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Here's how to do real-looking stone concrete for a few cents each! With these instructions, available everywhere molds, concrete and found objects in your building, you can make thick or stone veneer for about $ 0.55 a square foot, depending on thickness. Why pay about $ 6.00 retail? And you can make the stone all the colors you want. Make your garden shed, garage, basement, or yard. Everyone can do it! Just follow these simple instructions, step by step.

Needed: mussels - mixing tank or wheelbarrow - bags pre-mix concrete - dye - water - shovel - plastic wrap or foil - plastic gloves and goggles - the release - desire.

The manufacture of concrete STONE: You can do almost anywhere concrete pours, and depending on the temperature at any time. The key is to stay above freezing temperatures during mixing and curing process. Once the concrete is cured, the temperature is not a factor. The stone veneer can be stored outside without a problem. After mixing and in the process of hardening, it is preferable to produce the stone as a moderator of a temperature as possible, while concrete sets and cures for almost any temperature.

CONCRETE MOLD PREPARATION: First, apply a release for the molds. Use a commercial release or a vegetable oil lightly. For convenience, the release of spraying a spray plant mister Dollar Store directly into the mold. Spread the oil and wipe the excess with a sponge or cotton cloth fine. A very light coating is all that is needed. For a random effect of natural shade, sprinkle with powdered dye into the oiled mold. Shake it from side to side. Use a brush to apply the dye in the interior of the mold. The natural looking results are obtained with a random dispersion of dust and a couple of colors.

MIXED BAG OF CONCRETE PREMIX: If you have a very big project, or if you want to use a mixture of base concrete with Portland cement, or if you want a lightweight concrete, concrete base mixes are available on Google, concise, step by step instructions are normally with molds.

The bag of concrete mix instructions. You want a stiff mix, but not one that is too dry. It does not flow like the batter. Too thin a mixture will give you a small stone. For the color of your stone, a mixture of dye powder in the dry concrete first. If you use a dye liquid, add water to your first batch, then proceed as usual. When your concrete is mixed and color, fill half the mold. Immediately bouncing your mold upside down to help compact the concrete mixture, and break the air pockets to ensure a solid foundation. Then fill the molds in the rest of the road. excess liquid amount to the surface during this process. Do not remove this water, because it contributes to hydration. Now, put your filled mold on a flat surface, away from direct sunlight. Cover with plastic. Keep the wet concrete as long as possible. The hydration process is what helps the healing stone. Leave the filled molds itself around 24 hours. The concrete will be stronger, he has hardened in the mold.

Divesting: Normally, you can unmold your stone after 24 hours. Place your mold plate with the face of the mold up. Gently lift the mold off the corners. It will normally be your stone easily. If it sticks, gently press the center and each corner of the mold slightly to help loosen. There you have it! If you are going to pay more stones at once, apply mold release and follow the procedure as before. Use the release to help remove the color or concrete that may have stuck to your molds.

CURE YOUR STONE: You must now put your stones in a protected area and cover again with plastic to keep moisture in. Let them cure for a week or two before applying a sealer. For exterior applications, use a penetrating sealer to prevent stains. If i.