Believe it or not, brick walls go back thousands of years. While the basics of building a wall are easy to understand and may seem simple, it takes a lot of practice and proper technique. You need to have the right mortar consistency and the right brick/block material. For example, there are three basic types of bricks:
- Bricks that can withstand direct contact with the ground and moisture (which is needed for foundations and patios),
- Bricks that can withstand freezing temperatures
- Bricks for interior work.
I have been building brick walls for over 30 years.
Here is an example of an interior cinder block wall being built.
Here is an example of an exterior wall being built
