DIY Concrete Table

Make your own concrete table at home!
Learn from my mistakes so that you can save time!
UPDATE: More of an information, epoxy could be a good option for the surface - think about it, instead of the beeswax that I used. I also did a table where I did epoxy finish - skip to 0914 in that video to see it. I found this much easier. There are also a lot of other people out there that are way better than me doing epoxy, think about watching them.
UPDATE: There are so many great improvements to what I did, from all of you in the comments, take a minute to read them if you are planning on actually doing something like this :)
Tips: Use Plasticizer! can be bought here: amzn.to/2GUhevk
And vibrate more, that saves you from a lot of work. Use a different kind of sealer, if you wanna save time. (But then it might not be possible to get the structure that I got)
Cast some wood in it! It makes it much easier to fasten the legs.
UPDATE: I have been using the table for a month now, and it is no longer shiny. I could polish it again to get it back, but I will just leave it matt.
Visit: www.DIYSupply.io for more.
UPDATE: link to steel legs: • Steel legs for concret...

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@cathypickren655]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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….

[@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!

[@opticalfresh]

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

[@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😂😂😂😂😂

[@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 :)

[@adm.sergei5341]

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

[@poritorico]

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

[@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 👍

[@influenceince]

Sometimes concrete with imperfections can still be authentic and beautiful

[@Stormbless3d]

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

[@X3WorkshopDesigns]

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

[@cndbrn7975]

Next time you have pits fill them in, then mix portland cement and water into a paint consistency, paint the entire surface then seal.

[@kenyanana]

ie make a slurry... I'm no concrete guru but this is what I'd have tried too

[@tangerineskybarg]

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

[@paulnovak833]

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

[@richardrostin7373]

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

[@buenavida5407]

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

[@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!!

[@Supertomiman]

You could try filling in the bubbles with ceramic tile grout. It will probably fill them up easier, and you can wipe it flush with a wet sponge.

[@timheasman2984]

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

[@DIYSupply]

Dude! Thank you :)

[@robsonj.2950]

Try cement and white glue mix, to close the holes.

[@tiborinna]

What works best for me is, rubbing the mold with a thin layer of cooking oil, then spraying it in addition with dishwashing soap and watter mix, 1 spoon soap on 1 0,5 liter of water..making sure it goes everywhere. Then vibrating. The results are superb, no bubbles, perfect details, and easy release from the form. Try it next time!

[@martina8489]

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

[@YanTales]

end result looks really good, actually surprised me.

[@alexshort3970]

Love the end product it would be great if you use some kind of voice over that will be easier to follow but great video thanks

[@manuellagotorrealba]

Amazing, looks like a picture of moon's surface

[@Daniel-qw9dm]

I appreciate the errors included helps me learn!

[@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

[@Realbigcheese15]

Amazing video, thanks for share, man, what kind of wood did u use for the base?

[@carlhe5072]

you may try to use cement paste to seal the air hole, it could save a lot of time

[@unsortedguy]

Always fun finding out videos are from norwegians.

[@DIYSupply]

Hey Unsorted Gaming I have to disappoint you, I’m from Denmark - but it’s close :)

[@lostboy7299]

Use concrete liqufier in the mix and you won't have any bubbles in the surface

[@CalgaryMan2009]

Why didn't you use a slurry to fix the holes? You used come concrete mix at the beginning on your first attempt but it was too wet. A slurry is much much wetter. Also you can use a bonding agent to help the new concrete bond to the table. Just a thought.

[@CalgaryMan2009]

Sorry, I meant the first concrete was not wet enough. A slurry is liquid.

[@jamesrogers47]

You could also have embedded a strip of brass around the table top's perimeter, say about two or three centimeters from the edges as an accent. When you ground down the surface and polished it, the polished brass would have been very attractive.

[@DIYSupply]

Hey James! Thank you for the input - that is not a bad idea :)

[@RossCrain]

Love the surface. Looks like the moon.

[@falconfree7757]

Looks great, Like the surface of the Moon!

[@DIYSupply]

Haha, thank you Falcon!

[@turn1210]

I actually like the 'crater' marks too.

[@syoungy763]

Nice video gave a idea 💡 pool table going screw fix

[@jodylebouton9436]

I want to make concrete tables and chairs for our reception in October but watching what you went through has me thinking just order the dang things. I just like making things.

[@DIYSupply]

Hey! It's not as hard and complicated as it looks, I made a lot of mistakes - if you just vibrate it well, maybe use a thinner mix and/or some plasticizer to avoid bubbles, and another sealer - there's many options out there, you will be good - good luck :)

[@jodylebouton9436]

DIY Supply I watched the video again and as I am not making big tables I believe I can do it. Instead of milk crates I am going to use good old HD buckets. A round seat with padding and material will be more comfy. Thank you for the show of confidence.

[@jodylebouton9436]

My fiancé has disappeared on the road from the Sambisa Forest where he was stationed. He had signed his retirement papers and was driving to the UN in Ghana. UN says he never got there. I am sick and scared.

[@theobgyn6787]

Should have wet cured. Simply don't tent the plastic. Even better if you have some burlap instead of plastic then you can come by and spray it down a few times. Curious why are you finishing the bottom? I understand if you're trying to have a design into table locking epoxy inlay or something of nature. However if all you're looking for is a nice smooth clean finish. it would be much easier to just burnished the top of the table as it's getting close to be ready to be covered you'll get a better smooth product without all that grinding and additives that you were doing on the bottom that way.

[@helenwalker2986]

Melt it in a copper pan... or grate it.. grate and melt. Good job.

[@miluscamarianela4072]

increible trabajo 😍cuales son los materiales

[@pablobrixton9958]

great instructional video. These days of toktok supereasypeasy tutorials it's sooo necessary to show very frequently things, don't work out as the plan!!! I think bubbles weren't a big deal, they would have got filled up with dirt anyway afer using it, and then polished. On the other hand, to get that glass-looking effect, casting liquid epoxy on top might have worked out too.these days these days very frequently

[@felipenavarro5225]

Excelente trabajo , saludos desde Argentina .

[@back2paranormal]

So cool man, I'm gonna try making one with rounded corners, thanks for sharing.

[@jollyrancher400]

I think a runnier cement slurry would seal all the pores easily

[@MrLucascoelho23]

Ficou muito legal. Get's really beatiful. greatings from brazil!

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you! 🇧🇷

[@maurofrassine]

Did you use only concrete to make the table or did you mix it with sand? Doesn't the concrete alone crack in some points after it completely dried?

[@mackshinoda9969]

my opinion you should add more water on the cement mixing.. too hard work for clear the holes.. btw nice job bro

[@mariadelpilarjaramillo7334]

WOW perfect job

[@gekinbelin1294]

Nice job sir. How well does the surface handle wood glue spills/drips?

[@DIYSupply]

Hey sir. I have now made an epoxy finish since the beeswax didnt last more than a couple of months before it needed to be done again. Kinda annyoing in the long run.

[@theurbanredneck2493]

Someone probably already commented but when I do mine, Im going to use epoxy to seal it up

[@nickycritic5269]

7:10. That’s because you added too much hardener. (About 1/3 would have done the job). The amount added directly effects your workable time.

[@mattjessika]

Great video....I do the same sh!t...I try all kinda different things to get the job finished.....good job the table looks good hows it look now I see the video is 2 years old

[@FknNefFy]

That’s pretty cool! I never knew you could get concrete to look so shiny! I think if you put it down on a really smooth surface to start and then paint a really thin layer of concrete before pouring it it will save you all the sanding or at least most of it!

[@muhdharith2790]

Does it scratch proof? If using only wax polish. I'm considering epoxy resin

[@ahmetharmanli]

Hi, can i apply the table thinner than yours? It looks very heavy. I need lighter.

[@aminsaleem8992]

Great work. Could you share the mix you used? If it was a premixed bag what was it..don't think you get that in the UK.

[@jgarciactba]

Trabalhoso o acabamento hein. Eu usaria uma resina antes do concreto. Very painful, but with spectacular result.

[@luispaz2381]

Tienes un video o podría hacer uno,muchos saludos desde Lima.

[@DIYSupply]

Olá Obrigado pela sua contribuição - fiz o meu melhor com o google translate. A resina epóxi também foi uma opção que eu considerei. Talvez em outro projeto.

[@DIYSupply]

Gracias Luis!

[@coisadebaianoreyzinho4494]

Isso é concerto ou cimento puro sem brita?

[@limawhisky]

How did you lifted up? I did one once and weighted roughly 350kilograms!!!

[@kilowaverider131]

Man ur effort deserves respect. But u want to check on different concrete and in my experience when using a good surfice as form as u did, using a slightly more fluid mix (self levelling) will solve a lot of problems. Tumb up

[@chozn614thekiller8]

So just plain ole wax hum? That’s ok for kitchen counters?

[@staygreat3611]

getting that to have a glass texture must have taken very long. epoxy on cement? how would that look? would it have given you a marble shine faster?

[@DIYSupply]

Hey! it wasn't that long time it took. Here's how epoxy looks: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnvTp6GOidmgsMU And yes it would, and I would rather use that again instead of beeswax.

[@MHaw-so8xy]

I love your video! Thanks for sharing, it was vert useful for what i do. Greetings from Buenos Aires

[@luigitabacco7193]

Hi, what liquid did you use to smooth the concrete?

[@simplyme166]

Nice work!

[@yudypalacio3567]

That results is awesome. You have a new subscriber 😊

[@pamrobbins5620]

What is the biggest size of counter top you would do with a reverse pour? Our counter is 25” X 97”. Is that too big? Should we pour in place? Thanks.

[@shinypeople6337]

When it comes to concrete it a back breaking work. But it is a good hobby.

[@migueljuarezflores3629]

Buenas tardes soy leire del país México hecho piedras como la que hizo pero tienden a pandear se hice una de unos 2.02*1.02 x..04 m de grueso y se empiezan a hacerce chuecas. Que puedo hacer para que no pase lo que les digo..... gracias saludos😃

[@kirverbitski9164]

You are right! Sometimes its better to try instead of watching tons of useless videos :D Btw awesome result!

[@rubennavarrete3087]

Pero queda con cera o grasa o algo parecido. Cuando apoyes algo caliente quedara la marca. A no ser que no sea para apoyar como en una cocina. Disculpas si me equivoco

[@nretamal]

It was amazing. From Chile

[@HosekakaGattan]

Can u give me link to buy the polishing wax please?

[@Munky332]

Should have added some plasticizer. Would have went in more liquid and helped eliminate the bubbles and holes. If you want it shiny forever, use the epoxy gloss sealant they have at Home Depot... Curious as to the dimensions and weight of this table? I'm about to make a work bench similar, but I need it 8ft long. Thinking of maybe going a tad bit narrower to cut down on weight. Not sure if I should just make it in 1 full 8ft sheet or make it in 2x 4ft sections.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you for your input Munky! I will consider the plasticizer for another project! Dimensions are 200x85cm and 4,5cm thick - weighs 150kg. - That's 6 feet 7 inches x 2 feet and 9.4 inches and 1,77 inches thick - weighs 330 pounds. Sorry if this is not the way to write it correctly - i'm a metric guy :) You can make it a bit thinner, that will save you some weight.

[@Munky332]

@@DIYSupply thanks yea I was thinking about half that thickness. Thanks for the reply!

[@letsdanceonhere]

Ha! Forget about those holes! The table is awesome!

[@dieguisote6042]

Para ablandar la cera hubiera usado un solvente volátil

[@ericohman]

Doing a similar thing and just left it to cure. Now I read that when mixing manually I should mix at least 15 minutes which got me anxious :) Think I mix just 3-4 mins with a shovel like you. Do you have experience what happens if I mix too little?

[@ericohman]

Ser kemisk metall, är du svensk? :)

[@DIYSupply]

Dansk :) Didn't mix it as long as it said either - it will do. I'm just thinking the manufacturer needs to be sure, so they write a bit more than actually needed. But that's just my opinion.

[@hasomh-9222]

What you are used to be polished? Shiny ✨

[@anthonyguiet5473]

I can see the ground of the moon :D Love your DIY

[@lghgethoscrypto1538]

Great job, do you know the total weight ?

[@DIYSupply]

150kg roughly :)

[@DaniloCandotti]

Very nice table! magnific job and a great fully explication and very detailed images! Thanks for share.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you Danilo!

[@erikandersen3658]

Very well done!! Curious what type of wax you used to seal it, and how it worked? Keep up the good work, thanks.

[@hugosalazarav]

i also want to know, did you find out?

[@hugosalazarav]

great job, what type of wax are you using? I like to apply the same technic to have a variation of tones

[@DIYSupply]

Hey! I used beeswax for this table, it gives a nice effect, but the shine goes away and it turns matte after a couple of months.

[@edson0800]

ola! Saudações brasileiras. Para não ficar bolhas você pode usar um tensoativo, se caso não tiver passe uma leve camada de detergente de cozinha.

[@DIYSupply]

Olá! Eu fiz o meu melhor com o google tradutor. Eu tentei usar algum plastificante no meu novo vídeo, onde estou fazendo algumas lâmpadas. Mas obrigado pela sua contribuição!

[@edson0800]

@@DIYSupply OK Thanks for the feedback. What I am saying is you use a thin layer of dish soap, liquid detergent or other product that has surfactant. Apply to the blade that does not bubble

[@zizaraujo2]

Ola, edson, você quer dizer aplicar uma camada de detergente na forma, antes de encher com o concreto?

[@stevowyeth]

looks awesome!

[@diyasentury3006]

How much is the making cost?

[@mattmoore1311]

If you want to fill the pores with concrete product, do the old school "sacking" method. Mist the top with water, and sprinkle dry cement powder on the surface, then rub the hell out of it with a burlap sack. The sack forces the slightly damp cement into the voids. Since there's little water in the cement, it doesn't shrink much, and sets very hard.

[@DIYSupply]

Hey Matt! Oh that's not a bad idea! Thank you for your input!

[@zmeiling]

That can result in hairline fractures though. They don’t affect the structure but may or may not have the aesthetic result you want.

[@TheAndreaLGaines]

Instead of making the mix thinner you could mix to correct consistency and then use a flow control product that acts as a thinning agent without taking away any strength.

[@davidmckean955]

He could also have melted the wax in the pot before he applied it like a normal person. I'm not really sure why this video has so many likes, it's a hot mess.

[@TheAndreaLGaines]

David McKean I’m stating for future projects since one of his lessons learned was to make mix thinner. And I think because some folks like to enjoy the process, the ups and downs. The finished product is pretty nice. Videos don’t always have to be flawless.

[@DIYSupply]

Thank you for the input!

[@DIYSupply]

@@davidmckean955 The wax would harden before I got it out of the pot, and then i had to heat it again. I did another project where I mixed linseed oil and beeswax in a water bath, and then applied that - but that didn't work out very well. Couldn't make the structure that i wanted, and the surface got "soft"

[@humblehombre9904]

Muriaic acid will etch the surface of concrete. Do that, then try a very thin, yet sturdy surface preparation. Thinset may work well, applied with a hand sized block of styrofoam insulation. The harder pink one is best.

[@DIYSupply]

Humblehombre Thank you for the input!

[@ozakarisozacra6499]

Really good, you showed us the ugly side....when something goes differently from expected..and your way around it, how did the voids looked in the end? Thank you for sharing :)

[@DIYSupply]

Hello Ozakaris! Thank you! The turned our pretty good actually - I don't notice them anymore.

[@LikodsaPayag]

Great-work....thankz a lot sir for teaching us : )

[@hudhud1514]

Can i mix dough over there?

[@AliAli-ym9cb]

Thanks great job 👍

[@DavidOmar333]

Excelente