Hi thank you for the video it will help as i complete my turtle. Couple of questions what were the "sticks" you placed in between? How much cement did you use? This is my first one and I don't want it to come out looking bad. lol
Looked on Amazon and it's 17 lbs of cement per turtle. You can use wire mesh too. I haven't done it yet but I've researched this extensively. Enough to decide not to do it, as I need 12 stepping stones and for the cost, effort, and time to make 12 turtles, I prefer to buy pavers at Lowes. I'm a DIY but it has to make sense (financially for starters). Have fun!
True, it can be time-consuming. With one mold, it can take 6 days to make 12 turtle stones, 2 per day. But based on experience, 17 lbs. of cement per turtle is too much. I usually use a 2:1 (cement:sand) ratio, but 1:1 is fine, too. I use a mug to measure both my cement and sand, and one stone consumes 6 mugs of cement, which is less than 17 lbs.
Hi!! I'm planning to buy one too.. What if I do not use sand in the mixture? 100% cement and no sand. Is the turtle will long lasting? I mean, will it crack easily? Tq..
Hi! Thanks for checking out this channel. According to a quick Google search, concrete is more durable than pure cement. It also gets stronger as it ages. Hope this helps! :)
Hello, Richard! It helps to do it in sections. Scoop or pour about a quarter of the total mixture into the mold, and then gently give the mold a tap for about a minute. You can also use a power tool that vibrates such as a palm sander. Do this until you're finished. Hope this helps!
Hi there, I have purchased the mould to make stepping stones for our wildlife garden and we'll be using a ready mix concrete mixture, how much of the dry mix does each stone take?
Hi! I haven't tried any of those just-add-water products. Using a mug to measure my cement and sand, it takes a total of 12 mugs (of my cement-sand mix) per turtle following a 1:1 cement:sand ratio. Hope this helps!
Its only illegal if you get caught! ;) Also, if you're just selling a few to some friends or even just acquaintances, who is really gonna complain about it? Now if you have an underground factory with forced child labor.... I'd say you probably should NOT do that.... unless you've got some really dedicated arts and crafts kids!!!
Hi! Hope these suggestions help. 1.) Try adding a little bit more (but not soaking) vegetable or motor oil. 2.) Don't fill the mold up to the brim to give you some space for demolding. 3.) Demold at a later time, but keep it under 24 hours. 4.) Put a foam or layers of clothes underneath the concrete when demolding. 5.) To release the concrete, gently tap the middle part - not the feet - until you hear "the sound of a hollow cavity." Then, carefully push the concrete out.
@@larryvisgar7115 Not an engineer, but based on what I've read, strength entails a few things. One is the ratio of your cement and aggregate (like sand). Another is the conditions that may have an effect on curing time. This is where the plastic bag comes in.
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Yes I have one and have been very pleased with results
Nice!
Nice video! If you're selling them, how long do wait for the concrete to cure before selling them?
Hi thank you for the video it will help as i complete my turtle. Couple of questions what were the "sticks" you placed in between? How much cement did you use? This is my first one and I don't want it to come out looking bad. lol
Hi! Glad to hear that. As for your questions, those are wires. You can use 2 parts cement, 1 part sand. 🙂
Looked on Amazon and it's 17 lbs of cement per turtle. You can use wire mesh too. I haven't done it yet but I've researched this extensively. Enough to decide not to do it, as I need 12 stepping stones and for the cost, effort, and time to make 12 turtles, I prefer to buy pavers at Lowes. I'm a DIY but it has to make sense (financially for starters). Have fun!
True, it can be time-consuming. With one mold, it can take 6 days to make 12 turtle stones, 2 per day. But based on experience, 17 lbs. of cement per turtle is too much. I usually use a 2:1 (cement:sand) ratio, but 1:1 is fine, too. I use a mug to measure both my cement and sand, and one stone consumes 6 mugs of cement, which is less than 17 lbs.
You can use chicken wire too
Hi!!
I'm planning to buy one too..
What if I do not use sand in the mixture?
100% cement and no sand.
Is the turtle will long lasting? I mean, will it crack easily? Tq..
Hi! Thanks for checking out this channel. According to a quick Google search, concrete is more durable than pure cement. It also gets stronger as it ages. Hope this helps! :)
That is so cool :) Good job.
Thanks!
Hi, I made one but it had holes or air bubbles when I removed the mold. Would you know how to reduce that or what created the air bubbles. Thank you.
Hello, Richard! It helps to do it in sections. Scoop or pour about a quarter of the total mixture into the mold, and then gently give the mold a tap for about a minute. You can also use a power tool that vibrates such as a palm sander. Do this until you're finished. Hope this helps!
@@DIYKalinga I'll try that. Thank you thank you.
Hi there, I have purchased the mould to make stepping stones for our wildlife garden and we'll be using a ready mix concrete mixture, how much of the dry mix does each stone take?
Hi! I haven't tried any of those just-add-water products. Using a mug to measure my cement and sand, it takes a total of 12 mugs (of my cement-sand mix) per turtle following a 1:1 cement:sand ratio. Hope this helps!
@@DIYKalinga Hi, thank you so much for the reply, is that a standard drinking mug size?
Yes. 🙂
What are those bits that you added halfway through? Wire snippets or sticks?
Hi! Wire.
What kind of bowl did you use to mix it in? Also how do you clean the mold after you pop out the turtle?
Any bowl would do, just clean it well after. Use soapy water to get rid of the excess oil.
@@DIYKalinga Thank you I am just learning how to do this stuff.
eyerize37 No problem! 😭
Kind of an odd question but I've been looking to start making and selling items like this. Is it legal to buy molds and sell the final product?
Sorry, I can't answer that. It's best to ask someone with legal expertise.
Its only illegal if you get caught! ;) Also, if you're just selling a few to some friends or even just acquaintances, who is really gonna complain about it? Now if you have an underground factory with forced child labor.... I'd say you probably should NOT do that.... unless you've got some really dedicated arts and crafts kids!!!
Hi what mix did you use for the mould 🤗
Mats Life in photography and videos Hi! I switch between 1:1 and 1:2 (cement:sand). 🙂
I love this and have been making them but the feet keep cracking off when I unmold it, any advice?
Hi! Hope these suggestions help. 1.) Try adding a little bit more (but not soaking) vegetable or motor oil. 2.) Don't fill the mold up to the brim to give you some space for demolding. 3.) Demold at a later time, but keep it under 24 hours. 4.) Put a foam or layers of clothes underneath the concrete when demolding. 5.) To release the concrete, gently tap the middle part - not the feet - until you hear "the sound of a hollow cavity." Then, carefully push the concrete out.
I had bought cement with the rocks by accident and add small scraps of wire around . Held very well
Use a bit mor water and tap the mold to remove air bubbles
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Why did you put a plastic bag over it? And have you had alot of problems with the tail or limbs breaking?
To prevent loss of too much water/moisture. Only if you stomp too hard.
@@DIYKalinga does that help with strength? I noticed yesterday the tail comes off with little effort. Not sure why
@@larryvisgar7115 Not an engineer, but based on what I've read, strength entails a few things. One is the ratio of your cement and aggregate (like sand). Another is the conditions that may have an effect on curing time. This is where the plastic bag comes in.
im trying this turtle but the limbs head just keep falling off! going to try one more time putting skewers in the cement.might help with breakage.
Would mortar mix work?
Yes, but mortar mix is made for a different purpose.
Hi dear, What's the weight of each piece?
Hi! The resulting concrete weighs about 5 kgs.
No longer available per the web site.
Hi! There are several other sellers.
Can I paint them?
Hi! Yes, you can.
I hope you are wearing a mask for that mixing!
Thanks for the concern. I appreciate it. :)
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I Bought one.. I need another 😂
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Would you like another, how much did you pay for it.
Would you like another, how much did you pay for it.
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