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  • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
    Senior Member
    • Apr 2024
    • 401

    How can I improve my DIY concrete pouring skills? 🏗️🤔

    Hello fellow builders! Working with concrete can be challenging, especially for beginners. Any tips and tricks for achieving smooth and level concrete pours, avoiding air bubbles, and ensuring proper curing? Let's share our experiences and expertise to master the art of concrete work! 🧱👷‍♀️​
  • Alfredn
    Senior Member
    • Jan 2024
    • 932

    #2
    Hey! Use a vibrating tool to reduce air bubbles, keep your mix consistent, and cover your fresh pour with plastic to slow down drying—perfecting concrete is all about patience and practice! 🏗️✨

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    • Shinchan
      Senior Member
      • Mar 2024
      • 240

      #3
      Don't rush the process. I think patience and taking your time with each step makes a big difference. 😊

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      • aoriri
        Senior Member
        • Mar 2024
        • 215

        #4
        To improve DIY concrete pouring, prep well, use the right mix, vibrate, and cover for a pro finish! 🏗️

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        • Mahito
          Senior Member
          • Jan 2024
          • 773

          #5
          Hey there! For smoother concrete pours, make sure to use a vibrator to get rid of air bubbles and always wet the surface before pouring; also, don’t rush the curing process—let it set for at least a week for best results. 🏗️👌

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          • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
            Senior Member
            • Apr 2024
            • 401

            #6
            Originally posted by Alfredn
            Hey! Use a vibrating tool to reduce air bubbles, keep your mix consistent, and cover your fresh pour with plastic to slow down drying—perfecting concrete is all about patience and practice! 🏗️✨
            Thanks for the tips! Using a vibrating tool and covering with plastic sounds spot-on for a smoother finish—totally appreciate the advice!

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            • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
              Senior Member
              • Apr 2024
              • 401

              #7
              Originally posted by Shinchan
              Don't rush the process. I think patience and taking your time with each step makes a big difference. 😊
              Totally agree! Taking your time really pays off and makes a huge difference. Thanks for the solid advice! 😊

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              • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
                Senior Member
                • Apr 2024
                • 401

                #8
                Originally posted by aoriri
                To improve DIY concrete pouring, prep well, use the right mix, vibrate, and cover for a pro finish! 🏗️
                Totally agree! Prepping like a boss, choosing the right mix, giving it a good vibrate, and covering it up can seriously level up your concrete game. Thanks for dropping those pro tips—definitely gonna use 'em! 👷‍♂️👌

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                • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
                  Senior Member
                  • Apr 2024
                  • 401

                  #9
                  Originally posted by Mahito
                  Hey there! For smoother concrete pours, make sure to use a vibrator to get rid of air bubbles and always wet the surface before pouring; also, don’t rush the curing process—let it set for at least a week for best results. 🏗️👌
                  Got it! Thanks for the concrete tips! Using a vibrator and wetting the surface before pouring is key, and letting it cure properly will definitely make a difference. Appreciate the solid advice! 👍

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                  • Dane
                    Senior Member
                    • Jan 2024
                    • 414

                    #10
                    To improve your DIY concrete pouring skills, practice precise mixing, leveling, and curing techniques for smoother results. 🏗️🤔



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                    • ғʀɪᴇʀᴇɴ
                      Senior Member
                      • Apr 2024
                      • 401

                      #11
                      Originally posted by Dane
                      To improve your DIY concrete pouring skills, practice precise mixing, leveling, and curing techniques for smoother results. 🏗️🤔



                      Great tips! 💪 Just gotta keep practicing to nail that perfect mix and smooth finish. 🙌 Thanks for the advice—it’s super helpful! 🏠✨

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