When To Start Finishing Concrete After The Pour

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This video will show you when to start finishing concrete after you pour it.
If you're pouring a concrete sidewalk, patio, walkway, pool deck, or driveway, this video will teach you when to start edging, mag floating, and broom finishing the concrete.
Finishing concrete at the right time will be the difference between a really nice looking job and a not so nice looking job.
Knowing when to start is a matter of understanding how concrete reacts to a number of different factors.
Some of those factors are air temperature, how wet or dry you pour the concrete, sub-base material, if the concrete is in the sun or shade, just to name a few.
In the video I show you how to check the concrete and what to look for before you start your concrete finishing process. Starting too early or too late can have a big impact on how hard you have to work and how good or bad the final outcome is.
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[@robertmccully2792]

For those that don't get it, you edge when still wet because the rocks will push out of the way easily, two late and they resist movement.

[@antoniocolvin7766]

I was about to say the same thing

[@concretemanfresno]

Oh I got it 👊🏽

[@anthonychase4945]

Too late..

[@garysavala665]

It trips me out why people would rather bend down . In the west we use walk behind tools so much faster .

[@ropkickdayurphysmay6312]

Where can I find the tools you’re talking about?

[@trulyhappy8855]

I work with concrete every single day. Why am I watching other men work mud in my spare time?? What is wrong with me?? Lol

[@SeanCarter-if3mo]

Cuz they can't teach for shit

[@justinjustin6367]

Because you’re a TOP G

[@billythygoat]

Because knowledge is power, and you'll learn something from time to time when you watch others, too!

[@Alecks_Martyn]

Bro same lol

[@OziBlokeTimG]

you love it 😂🤣🤣

[@Be-Transformed-not-Conformed]

I’m a DIY (Do IT Yourself) beginner doing a small area patio. Thank you for your videos. I really appreciate the step by step teaching. I especially like the way you don’t talk too fast & you demonstrate your work. Thank you!

[@apaulotroughtzmantz2914]

This is the best step by step I’ve seen on the basics of concrete finishing!! Very concise and to the point. Thanks so much!

[@theopappas1890]

I really want to start a concrete business in Kansas City because I can’t stop watching these videos. I love your work and that your family helps.

[@sczarnecki3384]

I have so much respect for people that know what they're doing. Its very kind and gracious to share all this valuable information and experience. Thanks!

[@harrybond007]

I enjoy watching videos from a craftsman who takes pride in his work and clearly knows what he is doing

[@kbanghart]

Question, for a small area would a bull float still be used? Or still use it, just with a handle instead of a pole?

[@krisknowlton5935]

Yea, if had any more pride in his work he would have pulled the wire mesh up into the middle of the concrete like he was supposed to. He does a nice job finishing the concrete but if it was on one of my jobs and I saw this video he would not ever get his pay check and never work for me again.

[@harrybond007]

@@krisknowlton5935 It appears to be in the middle!

[@paulely1644]

I have 45 years of experience and he's doing all wrong

[@paulely1644]

@@krisknowlton5935 yep I thought the same ...What do they say...them that can ..do ..them that can't teach ...I can't believe so many people think he's good.. obviously diy,s who dont know the right way

[@gmcjetpilot]

Never heard of concrete cream..... but the man loves his concrete... nice work... Pride in workmanship clearly... Bravo.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thanks 👍

[@captaincanuck4576]

Are you in North America? I've heard it called cream from Texas to Saskatchewan.

[@gmcjetpilot]

@@captaincanuck4576 You are so smart. Thanks for sharing your comment Captain Concrete. That really clears things up. I know advanced mathematics, physics, chemistry, heat transfer, design & mechanics of materials. You heard of concrete cream. Well done. Yeah. Clap, Weee. Ha ha.

[@stevemill8959]

From Philly we call it cream

[@MrFuel2burn]

These tips were great. I was blown away with the smoothness of your technique.

[@fm114fd]

Thank you, Mike. I've got a driveway to do soon, and your videos have given me the information and confidence to tackle that job! There are a lot of "how to" videos, yiu are one of the very few that actually give useful, detailed information. I truly appreciate your videos and expertise.

[@antoniocolvin7766]

I love his vids. I haven't done concrete since my last supervisor realized I could shoe, mud, trim and paint. So watching his videos keeps my mind ready

[@Tom-dz6yo]

Agree with other commenters. Thanks much for sharing your wealth of knowledge and expertise. Great camera detail and explaining. Best video on concrete finishing on KZbin.

[@jamesfinch4745]

love your videos.....your level of skill, professionalism, and your teaching style are commendable! Thanks for keeping your fellow colleagues and us weekend warriors schooled up !

[@sharr911]

Thanks so much for the straightforward yet detailed explanation. I'm laying my first concrete pad soon and have been watching a lot of videos. Yours is one of the best!

[@philtucker1224]

Mike, this is my first time watching you and I’ve got to say how beautifully you explained the processes and was well filmed too! ( I particularly liked the look of the border that the edging tool left so I would be tempted to put that back in as part of my finish if I was going for a smooth path). Beautiful work buddy, greetings from Royal Berkshire UK 🇬🇧

[@bobviavattine1715]

Yeah, very nice. The hacks that did the concrete around my inground pool here in Rochester NY were a disgrace. High spots, low spots, puddles, kids scrape their knees getting out. He broomed with a big hard bristled push broom way too soon and it is so rough you can't even kneel down on it to pull out the skimmer basket. Butchers. Oh, no edge either, it's just an ugly rough finish all the way around on the outside.....

[@frankie7508]

Thank you for this highly informative video. Your skill sets are honed to a extremely fine point and you make it look very easy, the sign of a true professional with years of experience. Another item that really added value was your explanations as you use the tools and explain in detail what it is you are doing . Thanks again and take care.

[@shuvadey4294]

So therapeutic watching you finish! Brilliant videos.

[@mikeray353]

Great that you take time to video and share this knowledge for free! More than just True Craftsmen! Thank you!!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

You're welcome Mike

[@KpxUrz5745]

The superb skills and workmanship demonstrated here are just incredible, especially when compared to the poor workmanship most of us have to usually accept because better workers cannot be found locally. It is a real pleasure to see here how things are SUPPOSED to be done! Thank you for posting. I have hired out for a number of residential concrete jobs, and each time experienced a litany of nightmarish failures and incompetencies. I could write a book on it all.

[@dingorun1]

Yet another excellent video from Mike “Concrete Man” Day!

[@ronaldkeene3182]

Thanks for sharing. Concrete work is hard, but is very satisfying. You see your work of art come to life in quick time.

[@BenjaminGoose]

It's such a pleasure to watch you work.

[@teter129]

There is soemthing so satisifying about watching pro’s do this kind of work. Much respect.

[@returntozion9287]

love it Mike...answered alot of my questions.....

[@yairval9]

thanks, I started finishing my own jobs, done well all thanks to your vids

[@brianjohnson8616]

Boy that was great. I’ve been trying to perfect my finish for a while and this is very helpful.

[@stephendee7839]

Awesome clarity and pro tips about how to do the work right, how to not do the work wrong and how to fix the small marred bits. So good!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@polohernandez6324]

Appreciate it for sharing your great experience with us, you're doing a great job my friend.

[@maxtout3248]

Thanks there were just a few things I felt like I was missing and you nailed it for me thank you great video 💪🏼💯🤙

[@ethanjames82]

This was incredibly helpful thanks for posting Mike. Edges and finish came out great because of this and the timing advice.

[@shanedfoalima]

Thanks for the details man!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Anytime Shane. Do you pour concrete?

[@student_of_life9656]

You sir have the magic touch! Thanks for sharing these tips.

[@johnritchie9888]

I've done some concreting myself and watching your videos explains how to do everything in such easy to fallow directions that I feel are perfect for beginners to start doing a job so much so that I've even used your videos for guys that was helping me before as you explain it in such detail that was better than I could explain it to them. Thank you

[@DansCycles]

Very relaxing to watch you work

[@andrewmitchell402]

you are bringing back fond memories for me, 16yrs with a firm from Rugby UK.... FTF which stands for Fine Tolerance Flooring, one claim to fame was having laid the biggest super flat floor in Europe, a job we did for toys r us, now the building is owned by amazon, i think

[@jamesfleenor4161]

Great video showing the basics that everyone should know.

[@OdeeOz]

Best tutorial I have seen yet on KZbin. Thanks you very much for sharing these tips and tricks with us all. 💯👍👏

[@MikeDayConcrete]

I appreciate that!

[@mexicant407]

Thk u taking time to demonstrate this

[@jmdpo17]

Watched this video last month and your tips improved my cut and finish...especially on when to do it.. Best so far. Thnx

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Great to hear!

[@355PH]

Real masters. Concrete Ninja’s. Respect from a builder in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿😁👍🤛🙏 🥋

[@jimherchak7505]

Thank you for: A: no background music, B: no endless time lapses teaching nothing, and C: your short and clear explanations. Very helpful.

[@rjcote45]

Excellent communicator! Excellent technique! Excellent instructor! Plus excellent video. Good long shots and close-ups! Good communicators make hard things simple!

[@aarongrabowski5620]

Nice job as usual Mike and crew.I love using my brass edger!! Mostly use a 4” steel

[@donaldfox6323]

On a broom finish?

[@MrReidster]

MIke's an artist, nicely done!

[@JustAnotherGuy2087]

Mike Day you have the best concrete videos. At first I shied away from your videos because the first one I watched you and your guys were floating the floor of a large commercial building (It was your video on pouring concrete in cold weather) and I figured they were a little too advanced for me. I'm glad I checked out some more though because your videos have been immensely helpful to me in several projects. I wish that I lived in Maine so I could ask you to hire me, because you seem like you would be a great guy to work for. Many thanks.

[@vanderpoolfarmsl.l.c.9983]

Thank you for this EXCELLENT instruction!!

[@dandesouto6076]

Thanks for the video, I’m going to be doing my next week and your video was a very good explanation of how to start

[@angelgama1981]

A lot of respect for concrete good job guys

[@hassansahouani3684]

Very methodic and truly clear instructions. Thank you very much brother!

[@vitaliyabramchuk6771]

Really good explanation. Nice job.

[@roostertailspice2482]

A true master of his craft.

[@stevebrown1461]

Mike, thank you for sharing the techniques

[@manny3767]

thank you for inspiring me this the stuff I need to keep doing what I do your awesome..

[@FiscalWoofer]

Love your videos Mike! I’ve been pouring for decades, but only say a few times a year, so these are great to brush up ( or rake up ) on the skills! Had a pour yesterday winter in London, had it poured and levelled at 14:00, still to wet at 22:00 let’s say it was over late one, but last good day before Christmas. Client came out at 23:55 to check all was ok😂!

[@albertocolon6133]

True Master right here. Great video great work!

[@bryan9274]

Great Job !! Thanks for the video

[@coffeemaninsanity8596]

Nice work and great demonstration

[@eaglerider94]

Great tutorial. A DIYer and about to fill in a section I've cut out in which to repair a leaking sprinkler pipe below. I was looking for a video on how to float and when it was proper time to do so. Also helped in how to cut the edge.

[@robertrushing627]

Great videos guys , very calm and informative. Stay humble my friends, thanks for the information.

[@triplea7668]

Thanks for sharing and teaching

[@scotthiles5653]

I enjoy watching and your explanations are easy to follow. I have shared with my classes as well. Thank you!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thank you!

[@kylefogle6022]

Thanks for sharing!

[@faamanulefuahytongue2036]

thanks for the video

[@T.E.P.]

You are a scientist when i comes to concrete .. great understanding and explanations. Poured a 800sq ft floor in a basement of a pre ww1 building that had a very thin pour of concrete already ... and it came out great .. thanks to your instructions. good thing i was told by you about the amount of bleed water to expect

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Awesome, glad I could help.

[@johnjtplastering6991]

Good job man👌

[@concreter6832]

I don’t no about a scientist, how about a experienced concreters.

[@pixelrangerstudio86]

the best explanation. thank you!

[@5.h.4.r.k.]

God bless you Mike! 💯

[@poupeth1]

Very informative. Thanks Mike.🙂🙏

[@au5025]

Thanks for the vids!

[@antoniolopez7218]

Appreciate. Good job and tk for sharing value inf

[@eddiecard]

Awesome vid and thank you for getting those closeups to see what you’re talking about. Ima newbie and like projects but laying cement is my challenge.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thank You! Let me know if I can help with anything.

[@eddiecard]

Mike Day Everything About Concrete thank you Sir, much appreciated !

[@daaichommie708]

Your first major challenge though is knowing the difference between cement and concrete. Drives bosses nuts in the industry, I'v fallen victim to the same mistake.

[@JohnSmith-ok9sn]

Excellent video. Thank you

[@nickj3368]

Very nice job, looks great.

[@arvidhoffmann4977]

Nice! Good work mate!

[@ratucuanilawa8549]

really enjoyed watching your video great info...

[@kennydaddy100]

Very good video! Short & to the point. Very informative.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Nice to hear, thank you!

[@ahooten1313]

This was a fantastic video

[@trafficmaster13]

Great video, it was very informative.

[@h.b2029]

Excellent. Very helpful. Thanks. God bless.

[@b_rad_7270]

Excellent video! Enjoyed it while I waited for my pour to be ready.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thanks, what was you pouring today?

[@b_rad_7270]

Easy 20x20 garage pad today. Nice Friday for me. Your videos are awesome, the knowledge being shared is priceless. Thank you for doing them.

[@bretyoung1869]

Great job !! Thanks !

[@ewenmacdonald3262]

Thanks Mike! Really loved the close up view!

[@alanmcgarvey6505]

Great job mate.

[@alexrea6338]

Great video, thanks!

[@furtherwest9290]

A good quality concrete mix like you have in the video makes a huge difference when finishing. A poor mix takes a lot more work.

[@tonymazz9912]

That's why your the Boss, beautiful work! Stay safe Sir.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thank you, I will

[@steveyork6340]

Yep

[@thomasbaron9928]

Timing and temp i found out makes big difference ..my first attempt at concrete stairs...was cool overcast..then sun poped out and rose 20 degrees while i was at depot getting another 30 bags ..60 total...and came out poor......jackhammer...2nd attempt ...it was much better ...got small vid on here...great tips ..i been watching on here ...great vids...

[@johnmcgraw2996]

True craftsmanship.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thanks John, I appreciate it.

[@eduardoherrera4894]

thanks i do concrete but sir are a master.

[@mm-tl5gc]

Great explanation.

[@ronciccone7624]

Mike - great job! Appreciate the videos as a homeowner. Keep up the great work and information!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thanks, will do!

[@steveyork6340]

I got more.

[@jaysweet8126]

Im new and i van cee you do a good job thanks for the video

[@ramchillarege1658]

Excellent demo. Thanks

[@MikeDayConcrete]

My pleasure!

[@krzysiekklejszmit6967]

Great video, thank you for that! Greetings from Poland!

[@WaynesAdventure]

Looks great 👍

[@user-vm3fm1cp8s]

Ty I feel a little bit more confident about concrete work, I got a huge project and a first time beginners luck! 😅

[@speezguy]

Great crew. Real pros

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Thank you!

[@lennartambros3767]

Love is share and share life serving skills... you do Gods work guys.

[@charlesevans1840]

also depends on strength ,that wire mesh is usless should have been raised up off ground to get concrete under it.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Yea, you're right.

[@matthewward1608]

You had someone pulling it up. No reason to rod in the mud when you can have two people on the outside.

[@kbanghart]

@@matthewward1608 Maybe they like to play in the mud lol

[@bobk3884]

Mesh is useless anyway even if it's up in the crete

[@biglousfoodreviews8459]

It was lifted as the concrete was poured, but then stepped on when they started screeding! POINTLESS

[@Dhi-fe5eu]

Great video for a beginner like me

[@aaronwarren1675]

Sweet job! 👍🏾