How to swirl finish concrete

[@Sie_an]

Impressive young craftsman…hope for future generation.

[@stacemcbride1732]

That looks Amazing!

[@gjunior2471]

Pretty sweet.I love that fan design.My grandparents house had that on the ceiling.

[@masonthemason6412]

Thanks! It’s pretty common on ceilings and foundations

[@PearlHandle]

Started doing this after watching you do it. Found a 10-12" brush that works well for those smaller spots. Good stuff!

[@joshuaweiler4566]

Good content Mason, my favorite finish 👊💪🔨✌

[@masonthemason6412]

Thank you!!

[@JamesArthurKayak]

Starting to pour some. How do you price a pour like that? Also how many sq ft can you finish alone? Thanks

[@masonthemason6412]

My record was 800 square feet by myself with a swirl finish. 10 out of 10 do not recommend that, I thought I was gonna die. Get a helper haha

[@dirkgibbens377]

Looks amazing. We're getting ready to have our patio done with swirl pattern. One question... no expansion joints for that length of sidewalk? How do you know whether you need them or not?

[@Larry_Legend67]

Absolutely needed. And I really hope he comes back in the morning to sawcut into all equal squares. But he should've tool cut them so they match the edge. Picture frame finish

[@3renaudpascal]

How long after the concrete is set do you usual start to work on the surface !?

[@Eatmydick666]

It’s not when or where… it’s the type of concrete you order vs the temperature, time of day of pour, and knowing the concrete as it cures… it’s an art form… if you’re a homeowner, I suggest doing small pads first so you get an understanding of how many times you work it with a float, level off those rocks, build the cream to the top, and babysit it… it’s an art that takes years to learn… after you screet with 2x4 you have a rough idea of level, through extra concrete where you have holes or low points, then work it with a float by hand and work the concrete with a float, wooden or plastic, metal float is for final finish…

[@Eatmydick666]

Also once it starts setting up you need to hit it with a edger, I recommend getting a edger with a handle, because you’re new and it’s about how you finesse the edger, or do it by hand. I think it’s easier getting a stick for the edger so it’s uniform for new beginners.. I wouldn’t recommend doing concrete yourself unless you’re a mason…

[@Eatmydick666]

As much as I would like to say the average person can do it, it’s something you should leave to the professionals… masonry is an art form and something that takes years to learn…

[@sr707ca8]

😎👍 good finish

[@iamyourfather5954]

I call it a 🌹 bud with a picture frame finish and i do it with my mag never seen it or thought about doing it with the broom

[@CerretaniOutdoorsLLC]

Alittle wet for the finish but look good trying to start these finishes don’t see them at all in my area

[@Larry_Legend67]

@Mason the Mason What it SHOULD look like is tool cut joints after the swirls so they match the edge... Rookie mistake im sure the homeowner wont notice👍

[@masonthemason6412]

I give the option

[@dt2775]

Nice

[@roybray135]

I like the finish, but where's the control joints?

[@masonthemason6412]

Sawcuts

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

i call is swirl or fish scale finish

[@masonthemason6412]

Never heard it called fish scale that’s cooler

[@averageguy7641]

It's called a rosé finish but here in Philadelphia we do it with the mag float

[@masonthemason6412]

Gotcha thanks

[@averageguy7641]

@@masonthemason6412 u do nice work dude and u seem pretty well rounded for a young guy I enjoy the vids Happy holidays

[@masonthemason6412]

Thanks bro. Holidays for you too

[@Dick_Weasel]

We do the same in upstate ny, gotta admit this looks a lot better

[@Moist_Moose_]

I use the mag to swirl finish. Philly area. The broom always removes some amount of cream off of the top. That cream gives the top longevity.

[@jamezrobertz8638]

KNEE boards.

[@stacemcbride1732]

Tell your mom she is my Sheroe