LOL, Who else out there heard the same crap? : ) Even better is that my youngest son is teaching my grandchildren the same way. I taught him the same way! Now get to work, grandkids!
You know you’re good at your trade when it involves cement and you still walk away with clean clothes and hands 😂….I’d have that cement everywhere! 😂
No joke it gets everwhere
Face and cap too 😂
I can tell that this remarkable man loves his work. I wished that I had a dad like him when I was growing up. God bless you, and keep up the great work!!
Yes Indeed, Very Calm & Clear, Makes Me Feel Like I Can Do This
Dig these guys who know the ins and outs of setting up brick. He sure knows how to handle a trowell. Great video.
Thank you Steve, for sharing your knowledge in such an accessible yet methodical way. Best video I have seen on this subject.
Thanks for the block laying lesson. It was detailed oriented and an impressive learning tool or video. Appreciate you Doc.
Absolutely beautiful workmanship, well spoken, humble and clear concise instructions. A Master at his trade !! Thank you Steve.
Great video on the fundamentals of laying a block wall, I learned a lot Mr. Kelly, thank you!
FANTASTIC video Steve!! Thanks so much for doing this!! Now I feel totally confident I can lay my first block for a project by my poolside!!
This is probably the best video out there on how to learn how to do a cinderblock wall. I'm working on my own wall right now and referring to this video again when I need to see how something is done!
I love how he has little no no excitement about anything. It shows he knows exactly how to do every step of the process!
I have taught building trades for 30 years - this is a great video - I will use this in my classes.
Steve, you are an excellent teacher. Nice, unhurried pace, articulate and easy to understand. Thank you so much for your time and knowledge.
Excellent instruction. I learned a lot and remember it's the little details that make or break a project.
Thank You for bringing back great memories of my Grandfather and watching him lay bricks and the times we spent together while he worked.
Wonderful to listen to...simple, humble and no sales gimmicks..Thank you Steve..
I think you have just taught an old dog new tricks. I am 80 yrs old you are a very good teacher also the fastest trowel I have seen and such good control. thank you & God bless!
I thank you much sir. So that's how to make it all sturdy and clean. Love those trowelling tips.
Thank you so much for this. I was never taught any trades so videos like this are invaluable to me. Bless up and what an excellent teacher.
You should share this video with Donald Trump. His wall keeps falling down>
@@noveltywood Mex/AMERICAN for a Strong Border Wall & PRES.TRUMP 2024!
Thank u Steve your workmanship is class of its own.
Thank you Steve Kelly. It was a straight up lesson on how to build these walls. Need more people like you in this world. Thanks again
It's called a "be hole" cause unless you fix it, it will always BE there. True story.
I've been laying 8 inch block all week at school. This video was good to watch to reenforce good practice. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing your video. I enjoyed watching. Take care and God Bless.
Steve you are a very good teacher and the way you appeal to my memory muscle it's amazing ❤love your work thanks.
Excellent video Steve. You enabled me to build an outdoor fireplace! (Still can't trowel the joints like you!)
I've always wanted to try laying blocks. Watching you use the tools and explain the process. Was priceless . Thanks for your wisdom. Awesomeness
Thank You Steve, that was an awesome video. I have never laid block before. The tool break down was something else. The technique was fabulous. This video was well explained, thank you sharing your experience with us. We really appreciate you Sir.
I have done lots of concrete work, I love ICF's but I am block curious. This looks like a nice system. I love seeing how you use your trowel. You are obviously well practiced with masonry work!
Thank you so much for showing the heretofore unknown-by-me secret of how to spread a uniform bead of mortar along the block edge. I had previously watched dozens of videos but never saw it demonstrated so clearly! This will save me a lot of time.
Thank you so much for the detailed video 🙏🏽
Best video I have ever seen, so professional thank you so much Steve.
Love to watch a master at work. True knowledge you can't find in any regular school.
Bless you, for the details for us that have no idea what to do. The step-by-step I appreciate.
Thanks, Steve. I feel like I have been learning at the knee of a master. Great video!
Look no further, this is the best block laying instructions I've seen. Its in the details.
Good job removing the mysteries of getting a straight, level and plumb wall. Thank you! :)
Good information about adding steel to the wall. I will definitely use this information when I build a small wall on my property. Thank you.
Wisdom with lasting results passed down for generations. Great video watching a professional grandmaster at work with many years of experience. Amazing to watch. The best of the best.
Massive and nice way of knowledge demonstration... Thanks Governor.
Great video best I've seen you waste no words, thank you !!
Excellent work Steve! Beautiful wall. Please show us how to draw out our lines before laying block, that would help so much!
Best 40 minutes spent on TH-cam. Great and knowledgeable video. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Hi Steve Kelly, this is certainly the VERY BEST basic brick or blocklaying video I have seen ever. Informative, ALL the basic things explained and delivered in a completely down to earth, matter of fact manner that DOESN'T make the mistake of every other video I've watched on this or many other subjects - that of failing to explain those basics, fully and patiently. Not assuming that the viewer "must know how to do this or that". Like the very wall you built, the bottom or first level REALLY IS the most important because every one or thing that follows SHOULD be correct. Thank you so much!
Best video I've seen. I've never laid a block in my life before, tired of rouge builders ripping me off and the constant delays so I'm going to try do it myself by following this clear and easy video. Instructions not followed causes destruction so I'm going to follow Steve's instructions and it should workout fine. Thanks Steve
Very informative and excellent description of the process, thank you very much.
thank you Steve for sharing your knowledge and expertise. it bring me back when I was in my youth helping my dad.
Mr Kelly , Thankyou so much, this Presentation is perfect and I will always Use it as a point of reference.
Many Thanks for sharing your skill.
You are a natural teacher. It was a pleasure learning from you.
Always good to see a good craftsman at work. not too many left today.
I live in England and I have to say the way you lay brick is so much more straightforward than most videos I watch of people who are here
Learned so many little pointers from this. Thank you!
Great tutorial video! Perhaps you can provide a little guidelines or rule of thumb on how much horizontal rebars to use for different wall height, it is every other block or ever 2 blocks and how much concrete to fill the blocks with?
The voice of experience. Great video. Thank-you.
Impressed with the details for instruction. Thank you for making this video.
They didnt make the video this channel rips other peoples shit off
Amen
What a lovely video by a man who clearly takes pride in doing things properly! Thanks for sharing!
you're an awesome tradesman and teacher. thank you.
Thank you Steve. I am a leaner by vision ( once I see it ,I got it) and a fast leaner ,so it is important for me to learn things done the right way the first go around. I gotta say you are a very good teacher and you made it easy for me to learn.
Same.....🤠🤙🏼
I'm a better learner then I am a leaner but to each their own...
Putting aside the masonry part, the camera work and explanations are very well done regardless of the topic. That with the masonry content made a wonderful video. Even though I have watched a number of very good videos I learned a bunch on your video. Thank you.
I want to thank you,
We need more like you, in my trade I’m always happy to teach workers what I know Knowing that with my experience I can help them provide for they’re families with years to come
Thank you Steve
I would like to express my gratitude for sharing your experience. I really got a positive result from your educational course in the field of my construction snake.
Very nice. A very good teacher. I love the knowledge and expertise sharing people. Thanks with respect.
Gracias !! great info and detailed instruction. Neat.
The ability to build a nice wall that will be around for generations to come is an amazing ability. I was robbed of learning this sort of info from my grandfather. He designed and built the great seal of North Carolina in front of their state house in Raleigh in Terrazzo as well as the elephant house in our national zoo. Watching a true artisan perform his craft is a humbling experience no matter what level of craftsmanship. After all, drawing a perfect circle has won at least one art contest.
What an excellent craftsman!
Great video, very informative, Thank you
Far out ... this is amazing ... the amount of cement you mix, how wet you should get it, measuring it up, the amount you put on your trowel, how you square things away ... it seems so simple ... how I manage to turn it into a cluster f**k is something I haven't worked out yet but this is a great how-to training video
Lovely guy, good teacher enjoyed the lesson.
Wonderfull! I feel like I could build my house with your teach
hing. It's so practical and clean!
Great Video. Thank You.
Very Considerate of You.
great instructions very detailed
Nicely done, Kelly.
Thank you. Awesome work.
Great to watch a master at work.
Great job teaching the very basics of block laying. Our school district no longer has shop class, auto mechanics, drafting or electronics courses. I have been a general contractor since 1972. I started out as a masonry contractor. These days I can no longer high hire help right out of high school. Kids today really do not have skills with tools or the trades. I have resorted to hiring retirees willing to work a few days per week. At least they show up and are willing to give me a day’s honest labor. Bugaiski Construction, Michigan
Could watch this dude all day
Great man full of wisdom... Excellent explanation
Thanks,I'm a beginner and have learnt a lot from this video
thank you sir! Enjoyed the lesson!
definitely learnt something Sir , thank you from South Africa.
I love listening to this man....feels like my father talking to me
Thanks from Papua New Guinean 💪🏾😊
Very informative
Thanks Steve, I did learn alot....smooth....very smooth.
I Always Try & Get My Info From Someone That Explains Things Nice And Simple, Yet Knows What They're Doing, You Surely Fit That Criteria Sir.
I'm About To Build My 1st Stepped Wall For A Flower Bed, I'll Try & Post Pics When I'm Done.
Thank You
Kevin
YOU ARE GREAT!!! THANX A LOT FOR THE TUTORIAL...
Thank you very much for your detailed explanation
Thank you buddy today is my first day laying block for a prison in Florida from Tennessee originally from Oklahoma City things from the 405
Great video. Really appreciated. For a garage that is 38 x 40 built out of block, would you really put vertical rebar every 16 inches? I thought 32 inches would suffice? Anyone?
Spectacular video. I learned a lot 👌. Thank you!
Mr. Kelly thank you! Your tone was clear and your voice commands attention. You demonstration was clear, methodical and simple.. You even had a bit of humour.. If you aren't a teacher, I sure hope you consider the need for your texture in the classroom/ field setting of construct education. Looking forward to watch steal fixing!
Best video for my project I have ever seen. Now I am ready to start. Thank you.
Loved the video! Wish you would have demonstrated how to tie all that rebar together. Assuming you wire tie the bar, and fill vertical cells with concrete.
Very good video Steve. But remember when you do some chipping on your block with your hammer to wear safety glasses.
Thank you very much! So informative
Impressive instructor, many thank!
Excellent teacher! Man you are very good, God Bless you
Thank you. this is a great video. A lot of lessons there.
Thanks so much for the great video! So many little tips that make a big difference in the process
Great instructional video. Thank you.
Thank you, very skilled work.
Thank you very much for a well presented, informative video.
Thank you for a very informative lesson.