Are you a professional builder needing supplies for your next project? Or maybe you’re attempting your own home renovation? If so, our breeze blocks are perfect for the job.

Breeze blocks can be used for load and non-load-bearing walls for both commercial and residential buildings. Today, Beesley and Fildes will guide you through the installation process for breeze blocks.

Browse our high-quality breeze blocks whilst you're here for a structure you can rely on.

How to Prepare

Begin by wearing appropriate PPE. This includes safety glasses, gloves, and a dust mask to protect yourself from flying debris and sharp edges.

When lifting the heavy blocks, lift with your legs and not your back to prevent pulling your muscles.

Clear the area beforehand to prevent any tripping hazards. If you’re working indoors, open all the doors and windows to allow the fumes to escape, especially when working with cement and mortar.

Necessary Tools and Materials

Tools

Trowel
Spirit level
String line
Rubber mallet
Hand tamper
Bull float
Measuring tape
Wheelbarrow and shovel
Masonry chisel and hammer
Scaffolding or ladders (optional)

Materials

Bucket or mixing Tub
Breeze blocks
Mortar
Concrete mix
Gravel
Water, sand, and cement

A Step-by-Step Guide to Laying Breeze Blocks

Once you have gathered the correct tools and materials, follow the next steps to begin laying your breeze blocks for your structure:

1. Plan your Wall

Determine where you want to place your wall.

Then, consider the height, length, and thickness for the desired layout.

2. Lay the Foundation

Use a shovel to dig up a trench for the foundation of your breeze block wall. This should be around twice the thickness of your blocks.

Then, lay the gravel into the hole and mix and pour your concrete into the hole until it reaches the lip of the trench. Use a hand tamper to compact the gravel and a bull float to smoothen and level the concrete.

3. Prepare the Mortar

Gather your mortar mix or create your own using sand, water, and cement by mixing them in your mixing tub or wheelbarrow.

Use 1 part cement, 4.5 parts sand, and 0.5 parts water for the perfect consistency.

4. Lay the First row of Breeze Blocks

Apply a layer of mortar onto the foundation of your trench. Use a trowel to smoothen the mortar for a level surface.

Place the first breeze block firmly into the mortar, starting at the corner for a straight wall. Check the block is straight by using a spirit level. Then, continue to add each block, laying them next to each other and applying mortar to the side of the blocks for a secure fit.

Maintain around a 10mm gap between each block for the mortar joint.

5. Add the Additional Rows

Once the first row is complete and the cement has dried, add the next row of breeze blocks on top.

Start the second row with a half block so that the joints are staggered. This is designed to add additional strength and sturdiness to the structure. Regularly check each block is straight with the spirit level and string line.

6. Complete the Wall

Once you have achieved the desired height of your wall, use a trowel or sponge to scrape off any excess mortar.

Allow the wall to cure according to the manufacturer's guidelines.

Choose Beesley and Fildes for your Breeze Blocks

At Beesley and Fildes, we sell a wide range of durable breeze blocks for various wall applications.

These are cost-effective, making them ideal for larger projects, and their sleek appearance creates an appealing structure. Better yet, our breeze blocks have great insulation properties for an energy-efficient building.

Browse our cellular dense blocks, celon standard blocks, and solid insulite blocks today for a successful installation.