Construction of Mudbrick Wall

Upon beginning the mud-brick wall we were unsure whether the wall wall stay steady and not collapse. We had decided to place brick ties between the mortar connecting to the stud wall to give it it's extra strength as shown in the video. On completion of the wall it held together pretty well together.

Tarps where used to shield the mud brick wall from weather conditions while we wait for the wall to dry out. Wish us good luck.
The next stage of construction would possibly be:
1. Complete rafter/roofing system.
2. Add window.
3. Complete 5 minute water test.

Stage 4: Construction of the wall

Today turned out to be excellent with the weather holding off, allowing us to construct our wall.
When the group arrived we were happy to see that our bricks had turned out quite well. Something that as a group we were all worried about, however after seeing them stacked today we were quite happy at our effort.
The day started off with a lot of preparation. Having come to an agreement on where it would be best to construct our wall. So we created a strong level surface that would be suitable for the wall.

After organising materials for the days work. We then started on the frame using MGP10 timber to create a stud.
Once in place and propped up, we began construction and then formed our wall.

As a group we were very pleased with the performance of the day. Considering both walls were put up. By doing this we will allow the wall to set and mean that the next time we meet, we will be able to construct the roof and come close to finalising the wall.

Photos from today:









Here is a close up showing the accuracy of the level of our lintel. As a group we were worried that the wall would be out of shape either side, or that the bricks wouldn't line up at the top, however from the placing the lintel and checking the level, we were very pleased.






- As a conclusion this is the end of a long days work. We had successfully constructed the wall with the window boxed out ready to be installed. As a group we were very pleased with the outcome.

Now we nervously wait and hope the wall will set in this weather.

Tomorrows Agenda

Considering the last account in which the group and myself were together we had a successful run making the bricks. It was good considering everything went to plan and the ingredients were at hand when needed. An issue we had was the worry that the bricks wouldn't set, after a day or two the bricks remained moist, however now that a month has gone by, the bricks are completely set.

Just some snapshots from the day:












We were fortunate enough to have an excellent day of weather that day. Something in which we are hoping for tomorrow, as tomorrows plan is to construct our wall.

We are facing the issue of rain at the moment, this will effect us, as it wont help the wall mortar like joins to bond, therefore the wall will be constructed in a covered area, however when the time arises in which we put it under the test of a constant spray of water, the wall will have to be moved, this is something we will have to resolve in tomorrows construction.