Great educational video. Thank you Bondo. Like you I wish RUclips was around 60 years ago. I made my bones with concrete working for Polish masons back in the 60's. We worked off of mortar pans and not cement trucks on many many jobs. I miss and then again I don't miss those days.
Great job Bondo. You’re doing a fantastic job. Everybody else has to spend a lot of money to make RUclips videos. Lots of RUclips channels don’t make it cause they spend to much money to make videos. Used to poor with my uncle. He always kept it cheap and easy👊👍
Excellent and detailed description, on the processes of concrete finishing work. Someone who repeats themselves is a sign of pride in the work they do. Outstanding. Just a thought, cheers 🍻 👍
After viewing almost every video, we look at each other and say, "I didn't know that." Thanks again for your detailed instruction. Many of us are DYI'ers until we realize we are out of our element - to quote Clint Eastwood, "Every man's got to know his limitations," and we are learning ours. You can teach an old dog new tricks. Best regards to the BB crew, and to Roe, who seems to have stolen our hearts...
I worked with a guy who was a 40 year union finisher (retired). He said that some job were specked so tight that they would wear aluminum rods out going over their pours so many times with the rod boards. Toyota proving grounds if i remember right. He finished with us until he was 77, when I went out of business.
I miss the good old here comes the mud days. Hahaha. We were nuts though but being from mass.and working in texas people saught us out. We were the best. Alot of famous clients. Looks like you men are the same. Nice to see 💪💪👍👍 left a comment on this one by mistake. Check it...
Hay a friend I met and worked with from Texarkana his name was Burl Ma.Clure.haha being from Massachusetts. We found that name funny as all hell. He ate a raw onion a day just like and Apple. R I P Burl 💪💪
Nice job guys as always I use to do big warehouse floors and they wanted it nice and black burn it right in so it was really really smooth on the sidewalk driveway is a broom finish
when we cut out doorways we cut the form side down 3/4" and cut the top 2" past the wall that way the track to the door can sit in the cutout to help keep the water out. nice slab, guysl
Yes we have used it before. It is good but not as good as real texture by a hand finish. Sometimes we have to burn it in if its hot out or to big a floor though.
@@bondobuilt386 Yup brother...my last big huge career concrete project we poured a 400 foot bridge with walk way and architexual abutment wall right on the lake...only problem was it was -14° when the mud showed up...I think we bought every concrete blanket in the state for that job...lol..!
@@bondobuilt386 Yup, day I was forced out for health, we poured a three truck street apron...I had to put down my come along several times, hot afternoon pour. Heart attacks, three of'em. I drove myself to ER...Doc said what ya' been doin? I said pouring/finishing 27 yards of concrete, he said sit down don't move. Bondo I see your boys that smoke, please tell'em my story...maybe save their life brother. Cheers
Hey Bondo, watch all your videos, always learning something new. I'm building a 40 by 64 poll barn, is 3'' fall enough from the back to the garage door?
There’s always Brand X in the Square, actually there’s 2 Different Brand X suppliers there! LOL 😂 This first driver is a good operator.👍 Second guy is pretty good as well. Perflat? I believe out of Buffalo.
@@bondobuilt386 It wasn’t his first rodeo behind the wheel, he actually laid it down better in my opinion than the second driver, and he was pretty damned good as well. I had a lot of years behind the wheel of a front, they appear easy to operate, they are not.
32:26 - leaving it fuzzy? Thats why you maybe should use mags made of wood or composite? They will leave the surface open, and not polish it and trap the bleed water right below the surface. Problem with that is that it will increase the water/cement ratio, and weaken the surface. I have been told I am wrong by someone who had been using magnesium mags for 50 years, and never had had any problems with it! 50 years!
@@bondobuilt386 You are lucky to have Steve on your crew. All of your guys are happy......er at least they appear to be on camera..LOL. Lucky to have a solid crew.
We specialized in swimming pool decks. Ever do a shuffle board. ?? Wait you guys are from new york. Thought you were southern dudes for some stupid reason. We might know some of the same people.
Great educational video. Thank you Bondo. Like you I wish RUclips was around 60 years ago. I made my bones with concrete working for Polish masons back in the 60's. We worked off of mortar pans and not cement trucks on many many jobs. I miss and then again I don't miss those days.
Thats awesome and I understand you miss but do not miss it. LOL
Those guys are full of knowledge. You have a great crew and you do not skimp on manpower. Thanks for the videos.
Your welcome 🙂
Leave something to finish! I've taught that trick to a lot of crews. Great that you're teaching these tricks.
Ya it’s important but few finishers know how to leave the fuzz.
Great job Bondo. You’re doing a fantastic job. Everybody else has to spend a lot of money to make RUclips videos. Lots of RUclips channels don’t make it cause they spend to much money to make videos. Used to poor with my uncle. He always kept it cheap and easy👊👍
Ya I just spend a bunch of time doing these videos and try to keep it entertaining and educational. 😀
Excellent and detailed description, on the processes of concrete finishing work. Someone who repeats themselves is a sign of pride in the work they do. Outstanding. Just a thought, cheers 🍻 👍
thank you Freddy.
After viewing almost every video, we look at each other and say, "I didn't know that." Thanks again for your detailed instruction. Many of us are DYI'ers until we realize we are out of our element - to quote Clint Eastwood, "Every man's got to know his limitations," and we are learning ours. You can teach an old dog new tricks. Best regards to the BB crew, and to Roe, who seems to have stolen our hearts...
40 plus years in concert and heavy construction in retired a few years ago keep up the great work
Thanks John. That means a lot from a veteran like you.
The inside of your house looks awesome. The floors are amazing
Thanks Chad. 😀
Very tidy and neat job guys !
thanks 😀
Thank for the finishing pointers. This was a very interesting and informative video. I enjoy all your videos.
You certainly have talented people working with you. Very impressive!!
Your machine man is a badass. He’s for sure finished a million a year on a rider.
Chris does an awesome job for sure. Glad to have him.
Incredible details!!
Really like your work and appreciate the extra detail and tips you shared!
Great team! 👍🏻
Excellent finish and appreciate the finishing tips.
Your welcome Scott
Man.....Ron...Outstanding Video! Informative and very much appreciated! Learned a great deal. Thank You
Awesome and I am glad to share these things with you guys.
I worked with a guy who was a 40 year union finisher (retired). He said that some job were specked so tight that they would wear aluminum rods out going over their pours so many times with the rod boards. Toyota proving grounds if i remember right. He finished with us until he was 77, when I went out of business.
77 Thats awesome. I'll bet he was a wealth of knowledge. I love learning from people that are better than me.
I miss the good old here comes the mud days. Hahaha. We were nuts though but being from mass.and working in texas people saught us out. We were the best. Alot of famous clients. Looks like you men are the same. Nice to see 💪💪👍👍 left a comment on this one by mistake. Check it...
Hay a friend I met and worked with from Texarkana his name was Burl Ma.Clure.haha being from Massachusetts. We found that name funny as all hell. He ate a raw onion a day just like and Apple. R I P Burl 💪💪
Great job. Very educational.
Great job on the Tips.🎉
Glad you enjoyed it.
Always enjoy your videos and roeder is good to take with you a man’s best friend . 😊
Nice job guys as always I use to do big warehouse floors and they wanted it nice and black burn it right in so it was really really smooth on the sidewalk driveway is a broom finish
Ya we will burn in the big floor most the time.
The mesh police have informed me that your not lifting the mesh high enough 😂😂😂😂 just kidding brother looks good HERE COMES THE MUD 👊😂👍🇺🇲 FJB
FDT
Ya these guys kill me. LOL
What we call float finish here in UK. Normally achieved with wood or plastic float. Trowel is used to describe steel or ally tool.
I have never used a wood or plastic float before but I know a mag needs to be broke in to get the fuzz.
Looks great.
Thanks Kevin.
when we cut out doorways we cut the form side down 3/4" and cut the top 2" past the wall that way the track to the door can sit in the cutout to help keep the water out. nice slab, guysl
I did it that way as well, it’s a weather lip, works great! 😳
I have seen it done that way
@@bondobuilt386 If the door is facing windward, it stops the snow or rain from working its way under the door seal.
Comment for help... nice work again
There is a product called Gator Gripe to mix into the sealer so makes the concrete non slippery
Yes we have used it before. It is good but not as good as real texture by a hand finish. Sometimes we have to burn it in if its hot out or to big a floor though.
It means my mud is flashing and I better get my behind moving...lol, great work bro; Cheers...!
Yup for sure. Thanks Jimmy.
@@bondobuilt386 Yup brother...my last big huge career concrete project we poured a 400 foot bridge with walk way and architexual abutment wall right on the lake...only problem was it was -14° when the mud showed up...I think we bought every concrete blanket in the state for that job...lol..!
@@jimmystuckeysongs3859 Ya them cold winter poured are not fun LOL
@@bondobuilt386 Yup, day I was forced out for health, we poured a three truck street apron...I had to put down my come along several times, hot afternoon pour. Heart attacks, three of'em. I drove myself to ER...Doc said what ya' been doin? I said pouring/finishing 27 yards of concrete, he said sit down don't move. Bondo I see your boys that smoke, please tell'em my story...maybe save their life brother.
Cheers
new info after 30 years, we can all learn for a long time
Cool job !
Thank you.
Turn out nice 👍 😊
Nice job as always FJB 👍
Thank you.
Hey Bondo, watch all your videos, always learning something new. I'm building a 40 by 64 poll barn, is 3'' fall enough from the back to the garage door?
There’s always Brand X in the Square, actually there’s 2 Different Brand X suppliers there! LOL 😂 This first driver is a good operator.👍 Second guy is pretty good as well. Perflat? I believe out of Buffalo.
The first driver ownes this concrete plant. Got to respect him for sure.
@@bondobuilt386 It wasn’t his first rodeo behind the wheel, he actually laid it down better in my opinion than the second driver, and he was pretty damned good as well. I had a lot of years behind the wheel of a front, they appear easy to operate, they are not.
THAT WAS LEARNING LESSON. Did not know that...
Great glad to help.
Not bad driving for the big old boss man in that first truck. He laid it down pretty flat.
Johnny is the man. He for sure does not need to be in a truck and there he is killing it. RESPECT
450 👍's up BB thank you for sharing 🤗
Thanks Scott.
What’s up Bondo and Crew. Job looks Good as always.
#FJB🤙🔥🇺🇸
Thanks buddy.
My cousin used blocks 12/12/32 on his house in the Philippines
Cool. I would like to see that.
I always thought the brooming was for traction. I guess it's muliple function.
Yes it is for both.
kkeep up the great videos
We will . Thank you.
Great dog!
Thank you.
32:26 - leaving it fuzzy? Thats why you maybe should use mags made of wood or composite? They will leave the surface open, and not polish it and trap the bleed water right below the surface. Problem with that is that it will increase the water/cement ratio, and weaken the surface. I have been told I am wrong by someone who had been using magnesium mags for 50 years, and never had had any problems with it! 50 years!
You are correct in what you are saying. I think you can achieve an open floated surface with a well broke in mag float as well as wood or polymer.
@@bondobuilt386 A mag float MAY work, but wood or polymer WILL NOT seal the surface. You get yourself a polymer float, and report back to us some day?
Great video, solid tips. 👍Do you sell your t-shirts?
The new guy is bad ass
What's a budgetary number for a foundation and floor like this one
Same hand finishing, leave it a little fuzzy instead of chatter and orange peel
Exactly for sure.
I once saw them throwing cement powder on the concrete while blading it with the machine, what was that for, does anybody know?
Maybe it got rained on?
awesome
Thank you.
The fuzz was just fuzzy enough. No duck nests in that flat slab
Oh and the damn wire mesh!!!!!!
Ya we got people talking about it again. LOL
@@bondobuilt386 You are lucky to have Steve on your crew. All of your guys are happy......er at least they appear to be on camera..LOL. Lucky to have a solid crew.
@@Corey-dy2cq I have a great crew but I do not have a Steve o the team. I think you mean Chris?
thxs i have been schooled bow ur majesty lol, kegs arriving becuz u mil lite lol
Glad to help. Thanks for the keg. LOL
Bondo do you add 6 in. To your overhead door openings. We did
The carpenter wanted 3" but sometimes we do 6" also.
6 gives you track room
Chris looks like a guy that worked for M4 in Merced California . Is that correct?
No I do not think so.
nice job but what about that wire lol
Ya the wire. LMAO
We specialized in swimming pool decks. Ever do a shuffle board. ?? Wait you guys are from new york. Thought you were southern dudes for some stupid reason. We might know some of the same people.
Pick up the wire mesh doesn’t do any good on the bottom
You are either joking or you did not watch the video. Or just plain special needs. LOL
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@@bondobuilt386 😘👍
1 million a year, thats kinda hard to believe. I would wager it is incorrect