Concrete Countertops! How to Pour In Place | Outdoor Kitchen Part 6

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In this video I'm showing you how to easily pour-in-place gorgeous concrete countertops, as well as how to install outdoor cabinets for my Outdoor Kitchen build. Stay tuned as next week I'll show you how to install rain water collection!
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[@AprilWilkerson]

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[@stuartmorris4932]

April you should lite sand the top edge of the concrete so it's not crisp edge make it a rounded edge but looks fantastic and you are the best I love watching your videos.

[@mr.robinson1982]

Your spice rack is absolutely brilliant. I am so going to use it.

[@abm2617]

NICE WORK!! Thanks for sharing.

[@gtk5341]

Nice, i am a retired architect. I liked your reasoning and explaining of why and how.

[@bertoche]

I really like that she always shows the final results in the beginning of the video

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! I like giving the end visual as inspiration. :)

[@tonythomas951]

That sawzall vibrator idea is just fantastic. Thats one of the best hacks Ive seen

[@mattwhitmire9936]

I waited for the whole video to see it😂

[@jimserhant7741]

That looks AMAZING!!!! I cannot tell you how much I appreciate you and your team taking the time to share the journey with us. I just have one note I would’ve done different on the concrete counters. IF you ever need to replace the sink, it won’t be fun. You used a drop in sink, but it looks like you poured the concrete over the entire lip sandwiching the sink between the concrete counters and the concrete underlayment, basically making it appear as if it is an under mount sink. I would’ve poured the counters first, then dropped in the sink.

[@davidgabrielsen2139]

Great video! I'm glad I did granite. I started my outdoor kitchen in October of 2022 and finished in June of 2023. Had to work around winter here in Ohio. Such a wonderful challenge and such a rewarding result. Stainless drawers, granite tops and cultured stone infields. I basically started it to give my Big Green Egg , wood and charcoal and BGE accessories a home I cannot overstate how much storage you need for all that stuff and how much planning that takes. One 12' unit for storage, a 6' unit for the BGE and beer refrigerator and pop and a 5 for unit for a wine refrigerator. In the end, my planning tool was what do you need out there so that you don't have to repeatedly go in the house. A rack for utensils, sink (water), dish soap, garbage bin, a bing for fire starter cubes, a long lighter and a hair dryer to fan the fire in the beginning, a rack for wine glasses, in drawer paper towels, pam. Don't forget the music and speakers. Downlights, electrical outlets? Switches to turn the refrigerators off in the winter? The most challenging, but one of the most rewarding projects I have ever done. I think including the granite, the stainless uinits and the refrigerators included I did it all for under $19,000.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Sounds amazing! Thank you for Sharing and for watching.

[@MrKevins39]

On June 16th I'll be working with concrete for 22 years. You all did a great job 👏 👍

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the Video.

[@bradymcphail9690]

This video was such a God send to me. I’m a subscriber but I’ve not watched this series. The series will be a huge education. My wife and I just retired and are planning a move to our forever dream home. After a 45 year career in welding fabrication, heavy equipment operating & repair and building construction, my outdoor kitchen & living space as well as huge multi-craft/trade shop are ultra important to me. The inside of the whole house is my wifey’s domain. Your channel is a huge help for me. Thank you April!

[@hgsmasterclass3452]

The reinforcement bit in this video is completely wrong.

[@daviddavis703]

Gooood afternoon from central Florida! Hope everyone has a great day!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! Good afternoon from Central Texas!

[@unclejack123]

@@AprilWilkerson Howdy from the San Francisco Bay area .... been watching you from the start ... you've come a far piece young Lady ..... just sayin' ...... ;-p

[@pteddie6965]

This is going to be one outrageous outdoor kitchen. It is truly "Texas Sized", and I love it.

[@kevinhale4921]

As a safety instructor for a large mining company, it is refreshing to see a skilled craftsman using proper PPE. Including the respirator. Thank you, for being a great example.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@santaclaus1448]

I can't thank you enough for how informative you make your video's I've been searching forever on this subject for an outdoor seating area around our fire pit, and happened to come across your video. Never have I ever seen such attention to detail. you answered all my questions and even showed the names of the products you used. Keep doing what you do, you help guys like me look better when we do work around the house. And yes my name is really Santa Claus

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome, thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@kevindoyle4521]

You are a brave girl. One piece concrete counters before cabinets, that is courage. So glad it worked just as you planned it. Awesome 👏

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@cromba1]

Great job April. I’m friends with your mom. She is so very proud of you! And with good reason. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your projects!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!! Yes, she certainly is! I'm glad you are enjoying my Channel. :)

[@envylures5770]

Hands down the best video Iv found on how to DIY concrete countertops. Just want to say thank you 🙏 for all the hard work and effort into make this video for us all to learn from. Outstanding work and finish on everything and the end product speaks for itself. Bravo 🙌

[@AprilWilkerson]

You're very welcome! I'm glad you enjoy my Channel and find it useful. Thanks for watching.

[@HARMARSCH2]

April, The Cement Countertops look great.

[@vegasmainiac7745]

I seriously thought I was the craziest female diyer ever until I saw your videos. Ive been wanting to do a concrete countertop for years but keep reminding myself how much work it would be without help and that Im not as young quick and agile as I once was. Kudos to you on every level! It helps to be a little bit nuts doesnt it

[@williamsfamilycrafts5227]

You took a lot of fear out for me. I have been hesitating... But I feel like this is something I can take on now. Thank you for such a great demonstration!

[@AprilWilkerson]

You are so welcome. It was a lot of hard work but so rewarding at the end.

[@simonr6793]

I must admit it's looking pretty great this outdoor kitchen area is larger than the footprint of my home 🏡. I also find myself listening to make sure that you pronounce the word "HEARTH" Correctly each time you say it , your first video on the outdoor kitchen made me chuckle so much and only because of how you thought the word "HEARTH" Was spoken until your friend Correctly told you!!! As always April 💯%... 👍 🇬🇧.

[@699hazard]

They look amazing! You outdoor party area is coming along nicely!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes! Thank you for your kind words. :)

[@stowaway475]

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[@MagicGiblet]

Mostly a lurker on youtube, but I must say, I continue to be amazed with your (and this channel's) journey. Each video and project just gets better and better as I watch from year to year.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you're enjoying my Channel.

[@johnanderson8096]

Excellent idea with The Blower... All dust away from any respirator is well worth!!! easier to see your line too....

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes indeed!

[@mr.robinson1982]

Your spice rack is absolutely brilliant, I am so going to steal it....

[@AprilWilkerson]

Please do! Smart Jars is a great solution!

[@billyshumate853]

April everything looks great. Take care and have a blessed week and see you on your next video.

[@jeremiahmac2009]

You had the best install that I have found on KZbin. I will be copying what you did. Great Job and Thank You!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.

[@jacobmustain1181]

the sawzall was a great idea for vibrating out the bubbles

[@TheDWZemke]

Nice video. I use a two wheel dolly to move material. As a young man 6' 4" (many years ago) and over an eighth of a ton (250 lbs +) I did not use a dolly just two buckets one in each hand. Keep up the great work.

[@Alphasig336]

Dull smooth oscillating tool blades cut dura rock like butter with nearly no dust. It’s crazy awesome and I use my old blades.

[@Mrbooboo1972]

Awesome video April and Congratulations on Your beautiful new countertops and cabinets and everything. You always do Spot on Work. Absolutely Beautiful stuff. My Uncle was a Finished Carpenter and he did Beautiful work as Well, R.I.P. Uncle Ronnie. He would of loved watching your Videos. From This Old House to April Wilkerson . ;) Take Care. ❤

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying my Channel and this Series. RIP Uncle Ronnie. :)

[@Mrbooboo1972]

@@AprilWilkerson Thank You So Much for a Wonderful Response. Tale Care and Thank You Again. 😘

[@dwaynevarnell9157]

I love the outdoor living area.. This is my goal at our recreation property in the mountains of Utah.

[@chipgoostree2959]

April, this is the best, most informative video I have ever seen for concrete counters tops I have seen. Great system! Great job!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

Wow! What a project those countertops were, in and of themselves!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes, it was quite the job but so rewarding afterwards!

[@gregorythomas333]

The sawzall concrete vibrator trick was awesome!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes, it really is! Glad you enjoyed the Build.

[@kusterflattail]

Attaching it to your screen board would also make for doing same thing and giving a smoother surface.

[@markg7963]

A strong woman that is feminine, smart, happy, knows how to do things, can organize people and projects, and has vision/leadership skills. Nicely done and explained! You are an impressive person!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching.

[@markg7963]

@@longfade if that comment was directed at me, I watched the video, and I meant what I said, and I did not do ant of the work in the video. As for work? Ya, I work a ton. Professional guy, do all my own home maintenance, car maintenance, etc. why are you asking?

[@honestcomments6060]

You are insane (said with the utmost respect). The quality work and attention to detail are amazing. IGTV should watch your videos to learn what it means good product.

[@IGoProEVERYTHING]

The first concrete countertops were made upside down so the aggregate would be seen when flipped over. Now no one wants to see the aggregate. I just replaced my basement floor from 1890's. The concrete truck broke down in the driveway and could not move but could pour concrete. The floor did not come out good due to the truck breaking. I ended up grinding the entire floor and it looks awesome with the aggregate showing.

[@davidcotney7585]

I love the tip for using the sawzall for vibrating. Great video. Thanks

[@scottloutner5253]

Support the cut ends of anything. That keep that last inch from breaking out the finished edge.

[@KCLewis1956]

Inspiring! This beats the heck out of building slabs in the garage and carrying them out to the jobsite! By the way! I want your backyard! Thank you for this video.

[@NanaStillLearning]

Beautiful outdoor space. I just finished a concrete bathroom countertop. I used the Concrete Countertop Solutions products as well. Unfortunately the surface is more rustic (showing aggregate) than I had hoped for. I have been told that my timing on using the steel trowel was the reason. Now that the tile backsplash is finished I am learning to like the look. I may make a coffee tabletop with leftover product to see if I can improve my technique….I want to learn from my mistakes.

[@frogger2513]

One of the absolute best tutorials on KZbin. Thank you!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you think so!

[@marigoldtransportationgrou8016]

Finally! 😂 been waiting on this like my favorite TV show. 🤣

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks for watching!

[@joedasilva38]

This looks great, though I’m looking forward to the end of these big projects and back into the smaller things most of us fans can dyi on the weekend with normal, readily available tools most people already own.

[@AprilWilkerson]

I don't plan my projects according to skill level of my Viewers. It's too widely varied and I can't please everyone. I've always just always just built what I need and want, bringing a camera along to show the process. I have been wanting an Outdoor Kitchen for awhile and it just isn't a weekend build. Some Viewers, when doing a small, simpler build, complain that I can do better, etc. You can't please everyone.

[@joedasilva38]

@@AprilWilkerson Thanks for your reply. I’ve just always saw you as a person who was learning as you went along; All the while, teaching us how to do it and what you’ve learned (do’s and don’t).

[@ernestgalvan9037]

@@AprilWilkerson …do not change your style… do projects that YOU need or want…. Please, don’t ‘cater’ to viewers. For example, this outdoor kitchen project can be broken down into many sub-projects… Deck, roof, lighting, cabinets, countertops, etc. Many thanks from a (very) longtime viewer.

[@SussyBacca]

Wow this is the best concrete countertop video I've seen, with so many great tips and even related finds like smartjars 😀 Thank you so much!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you enjoyed it and found it useful! Thanks for watching.

[@keithwukmir4452]

Love a raised bullnose on formica tops. No one has done this since granite trend began. Light grey color goes well w everything.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! I'm glad you are enjoying it.

[@coltonkruse2313]

Doing these exact same ones in my kitchen. Sticking with the white. Thanks for the video.

[@brianschneider5292]

This video is pretty darn cool. You made it look easy due to your preparation work.

[@henrysboy2]

Really outdoing yourself with this project. The countertops are amazing.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you're enjoying the Series.

[@mortshare7037]

Nice cabinets under the concrete countertops. We are building out-of-pocket and are using tool cabinets for most of our base cabinets as we find it’s much denser storage and deep drawers beat swing-open under cabinet storage for us.

[@georgeeads8689]

Very very nice April. Great video.

[@JoseMora-mn2kz]

I cannot get enough of this video, you did an excellent job, thanks for sharing! Greetings from mexico. Keep up the great work.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching. Greetings from Texas!

[@davidkenworthy2403]

Gr8 tip on using the Sawzall as a vibrator!

[@carlosandrade7439]

I love those Crescent scissors so much that I have a pair in the kitchen!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Beautiful job turned out very nice. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work April. Can't wait to see ur next videos. Keep Making. God Bless.

[@kallenyc]

Omg. If you have kids, they're going to have the life!!! I can't wait to see what you do next!

[@MoondyneJoe]

April, those cabinets and your counter tops especially look fantastic a huge well done, being a long time subscriber watching for many years, this outdoor kitchen surpasses anything else you have built to date, The Evolution of April is coming along very nicely! Tony from Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@MichaelCoolidge]

Once again, you knocked it out of the park. Well done. It is refreshing to see someone willing to tackle ALL aspects of a build. Although you may not have much experience at that part, you and your team are doing fantastic work. Keep it up.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrLazcos]

thank you for share your work for us you are amazing

[@CJBouhlal]

April, the Concrete Warrior !!!

[@26sniff]

Helped a neighbor do this with the help of this video. I was the screed man. Screed on the lower counter behind the bar was a challenge to screed. We ended up using the reciprocating saw against the end of the screed. I suppose we could have fabricated a longer screed

[@Crazy88boss1]

You need a mixer!lol that’s a ton of work, looks great though!

[@borisvileta1767]

Perfect, thorough and you are beautiful too. Greetings from Croatia 🇭🇷😉

[@tennille143]

this was one of the coolest videos I've seen. I'm doing a far less elaborate pour for my concrete but WOW - this helps a ton. Thank you! You've earned the subscribe.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad it was helpful!

[@daniellevos5743]

Such fun to look at your videos, you are an inspiration to me. Thanks

[@briantrenchard8700]

Top notch video ! Great work getting the details of the steps in a user friendly delivery. Big fan !!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@tmackie1694]

A new Wilkerdo video and my coffee … my perfect Sunday :)

[@ron827]

Love your concrete vibrator idea.

[@haroldpaul977]

You look good doing it!!

[@lynjermey6423]

It's just all looking so beautiful.

[@hellagood30]

Wow, so cool. My fave is that logo. Luv is best 💟

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you! Yes, I thought my logo would be a nice touch. Thanks for watching.

[@joexg50]

Great work by A GREAT LADY !!!

[@gunningopher]

That sawzall tip is gold.

[@luns486]

It's looking incredible. You're a rock star.

[@dusbus2384]

you can run a bead of silicone on the corners of the form to make a round over on the bottom/corners of the concrete. this is good if you have kids or just want to cut some of the sharp edges.

[@jonkirkwood469]

So many great ideas; you're costing me a fortune. Ordering the SmartJars tomorrow.

[@riasaid5367]

Great job and very smart. I like this a lot. From over the pond England

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you very much!

[@fshalor738]

I've only done one concrete countertop for an inside space using the melanine frame, outdoor cure and then flip method, and it was .. like you said, a LOT of work, but in the end worth it. I'm currently debating between doing a plywood + hardiboard + tile and seal method for a surface which will see some rain. I feel like doing a full concrete counter experience is really depending on the capabilities of the forms, and those plastic bits you showed seemed to work better than I had expected. We also ran our reicpricoating saw with no blade on the edges while facing to good impact. This build of yours needs some "Reacts" videos from contractors.. I'd imaging this was a $120k build. in most environments.

[@docghines]

That reciprocating saw trick is clever.

[@sonialegault8673]

Wow you go girl. Looks fantastic 👏

[@atrapp27]

@13:45 wow! that's the most expensive screed I've ever seen!!!! LOL. That trick with doing the counter tops before the cabinets arrive is great.

[@fredericrike5974]

The sawzall/vibrator tip was mint! FR

[@AprilWilkerson]

Its a good one!

[@jasonparachnowitsch7190]

Great job. Looks amazing. Was hoping you would show how you did the bar top. Do you have a separate video on the top?

[@donniegaskill1836]

Simply awsome!!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you like it!

[@lanesteele240]

I cant help but to think you are a nascar driver as you tell the name brads that you are using. This video was a. Great help

[@AprilWilkerson]

I have always showed what I did, how I did and what I used. People don't realize I get so many emails or comments asking what's the name of blah blah I used, so name the things as I explain my process. Thanks for watching.

[@williammcgowan6687]

the out door kitchen looks amazing can,t to see the finish .

[@bill50013]

You are the true Wonder Woman!

[@T_157-40]

Your biggest challenge: Improving on Perfection! Great work!

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Counter tops turned out great. Good work from the whole crew

[@rollsroyce7325]

That's a huge and good Job April 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👌🏼👸❤

[@nicolasmahdavian1793]

Awesome work. Can't wait to see it finished

[@AprilWilkerson]

You and me both! Thanks :)

[@nathanielgabriel]

Well in our country, it is standard to use concrete in building counter tops. And I'm telling you that it isn't as wasteful and complicated such as this.

[@markg7963]

So your country is better at doing concrete countertops. Are they in charge of this process? Can you elaborate on how your country does it better?

[@robertjosephmurphyii4947]

So beautiful April.. I love your work and maybe one day when I'm in Texas I can check it out. Now we need April's BNB, so we can pay and stay the night. LOL Keep up the great work and can't wait to see what is next.

[@bradquinn2859]

Much better than John Malecki's pour.

[@carmelocrisafulli1493]

Non c'è che dire solo complimenti per l'ottimo lavoro svolto

[@nica.rivera]

Us girls, when we dont have the right tools, we find our way around.💪

[@donnybowser7979]

@@CheesedCheese valid

[@c2oddsends120]

Amazing work as always

[@cuddle_duckling510]

It sure is lookin good👍always excited to see what's next... whatever that might be 😅

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the journey. Thanks for being along for the ride. :)

[@SeanBlader]

I was cutting concrete pavers and I would set my leaf blower to blow the dust away from me if it wasn't windy enough already. Not only did it keep the dust going away from me, it also gave better visibility on what I was cutting.

[@AprilWilkerson]

It's a great idea!

[@sygad1]

When you put the form on the wrong way round, I had to laugh, glad to see i'm not the only one who gets things the wrong way round

[@heroknaderi]

I enjoyed the video. I’m building an outdoor kitchen too and doing concrete countertops too😁😁