Did you know you can build your very own modern concrete side table in just a few simple steps??
In this tutorial, I dive into the process of making my first-ever concrete furniture piece, sharing the lessons learned and tips for a smooth, successful project. From what not to do when mixing concrete to achieving the perfect finish, follow along as I navigate the challenges and triumphs of DIY furniture making.
Estimated cost: ~$50 | Difficulty: Medium
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro / The Plan
02:37 Cutting the Pipe
04:52 How to spray paint a pipe
05:47 How to mix concrete
09:27 Adding in the metal stand to the concrete
11:56 Staining the wood round table top
16:02 Removing the concrete 🤪19:45 I’d do this differently next time
20:15 Applying a clear coat
20:55 Assembling the table23:06 Ta-da! Custom concrete side table!
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Materials & tools you could use to do this yourself!
Concrete Mini Bag: rstyle.me/+_nwsNBNfs6O0ffn9p3...
2 Gallon Bucket: rstyle.me/+Unl5fNEE0XAutlsjcu...
Mixing trowel: rstyle.me/+cdCfM1mbFIhpNd5AV7... found a pipe that comes pre-cut to 18in!)
Metal Pipe: rstyle.me/+1EnvcLKrm8cCLrlBLe...
Pipe Fitting: rstyle.me/+IijCa_gUlnKLeAS6pG...
Pipe Fitting Screws: rstyle.me/+Ni_jeX7VCLdR8mhd07...
Satin spray paint: rstyle.me/+ddCHgWAvkuAqZ2i26M...
Wood round table top: rstyle.me/+MTAKIhUcsmLKyt58XH...
Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner: rstyle.me/+W_Rxn4cLqznhebQpao...
Walnut Gel Stain: rstyle.me/+CXGkyg4w1JeUGaAxC6...
Clear Coat Polyurethane: rstyle.me/+Fu9-_89n9W7fN1jluF... measure: links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/t...
Safety glasses: links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/h... links.dawsondiy.com/amzn/work...
Rubber Mallet: links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/r...
Level: links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/h...
Rubber gloves: links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/r...
Foam brushes (for stain): links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/f... paint brush (I ended up using this for the clear coat!): links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/p...
220 grit sandpaper (light sand between clear coats): links.dawsondiy.com/walmart/2...
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