
Concrete Countertop Essentials Workshop introduces participants to the creative potential of concrete as well as tools and techniques for building a concrete countertop through a complete hands-on training session.
Our resident Cheng-trained instructor shares many of Fu-Tung's insights and ideas culled from nearly 20 years of experience in the field.
- What You'll Learn
Participants will gain the ability to build forms, create mixes, and pour, cure, and finish a professional-grade concrete countertop.
- Session Time and Capacity
- 1 day session, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- 15 participants maximum
- Continental breakfast and catered lunch is provided.
- Recommended Participants
Concrete Countertop Essentials is recommended for aspiring professionals and for do-it-yourselfers who want a complete hands-on learning experience on how to make a concrete kitchen or bathroom countertop.
8:00 am
Continental Breakfast / Course Overview
- Planning
- Project scope
- Design considerations
9:00 am
Making the Countertop Mold
- Materials
- Designing in high relief
- Basic countertop knockouts
- Caulking / edge detailing
10:30 am
Countertop Reinforcement
11:00 am
Countertop Inlays & Artwork
12:00 noon
Lunch
- Design ideas discussion / presentation
1:00 pm
Mixing & Pouring the Countertop
- Mix consistency
- Working time
- Vibrating
- Curing
2:30 pm
Releasing the Countertop from the Mold
- Flaw discussion / troubleshooting
3:00 pm
Grinding / Slurry Coating / Polishing the Countertop
3:30 pm
Countertop Installation
- Handling
- Cabinet considerations
- Installation of sinks and accessories
4:30 pm
Countertop Maintenance & Repair
5:00 pm
Adjourn