How to Build a Concrete Raised Planter Bed Part 1

[@cwby34]

Mr. Odell. My Dad was a carpenter and general contractor for just short of 3 decades and it is an absolute pleasure to see another man place so much emphasis and detail to things PRIOR to the actual job to ensure a smooth transition for the actual job!! Your attention to detail and methodical ways reminds me of days gone past with my Dad and for this I salute you Sir! Keep up the great work and awesome videos!

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[@davideyt1242]

yes not only that he pulled that job very well in terms of quality and finish, also taking care of the small details like the edge and etc..

[@davideyt1242]

wow just wow! not only that Mr. Odell and his team knows very well what they are doing and how to do it well.. the result is amazing and by how they built it, would probably last for at least another 80 years

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes TY

[@shalbinjames]

Great tutorial for everyone who dislike wooden raised beds !! This will last for long without any maintenance :)Agreed the POWER OF CONCRETE !!

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Shalbin James TY

[@tonygrana9405]

The strongest raised bed garden design I have ever seen! Love your work!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Tony Grana I think you understand concrete, and the unique design of this one. Thanks for your insight

[@craigrschulz]

Your workmanship is excellent as usual. These videos make me wish I had gone into concrete work when I was younger.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Its never to late to get it on

[@kiwibird8441]

Words of the day. Monolithic and cantilever. Sound like my 5yo come home from school

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

yes

[@bozobennett]

You make it look so easy! And, I know it's not...good work!!

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[@nunyabeeswaxx7691]

this is brilliant exactly what im looking for in my own garden. thanks for the great tutorial

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

i Create; Therefore i am great

[@MrAmagaska1976]

Prolly my favorite video so far. I think I may try this for the front of my moms house.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Heath Wood get it on

[@Engineer9736]

Maybe better first try a 10cm piece in the shed, if succeeded, then proceed with the whole front garden 😉 Failing in the front garden is no option (i guess).

[@marklanese5594]

Beautiful finish on the poured coping.

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[@M_Ladd]

Holy F dude, you can build a two story on that planter bed! Great job!

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[@Tsamokie]

No. It has no footing.

[@leadersuccess3761]

I used to be a mason helper and I think your worker's did a beautiful job :)

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[@isaacavila1405]

That was a awesome video!!! I like your craftsmanship and attention to making the finished product very clean!!! Very professional !!!

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Isaac Avila TY

[@BeGoodToEachOther]

This is one of the best videos on KZbin! I hope you do a whole lot more just like this one. Thank you!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I will TY

[@breakingtoast2255]

you gave this house the WOW factor good job

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[@MrThomas401]

Nice to see a craftsman at his trade.

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[@misaelesca]

you guys make good projects and good finished of the jobs , keep showing good videos. congrat.

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yw

[@ColdWarVet607]

Great tutorial and even better the fine points in the voice over....on to part 2 thanks!

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[@ericyu9758]

Another name for your company can be Odell Concrete Craftsmen. Your work displays the skill and craftsmanship to build a quality product.

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TY!

[@henryvargas2915]

Sick ass FINISHERO hands down 🙌🏽

[@southerntommygun1353]

This is great work and a well documented tutorial. Thank you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

YW

[@refugiopoint]

Very well done video, appreciate your taking the time to share, you have a very relaxing nature, makes for good watching and learning, keep up the great work, truly a lasting legacy!

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[@arnoldovargas]

Great video! I’ve been binge watching all your stuff. Better than Netflix

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[@sevenmile]

I'm not into DIY construction... but this was interesting and educational-- good job

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sevenmile TY

[@EnglishPatriot101]

Excellent workmanship!

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TY VM

[@overgrowthplanet7531]

Thanks man for sharing your work and knowledge

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

YW TY

[@robv21971]

What a nice and beautiful work. 🇫🇴🇫🇴

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Thank you very much!

[@raoh8096]

This is great for those who have the money to hire someone to do it or have a half dozen family members to help.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

True

[@michael98277]

That's some nice work! It is always a pleasure to see someone take pride in their work and do an excellent job.

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michael98277 TY

[@pedromeza2398]

Very good instructions and video, great job. Also I noticed the guy tapping the sides with a hammer so you need to point out that this is done to vibrate the air bubbles up; I Io use used motor oil on all surfaces.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Right on

[@johnorla-bukowski6957]

Thank you, David for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience in all these concrete videos. You do a great job explaining your choices/decisions along the way as well as providing insights and tips to help others. I am learning a lot and am grateful! A question regarding the height of this planter: would you need vertical rebar every 16" or so to support a 20" high wall?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

horizontals should do the trick

[@johnorla-bukowski6957]

Thanks for your quick response to my question!

[@andrewcollins6525]

just awesome. great work guys. lovely finish

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Andrew Collins TY

[@davidodell2160]

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[@levimust4479]

What a great idea. Thanks for posting. I sure wish I could move at high speed.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Me too TY

[@christophersmith8014]

Nice. The only thing I noticed missing was putting some pipe sleeve insulation on that irrigation line that runs through the pour. Just to ease any differential stress on the line and to make it easier to replace the line if it happens to break at some point.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Drill

[@petejoseph8257]

Good clear instructions, interesting content, glad I watched

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glad it was helpful!

[@donniemerritt6208]

Great Job ! suggestion i cut my bottom board edges on a 15 degree that seems to help me remove boards easier

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Good idea. Not noticeable but allows the wood to slide out of the wedge.

[@alanhiggins2928]

Wouldn’t the concrete on the under edge of the canter lever follow that bevel?

[@dannytheplumber7394]

your videos are really great to watch, thank you very much.!

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[@jessicadanchik3420]

I just started watching your channel last night because I want to build a short decretive wall in my back yard. I saw this video and the one you did for the guy who was "energetic" and wanted you to do things very specifically, you used block to build the wall. Whats the difference between using block and pouring the whole form? is one more expensive less work more work? what would you recommend for short long border wall in the garden? Thanks! Your videos are so helpful! I have never done anything like this and never understood how cement works and your videos are just so informative! I live in the Middle East and so I don't have anyone to ask about it all, that can explain it. So thanks!

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Good luck TY

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

Very meticulous work...NICE!

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[@shawnlion4778]

Good work, Odell

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[@rivahkillah]

Watching this makes me miss doing concrete work.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

get it on

[@gateway8833]

Dad blast it, my wife caught me watching this, guess what I’m making now. This is very cool.

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GL

[@gateway8833]

Odell Complete Concrete I use to build concrete forms for bridge construction, I hope I remember how.

[@robertskinner8477]

How much taller and longer can you make one of these before the mass of concrete is a curing problem? Thinking of this technology to make a retaining wall because I don't relish carrying bricks down stairs and I can build the forms over a long period and have it poured in and a vibrator brought to bear. Had considered curves but here can do a > 90 degree corner and monuments.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Should be no problem

[@LW12345]

How do you know when you can pull off the cap boards? To where the concrete kept its form/shape.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

When you can't stick your finger in it

[@LW12345]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete is the concrete still soft enough to smooth it to a shine and if so would I use a mag or metal tool?

[@tristancamacho9609]

Can you re use the wood forms for a raised vegetable garden bed??

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes

[@ResidentialDirtWork]

Thats some good looking form work, thanks for taking the time to give the details that u do.

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YW TY

[@parkiskennedy5012]

Thanks for a very well done video. My son wants to build a similar concrete planter at his house and this is quite helpful. The only question I have is in regard to the depth of the foundation. I am assuming that your planter must have been built in in a warm climate. My son lives in TN where the ground can freeze over a foot deep during a bad winter. Is it necessary to build the footer below the frost level?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Check with your local building codes

[@englishmaninengland1451]

Splendid job.

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Englishman In England TY

[@Lilfabo124]

Like how there taking turns get the brick work up

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[@ryuzaki6614]

thank you, exactly my next DIY project, from malaysia with love! thank you

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great TY

[@bobd.]

I wish you guys were in my neck of the woods. I would get you to build about 150 feet of this in my yard.

[@DavinStewart]

How do you avoid getting hard clumps in the bottom of the mixer? It's always a problem for me.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

water first

[@fyithisisnotrocketscience5150]

try to 45 the top edge of 2x12 with the bevel edge in and the point top outside of 2x12 will make for easier form pulling.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Good idea TY

[@hischild3759]

I have no idea what anything you said meant but I do know a great job when I see it.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Right on TY

[@CS-lz9rl]

Would the mono footer width and depth you used for this project be ok for a 4' long 2' to 3' high straight wall? Wall would be used to display house address numbers. Thank you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I think I might go deeper for a short foot print

[@CS-lz9rl]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Thanks.

[@ilikesundays4312]

very pedantic. Impressive

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[@Claribel42]

Beautiful 🤩!!! Love it !! How mami bags of concrete mix I need to build one like that?

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30

[@isaacguzman5001]

Very great video!! Buttttt aren't you supposed to spray the oil first? Then put in the rebar??? Because I think I think I'm not 100% sure but if the rebar has oil on it then the concrete wont neccesarily stick on the rebar? I'm in the union and they want oil first than rebar. I just want to know and get more educated because I like your videos! I've learned many great tricks and tips from your videos. Thank you

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes your right

[@jondoe7636]

I'd like to take back my jerk like comments I made to one of your videos. I said something mean about the way you laid some pavers/ brick in a driveway.... I'm sorry for saying it. No matter what type of job you're doing it always turns out awesome. I'm a fan!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great Thanks

[@SmokeyBear363]

That looks real nice

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[@cuevasla]

what is the type of fiber mesh and where do you buy it ?

[@LilyellaLondon]

Great video TFS!

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[@DayHiker]

How long should you wait for the concrete to set-up before removing the forms?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Every job is different

[@DayHiker]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete I kind of figured that would probably be the answer given things like outside temperatures and type of concrete used and other variables. I guess I was looking for more like the hardness of the concrete before pulling forms. To wet and it'll run everywhere, or setup to long and I wouldn't be able to work with it. Trial and error until I've worked with enough concrete over time. I'll do some practice runs before attempting the real job. I really like your channel, the knowledge and advice given in your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@tracykeenan4449]

Looks great

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[@pelecho]

Why do you not waterproof the inside? Just wonder because I did a similar planter. Thanks good job

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

The dirt is low behind the wall

[@courtneylovesmaccompact9047]

So what if you decide the next year that you wanna change it and make it bigger? Just outta luck?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Like anything, start over

[@travelandwork]

awesome tip about the used oil..so you use a regular garden sprayer? Suggestion: before and after pics at the end! :)

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Good idea TY

[@angelossakellariou2832]

Beautifull job.

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[@RealRiders]

Should I do this or concrete blocks with stucco? Pros and cons

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Its really your choice, what feel you can handle.

[@cultureoflifemedia4545]

I want to pour beds under my windows up to 8 inches below the window. My home is concrete block. Will there be any problem having the dirt in the pot text to my house? Or do I need to pour the back of the planter next to the wall?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Try Bituthene 3000 water proofing. If your in a freezing area then I wouldn't do the raised planter

[@tonybland8684]

you have dirt all around, but i have a side walk on one side. how do i hold up the wood.( do i remove the sidewalk)

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Drill in to concrete and use masonry screws

[@tonybland8684]

oh ok i see thank you.

[@Tbok777cygnus]

Did u ever use. Pvc or a. Foam. Stair nosing ? On a pool or. Steps. Cantilever. Edge

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

yes many times

[@alanhiggins2928]

Should try to run a thin steel ruler between top of 2x12 on outside bottom form and underneath of cantilever when you take off your top outside form, so to break the bond, then you might not have to rip the bottom from to try to remove it!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Interesting

[@alanhiggins2928]

Odell Complete Concrete don’t know if it will work or not but might be worth a try! Usually would bevel the edge but unable to in that situation because of concrete sitting on it!

[@mattlowry8256]

Nice job as well 👍

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[@robertcooper3919]

Dude you are the best... i've been watching a bunch of your videos and love them. Did you ever cover the basic steps in trowling and finishing the concrete once its poured i think you would make a good one that i would be interested in? Also do you have any tips for setting cobblestones in a soldier course along a flower bed or driveway? thanks in advance!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Double sting line, elevation and height, and a good eye ball.

[@robertcooper3919]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete would you just dig a trench and set them in dry mix then pour water over it or set them in wet mixed concrete and pound them down to the string? going to do what you did in this video below grade and set cobbles into the top while its wet for som planter boxes. but have existing beds that butt up to grass and looking for what to do there. trying not to form that area up its like 80 feet.

[@abeljaimes1498]

Hello David, awesome work as always!! Great content. How much did this project cost total with labor and materials?? Thanks I appreciate your time.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

4500

[@jayb5768]

Beautiful work as always, question using the motor oil does it leaves a oily smell if so i guessing it fade over time.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Not at all

[@KT-1]

I would like to pour a concrete wall under my new soon to be built wood fence. Any advice on the width and thickness? It's purpose is to protect the wood from weed trimmer and dogs digging. Thanks

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Kevin T 1'

[@KT-1]

One foot, is that the depth? What about the width? There will be a 3" steel square post every 6 feet separating the wall. I had thought about extending the width 3/4" on both sides of the posts. Would that be wide enough to make the wall stay together and not crack apart? Also I planned on using fiber reinforced concrete mix.

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Kevin T 1 wide, 1.5' deep

[@541beausham]

what i do is drill holes for the posts and then i run 2x8’s along the holes, then i set my posts to the 2x8 brace them off and build the other side of the forms 8”-1’ foot apart and pour the post and the curb all in one mono style pour...but thats just how i do it..im sure there are other ways of doing it tho

[@541beausham]

You basically just need to pour a footing at the bottom of your fence..but if your trying to keep animals from digging under it you might want to go down 2’ or more so the animals would end up giving up before tunneling under your fence

[@kristalgoodell]

Thank you for the helpful videos! When building this style of wall, do you need to go below the frost line to prevent cracking, or is it low enough that it isn't necessary? Thank you!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

This is Southern CA

[@wheretonow3106]

Thanks for the idea.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sure

[@jeremyfugarino7901]

Nice Work. I prefer to lay blocks for my beds. No mortar or anything. I prefer that over concrete due to future changes my wife and I may make. Much easier to make changes to size, H/W of beds. Just makes things easier to remove or add to. Nothing permanent so to speak

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I hear that

[@genericuser2339]

Really nice video thanks

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[@westtexas7358]

It looks like you only used a finishing trowel. Do you worry about trapping water inside the concrete?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

no, unless it has too much fly ash then it may be a problem

[@thelostadventurer4684]

Hey love the work alwasy looks good we need some skill like that here i watch your vids and try to learn concrete finishing technique do u think you will do a vid teaching about the tools and how to use them and what there are used for ?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes that's a good idea

[@kattasudhir]

Is it ok to spray motor oil on spreaders after installing rebar ?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes if you can avoid the rebar

[@agdragon1]

Great job! Here I was getting ready to use stacked retaining wall stones (the small ones) to build a flowerbed, like this much better. As my flower bed will be up against a wooden fence, what would you suggest to protect the wood fence from the soil backfill? I have pressure treated rails at grade and at the flowerbed height. Corrugated metal, visqueen, or something else?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

rail road ties or another block or concrete wall

[@joshuarogers5957]

How long did it setup till you removed the top 2x6?

[@Joemama13479]

what a very great job Mr David

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JOE BILLINGS TY

[@Adamsmithv]

Nice video, hope you keep making them.

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Adam smith Thanks I will.

[@lauracouto3967]

Muito Obrigado! Vou partilhar Por favor - quantos minutos - para se poder retirar as tábuas de cima? Qual o traço da argamassa? Ou seja, quantidade de areia e cimento? Tipo de areia? Obrigado

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

5 hours

[@michaelfetch9736]

Great video. I'm going to use this technique to build a fire pit. Question though, how long after you poured the concrete did you start to remove the 2x6's? Thanks and keep these vids coming.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

4 hours

[@coopercarter]

Great music choice.

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Cooper Carter TY

[@DoNnEgRoW]

What kind of fiber do you add to the concrete mix, and how much footing is needed for a single layer of cinder block planter? Thanks!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

6"s footing. 3/4" micro fiber

[@tealkerberus748]

I really like this. Do you go bigger? I've been watching people build raised beds from timber and steel, but they've got a life expectancy of 5-20 years tops. I reckon concrete would do it better!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Concrete is the best.

[@tealkerberus748]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete I've been watching some vids of concrete alternatives - panels made of aircrete and perlcrete and the like. I'd love to know how they'll be holding up fifty years down the track - to make traditional concrete sleepers sort of requires a fork lift to move them, while the lightweight alternatives can be carried anywhere a person can walk, and without machinery expenses.

[@ScottishNSRailFan]

Great job

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Scottish NS Rail Fan TY

[@obcr12000]

clean work!

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[@peatergriffin]

Are you using aggregate and lime in your mix?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Cement and aggregate

[@durangodave]

Thanks for the video, nice job. I am doing a garden wall on each side of my driveway just like this, 12 inch high, 6inch wide, 20ft long on each side. I looked at the cost of pavers($1.00 each 12x12 paver), block and concrete and concrete was the best and cheapest way to do it. Can you tell me how many bags of concrete that took if you remember. I calculate about 15 - 50# bags for mine per side.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

35 bags 60#

[@tooold8318]

Nice work

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[@treesurgeons184]

What is the width of the sidewalls? What is the width of the top plate?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

6", 8.5"

[@treesurgeons184]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Thank you