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What Masonry does
Brick and stone builds.
Full guide: masonry.
Masonry skill
Masonry is a crafting skill in Project Zomboid, new in Build 42. Brick and stone builds. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
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How to level it
Stone and brick builds, pickaxe ground cover.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP for this level | 75 | 150 | 300 | 750 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 4,500 | 6,000 | 7,500 | 9,000 |
The table shows the XP each level costs for a normal skill. See skills for multipliers.
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Skill books
| Volume | Levels | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vol 1 | 1 to 2 | A Bricklayer's Life |
| Vol 2 | 3 to 4 | Flooring: Do It Yourself |
| Vol 3 | 5 to 6 | Dibnah's Guide to Bricks |
| Vol 4 | 7 to 8 | Secrets of a Professional Mason |
| Vol 5 | 9 to 10 | Statistical Analysis of Historic Masonry Constructions |
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Traits and occupations that start with it
| Occupation | Starting level |
|---|---|
| Construction Worker | +2 |
| Carpenter | +1 |
| DIY Expert | +1 |
| Engineer | +1 |
| Trait | Change |
|---|---|
| Mason | +2 |
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Recipes that need it
21 crafting recipes need a level in Masonry. The ten that ask for the most:
All of them: recipe database.
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Quick answers
What does Masonry do in Project Zomboid?
Brick and stone builds.
How do you level Masonry fast?
Stone and brick builds, pickaxe ground cover.
Are there skill books for Masonry?
Yes, five volumes. Volume 1 is "A Bricklayer's Life".
How many recipes need Masonry?
21 crafting recipes need a level in it.
Figures come from our own skills table, which lists its sources. Your game is the final word: if it disagrees with us, tell us and we will fix the page.