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APPLICATION
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Applications are now open for Super Trowel 2025.

August 13th & 14th at Stoneleigh Park (Conventry)

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Super Trowel Masters 2025 Terms and Conditions for Applicants

 

 Eligibility Criteria
   - Applicants must be qualified bricklayers with a minimum Level 3 qualification in brickwork.
   - Applicants must have completed at least five years of experience as a bricklayer in a construction setting post-training.
   - All applicants must submit evidence of their qualifications and work history at the time of application.

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Application Process
   - The application process consists of three stages: Stage 1 (Eligibility and Exam), Stage 2 (Design Submission), and Stage 3 (Final Competition).
   
   Stage 1 - Eligibility and Brickwork Exam
   - Applicants will be required to complete a brickwork exam after eligibility is confirmed.
   - The exam will be conducted online and will consist of 26 questions, with a total of 40 points available.
   - Applicants must score at least 36 points (90%) to progress to Stage 2.
   - The exam must be completed in a single sitting within 45 minutes.
   - Each applicant is allowed only one attempt at the exam.
   - Super Trowel will appoint independent judges to assess eligibility and completed exam papers.

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Stage 2 - Design Submission
   - Successful applicants from Stage 1 will be required to submit a brickwork design.
   - The design must incorporate between 500 and 750 bricks and include specified details and finishes (outlined below).
   - The design must be capable of being built within 10 hours, over two consecutive days.
   - The working area for the design and construction process cannot exceed 3 meters by 3 meters.
   
   Design Criteria
   - The design must include at least two different types of bonds, chosen from the provided list.
   - The design must include at least two distinct joint finishes, chosen from the provided list.
   - The design must feature one decorative panel.
   - The design must incorporate an axed segmental or semi-circular arch with a span not exceeding 685 millimetres.
   - Bricks must be laid both horizontally and vertically.
   - The design must include one projected and one recessed element.
   - The design must have at least one change of direction and a curved feature, either in plan or elevation.
   - An element of tumbling in or battered brickwork must be included.
   - Any temporary formwork must be removable before judging.

   

Bonds
   - A minimum of two bonds from the following list must be included in the design:
     - Flemish bond
     - English bond
     - Stack bond
     - Header bond
     - Monk bond

   

Joint Finishes
   - A minimum of two joint finishes from the following list must be included in the design:
     - Recessed
     - Weather struck
     - Weather struck and cut
     - Birdsmouth or V

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   Judging Criteria for Stage 2
   - Independent judges will assess submitted designs based on compliance with the design criteria, creativity, aesthetic value, and conformity to the build process.
   - The top 4 designs will advance to Stage 3, the Super Trowel final in 2025.

 

General Terms
 

 Independent Judges: Super Trowel reserves the right to appoint independent judges for all stages of the competition. All decisions made by the judges are final.


Disqualification: Any applicant found to have falsified information or breached the competition guidelines may be disqualified at the discretion of the Super Trowel management team.
  Intellectual Property: By entering the competition, applicants agree that all submitted designs may be used for promotional or educational purposes by Super Trowel.


Privacy and Data Protection: Personal data collected during the application process will be used solely for competition-related purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws.


Health and Safety: All applicants must adhere to relevant health and safety guidelines during all stages of the competition.

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Changes to Terms: Super Trowel reserves the right to modify or update these terms and conditions at any time. Applicants will be notified of any changes in a timely manner.

By submitting an application for the Super Trowel Masters 2025, applicants agree to comply with these terms and conditions.

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