Title: Spread mortar.
Course: Masonry I (17008-I) > Section: Performing Entry-level Brick Masonry

Spreading includes

- cutting mortar from board
- loading the trowel
- spreading and furrowing mortar on the wall with uniform thickness and full coverage.

Result should support brick in 3/8- inch bed joint.

Teacher Resource: Requirements for masonry construction, OSHA

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why should one furrow the mortar?
- Why is efficient spreading important to good mortar work?
- Why is it important to spread the mortar?