Pour in place concrete countertops are absolutely a diy solution to countertops if you are on a budget or just love the versatile look of concrete.
Diy outdoor concrete countertops poured in place.
Our first outdoor concrete countertop project was at the barn.
Prep work for diy pour in place concrete countertops 1.
Tools i used dur.
My not so square walls plus my not so perfectly straight cutting skills left me with.
If you mix too much water it can lessen the strength of the concrete.
I say after having poured them as long as you can lift a full five gallon bucket up to your head 15 20 times you are good to go or at least have someone handy who can.
Trowel finished poured in place countertops are not as smooth as pre cast without polishing.
Materials painter s tape steel mesh 3 4 inch melamine coated mdf boards high strength concrete mix black caulk 2x4 screed board.
The key in mixing is to add a little water at a time until the mix is about the consistency of soft peanut butter.
This update includes great information on concrete counter tops and concrete forming.
Tape seams with duct tape.
It can vary but we used about 3 quarts of water per bag.
Construction and curing time of concrete countertop can take up to 30 days creating a challenging and lengthy home disruption.
I am in the process of building my outdoor bbq island.