How to PARGE and SCULPT with Rapid Set Mortar Mix (Part A)

[@salpanettieri3115]

Thank you so much for showing the bags that you use. Most KZbinrs don’t tell you what kind of concrete cement they are using. It’s refreshing to see the face of the bag. Thank you very much!!!

[@633959]

I have been watching his videos for 30 years.

[@christophermirkovich7290]

😂

[@davidtamienis1060]

😂

[@kellyconrad4475]

Not 15. Not 23. 😂

[@brianbailey462]

I too have been... for about 30 years

[@anthonysherrill6646]

FINALLY SOMEONE EXPLAINED WHY THE BLADE SHOUD BE ANGLED. U THE MAN

[@vincentanguoni8938]

I've been doin' it for 47 years!! Now I'm making concrete sculpture... Much more fun.. Great video... I've also forgotten more than you know!!! Which is why I'm here!!!!! Gracias!!!!

[@diannamangrum68]

Fyi dude, you are an artist. A artist thinks outside the box, experiments with what you're not suppose to be able to do, uses his ingenuity and develops what he needs or visualizes. Dude you're an artist. Tfs❣

[@raymonblodgett4537]

Nice video. When I was in my younger 20's a older stucco guy taught me his brick trick. First apply the stucco layer in the natural grey color. Then we would add some dyed (red, orange, black, purple) mix thin layer over the top to it to look like brick (different shades for different types of brick) Then you can add some rake lines with a rake tool if desired too, to look like raked brick. Now take a level to get straight lines and use a tool we would make from a handle and wire rolled into a loop at one end to carve out the mortar joints, this makes cleaner lines than a round over joint tool. You need to cut in deep enough to get thru the dyed layer and into the grey layer so your joints look like real mortar. When almost dry use a whisk broom or paint brush to fine tune the rough edges if wanted. Most people would never even know it was stucco and not real brick when finished. Oh.. and I been doing it over 40 years 😊hehehe.

[@danielhysa6993]

Where did you get the dye mix? And what suggestion do you have for it, I’ve seen a dust type of paint!

[@sherip1270]

We need you to make a video!

[@Wmocahbee]

Im 52 years old, having 50 years experience in this. Michael, Loved the video! Actually taught me a few things. Good job!

[@thomassullivan6016]

Hell yeah 🤔....... already working at 2 years old . Master loves that

[@robinhecker2180]

​​@@thomassullivan6016he's talking bout him 2 years old in the sand playground bilidung and forming stuff with sand an water, as older he got he started to bulid adult things with sand water plus cement. So yes he's doing it since 50 years and looks like he's still loving it. Got it now?

[@ncnuggets]

What's the difference between the mortar mix and quit setting cement?

[@Belfast-lk8lx]

I’ve been looking at videos for 30 years……….awesome job sir! Love your work, designs and explanations

[@Syibot]

I'm lmao I literally have been doing it 30 years. True cement workers keep learning till they die . If it works , It WORKS !!

[@justinkeller9187]

Accidentally saw this years ago and it finally popped up in my feed today. Thanks so much for posting it.

[@mikemcfiggus8996]

I do a lot of similar masonry work and I found that if you take the eraser off of a regular pencil, then you can use the "eraser end" of a pencil to make the lines between the rocks when carving rock-type patterns into cement. It effectively gets the cement out while simultaneously smoothing out the cement. I also use a piece of 60 grit sandpaper to "stamp" the cement when doing a brick pattern. The sandpaper impression makes the brick carvings look more natural, if that's the look you're going for. Just wanted to share with everyone!!

[@cwitham69]

Mike Bonfiglio - Thanks for the tips on stamping with different tool ideas - Pencil/60 grit & others size grits too. As a thought, you could spray the backs with a waterproof sealant that you can then wash with minimal deterioration?

[@cwitham69]

Mike Bonfiglio - Thanks for the tips on stamping with different tool ideas - Pencil/60 grit & others size grits too. As a thought, you could spray the backs with a waterproof sealant that you can then wash with minimal deterioration?

[@Apex8r]

@@cwitham69 So waterproofing first would be best for a foundation or something used to trap/divert the water.

[@imhuemankeepURcolorsforcrayons]

Great idea!!!

[@codykiroff5078]

How about colorant? Any way to come back and make it look even more like stone?

[@hatzlmike1]

I usually use SET. I can’t believe this stayed for that long. Bravo. Love when when men with talent and IQ who can read the directions on the bag, are brave lay waste to the lost souls of 30 years that never did this once. Carpe Diem Mike.

[@beardedbricky7834]

Dude as a 17 year mason this was one of the coolest videos I have ever watched. Got my brain churning for sure. Great job man and I will look for more of your stuff. Not 30 years just 17 lol😂😂😂😂

[@damstr8345]

For 57 years... I learn to listen and learn from others.. lol. You never know , someone may have a easier way or interesting idea. Loved this indeed.

[@tomw1697]

I love to watch a guy that really knows what he is doing at work!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much!

[@americanartist6485]

Always "30 years" experience like stuff always happens at "4 in the morning." Clear demo. Well articulated. Easy to follow.

[@robertray6021]

I M P R E S S.I V E HOW TO!!! I've been doing a little research on building a fake stone creek in my front yard. Amazed at all the things I've seen created. But you make it look so relaxing and cool. I am a woodworker and I'm looking forward to making some ROCKS soon! Thanks for the inspiration! Great video.

[@cackleberryfarm4598]

Me too, and... ME TOO!!!

[@gabec6522]

I have been doing masonry since I was 14 I am 40 now. I wont lie I learned a lot from this video..... nice job.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Wow! Thank you so much Gabe!

[@gabec6522]

@@MichaelBuilds I am new to that rapid set but I would like to start using it... what is the max time of work ability on a 70degree day for a full bag?

[@jamescameron7274]

Actually, you absolutely can dry stack a block wall and parge it with surface bonding cement (see quikwall). There are only a couple of KZbin-ers out there that get me excited and giddy when a new video comes out; Michael Builds is one of them. This guy has found his natural calling. Please keep these videos coming.

[@robinbray]

I couldn't agree more. Michael has both great content and great presence. Really love his videos! Every time he posts one, it feels like Christmas morning!

[@artanddesign8561]

Brother, nice job, I have watched this video three separate times over the last year and now I’m ready to pull the trigger… Thanks to you. Can’t thank you enough for doing what you do.

[@PaganWizard]

I seriously have no idea as to why I have never seen any of your videos before. This is brilliant, I can't wait to try it on my house.

[@susanOkie60]

Beautiful. This is what I was looking for. I'm going with a cement board and this technique to do a wall behind a wood stove that will only be 10" from the wall.

[@dirkwinchester1576]

I've laid plenty of stone and concrete but always wanted to see how this was done . The brick with part plaster look is really cool in industrial looking apartments and flats but until you see it all together and complete it's hard to imagine. Michael thank you so much , I can't put a price tag on information like this . So many guys aren't willing to share knowledge and skills.You are truly a Craftsmen and our younger kids need to learn these skills or anything working with your hands , as a head hunter friend of mine told me these are the jobs that will pay the huge salaries very soon. I know 2 HVAC guys who both make over 150 thousand a year. LEARN A SKILL OR A TRADE YOUNG PEOPLE, IT PAYS WELL AND YOU FEEL GREAT ABOUT YOURSELF AT THE WND OF THE DAY BECAUSE NOT EVERYONE CAN DO THIS , BUT ALMOST ANYONE CAN PUNCH KEYS ON A COMPUTER AND THIA STUFF USUALLY PAYS BETTER.

[@MichaelBuilds]

I couldn’t have said that better! Thank you so much for all your kind words Dirk! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it! 👍🏻😊

[@cackleberryfarm4598]

The fact that I can only click this like one time makes me said. Because it should be the MOST liked comment on here. (well, I haven't read all of them yet though...)

[@JlzRedDeath23]

I loved the video and the fact that I could put it on 2x playback speed and watch it in under 10 Minutes!

[@kabib0831]

I love how Michael keeps the audience engaged. The background music, how he explains things that may not be important to the project he is working on BUT relevant on the line of work. Also, I like he always give surprises "one step further" Please continue making these great videos! Thanks.

[@alvaradoramos2838]

Jajajaj no soñor their is tool's for that

[@MarcoGarcia-xz3di]

I've been in construction 30 years and a day always wanting to learn something more I enjoyed your video thank you

[@jm359]

Hello MB! I need to thank you for your dead on info. I really learned alot in the Parge and Sculpt vid. I built a cinder block pizza oven (4' x 6' footprint, 7' tall) and now I know how to finish it!! Since I built the oven, I have been reviewing lots of YT vids on how to stucco- put out there by guys in the business with 30 yrs experience (HA!) and none have given the concise info I needed until yours. It is rare to find a teacher that is able to show how it actually feels to mix, layer and parge the product. Thanks so much. Here's hoping your back is better and you're able to complete part B soon!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much JM!

[@draythorne777]

This guy is good! I’ve built several concrete counter tops using his technique and while i was able to do it i was no where near as efficient as Michael! He knows what he is doing! Thanks Michael!

[@Sarahranjit]

I definitely did not regret subscribing to your channel! The fact that you are a one man show, host and camera man..... is just amazing!! Thank you for your content, makes me want to build stuff 🌸🌺🌸

[@MichaelBuilds]

AWWWWWWW SARAH!!! You just made my day!

[@jenniferwatrous1896]

I've never worked with masonry, but I just love watching you do it. I dunno why, you're just delightful.

[@mdupreyjr]

Are you kidding me. This is the single greatest thing I've ever seen. When I build my Outdoor BBQ and counter space i'm going to use this method.

[@marymcbride9134]

Me too that's what I thought of right ,and it would be perfect for the end of driveways.Original

[@irvinhawkeswood7856]

I was a plaster for many years most of the work I did was in pebble Beach , Carmel !! I did a lot of custom work very high-end , I have work in architectural digest , sunset magazine and Forbes !! You got the idea of it !!!!

[@christianbeck7842]

Good info! Been a mason for 19 years started right out of high school. I've done this very thing several times on clients foundations. After it sets for few days you can paint the different areas to really give good contrast.

[@patriciaportillo3100]

Would this also help seal and prevent some moisture getting into a basement??

[@christianbeck7842]

@@patriciaportillo3100 it would help seal out moisture. They makes a type of paint that will completely block ground water from seeping in.

[@miken.4693]

19 years? Dude, you cannot comment until you have been at it for 30!!!!

[@syrupgirl22]

Can this be done on painted, sanded wall?

[@hocuspocus4871]

Always enjoy your videos. You are able to dumb it down enough that even an idiot like me thinks he can do something almost presentable. I am about to try my hand at some small concrete countertops soon. And I have you to thank/blame for that. Keep the videos coming, and I will keep watching them.

[@michelevelasquez3552]

I can't find the love button. So here it is ❤️

[@MichaelBuilds]

LOL 😂 thank you so much Michele! Right back at ya! 💙

[@joeomalley1252]

I’m not a mason but have lots of tools and a big house. When I retire, I will remember all this and even buy material now while I can. Thanks for the how to video, my mixing tub rusted out over the years, but you reminded me that I can still do this shit! Thanks!

[@MichaelBuilds]

This comment made my day!

[@joeomalley1252]

@@MichaelBuilds You are a good egg sir! I work with the public everyday as a punching bag for the people who are very dependent on government services and try to help them, but you teach how to fish, I can only throw them a fish! God bless you

[@aKingInGodsKindom]

That’s AWESOME!!! You could even do this on a kids playhouse to make it look like it’s straight out of a storybook! You sir, just got me to subscribe!!!

[@MyloDC]

I beg to differ. You ARE an artist! Good job sir!

[@smileytow1925]

Believe what Micheal tells you! I’ve been watching him for 30 years! 🤣

[@MichaelBuilds]

LOL 😂

[@meuass]

🤣🤣🤣

[@stevenelson1456]

Nice!

[@HelloWorld-yy6fi]

Great sense of humor!

[@kimshaw7913]

🤣🤣🤣

[@phorgive]

You are by far the coolest and the awesome-est guy to watch on you tube. Would love to have some IPA’s with you. You saved my mortar work I’m doing on my kitchen. BTFW - you are an artist!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Mr. Lorax.... can I just say that comment made my mother f-Ing day!!! Thank you so much man! Comments like this make the late night edits worth it! 👍🏻😊👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@H3xx99]

I just started at the Home Depot. I'm looking forward to being able to try some of this stuff. You're teaching me techniques that I want to use when building my home.

[@sherrie9241]

you explained this easy and relaxed...no stress art, anyone i think can do this now....

[@klahowya_capo]

Dude! You are killin it! Rapid set is going to park a tractor trailer full of product for you to play with! They HAVE to be loving this! WE ARE!! I want to make a wall! I have need for one nor a place to put it but I WANT TO DO THIS!

[@Suhhdude101]

Mark Gardner , come out to my place I need to patch my retaining walls 😂

[@gabriellapettit7655]

Oh, man! I would have so used that 1/2 wall in my landscaping! I was thinking about the floral to position and plant and then you grab the sledge hammer...came across you by accident - will watch from here on out! 👍🏼

[@myuniversedna9801]

My God... you are an angel... this rock design is what I am looking for...trying to build a cement oven and I have no experience but I am gonna make this as I am halfway there already 😀

[@laurenpiantino8312]

Michael, that's basically the same as when using clay for crafting, and such. Different tools, but the end result is just as authentic and beautifully satisfying. I keep putting off concrete projects for the yard, but maybe it won't be so difficult and different to work with. Thanks for sharing. :)

[@MichaelBuilds]

Haha I know you can do it!

[@ricklord7144]

Building a restaurant set for an indie film! I used your concept, only using 2 inch Pink Insulation and 1 inch insulation. Wow! Awesome look! Thanks for the tutorial!!!

[@dcartier100]

Best video for this I have seen. I am building a home theater themed Pirates of Caribbean . Back wall will be using this effect. Great video.

[@chippydog2]

@@dcartier100 send video when completed please!

[@brianandlynphilippines]

I have built a cinder block mailbox, with rebar and filled the centers with cement, like 2 years ago. I have heard the gossip girls comment negatively as the sashay past on their futile exercise walks, as I left it completely unfinished aesthetically. It serves me in my rural area, to prevent turdburds from smashing my postbox, they would definitely not have fun hitting it. Your video inspires me to finally make it look respectable, thank you!

[@larrywalp3668]

I dry-stack block walls all the time. I use construction adhesive and add fiberglass to my mortar mix and give it a stucco style finish with a wet sponge. Works great...retaining wall I built ten years ago still going strong.

[@MoralConflict]

Low hanging fruit. Glad you're proud of it though.

[@brianbailey462]

​@@MoralConflictLol

[@keithbrooks2261]

Effin awesome. I’m the fella that fell into the 16 yr go. Well done 5 thumbs up.

[@katyoung_Katzillah]

KZbin’s “suggestion” to watch this video, were gold! New subscriber, can’t wait for part B. 👍🏻😺

[@ravjones]

Perfect for what I have been looking for! I am going to use it for my above ground outdoor pond setup!

[@shihan1809]

I agree with William Hess - "I'm not an artist" says Michael, then produces the perfect finish. Much as I'm impressed, my attempt was pants!

[@48sufi]

I have been watching your channel for 30 years man

[@NOJUSTNOALWAYSNO]

I'm incredibly happy to have stumbled across your channel today. Subscribed with vigor. I appreciate the detailed descriptions and real life, common sense approach in how you are explaining the subtleties of the little things. I watch a lot of tutorial videos like this and also put them into practice... I can already tell I am going to have some success in learning from these. Thank you.

[@janiefuller5638]

First of all- THANK YOU for some decent background music! I'm SO tired of elevator music with these videos. And THANK YOU for adding ANOTHER item to my to do list! Seriously, the info was great, but the presentation ROCKED! BTW- liked & subscribed!

[@cepman26athus]

This is PERFECT for a project I’m now about to start!! I have a bunch of cinder blocks in my backyard that I’ve been trying to figure out what to do with

[@JudiChristopher]

EXCELLENT VIDEO... Thank YOU for sharing this...

[@everything_virt5451]

Thanks for pumping out more videos, Michael! Always enjoy the creativity!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Rob!

[@twicebittenthasme5545]

I've been doing this type of work for over 50 years. Yeah, I'm that old. Never used a premix, though. I like it. You did a great video. I'm definitely going to try it out...on cooler days. I like the lack of extra lime required for bonding and copying what the old-timers of my early days called Keene's cement, which gave the mortar an ability to be polished. Very nice. Cool video. Thanks for sharing!

[@ritamccartt-kordon283]

I'm a woman who knows nothing about this sort of thing, BUT it gives me hope that I might be able to do it!

[@shombie2737]

Me, too. Very user-friendly.

[@GunnerAl9]

Great video, great use of three cameras. Awesome use of mild music when needed. Clear understandable voice and limited extra talking that is not off the subject matter - stayed focus on the subject.

[@emmaleegarate7033]

Hanging on the edge of the seat for Part B! 😊

[@MichaelBuilds]

Haha thank you so much! Workin on it as we speak!

[@tjkoker]

A true craftsman and master masonry specialist. Well done.

[@TejasToolMan]

That was really cool think I'll add this to part of the chimney out back

[@MichaelBuilds]

That’s what I’m talkin about! 👍🏻😊

[@cecilleflowerfarm]

It’s my break time at work but happy watching your video.

[@Suuegrl]

As far as doing this I wulod love to do this around the cement foundation on my hourse. Great job.

[@bhumane8642]

This is how I came across this. I was trying to figure out how to redo my foundation. Awesome!

[@edkelley6916]

I just happened to find this looking for a way to help me fix a small wall I hacked while building. Thank you for showing me whats possible

[@SouthGeorgia912]

I get a lot of great ideas from you. Love watching your videos!

[@leelemon3373]

Great video. I have a few front porch blocks that are cracked open. after watching your video I will fix them. Thank you.

[@thatgirl3757]

Can't wait to see Part B. You do amazing work

[@MichaelBuilds]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! 😊

[@BobSmith1980.]

Yes you are an artist. And you make it look way easier than it is

[@joshe8946]

I've found myself with some time off right now can I count on you to help me do that to my house lol

[@pedrofranco7186]

First video i watched and liked it, subscribed and binge watched all your videos while stuck indoors here in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico

[@danieltallmadge7978]

I'm thinking you could do this on a cement board... Take your time and controlled environment to do panels in your garage then transport it to the site and just fill in gaps. What you think?

[@dogbite1516]

Probably the most useful, to me, video I have seen in weeks. Well done Michael. I edited this to say: "Well done on the video and audio". you have been practicing. Nicely done.

[@marymcbride9134]

Ok I know what I want that for,a beautiful wall adjacent to a grill.Oh !💘 it,gave me some really good ideas.My brain is exploding with ideas!!

[@Essentialbytes]

I love your stuff. I just found you. I'm looking fir something for a kitchen focal wall. Lol

[@blackhawkinternationalsecu6962]

That actually looks like fun. Gives me an idea for my house.

[@frankietiles]

I’m doing it for 50 years stuff sets fast put works great 👍 nice job

[@5yearplan269]

Can you do this over hardy backer board... say like doing the front of a new build fireplace instead of stone veneer? Thanks for the video and your time.

[@JuanMejia-dm2io]

Yes u can as long as you use stucco wire over the hardy backer

[@MichaelBuilds]

You absolutely can. Ive never done it but I know guys that don’t even bother with the metal lath

[@jeramiescott6676]

You could...I use backer board for my stain and seal samples....other product but it will perform the same!!

[@brikkijim]

@@JuanMejia-dm2io I normally use fiberglass mesh over joints then use a primer over the cement board. No wire needed. I use this method for thinstone installations.

[@brikkijim]

@Armando Hectic yes. It's not the milk but a product you paint on for better adhesion. Weld-Crete or Conproco Primer. Superior bond for smooth surfaces.

[@breegray-eskue3339]

I've been wanting to do this for 30 years! Hope it won't take 30 yrs for the followup! Learned a Lot!

[@MichaelBuilds]

lol editing as we speak! 👍🏻😊

[@ThePreyMantas]

Hey Mike, pretty cool. Watching you I couldn't help but think about some of your other vids creating molds and how they could apply to this, i.e. "Stamping" patterns for use on larger areas. Can you combine the entire process, coming up with a pattern for either walls or flat surfaces, making the mold, then applying the mold to the mortar or whatever type of material you choose to use to create a finished larger area?

[@beauhughey9710]

It's official, You are my HERO!!! You are fun and easy to watch and the projects are awesome.

[@coolwilliam6424]

“I’m not an artist.” .... creates the Mona Lisa.

[@Spad68]

Lol . Not quite but i get your point

[@mxjman]

The Mason Lisa....

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 thank you so much William! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that!

[@dantheman7344]

@@MichaelBuilds Bob Ross would be so proud of you... Great video. Keep up the good work.

[@masondzon4545]

@@mxjman It's my name, lol. Mason meaning man of stone.

great info dude. Like how you get to the point, and not too much yapping like the Kirk G guy, he never stops yapping, and never shows what make material he uses, such a waste of time to watch him. thanks again. i know now, where to go when i need great info on diy.

[@teddybearwhite4957]

That would look great on a block grill in the back yard

[@AO-bm1pi]

Did for 15 years and I think he did a great job

[@Imhalfamazing]

I'm in Texas. I've had that mortar set in while I was pouring it out of the bucket. Don't use in 90 degree weather !

[@jakubmakalowski6428]

Seems basic advice for a lot of materials

[@otallono]

its the same if you're in SC, GA, TN, FL, CA, AZ, NM, LA, MS, NV, UT, Etc. Etc.

[@annaredd2422]

you are now officially favorite KZbin. Thank you.

[@mymorristribe]

"I do what I want"....now I can respect that. Seriously though, this was redonculously informative and fun to watch! Thanks. I'm wondering if this stuff will stick to artificial stucco?

[@DaleDirt]

I think you might be an artist .... Much harder than what you made it sound like ... So , I think you are an artist !

[@_gpop]

Looking good! I’m guessing the 7 thumbs down have all been “doing it for 30 years”

[@davidyeo4302]

You can't put that stuff on that thick! hahaha

[@diannamangrum68]

Lol!

[@brianmccoy9708]

Most likely

[@jonasgrumby4393]

Yeah, guys like me who've been in masonry for 40+ years don't know anything. So funny. You amateurs are endless comedy gold.

[@brianmccoy9708]

I meant mostlikely because a 30 vet of the trade knows how its supose to be done ive got 35 yrs in stucco an stone so im on the side of the 30 yr guys

[@tooolboxx]

A one inch chip brush dipped in water really works well to smooth out those rough spots and lines. I used the technique on a basement rubble wall and it worked well. Looks much better when painting. Nice video, thumbs up!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Thank you so much Mark! I’ll have to try that sometime

[@OperationLife]

I've been waiting for this video since your IG post..... Awesome!!!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Lol 😂 Thank you so much!

[@Faith4Word]

Oh darn I was so excited thinking you were going to say,”…and you don’t even need to put cement between the blocks!” 😂

[@gamelyinn5605]

Can you do that on plywood like stucco the outside walls on a plywood storage building?

[@robinbray]

Good question...following.

[@clue___]

I would like to know to

[@nanoceramics2747]

A big thank you! your explenation makes it easy to understand and takes away the mistery for the beginners like me. I will subscribe for sure.

[@iVids616]

Dude.... You're bad @$$! Thanks for making these videos!

[@regulovanduck4696]

you have the right attitude for youtube man, thanks for the content. im already a fan.