Videos tagged with Masonry Techniques

This guide details the process of building the door arch for a D105 fire brick pizza oven. It covers the critical steps of preparing and laying numbered fire bricks using a specialized French mortar called Simol Fondue. Key techniques include ensuring proper brick soaking, achieving the correct mortar consistency, using a support form with shims for easy removal, and carefully cleaning excess mortar. The process emphasizes precision with an eighth-inch joint and the use of a dead blow hammer for adjustments.

This guide details the process of laying the floor base for a fire brick pizza oven using refractory air-set mortar. It emphasizes proper mortar preparation, soaking refractory tiles, precise placement, and the use of a dead blow hammer for seating. Achieving flush and level joints is crucial for optimal oven performance and preventing dough from falling through.