BUILDING STONE & MASONRY STEPS (part 10) Mike Haduck

I build a set of stone steps (newer school) and at the end of the video I explain how they would do it (older school) I used limestone threads for the steps and field stone and flag stone for the sides. All my videos are my ways and ideas, I always suggest anyone doing any type of work to consult professional help. www.amazon.com/shop/mikehaduck

[@edpoletto8048]

Those stairs are ...BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ed, Mike

[@rilenixx]

I'm a stone mason and I have to say this video is a great tutorial for anyone at all interested in doing this themselves. Excellent work breaking down each step.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks rile, I appreciate hearing that from a professional, mike

[@BEERLIGHTBROKER]

This is one of the most informational tools for stone and masonry work on youtube. Thanks Mike Haduck

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Beer, I appreciate it. mike

[@langmussen3169]

Mike, I've been watching your videos for about 3 years and cannot say "Thank you" enough. You are truly a master and I just wanted to say thanks for passing on your knowledge. LM

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks LM, I appreciate it, Mike

[@conwatcher29]

another great video Mike, you are the best "step-by-step" instructor on the internet, i enjoy watching them all, and have learned a lot from you, keep posting and i'll keep watching, thanks again

[@edpoletto8048]

Love your background on the project. ❤

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again, Mike

[@southerncaliforniabailbond4688]

Thanks for taking your time making these videos. I have learned a lot from watching them.

[@twentyonetwos3967]

You are a great teacher. Knowing where you have been will help you get to where you are going.
Thank you Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Twentyone, I did not realize I said that, I am learning to.lol, thanks mike

[@patohara8430]

Love your videos and your calm, informative manner of teaching. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Pat, Mike

[@timbuckii8504]

Mike, thank you for all of your knowledge, you are a master! God Bless you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tom, God bless also, mike

[@joeliwest]

Thanks Mike, great stuff as usual. Please keep making these very informative videos

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you Joe, it means I am on the right track, thanks mike

[@rvvrn]

You're a good guy Mike. Thanks for passing along your knowledge. Your video's have helped my a lot and I appreciate it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks r, mike

[@taherakhan7044]

Searched for hours how to make the base of the garden steps so that I can put on stone tiles. Found this video that provides me the structure that goes behind which is what I needed. The instructions Mike was clear and concise for a gal like me to have a go. Old school! Thank you!! x

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tahera, mike

[@reeldealio]

Love your videos. No BS, just do it! Thanks for making these Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,,mike

[@sluggobrumm3967]

Absolutely incredible! Thank you! This is what I have been looking for. Very helpful. I will try to duplicate this as best I can.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, Mike

[@binnsh]

Good work, as always! Thanks for bringing me along.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks binnish, I am getting bringed along too, thanks mike

[@KG-bp3qp]

Always looking out for new videos by you Mike. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Umesh, I appreciate that. mike

[@MapleleafEnterprises]

Love how you cut through all the garbage and do things old school , absolutely awesome videos' . The best tool in your toolbox is your experience.. "Use Portland" now embedded in my head for my resurfacing and mason jobs now ... Keep them coming , great stuff ..

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Beanz, I appreciate it. mike

[@louis3998]

Good video's, I like how you take the time to teach the scope and at the same time teaching us about the past and present. Your videos are unique. Keep making more. Thx

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Louis, mike

[@AlekcandrPozzy]

Mike, I really appreciate the thought you put into your videos they really helped me move up at work. I've been working as a stucco mason for 5 years, now the company is getting into masonry work and the insight and tricks that i've picked up from your videos have really increased my value as a worker. I've gotten 2 raises this year and I just had to thank you for them.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Alex, I hope you get many more and extra, I appreciate it. mike

[@Gulfraz.]

What a good soul. Bless you and thank you for the ideas

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@mikelbhardin7202]

great work we're building steps tomorrow just like you did in the video here in Tennessee

[@dangraf3504]

Thank you Mike, we do have to know the past to move into the future. It is 4 am here in a Idaho and I can’t wait to redo our daughters steps. The cut out template is an amazing guide to plan the job, check our measurements & keep on task. Super video !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dan, mike

[@levijackson640]

Hello Mike thanks for your videos and sharing all your knowledge, I'm a 28 years Cement Mason as well union trained cant get enough of my craft . I teach for the local all so.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Levi, that is great, I got invited to so a little seminar at a local mason school, so I am hoping it works out, a lot of new things for me, I appreciate it. mike

[@jamesdickson3616]

I enjoy your videos very much Mike your a knowledgeable guy thanks to your father and your Owen will to learn your trade ,we appreciate you taking the time to pass on some your knowledge .your a hard working guy to .im 66 live in west Australia and like your self keep busy on small jobs thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks james, it is good to hear that from you, I appreciate it. mike

[@Mikidy303]

Thank you Mike, excellent as always.

[@MikeHaduck]

thank you Mike, I appreciate it. Mike

[@fillowtree5505]

Mike you are a gentlemen. Doing the videos to pass on the knowledge and not for the free stuff.

[@miker677]

great video, very educational! I totally learned ANOTHER new thing from Mike Haduck! I didn't even consider or know you could use the blocks to build up the background! I thought it had to be poured concrete. Great tip! Also, that was fascinating about the old school vs. new school! I never knew that. THANKS Mike Haduck, you're a fountain of knowledge and amazingly skilled! GREAT stuff.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Mike, I appreciate it. mike

[@LIFELOVER715]

That's an awesome set of steps. Strong as a fortress & great looking.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@brentgearhart2633]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge, I am going to build some steps for my parents with what you have taught me. You are a stud!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Brent, I do not consider myself a stud but I am sure your parents steps will come out well, thanks mike

[@KyleTaylorLucas]

I do! :)

[@karandeepsinghvohra537]

Even i am planning to do the same !!!
Otherwise its costly job in Canada

[@davidwimm3591]

Really enjoyable pictorials I bet a Mason since 97 and learned a lot over the years from the old timers and you're one of them appreciate you passing on the old skills try to refurbish my house built in 1910 and it's one step at a time and it's all about the dollar bill thanks for all your advice and pictorials good luck

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks David, going into real estate and working on your own home for dollars makes a lot of sense thanks for the comment, mike

[@ladyploveroflife5014]

You've got a lot of knowledge. Love your work and your process. You explain things very well. Keep up the awesome work. It was very enjoyable to watch!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks LadyP , mike

[@SidneyPratt]

Hi Mike, just wanted to say how much I enjoyed your v ideos. I'm 75 and have been doing brick work since I was 12. All my best to you and yours. "Cheers" .

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Sidney, I bet you have a lot to offer, thanks mike

[@julieblizard2129]

Thank you so much. Really enjoyed watching. Can’t wait to show my husband. He will really like learning from your knowledge and experience. In Gods promised new paradise. He hopes to be a mason.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Julie, I heard tell that Jesus was really a stone mason, no wood over there, thanks mike

[@DonnyBwelding1]

Thanks for the videos Mike...fantastic work as usual

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Donny, mike

[@gregorymorris8343]

Mike your the Bob Ross of masonry-It starts off not so pretty but at the end, it’s a work of art. 🎉

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Gregory, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@tomcrean4980]

You are gifted mike great job.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tom, If I have any gifts they ar3 from God, I appreciate it, mike

[@100Ronster]

Great teaching, thanks Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Dave, mike

[@RA-zl6iw]

Thank You for the video Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you RJA, mike

[@williamp4879]

great video, having that diagram in hand is perfect, im going to make one myself today for a job im doing tomorrow, thanks again.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks William, mike

[@dougspinestraw]

My go to for my projects. Very informative

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Doug, mike

[@julieyoung6387]

I enjoyed watching and old school is better most of the time.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Julie, mike

[@RoyalLionessOne]

Thanks Mike. You make it look so easy that even I can do it. I am going to start off small like you always say and then do a practice before I tackle fixing a brick porch and cement steps (2). Baby steps. It ain't no big deal. Lol :-)

[@MikeHaduck]

That's it mark, do a little practice where no one sees it and as you get better you move on, thanks Mike

[@robertf.601]

Great video's its hard to stop watching them all

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Robert, I appreciate it. mike

[@BillSW]

great watching your passion in building history

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bill, Mike

[@mja9001]

True craftsman.. great video

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks MjA, I appreciate it. mike

[@bg147]

Those steps turned out great.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks bg, I appreciate it. mike

[@tgirgis]

love your videos mike. Keep them coming

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tony, I will, mike

[@snowdust2752]

I'm a landscaper, just started doing hardscape work, I really like your video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks thriftyali, I appreciate it, mike

[@deaconlight7146]

Hey, Mike! I prefer “old-school.” Thanks for sharing some of your old-school wisdom in videos like this. I’ve learned so much... And thanks for another great video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Nicholas, mike

[@jimcowan6472]

Thanks so much Mike. Fantastic work and great video. I’m inspired now. Needed a solution for a step up to my back lean to and this would look great. Wish me luck 👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, I am sure you will do well, Mike

[@jquintana7097]

Wow beautiful work I'm inspired.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks J, Mike

[@tomquinn7896]

I'm 66 and retired from the USPS. But I'd walk your package across the building (5 minutes) to save you 4 days. Retired now I enjoy your videos because as a factory semi skilled laborer for 42 years I so appreciate old school. I wanted to lay down a single piece hearth for a fireplace. I dug out the brick and went to a place called Ferrari and Banner in Springfield, Mass. Mr Ferrari was in his 70's and me in my 20's but he saw my appreciation for his craft. So he took me from the raw marble (1980's everthing in sheds by hand and machine) and he showed me the whole process from raw to finished stone. At the time they were finishing this black marble with a green vein. For some guys fireplace. Anyway Mr Ferrari saw I loved the stone and set me up wth a carerra marble piece 6 x 3 foot which I set on some self leveling product as the hearth for my fireplace. Just wanted to share that story with you. He was an old school mason and he said to me....I like you. Your'e no bullshit. And then gave me this beautiful cut of marble for 500 USD. And shoed me a piece maybe 10 x 10 andlet me select the cut. I'm divorced widowed and married again. But I will never forget Mr. Farrari and the craft he shared with a regular guy like me.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks for the Story tom, all the old timers are gone, I am happy when things get shared, thanks mike

[@pauldrowns7270]

Old school rules! I need to build steps, block and large concrete pavers for a gradual decline, and install ADA compliant railings.
Watching your videos has shifted me from 'over thinking' to doing.
I do understand base. I lost the patio in a divorce but it was built on the knowledge of older guys working on sidewalks in Portland, Maine.
18' of gravel and sand, well tamped, pitched, and it's unmoved after 32 years.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks paup, The old-timers knew their stuff, Mike

[@luism.raposo5138]

Beautiful. Thank you so much my old timer You Tube friend.❤

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks luism,,,Mike

[@brawnko1173]

You do amazing work! Thanks for the videos!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks brawnko, Mike

[@slichti1]

I just want to say I’m 57 years old been doing masonry on my life I think I’m old-school I enjoy doing Masonary brick block stone look him stick them hard scape in and I’m drawn to your videos are enjoying very much I hope you keep doing them i’d like to see you do a couple different fireplaces

[@MikeHaduck]

steven, I appreciate hearing that from a pro, I sure you know fireplaces are getting rare,I do not think a inspector knows how to inspect one, thanks mike

[@slichti1]

Yeah every now and then you get one I was hoping maybe you could do oldschool fireplace versus new school fireplace including something like a Rumsford fireplace a standard fireplace fireplace with heater later and it maybe fireplace with an insert gas fireplaces with wood chimneys stucco on the outside without aluminum pipe sticking out the chimney that be new school

[@paulh6467]

Another great video Mike.
I really enjoy the comparisons between old school and new.
Regards

[@MikeHaduck]

thank you Paul, Regards also, mike

[@jamesdickson3616]

Your a good man mike down to earth and a hard worker .thanks for passing on your skills iv learned a lot ,maybe it’s time for you to take it a little bit Easy and relax Jimmy west Australia 66 years old

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi James , I am 63 and I am right behind you, lol. refused a lot of work already and cooling down, God bless, mike

[@felixnieves1589]

Great Job !! 👍👍 Thks ! for Ur explain it how to build this steepest !!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Felix, I appreciate it, Mike

[@greg6107]

Nice job Mike, build a few myself enjoyed.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Greg, I appreciate hearing that from a pro, thanks mike

[@greg6107]

Nice job Mike, very fessional.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Greg, I appreciate it, Mike

[@joseromo2409]

looking good !!

[@petecaldwell698]

Mike, great videos. Keep them coming. You are a talented film maker.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Pete, I appreciate it, just passing along what I learned from others, thanks again, mike

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Pete, I try, little at a time, thanks again, mike

[@joepadgette7173]

thanx Mike, very helpful.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks joe, I appreciate it. mike

[@compubyte2010]

thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate it, Mike

[@alexisdias7997]

Y no me cansare de agradécele todos estos vídeos que tanto y de una forma sencilla nos instruye y eso que yo no entiendo su idioma, pero aprendo viéndolo

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Alexis, mike

[@thomasheller1526]

Madison NJ has some great old buildings and some nice new ones.
The train runs through town. There are some real signs of wear an tear. You may enjoy a quick peak. And a free hair cut.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thomas, Mike

[@23remolacha]

I love this job!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks fransisco, I appreciate it. mike

[@fernandoontiveros9184]

I got my own masonry company , I love watching your videos for different ideas 👍🏽, never stop learning 💯

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Fernando, I appreciate that, mike

[@jackbowey2483]

awesome video mike thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jack, Mike

[@brickbybric]

Very nice job mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks brick, I appreciate it. mike

[@supurbian]

another great video..thanks !!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks you supurbian, I appreciate it. mike

[@bobrenner1624]

Thanks Mike 🙂 Great video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bob, Mike

[@KingBroleslaw]

Thanks, Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you Ian, I appreciate it. mike

[@juanlopez-hv1xw]

Great job mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you juan, I appreciate it. mike

[@Pizzacato1]

Mike...
excellent info

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Pizza, mike

[@EngineerPEretired]

I enjoy watching you work, I could do that all day... I like your passion! That is what makes you so "good" -- you enjoy what you do. Now go buy a mask and some safety glasses... ty

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks, you are 100% right, I appreciate it thanks mike

[@showandgo]

Sir I am not sending you anything, but I do have a lot of respect and my regards heading your way. One of the best videos I watched on YT. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Noel, Mike

[@earthwind2895]

I can't tell you how appreciative i am .. You are amazing and i am so grateful. I would like to suggest you add commercials to your videos .. yoiu would make several hundred dollars a month and i believe you deserve it.. Im your biggest fan... always Michael

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks , I appreciate it. mike

[@23remolacha]

Thanks for the video.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks fransisco, I appreciate it. mike

[@lucasled5049]

You are amazing man!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Lucas, mike

[@FireplacesRock]

Thank You for the Inspiration!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hey Jaime, thanks for yours, Mike

[@jaimetaylor9694]

Mike Haduck, I have learned a lot watching your videos. I am a young mason that was taught by an old school mason for the past few years here in michigan, I recently started my own business and doing my own work, when I get it, however work is not coming in consistantly due to being "new" my question for you is, what are the best ways to get your name out there and get more work ? I do great work, I keep my job sites clean. my mentor gets probably 5-10 calls a day but he has been at it for 40+ years and like yourself comes from a long line of masons.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jamie, I am going to put a video on in a few days called "how I bid a masonry job" I do not know if it will help but like the guy 40+ years in comes in time. I you see a bad set of steps put a little flyer in the door, etc etc, I hear that some are doing in on angies list and whaterver, I hope it helps, thanks mike

[@Philadelphia19147]

Mike, you're the best guy on TH-cam

[@MikeHaduck]

I appreciate it John, lots of good guys out there, I try, thanks mike

[@robsonger1]

I'm enjoying your videos, thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi rob , I recognized the name as soon as I seen it , I have checked out some of your videos and appreciate them, very good, nice to hear from you, Your site does not say where you are from? thanks mike

[@robsonger1]

hi Mike, I'm in the UK
thanks for replying.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi rob, I know in the UK they are still hot on the brickwork, over here it is disappearing, everything glass and concrete. I plan to do a video on conway castle maybe next year, If you were close we might do a video together, thanks for replying also, mike

[@robsonger1]

it would be great to meet you in person.

[@MikeHaduck]

same here rob, if I am coming that way, I will let you know, maybe we will do something, thanks mike

[@mikeromeolima]

Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, mike

[@MrCudaguy71]

I need these steps on my house. I like that look

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks , Mike

[@dunanfs1187]

Thank you for the video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Fernando, mike

[@karenmemhardt5212]

Beautiful...

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Karen, mike

[@cesarespinal8151]

That looks cool 😎

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Cesar, Mike

[@denisconor648]

Great stuff

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Denis, Mike

[@hughjones6300]

Good job Mike. Informative and entertaining. We used to have a rule. If the owner helps add 20% to the bill.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Hugh, good idea,lol, mike

[@CAPTAINBBQ1]

Thank you very much helped me alot

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks CAPT, I appreciate it, mike

[@omlet1231]

Beautiful

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Kaiser, Mike

[@MrBudpln]

Great vid Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks billy, I appreciate it. mike

[@MrBudpln]

Mike Haduck I would love to see a vid on how to cover older concrete formed steps with stone I'm planning on doing it with what I've learned from your vids!

[@IamMuRdA313]

the steps look beautiful. wanna know my first thought? my first thought was man it would be nice to make something like that myself. Thanks mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

thank you iGot, I hope it works well, mike

[@Mackandal-]

Thank you, Mike! As usual ,. " Like a Dentist . . ." 💯💪🏾

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mack, Mike

[@D_J_R_S]

I love your vids

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Vegan, I appreciate it. mike

[@jonb12321]

Thanks for this Mike, I appreciate seeing how you do things in Penn. And I love your bluestone.
Here in upland Yorkshire, England, we are still building like you did in the past - your videos of American houses from the 1800s look like buildings here, which we're still building today (though with the inside skin being block). All the stone we lay follows the strata bed, not end on, and we tip it lightly forward with small stone shims at the back - so rain-driven water is pushed to the front of the building, along the bed. And with plenty of stone laying around we never use it as a veneer. Plus a lot of the mortar we use is lime, which has made a good comeback in the last 20 years - especially for re-pointing lime-built structures. It's the same all over upland Britain, though with regional variations.
And Mike, I'm the same but please try to use a mask more when using a grinder - loads of stonemasons and quarry-workers round here have silitosis, from stonedust in the lungs.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks jonb, your comments are always appreciated, I always felt England had the best masons, I still want to visit conwy castle some day, thanks mike

[@jonb12321]

Thanks Mike, your videos are great. Have a look at York Minster and the stone buildings - textile mills, churches, castles, houses and drystone walls - all over Pennine Yorkshire.

[@jonb12321]

Yes, Conwy is in North Wales, which is well-known for blue slate. It is not too far from my area - in North Yorkshire (the village is on the border of Lancashire/West Yorkshire/North Yorkshire). We are also near York, and both the Pennines (hills) and the Lake District historically had a lot of quarrying and are full of stone buildings. Derbyshire, in the region around Chatsworth House (a grand estate owned by the Duke of Devonshire) had arguably the first mechanised industrial process in the world, in the form of cotton spinning (using imported US cotton) at Cromford Mill.
If you make it to the UK let me know, you'd be welcome to stay if coming a year from now or more. I'm developing an old textile mill for various uses - partly residential/holiday homes. Like all the buildings in my area, it's stone. It's quite a good example of a late 19th century textile mill - from the early Industrial Revolution period; although the oldest sections are thought to be 1000 years old plus. It was originally a corn mill ('corn' in the UK means 'grain' in American English). There is also an American connection - one of the early investors in the enterprise emigrated to the US, and set up cotton spinning mills around the South.
If interested in the building, have a look at the Lothersdale Mill website - which is a work in progress.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi jonb, I did check it out, you can see where we over here got all our influence (New England) Pennsylvania mostly included. That would be a great trip for sure, I appreciate the offer, I could get a few good videos over there, England has the best stone work in my opinion, we all learned about England in our History books in school, the mother country, of all our law culture and early building, thanks I appreciate it. mike

[@jonb12321]

Ok Mike, I'll email you now. Then you can delete.

[@hanajesinova763]

Thank you Mike, I am woman and will do it . Great video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks hana, I know you can, Mike