Hey buddy. Decided to actually buy the the molds and have a try myself. Just made the samples tonight so will know more tomorrow. Even made myself a vibrating table to help with the process. Will keep you informed of the outcome. Paul from the UK.

Out of all the videos I've watched on how to make coasters, yours is the best! Thank you for explaining in detail everything you did to make your coasters. I made a few this week for the first time, several came out shiny and smooth, I now know why, those had the thinner batter. I'm using mortar mix and it does great. Thank you again for making this video!

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks. That's awesome, I'm glad I could help and I'm glad you tried it. Thanks so much for watching! I'd love to see them, I can even feature them if you emailed me some pics!

Love to see your excitement! I will make these! Thanks for the info! :) Blessings!

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Good luck, have fun

Thank you! Great video!

Great Job and your enthusiasm is contagious. Great tutorial!!

@JessedoesDIY

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it!

These are the smoothest concrete coasters, that I've seen so far. You did a great job, compared to others. Very nice. I'm going to try it, your way! Thanks a lot :)

@JessedoesDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

@kccastle2051

5 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY And your Canadian? Showing love, from Toronto 🍁💕 Happy Canada Day!

@JessedoesDIY

5 жыл бұрын

@@kccastle2051 Happy Canada Day!

Very nice!! Ty for sharing

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Anytime!

Very nice

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Bruh, nice coasters mang

Awesome I love that you show us your trial that didn’t work to learn with you thank you so much for sharing that 💐but what is the white layer on top of the concrete in the silicone mold ?

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. You know im not completely sure myself. It only seems to happen when I use this cement mix

@dinaelsherbiny1727

4 жыл бұрын

CanaDIYan appreciated I’ll give it a try 💐

Hey Jesse, thanks for sharing the process to make these lovely coasters! I've tried it too, but I also did a drop test to test the durability of the coasters. I dropped it from a height of less than 50cm, and it broke into half. Was wondering if your coasters are 'drop-proof' as well, or if you have any tips to make it stronger. Thanks Jesse!

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Eugene, thanks for watching! I actually haven't tested the drop durability of these so I'm not sure. There is a super fine mesh you can buy as a concrete reinforcement you just trim with scissors to size, but that won't make it crack proof, it will just hold it together after its cracked. Unfortunately the reason they may be brittle is because of how thin they are, as well as the mix is just sand, cement and water basically. What really gives thicker concrete its strength is the stone aggregate in it, and because these don't have that, or anything else is what makes the crackable

Really lovely coasters! What did you seal them with please?

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I just used a Rustoleum spray can clear, but you can also buy a concrete sealer like Changs and use that if you want.

Hi. Good job. What did you use to seal your coaster? And how are your coasters holding up after one year?

@confidence_onyema

4 жыл бұрын

Also does the spray act as a moisture barrier? As in waterproof? Thank you.

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's just a basic laquer spray can clear coat in whatever sheen you want. They are holding up just fine. The more coats of clear you put on will layer up to a full layer on top and become water proof. I only put on a couple coats and it soaks in conditioning the cement. Water can still soak in, but nothing stains them and they dry after

@confidence_onyema

4 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY thank you very much for responding promptly. Have a great day.

what was that clear spray you used? was it a varnish spray?

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Just regular old rustoleum spray can lacquer

Hey man, so my coasters are turning out alright, however the top layer ends up crumbly and “dusty” how can I avoid this and get a clean finish like yours?

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

If they are crumbly and dusty the mix might not have enough water, or it might not be mixed thoroughly before pouring them in the mould. After they are made they need to be sealed otherwise they will dust. Hope that helps

What concrete did you use? I'm trying to make some of these for my bridal shower favors!

@JessedoesDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! It's nothing more than a simple non shrink grout you can buy at any big box store

So I got hydrated lime and have cement as well. What ratios do I use to make coasters?

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

That I'm not sure. Usually I'd use some sand and cement in a 2-1 ratio-ish, adding water as necessary. See what works for you, then mix it to be like a oatmeal consistency.

@othnielbanda340

3 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY thank you

From where did you get this mould ?

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

I have it linked in the description. I bought it from Amazon

Appears you didn’t put a top coat so I was wondering when you put a hot cup of coffee for 15 minutes will the coaster stick to the cup!

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

I sure did, I applied a couple coats of rattle can lacquer clear coat. That was my top coat. Nothing sticks to them

@margiedurham650

2 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY I’m so impressed with your video- best I have watched in a while. What is the brand name if your top coat- is rattle brand as you stated. I have known people that have stopped making coasters because they can’t find that top coat that doesn’t stick. Maybe you should do a video and show it does not stick. I will for sure like and share. That would fit your reply also. And can you tell me where I can purchase that top coat please. Thank you.

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

It's Rustoleum painters touch, you can find it most anywhere. I just used Matte finish, couple coats. You could also use Tuff Duck concrete sealer from Amazon. I have a link to it in my other concrete videos

How to get shine to cement coaster. I tried to make the mixture thin but after 24 hr it lost its shine.

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Did you apply a finish?

@onlinesellinghelp

2 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY do you mean varnish or sealer? Yes i did but light colors coaster or pastel color coaster still look so dull

@JessedoesDIY

2 жыл бұрын

You can use a concrete sealer like Tuff Duck countertop sealer that will give a satin finish and it wipes on. You can also use a spray can clear coat like I did from varathane, just use a gloss clear. If you already used a spray clear you can use a glossier version right over what you have

I tried making some but they kept breaking. What am I doing wrong? Can you help me out?.

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

Really? How runny was your mix? Too much water will weaken it. How long did you let them dry? How thick did you make them? What did you use for mix?

@bytheskinofmyteeth5786

3 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY Both Brands were Quikrete one was a mortar mix and the other one was a sand topping mix. I have been careful of not putting too much water. And letting them sit for 24 hours.

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

Strange. Mortar should be plenty for it. How thick did you make them? Let them sit for 48 hours. 24 is just enough to dry, but 48 is better for a cure to the core of them

@bytheskinofmyteeth5786

3 жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY they are under an inch thick. I bought the molds on Amazon. I will try again and let them sit for longer. Thank you for the advice. Much appreciated. :)

@JessedoesDIY

3 жыл бұрын

I'd make them 3/8-1/2" thick at most, and give them 48 hrs to cure. Let me know how it goes

How thick did you pour them ?

@JessedoesDIY

Жыл бұрын

About 1/4"

@Robert-zx2df

Жыл бұрын

@@JessedoesDIY nice. Had an idea and thought 1/2" was the minimum I could go. But if those are 1/4" and still strong ....