How To Make a Concrete Coffee Table and How to Embed a Metal Design in Concrete

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In this project DIY Pete will teach you how to Make a Concrete Coffee Table and how to embed a metal logo in concrete. You'll learn how to make a concrete mold, how to mix concrete, how to polish concrete counters, and how to seal a concrete counter or table top. Check out my concrete dining table video to learn how to finish a concrete top using an orbital sander: • How to Make a Concrete... .
At 2 inches thick this table is going to be around 260 pounds. Concrete weighs about 17 lbs/ sq foot at 1 1/2 inches and 22.5 lbs / sq foot at 2 inches thick. The weight does hold it in place, but I like to use some 100% silicon to prevent it from shifting.
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@csn6234 2 жыл бұрын

Pete, nice job as always on this vid. You explain the steps clearly so that average DIYers like me understand what you're saying. I have used your vids to tackle several projects, such as the acid-stained patio, and the results were outstanding. Thanks again!

@rememberingtruth 6 жыл бұрын

Most lucid DIY lesson I've watched so far! Keep up the great work!

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@cardinalpoints2839 7 жыл бұрын

Great job DIY PETE, glad you were able to enjoy some sunshine.

@samelk9981 6 жыл бұрын

Good Job Pete! Thanks for sharing.

@bundles1978 5 жыл бұрын

that table is awesome. I have spent a good part of my life working at a concrete plant. ever try just using mortar instead of concrete? it will help a little with the air pockets, and allow you to polish deeper without the worry of hitting the stone aggregate. Rock and sand are typically added to bulk up the cement to cut down on cost, also full strength cement is way more than anyone would need for the average house etc. also if you make the mix yourself, you can soak the aggregate in water, this will cut down on the water needed to hydrate the mix. less water equals more strength. this will also help eliminate shrinkage and cracking. also for the extra mile, you can soak the slab in water after the first couple hours of curing, the longer you keep the cement hydrated, the better it will cure.

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@aspenpatio4658 4 жыл бұрын

All that info is gold man. Thank you for your wisdom!

@chrismusacchio6235 4 жыл бұрын

@@Jessica-to8um I've done a few concrete counters and tung oil works well. Also darkens the concrete with each coat.

@woodbj11 4 жыл бұрын

Yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyycyyyyyyygyygy Gf did it xyoucuyxf

@bundles1978 4 жыл бұрын

@@Jessica-to8um standard thompsons water seal is a good start believe it or not. some lithium silicate harderners for post curing also have a silicone waterproofing additive as well.

@MrJohnnyboyrebel 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers from Texas! Terrific project! I’ll use the technique when making my outdoor kitchen/BBQ. A Texas shaped insert will look awesome.

@phillip557 2 жыл бұрын

I'm near Dallas. Good luck with your project.

@indycurt1 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome work on this. You are very talented!

@vinkalmann 7 жыл бұрын

Right on, another great video. I've made a few concrete tables now, your first how-to was what got me started.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Matthew! That is awesome you've built some concrete tables. Keep it up man!

@caper58 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative and well produced. I have watched a lot of your videos and you have always impressed... thanks for sharing!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing Roy! I really appreciate everything and hope all your projects are going well!

@laserfalcon 6 жыл бұрын

Love the concrete vibrate table,

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@stephenbaretich7166 7 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that you added the step where you clean up your workspace and tools. That's as important as any other step in the build! Cool video as well.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Definitely important steps! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch, say hi, and for the feedback. Cheers!

@westernmac5944 3 жыл бұрын

Concrete finishing. Top notch. Wood joinery.....utilitarian.

@hafeez.khan87 7 жыл бұрын

we can put inserts like half inch nut while the concrete is wet, so that bolt it from below to the wooden table.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@stephensharma4994 5 жыл бұрын

thank for that incite ,, I was wondering how to secure the concrete top to the wooden frame.. tks

@liammurphy2755 6 жыл бұрын

Nice job from here in Ireland very well put together video

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

I hope all is well over in Ireland! That is beautiful country, thanks for watching!

@mjb12141963 2 жыл бұрын

I have found when driving pocket hole screws clamping the pieces gives a better result. Cool coffee table. Love the state symbol idea.

@LearningCorridorBharathMS 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a perfectly sweet work 😬 Enjoyed watching it 🥳

@DIYCreators 7 жыл бұрын

Great job man!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@dciber5245 5 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR TWO BOTH IDEAS.. lo intentare.

@AJRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

did you even grammar?

@jcwoods2311 5 жыл бұрын

@@AJRestoration Why? English is obviously not his native language. He's just complimenting the guy. Lighten up, Francis!

@m.baldwin8555 3 жыл бұрын

Video was VERY well made and very informative ...great job Thanks!

@j.l.5144 7 жыл бұрын

I love these videos from DIY Pete. I'm new to this and I'm confined to only being able to work on my off days. It gets frustrating when you're learning on the fly from vids but these vids help keep my head in it. Woodworking has given me some stress relief from my job as a LEO and gives me something to look forward to after retirement. Please keep the vids coming and the plans are greatly appreciated!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Jarryd, thanks so much. Projects are a great stress reliever for me as well, and something so many folks can enjoy. Keep up the great work!

@PrabhatDayal 6 жыл бұрын

I love how proud he is of his state. Cheers to that. May Montana be prosperous forever.

@LogicalUnitZero 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for publishing this - it's awesome inspiration to do my own project! Now I need to learn how to use a plasma cutter... ;)

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! And using a plasma cutter is not too hard. I bought mine about 7 years ago and taught myself. Basically it requires a steady hand. And make sure to wear a good respirator. Cheers!

@amboydpalaboy5543 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you pete for sharing.

@cbravo1081 7 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy watching your videos Pete. That table is a thing of beauty!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing Red!

@MeisterKlassisch 7 жыл бұрын

This Video and i instantly subscribed, amazing work and craftsmanship i would say. As an Architect, such inspirations are really necessary to think outside the conventional material options and come up with new ideas and designs. Thank you. Keep up the good work.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! That means a lot. I hope all is well and thank you for taking the time to comment and say hi. Cheers!

@Kluncan 7 жыл бұрын

DIY PETE Superb! Greetings from the uk!

@Trek4Truth 5 жыл бұрын

instantly subscribed also, 45 year builder and artist, well done

@laneshaeffer2985 5 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. I’m from Bozeman so I kinda wanna build something similar

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Lane! Great to hear from a fellow Bozemanite. Hope all is well and let me know if ya build a similar style table!

@nlmbmario 7 жыл бұрын

enjoyed seeing this project be done think im going to try it out myself and love the idea of the metal piece being incorporated in the concrete

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@21thTek 4 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite videos so far , thanks for a professional effort !!

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@MtbEngr 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work. I've completed a few concrete tops and this video gave me a few new tips on a recent project. I made the first pour a little wet so it would flow better and vigorously shook the form after each addition. The following pours were dryer to compensate. No voids. For a good finish without a polisher, spray the surface with a diluted vinegar mixture and scrub by hand with a blue Scotch-Brite sponge. Rinse thoroughly. The blue sponge also works great as a sealer applicator.

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work!

@alfredzugasti6376 7 жыл бұрын

excelente trabajo!!!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Gracias Alfred!

@bashkillszombies 5 жыл бұрын

ME GUSTA! [spits and dances]

@charlietrivian3060 5 жыл бұрын

DIY PETE You are a true craftsman.

@thomasbeckett1245 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome... looks like a fun and enjoyable build.

@stellawaillu843 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful table.

@Ryan-zz6hh Жыл бұрын

Love the videos, Pete! What are some ways you'd recommend securing concrete tabletops to wooden bases? For this project it looks like you just set the concrete on the base (which seems fine since it's probably so heavy it can't move anywhere) but curious what methods you like for fastening.

@cesarduque3351 7 жыл бұрын

Hi, this was my fiirst time watching your video. great work man.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cesar!

@RvKsword 7 жыл бұрын

That looks really awesome, and great job of explaining the process

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@gracenjuguna7292 Жыл бұрын

Very well articulated and clear!! I'll give it a try

@NaturallyBrittany 7 жыл бұрын

Wow the plasma cutting tool looks pretty sweet!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Hi! Yeah it is a really fun tool to use. It's easy to get the hang of too. Thanks for saying hi!

@adventurelover3461 3 жыл бұрын

@hartzland7658 4 жыл бұрын

Great job! Really good tutorial! Given me the confidence to attempt my kitchen bench tops. Just subscribed.

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@gatekeeper88 7 жыл бұрын

looks beautiful and matches the space perfectly!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@danielmiller2977 7 жыл бұрын

Fun project. nice job! maybe I'll give it a try.

@TheHandyman1 7 жыл бұрын

Looks great. Good editing. I wish I had the time to edit videos like this.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@talasraf9290 2 жыл бұрын

Lavor

@codenamexp6383 7 жыл бұрын

nice project. thumbs up for me.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Regina-cp5yg 7 жыл бұрын

2 legit 2 quit is safety your number one priority?

@codenamexp6383 7 жыл бұрын

Regina hahahha... got'em.

@bstevermer9293 7 жыл бұрын

2 legit 2 quit No profit is!

@billdiehl156 7 жыл бұрын

Another great project, Pete!! This is one I definitely want to attempt soon. Thanks for the inspiration!!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill Have fun with the project!

@m_styles1981 7 жыл бұрын

So I started watching your videos like a two weeks ago. In result of this, I built a coffee! It came out AMAZING! I owe it to you, I bought that tool you use, a Kreg Jig, that thing was amazing! Because of it, my table is sturdy and built like a pro. Thanks for for all your videos!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

That is so awesome Mike!! Congrats on building a coffee table too, that is fantastic. Thank you so much for taking action on the projects and keep up the great work bud!

@tikonc 2 жыл бұрын

Great work! Could you have imbedded bolts to the bottom of the cement slab so you could later affix it to the wood base?

@SchubertTech Жыл бұрын

That was my thought. The side you pour the cement from will be the bottom (unseen) so you could run metal wires across to suspend the bolts in the cement. I'd just a J-shaped bolt where the curved part is inside the concrete. I was thinking of doing something similar for a small table (18" wide, 12" deed and maybe 24 inches tall) but have the legs made of cement as well. I had a few ideas of either embedding rebar to do a second pour for the legs in their own mold. If you're saving money, but not time, you could reuse leg molds. Another idea if you're embedding is to imbed wet rated Romex, put in an electrical box with external power cord. Now your small concrete end table has a charging outlet you can plug into a wall outlet. In my locale, I can have 40-60mph wind gusts unexpectedly, so these are all ideas for outdoor tables that won't blow away.

@fadetounforgiven 6 жыл бұрын

I guess it would benefit from placing four bolts in the fresh cement so the concrete top could be firmly attached to the wooden part, but nicely done and, moreover, explained.

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@fadetounforgiven 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :-)

@shcaskey 7 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love Montana and your craftsmanship!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@L0stW0n 7 жыл бұрын

Great video Pete! You do amazing work.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing Marlous! Cheers man and have a good weekend!

@raneylarry 7 жыл бұрын

I didn't catch how the top is attached to the wooden table - is it just resting on it?

@keeganmcmanus8323 7 жыл бұрын

Larry Raney it appears so, I'm thinking of using liquid nails between the plywood and top but I'm apprehensive to do so as this will make it extremely difficult to move in the future.

@adamgall8960 7 жыл бұрын

Keegan Mcmanus one option would be to set some anchors in the wet concrete bottom side for screw attachment, then it could be secured, yet removable if needed.

@keeganmcmanus8323 7 жыл бұрын

Adam Gall awesome thinking. Do you recommend any specialty fastener, or would a carriage bolt suffice?

@adamgall8960 7 жыл бұрын

Keegan Mcmanus E-Z Lol makes some anchors that should work, it's really not going to be doing much work. I'd just check around the fasteners aisle and see what you think would be easiest.

@DynamicAttraction 7 жыл бұрын

that big of a concrete block would weigh over 200 pounds maybe a little less or a little more lol and if its siting on a flat surface it shouldnt move unless your tackling your tables in your house and going on ufc or wwe on them its fine lol

@thoughtsy 7 жыл бұрын

12:19 who else heard "crack pipe"?

@II_4_R_Z_II 5 жыл бұрын

lambrettasofia “correct height”

@jrock8743 5 жыл бұрын

I guess only crack heads would here that. Cant wait till that next hit huh?

@scratchsupper5883 5 жыл бұрын

It's yani or crack pipe now huh

@chrisb.2395 7 жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel. Thanks for all the vids!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for subscribing and watching the videos Vermi! Cheers! - Pete

@toddbowles8201 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice on finishing.

@nwascorpio 4 жыл бұрын

You guys, up there, do realize that the letter "A" also has a short vowel sound? Right?

@Moth_Wizard 6 жыл бұрын

Did you notice this guy can't pronounce "bag, rag or slag"

@answerguru 5 жыл бұрын

That would be a Wisconsin accent.

@jeremystewert4303 5 жыл бұрын

@@answerguru ohhh, don't ya know? Eh?

@scratchsupper5883 5 жыл бұрын

Sounded fine to me.

@gilfordpitso3929 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent ...i am truly inspired

@41laureen Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Loving it.

@AcornFox 7 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Love the steel inlay!

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Sttm35 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. Well done project, well presented.

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Thank you!

@micmike 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, especially the finishing segment. Thanks

@jcwoods2311 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job Pete, I like the polished look you ended up with. Thank you for the video

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks J!

@coreythomas67 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos bro. I've never done any kind of work with concrete. Watched your countertop video and my wife loves them. Thanks for putting your videos out.

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

You bet Corey, thanks for the kind words and for watching the videos!

@frankenz66 6 жыл бұрын

Hey, that looks great! Great job! My heart stopped for a second each time you turned that over by yourself. Could always break as you said.

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Franklin!

@dowhileloops6793 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing. High quality video and great tutorial here.

@123cp8 4 жыл бұрын

These how-to videos have a great style and flow! And are really informative!! Really good job!!

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@PabloPazosGutierrez 2 жыл бұрын

really enjoyed the video, and the result is amazing, congrats

@YoMomma8it 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Table!!!

@Cyberdine.Systems.Model-101 7 жыл бұрын

Thanx for sharing your knowledge, buddy. great work.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@knickandchester 7 жыл бұрын

That table with the inlay is a great piece. Your instructions are clear and easy to watch. Always had wonder how concrete counters were done. Thank you

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@lmoree00 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome. This is so creative!

@holdemNE1 7 жыл бұрын

Enjoyable video to watch......thanks for posting.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Big Mike!

@AlaskaWorkshop 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel, fantastic projects. Love your editing style. New subscriber.

@Jean-kl6go 4 жыл бұрын

You take great pride in your work. I really enjoyed the video! Dude! You rock! Well done! 😊

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Wanda!

@mcorrade 6 жыл бұрын

I love your state even though I've never been there. That snow looks great!!!

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Montana is a great state! Cheers!

@charlierudd6668 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video..direct and to-the-point! I don't need "background" info, which so many folks want to add. These instructions have inspired me to give it a try!

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great to hear!

@jameskohlman301 3 жыл бұрын

Really well done video. You struck the perfect balance. And the content was helpful and inspiring. Thank you so much!

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@neilryan631 4 жыл бұрын

This is really well done, I love it. I am going to make some counter tops out of concrete in the coming months and this has helped a lot.

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@jefersonbronze 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work!

@TheTobs50 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - thanks for the excellent presentation, layout and motivation.

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@demetriusrosselinedossanto3988 5 жыл бұрын

Muito bom. Parabéns. Excelente trabalho.

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Obrigado

@mywaterfountain 6 жыл бұрын

This is such a wonderful video. Very instructive and clear. I'm procrastinating at the moment from studying (concrete tables vs. 2:15 am kidney pathology... Your video won) but doing a project like this is definitely on my to do list in the future! And I will certainly be consulting your videos step by step when I do! Thank you for providing such an easy tutorial! I cannot wait to look at your other videos.

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Thanks for the support! Glad that the videos have been inspiring you!

@redwhitepower1475 2 жыл бұрын

Masterpiece Well done mate

@johnnupp6857 7 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video! Great full in depth explanation .

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you John!

@JesusGonzalez-kp4wp 7 жыл бұрын

First time watching your video and I liked how you explained everything. Subscribed

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for subscribing! I really appreciate it!

@joshgreen8986 2 жыл бұрын

Beauty. Well done!

@cowboy08181 7 жыл бұрын

great job I love your diy videos Pete keep up the good work it's been helpful in my projects

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alexander, I really appreciate man. Have a great rest of the weekend and thanks for subscribing!

@098believe 6 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up on clarity and details. Love it

@DIYPETE 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marlene!

@MarkAndreasJones 4 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled across the video and very pleased I did. Such a cool project and very well explained. Thank you, much appreciated!

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mark!

@victoriaa8765 7 жыл бұрын

Now this video does it! Nice job and thank you Pete

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ilyaivanov1745 7 жыл бұрын

Turned out great ! Thanks for sharing !

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for saying hi, and for subscribing!

@margaretwangui8951 4 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful. Well crafted.

@DIYPETE 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@floydmcdougall5826 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this very informative project. I hope to try this very soon.

@DIYPETE 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@shitheadjohnson2797 Жыл бұрын

i bet it polishes up even more!

@ACraftyConcept 4 жыл бұрын

This is very detailed and helpful! thanks for all your tips!!

@DIYPETE 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Michael-hv5nf 5 жыл бұрын

Great job!!! It looks amazing

@DIYPETE 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@luisestevesirvent2990 2 жыл бұрын

Desde España, ¡gracias por compartir tan soberbio trabajo Pete! (y por las sugerencias que das en el vídeo, que siempre son importantes. Aunque algunos las conozcan, a otros nos servirán) ¡Internet es una hermosa herramienta!