There are pros and cons to both methods.
How to build concrete countertops in place.
The edge forms are super easy to install.
Small screws are used to hold the forms in place.
Prep work for diy pour in place concrete countertops.
You can pour them in place or pour separately and then set in place.
If you missed part 1 of this process which included building the edge forms for the concrete you can check that out here diy pour in place concrete.
Concrete countertop solutions provided me with the materials to make my own concrete countertops using their products free of charge but all opinions are my own.
I needed six and a half bags for the whole project including backsplashes.
4 cut the sides for your melamine choosing your desired thickness.
For example if making a countertop that is 25x60 big cut a piece of melamine that is 26 1 2 x 61 1 2.
This series continues on my new diy concrete countertops channel.
There are two choices when it comes creating homemade concrete countertops.
You will need to duct tape the corners as well just to keep the concrete from seeping or opening the corners.
The advantage of building in place is you eliminate moving a heavy countertop once poured.
If so then you are in the right place just sit back and lets being.
In their videos they used durock but i prefer hardibacker.
To start the prep work i brought in a 1 2 inch piece of concrete backerboard purchased at home depot and placed it on the cabinets.
Creating one in place requires building a form directly on top of the cabinets or structure the countertop will be covering.
My diy pour in place concrete countertops are almost finished.
You cut them to the length of your counters mitering the corners at 45 degree angles.
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