DIY Concrete Table

[@pandapanda8354]

This vid had everything. IMO very entertaining, super funny content, truly could not believe the choices made in the whole process. Wax melts into a pourable liquid in a saucepan or crockpot. Melted wax can be mixed with turpentine to make an easy to apply, penetrating top coat. Pre-portioned baggies of admixtures are sold right next to the premixed concrete brands. The major brands each sell an admixture that increases slump (wetter, more flowable mix) without compromising strength. Mortar is a product like concrete but without the chunky rocks. It can be used to fill pinholes in concrete. Polyurea is a heat resistant, scratch proof, food safe, waterproof, penetrating, shiny sealer for concrete that is stronger and more sound than epoxy. Before use the concrete must be fully cured first (that’s about 30 days)

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you for the comment and input Panda🙂 I did try and make wax in a pan combined with linseed oil, for another project, it worked out great. I also used plasticizer on another project, it made a huge difference. Have a nice day :)

[@TrabajosL3on]

Saludos y bendiciones! ✌️👍🙏🙏🙏🔥🔥🔥

[@TheChromePoet]

@@DIYSupply Very informative. I will make a couple of test pieces for practice.

[@michaeladams2077]

thanks for potent info. looked up gallon of the POLYUREA and it goes for $250. a gallon holy smokes!! lol

[@andrewknox6401]

I enjoy vids like this because he didn’t just jump from one place to another. He highlighted everything

[@geminaritz]

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

[@daveyconcrete9801]

I commend this guy for sticking with the project and problem solving on his own. I am sure he learned a lot.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you Davey! You are right, we learn as we go :)

[@joshuablanchette2836]

Use flow control plasitcier next time. Turns your cement into pancake batter consistency without losing strength like you would by adding additional water. It will help a lot with bubbles.

[@loukhryst.7366]

Never Give Up, Never Give Up as the Late Jimmy quoted. Nice organic peace and the bubbles gives the table character.

[@sinamaier4368]

Beautiful! I really appreciate you documenting the trials, errors, and successes.

[@sancop]

I LOVE that you showed things that didn’t work so well!!! That’s TRUE DIY!!!!!!!!!!! We are DIY-ers and this is one of the most realistic how-to videos I’ve ever watched!! Thank you. I’m subscribing! Keep ‘em coming!!

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you Sandra! You are absolutely right - not all things go as planned😊 More videos to come of different projects!

[@designdoctor247]

@@DIYSupply thank u for being honest and sticking w it

[@constantinosbou]

Exactly what I was thinking! I want to make a top for my leaving room table, can you guys help me ? What type of cement I have to use? To I need to add sand on the mix? Thank you so much

[@cathypickren655]

Thx for including imperfect results at first. So often the weird shit that happens with a project is excluded. Beautiful result!

[@justindenlinger6304]

As someone who does this professionally, one of my first recommendations would be to a lot higher slump (wetter) of concrete/cement. That will help a lot with the bubbles.

[@jtkilroy]

I think a water reducing add mixture would have really helped a lot here.

[@ttiization]

As someone who does this professionally, you should know water excess will make the finak product of way lesser mechanical resistance

[@justindenlinger6304]

@@Robo.1776 You should really use GFRC tops like this anyway, with a good plasticizer. The mix you use for this kind of stuff is like a baking recipe.

[@jonlaughner9019]

Love the video, all of it, and the inspiration you instilled! Absolutely wonderful, thank you. And thank you to all the commenters who provided additional insights!

[@DIYSupply]

Thanks for the comment Jon, it means a lot. :)

[@lees5097]

This is the best looking concrete countertop out of all of them, thank you!

[@djClubMoney]

The finish ended up being one of my favourites that I’ve seen! So nice.

[@boomerzoomer5191]

Wow, I’m making one of these soon, you really lessened my anxiety about it. Also the commenters have so many good tips. Thank you all!

[@danielwhitaker5445]

IMO - the finish you ended up with is the epitome of what a "concrete" countertop finish should look like!! Appreciate you sharing what did and didn't work as well - Great job!

[@opticalfresh]

I enjoyed watching it. The table is so beautiful , the holes makes it unique.

[@Cake-Form]

Well done! You ended up with a beautiful surface that tells a story of every step in the process. One of a kind👏

[@danielenicola5555]

The result is astonishing, a lot of work but I guess it was worth it based on the result

[@justinkennedy2128]

Some painful moments to watch , but this how we learn thanks for the inspiration! End result is awesome 👏

[@michaeladams2077]

thanks for showing us the ins and outs and inbetween! came out awesome

[@DIYSupply]

@@michaeladams2077 I poured epoxy over it as a finish now - would have saved me a lot of time, if I did it in the first place :)

[@ManuelOrbeaOtaola]

Really nice job man!!! in my case, I really like the holes on it! It gives it kind of an organic / rustic look.

[@tonyrodriguez414]

wow never seen so much work for such a small table. that is perseverance!

[@joe1899]

thank you for showing us what works - and what doesn't

[@mymorristribe]

Looks great! I love the trial and error and your perseverance to get it looking nice.

[@stefantrautvetter875]

When you are using a levelling compound you will get a perfekt surface. I made countertops for my kitchen and it is just perfect. Cheap concrete is not good because you have a relatively dry material and when you add water you will get bubbles.

[@TrabajosL3on]

Saludos y bendiciones!! ✌️👍🙏🔥🔥

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

A perfect surface with no air bubbles is boring… what isn’t boring? Mixing epoxy with glow in the dark powder and colored powder so you have small spots all over the table that turn into stars in the night’s sky when the lights are off….

[@inbuenostv4461]

To get rid of the holes, you should try a reactive form release agent. The reaction forms a kind of soap that decreases the surface tension and allows even small bubbles to escape. You may also want to try a water reducer or superplasticiser to give it more fluidity and this also helps in eliminating bubbles and diminishing any potential shrinkage cracking. I have used Nox-Crete brand for several decades.

[@ramaSwamp]

WD40 works wonders

[@pi.actual]

The Napalm torch was a nice touch.

[@KellyMacBart1985]

You made my day. The blowtorch was just... Chef's kiss 😘

[@mxfern854]

I commend you on your perseverance. Just like life, nothing goes as planned. I have been there many times, finding solutions to new problems.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you - And you are right :) Just keep on going!

[@eduardobarajas2573]

What of waisted time this dumb ass should go back to you tube and watch more videos😂😂😂😂😂

[@organize1979]

Wow I love this table- looks like the surface of the moon. Nice job!

[@jhovanacampos4498]

It's amazing, the concrete its shining a lot!!! wow man

[@ahmadameri9852]

thanks for your honest video and sharing your valuable experience

[@jordanl5628]

For future reference to till the bubble holes you'll want to use a slurry mix using pure cement but make it pretty thin, like thinner than pancake mix and just rub it down on the table.

[@stevetaylor1904]

I can’t believe I’m commenting again and watching it for the third time. I just cast my concrete table top and thought I’d look at finishing options. Laughing and sniggering AGAIN. Great video mate. Nice job.

[@DIYSupply]

Thanks mate! But there are so many great options for finsishing it off, oils, epoxy and what not - they might be a lot easier than what I did here :)

[@glosterspread]

It’s great that you show your mistakes too. Because you got there in the end, and looked fun too. I think your table looks great 👍

[@Nick_LS]

Very detailed explanation. And i like it when you are experimenting new technique and medium on behalf of us. The charred wax for darker tone is an accidental good idea. Overall, very well done!

[@DIYSupply]

Hey Nick! Thank you for your comment. I hope you got some inspiration :)

[@wrxzboost]

i came here for the wax at the end...made this table awesome.

[@peady64]

Nice table. One suggestion though, use unsanded grout for filling air bubbles and gaps. Sometimes you need multiple passes, but it works like a charm and is easy to remove once set and cured.

[@Dendro2001]

Straight Portland cement works great to fill voids. But the trick is to mist the surface with water and rub the dry Portland into the pin holes and use your finger to work it in. Mist a little more water if needed...

[@living9377]

Good tip. Thanks!

[@Itdontmatter69]

I built my island top the exact same way. BUT, I filled the form very close to being full, i vibrated the heck out of it, then I placed the wire mesh in, then just top coated it to cover the wire. Adding the wire mesh while vibrating will only drop the mesh down to far that it will be exposed

[@kidphillyorg]

You used fire to solve your problem. That's an instant like from me! Good job!

[@DIYSupply]

Haha, thanks man!

[@calvinwong365]

I watch so much car paint correction videos. Never thought of using the same concept on concrete. So amazing and that Makita polisher is love!!

[@Petapan33]

I like the bubble holes, especially when they are filled with resin

[@manuellagotorrealba]

Amazing, looks like a picture of moon's surface

[@poritorico]

I think that has to be the beautiful and shiny concrete table of all KZbin, congratulation men!!!

[@tangerineskybarg]

I love the way it turned out. Nice job with the polishing. The surface pattern is really unique as well. Great job.

[@Jayonekonobi]

Nice job, get yourself a screed and a finishing trowel, will make it a lot easier and quicker for you, grout is the best way to fill air holes, much quicker . A grind stone is good for edges.

[@wwt17]

I like the way the concrete came out.

[@Daniel-qw9dm]

I appreciate the errors included helps me learn!

[@martina8489]

Hi! From Argentina! You are magnificent!! I love the table🥰

[@suetv7084]

"Sometimes you just gotta try something instead of watching all these KZbin videos" - So true, you got me here, you made some mistakes, but you did try...and I am just sitting here watching the video! LOL :)

[@DIYSupply]

Thanks for stopping by :)

[@anhay2082]

I watched more than 20 videos how to finish & polish the concrete surface haha

[@krisgi00710]

Madre mía... qué faenón... You toiled over this, but I love how it came out... This is artistry. Pure artistry... Thanks for the master class!!!

[@adm.sergei5341]

Was really fun. "How to spend a life to made good table, making all possible mistakes". But you did it, awesome result!)

[@reetunayan4840]

This actually came out very beautiful... Nice work👍

[@tangerineskybarg]

I really liked the way the colors turned out. It's way more interesting than one solid color. I am at the point on my tops where I need to start filling in the holes. Watching a lot videos to see what everyone else is doing. Thank you for your ideas and tips. Looks great!!!👍👍👍👍👍😊😊😊. Awesome job!!!

[@paulnovak833]

Super plasticizer is perfect for this application to make concrete flow better and reduce bubbles.

[@X3WorkshopDesigns]

Wow. I’m impressed at how shiny that surface looks like. Nice work.

[@letmefindout81]

Didn't read all comments so i don't know if anyone mentioned it, but On your next pour do it more wet, also once concrete start curing it's a race , the longer you wait to finish it/sand it the garder it is.

[@-everythingsRosie]

You’re hilarious! Thanks for showing all the little things that might not go according to plan… (totally on purpose I’m sure 😉) My husband said ‘see I can do that!’ I’m pretty sure he meant he wants to copy you exactly so he too can use the flame thrower/ grass burner! 😂

[@DIYSupply]

Haha, thanks for the comment. Actually I just poured some clear epoxy over it at this point, the wax didnt hold op for very long. Good luck with the project!

[@-everythingsRosie]

@@DIYSupply ooh epoxy… that’s a great idea! 💡 I think you did a great job - we had to pause the vid a few times until we stopped laughing. You have a great personality and we love that you included the mishaps! Thanks for response. Keep up the great work! Cheers 🍻

[@buenavida5407]

Sin duda un trabajo excelente, pero no estoy seguro de que lo pueda hacer yo mismo

[@richardrostin7373]

respect! thanks for all your effort, I know you have saved many man hours globally.

[@SAILFISHBRASIL]

Congratulations. Yoy did a very good job. I made some like this, but, the diference is that i used a glass to create the concrete surface and that came out finished and no needed to sand or pulished.

[@jaiderariza1292]

Thank you for showing the good and bad. It looks very very heavy, Ideal as countertop for an island but not for a dining table.

[@oscarmarfori613]

I use gypsum putty ready mix to fill up the holes much more manageable both application and sanding,

[@carlosgarro7474]

to me looks perfect great job

[@salvadorhidalgo6031]

Thanks for sharing your errors. This way we all learn.

[@syoungy763]

Nice video gave a idea 💡 pool table going screw fix

[@jhonvillalobos2051]

I work with concrete everyday. I strongly believe that you could eliminate those air bubbles if you add more water into the concrete when mixing, it gives you more workability with the paste + a better finish. You could also add some water proofing additive to make it even better. It looks nice, well done. Cheers!

[@DIYSupply]

Hey! Thank you for your input. My reason for not adding more water was that it would make the concrete weaker. I have used some plasticizer on other projects, it worked out a bit better with less bubbles but same amount of water. Cheers!

[@danielmv1721]

I have a quation. How he did the concrete? Its a ready mix or just cement and water? I didnt see the sand..

[@maconsdu4740]

hi from france ! im craftsman mason and profesionnal in decorative concrete u did really good job and ure comments are really a pleasure to read, u did mistakes and u say it, u tried , u dig in ure head to find tips and solutions thats pure make like i love to watch on yt what about ure wax , this table is supposed to be outdoor ? im not sure ure choice of rebbar is good the risk of rust is high and rebbar during vibrating concrete oftenly go down and risk to appear when unmolding i ll prefer to use inox , sure its more expensive but more sure in the time , in my opininion sorry for english mistakes i do my best ^^ keep like that bye^^ nicolas

[@DIYSupply]

Hello Nicolas! Thank you for your comment. The table is indoor at the moment - I never planned on putting it outdoors, though i think it would not be a problem. The rebar is galvanized, so i don't think it will be a problem. As for the vibrating - I put it about 1/3 from the top, when i made the table, so it shouldn't move down so much that it would become a problem - and it will give it better strength.

[@CalgaryMan2009]

Nice job in the end

[@chrisdone1388]

It looks great. well done imperfections are far better than beauty.

[@joaoguedes1242]

good morning I liked the video, I'm from Brazil, most of the video was correcting the problem of porosity of concrete, which would easily solve if you used a sheet of glass as a base or if you were coated with thin plastic on a wooden base before concreting, and for having a better base using cement cream initially and then putting the concrete right after would give a much better finish, and could create concrete matises using 2 or more types by varying the color

[@Cover1973]

Great Job and excellent video...the table is really wonderfull...

[@falconfree7757]

Looks great, Like the surface of the Moon!

[@DIYSupply]

Haha, thank you Falcon!

[@turn1210]

I actually like the 'crater' marks too.

[@RossCrain]

Love the surface. Looks like the moon.

[@samolubatuba]

You could start to polish concrete let's say after 8 hours of setting with metal spatula, but that's different approach when you are able work on the top of the table the whole time. Ive seen it on industrial scale they were polishing the floor with lawn like machines but with metal rotating wings. The result of it is mirror like surface. But to the point amazing vid you made u inspired me 👌

[@hohcomics]

I think if you tampered, float and troweled the concrete after screed you can avoid the air bubbles. It helps bring up the “cream” from the concrete also so maybe will help with less sanding.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you for the input! I may try that in another project!

[@GuanatOo]

por fin!! un video decente, thanks for existing.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you Luis!

[@timheasman2984]

Dude ! I was with you all the way ! You did not give up 😀👍 Great job !

[@DIYSupply]

Dude! Thank you :)

[@YanTales]

end result looks really good, actually surprised me.

[@guitarsncarsnart]

Love the way you learned and kept at it. The result is very, very nice!!!

[@rosiocalderonmedrano6105]

¡ oh qué perfección me encanta sus trabajos! Ay bárbaros quedó preciosa saludos desde México

[@influenceince]

Sometimes concrete with imperfections can still be authentic and beautiful

[@Stormbless3d]

This^ - Guy that does concrete polishing for a living.

[@sssanti]

Gran trabajo, creo que la cera de abeja pudo ser calentada hasta conseguir una consistencia viscosa y así poder aplicarla con una cuña (espátula). Por lo menos una primera mano. Muchas gracias por compartir.

[@mikew151Manhattan]

Nice vid excellent first effort. The only issue I have with your beeswax finish is that it does not like heat very much and has poor stain resistance. A far better solution is to use a high end hard wax oil like osmo or fiddes. These handle the day to day hot food and drink mishaps much better. Thanks for vid! Cheers

[@rolon60]

clear epoxy was the solution, regards! good job

[@kevincollins7102]

awesome video and your correct you have to try different stuff and hey trying to correct things over and over-is a pain (but it is nice) i would like it in my house though

[@gacharaken8002]

great idea there.I will definitely try this

[@pixellegolas]

thanks for metric system! That is what everyone needs :)

[@DIYSupply]

I could get in trouble here - but to me it makes more sense yes :) Maybe because that's just what i'm used to.

[@Rufdesign1]

This is too difficult for the Americans, they have already tried in the 70s and have failed miserably.

[@lennartpersson9834]

The Americans has decided to move over to the metric system but gradually, inch by inch!

[@pushpull76]

Beautiful work, I just suggest the use of a concrete vibrator to avoid all the problems with bubbles.

[@Frank-it9kl]

Nice dude. I bet that was way more work than u anticipated lol

[@TheGuy0108]

Good effort.. looks great

[@amautatutor2696]

Very good job mate

[@felipenavarro5225]

Excelente trabajo , saludos desde Argentina .

[@simplyme166]

Nice work!

[@jdmec81]

Love the way the wax and burned waxed cause the color changes. Really awesome effect, much better looking than just cement.

[@denisstepanov1327]

If you want to seal with natural wax, you should make a paste using solvent like turpentine. You`ll get a much better penetration and it will easy to work with. Take some wax and rub it on a grater for vegetables or cheese (or just using a knife). Then put this shavings into metal cup or something else. Pour turpentine into cup to cover wax shavings. And put it on a bain-marie. Dont use any open fire around it. The turpentine vapours are very flameble. Dont heat too much, 150-160 F will be enought. Use simple brush to seal. It will give you very beautifull colour (contrasting effect), but not more. I recomend to use professional havy-duty sealers.

[@BrookeFasil]

👍

[@jhoannayyo]

What type of wax is good for sealing? What is that type of wax called? Is it beeswax? Excuse my ignorance.

[@denisstepanov1327]

@@jhoannayyo , yes its beeswax.

[@tomteatom]

Add a little tung oil or grapeseed oil to the mix to make the mixture glide on and buff out fast.

[@NileshKumar-uf4vh]

​@@denisstepanov1327 why not use carnauba? Cheaper and more widely available

[@mariadelpilarjaramillo7334]

WOW perfect job

[@christopherschrock4738]

Sealing this reminds me of waxing skis or a snowboard. It may have been easier to get a waxing iron or just cover a regular iron with tin foil and turn it on - place the sealing block on the tin foil covered iron. Eventually the wax drips down and you can cover the table with the drops in a snaking pattern. You can then smooth it out by going over the surface of the table with the iron - then buffing it - then scraping it. I’m not familiar with the exact sealant so it might not work the same but its just a thought!

[@kaiserbeam]

Wow, thinking doing an outdoor table and think something like this would be perfect. But holy smoke, that seems like lot of hours went into it. Raw material seems to be pretty reasonable. If I got anything close to what you were able to achieve, I would be more than happy. Very nice finished piece.

[@DIYSupply]

Use a normal concrete sealer, and get the air bubbles out - that will save you from a lot of work :)

[@sumitkhandelwal100]

Your honesty touched me. God bless u.

[@matthewfox3760]

Nice work it looks awesome If anybody wants to use wax to polish with I recommend looking into ski tuning tools And iron for melting the wax into the base material and plastic brushes in a plastic scraper You can also get plastic brushes on a rotary handle that attach to a drill