Old Bricklayers -

: In many regions, the terms "mason" and "bricklayer" are used interchangeably, though a mason may also work with stone and concrete.

For decades, bricklaying has been a trade where experience is visible in the final product. OLD BRICKLAYERS

: While modern sites use lasers, many veteran bricklayers rely on a "well-trained eye" and a traditional spirit level to ensure a perfectly plumb wall . : In many regions, the terms "mason" and

: One of the most difficult skills for a newcomer is "rolling the mortar"—getting the consistency and "spread" exactly right so the brick sits perfectly without being squeezed out. : In many regions

The phrase "Old Bricklayers" is frequently associated with a classic piece of construction humor known as .