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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Bricklaying Tools

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Which bricklaying tools do professional bricklayers use?
Professional bricklayers use a bricklaying trowel, jointing iron, brick hammer, spirit level, tubs, joint roller, brush, carpenter’s pencil, chisel, brick line, and line blocks on a daily basis. With this basic set, you can carry out clean and efficient brickwork at a professional level.

 

What is the most important tool for bricklaying?
The trowel is the most important bricklaying tool. It is used to apply mortar, place bricks, and work accurately. Most bricklayers use a 180 mm trowel because it offers the best balance between control and speed.

 

How do you develop your own bricklaying tools?
Our bricklaying tools are developed based on years of hands-on experience on construction sites and in consultation with other professional bricklayers. By working in the trade every day, we know exactly where tools can be improved to be better, faster, and more efficient.

 

Are your tools tested on construction sites?
Yes, all our bricklaying tools are tested by professional bricklayers during real projects. Based on practical experience and feedback, we continuously improve our products.

 

What is the goal of your own bricklaying tools?
The goal of our tools is to help bricklayers work faster, more consistently, and with higher quality. By developing tools from real-world experience, we help professionals work more efficiently on site.

 

Which trowel size is best for bricklayers?
For standard brickwork, most bricklayers use a 180 mm trowel. For precision work, a smaller trowel may be suitable, but 180 mm is the most commonly used size in the Netherlands and Europe.

 

What tools do you need to start bricklaying?
Beginners need a trowel, jointing iron, and mortar tub to get started. With this basic set, you can build a wall and gain experience. Good tools result in cleaner work and fewer mistakes.

 

Which jointing iron size should I choose?
For brick walls, a jointing iron that is 10 mm wide is most commonly used, in various lengths. These are the most frequently used sizes by professional bricklayers.

 

Are your bricklaying tools suitable for professional use?
Yes, our bricklaying tools are designed for professional bricklayers. The tools are durable, strong, and tested on construction sites.

 

Where can I buy professional bricklaying tools in the Netherlands?
It is best to buy professional bricklaying tools from a specialized webshop for bricklayers. We supply tools for professionals in the Netherlands, Belgium, and the rest of the world.

 

Do you ship bricklaying tools within the Netherlands and to other countries?
Yes, we ship our products quickly to the Netherlands, Belgium, and other European countries, and we also ship worldwide. Orders are securely packaged and delivered promptly.

 

Why do bricklayers choose Dutchbricklayers?
Dutchbricklayers specializes in bricklaying tools for professionals. Our products are used by real tradespeople and are developed for daily use on construction sites.