Seal a Concrete Counter Top
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- Опубликовано: 6 апр 2019
- In this video I’m going to show you 5 different products you can use to seal a concrete countertop and how to use them. The Cheng Concrete Countertop Sealer is specially made for sealing concrete countertops and is special order. The other 4 products are sealer that may not be meant for sealing concrete countertops but are great alternatives that you can get right off the shelf!
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Mike. I kid you not, I must have watched over a thousand videos on how to make concrete countertops! Yours are hands down the absolute best! Very informative, straight forward, and to the point. Also, this is the first time I have EVER felt the need to leave a comment on ANY video. Keep up the great work!
James.... THANK YOU SO MUCH! I can’t tell you how much that means to me!
Nailed it!
I don't think I've ever watched one video and liked, commented and subscribed instantly. Watched the how to make a concrete counter top and did just that. Oh, and shared it as well. And my buddies shared it.
Keep up the great work!!!
James Catelotti i totally agree!!!
I completely agree. I have watched tons and fail pretty miserably on doing my own countertop. Now I feel encouraged to try again.
Dude... RUclips has been around for years. Where the heck have you been? Refreshing. Good job!
was saying the same thing
Mike, I watched your "1-Hour Countertop" video, a couple times, followed all your instructions, and poured my first ever concrete countertop today. It was a great reward to see it release from the mold nearly without a flaw. (Hence me needing to watch the concrete sealer video.) I appreciate your precision with measuring the water/mortar mix, and how well you demonstrate all required techniques of each step. Other videos I have seen are needlessly complicated, especially for a small countertop project, but your video makes the process so approachable. I had a sneaking suspicion it would not actually be as hard as some of these videos make it seem to fab my own countertops, but your video was the catalyst in motivating me to attempt this. I credit you for my success with this, and also wanted to say thanks for a lot of things. Your sense of humor belies the amount of information and expertise needed to be doing what you are doing, and your humility and sincerity are most admirable. Thank you for your generosity in sharing all of that with all of us.
You know your old when you get a beavis and butthead reference.
Lmao 😂🤣😂🤣 true story! Lol
lol i get a amos and andy reference .. abbott and costello ...pretty soon the smithsonian is going to want me to sign a release for my body lol
Marie Miller lol
Who doesn't go to Vegas to play the sluts
I am cornholio!
SUGGESTION: How about a video showing how to stain the concrete or mixing a color in with the concrete mixture. Keep up the great work, love the videos!
Thank you Chris
I agree. Those wood look concrete tops were amazing.
I second this. Please and THANK YOU.
I agree! I’ve been wanting to do concrete countertops but have been intimidated by it, but you’re convincing me I can do it! Add some color! I need more!
YES..i vote for this too! ;-)
Great video! I've been looking for a video like this for awhile now. Keep the videos coming please.
Man so glad to see a new video. Made my day. I can’t wait to try to make one of these countertops. The glaze finish is my favorite
Another great video! Congrats on the 91,000+ subscribers in 4 months! That's gotta be some kind of record. Keep 'em comin'.
I wish you would have sprayed water on all the different sealed parts so we could see how it beaded or behaved. I also wished you would have done a slower overhead shot of all the sealers for comparison. Great video though.
Oh my god that’s a great idea! And what really sucks about that is it would have only taken me a few seconds to get that shot too! Grrrrr! Lol
Loving your channel so far. Definitely going to be attempting my own build here shortly.
I love the way you share what other guys and gals are doing. Keep up the great work
I have a tip for a glaze coat or any two-part mix. Just Mark your mixing stick with 2 even measurements and poor one bottle to the first line and the second bottle to the second line you save 2 mixing cups by doing it this way.
That’s a great tip!!!
I have another idea. Assuming the two parts have about the same specific gravity (it’ll probably be close enough), use an inexpensive electronic kitchen gram scale. Tare. Pour the first one. Tare. Pour the second one to the same mass.
@@texstan100 that's a good idea too, I myself would end up waisting time looking all over for my scale when a mixing stick will do the trick.
@@texstan100 exactly what i was thinking too...
@Jennifer Ng oooh there are some very accurate food scales out there! ;-)
Awsome job! I hope to take some inspiration you given me and make some outdoor furniture...but I need to read do the patio first. Thank Mike!
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We love you too. Great video I'm a New one from Panamá Central América. Gracias Bro
Really enjoying your work with the countertops. Can’t wait to try out for myself what I’ve learned here. Thanks!
I'm thinking now it's time to do my grill side tables out of concrete. This is so inspiring. Thank you so much for the knowledge!
Solid video! I was curious to know more about what each product feels like afterwards. Also, I wanted to know what each if these sealers would be best used for
You're such an inspiration. Once again, thanks for the up load. I did wonder about the differences in each coating.
Thank you so much Jewel!
This is definitely the most informative sealer video of all time. It really shows the different types off well.
This is exactly what I needed to know. I'm making stepping stones for my garden. Thanks Man you're the best!!
I'm SO glad I found your channel!! Thank you for sharing great content! I loved how you shared other people's project inspired by your video at the end, very cool! Humans are awesome. Keep posting bro♡
Thank you so much Lena!!! I make it a channel... you all make it a community 👍🏻😉
Just found your videos, and I can't wait to implement your techniques. Truly changes perspective on the ease of starting to work with concrete. Keep up the great work, you'll be at 100k soon!
100K BABY!!!! I haven’t been able to stop looking at my RUclips app to see where my sub count is at lol 😂 thank you so much for the kind words Bart and welcome to the channel!!! 😉👍🏻
This is golden. I've been looking to diy countertops and no one talked about great sealers. I've been researching diy concrete tops for a week now and I just found you. Thank goodness
Love your videos! Really! I have been looking for a long time for just a simple explanation of how to make these countertops and you killed it! Beautiful finishings too. I love the last finishing with the epoxy, but the first 2 are also very nice. I'm going to make this a project for my daughter and me for her house. Gone be fun!!!
Thanks for showing the different sealing options. I also really liked that you showed what others have done with your technique. Please keep doing this.
Thank you so much for appreciating the video!
this guy is charming. Damn i wish he tested those sealers in detail. :)
I just discovered your videos. You are doing a great job. Thank you for the information. I am going try a table this month. I will share it with you.
Loving your videos man.
I'm a bricklayer and have used rapid set for different repairs but never thought about using it for a countertop.
Need to replace my countertops and have been debating on different ideas, and I think this is what I'll do.
This video is awesome on the different sealers and it's exactly what I needed to make a decision! Thank you
I loved the work viewers submitted at the end....could you please do a whole video on submissions??
All of your videos are amazing, thank you so much.
No, thank YOU so much Ralph !
i was stunned by you jumping up onto the counter you had just made a few hours ago and i am loving these no bullshit videos. All of these different sealing products look great choosing the right one for the right job is everything. Thanks for the creative spark and thoughtful knowledge.
Another great video. Learning so much. The product reviews are so helpful. Was really impressed with all the submissions at the end. TY
Love your videos! Thank you for sharing.
awesome video! perfect timing - getting ready to seal my first ever GFRC tabletop. going with option 1, Cheng! Already ordered it off of amazon. Thanks a million, love you style and approach to the videos. Your concrete countertop video was an awesome alternative to gfrc, as it is quite expensive. The best part about building and making is there's never just one way to approach it. Thanks again!!
That is so true! I can’t tell you how impressed I am that you tackled GFRC!!! You are a total rock star ⭐️ I would love to see pics! Instagram @michaelbuilds313 😉👍🏻
Your videos are super quality and have given me enough push to go and do these countertops, thanks and keep up the good work!!
Your videos are excellent! I appreciate the fact that you explain things well and almost everything you do can be done at home with basic tools a d equipment. Thanks for being real!
You make such great videos! Love watching these!
Thank you so much Rae!!!
I can't say enough about how wonderful your content is. I am dying to make my first project, a table for the cottage deck. If it turns out 1/4 as good as the stuff you have shown, I will try to get you a picture
Oh my gosh thank you so much Glen!
Love all those subscriber projects. Good job guys
Great video, I'm loving all these concrete videos your doing.
Great job.....yet again!
Love your clips. I'm super inspired.
And your a cool dude.
Cheers for sharing your skills & love. Your the Bob Ross of building.
From NZ 👍
Thank you so much! I can’t believe I’m getting love from NZ! You All Rock!
This is exactly the video I’ve been looking for, before I strip & refinish our charcoal gray concrete kitchen counter- cannot thank you enough! I’ll try & send before & after pics.
Sticking to your channel! I'm planning on demolishing our kitchen countertop and will see... i will send updates. I can't stop smiling watching your videos....
congrats on rising so quickly man, when i watched your first video i thought you had been making videos for years, ive NEVER seen such quality on a first vid, your content is amusing, detailed and easy to comprehend, your definitely doing it right. youve inspired me to start a pour, ive been needing a good desk for a LONG time, ill be sure to send pictures when i get the design worked out(im a graphic designer and a blacksmith, im nitpicky what can i say)
Thank you so much! I can’t tell you how much that means to me!
Why Tears Of Death...just curious
Love all your videos! I can't wait to get started on making a counter top! And, I know this is weird but I'm going to try and use this method on making head stones for family members. 😀 so thanks and your right, I don't need to watch any other videos.
Thank so much John! Believe it or not You’re actually not the first one to tell me that your making a head stone haha. Thank so much for being a subscriber!
Thank you for the straight forward information and your style is easy watch, nice work! Love those subscriber projects too.
Make this is my favorite DIY channel! And thank you for sharing project pictures from you receive from your other digital media channels. Not all of us have time or want to be on other types of media. Congrats to all those who shared their projects/work with you.
Ron
AWESOME VIDEO KEEP IT UP! Always excited to see your video notifications show up!
Thank you so much! You have no idea how much that means to me!
SNAG ALIEN: Me too... ;)
You’re my favorite Laurie P!!! 🥰
Love ALL your videos, thank you very much❤️
Thank you so much Lela!
Thank you for making these videos. We are using all of your instructions to improve our outdoor kitchen with concrete countertops... A much needed improvement that we have been afraid to tackle as others made it look so difficult. Your instructions convinced us we CAN do this.
Hey Mike! Thank you so much for these videos. You’ve inspired a whole revolution of renovation. Digg the alliteration. Anyhow, could you please do a definitive video on the stone/marble look? There are a ton of those videos and I think people looking to do concrete may benefit from the MichaelBuilds method.
Keep them coming. Instant addict. Thanks, bro.
I just found you!! Love your stuff!! And you made me laugh! Thank you! :)
Thank you so much Catherine!
What's next, hurry... I am hooked. Shouting out others work and techniques... WELL DONE!! Just a tip, using a heat gun can also assist in removing bubbles from epoxy. Lovin this Channel. Thank you for sharing your talents and your Charisma.
Thanks for using various brands... 5th will be my choice!!!
Your my fav right now my man! Going in on some kitchen counter tops soon...will share when complete. Love what your doing...keep it going!
I really hope you're going to show how to hang a slab for a back splash or shower wall so that it's fixed to the wall.
I was also thinking of shower walls.
How thin can it be for a shower wall standing upright on end? Shower is a mere 32x32.
Back splash:
1. Simply make a 4" tall piece, 3/4"-1" thick, same way as countertops.
2. Bead of Onyx collection clear silicone 1/4" from back wall on entire length of counter top, stop 1/2" from each end of countertop.
3. Place backsplash flat, upside down, apply same silicone beads in @ 3-1/2" circles, staying 1/4" minimum from all edges, across back of entire back splash. The circles of silicone will form a suction as you install the backsplash.
4. Line up backsplash with ends, set on top 1/8" from back wall and push backsplash into place evenly.
Warning: If you get silicone too close to edges of backslash it will push out onto the wall during installation and you will NEVER be able to caulk or paint wall where wall and backsplash meet.
Brother Mike😎
You're a top-notch craftsman & instructor📐
Love ur tutorials🔨
Thank you so much Timothy!
Thank you , blessed love Michael Builds. Love the glaze look
Thank you for sharing!! Considering this for an outdoor bar
Good work Michael 👍👏
Thank you so much Temo!
Really like your videos . The epoxy coat was what I was looking for . I'm going to do a kitchen counter top , but I want it to have a marble look and be food grade . Can't wait to try it .
M D I'm looking to do a kitchen countertop as well, and based on this video I think the epoxy is what I want. I'm half way done installing the cabinets, won't get to the countertop for a few weeks, could you reply here after you finish yours and let us know how you like the epoxy?
John Early , I'm not sure when I'll be getting to it . Its on the to do list but there are quite a few things ahead of it . You'll probably get to yours before I get to mine .
M D fair enough. I will do my best to remember to come back here and follow up after I finish my countertops. Good luck with your projects!
Much love! So inspiring! You better keep this up! Great show!😎👊💙☑
Thank you for the inspiration and the simplicity, showing us DIYers how not to over think it.
I pressed "Like" BEFORE I started watching. I'm expecting another great demo.
Another AWESOME video sir! I Probably should go get some sealer now... You keep making me put in work man.. please don't start doing video about mowing lawns or raking leaves you could probably make that look cool and fun... I'd never get any rest lol. Thanks for making these videos brother and thanks for making them so well...
Lol 😂 thank you so much James!
Wow, wow, got to have a go . My new project coming right up. Good job guys
Michael this is awesome-just what I needed! Thank you so much for doing what you do. You are so easy to follow and the "goofy" throw ins help me to remember the important details. I remember the Captain Morgan stance for mixing the concrete lol. Im watching all of your commercials and hitting those links- supporting your continued success! Cheering you on!
Awwwww thank you so much Theresa!
Another great video!!
You’re killing me Smalls!!! Thank you so much! 👍🏻😉
I love the look of epoxy as a finisher on just about anything. I've done a few counter tops this way and made a 60's worn out counter look like shiny new granite. Another great video - keep them coming! In one of your upcoming videos it would be great to hear how you acquired your skills.
I would love to do that soon! I didn’t think anyone would care this early in the channels age. So thank you so much for suggesting it!
Have you used the epoxy on a fire table top? I'm curious if heat or flames will be a factor?
@@douglassebold213 Hi Doug. No I haven’t tried that
Loved the glow in the dark one and the poxy sealer is my fav
I didn't know there was such a thing as "food grade" sealers. Another cool video! Thank you for the info! Again, I love love love it! When I built my fire place I used the wet look sealer and it looked very awesome!
We love you too bro. I did ask for this video and thank you kindly.
I did it for you Brian! 😉👍🏻
literally excited when you post a new video! my guess is that you are in michigan, like me. what city, if that's not too personal of a question?
You're all killin' it!! These videos make me miss my old shop in my garage. Great stuff man!
We just don’t get to spend enough time in our sheds! Lol
Using your technique, I am about to pour my first kitchen counter tops for either side of our kitchen range. I was waiting for you to show ways to seal the surface. Thanks!
Another great video Michael, glad to see you got those Amazon affiliate links.
I think it might be time to order some sealer for my project. ;)
Thank you so much! Yeah this is my first video playing with amazon affiliates. I hope it works out!
The glaze is my favorite!!! I noticed it darkened the stone, and I’m wanting to color the mix when I make my topper. Should I go with a lighter color for the stain if I go with glaze?
Great DIY videos! Loved it and now I’m stoked to try it out!! Thanks
Your vids are the best around. Thanks for honest approach and great material.
Inspiring me to build something cool!
That’s what I’m talkin about Justin! 👍🏻😉
I have worked with epoxy and to me it gives the best finish.
Muchas gracias por la paciencia al explicar el detalle en los acabados, tu trabajo es simplemente fantástico 😊
I love the videos. I'd love to see some more on stains for the countertops to alter or customize their look
Which sealer is best? Really good question. The biggest impact was definitely the 2 part stuff.
Thanks for sharing all those amazing Viewers' projects. I am really impressed with how they each took the basics and added a new flair. I especially LOVED that shower project - great job!
As always, I can't wait for your next video.
Thank you so much Eva! That shower fella sent me even more amazing pics yesterday that I wish I could have plugged into the video!
I was hoping you would make this video. It is perfect timing. I am planning on making kitchen countertops and a breakfast bar but will need to do them in sections to make installation more manageable. Would you recommend sealing before installation or after? I'm mostly concerned if the joint seals will be affected one way or another. And I second the request for a vid regarding stains and such
I would seal before installing but that’s just me. In the end I don’t think it matter. Thank you so much Leslie!
I love the creative applications your followers used. You make it look soooo easy!
Love your videos!! You’re super entertaining and knowledgeable!! Hope you have more videos coming soon, it’s going on a month!! It would be cool if you could do a video on ways to dye concrete or make it look like stone and what’s best to use!! Thank you for your videos!!
Epoxy has a great shine
Can you do a video next on different types of stains for concrete?
Absolutely! It’s definitely on the list!
Great videos! I continue to watch them all. Show concrete staining coloring tips👍🏼
I'm getting ready to use the glaze coat on an indoor concrete slab. This video killed it on what different brands there are, how to use them, and the results. Best sealing video out there!👍 You now have a new subscriber.
I think I like the first sealer the best overall, especially if I was making a table top or outdoor bar like in your other videos. If I was making like actual countertops for my kitchen or bathroom I think I would go with the epoxy though.
Another spectacular video btw, you really need to quit your day job and move where the weather is nice year around so we can get a couple videos a week lol.
Lol 😂 thank you so much David!
Great vid bro!!! Thanx for the shout out. Was so cool to see my lil home project on here.
No no no, THANK YOU! I was so happy to see you message pop up because you were the last fella I needed permission from and I was so scared that I was going to have to take you out of the vid lol ! I’m just sad that I didn’t have time to add your latest pictures into the video😢 The new pics you sent me were beyond awesome! Thank you so much for being apart of this whole thing man! 😉👍🏻👊🏻
Wish I would have got you the other ones quicker. Super cool. Alaska winter honey-do list has one less thing on it. Lol
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@@bonahisme Awesome job, Jonah. I've been trying to figure out how to dye the Rapid Set like you did and thought I'd ask how you achieved it? I was thinking something like Cheng Concreter Countertop Pro-Formula Mix might work as an additive, but I'm also hesitant to mix products from different manufacturers as they might not play nice in the long run. Would appreciate the tip! Cheers
tastybarrels9 no problem 👍🏻
Cheng pro formula is a stand alone product line. Super good, but very high-end. This is a much more affordable alternative. As far as the dyes or coloring goes, I used concrete dry pigment. Very cheap for a small one pound bag. I went to my local concrete company and bought it from them. They had a book with many colors to choose from. I tried to get it at Home Depot, but they don’t carry any dyes.
I hope this is helpful. If you have anymore questions feel free to ask.
Inspired. This spring I plan on practicing on my outdoor grilling area before I attempt an indoor countertop.
amazing work man! When i get my next home i think this will be the perfect project for an outdoor bar/kitchen grill area!
Excellent video! As for which finish is the best? They all are, it depends on what it's being used for. Nice heads up on the food safe products also.
Thank you so much Jeff!
1 + 2 I like the most of all
Love love love your videos!!! Thanks so much for all the work you do and share!!!
Thank you so much Kathy!
I agree with some of the peeps down below, your videos are well made and to the point. Thanks!