How to Start Building Walls; How to Build an Extension (3)

How to build a wall and how to build an extension is the latest video from Homebuilding and Renovating, in association with Folding Doors 2U. We detail the process of building a single storey extension.

With Master Builder Andy Stevens we follow the build from beginning to completion, outlining all the major stages and techniques involved.

This is Part 3 - Beginning the Brickwork, covering setting out, mixing mortar, choice of brick, laying techniques and cavity wall construction

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[petermcgill]

Nice, quiet, understated way of talking. Made it much easier to focus on what he was saying, and why. Makes listening to content pleasant and informative. I can't stand people who shout or are verbose.

[aaronharris]

Really good series and loads of useful info if you are doing a DIY job or indeed wish to see what is involved and get an understanding of what the builders will do. Thanks for putting these on youtube!

[neilvirgo]

Great video. I am about to build a retaining block wall up the top of my garden and your videos are the best I have seen. thanks

[richardmiller]

Great video, comprehensive knowledge but what I like most is your actually a very good presenter

[solo-repair]

Should be 3-1 mix for sub-structure [ splash course ] [ below damp ] then above damp whatever spec there is on the drawings normally 6-1/5-1. Worked on hundreds of New builds as Site Engineer

[MrJohnnynapalm]

Great instructional video - thanks for sharing 👍

[simonjohnson]

Great demonstration what if your measurements don’t work to block work size and you need a cut where would you put it cheers

[RiderReview]

Exactly what i plan to do tomorrow. Thanks alot. You make it sound so simple and guess what if Rambo could understand you then anyone can.

[buildermarkdarrin]

Should use level buckets to knock up the mix to ensure consistency. Also 3:1 underground and 5:1 above with feb only. Washing up liquid weakens the mix

[kamgunner]

Hello mate. Brilliant video thank you! What part of the country do you accept work in? Thanks.

[matthewmcintyre]

Really good video. Really to listen and understand

[paulbrookman]

washing up liquid...I was on a site where they were using that once and building control stopped all works, better to use feb in your mortar mix

[TheDoobidoos]

hi can you show next adding the 50mm insulation? good vid thanks

[treepee]

Good Video
My question is:Can you come out with the foundation concrete of below ground level and make a wooden frame and level it off with same time after pouring concrete?

[saifsaif]

Great video. Can you give more on the string line. How its used on inner skin. How to shift it to second course?

[lengthmuldoon]

Thought this series was great, deserves many more views. Nice work

[EverydayWorkshop]

Great video thanks. I plan on building a workshop extension and your video are very clear, so thanks again Subscribed 👍

[OriginalPeterPan]

Excellent info mate. Decent DIY'er here and looking to build extension this year. Just subbed 👍

[mourachinha]

What’s the reason for not filling the gap with 100mm insulation or not having the air gap either side? Thanks.

[williamwhitmore]

Could you please explain why only 50mm cavity wall insulation, why not 100mm to completely fill the gap ?