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Make Concrete Flower Pots by Vicky Smith
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Concrete planters are surprisingly affordable and easy to make at home. With a handful of simple materials, you will be amazed at the vast array of planters that can be created that reflect your tastes and preferences. This article will outline one method of making simple concrete planters for a garden, deck, patio, or balcony. Set aside at least one afternoon, and allow up to a week for your planter to be cured and ready for use. As you become more adept at this method, you may wish to try more intricate designs. Instructions of making concrete flower pots as follows: Firstly, rub oil or wax over the entire surface of the inside of the larger plywood box, and over the entire surface of the outside of the smaller one. This will ensure easier removal later. Secondly, mix the concrete according to the supplier or manufacturer’s directions. If you are using a special concrete dye to color your concrete planter, add it at this step. Thirdly, pour a 2-inch deep base layer in the larger box. Insert the pipes along the perimeter of the larger box. This will make drain holes for the planter. Smooth the surface of the concrete around the pipes. Fourthly, place the smaller plywood in the center of the larger box. Press it gently over the concrete base layer, and add concrete mix around the edges of the plywood mold, between the large and small boxes. Compress the concrete around the mold as you pour it. Use the trowel to keep it smooth. Fifthly, keep the concrete moist to control curing. Wait 24 hours before removing the plywood mold from around your concrete planter. Keep the new planter damp for up to a week before using it as a planter. Sixthly, spray the concrete planter with a garden hose and allow it to air dry for an hour or two before adding potting soil and new plants. Tips & Warnings Search around your home for containers of different or unusual size and shape to create unique planters in a variety of styles. Pay attention to containers that may lend interesting textures or decorative surfaces. When handling your finished concrete planters, remember that they will be heavy for their size. Use protective gloves to help you to hold and transport them safely, especially once they are filled. Finally, let me have a short conclusion. As a famous business E-platform of promoting stone industry, we are in possession of a powerful technology group and high-efficiency operations management system. During its brand construction, STONEBTB.com has been continuously merging all kinds of resources together, in which regard not only has it realized the strategic combination of Stones Yellow Pages and overseas famous stone magazines, but also its good cooperation with overseas stone associations and organizations. So far, STONEBTB.com has finally become the global top-ranking service provider of trade information, providing the most comprehensive, accurate, and efficient international stone business information for stone enterprises and company all over the world. If you are interested in us and want to consult us freely, you can also see diamond or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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