Michael's Panel

This decorative bond is called Diagonal Herring-Bone
First the pillars were built up - to gauge, level and plumb

Photo taken 10th June '10

Then, the first few courses were laid. Notice the use of more than one line

Photo taken 10th June '10

Although the pillars should have been built-up to their full height,
it was nice to see what this decorative bond looked like

Photo taken 10th June '10

The following week, the rest of the supporting pillars were built

Photo taken 17th June '10

During the construction, we realised the importance of the blockwork at the back

Photo taken 17th June '10

Michael was joined by his mate, Jason and this task was completed on the second day

Photo taken 17th June '10

These Level 1 students only started college last year

Photo taken 17th June '10

The finished panel, being pointed. Well done, lads!

Image drawn by Anne

Elevation of Diagonal Herring-Bone, showing bonding of all bricks