DIY pour and finish a CONCRETE SLAB with Rapid Set Concrete Mix

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In this video I will show you how to DIY pour and finish a simple concrete slab with Rapid Set Concrete Mix. This may only be a small 2'x5' slab but the possibilities are HUGE! In optimal weather conditions you can drive on Rapid Set Concrete Mix in only ONE HOUR! Since it was only 35 Degrees I waited until the next day but that's still a BIG DEAL. I hope you learn and enjoy!
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@PaganWizard Жыл бұрын

When you're working with a small area, and you're working alone, like you did in this video, mix all of your rapid set concrete at one time. This can be done in several buckets, one for each bag, or you can rent a small mixer. If you don't want to spend money on 5 gallon buckets, or a mixer, ask your local bakery if they have any that they are going to be throwing away, most bakeries will give you the buckets for free. This will prevent your rapid set concrete from hardening while you mix the next bucket. If you have any leftover concrete mix, dump it into a heavy duty plastic yard waste bag, and as it hardens, shape the concrete into somewhat of a rock shape. When the concrete dries, peel the plastic away for an accent piece in your yard or garden.

@tedkay1048 Жыл бұрын

I love this recommendation.

@Inkachu Жыл бұрын

I was just thinking something similar, pre-filling water buckets and other ways to do a sidewalk with rapid set. Great advice

@PaganWizard Жыл бұрын

@@tedkay1048 Thank you!!

@PaganWizard Жыл бұрын

@@Inkachu Thank you!!

@6155ish Жыл бұрын

Mask needed!

@tedmalabey4542 Жыл бұрын

I’m confident I can do this. After watching your video thank you.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

That’s what I’m talkin about! 👍🏻🎉

@ronniestanley75 Жыл бұрын

I wish I had a place closer to me that sold Rapidset. Two years ago I used the mortar mix to make countertops for a custom kitchen. I ran out of it in the middle of the project and had to drive for two hours to get more. This company makes an incredible product. I also built a set of bedroom furniture and I made concrete tops for the dresser and end tables. My wife loves it.

@sheryldougherty282 Жыл бұрын

That brought back so many memories of helping my dad do cement work. He poured2 large double wide driveways. Living out in the county we had acres for our 2 properties. He was a perfectionist with his work.

@angeldej4225 Жыл бұрын

Looks great, I'm a recent first time home owner and this video is perfect for what I'm gonna do for a small resin storage shed install. All my questions answered with this video... Thanks Michael.

@billmthacker Жыл бұрын

I did something like this at my old place for my garbage cans. My land lord loved me ! Even though I ws renting I needed to do projects just to keep my sanity and level of self worth . I did not expect the truck driving over the rapid set like that. Rapid set is the SHIZ!!

@wendypelfrey9208 Жыл бұрын

This is what I've been needing, thank you so much for showing me how to make a form and how to level it, and everything else. I think this is the best video ever, just easy step by step. Thanks again!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Wendy! I don’t know why I didn’t see this comment three weeks ago but I’m so happy I saw it eventually haha

@athenanimbuss6826 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to make all these very informative videos 👍❤️🙏

@tedkay1048 Жыл бұрын

I loved the tool review, one by one, very very guiding and assisting. Correct good tools are 50% done in my mind.

@Rick-vt8ul 2 ай бұрын

First video of many I’ve seen that really explains how to make a concrete slab. It even gave me the confidence to make a concrete slab I need for my dog’s kennel.

@Balls3080 Жыл бұрын

Awesome and timely. I was just wondering about pouring a 10x8 slab but its winter......so thanks for showing it can be done.

@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers Жыл бұрын

Great job that slab is going to keep your wood, dry and organized! ~Cara 😊

@skoal4219 Жыл бұрын

"First off, don't call me Mike". "First of all, stop calling me Mike" hahahaha. Great video and information!

@chadwessels1441 Жыл бұрын

I think you did an overall top job explaining how to finish concrete. 1) no need for a trowel if you are broom finishing, 2) always joint your concrete first before brooming and then do a final pass like you did with the edger, 3) GREAT explanation of the difference on contraction vs expansion joints.

@TillerBrown-qw9hf Жыл бұрын

Led me to think

@johnmal5975 Жыл бұрын

Chad if this was a bigger job where you put the mesh? Does it go on the bottom or middle? Does it matter?

@gr82bloved43 Жыл бұрын

You’re the man …! 👍 I’m in Texas and it’s cold AF! I’m going to do this slab for my trash cans … thanks Michael !!

@MontyMcKinnon Жыл бұрын

Hey Michael, that was a great video. I really appreciated that. I enjoy just seeing how you edged the slab as I didn't know there was a special tool for that. I didn't know how that was done so that was very informative. But then again, all your videos are informative. Thanks very much and happy Thanksgiving.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Monty! I enjoy watching your videos more than mine though hahaha

@007balzak Жыл бұрын

I looked all over the KZfaq for someone using clean fill for this project!! Thank you bro!

@HannahCope88 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job my friend! Looks great, I love a nice looking log store, can't wait to see the finished article :-)

@SmoothAlf Жыл бұрын

Great info Michael. Thank you for discussing the different tools you used.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah! Thank you!

@noble5225 Жыл бұрын

Another amazing project Mr. Builds!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Kerrigan 😉

@ntme6506 Жыл бұрын

"don't call me Mike" haha. That's my biggest pet peeve. I hate it when people call me Mike.

@user-ck1xr6du7e Жыл бұрын

Looking pretty good again Mike, 👌

@gunfisher4661 Жыл бұрын

I`ve used this mix quite a few times ,It`s costs a bit more than regular cement mix but it preforms very well in the long run and finishes very good the only con I ever had was that it`s has a brownish color instead of gray.

@porkchop3094 Жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, great video. I will try to pour concrete in my back yard now that I have a better understanding on how to go about it.

@DadMoves Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the very instructive and entertaining video. 👍

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sapelesteve Жыл бұрын

Terrific work on that concrete slab Mike! You always make it look easy. 👍👍👏👏

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you!

@anon31415 Жыл бұрын

@@MichaelBuilds "First of all, don't call me Mike." LOL I am a DIY video aficionado. You have the most fun and funny (and very informative) videos. Thanks.

@letmefindout81 Жыл бұрын

We use this concreate mix to reset manholes, works great if you can't keep an area closed or have to pave asphalt within the hour or so.

@ADavis-ik4qr Жыл бұрын

"First of all, don't call me Mike" - hilarious...

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Lol 😂

@albertozelaya9391 Жыл бұрын

You make it seem super easy, that's great 👍

@mrvvoo 2 ай бұрын

Woohoo! 🎉 I have zero experience with this and your video gave me all the confidence I need. I’m now off to Home Depot! Wish me luck! Thank you, truly!

@A5JDZK Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your concrete work...it's pretty solid!!! LOL!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Ahhhh! Get it?!? Lol 😂

@mybeautyplace Жыл бұрын

Great job, very informative , thanks a lot

@kimberlysmith1645 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for understanding that this woman is a beginner and I need you to explain it well…which you did! And you looked like you were having fun!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! ☺️

@NoName-ml5yk Жыл бұрын

You're great at packing info into your videos.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

I try haha

@royrussell8531 7 ай бұрын

You are great at describing what you are doing! I also enjoy listening to you when informing us on how to do it. I have watched thousands of videos on various topics. How come video authors hardly respond to questions asked? I know you are busy, but if you are going to post a video, please reply to the questions asked by your viewers so we can become more educated about what you are doing and produts used. I love your videos and your presentations, just want to see more feedback from you on questions. Thanks for sharing!!! 😊😊😊😊

@docgalt2801 Жыл бұрын

Awesome work, man!

@Pinoyphilly Жыл бұрын

Thanks! You do your projects so cool!!

@davidmckean955 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always!!!

@NWWood17 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Nice and simple. I need to put down short concrete walkway that's under a deck and I'm concerned about the lack direct sunlight. Hope it dries OK.

@BIG1ED2 Жыл бұрын

Dude, just found your channel. You are my hero...!!! 💪🇺🇲💪🇺🇲

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Well WELCOME TO THE CHANNEL ED! 👍🏻☺️

@jeremyreeves8940 Жыл бұрын

Great work Mike

@antiisocial Жыл бұрын

This is very informative. Thank you.

@chazIII7III Жыл бұрын

Interesting. I had to tell my wife about that. Never seen anyone do that in cold weather and snowing. 🙂

@tuber93422 Жыл бұрын

This is one bad ass tweaker! He does inspire me!

@hoffpauirconcrete.semperfidCC 10 ай бұрын

Watching this video....and im literally a professional... entertaining stuff great video

@crazyone4carzngunz 9 ай бұрын

Nice job Michael 👏

@smartjbrfd Жыл бұрын

MIKE!!! 🤣Great job buddy ;)

@frogmccuish Жыл бұрын

Wow! Look at you go! Over 300k subs now! Congratulations! I have been subbed since day one! Love your work....

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

I love hearing from my OG’s! 👍🏻😉🙏

@Beeautifullifefarm Жыл бұрын

This is quite a coincidence, I am currently upgrading the pads for my hives. I'm near AA so can relate to the current weather hiccups

@GRUBB-MUDD Жыл бұрын

good video, nice story telling

@malachiram Жыл бұрын

Love it! I'm going to try to make one of these.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 🙏

@bobfeeney9294 Жыл бұрын

I love you guys! Great work! Very inspiring! Wish I lived in La and you were neighbors!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

😂👍🏻

@kelsycunningham8452 Жыл бұрын

A very professional result.

@chipm2544 8 ай бұрын

Excellent information. Thank you!

@anitavaldez9105 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I now feel like I can do it by myself. I do need some of the tools but I think I can better yet I know I can Thanks so much very helpful.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

That’s what I’m talkin about! ☺️👍🏻

@TheEverydayShopperReview Жыл бұрын

Hey mike. Hope all is well. What’s the best concrete brand or type of concrete to use to expand (widen) a drive way? Thanks

@Bootsystem66 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike. Very helpful and entertaining. Sorry Mike!

@JB-ir3is Жыл бұрын

Nice job MIKEEEE

@dangatto8666 Жыл бұрын

Good video, Mike.

@GRUBB-MUDD Жыл бұрын

im going to re make this video this winter exactly same idea except a title change. see if it really works

@QuincyVillanueva Жыл бұрын

Omg thank you! I love this!

@lp-pf5el Жыл бұрын

Good job my man 👍🏾

@grenebulax Жыл бұрын

Awesome job.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you Willie!

@bsenalaska Жыл бұрын

Great job 👏🏻

@mountainbiker44 Жыл бұрын

Great video 💪

@whodat2259 Жыл бұрын

Good job sir 👏👏👏

@17Mikal Жыл бұрын

Thanks MIKE !

@fernandogavaldon1456 Жыл бұрын

If you are watching this video then well neither you are... ha ha ha ha, you are absolutely right, thanks for sharing, it is exactly what I needed.

@ericdelay5269 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike! ❤

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

👍🏻☺️

@iconoclast2914 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. very helpful.

@you166mhz Жыл бұрын

I think I'll try this --- soon ...

@shelbybenallie7331 Жыл бұрын

Can u use this over my existing concrete? Like damaged areas , especially just doing a top layer. To make it look new again.

@joeolejar Жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

You’re amazing!

@dannyboy8067 Жыл бұрын

Nice, thanks pal

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

👍🏻☺️

@3953lorena Жыл бұрын

Excelent video thank you

@lougjolaj7839 Жыл бұрын

Hey Mike good job MIKE

@gregpiecuch3802 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Roger that! 👍🏻☺️

@dilippatel3268 Жыл бұрын

excellent video

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Why THANK YOU! 😊👍🏻

@never2be07 Жыл бұрын

I need this for my breakdance practice

@markpinther9296 Жыл бұрын

Rapidset is an awesome product. Just need to understand how FAST everything will set up. I use Rapidset Mortar for doing stucco work on concrete block foundations as well as ICF.

@jbailey9823 Жыл бұрын

Nice... thank you.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@philipchandler330 Жыл бұрын

Excellent

@colinmoore68 Жыл бұрын

Hello Mike, I was wondering if I can add very small stones to try and match the surrounding concrete driveway with this product?

@hehazrisen3529 Жыл бұрын

Nice!!

Жыл бұрын

One question, Mike? 😂 😂 😂

@danielouellette7434 Жыл бұрын

be curious how the concrete would stand up to road salt? Would it be as good as 5000 psi concrete used for rod curbs and sidewalks?

@jerrdog5568 Жыл бұрын

Honestly halfway thru the pour i was scared for you. Good save! It turned out great for what it will be used for.

@iandurias2057 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful

@smallnuts2 Жыл бұрын

I think I should try this concrete for my backporch instead of quikrete. Quikrete has big aggregate in it and I find it hard to smooth.

@chichidouglas5078 Жыл бұрын

You said that you're not a professional, and if you're watching this video, neither are you. I've been a carpenter and concrete finisher for 32 years, so at least 1 professional watches your videos. From what I've seen, you take pride in your work, you have a good attitude, and you're a better finisher than a lot of the so-called journeyman that the union hall sends out. I'd say that makes you a professional. You just need to learn the terminology, for example, I don't know why, but we say rodding instead of screeding, so we call it a rod, or rod board instead of a screed or screed board. That industrial trowel is called a Fresno. The magnesium float is called a mag. Finishing is implied, so finishing trowels are just called trowels unless they have round corners, and those are calld pool trowels. That edger is called a shiner or a border edger. The tool you cut the joint with is called a jointer or a groover.

@markerickson181 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!! I'm doing some 20x20x2 pavers, do I still need to put rock down or can I just tamp and wet the earth? Thanks!

@revrontalbot6911 Жыл бұрын

Michael!!!! Can you use rapid flow on an incline??? In need to redo part of the sidewalk w/an incline …

@kangaroorun5116 Жыл бұрын

I have a question. Can I do this on my driveway? If so, what should be the right thickness? Can I do it portion by portion?

@richarda.valdes1197 Жыл бұрын

For a job like this I use 2 inches of gravel and two inches of cement using 123 mix on the cement. I do drive my pick up on it also. All my non structural cement is laid like this and iam on 34 years of using this technique with no excessive cracking. Saves on cement on large jobs

@MonstroLab Жыл бұрын

Thats probably because you used a sand compactor first or your soil is already dense/hard as a rock. Driving over 2 on 2 Wouldn't work in SW Florida unless you pound the crap out if the sand with a gas compactor.

@debbiestyer453 Жыл бұрын

You are so entertaining. I'm no expert on anything like do it yourself... I watch KZfaq videos on using cement for garden vases and sculptures..but they never tell you what kind of cement to use... mortar or whatever...so I'm lost .however I like your lesson plans and again you are informative and entertaining. Thank you.

@MichaelBuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Debbie! I definitely want to do some concrete planters next summer. And I will tell you everything I use haha

@chadwessels1441 Жыл бұрын

Cement is just Portland, mortar is Portland cement and sand, concrete is mortar with aggregate (stones) of varying size depending on the thickness of your concrete. Use mortar for all decorative USES. (Grout is just mortar with a flow control type of liquifier aka water reducer).

@debbiestyer453 Жыл бұрын

@@chadwessels1441 thank you. Very helpful.

@rhondav4204 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike. I mean Micheal 😊

@stemmentor9700 Жыл бұрын

For 3rd slab not bad. Push your luck with quickset and that many bags 😉. I noticed you didn’t tap the sides or oil the frame which can be a @#& with Portland based when removing. Remember, strength of concrete is dependent on water to concrete ratio. You had a “soupy mix” which is fine for what your doing. If less water was used, you may be fighting time. Good job for 3rd slab and yes it’ll work great for its purpose and ya didn’t have to bring in a handyman or small contractor to do the work 👍