How Do I Build a Block Wall?

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Skip the mortar joints entirely with a dry-stack method, or go traditional. This stack covers the QUIKWALL surface-bonding approach, faster and more forgiving for a first-time builder.
Building a Dry Stack Block Wall with QUIKWALL
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Building a Dry Stack Block Wall with QUIKWALL

Stack the blocks dry, without mortar, then coat both sides with QUIKWALL Surface Bonding Cement for added strength. This guide covers footing requirements and coating technique from start to finish.

How to Build a Block Wall Without Mortar (YouTube)
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How to Build a Block Wall Without Mortar (YouTube)

Official video showing the full dry-stack, no-mortar block wall build using QUIKWALL Surface Bonding Cement.

QUIKWALL Surface Bonding Cement Data Sheet
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QUIKWALL Surface Bonding Cement Data Sheet

Technical specs for QUIKWALL, coverage per bag, mixing ratio, and cure time.

Mixing Mortar
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Mixing Mortar

For a traditional mortared-joint wall instead of dry-stack, this covers proper mortar consistency and mixing technique.