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Joined: Apr 11th, '12, 16:39
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Post concrete counter top
Hi, I am thinking about making a concrete laundry counter top. Since I've never done this before I need some tips on: what concrete should be used? where to get coloring and sealing materials? And finally how soon to take the form a part?
Any information will be greatly appreciated.


Apr 17th, '12, 11:34
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Hi
Concrete mix: Make it rich - 2parts cement, 2 parts sand, 3 parts gravel – don’t make it too sloppy, if you do water may separate from the mixture.
Colors: If you can’t find it in Merida, use instead colored unsanded tile grout.
Technique is simple and is very well explained at:
http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-build-and-install-a-concrete-countertop/page-2.html#step3
Adam


Apr 19th, '12, 17:53
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Very nice site! Very useful. I have already bookmarked it. Thank you for providing the tool!


Apr 23rd, '12, 10:45
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After two hard days of work it is done, my new question is;
do I need to seal it? And if so, what kind of sealer would you recommend.


May 2nd, '12, 21:25
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Hi JR
Yes, definitely you have to seal it. But first let it dry completely, I wouldn’t apply any sealer before first 30 days of drying.
Then use low density deep penetrating sealer and remember- with sealers you have only one chance to seal it right, there won’t be a second chance. Those types of sealers are available in Merida in ceramic tile stores and Home Depot.


Sep 17th, '12, 11:07
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