These videos are great. My favorite part is when rob tosses the mortar on and then methodically removes what is necessary. Listening to the sound of the trowel scrape the sides of the bricks is very soothing to listen to. I could pull up a lawn chair and watch this guy work for an entire day.

Ledge.... as a total novice - learnt stacks. And best to learn good habits now. Thanks buddy..! I’m a refrigeration engineer but have always been facilitated with bricklaying. And had a few goes over the yrs. finally getting the hang of the basics. IMO Building a wall is one of the most fundamental things a man can do. And with this ‘simple’ skill I can change my families lives. Amazing practical art.. Respect.. 👊🏽

Watching and learning and doing four years at night school .which is an an achievement in it's own right . This guy is the grand master !

It’s nice that people like this guy takes the time to show off their skills, many thanks.

Another great video Rob. Precise clear instructions for us beginners. Thank you for taking the time to make sure these great videos. Very much appreciated.

I'm really appreciative that you treated the spider with kindness.

@billcoley8520

3 жыл бұрын

P Dee screw that spider

These videos are - quite simply - SUPERB !! There are few things in this life more satisfying than mastering a craft - and Rob is quite clearly a Master of his.

Great vids very informative thanks for taking the time to make them. I don’t like killing spiders too. Keep up the good work. Atb Pete

A joy to watch, love the way the bed is right off the trowel and only slight pressure required to get the brick down to the line.

Watching you build is like reading poetry! Very clean. I hope Mason's that have experience learn from you. The mortar against a profile will dry faster and possibly flash set on a hot day too because the wood will absorb the moisture

I love this guy, I have no intention of ever laying any bricks - I just find him fascinating to watch, thanks Rob.

Really enjoying this basics series. Much appreciated!

Good evening Rob. Just looking at your videos, great tuition very interesting and, great advice. Many thanks and Kind regards Colyn.

Rob, can't remember if it was this video, but that tip you gave about using your left hand and rocking the level a bit was really the one tip that finally got it for me. Thanks so much!

Rob i jusr wanted to say thank you. You're an excellent instructor and I would have loved being your student. I have watched several other masons and I find your brick laying to be far superior. As for me I'm making plans for a brick raised garden and a patio partition wall with a out door grill. I have learned so much, I wish i had become a mason when i was young! thanks

Best bricky to ever touch a trowel sir rob you’re ridiculously great!!

The best bricklayer on youtube . A class act . Respect

Master craftsman at work!love watching all your videos Rob always good for hints and tips...cheers mate

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

that was a nice comment Paul, thank you and keep watching..

Nice video. I'm a London bricklayer nowadays but recognise the accent and the flat landscape a mile off. Good ol'boy!!

Hi Rob you mentioned a few things in this video and it reminded me of a time not so long ago I was working with another bricklayer and he would always drum into me Keep your perps in line, keep the arris of the bricks in line with the one below and lastly he use to say now and again get off the line. just made me smile great videos keep them coming!

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thanks Tom, your comment brought back thoughts of my apprenticeship years... thank you for watching

Another great video Rob. I could watch them all day.

Absolutely brilliant Rob! You make it all look so very easy thank you so much for taking the time to post even an old dog like can learn something new

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, still plenty to come.

. You’d think after doing this all day it would be the last thing I’d want to watch but no , really enjoyed it , thanks Rob 👍🏼

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

haha, that made me smile. Keep up the great work

@KevinColt

5 жыл бұрын

LOL same.. but only cause rob makes it so much pleasant and better than what we actually do lmao

@stevem7571

4 жыл бұрын

Me 3

@everettwhite9874

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds to me that you enjoy your work.

@SteveAndAlexBuild

3 жыл бұрын

Everett White 🧱👍🏽

Thanks for the great video rob, have just started my brick laying apprenticeship. Lots to learn and it’s good to watch videos from you and get tips. Thanks rob!

@robsonger1

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jake, my I suggest you watch Rodian, Ginger Dust and Izack(??)(in Australia) and pick the best from each to get your perfect style. Thanks for watching, I have lots more to come

Clear and concise instruction, Rob and easy to understand you teaching. My old dad was a bricklayer, as a 14 year old he used to ask me to help him on small homer jobs and to teach me how to lay brick. I wish I had taken the time back then to spend time with him, I never did. One of my big regrets in life.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

its never too late, pick up a trowel and mess around in your garden, follow the next few videos and even if you just play around with bricks, believe me, it can be so satisfying, therapeutic...and rewarding.

@cmbpepperboy

5 жыл бұрын

Hey @bluekingfisher, its always easier said than done. All that's left is to just do it. I remember times like that with my dad, him teaching me how to lay bricks, lay blocks, and form up concrete. Those were some of the best memories of him that I have. I wish I could have those times back

A Bricklayers mind Never stops. Its always thinking of ways to improve and hone their Skills.

Superbly explained, Rob. Even as a 50 year old brickie, I found that fascinating. I love this trade (mostly!)

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Jim, and I'm glad you are loving it..

Great instruction and demonstration of craft; clear, concise and free of ego.

Brilliant video rob, thank you for taking the time to break it down in such easily digestible detail. I wish I had your videos when I was learning.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Elliot, and thank you for taking the time to comment.

i love bricklaying and even after laying them all day i still find myself watching videos but thats because everyones constantly learning.. awesome video mate 👍👍

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Jason

Thanks for the video always fun watching you lay brick and explaining how to do it.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching

You are a real jeweler at work and a great teacher in training. Deeply I respect you!

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you so much..

Just subscribed to your channel bud,been watching your videos for the last 18 months and your a quality Bricklayer.👌

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you, lots more to come...

Absolutely superb, Rob. All of the fascinating details which we wouldn't ordinarily be privy to; I always enjoy and admire your attention to these and your logical reasoning for each 'point' that you make. It all contributes to your craftsmanship and precision. Thank you for your efforts and explanations. Another well-deserved 'Goodonya' from Downunder. 👌👍😊

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you very much Jem, I always like to read a nice comment. Please keep watching

@PrettyGreenMonk

5 жыл бұрын

What he said 👍

Rob you are a true tradesman! I feel like I can go outside and build an extension.

Thanks for these videos , it's really helped me to improve my skills , and get more confident. Cheers

It’s such a pleasure to watch a craftsman, thanks for sharing your trade. Mine was in stone tile.

Very good teaching and quality work thanks for sharing

Every day is a learning day - interesting about looking down the line - saw a brand new wall recently and the bottom course had an obvious brick that was out of alignment by 6-8 mm I could only assume it had been knocked by a boot accidentally in a rush -It spoilt a generally tidy job - My Dads kit has the wood line blocks - posh Oak keep up the good work Rob

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Ben and please keep watching, so much more to come..

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Ben and please keep watching, so much more to come..

Rob I’ve watched all your video s and without a doubt you are a master at this and could do it in your sleep all the best mate

Without doubt ,, one of the best tradesmen on KZread,, gather round young uns ,, watch and learn from one of the greatest

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

haha, thank you, but there are a number who hugely disagree with you...and I'm one of them.

@seamusfoster

5 жыл бұрын

rob songer ive been laying bricks for 30 years,, so I’ll have to agree to disagree 😂😂

@brando6BL

5 жыл бұрын

The important point is that all brickies should maintain the same standard. They can be speedier than each other - use different kit - wear different clothes - BUT, they must adhere to the rules of bond and gauge at all times.

big thanks for the tips hope your you tube channel takes off keep the videos coming

I wish you were my college teacher when I did my apprenticeship your very calm easy to understand a true master bricklayer good job

Best brickie I’ve ever seen

Супер кладка!!! Очень красиво смотрится!!! 👍🏻

I learnt more from this video than my teacher back during my apprenticeship

Great video. Great job. And, I like those boots

Great skill and thanks for saving wildlife.

man this guys work is so neat, a real pro

Your a living legend rob

Just recently passed my trade test and love to see these video rob everyday is still a learning day so thanks👍🏻👍🏻

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Stuart

@uhidk9652

3 жыл бұрын

What is a trade test

Helpful, thanks from Texas 👍

Fantastic little video, nice & simple but very informative thanks for sharing 👍

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching

hi Rob, I've never laid bricks before but your videos are brilliant. You are a master of the art and I thank you for sharing your knowledge, wish me luck !

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

hi Gary, if you are now about to start your journey of practical bricklaying.....keep me posted, I'd like to see how you progress and how the love of this fine trade grabs hold of you. Thank you.

@stephensprecker1509

5 жыл бұрын

Back in the day when I was just starting I took a 20 week course at a local college to learn how to lay brick. The guys I worked for only did block (more money in it at the time). We had an instructor come in for a week and teach us how to lay Angel stone. One of the first things he told us was " You think that you are learning a trade, well you're not. You've caught a disease and there is no cure for it so just enjoy it". I've tried all sorts of trades and positions, worked as a cabinetmaker for a number of years in the off seasons and slow times. If the bricklayers aren't working.......no one is working. In all these years, this has proved to be true. Thanks Rob, save me a place on the line. Stephen.

I wish they had explained it that well when I was at college! Students would do well to watch all of these. As well as us folk that get paid for it. A lot of sense in what you are saying and I like the way you give the reasons for and against certain options! Keep em coming man!

Great job , nice shoes, good luck 😉 👏👏

fantastic please keep doing these videos. I own a brickwork company but still enjoy watching a real craftsman

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

you own a brickwork company? whereabouts?

@davedavids2231

5 жыл бұрын

+rob songer yes based in London. we do projects in London Surrey and Kent. we have 12 guys at present but it changes with the work we have on

I love how rob said he’s quite happy with the faceplane, it was perfect ! 😂

Thank's Rob, I have been practicing your head joint buttering technique. I really appreciate your videos.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

that is a really nice reply, I hope you carry on enjoying these videos, thank you for watching.

@andymac9733

5 жыл бұрын

also I have been doing your bed joint spreading technique with great success. (that's easier than the head joint technique in my opinion). We have to keep the homeowners happy and make pretty. Still, thanks for responding and I have nothing else. just thanks.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you again Andy, keep watching....more to come

Great bricky rob thks for saving spider 👍 I'm ricky the bricky lol 💪 love ur twisted piers

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ricky

this is the best instructions! straight to the point!!!!

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you..

Brilliant Rob, im learning so much, Thanks

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you, keep watching...more coming soon..

Super neat lovely brick work keep it up

Hi Rob thanks for giving us your time you a truly great guy thanks.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Alister, if my videos make just one person happy, then I'm happy.

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Alistair, but I'm no different to the next guy.

@Droningonuk

5 жыл бұрын

@@robsonger1 difference is you give a toss and you believe in being efficient (for example making sure ure purps/crossjoints are full to save pointing time) and making sure the job is done properly and looks right in a world with too many bodgers and cowboys. I remember and old boss of mine saying "anyone can make a pile of sh*t" I try to remember that every day I work.

Thank you for sharing. You sounded like teacher unlike the short-fused ego maniac I worked with.

These videos to me never get old I watch constant videos of masonry I don't think I'll ever not love the trade God love the Masons

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

yep, brickwork is the best.....for me..

A very good demo very detailed tips thank you mate

Fantastic content, thanks so much for doing these.

If carlsberg did a bricklaying advert you would be in it rob.Probably the best bricklayer in the world.(most tidy trowel i have seen)

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

I've had some nice comments from some really nice people on here, but yours put the biggest smile on my face today, thank you Stephen

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

PS. I'm just a bricklayer

So, where are all the technical colleges gone? I paid out my own money to learn bricklaying at able skills in Kent over a few weekends. I wasn't very good at it but you've got to give it a go. This is a good instruction and demonstration.

@robsonger1

2 жыл бұрын

come for a couple of sessions

you are a great teacher rob!

Rob your the worlds best at buttering bricks!!!!!!

Hi Rob. Little tip with the corner block. Pull the line trew your gauge Mark and put the corner block around the opposite side of the profile with the line on the face of your profile. This way you can see the l8ne is on your gauge Mark. Hope that makes sense to you.✌

@szeamusc8739

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Rob, I'm left handed, but lay in the same direction, left to right...mainly hollow blocks.

Fantastic rob. I’ve gone back bricklaying after 15 years of venturing into other things. Could you do a tutorial on perping a block etc. be great help All the best

No tapping too ! I enjoyed this !

cheers rob, yet another great set of vids, well done buddy, keep them coming

Great video Rob thanks greetings from a dutch bricklayer. Gr. Jan

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching

Great Video..... wouldn't it be interesting if a number of similar skills from different countries did a tips and tricks from their nations together.... I reckon even the skilled artisans would find these video's interesting.. really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing... :-)

@robsonger1

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Good vids sir a true craftsman lots of good tips

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you

Nice Job Rob. Greeting from Venezuela!!!!!

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

hello from a chilly UK!!!

Nice to see you have some good quality brick you can't make a rolls Royce job using skoda parts keep up the good work I'm a brickayer with 30 year's experience and enjoy the way you explain how to build using the proper techniques

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you Richard, lots more still to come.

Appreciate ya man! Just started my apprenticeship with the bricklayers here in Kansas City and look forward to more vids!!

@briansiciliano4125

5 жыл бұрын

Remember Youngblood listen to the old heads they've been there done that don't ever say yeah I know

@briansiciliano4125

5 жыл бұрын

You going to be the next Generation make us proud kid

@briansiciliano4125

5 жыл бұрын

BAC number 5 New Jersey

@briansiciliano4125

5 жыл бұрын

And keep an open mind you might have 30 years experience with someday and some young green kiddo come up and show you what he does and it's better that you've been doing for years

@briansiciliano4125

5 жыл бұрын

Good luck don't hurt yourself it's a good living it worked out for me

very helpful and informative thanks

Good teacher he got all day to make it look good

Lovely mortar there. Reminds me of angel delight

Good stuff Mr songer, keep them coming please

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

there should be a few more, thank you for watching

Excellent video again..thanks Rob

@robsonger1

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I like to keep the brick away from the line the thickness of the line (1/16th to 1/8th of an inch). That way you don't EVER have to worry about the brick bumping the line. The problem is getting the other bricklayers to do the same thing; which is fine, as long as they don't touch the line. ... It's also a good idea to lay the brick slightly high to the line (about a 1/16"), it's easier to see, more uniform, and faster.

Love the way you butter up each brick that is spot on! Great vid

Brilliant.....could watch these all day...;-)))

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

please do, but make sure you have a good supply of tea..

@seanditch4419

5 жыл бұрын

@@robsonger1 😂🤣😂🤣

Dry bond you get straight perps from bottom to top . Good

Beautiful work.

Great video, thank you for taking your time doing this. One question, what size is your gauge line? Brick height plus 10mm ? Thanks again.

Rob. I need a wall for my conservatory in Cornwall... fancy dropping round? 😄. Love watching you work. Top job.

It takes me back Rob when I was a young man, I remember not long after I started I would tap the brick when working on the line and a Bricky would say can you hear that woodpecker I got the hint and realized if you lay a perfect bed joint you can push the brick down with your hand, makes you a much quicker Bricky. Keep up the good work Rob I'm really enjoying it, plus a few good tips I leaned.

It's a great trade like all trades are, and it takes years to become fully skilled, but all essential skills are greatly undervalued and the wealth generated, is usually expropriated by the contractors that most brickies end up working for, I gave up laying bricks 12 years ago, breaking my back from dawn till dusk 5 days a week, watching my boss do fuck all but complain we ain't working quick enough, from the comfort of his brand new Range Rover, it's not so bad if you work only for yourselves, but it's still hard graft, this don't matter when your young, but as the years roll on it gets harder and harder as the aches and pains of manual labour begin to take their toll.. But great tutorial mate and good luck

@BillSikes.

5 жыл бұрын

@Wash-PA-Diggers good day Bruv and up the workers, the economy would completely collapse it it wernt for the effort of the manual labour force.. Best of luck Bricky :)

Funny watching this, 25years laying bricks, you can see why the pommy brickie don't last in Australia , they get blown off the line. But jokes aside, it's a good learning blog. Good on you mate .

Rob, fantastic videos - i must have watched everything you have put on here. I'm interested in the mortar you use for these training videos. Is it a special type - to allow easy disassembly? i need more practise but do not have the space or stock for the number of walls / panels i would like to try.

Good Job Master Perfect.

Catchy videos, i like the way how you explain all of these

@robsonger1

5 жыл бұрын

thank you..