i did do this with my home, good trick is too use plywood on a floor for your base then screw an orbital sander too it... to act as the vibrater... i did mine with it dyed a redish color and used broken blue glass on the surfice (bottom of the mold) tho i did a counter top by it self and then did a bowl type sink on top of it.made that out of concrete too. looked great and was fun to make.
@bmore4life123
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to show your process and products. I prefer videos without narration.
@bigtorque
12 жыл бұрын
Wow that turned out sweet ! Thats alot of work
@ExpressionsLTD
12 жыл бұрын
Rolling any sealer is harder to get a nice finished end product. Rolling tends to leave roller lines, and has a greater chance to leave misc. particles in the sealer. HVLP spraying is the best way to go. If you must roll, use a short nap mohair roller, and practice makes perfect! Avoiding re-rolling the same area is key, so practice so you are good at getting it done with one pass, and then one back-roll pass to smooth the roller line. Using a heat gun can sometimes help pop bubbles too.
@TheFiown
7 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous !! bravo well done, best I've ever seen ,,,
@Подразумеваниназив-х9д
10 жыл бұрын
Odlicno i fantasticno. Hvala
@Naomii08
5 жыл бұрын
Hola .Muy instructivo sus videos .Podrian mostear como hacen la bacha cuadrada plana ...
@Rikkcas
6 жыл бұрын
4 suggestions: not criticizing, btw . It looks nice. :-) 1. If you make a more complete form work on the bottom, it will save you from chasing the slump and repacking it, as you fill and vibrate the mold. No open areas. This will also save you time afterwards by eliminating extra grind down of the unevenness. Put the bottom wing pieces on after you have the mold partially filled. You can simply fill the main slab, add your rebar or whatever you use, then put on the sink box and bottom wings to finish the filling. Once you do this once, you will see the difference. 2. If you use rebar that size, the slab thickness should be at least 1.75-2". Carbon fiber rods are better and will never rust. 3. Taping along the caulk line before you caulk will eliminate that tiny spooge line along the edge and give you a better top edge. That line left by the caulk overage after you smooth it out (2:13-2:21) requires a polish out and won't leave a completely true edge. Caulk is best when it is applied as you would on any other surface to leave a clean neat look--taped first. That top has a sculpted edge and hides it a bit. But on a smooth clean edge, you will see that line or a shadow later. 4. If you are using a colored cement, make sure the slurry matches exactly. The sacking process will naturally darken the color by the heat generated from the rubbing. Even on plain cement with no color. If a client chose a specific color, a bad slurry match will change the color and create complaints if they are picky. Test the slurry and let it dry first on a similar small piece. How do I know this? I made precast tops and many architectural & cast stone precast elements for 25 years. Everyone learns by their mistakes and by having others give them tips. I'm also a union trained terrazzo mechanic and was in the trades over 40 years total. I've done huge custom jobs where the color and finish had to be flawless. I'm retired now. Just trying to help. Everyone has different ways of making these tops. Might as well make them as good as you can. You may think you are saving time, but the little extra time to do these suggestions will save you potential hassles when it's time to get paid. With anything concrete, the small details in the mold work are what makes the finished product be as excellent as possible. You can bet they will be picky with any kitchen or bathroom. Good luck!
@tlit3284
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Do you have email if I have any questions for you? Thanks again 👋
@tinytattoomike7943
Жыл бұрын
Now thats what I call a comment 👏👍
@niconel6392
2 жыл бұрын
Might be the best video on concrete countertops and bazins I`ve seen on KZitem. Thanks
@helloharris4
9 жыл бұрын
What material did you use around the rounded corners of the sink cutout so the concrete would not stick to it? Nice color once cured and dried.
@MikeRobishaw
5 жыл бұрын
When topping off box surrounding sink, is the thickness of the bottom of the sink the same as the sides? Also is this just good old fashion concrete you use?
@cutflower36
12 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!!
@tom4137
11 ай бұрын
Your camera needs to be steady so the final playback is not shaky after speed-up
@brock12892
10 жыл бұрын
that is so cool
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
We use the cheapest, basic bag of concrete (usually under $3 a bag) from the hardware store just because it's easy. Mixing sand, gravel and cement isn't hard, but a pre-mixed bag is easier. We then add cement, fibers, plasticizer, and sometimes Polyplex and VCAS. Please look at our website (link is above in the description) and look on the left side for our section called CONCRETE MIX RECIPES. A $3 bag, and adding the additives is a cheap way to ensure you don't go broke, even if you mess up
@KimariEnzo
5 жыл бұрын
This came out great! Love it! Where can I get an outside form (black ones) like the one you’re using? Is there a brand or link to the site?
@ExpressionsLTD
5 жыл бұрын
All of our product are on our site www.Expressions-LTD.com. For these forms, the newer design are Blue PVC (still available in 1.5" size only: www.expressions-ltd.com/collections/countertop-products/products/concrete-counter-top-pvc-plastic-precast-forms). We also have some L shaped PVC forms that do both 1.5" and 2" here: www.expressions-ltd.com/collections/countertop-products/products/concrete-counter-top-plastic-precast-l-shaped-forms
@SamanthaluvsJustin
8 жыл бұрын
Very very good video
@Ido971
11 жыл бұрын
what is Acid stained , the coloring agent you are using?
@jrudder
4 жыл бұрын
I can't find where to purchase the outer forms
@lacreatiaezell7087
2 жыл бұрын
What kind of concrete did u use?
@quizicalNine
10 жыл бұрын
Guess who's your new #1 customer? lol. Awesome vid, loved the fact that you name all the tools necessary and that you have everything for sale!
@MrChedderCheesey
12 жыл бұрын
No idea how I got here from a COD video but hey beautiful work.
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
It doesn't seem to allow us to put a URL on KZitem. Our website is expressions-ltd com
@16meckls
12 жыл бұрын
I noticed you are using amperseal to seal the tops. I use amperseal, but I spray with an HVLP. Can you give me any tips on rolling? Thanks
@dinaperkins2736
9 жыл бұрын
How much does something like this weigh? the counter and sink in one piece?
@anitagarvey465
8 жыл бұрын
+dina perkins 25 lbs/sq ft
@learner-long-life
Жыл бұрын
How do you make edge forms? Are these just 1x4's or other thin pieces of wood? They look like some kind of laminated plastic.
@userwalker
7 жыл бұрын
Daumen hoch, einfach Spitze °!°
@Mickey44054405
2 жыл бұрын
do you wait for the acid stain to dry completely before adding subsequent coats? can you mix colors? thank you
@kylemalcolm9395
7 жыл бұрын
I made a similar countertop, but now I'm having trouble figuring out how to install it. The cabinets are surrounded on three sides by walls and the countertop weighs about 470 lbs. Any ideas on how to get the sink/countertop combo up and safely lowered into the cabinets?
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
Dry packing concrete is a very easy way to create voids to fill with a different colored slurry, and works well with a basic concrete mix. Some of the expensive 'designer' concrete mix bags may not have large aggregate in them (pea gravel) but just have sand, cement, and a few other additives (such as a dry form of plasticizer/water reducer, VCAS (or fly ash), etc. You may want to experiment with making your own mixes with just sand, cement, fibers and the additives.
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
No toes being stepped on at all- that's great that you have a concrete recipe worth sharing. We always welcome anyone's information, especially if it helps improve a process, product, or just gives an alternative solution. Our information is usually aimed at the 'one solution for all' goal, so we expect many people will tweak and adjust how they find works best for them and their application.
@chrismlopezify
12 жыл бұрын
The outer edge of the form was used creating some black reusable molds. What are those and where can I get some?
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
We make and sell all the materials for concrete countertops. Our website is expressions-ltd com
@learner-long-life
Жыл бұрын
gorgeous work, thank you for this! other projects spend a lot of time floating the top surface smooth while pouring countertop in place. it looks way easier to do as you have, pouring countertop upside down on a form.
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
We do sell the Sink Molds. Please go to our website- the URL is listed above in the video description for Expressions-LTD com. Thanks-
@damon79
10 ай бұрын
Always always always. Put steel bar in. Not like this. 😂
@shudgins48
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Where did you buy the foam? I haven’t been able to fine any that thick. All I’ve found is only 1” thick.
@ExpressionsLTD
3 жыл бұрын
Usually Home Depot or Lowes will stock it most places... or I'd imagine you could special order it through them. Or call around to a few building supply places near you- it's used a lot in concrete work/foundations, etc.
@ExpressionsLTD
12 жыл бұрын
They are our PVC Countertop Forms. We are currently out of the Black style, and have a new batch coming being produced right now- an improved design, and in both 1.5" and 2" sizes. They should be available again on our website around June 2012.
@PaypalBank
5 жыл бұрын
a lot of people don't discuss the mix of concrete so i hope this helps i go with quikcrete ready mix, raw Portland to add more strength and glass fibers with obviously water. hope this helps!
@RicheDennis
12 жыл бұрын
I saw in a video else where they used wire mesh as reinforcement instead of re-bar. In another video I saw both wire mesh and re-bar combined where wire mesh was used in the interior and re-bar along the edges and borders. What's ur opinion/advice regarding the use of wire mesh as opposed to re-bar or with re-bar or none at all?
@Adamcfresh
7 ай бұрын
if Blair Witch Project made concrete countertops...
@eyeswideshut2800
7 жыл бұрын
I was good until you said clean the forms, I'd probably write that in on some jobs and toss them.
@E_starJ48
8 жыл бұрын
this is amazing! I do wonder if it's cheaper than buying a worktop hand having that fitted in. the concrete I am sure would be cheap but finding a someone skilled to do this and also the cost of their labour..... which is more cost effective? also I imagine the concrete would last alot longer?!
@charleshuggins4006
10 жыл бұрын
this is the best and most informed video I have seen on concrete countertops.
@christhomas5999
6 жыл бұрын
Nice job guys, at stone concepts of Anamosa, and Bettendorf, iowa. We do very simular products out of Indiana gray limestone and Silverdale. We also do dry and wet sanding up to a 600 grit polish. Your video was very intuitive
@terrypower1940
4 жыл бұрын
What did you use to make the outer forms -- attached to the melamine board? Thanks for the video
@stansimpson207
7 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me where to buy the black edge forms you used? I cannot seem to find anything like them.
@lorenandrews9798
7 жыл бұрын
What style of mold did you use in the video. I notice you guys only sell the granite live edge in 3", is that a different style in the video?
@calvinfbrown
9 жыл бұрын
couldn't you use colored concrete initial pour so you don't have a color problem later? sort of a mixed color that would be clear through the concrete.
@JtProCaddie
11 жыл бұрын
do you sell the sink molds? if not where can I get one I want to do this for my bathroom and kitchen sinks... although my kitch sink I may not use the mold... Thanks!
@a2zhandi
12 жыл бұрын
nice complete video. I been wanting to make a concrete counter for years. I'm about to give it a whirl here soon. Thanks
@jinusrafezadeh2494
11 жыл бұрын
Who were the 17 people who didn't like this ? what is wrong with u ? someone is trying to share his talent with u and teach u to be self sufficient and u are being ungrateful, very strange . Thank u for the video , I CAN USE THOUSANDS OF DOLLORS USING YOUR METHOD.
@Dendro2001
11 жыл бұрын
I don't want to step on Expression's toes (they are awesome and so are their recipes!) but wanted to share the recipe I have used and been successful with. I did my kitchen with this. Ingredients: Basic Concrete Mix, Quickwall (cheap white cement with fibers already in the mix), Silica sand, VCAS (if needed), Plasticizer. 1 bag (50 lb) of basic concrete; 2 quarts of Quickwall; 2 quarts of sand; 1 quart VCAS (If needed); Plasticizer (as recommended).
@mhungerford1105
12 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY!!!!...OUCH...one slip...and thats worst part of your hand to cut too!!!!!GOOD TIP right there
@robertoguitierrez9999
7 жыл бұрын
nice, just observation wear cut prof gloves for you safety
@ExpressionsLTD
11 жыл бұрын
You can use pretty much any material for your forms... but expect different texture finishes. What you don't want is any water to absorb out of the concrete, into the form. It will weaken the concrete, and can result in the surface of your concrete piece to basically just crumble off. A 4x8 sheet of melamine is around $30-$40 from any lumber/Home Depot store, which is usually less than a good quality plywood would be anyway.
@MichaelMantion
12 жыл бұрын
You should put a link to your website in the video description.
@16meckls
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I am just trying to develop a process for resealing in a client's home. It sucks to use the sprayer.
@14283622
10 жыл бұрын
Hi, enjoyed your video, good stuff. Where did you get the forms for the sink ?
@коляниколаев-я2б
4 жыл бұрын
Абсолютно не информативное видео (((
@dataspa
12 жыл бұрын
Great video. Very informative. (The cutting towards the your hand bit at 1:08 was a little sketchy but the rest was well done.) Overall it looked really good once it was mounted and the hardware was installed. Thanks for posting it!
@2soccerfreak2
11 жыл бұрын
whats the minumum thickness the concrete should be? also sent you a a p.m. thanks
@puretruth6379
6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful, looks just like natural stone/marble. 👍
@Enthcreations
8 жыл бұрын
dope
@garretdyck6646
7 жыл бұрын
Quick question... the black edge pieces that you use for the sides of your molds, is it possible to buy those on your website? If so could you please send me the link or just what they are called so i can search and buy them from your site thanks
@garretdyck6646
7 жыл бұрын
thanks
@stumpy5353
11 жыл бұрын
in the concrete mix what size stone is used and what is the ration of cement to aggregate cheers nice work bud
@undrachevr
9 жыл бұрын
could the high density foam also be used to make a sink mold
@zplumb1115
4 жыл бұрын
It was great until he ruined it with paint.
@lauracouto3967
5 жыл бұрын
Obrigado pelo vídeo. Se possível , por favor, qual composição da argamassa? Que material foi usado para dar aspeto de pedra? E que material é placa azul ? Obrigado 👏
@shirleyporter9025
10 жыл бұрын
interesting but the camera is running all over the place, difficult to see what you are doing.
@PatrickWard4
11 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. That countertop came out amazing!!
@chrischurch4551
10 жыл бұрын
How not to use a utility knife. Counter tops look nice, though.
@svendugojevic6410
6 жыл бұрын
Would it be possible to place a piece of granite in the mold to create a granite to concrete transition?
@claudiodanielgonzalez69
5 жыл бұрын
Very good work but I lack more reinforcement irons
@InCloseFighter
9 жыл бұрын
Holy fuck, this is beyond awesome. Sweeeeeeet!
@rdvanberkgungor7855
8 жыл бұрын
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@ZMCrowell
11 жыл бұрын
It is helpful videos like this that keep me coming back to you guys for ordering product as well as learning new things. Way to stay above the others in my book. Keep up the good work!
@MrHuskerOne
12 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome!!! I have been looking at doing a cement vanity top for a bathroom I remodeling in my home, and this is the best work I have seen done!!! Keeps these videos coming!!!
@sandrasnook4171
Ай бұрын
😍 Wow! Beautiful is all I can say!
@raskal8578
10 жыл бұрын
Have you tried using lightform concrete for your castings?
@howexistential
10 жыл бұрын
Oh, that's so beautiful. My husband and I were thinking of doing granite or quartz, but someone linked us this video and some others, and now I'm thinking concrete would be great. So many things you can do with it!
@bazilmonk
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Expressions! I watched several of your vids before tackling my own project and they proved to be quite informative and helpful.
@marthab762
11 жыл бұрын
i want to create a concrete countertop without the sink, though. thanks for sharing!!!
@MrKeenanGill
11 жыл бұрын
Awesome job. Did you use regular concrete from Lowe's or Home Depot, or did you get a special brand?
@tlit3284
2 жыл бұрын
Your the best!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@RetrotechCNC
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent how to video! Good website as well.
@eyeswideshut2800
7 жыл бұрын
awesome video and great results!
@musicmaker4737
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Very helpful
@MrSpaceRatt
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing concrete work. However, there is one tool I think you need to make these videos much better: a tripod.
@CreativeCrazyGirls
6 жыл бұрын
Hello good video
@NateFosterSR
12 жыл бұрын
after seeing how much work this is i rather hire a guy
@ViKee010
7 жыл бұрын
Simply stunning. Both the work involved and the finished product. Thank you for sharing this.
@DZenitram23
6 жыл бұрын
is this heavier than ur regular marble countertops?
@danneto2412
11 жыл бұрын
What is the proportion of sand, cement and water ? Any specific mix ? Congrats great video
@1LSUredneck
6 жыл бұрын
Nice intergraded system, but what about the overflow prevention?
@israeltorres6965
5 жыл бұрын
Where can I get all the stuff for it?
@agrafes6
12 жыл бұрын
You need a new blade in that Stanley knife mate.
@jjsiegal1
9 жыл бұрын
Nice....! A little bit of work involved....but sweet. Especially the Acid effect.
@IlleKaal
3 жыл бұрын
How to transport it safe?
@ABeardedPanda
8 жыл бұрын
Those look amazing! I can't wait to have this installed in my kitchen. Anyone know the song name?
@johncheyne3835
7 жыл бұрын
Nice job guys! love how this is packed full of technique ! thank you
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