How to make a FIRE PIT / FIRE TABLE Concrete Countertop

[@chillidawg4647]

I really like how this man actually uses basic tools and materials anyone can afford. Most of the "DIY" guys on KZbin have a 40' X 50' shop filled with 50,000 dollars worth of equipment and still don't do as good of a job. Well done sir!

[@thesavagearmy]

Hahahahaha yes exactly all you need is a professional grade everything and you as well can make a concrete table

[@vinhgolf]

i totally agree. he makes so real and practical . i love his video .

[@mattreese-7]

upvote fishing 🎣 nobody has any of this shit laying around fool.

[@shaunkirby8506]

I like it when they say “I had a piece of scrap wood lying around” then pull out a 3” thick walnut slab 😂

[@mattreese-7]

@microleafVJ no they dont sucker

[@luckyvet]

Michael tries harder than most people I know. First class vids/creativity/and projects. Very smart guy.

[@user-qo3jh9mn1t]

Just a hint for pouring the epoxy. Use a squeeze bottle with a pointed cap. Good control and easier to fill the fine lines. Great project. Thank you.

[@furrycircuitry2378]

Love this guys energy wish more people where like him maybe could make this world a bit better. Thanks for the ideas man i appreciate it

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that!

[@furrycircuitry2378]

@@MichaelBuilds no problem mister

[@vernonvinson5925]

Michael... You are hilarious and you make the BEST DIY vids I have seen... hands down, EVER!

[@MichaelBuilds]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that!

[@TomAmes]

Dude, I requested help with this exact project on your community FAQ page. And here it is!! I can’t wait to get to work on my version of a fire pit table. You rock man!!!

[@MichaelBuilds]

No YOU ROCK TOM!

[@earlydawnpatrol]

Thanks! Love these videos!

[@MichaelBuilds]

OMG! Earlydownpatrol! I cannot tell you how SORRY I AM that I did not reply to your AMAZING contribution from a whole 8 months ago! KZbin did not notify me about your SuperChat and I didn't see it until just now while I was stumbling around in my KZbin analytics. I am so embarrassed and so so sorry man. I'm especially embarrassed because you sent me 2 SUPERCHATS on 2 different videos and I missed them both. Please accept my very humbled THANK YOU! You have no idea how much I appreciate your support and I'm even more appreciative that you gave me a SuperChat on this particular video because its one of my favorites. Again, thank you so much man!

[@TheRealAmythyst]

I completely enjoyed this video!!! I love the logo and everything and my condolences to you and the family on the passing of your Nonna. CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT VIDEO.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much!

[@sbaker9484]

Absolutely THE BEST DIY guy on You Tube. Thanks for your show and creative projects.

[@Kayd2111]

This just made me want to get a cricut even more. Imagine all the designs you could make on concrete by making forms 🤩

[@highwayplus]

i hear u speak. And i hear new words coming out of mouth! Thats cool! And i love yr teaching method. Easy to Do! Thks bro!

[@lynninzeo7747]

I don't know how I found you but I'm so glad I did. I totally love this video. I can't wait to give this a try but on a smaller scale. Thank you!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 thank you so much Lynn!

[@gregorynichols9022]

Great build. Wood on ground will deteriorate. Easy as to place timber on a (you guessed it) a Concret slab. Cheers.

[@ryanlarsen4864]

Love the video! One FYI I have discovered when working with epoxy, using a misting spray, spray it with 91% - 99% isopropyl alcohol and it will remove all the bubbles leaving it crystal clear. thanks for the DIY!!

[@bradchenoweth7584]

Love this project. It just dawned on me, but for those of us who 3d prink, you could print all your fancy designs that you stuck in your form. Just kind of do it ahead of time, glue them down, and hope they come out? lol Might be worth a shot.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Hell yeah!

[@teespoon8858]

Oh Micheal, my deepest condolences for the loss of your Nonna. I was wondering why I hadn't seen anything recently as I LOVE your channel! I'm glad you are on the mends and back! You rocked this one outta the park btw!!

[@patrickwilliams6374]

That turned out to be a really nice rustic but new table thanks for the idea

[@zachmullikin6884]

Great video! I recently made a propane fire table of my own and have a couple suggestions. I found out the hard way that a heat shield is absolutely necessary for safety. The bottom of the stainless steel burner can get extremely hot, which melted part of one of the gas hoses and slowly leaked out propane until it basically ignited under the table. After that i built a barrier between the pan and the tank with panning metal (air space between) and also swapped out the rubber hoses for stainless steel (amazon). Also an air mixer is a nice addition for a cleaner flame!

[@grantnelson39]

Thanks Zach! I had a similar concern when I saw that the propane tank was stored directly under the fire pan. Can you elaborate more on how you built your heat shield? Is it really as simple as adding two layers of panning metal with an air pocket in between? How did you fix the metal to the table? And did you just cut out holes in the metal to run the hoses from the pan to the tank? Appreciate your help!

[@nicolepiccini1370]

Thank you so much for this comment. I would not have thought of this as someone new to all of this. can you share more details on how you built the barrier?

[@1252PFC]

Thank you for the detailed instructions. Something we, as viewers, I left with overhead scratching thinking how did they get to that step and all because it was not explained in the video. So appreciate the extra effort on your part.

[@gizzyguzzi]

How do 257 people not like this? Are they just hitting the thumbs down for a giggle? This is a great table pit. Edit: Never mind. Maybe because he got comped a professional fire pit kit that costs almost $500 and it's not DIY?

[@Ahawk98]

Really appreciate the way you presented this step by step. Definitely makes it easier for people to gain confidence to try a project of this magnitude even with little to no experience. My question for you is what would a build like this cost? Awesome job truly one of the best channels I've found in some time. Subscribed and looking forward to putting your lessons to work. Thank you

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel! The build cost a little over $500

[@jayryan7307]

You should definitely cut some sort of relief holes/gaps in the bottom of your wood base. A slow leak in your tank and your sitting near a bomb with a fire on top! Cut on bottom because Propane gas sinks (NOT rises) with oxygen. You’re probably ok because your base obviously isn’t air tight, but peace of mind and longer life! But great idea. I made one of these after I saw your first video on concrete tables!

[@joeymilone6650]

absolutely phenomenal channel, especially for just iphone filming. your effort really shines man, please please please keep it up!

[@333cparker]

Cool - The only change I would have made would have been to use a foam form on the edge to give it a chiseled natural stone look.

[@hillbillycuisine2695]

My Condolences on your Loss, prayers for you and your family. Get well and be safe. Oh Yeah! Great video.

[@DanielinLaTuna]

Hey Michael, sorry about your grandma. Thanks for sharing, this was a very informative video. Real information. Some KZbin videos are about selling plans or materials; you actually called out measurements (and as my math teacher used to say, "showed your work"). Thanks for the link too; I'm gonna give the guys a call for the same kit you got. Take care, Dan

[@IAMLEELOU]

I love this fire pit and I’m gonna try It on smaller scale. Thank you for sharing and my condolences to you and your family. Feel better🙏🏾

[@afig2339]

You are the man very detailed and easy to understand instructions keep up the great content

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much!

[@SteveGrin]

Nice project, thanks. I did a top last month with a hole for a round Weber kettle grill - it's 2.5" thick and reinforced with both rebar & wire mesh. There is a minimum of 8" of concrete surface all the way around the grill. When I fired up the grill the first time the heat cracked the top (in one of the wider surfaces), fortunately there is enough steel in there to keep it together. Are you concerned that the inside corners of your fire pit hole will crack?

[@amandastach]

Steve G curious as well. Michael, how long did you get out of the propane tank?

[@awesomexistence]

On big green egg, top builds leave an inch or so air gap and base is suggested to raise above the surface with feet to produce an air gap. That should be enough to not transfer the heat too much.

[@nicolepiccini1370]

Others in comments have mentioned this exact thing happening. and michael builds mentions his cracked from the heat on a windy day

[@nicolepiccini1370]

@@awesomexistence can you direct me to a vid of this?

[@tylerwageman7774]

Hi Michael. I love your show. I just built a fire table. Poured it last night. After 30 min of have the top on having fire going. The edges popped off

[@nicolepiccini1370]

do you mean the concrete cracked in the edges?

[@jamiecouncil4796]

I can't believe how talented and entertaining you are. I watch and enjoy all your videos brother. I want to build this and I will after I successfully pull the Visa out and pay you to do it. Outstanding video

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Jamie! 👍🏻😊

[@JoseBarajas-ke2iu]

Thanks for sharing in your video the step by step

[@loufrade3510]

Hey Mike Awesome build man. I took your advice myself I just love what you've done and I bought the mortar mix and I made a flat looking stone table top and put my gas firepit through it. I'm not quite finished yet I'm still building the base I'm using Portland cement and the rapid set mortar mix chicken wire and old cloth and old towels, kind of like paper mache. To create a base that looks like an old tree stump. I'll send you a picture of it when I'm done it may be another couple weeks yet as I'm procrastinating I'm working on other projects. First things first right. Thanks Mike love all your build so far and I've enjoyed your commentary thanks again. condolences to you and your family.

[@jeffp6014]

Turned out great!!!!. I Should have calculated the amount of mix I needed so I didn’t hump too many bags home or worse not have enough. My mix was Half a cubic foot per bag if you are wondering. For instance 1.5 in deep x 36 in wide x 60 in long = 2,592cu in minus the tray size - mine was 1.5x 12x 36= 648. So 2592-648= 1944 ,divided by .5 cubic ft or 864 per bag = 2.25 bags. Used powder to darken but it wasn’t dark enough so used concrete stain/ sealer instead of just sealer so I could have skipped the powder color. It looks like a nice dark slate. I love it! Thanks Michael!

[@stephendolphin8156]

I’m totally gonna build this one!!! I watch a ton of DIY channels and I love the fact that I don’t have to have a ton of specialty tools to make your projects bro!!! 🙏🏽

[@bradygrimm416]

@Michael Builds if I wasn't neck deep in a kitchen renovation I would be all over these cool concrete projects. Really want to try this but I had already done epoxy countertops before I found your channel. Love the videos keep it up

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 thank you so much Brady!

[@jdshaw83]

Man, just found your channel the other day, watched all your videos, and said "dang, I wish he had one on firepits!"

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 see... I heard you haha

[@DonAlan007]

Awesome Twin Peaks callout at the end. And I totally want to do this build.

[@julianamaro527]

I noticed some burns to the table where the fire would stretch out would that cause the table to eventually crack? Is there a way to prevent that from happening?

[@MichaelBuilds]

Yeah, it was very windy that day so the flame burnt the top and it did actually crack. My suggestion is to not use it on a windy day basically haha

[@hunterevanson]

Don't make your top out of cement. I suppose you could use bricks for the top, or even to line the basin with brick instead of butting the edge right up to the cement. Then the flame is transferring heat directly to the cement. It might last a little longer that way...

[@737smartin]

Michael Builds ...I’m glad you mentioned here that the top actually cracked VERY early in use from the heat, but a RED FLAG this important must be highlighted in the show notes! I’m sure you don’t want your viewers to make a product that’s so likely to fail. “Don’t use it on windy days” is simply not realistic.

[@OnAsickwon]

This video is underrated. Amazing work.

[@MichaelBuilds]

WOW! Thank you so much Davey!!!!! That made my day man!

[@robdude1969]

does that trough have drain holes? I could see you getting it snowed upon.... great videos.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much and yes, it has drain hols

[@Legendary33284]

that epoxy decal is what makes this project. Great Job.

[@EasyFirePits_]

for those of you who have asked... here are the components used by Michael on this build from EasyFirePits.com. you can also see our catalog with all components and kits and parts we offer for ANY backyard gas fire feature (including torches).. check out our gallery and video page under the "more" tab at the top of the site for diagrams, completed customer projects and videos that help you; such as Michaels.. Enjoy and we cannot wait to see what you create! Michael's build was: 36" T-Burner with In-Table LP tank deluxe kit and a 38X7" stainless drop in pan: * ITCK+ kit (but depends on which kit you want; if you want ITCK+ kit its the in table LP tank kit) or we have other kits for tanks further away or pre plumbed backyard LP and Nat Gas.. link to all kits easyfirepits.com/shop?keywords=itck%2B&olsPage=t%2Fkits * T36 burner easyfirepits.com/shop?olsPage=products/t36 * PAN38X7 easyfirepits.com/shop?keywords=7%22x2&olsFocus=false&olsPage=products%2Fpan38x7-1 Rick - EasyFirePits.com [e-mail] 813-600-5592

[@Phelixc]

What a great way to advertise your product. I've never heard of this channel, it was just recommended to me at random, but I would buy from you guys if I was planning to make something like this. Michael doesn't over sell the product, he lets it speak by showing it and I appreciate that.

[@socalplasmacutting4654]

Did Micheal used the PAN38X7? He builds his insert to 38.125"x 7.125" Parts listed above PAN40X10 . I only ask because I'm in the middle of ordering off your website.

[@EasyFirePits_]

@@Phelixc glad to hear. we're here if you need us.

[@Beregorn88]

I understand that they paid you to do it, but to me seems a waste of time and effort to put in a fake fire pit...

[@EasyFirePits_]

@@socalplasmacutting4654 yes it is a 38" X 7" Pan insert, thank you for catching. We've updated. You could also use a bigger pan for flame to move around if you'd like.

[@lisagordon3239]

We made a 6 foot fire pit table using your techniques, and left inlay for mexican tiles in the corners, we made the frame and repurposed barn tin and old fencing. It is by far my favorite project we have ever made! Thank you for an excellent video.

[@Tj11714]

Lisa,how wide was your table and how heavy ? I want to make a 6foot by 2foot desk for my bedroom but am worried it will be super heavy ! Thanks

[@rudywalsdorf450]

just finished my first concrete coffee table top for a street find base turned out great , and learned alot - going to try this project soon , Im having fun too ! thanks for the fine videos

[@beckylong5345]

Easier yet Michael use a vinyl cutter to cut out your design like a ( Silhoutte ) or one of the other many other machines out there if you look on market place ect... You can find the pretty cheap and reasonable and it will save you tons of time ! Just a thought Thanks for all the wonderful Video's ! you Rock it !

[@joshualawson4460]

Love the Twin Peaks at the end!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much for commenting on that! I though more people would get a kick out of that but you’re the only one to say anything about it lol 😂

[@samscott54]

Great job nicely filmed and great music

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Sam!

[@bigrick1772]

Absolutely love your video and I tried it myself with great success, so THANK YOU! My question for you is how did you get rid of the coloring spots from the bag with the different lot number?? The end of the video does not really show the discolored spots. It appears its all one color at the end of the video.

[@bigrick1772]

@WMD No, made my own set up w/ adjustable regulator for $88

[@adamolson4558]

Sorry for your loss. Awesome video. Keep up the good work. Life happens. Take your time bro.

[@jameswasilchuk9303]

1st Attempt: the first 2 bags of mortar mix went off in about 5 minutes. Complete fail. 2nd Attempt: Added way more water and used "Set-Control" to slow the process down. Took a couple hours to fully set. Wife and I were about to flip, her side was a little to heavy for her and it got dropped and it broke. So after eating up the whole weekend, 5 bags of mortar, hours of building a the template, several injuries, and hours of cutting out our stencil designs I am giving up on concrete until I've emotionally recovered.

[@jtyree0226]

Remember what Bob said

[@prfox1827]

I love how SPECIFIC you are!

[@katrinabebee766]

Dude you rock, great build and entertaining too! Just subscribe keep them coming.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Katrina! 👍🏻😊

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Well, If that isn't one of the best, most entertaining, enjoyable fun filled videos on KZbin. I LOVE IT! Michael I almost think I could do that but I paid a fortune to have a pit built in my backyard. Man...I need some of your creativity I'm sorry about your losing grandma and that you weren't feeling 100%...but you sure do deliver well over 100%. I'm going to send your link to Peter, he'll love it. I am inspired! Well worth the wait...thank you.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Monty! Now if you and Peter could teach me how to put videos out twice a week like you guys, I’ll be lookin good lol 😂. Your my guy Monty!

[@JessSuave]

My husband caught me watching this and said, "You know you'll never finish it." Challenge accepted.

[@MichaelBuilds]

LOL 😂 Let’s show these boys how a woman gets things done! Hit me up by email if you have any questions! Lets show’em! [e-mail] * HOT TIP* make the metal pan opening 1/4 bigger all the way around to avoid expansion and contraction cracking.

[@Andrew-wp3fg]

@John R Yeah...I'm also curious ! Ohw...hmm...but wait...maby the husband of 'JessSuave' knows her well enough to make such a statement 😁

[@bantuqueen1000]

Did you finish it ?

[@Andrew-wp3fg]

@ Bantu No answer yet...so probably sir hubby was right ?

[@BobMongiello]

This guy not only knows how to build stuff but is a great video production artist!

[@Creatively_Clueless]

Wow what a lovely table! Awesome work m8 - oh the inspiration for my garden kitchen/BBQ build! I was wondering what you did to finish the resin you filled the imprint with? Is there a need to grind or sand the surface? Also is the heat output great for a group to congregate around in the colder months?

[@925riv]

Amazing!!!! We just moved to the country. Big big deference for a city family. So I decided to start building my own deck furniture and this would be an awesome addition to what I have in mind. This will be my first ever project. I have absolutely no experience other then the little things I picked up as a kid and that was a really long time ago lol. Thanks again

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much! Good luck!

[@saborguerito]

Well that is incredibly easy and I always wanted to know how to do this and I'm glad it came from you, you little teddy bear you! come here, I'm going to cuddle you 🙃🤗🐻🐾

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂

[@paulchristen7610]

Are... are you in front of a fire pit right now?

[@GraceKane007]

Thank you for sharing your talent and your humor. I love watching your ideas and technique. Thank you.

[@joegarrison1093]

Hello Michael. This my first time checking out your channel and I actually love I the fire pit table and will try one myself. Great video

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see pics!

[@philipgauthier3570]

So check it....I learned to use lock tight for my hose connections over thread tape....It had been amazing for my high pressure hoses and compressors..just an FYI...Love the videos. Burn baby Burn!!! Thank you.

[@BJBaller003]

Love the videos! For your design I highly recommend getting a Cricut or a friend with a Cricut. You could whip up several whimsical designs and having them cut very quickly. Or hit me up and I can have my wife do them for you.

[@honeybee9161]

Michael, so sorry about your Grandma. Grandma's are the best. Glad your subscriber list is going up. You deserve it. Another great video. Love watching and learning from them and with the humor. Hope you are better soon. Get those flue shots.

[@GergC0521]

Ya, know, I'm kinda thinking the Tagaryn Sigil in red in the end. And maybe dragons instead of Salamanders. But that will be in my table....

[@kristiwilliams4816]

This is probably my favorite so far! Just found your channel! Lovin it!

[@MichaelBuilds]

You’re my favorite! Working on a new Fire Table video as we speak!

[@nickbrutanna9973]

Man, that's a great camera!! It even helped you lift the top into place!! What feature is that called? :-D

[@Treasure3167]

haha! I love comments like these. :-)

[@joelg598]

Hey Michael, sorry for your loss. Glad you are back up and running. Keep up the amazing work.

[@trevorkruse449]

So why did you seal it and then epoxy resin it? The reason I ask is in your sealing video you don't do that.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Very good question which looking back I wish I would have answered that in the video. The epoxy turns the finish pure black no matter what color the epoxy is. Sealing first prevents that from happening so you can see that beautiful blue

[@trevorkruse449]

@@MichaelBuilds ah, that makes sense. I poured my first table and then epoxy did they got that wet concrete look. This is good to know. Thanks!

[@chaddidier3116]

Your videos empowered me to finish a fire pit project that I started many years ago. I incorporated several of your videos to create my top. I would love to share the pictures with you.

[@jameswatts9485]

Love the shameful plug on the twin peaks scene 😂

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 I was hoping people would like that ☺️

[@stoneboss979]

As Usual Mike another great Video, as a mason who makes stone statues I have been thinking of making a concrete fire table and watched this video. Looks like great gas system which people have asked me to build for them. I may promote their gas products to my customers after I build one. GREAT JOB Brother..

[@wgreen330]

How many people thought of coronavirus when he described his sickness?

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 I sure felt like I did haha

[@RoxyAnny..8b]

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your grandmother. It’s obvious how much fun you had with this one! 🔥It’s spectacular!🔥 Just think of all the good vibes added to the universe from gatherings around fire pits made by folks who watched you make magic. And then their friends made one... and their friends... You’re the epicenter of the good vibes ripple effect. I bet you never saw that coming when you started your channel.

[@ElusiveCube]

very cool, hope no wife is watching, they be nagging they husbands to make this. Anyway very awesome. Thank you.

[@grcerosa]

Beyond fabulous and very entertaining congratulations. I happen to be blessed with a person of talents to no end who is a master woodworker and can pretty much do anything so I’m gonna hit him up and see if he’ll make one of these for me.

[@EasyFirePits_]

Michael, awesome awesome use of our stuff; makes us all proud and fuzzy inside! Really love the content and understand the time thing; condolences to you and your family for your loss. Let us know what you need for your next project; we'll see how we can assist. Check out the catalog of goodies; easyfirepits.com

[@jkbethune]

Easy Fire pits. If you scroll through the comments there is a gentleman named Paul Davies who has a question for you regarding shipping. Perhaps you can look him up and reach out to him. Thanks.

[@pauldavies1743]

Hey guys, can you ship to either the U.K. or France?

[@EasyFirePits_]

Paul Davies Absolutely we ship all over the world daily. Reach out to us at 813-600-5592 or visit the website Easyfirepits decide what you want and the cart should fill in the price.

[@Reason_Breathing]

Thank you brother! Love your positivity and detailedness

[@tomlilly]

I am obsessed with your videos. I have made three small side tables using this technique. Each one has less worm holes than the last. I am using a recip without a blade to vibrate the heck out of the mold. You videos show you tapping with a mallet and the pour comes out smooth. What am I missing?

[@mike7243]

Our condolences to you and your family. I thoroughly enjoyed your video. This is a project my wife wants me to do. You made it look easier than I thought. Once its done I will post it on your Instagram channel. Michael Keep building... You are an inspiration to us dreamers/builders

[@toddmartin1000]

Michael, my wife and I tackled this project, thanks to your video! Turned out amazing. Used cedar 4x4s and ceramic tile on the sides. Followed your concrete pour exactly as you instructed. Came out perfect! Couldn't be more pleased. Would never have tried this without your video. Thank you! Perfect Covid-Project for my wife and me. Wish I could upload a pic!

[@TraciJehan]

I'm sorry for your loss. This video is pretty cool. I'm definitely getting a fire pit for my patio (when it gets poured). Hey even Thor and his friends sat around the fire pit having unnecessarily deep conversations.

[@lynettestarot1090]

Awesome!! Look into using a cricut machine to cut foam patterns 👍🏼👍🏼. Options are endless!

[@MichaelBuilds]

👍🏻😊

[@3gasman]

Just completed a 63” top. Thank you for a great video. I scored cut my plug for the fire pan part way through. This made removing it so much easier than trying to get entire piece out. Spent about 3 hours polishing to get down to aggregate, well worth my time. I also put casters under my frame to help move entire table around on our patio. Thanks again for a great video and ideas

[@martygilpatrick9727]

subscribed..... This is kinda what im looking to do with my build however, I want to incorporate a marine grade bluetooth stereo, and led lighting. I was also going to have removable solar power panels to charge a battery for the radio and then hide them inside the box when not in use. The only thing i may change is adding a sliding pull out door for the tank, on full extension ball bearing slides. I am a woodworker and have also worked with metals. Concrete is not my thing, but this looks easy. Thanks and good job!

[@natervaternone2020]

First video I've ever seen of this man. First time I've ever instantly subbed to a channel. My guy thank you for just doing the project and showing the steps in a realistic fashion. You don't realize how clear it makes the entire process. Most KZbinrs make it hard by cutting out the longer process, appreciate that you showed all those sections. Very well done, thank you for efforts.

[@MichaelBuilds]

WOW! Thank you so much for those kind words!

[@natervaternone2020]

@@MichaelBuilds Hey, you deserve it. You show the love and passion in your videos. Looking forward to future projects.

[@robiyellison3825]

Super fun build. We actually did a whole outside kitchen with this method!! Your the best. My fireplace did crack. I think it was because I didn’t leave enough tolerance between the mortar and the pan. Or it was the set control. Anyways thanks for making our backyard better!$

[@sandraward1371]

I’m so glad I found this channel. I’ve just started working with concrete and struggling. This has been awesome. I have not made anything but flower pots so far but I love it. These vids are opening my eyes to what I can do. Tables ect.

[@MichaelBuilds]

thank you so much Sandra! And welcome to the channel!

[@sandraward1371]

Michael Builds thanks for the welcome. I’m bing watching tonight lol. I think I’m hooked. Learning a lot. Taking product notes. Great job. Appreciate you.

[@nicolasguerra496]

Absolutely awesome build Thank you for your time

[@awesomexistence]

Michael, your 2 part color epoxy pour can be more controlled in the finer detailed areas by using a toothpick lightly dipped in the epoxy and transferred to the form to drip or spread as well as your tiny brush tip. I use these methods as well as a fine wire tip for minute details. Liking your channel and methods. Keep it up brother and my sympathies for your loss.

[@mickey7660]

If you drip the epoxy does it clean up easily?

[@awesomexistence]

Mickey, the viscous fluidity of 2part epoxies in a very small droplet on a toothpick or wire end will not drop off easily and usually needs slight contact to pull off. Too large of a droplet may drip when you don’t want but this method is for finely detailed areas where you need a very small droplet and is easy to control.

[@bryantrudolph9008]

I loved everything about this video but the wood base. Keep up the good work.

[@anthonycaldi7056]

You have Mad Talent! Well Done!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Anthony!!!

[@repreonstudios1213]

I poured a 8'x25" slab. I used flow control and set control. Set control gave me more than enough time to mix an pour 4 bags, and vibrate. Used together they are great

[@akquicksilver]

Great build! Here's a tip for wrapping Teflon tape. Hold the roll on your right index finger with the tape hanging down away from you. Hold the fitting in your left and pointed at your right hand. Place the tape against the fitting threads on the side towards you, hold with your left thumb and wrap the tape clockwise while holding drag on the roll with your right thumb . Keeps it tight and a neat as you roll it on.

[@MichaelBuilds]

That would definitely be better

[@gavett]

Did you pilot your screw holes in the pallet wood? THANK you for the tip on "when to thread-tape, when not to thread- tape your fitting." Invaluable!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Nope. That’s why I love using those SPAX screws

[@kepeng1000]

Michael, me and the family had fun building this table together awesome project man. Thanks for all the details and ideas. We had lots of awesome accidents which gave us lots to talk about afterward.

[@randomstuff3182]

You are definitely made for TV. Great job. Very inspiring.

[@randallresch6450]

Michael ... that was one of the most fun builds I've seen in a long, long time. As a nearly 70-year-old DIYer, you give a new flair to home projects where there are ONLY happy little mistakes. I'm impressed. Thanks for the smile. R.

[@ivantwopairs1766]

Thanks for the great tutorial. I followed it and it worked out fine, but here are a couple of extra tips for newbies like me: I got Quickcrete's countertop mix and that already includes flow control stuff If you have little experience with concrete go to Quickcrete's site to see video tutorials on your product. Quickcrete suggests using painter's tape in your forms' corner seams, an easy option if you suck at caulking. Your pan will have enough of a rim to allow 1/4 -1/2 inch gap between concrete and pan- definitely make your center-gap form 1/4 inch oversize in each dimension in order to accommodate for heat shrinking/expansion in order to prevent cracking. Also, somewhere deep in the comments EasyFirePits recommends adding Pea Gravel in the pan up to the level of the gas outlet holes because they retain heat better.

[@jeffweinert1417]

Anyone else notice the resemblance 1:22? Michael looks a lot like Bob. Great video and quirkiness! Keep on!