How To Create Cement/Concrete Accent Wall

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Hi!! In today's video I will teach you how to create a cement/concrete accent wall! I could only find one 1-minute explanation of how to do this online, but there may be others. I hope this is helpful if you're trying to create this! It shows a lot more detail than my normal videos to help you as much as I can! If you like it, please give it a quick thumb up!!
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@ctinieblas1228 5 ай бұрын

I made my shower (3 yrs ago) and it looks and feels amazing even today! (Did my HW, to mk it waterproof, etc) And recently, started making bathrooms, showers, etc (using micro cements, plasters...had professional training). But, I respect ppl who are not afraid to try, and mk projects, and are excited about it. That's how I started too.

@shefollows_shells6802 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video! I love how you cut to the chase and show what you did without all the typical drama you see in videos of couples trying to entertain the audience and put on a fake show trying to convince strangers they are so adorable! Brilliant job!!! and thankful you came back and answered questions! Loved your honesty, your fears and worries about it, and the reveal! Agree the black accents are STUNNING! GREAT JOB!!!!

@bonniebaker8527 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning with the black mirror frames and towel racks.

@ABBas94677 2 жыл бұрын

This actually looks better than the other videos I’ve watched. I like more texture and depth and that’s what you’ve done.

@kati_franczeska 2 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite video on KZfaq. Love this so much!😂 Your honesty and reactions throughout the video ☺️💛💛💛 I love.

@MeAsMeButMe 2 жыл бұрын

I looks absolutely stunning! I can't wait to do the same in our hallway!

@MIGHTYM4RS 3 жыл бұрын

ohhh im so doing this in my new house!! im so HYPEDDD thanks for sharing this !

@sunnycali4984 2 жыл бұрын

Alexi, you have inspired me to be bold with home projects. I will be trying this tomorrow. I hope turns out as well as yours!! Thank you for this tutorial 🤙🏻

@eatsalad728 11 ай бұрын

how did it go?!!

@livinwithlynn3118 3 жыл бұрын

Alexi!!!! This came out so so amazing 🤩 Thank you for making this video, I cannot wait to see what I can do in my home from watching this 😍 Love all your projects!!

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

You are the BEST! Thank you so much!!!

@sharonsmith1203 11 ай бұрын

@@SeekingAlexi Looks amazing. Is it holding up?

@AlexHernandez-vs6lv 2 жыл бұрын

I never comment on videos but let me just say I found this video , did exactly what you did and my wall came out amazing ! Thank you so much !

@jennifere.44 Жыл бұрын

¿Please, how did it hold up?😬

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 Жыл бұрын

Did you seal it?

@denisstacks6838 3 жыл бұрын

That in my opinion is an awesome DIY video, show your mistakes people Lear from it explain the process and she recommend tips. I love the way this wall came out. I was pricing lightweight concrete panels and they average 12 per sq’ from different companies, a similar look can be achieved by your process I’m sold 😀 great job

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man, thank you for the thoughts and for taking the time to comment!

@artemisaix 3 жыл бұрын

looks beautiful

@Rebelhomeland Жыл бұрын

I love this! Great job!

@deborahjaniak7531 3 жыл бұрын

So well done! I love the texture!

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@lydacious7338 5 ай бұрын

Wow! Gorgeous! I love it!

@addiegubbels764 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting! I did this today on a huge wall in my bedroom!

@jennifere.44 Жыл бұрын

¿Please, how did it hold up?😬

@addiegubbels764 Жыл бұрын

@@jennifere.44 Amazing!!! It looks awesome. I would show a photo but I don’t think I can post a photo in a reply? I love it so much and it’s not even close to peeling off or anything.

@llrainll 2 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing !!!

@margerykirner5604 Жыл бұрын

I love , love the darker patches you were lucky to get these.

@SeekingAlexi 10 ай бұрын

I think it's where the product over lapped? I love how it turned out!

@osmancruz6924 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this vid there is only a few but this is the one that convinced me

@yuhang13 2 жыл бұрын

Love this .Very luxury

@strictlymediaproductions 3 жыл бұрын

So good! Im doing a whole studio transformation and this is key for the theme. Best tutorial thus far thank you. Subscribed!

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you! And good luck, I know you’ll do great!

@jennifere.44 Жыл бұрын

¿Please, how did it hold up?😬

@strictlymediaproductions Жыл бұрын

@@jennifere.44 it was great I just moved to a new spot and I miss that wall it was my favorite part of our studio 😂 new one going up soon

@ujjvalbarney188 2 жыл бұрын

looks great !

@ToadysDogchannel 3 жыл бұрын

I love it!!!! We are going to do an accent wall today! Thank you for sharing! We have 3 colors that we’re going to add in different areas of the wall to make some characters. But your wall looks amazing!!😎

@katieturner5457 2 жыл бұрын

How well has the product held up on the wall? Does it chip and crack when you try to hang pictures or anything on the wall?

@doreengayer5723 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful! Love it!

@44xxggaaj 3 жыл бұрын

Good job., It looks really nice ! An easy way of hiding bare spots would be to first paint the wall the same color as the cement by mixing a very small amount letting it dry and getting it color matched .

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that’s way smarter than patching w more product! I don’t mind the white spots at all, but this would be a smart solution!

@Sdotporter Жыл бұрын

Its Beautiful!

@ismailm5940 4 ай бұрын

For a lighter color like white or lighter gray, one can use tile mortar or even sanded grout had different colors Sand it down in patches to create dense and smooth finish I did my fireplace and turned out great

@hannahjames3180 2 жыл бұрын

That looks fabulous. The imperfections add to the look and the black fixtures really compliment it. Dark and light patches are to do with disparities in moisture content in the mix. If you wanted to be fussy, you could sand the rough patches but I think you should leave it as it is. Good job girl! I am inspired.

@ronj5714 Жыл бұрын

This is crazy good. Would love to see an entire bathroom done like this. I was thinking the same thing as probably others, could it absorb the wetness into the cement from being in a bathroom, but if it did you could just seal it. Great job. This was inspiring to watch. 😊

@SeekingAlexi 10 ай бұрын

Sealing is definitely a smart thing to do-I just never got around to it! Has someone else sealed theirs?

@lisadewey511 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@timilisafogal6990 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video and the products you used. 2+ years later, I *still* couldn't find a lot of videos on how to do this techique!

@SeekingAlexi Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! thanks for the comment!

@Jmayer1911 3 ай бұрын

Great look

@NonieDeLong 2 жыл бұрын

love love love it!

@Julianna-Just 2 жыл бұрын

This looks amazing with the black hardware in the bathroom, oh and you’re adorable so that doesn’t hurt either

@joseaod15 3 жыл бұрын

Spectacular

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank youuu!

@Harrymx24 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, just done a similar thing!

@JurorNo13 Жыл бұрын

I was on the fence to consider using this product but now im motivated thank you for sharing! :)

@SeekingAlexi 10 ай бұрын

YAY!

@DavySTUN 2 жыл бұрын

I could state all the good things about this, but the follow came from the Wendy's Frosty Analogy, for that I Sub.!!! Bravo!!!

@LindiandRuss 3 жыл бұрын

It’s SO good!!! I definitely want to try this one day! 🙌🏻

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Awww thanks so much!! You should!!

@passionphotographynz Жыл бұрын

great idea!!!

@titus450 2 жыл бұрын

Can you provide an update on how well this has held up to time? I'm also wondering how well it holds up to mounting pictures, etc? Does the wall flake or chip when you drill into it or use thumb-tacks or other mounting methods? Thanks in advance.

@ronaldboneslinger 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, any updates ?

@katieturner5457 2 жыл бұрын

I am wondering the same ?

@catrinaallen2274 Жыл бұрын

Did you seal it?

@SoCalRhetor Жыл бұрын

@AlphA is it durable? How does it hold up to blunt force? If you dropped your power drill on it, would you expect it to break in half?

@jennifere.44 Жыл бұрын

¿Please, how did it hold up?😬

@khadineedwards9602 Жыл бұрын

Your home is amazing❤❤❤

@SeekingAlexi 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@mariliacoelho2942 3 ай бұрын

Loved it. 😂FORGUET the SPLASHES. LOOKS STUNNING... 👌🤔ITS CALLED CREATIVETY AT BEST😍😂💪💪

@LaneyaWiles 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful

@user-mh5lj9tq6v 3 жыл бұрын

ur face when u said "it s look really good" 😂 😂

@sjk8775 Жыл бұрын

LOVE!!!!

@anseldarcy 11 ай бұрын

i love it

@thepoorblackman Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm getting ready to microcement my airbnb studio. This product kept showing up on Home Depot's website. All of the other products appear to be some sort of designer mixture from Europe. It looks like I'll be going with this product. Thank you!

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 Жыл бұрын

How did it turn out?

@kimeklund7262 Жыл бұрын

Lol I have been researching for a week before pulling the trigger on a cement wall (fireplace surround) and this was my exact situation too. I don’t like the glossy look of Venetian plaster, and it seemed like every real cement solution was some European designer mixture. I just grabbed polymer modified cement, cement pigment (quikcrete liquid pigment), mixed everything until the consistency looked right without measuring anything, slapped it on a scrap drywall as a tester and it looks amazing. Got the PMC and pigment from Home Depot for $40. Those designer mixes were several hundo plus crazy shipping

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 Жыл бұрын

@@kimeklund7262did you seal it?

@mikemills3846 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great thanx for the video, how is it holding up now have you noticed any cracking?

@Lonnie.G 3 жыл бұрын

This looks great. How is it holding up after all of these months?

@paulinebrody4991 3 жыл бұрын

This was great! I have used concrete on bathroom countertop & started in the kitchen. However, due to moist& protection I topped it with resin. I would brush it on, using all kinds of techniques (glitter,paint & wood stain). I polyurethane it to get the true color. I may do that with the wall you inspired me to do. I wanted a brown & wood stain soaks I’m well. I did a sink countertop & the seal around the drain hole was not tight and I had a leak which really didn’t dry. Your wall it vertical so you may not have that issue. Look forward to your other videos, thank you 😊

@danielroyston-lopez3147 2 жыл бұрын

You can seal concrete with sealant. You wipe it on and wipe it off. Makes it waterproof

@robinclutter8222 2 жыл бұрын

@@danielroyston-lopez3147 what about using this in the kitchen behind stove. Would a sealant work to prevent any grease spots?

@devdawg22 Жыл бұрын

Sure Crete xs327 sealer has been amazing on my concrete kitchen countertops

@teamflaco1 3 жыл бұрын

Great job! Could always take a little grey paint and fill in the little holes the white from underneath shows thru!

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t mind the small white spots once it was dry but for sure paint would be smarter than going back with more product. More product would make those spots more noticeable after doing more research! Good idea!

@MsMVH 2 жыл бұрын

Alexi I was so inspired by your video I just went for it and did this over my ceramic tiled fireplace and it worked!!! So happy. No big frame to build, etc. I did use Valspar Primer and then applied the cement (2 coats) and lightly sanded in between and it's fabulous! So if you wanted to inspire someone--you did and I am SO happy with it! Thank you! 🤍

@mvcooking7210 2 жыл бұрын

I would love a photo of your fireplace I want to do mine like that!!

@venegasenmerida6307 2 жыл бұрын

Is the primer necessary? Or could it just go over the tile?

@katieturner5457 2 жыл бұрын

How has the product held up over time ?

@pricillaj258 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE THIS! Thank you so much for posting! One question- did you pre-drill the holes to hang things up or were you able to make them with the cement? I’m nervous it will all crack.

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

I predrilled using a masonry drill bit, and then added drywall anchors! No cracking!

@aronjames5109 2 жыл бұрын

Instablaster.

@elseyb9502 2 жыл бұрын

Looooove it!!!!! You did a great job! Beautiful bathroom. You have a new subscriber. Could you please tell us where you got your mirrors? Thanks!

@xxJonnysniper 2 жыл бұрын

I came here to say this!! ❤️

@tanujareddy3513 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Could you please let me know where the mirrors are from?

@cmmeyer1971 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work! What color did this turn out? Did you use colorant? I am actually looking to do the same exact thing and this looks like the exact color I need I don't need a blue-gray concrete color but more of a muted Gray with a hint of smoke! I just LOVE IT!

@defgloui 2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to do this! Thanks for the great tutorial. How has it held up?

@confit Жыл бұрын

Curious to know this!!!

@kalebbillig3472 7 ай бұрын

It’s concrete when you add aggregate (sand, pebbles, gravel, small stones, even large stones) Portland cement is the limestone that’s been heated really hot and once you add water it reacts with any silica in the mixture and makes calcium silicates (that’s what makes it hard)

@Jaypatel512 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for and within my budget. Do not want to splurge on $500 paint mixes. Quick question: would it help if I paint the drywall with cement/concrete (gray) color 2-3 days before I do this ? To completely remove any of those white dots peeking through ? Or just using a handy brush and stroking them with a liquidy cement would do the trick ??

@romanowskiart 2 жыл бұрын

You did great, ....congrats, next time add some paint, pigment....for any colour........love it

@TheAquaticBeef 3 жыл бұрын

Looks lovely, trying this soon and super easy too considering the other methods that are out there! To remove (for future potential buyers) i'm guessing you could just sand down?

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

I bet it would chip off and then yeah, sand? It would be a process tho. But thank you!!!

@samanthagoy8262 2 жыл бұрын

amazing. how is it holding up? does it flake or crumble off?

@VivianMcall 2 жыл бұрын

I found this video because I was trying to see if anyone has done on cabinets… would like to do on cabinets in my guest bath!

@brandiemoser4519 2 жыл бұрын

Did you do anything to make sure it wouldn’t crack when you screwed all the fixtures in (mirror, towel rack, hook, etc)?

@catharsisdaily8293 3 жыл бұрын

Will this crack if you screw something into the wall after? If you are hanging shelves on top of this application, should you pre-drill holes before doing this application?

@bridgettesmith2557 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! We are building a faux fireplace and tv bump out and were planning on building the surface from plywood and then using your method to cover the entire piece. Do you know if the feather finish product you used would adhere to plywood or do you think something like a cement backer board or drywall is necessary?

@wendikl7179 7 ай бұрын

Same idea I have! I hope yours turned out great!

@crystaliumcrystals7941 11 ай бұрын

Love this!!! Anyone know of a UK equivalent product please?

@soupafleye 3 жыл бұрын

how did it handle drilling? i’m afraid it’ll crack if i tried to hang frames mirrors and shelves but it looks soo good 🤩

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

I used a masonry drill bit just in case, and it was totally fine!!

@megand576 3 жыл бұрын

It looks so great! I would love to do this to my own bathroom. I just wonder how humidity from baths and showers might affect it in the long run as my bathroom gets completely covered in moisture. Will it crack?

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much! I’ve heard others have it in their bathroom too and it hasn’t cracked but I’m not sure! You could also seal it?!

@j.c.m5168 3 жыл бұрын

You can get matte sealants for this kind of finish.

@Madddawg-uu1mk 2 жыл бұрын

Hey!! How did drilling into the walls go after the cement dries???

@oukas1995 Жыл бұрын

Great job!!! 1 year later does it durable??

@patzerama8887 6 ай бұрын

Hi, great video and so much so I am going to try it out myself. We have a different brand in the uk but I think I have found a similar product. They will not approve it for this type of application but they did say that it can't be used on top of emulsion paint. Did you have paint on the wall?

@n_marfori 3 жыл бұрын

Sealer is the solution to avoid The discoloration..👌🏼

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

What type of sealer should I use?

@kishakisha17 3 жыл бұрын

what type of sealer would you recommend??

@slsniper098 3 жыл бұрын

Any kind of concrete sealer from a hardware store would provide the same solution.

@ced3576 2 жыл бұрын

did you have cracking/peeling issues when adding nails for hanging objects on the wall?

@Marina-sd3uy Жыл бұрын

It's cool how you slap concrete on the wall without a clue what it's going to be like. But nevertheless you're proud of your "technique". For me that's a lesson in confidence. Haha

@samiraalotaibi2418 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I saw your video it’s great, however I am thinking to do this for the Bathtub and the sink?? What do you suggest!

@lilyavery8230 2 жыл бұрын

How has the product stood up in the moisture? We want to do our fireplace in our living room, no moisture or fires take place, but wondered how resilient is the product?

@martaescobar7625 Жыл бұрын

I did that to my kitchen but I recommend sealing the wall in the bathroom.

@SeekingAlexi Жыл бұрын

i completely agree! Thank you for the idea, Marta!

@RemnantBassAngler-jh4se 2 ай бұрын

@seekingalexi what was the product applied to? What was on the wall yo begin with?

@swilliams6346 7 ай бұрын

This looks amazing. I would love to do this in my master bathroom. How does this hold up with moisture though? I take really really hot showers so it gets super steamy and the walls sweat. Is there a sealant for that?

@1ushanda 2 жыл бұрын

My walls are an orange peel texture. Is there a special preparation required before applying the cement?

@ricardof.9464 2 жыл бұрын

good luck with contractions

@philindeblanc 2 жыл бұрын

When it was wet, it looked brown, and when dry it looked gray....What color is it? So cool!!!

@3d_pablo 2 жыл бұрын

anybody trying this should wear a mask!

@1990chula Жыл бұрын

Where did you get your mirrors and towel rack? And lamps

@emilysossoman8728 2 жыл бұрын

I made a table with concrete. Just go buy a sealer and the water will just repel off of your concrete and won’t soak in. :) I’m not sure if you leave it unsealed if the concrete will mold if you don’t seal. I’d probably seal it just incase.

@chrissybezuidenhout1949 2 жыл бұрын

You rock girl. Being pregnant and jumping around balancing act . I think you a legandary genius.

@creativenatty7159 3 жыл бұрын

Hello how long does it takes to dry? does it smell? It looks great

@honeyofoats5619 3 жыл бұрын

I think about 5 to 8 hours and it doesn’t smell at all, I actually did it like a month ago

@goldencross2947 11 ай бұрын

That came out great!,, Its been a couple years now, not sure you will see this,,, Did you eventually use any sealant? I like the matte look,, I personally don't want to see any sheen to it,,, How is that wall after a couple years? Thank you,, God Bless!

@SeekingAlexi 10 ай бұрын

I did not but yes there are matte sealants! Wall still looks perfect!

@goldencross2947 5 ай бұрын

@@SeekingAlexi Thank you Alexi,,

@SWilliams-01 3 жыл бұрын

Was that just one package worth? I want to do a Tv wall with this and am trying to figure out if this is a good option. Thanks!! It’s looks great ❤️

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Yes this was one package!! I wish I had used 2 so I didn’t stress out at the end, enough

@miaschuck7132 9 ай бұрын

How is this holding up and is it easy to wipe off and clean when it get dirty?

@luckyme621 Жыл бұрын

can you provide more details on how you prepped the walls? did you skim coat the wall beforehand? my walls have a light popcorn texture.

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 Жыл бұрын

No prep whatsoever but I would lightly scuff up the wall to help the concrete grab

@alexandriagriffin4448 Жыл бұрын

Did you have to prime the wall first or just add it straight to the wall?

@geometricbass 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I dig the look. Want to do the same. But wait, can’t concrete be sealed with a matte varnish? Maybe that would treat it against water.

@SeekingAlexi 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I’m sure it can! I just haven’t done so yet!

@j.c.m5168 3 жыл бұрын

There are other products that you can get that are lighter....and here's a fun thing. Use 3 buckets and some concrete dye that's black. Do a light, medium, and dark (not a huge difference, just a slight difference) and trowel it on the wall using a little from each back and forth as you go. You'll get more depth and accent.

@mtos3298 2 жыл бұрын

You did an amazing job!!!! Great idea FMF!! Which products do you recommend? I went to Home Depot and they don’t have much of a selection…

@josiriddler9834 2 жыл бұрын

Or white cement

@devdawg22 Жыл бұрын

Incase anyone else is wondering the same question.. ardex makes this in white as well but you can get a lighter grey with titanium oxide in the mix

@pearlperlitavenegas2023 Жыл бұрын

@@devdawg22 thanks for the tip about the white Ardex it's sold at floor & decor & it's the same company as Henry's

@latincat6511 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, beautiful work! Well done!!!🤩 But.. shouldn't you be wearing a protective mask; because inhaling chemicals could be bad for ur baby??

@MrRecklessryan 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that looks better than the expensive dulux effect paint, you just saved me $200 🤣. How is it holding up?

@monicarodriguez-uv9gm 2 жыл бұрын

So you would need hardy backer, bc eventually your concrete is going to absorb the moisture from the steam/shower and you're going to have mold/mildew