DIY Concrete Accent Wall | Starting My Shed-Shop Makeover!

I am so stoked to get started on my shed-shop makeover, beginning with a DIY concrete accent wall! It was time for a shake-up in this small workshop space, and I have been wanting to create a concrete/cement accent wall for photos and filming for a while, and today is the day! I am so excited to show you how easy it was to install this accent wall in my workshop in just a few days!
In this video I'll be covering:
» How To Create A Concrete Accent Wall
» How To Hang Cement Board
» How To Tape Cement Board Seams
» The Best Concrete For An Accent Wall
This project is sponsored by The Home Depot and includes tools as part of their #ProSpective program.
»»»» M A T E R I A L S
For a full written tutorial and product list, feel free to also visit my website: wp.me/p79fl6-206
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» F E A T U R E D T O O L S
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»»»» O T H E R P R O J E C T S
Shed-Shop Build: • EASY Small Apartment L...
Small Workshop Organization: • EASY Small Apartment L...
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[@jessicahites871]

This cement accent wall is Awesome!! I'm a firm believer in decorating spaces to make you feel happy, even a tool shed:) Working in a space you love makes everything better!!

[@genelegate1308]

Sam, that’s so awesome of you to donate your extra tools to the school. Your makeover is amazing, good job 👍

[@diyhuntress]

Thanks for the love!

[@wh0tube]

Your brother has a point about the boards. It’s not easy to score in a room full of studs. Great finish 😊👍 thanks for the tips.

[@DIYDanie]

IT LOOKS SO GOOD!!!!! 😍 ahhh I can't wait to see more! also, your brothers joke...TOP 👏 NOTCH 👏 😂

[@diyhuntress]

Can you come here and build with me? Mostly for selfish reasons so I can have both of you in a room to crack me up.

[@asimplelifewoodworking8318]

The accent wall turned out amazing, it’s a great touch to your work shed. It gives me ideas of creating something on the outside of my shed. Can’t wait to see what you do next.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! That makes me so happy!

[@BeckyStern]

Wow, that turned out so great! Thanks as usual for the thorough walkthrough of the process, including your challenges. I can't wait to see the rest of the shed shop makeover! 🥰

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you for the love! I’m so stoked to keep going in here!

[@JaskaranSingh-rn7sk]

2:25 aww that's so kind and cute of you ❤️

[@diyhuntress]

They need them way more than I do. 💓

[@modustrial]

Great job Sam! FYI - Henry feather finish, which is available at Home Depot, is the exact same product as Ardex, in different packaging. Works great and doesn't need to be special ordered :)

[@diyhuntress]

WHAT. This could have saved me so much time hahah. Gonna go change some links around... thank you! 🙌🏼

[@theswych]

OMG -- 10 Thumbs UP!! I used to do Professional Faux Finish plastering and this wall you did is ' givin' me LIFE' ! Great Job!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank youuu! 😍

[@charlesbryant3515]

The wall is PERFECT!!!!

[@robertogomez3698]

Nice job on the wall. I think it's nice that you are donating some of the tools to the school.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! They’ll get such better use out of than I am. 💓

[@williamellis8993]

Looking great, Sam. I'm glad you are able to do what you love. Keep it up. Take care. Bill

[@diyhuntress]

Thanks, Bill!

[@DIYHomeofMine]

What a lovely transformation and of course so kind of you to donate the tools. So proud of you girl!❤❤❤

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! So happy to be able to see the tools being enjoyed by some future builders. 💕

[@nofodesignco.9980]

What would you say was the working time on the concrete? Could you mix bigger batches to keep the color differences to a minimum? Fellow Long Islander here, so awesome to see a maker from my neck of the woods!

[@diyhuntress]

Hi neighbor! 😁 This stuff set pretty quick. So, I worked with batches that I knew I could get on the wall within a 30 minute period or so.

[@Kkuts37]

Fabulous, Sam! Looks awesome. Hope you are feeling well! Can't wait for more.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you so much! Hope all is well!

[@stevencaseymiller8376]

Looks amazing!

[@caitmontoya284]

That’s awesome!! Love it. I am playing on doing this as a back splash in the next few weeks so this video was perfect timing

[@diyhuntress]

Yesss! This makes me so happy!

[@venegasenmerida6307]

How did it turn out?

[@eroshtik6997]

Wow absolutely gorgeous

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! 😊

[@eroshtik6997]

@@diyhuntress You're welcome Love your youtube channel

[@we3ms69]

Omg...it looks so awesome! I just love 💘 you. You inspire me to do project outside my normal box can't wait to see how your workspace comes together!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you so much! That makes me so happy. 💓

[@julias259]

Thank you Sam for all the great inspiration to diy! I can not wait for videos to come

[@diyhuntress]

Thanks for the love! 💕

[@JARMade]

This Looks so good SAM!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@hansdegroot8549]

That wall looks great. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@diyhuntress]

Thanks for being awesome!

[@timdyer7692]

Nice job! I think it turned out great and can't wait to see what else you do in the shop.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! So excited!

[@SGDrummer7]

“You should name it Matin because it scores easy.” That was incredible

[@diyhuntress]

I can’t... 🤣

[@martinebangs6520]

Hi Sam....it looks amazing....I really ... really...really like it....I play around with cement a bit, I make flower pots and it's so much fun, of course I can only do it in the warmer months because I live in Canada...dang it's cold here....cement cures better in cooler temperatures so spring and fall is the best time for me to do that....Take care....stay safe....

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! Excited to play around with cement more often. I will have to ask you for advice next time I do a project!

[@michaelgartner6663]

I think you did an excellent job! Super scary just jumping in and doing something for the first time. There is a lesson there.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! Was a fun learning experience!

[@bigguix]

way better helper than the dogs !! that's something !!! you can be proud ! :)

[@diyhuntress]

Totally though... thank you!

[@hansdegroot8549]

@@diyhuntress Offer your dog a pizza as well and you'll see how hard it wants to work then.

[@diyhuntress]

@@hansdegroot8549 AHAHAHAH.

[@MatthewMenze]

How has this held up over time? I've got a couple block walls in my basement I have stained with deck stain that I really enjoy, and I am considering doing similar with another area in my basement to continue the theme (to avoid doing drywall), I am curious how you think this would look with an earthtone stain over the top.

[@WoodshopDiaries]

Yaaaaaaaasssssss!! 🙌🙌 this wall is AH mazing and I’m so excited about this whole shed shop update!

[@diyhuntress]

Come build with meee.

[@gioazzarello1333]

It looks amazing but I do gotta admit I loved the tools on the wall as well

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! They’ll eventually have to go up at some point again soon - too tight in here to not use my wall space!

[@petsdinner]

Great work Sam! Turned out fantastic!!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@ahmadmalik6798]

I had a wall that I wanted to turn into an accent wall and this will look perfect.

[@diyhuntress]

Yess! This makes me so happy!

[@massakidi]

very cool!! would this work if you use normal wood boards instead of cement boards? of the cement will fall easily?

[@ossieljuarez1936]

I've been looking forward to this. Hoping it gives me some ideas. Because my workshop is also in a shed.

[@diyhuntress]

Ahh! This is just the beginning. 😉

[@JackKirbyFan]

You combine art and woodworking. Not everyone can do that. Good job. Plus have a question: When did you start wearing Vans? It's your signature shoe now.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you for the love! I've been wearing them since high school. My faveee.

[@lovgoddess]

Never thought of donating to high school.👍

[@diyhuntress]

Yesss! So excited that I can pass my tools down to new woodworkers and builders. 😊

[@hansdegroot8549]

@@diyhuntress Didn't you say it you gave it to a drama class? Or will the drama happen only when they start to use the tools? LOL

[@AaronWahab]

That looks awesome! looking forward to seeing what else you makeover in there!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@toecutterjenkins]

Looks awesome,I really like it, one day I hope to do a concrete wall in my house. I would of put plywood or osb behind the durock looked like it was flexing a bit when you applied the cement. Moreover if you ever mounted anything to the wall there would be something solid to screw into .

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! No flex, actually because I added the blocking! I was able to get a board everywhere I needed to add a screw. 😊

[@amyroberts5220]

Can this be applied to an outdoor concrete wall or would I have to add the board first and then apply over the concrete board?

[@frankstoverpurebloodsaltya6441]

Beautiful job Sam! Try exterior cement covering... 12× 24' ( by myself)

[@diyhuntress]

That sounds like so much work!

[@frankstoverpurebloodsaltya6441]

@@diyhuntress it was fun!

[@venegasenmerida6307]

Which cement do you use for exterior?

[@MacT4972]

The wall looks great; I love it!!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@mohdanwarhussain7948]

U r God gifted talented... Immense innovative ideas u have.. Blessings

[@sportakiss888]

It looks so good!!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@JennaMcCallister]

Slouchy hat club! Sam, this looks SO GOOD. I can’t wait to see more 🥰

[@diyhuntress]

Ahhh! Thank you! 😍

[@NikiHid]

I used the same product on my bedroom walls and after 2 weeks the small is still strongly in my room , is there any solutions for that or I might just have to send it all of and paint on top of it and give up the cement walls?

[@scottperezfox]

I also used Feather Finish recently for a bathroom design project. Same problem - the colours were very inconsistent. I couldn't figure out if it was the water in the mix _to start_, or the consistency of the mix at the moment of application, since it dries out as it sits. The other variable is simply how thick it is on a given section of wall. In my case, some of the holes shown through as little circles where the mud was thicker and took longer to dry out/cure. The solution for next time I think is simple - have a second person on board so you can work quickly. Use thin layers and do 2-3 coats, only worrying about surface finish at the end. A lot to ask for a shed (or bathroom), but for anyone trying it, learn from our mistakes!

[@diyhuntress]

Ahhh! Love this - thanks for the feedback!

[@theacousticpoet]

Looks great!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@felixreali7101]

Hi Sam, at the start of the video I thought "omg, what is she doing????" but the end result is really cool. well worth the effort :-)

[@diyhuntress]

Hahah... I had the same thought process... thank you!

[@DudeSawdust]

I feel like we have both been spreading compounds on a wall at the same time. I filmed a skim coating video this week. Came out so nice! Luckily, I didn’t have to worry about the color after it dried (like you did) because I’m just going to paint it Swiss coffee anyway. I’m doing a wall trim project. It’s to make my wife happy. Im looking forward to seeing that cement wall of yours in future videos. Keep up the great making!!!!👍👍

[@diyhuntress]

She’s a lucky lady! Thank you!

[@shadowess1961]

it looks great!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@annaharris9826]

Once this cures completely does it harden like cement?

[@jacobsamples8864]

@diyhuntress Maybe you’ve already done this but I’m curious as to how you’d mount your tools to this wall???

[@diyhuntress]

Coming to the channel soon!

[@yunglynda1326]

Love your stuff!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@sonnyvidalez9289]

Any issues with the cement easily coming off when you run the wall and getting your clothes or hands dirty?

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Am I crazy or does it make the shop look bigger too. It came out great after the sanding & mopping. Hoping al is well Kid, Dirty Jersey out!!

[@diyhuntress]

You're not crazy - it TOTALLY does! It feels so big in the shop now! Thanks, my dude!

[@Julianna-Just]

“Sorry I’m not trying to hurt your feelings but you’re not real cement” haha 😂 keep killing it, this looks great

[@bobleeswoodshop7919]

Nicely done! 🤗

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@Concrete615]

This is awesome. I do this for a living and not bad 👍🏽

[@diyhuntress]

Score! 🙌🏼

[@Vman7757]

Wow thanks for sharing. I see you used spray foam for insulation. Was it a kit? Did you have someone come and spray it? I am building a 12 by 16 shed. I have no idea what to do for insulation.

[@diyhuntress]

Hi! I actually have a whole video dedicated to the spray insulation on my channel! Its on my workshop playlist. 😊

[@Vman7757]

@@diyhuntress looking for it. thanks

[@Vman7757]

@@diyhuntress I watched them all. Thanks for sharing.

[@diyhuntress]

@@Vman7757 Awesome! Hope they were helpful!

[@Vman7757]

@@diyhuntress yes they were I am waiting to see when I get my permit to build. Everything is ready to go but the permit. So you know? It's been a year now.

[@dhanpakato]

Show I loved . I'm your fan, I'm from Brazil 💕

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@His_ChristieRose]

If I do this, how can I remove it later if I want to resale my house?

[@cdinusha1]

Looks great! Question though - does it need a sealant coat or is it ok as is?

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! It doesn’t because I’m not “using it”, if that makes sense? But, it’s super easy to add sealant to it, if you’re doing a project like this. I just wanted to keep it as matte as possible for lighting reasons.

[@srilankarelaxation5889]

I was the 1000th like lol it literally made my day

[@diyhuntress]

Mine too! Thank you! 🥰

[@EliasMakes]

nice texture

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@axelSixtySix]

Hi there! No coating ? Wax ? Mate varnish ?

[@diyhuntress]

Hi! Nope! It’s not being touched and I wanted it to stay super matte, so I just left it alone after sanding.

[@terisamcconnell7894]

That looks sweet! Well done. Love that you share the good and the bad in your process! Curious... is there an actual "Martin" your brother was targeting in his joke? If so, the joke is even funnier! 🤣🤣

[@diyhuntress]

Ahahah. Yess. Martin Scorsese - the actor! And, thank you. 🥰

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Nice work.

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@evaaaandriccc5117]

Awesome!

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@akbarchaki9579]

After seeing this video i have subscribed your chenal lovely work

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@MrHarison23]

thats so cool

[@danchev338]

You can overboard with cement boards, only find your studs and set out your cement boards from your studs. Bear in mind cement boards may be a different size from plasterboards. I would have personally used plasterboard, it will be strong enough to carry the cement

[@diyhuntress]

So good to know! Thank you!

[@deborahderden4860]

Glad you like it but I prefer the pegboard.

[@diyhuntress]

Don’t worry... I’m not done yet. 😉

[@chrisaraujo2741]

I really like the look that you went with here! Great job 👍🏼 also it was great to see that you were able to learn along the way too! Thanks for sharing! Have you thought about sealing it at all? It would be easier to clean off the sawdust after a good day in the shop, but it would also get rid off the matte finish you were most likely going for. Just something to think about! Keep up the great work! :)

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you! I did, but I love the matte look. It also helps with cutting down on weird light reflections in my shop when I’m filming.

[@chrisaraujo2741]

@@diyhuntress perfect! Yeah matte is making a comeback! Haha!

[@paulstephenson783]

Nice one ❤💋💋💋

[@diyhuntress]

Thank you!

[@FranksDIY]

Wow I hate sanding concrete but it did turn out looking good.

[@diyhuntress]

Ahahah. I never want to sand a concrete wall ever again...

[@FranksDIY]

@@diyhuntress right lmao

[@chetankat007]

Great start but I kinda liked it original pegboard wall..;)

[@diyhuntress]

Don’t worry. Have some ideas up my sleeves. 😊

[@knowldedge5012]

is this just cement?

[@robertevans6481]

At first I was like what? Concrete wall....but after seeing it,looks awesome.now time for pizza!!!!

[@keenokramodeclas6039]

Your amasing mam,and your pretty to,good job

[@Grimm_Book]

Your brother is proper fit

[@diyhuntress]

He’s my partner in crime. 🙌🏼

[@garagemonkeysan]

Looks fabulous! Great video. #pegboardsareoverrated : ) Mahalo for sharing! : ) 🐒

[@diyhuntress]

Haha - thank you! Have a few ideas for what I might do with these tools. Hang tight!

[@nuks84]

🔥

[@diyhuntress]

😊

[@fikhhgg]

Hello

[@goldformation3838]

🤗

[@cartoomews]

👍👍👍

[@diyhuntress]

😊

[@ماجدعايدية]

First 🎶🎶🎶💖

[@diyhuntress]

You rock!

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Did you include the cost of the pizza included in your total cost? You got your brothers help so cheap it should be reported to the low wage department. Has anyone ever told you that you are nuts, that is possibly why I love this channel so much

[@diyhuntress]

Ahahahahh. I did not! You’re right... Gotta add that to the total cost.

[@akamidfn]

neng nanaonan nyieun pidio yutub teh pake tanktop, geura meuli kaos polos di alunami neng harga na murah ngan 40rb da trus ayeuna keur diskon 100rb dapet 3 edit : hampura geus suudzon sugan teh pake tanktop pek teh hanteu da tamnel na pake tanktop hideung

[@mil1560]

I wanted to learn how to make a concrete accent wall, not how to move tools around.