ATTEMPTING TO BUILD A MASSIVE BLOCK WALL WITH NO EXPERIENCE ON OUR ABANDONED PROPERTY!
17 December 2023 · 30 min · 231K views · Puerto Rico
What this video covers
A first-time builder constructs a concrete block wall on a private property in Puerto Rico, using a 3:1 mortar mix and a string line to ensure alignment.13:25 After initial layout errors resulted in a gate opening shrinking from 12 feet to 11.6 feet, the builder adjusted the steel reinforcement to accommodate a 4-foot door.7:26 The project involves sourcing blocks from multiple local ferreterias, which caused inconsistencies in block thickness and required manual offloading.29:14 To test mortar consistency and strength, the crew performed a mock-up using three blocks, confirming the "peanut butter" texture held under weight.11:40 The builder established corner columns first, allowing them to set before filling in the long runs to prevent shifting.23:06 The process includes sifting local sand to remove aggregate, though the crew eventually switched to pre-mixed mortar bags from Home Depot for better consistency.10:11 Future steps include filling structural cells with concrete, installing gate hardware, and applying stucco.29:53
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