CREATE CONCRETE PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE
Whether you’re experimenting with concrete for the first time, or have some experience and want to try something new, we have a variety of free step-by-step concrete how to guides. Learn how to polish and seal concrete or select an entire project, like how to make concrete countertops, furniture, planters and more.
CREATE CONCRETE PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE
Whether you’re experimenting with concrete for the first time, or have some experience and want to try something new, we have a variety of free step-by-step concrete how to guides. Learn how to polish and seal concrete or select an entire project, like how to make concrete countertops, furniture, planters and more.
HOW TO MAKE CONCRETE COUNTERTOPS
These free DIY concrete countertops instructions cover four different methods including, precast, GFRC, terrazzo, and more. Each concrete countertop design has its own set of material requirements and essential techniques.
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SEAL AND MAINTAIN CONCRETE PROJECTS LIKE A PRO
Keeping a concrete countertop looking good for years to come requires the concrete be sealed before use. Proper maintenance and occasional care are also important, so choosing a sealer that meets your expectations will insure satisfaction.
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CONCRETE FURNITURE
Learn how to make concrete furniture for interior or exterior settings with these step-by-step guides. Both fiber reinforced concrete and traditional concrete casting methods are explored in these thorough training guides about building concrete benches, tables, chairs, and fire tables.
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CONCRETE MIXES AND ADDITIVES
The chemistry of concrete is constantly evolving with new materials and methods debuting on, what seems like, daily regularity. In these trainings we’ll keep you up to date on the classic techniques for casting concrete along side discussions about the newest concrete methods and materials.
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COLOR, PIGMENT AND STAIN
Controlling the finished appearance of concrete requires the skillful management of many different variables. Every decision impacts the final appearance, from the selection of raw materials like cement and pigment down to the finishing methods used to polish, seal, and wax a concrete project.
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FORMS AND MOLDS FOR CONCRETE
The quality of each concrete casting is dependent upon the quality of its mold. Your portfolio of mold making skills should include wood forms, rubber molds, fiberglass, plaster, and even metal form construction. The how-to guides found in this section delve into many essential mold-making methods.
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POLISH AND GRIND CONCRETE
Polishing skills are critical to any project’s success. There are a range of finishes possible from a single piece of concrete. Deeply grinding the surface will expose the large aggregate in a mix, while a light polish with diamond polishing pads will yield a surface where only small sand particles are visible.
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SMALL CONCRETE PROJECTS
Great things come in small packages, right? These small project how-to guides are full of great projects that are ideal for the beginner, who has never worked with concrete, as well as the pro. The versatility of concrete makes it ideal for garden stepping stones, umbrella bases, planters, house numbers and more.
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