Matelot Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Does anyone know if there are demo videos on YouTube that deal with French building techniques in particular.I was thinking of lime rendering and also the use of the product called Patrimoine to repair stonework. In fact tutorial videos on any subject of French bricolage would be of use to a 'bodger' like myself! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunday Driver Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Go to YouTubeType in BricolageHelp yourself to loads of bricolage videos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matelot Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 Thanks SD.I'll do just that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote user="Sunday Driver"]Go to YouTubeType in BricolageHelp yourself to loads of bricolage videos.[/quote]So, to take another example, if I wanted some motorcycling videos, I could go to YouTube, type in "motorcycle", and help myself to some videos?Isn't technology amazing! Crikey, why didn't I think of this before?! [6] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbie Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote user="sid"] Crikey, why didn't I think of this before?! [6][/quote]Well, we will have to draw our own conclusions about that[:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine Animal Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Enduits à la chaux Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 [quote user="Rabbie"][quote user="sid"] Crikey, why didn't I think of this before?! [6][/quote]Well, we will have to draw our own conclusions about that[:D][/quote]I had to smile at your signature line, Rabbie; absolutely the same here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 If anyone knows of a link to a good guide to using the 'hollow' concrete blocks to build retaining walls it would be appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Yes you use them like Lego only you have to stick them with mortar [:P]For a really strong wall try reinforcing steel cast into the base and running up through the blocks then filled with concrete [;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Anyone can make a video for Youtube, it doesn't mean they are doing it correctly anymore than posters of a forum just now with moving pictures!"It must be true I saw it on Youtube" [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 I wasn't thinking 'You tube' neccessarily ....I wondered if maybe a manufacturer or supplier had a good guide? thanks anyways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markthespark Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Big Mac.....If you're meaning "Parpaing" - the standard French concrete block.....I'm sure there's plenty of videos online, but if it's a retaining wall, you may well be best in include a couple of piers to add strength and make sure you've a good foundation and drainage through the wall. No disrespect, but do consider seeking the advice of someone who knows what they're doing and ask them to actually visit the site.M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 Hi Mark, While the sentiment is appreciated - the blocks I have already have 'holes' which can align into an internal reinforced concrete chord so no buttresses or piers required.I have rebar and can get the cages to space the reinforcement however have noticed the French using steel in bed joints etc...be good just to see some footage of them actually 'doing it' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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