Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 28 Section 2 Introduction to Masonry 3.1.4 Brick Hammers A brick hammer is a hammer designed to both drive nails and break or chip stone or masonry units. See Figure 3‑7. The head is flat on one side so it may be used as a conventional hammer. The other side is drawn out to form a chisel for dressing up cuts. Most brick hammers weigh from 12 ounces to 24 ounces. 3.1.5 Mortar Tools Masons, apprentices, and laborers use mortar tools as part of daily masonry activities. The larger tools such as mortar boxes are supplied by the contractor. Smaller tools, such as a mortar board, may be owned by an employee because they may have a preference when using specific tools. Mortar Box Masons use a mortar box to mix mortar or to hold it after it has been mixed. There are different types of mortar boxes. Some are made of metal, and others are constructed of metal and wood. Newer mortar boxes Safety Note Brick hammers are not intended for striking hardened steel, such as chisels or steel stakes. Use an appropriate hammer intended for striking hardened metal. Always wear safety glasses when using hammers! A B C D E Marshalltown Company Figure 3‑5. Examples of jointers used by masons to finish mortar joints. A—Brick jointer 1/2″ × 5/8″. B—Slicker standard 1/2″ × 5/8″ solid. C—Sled runner half round 1/2″ × 15″ with a “half round” shape into the joint. D—Sled runner V groove 3/4″ × 15″ with a “V” shape into the joint. E—Acrylic 1/2″ jointer used for white mortar or glass block. A Marshalltown Company Figure 3‑6. Joint rakers produce a rake joint. A—This hand joint rake makes a 5/16″ deep cut. B—This joint raker skate wheel can be adjusted to cut different joint depths. B