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

[@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.

[@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😂

[@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. :)

[@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.

[@mr.rosales1758]

Hi, what did you use as a base for the second tier counter (bar top). Was it supported by some type of bracket?

[@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.

[@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.

[@thomassligar812]

This video says part 6, but I can't find 1 - 5 and I was also wondering about how you supported the bartop. Thanks!

[@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.

[@hsifnfixiwndjc8wmenfickanxicje]

i too love being recorded all day every day at every moment ever possible all the time always

[@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.

[@michaelhasson6580]

April, how did you pour the over hang on the bar? Are there supports? Did you install those after the concrete dried?

[@699hazard]

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

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes! Thank you for your kind words. :)

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@rondandrea4091]

Thanks!

[@mr.robinson1982]

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

[@AprilWilkerson]

Please do! Smart Jars is a great solution!

[@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?

[@windygorge1]

I wished you would show the bar and overhang. How it’s supported

[@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.

[@pteddie6965]

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

[@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?

[@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!

[@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. :)

[@tmackie1694]

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

[@pedrobisono747]

wish you would have filmed the island bar top

[@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.

[@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! 😊

[@DarylGibsonNJ]

Great job as always! What did you do to support the overhang on the side opposite the sink? I don't think we say any video of that pour. I saw some temporary supports on your instagram, but not sure how that big slab is secured with just that 2x6 wall. Asking becaus I want to do the same thing.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@HARMARSCH2]

April, The Cement Countertops look great.

[@billyshumate853]

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

[@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 💯%... 👍 🇬🇧.

[@stevenattaway]

Thanks for the video, these are great detailed instructions. I do have a question, How did you pour the bar top? Can you see the cement board under the bartop? How did you support it the weight of it? I have a ton of questions around this specially.

[@hiphophiphopanonymos9000]

@aprilwilkerson I was wondering the same thing, I can't seem to find any videos discussing this

[@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.

[@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.

[@TheSageDad]

Did you wet-sand the tops, and/or add any sealer to them?

[@bryanscott293]

You’re awesome. I’m a little confused about the forms against the walls and posts. How is the top thickness not exposed?

[@davidcotney7585]

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

[@jonkirkwood469]

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

[@_Merica_USA]

Best channel on KZbin! Nice work Ms April

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@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.

[@brianschneider5292]

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

[@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.

[@gunningopher]

That sawzall tip is gold.

[@marigoldtransportationgrou8016]

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

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks for watching!

[@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

[@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.

[@carmelocrisafulli1493]

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

[@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.

[@ChrisHiggins-g4j]

Amazing job. I am looking to do a similar 2 height bar area. I was wondering if you had any videos on the bar height section? I was wondering if you needed any supports for the overhang? Did the bottom of the form stay in place? Any help would be appreciated.

[@stowaway475]

Yup I used them 6 years ago they make the best products I'm gonna use them again in the future hopefully I can get them to let me do a trial

[@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!

[@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.

[@PonyBoyRanch]

the sawzall was a great idea for vibrating out the bubbles

[@georgeeads8689]

Very very nice April. Great video.

[@carlosandrade7439]

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

[@docghines]

That reciprocating saw trick is clever.

[@T_157-40]

Your biggest challenge: Improving on Perfection! Great work!

[@luns486]

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

[@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.

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

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

[@AprilWilkerson]

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

[@SFRIEDMAN67]

great work , how high is the concrete you made for the work surface . thanks in advence for the answer

[@davidkenworthy2403]

Gr8 tip on using the Sawzall as a vibrator!

[@kallenyc]

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

[@lacreatiaezell7087]

I must say this was a phenomenal job from start to finish. Very detailed but did u happen to do a video on the columns. I missed that. From if and how u framed the posts to the stone work n I did saw sum of the pour fr those countertops. Thx u

[@AprilWilkerson]

On my Channel, go to Playlist and you will find the entire series of the Outdoor Kitchen Build. Thanks for watching.

[@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.

[@wollinger]

watch out for how long you vibrate a concrete mix or you will separate the mix and water getting uneven quality.

[@patrickoneill6297]

Very curious how you did the taller bar top slab with the overhang.

[@TheBoss_4151]

Excellent! Great video. Wish I had room for an epic shop like that!

[@TheStabbedGaiusJuliusCaesar]

I wonder (as someone who has never done any concrete), if air bubbles could be completely eliminated with a vacuum champer before it's poured into the molds. But that might be too much work, to fill a bucket at a time, vacuum it and pour. Idk.

[@kylekyle8471]

You did leave the cement board on the sink counter top. Did you wet the cement board?

[@johnanderson8096]

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

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes indeed!

[@mikeparker3865]

Looks great April. I'm coming to your house for vacation!

[@daniellevos5743]

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

[@scottloutner5253]

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

[@coltonkruse2313]

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

[@queenvsev4800]

Wow looks great! I do wonder if you ever need to replace the sink would you have to pry it out?

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes, but I can't imagine having to replace the sink. Thanks for watching.

[@benh554]

so the sink isn't removeable after the pour? It doesn't sit down through the concrete like a traditional drop in sink?

[@craigandresen2456]

I’ve been researching this project for a while. Most folks simply build forms from melamine which was not mentioned here. Far easier. Only advantage to the method shown here is to get a thicker lip that makes the whole top look thicker, but the trouble with pour in place (look at how many people it took, how much mess in the final location, and the effort to prep) makes this method too much for my future outdoor countertops.

[@112wade]

Another great video April, looking forward to the next one.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much!

[@donnygrahambuilds]

Project turned out stellar! The thumbnail shows the overhang bar top out of concrete as well, I didn't see that in the video. Mind sharing the best method you found to do that successfully? Facing a similar issue in my kitchen haha

[@profcah]

Great job and description April. Fantastic

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much!

[@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!

[@thesplinteredfinger]

I’ll definitely reference this video if and when I do concrete countertops. It looks awesome April!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the Video.

[@wayneschultz6355]

Nice job you did but what if you have to replace the sink? With the cement poured right on top of the sink.

[@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!

[@ramiromedina3022]

Awesome video, thank you for sharing! Did you have to sand the top of the countertops?

[@seanzievlogs7126]

How did you pour the bar top/overhang? What is stopping it from falling off?

[@aaronfurman7439]

Thanks for the video, I have a question, could you use the concrete board cutout to hold back the sink form more rigidly? It seems as if it would have maybe had to sanded down by a few mm, but it seems like it would have been a better fit than that scrap wood.

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work April, the counter tops look phenomenal! 😍👍🏻👊🏻 ..... Dust blower, genius!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jenniferbecnel439]

Your countertops turned out great!

[@AprilWilkerson]

I think so too! Thanks

[@PartTimeMakers]

Can you place a hot pot or pan on the counter with the sealant on there?

[@tomtruesdale6901]

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