make Thin CSA Concrete Garden Boxes PART 4 - cast garden forms

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  • Опубліковано 7 лип 2019
  • Make your own Thin, Lightweight CSA Concrete Garden Boxes! Build the forms and cast your own reinforced high strength concrete panels that join together to make long lasting and durable garden boxes. I'll make a thinner, stronger, lightweight concrete panel for my garden from CSA Concrete. This is Part 4 of the series.
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  • @MANaboutTOOLS
    @MANaboutTOOLS  3 місяці тому +3

    I now have molds ready-to-go here: manabouttools.com/product-category/abs-plastic-molds/

    • @nate11718
      @nate11718 Місяць тому

      Are the molds based on the original design or the thinner version that you made in your part 4 video?

  • @RestingScotFace
    @RestingScotFace 4 роки тому +503

    This man must be the kindest soul on youtube. He's the Bob Ross of concrete garden beds

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому +11

      Ha! Thanks for that! ;o)

    • @ottomaguire2443
      @ottomaguire2443 4 роки тому +15

      Those look like happy beds to me

    • @marcokubuo8632
      @marcokubuo8632 4 роки тому

      Or gay....🙄

    • @terrijuanette486
      @terrijuanette486 4 роки тому +23

      Yep! A gentle voice explaining clearly and plainly - without background music - is so pleasant to the ears! I subscribed.

    • @ottomaguire2443
      @ottomaguire2443 4 роки тому +6

      @@terrijuanette486 I don't like background music either, he speaks succinctly even my mom can understand him

  • @metamud8686
    @metamud8686 4 роки тому +350

    As a computer scientist working with abstract ideas all day long, I can only say I love seeing something concrete. :-)

  • @flowerpt
    @flowerpt 4 роки тому +149

    Vibrating out the air bubbles with a reciprocating saw body - absolute genius!

    • @0ldw3lshm4n
      @0ldw3lshm4n 4 роки тому +1

      just use a sander

    • @andreewert1142
      @andreewert1142 4 роки тому +4

      you could use your wife s vibrator too...lol

    • @tkstruck
      @tkstruck 4 роки тому +2

      Did this with a concrete counter top using the same rapid set for a vanity... Works like a champ

    • @Gen2026
      @Gen2026 4 роки тому +1

      @@tkstruck Did you use the same type of concrete for your counter top? MY son has been wanting a portable kitchen island with a concrete countertop but I was concerned about the weight. This sounds like a viable option....but how did you seal the top?

    • @tkstruck
      @tkstruck 4 роки тому +2

      Genna Hargis
      Hi there! I used the rapid set mortar mix with flow control and a little set control for a vanity. If you care about the finish use melamine for the form it’s sacrificial and gives a smooth finish. This guy does a good job m.ua-cam.com/video/T7mYB6x68DY/v-deo.html I sealed it with food grade granite and stone sealer. The vanity was approx 42x 27 with a cut out for the sink and I could manhandle it into place, though it’s not light! Hope that helps

  • @Changtent
    @Changtent 4 роки тому +123

    As a diy home handyman, I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this series. Thank you. The obvious (to me) thought is that there must be significant market value in supplying these panels in a ready-made format. While many of us will enjoy making our own panels, I expect ten times more people would prefer to just buy them at a local building store. Great product idea.

    • @imbonnie
      @imbonnie 4 роки тому +7

      ditto, my thoughts too.

    • @tony69em
      @tony69em 2 роки тому +8

      Absolutely correct, I believe, about the ten times more people wanting to buy them premade. I'm one of them. In fact, I stopped the video and came to the comments to see if anyone had mentioned buying them. I agree with what you said 100%

    • @residuevideos
      @residuevideos 2 роки тому

      How much one should go for? Any ideas?

    • @mattmccallum2007
      @mattmccallum2007 10 місяців тому +2

      Someone could make a nice little home business with this idea.

  • @typeaboutit
    @typeaboutit 4 роки тому +213

    I love how meticulous, clear, and thorough and accurate you made this video, good job!

  • @frankligas2249
    @frankligas2249 4 роки тому +158

    Thanks for the video.
    Design suggestion #1. Since you switched to 2 x 12 lumber instead of plywood, you can take advantage of the wood grain. If you torch the lumber and then wire brush in the direction of the wood grain, you will pull up the wood grain. This texture will transfer to the concrete. You could then do a color wash, and dry rub paint job to bring out the look of wood grain in the concrete. This would leave a more nature oriented vibe to the garden, instead of an industrial vibe.

    • @slickrock1371
      @slickrock1371 4 роки тому +3

      That's a great idea, Frank!

    • @Shackman66
      @Shackman66 4 роки тому +2

      Nice hint. Could also tint the concrete.

    • @petertrezza9456
      @petertrezza9456 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah but that would make it grip the form more too.

    • @Hipporider
      @Hipporider 4 роки тому +10

      @@petertrezza9456 use a concrete mold release agent from a concrete building supplies business

    • @Hipporider
      @Hipporider 4 роки тому +2

      I used to see this technique at a pre cast concrete panel factory I used to work at. Looks good. Also, you could get very creative with designs on the mold that leave the impression on the mold

  • @trentonwilliams4095
    @trentonwilliams4095 4 роки тому +4

    I have to say thanks! Great work - camera work, sketch-up animations, plans, list of materials used. Not to mention it is a great project, and outcome. Thanks from Florida!

  • @syalutsa
    @syalutsa 4 роки тому +3

    Absolutely brilliant. I am replacing my wood framed raised beds every six or seven years. Thank you for your clear demonstration of how to build these.

  • @cap2c484
    @cap2c484 4 роки тому +81

    What an absolutely amazing amount of value you are providing to your viewers with this series. I am extremely grateful for these plans and tutorial videos. Thank you so much!

  • @NorthernKitty
    @NorthernKitty 4 роки тому +28

    This: "I'm amazed at the wealth of knowledge out there, and I so appreciate everyone who has shared it." We're just as amazed and as appreciative that you shared yours!! Thank you!!!

  • @kcsmith7379
    @kcsmith7379 4 роки тому +2

    Out of all that I watch, these are my favorite by far! Fantastic explanations and demonstrations, can't wait to follow all the future projects

  • @hassanbazzi3545
    @hassanbazzi3545 4 роки тому

    This is just amazing. I build a coffee table out of concrete but your method shows the ideas are endless. Thank you 🙏 for sharing and just a fantastic talent

  • @dr.phil-federalinspector6023
    @dr.phil-federalinspector6023 4 роки тому +13

    I have been in construction for over 25 yrs. This is fantastic..thank you so much..great idea..
    Who would have thought this ? Was really smart!!!

  • @moonraker814
    @moonraker814 4 роки тому +3

    Your videos about concrete garden boxes are awesome, I truly enjoy watching them! Please make some more, I will buy the plans, great value and entertaining! Thank you.

  • @ShahabGhazi
    @ShahabGhazi 4 роки тому +1

    This is probably the best and most useful video ive seen about creating concrete blocks and frames for them. Thank you for sharing.

  • @GreerGary
    @GreerGary Рік тому +3

    Hi Kent... Once again, a FANTASTIC and comprehensive effort for solving the rot problem on wooden raised beds. I love how you tested many varieties of mixes and thickness for optimal structural integrity and density to arrive at the thin CSA solution. While all of them look to work well, my back spoke loudly, "Go with thin CSA...!"

  • @jane5053
    @jane5053 Рік тому +9

    As a first time watcher, I immediately subscribed. This was an outstanding video presentation, and I love the way you do your work so precisely and beautifully. Thank you!

  • @sharonolsen6579
    @sharonolsen6579 4 роки тому +4

    If I had my own yard.. and tools... I would be making these TODAY ! I'm even thinking ... Much smaller forms for flower boxes.. of all sizes ! Love this series .. esp part 4 so far ... : D

  • @northeasttexasgardener6963
    @northeasttexasgardener6963 2 роки тому

    I stumbled onto this video due to UA-cam "recommended" and I'm so glad I clicked on it. I used to work with my step-dad in the summers pouring concrete slabs for homes and shops. And I recently started casting bird baths from light weight concrete. This looks like a project I would really like to try. Thank you so much for making this video. Now I need to watch the previous vids in the series.

  • @BrandonBlackmoor
    @BrandonBlackmoor 2 роки тому +7

    I love how you have revisited this design over and over, experimenting, sometimes failing, but making it better each time. You don't stubbornly stick to your initial design in defiance of reason and experience. If all things in life could work this way, the world would be a much better place.

  • @normannicks5179
    @normannicks5179 4 роки тому +10

    totally outstanding, and at a time when I have been struggling with what material to use for our raised bed systems. Thank you.

  • @Radmonkeyboy
    @Radmonkeyboy 4 роки тому +3

    I appreciate your sharing your learning process, and thoughtful and useful commentary

  • @TheShorebird
    @TheShorebird 4 роки тому

    I think you've got the best way to make your panels here with the mortar mix and thinner panels. The Mortar makes for a much better finished surface, plus it's stronger and lighter. Very nice, and thanks for taking the time to modify your original design to this one. It's really the best way to make a garden box that I've ever seen.

  • @malcolmlong5218
    @malcolmlong5218 4 роки тому +9

    Thoroughly enjoyed the video, the idea, and the instructional format...great job...Just cannot understand why anyone would put a thumbs down on this entire presentation. Even the comment suggestions are worth taking on board.

  • @ericsilva335
    @ericsilva335 2 роки тому +3

    I am using this project in my year 1 construction technology class. After poured the students will sell these.The plans look great and the video is very clear.

  • @army0fnobunaga
    @army0fnobunaga 4 роки тому +5

    This guy is just a great teacher. I subscribed just because I like his style. Not sure ill ever pour concrete (unless MaT has some system for keeping the work area clean) but I enjoy watching and learning what he is putting out.

  • @shockwavegaming1376
    @shockwavegaming1376 2 місяці тому +2

    This is going to be sooo useful in the garden of my near future homestead. I'm glad I came across the video and thank you for making it.

  • @ManuelRamirez-dq7cv
    @ManuelRamirez-dq7cv 4 роки тому

    You never cease to impress me!!! I truly enjoy watching your videos, please keep them coming!!!

  • @nancyclingan5396
    @nancyclingan5396 4 роки тому +3

    This is a much lighter way for making these boxes! You are doing such a great job, thanks!

  • @CitizenAyellowblue
    @CitizenAyellowblue 4 роки тому +7

    Brilliant! Too many termites where I live (Australia) to use wood, so my next raised beds will be made using these panels. Excellent design, and great documentation of the design process. Nice clear diction and easy to follow instructions. Well Done!

  • @ashleygraham1011
    @ashleygraham1011 Рік тому +1

    I was drinking my morning coffee brainstorming about how to make raised beds out of concrete. I really appreciate this tutorial!! Can wait to start😉

  • @tsadkiel2008
    @tsadkiel2008 4 роки тому +2

    Man, never thought about using the saw-z all for an agitator! Excellent! Thank you sir!

  • @phxtonash
    @phxtonash 4 роки тому +4

    I can't get enough of your garden box videos! Thx!

  • @tvc380
    @tvc380 4 роки тому +3

    Another great video. I thoroughly enjoy watching your improvements.

  • @kirstenwhitworth8079
    @kirstenwhitworth8079 4 роки тому

    I saw the first 3 videos last year and instantly fell in love with this design; I am glad to see an update this year. It's a very clever design.
    I didn't make them last year because I had no need for raised beds, but I would like to plant some asparagus in them sometime soon (i.e., within the next 5 years).
    Thanks for the update!
    It occurs to me that making the inset slightly deeper would also make them lighter, but doing so might compromise the strength; I'd have to experiment to tell.
    BTW - I raise a flock of voracious geese and ducks. I typically use 12" slices of cattle panel to exclude them from of my gardens; I have several of these short fences left over from another project. Your design lends itself well to attaching the fence by simply making the pins 12" longer, and connecting the panels to the pins, either with velcro or hog rings.
    I might experiment with concrete dye, too.

  • @allendeanhuscusson459
    @allendeanhuscusson459 2 роки тому

    I’m impressed with your diligence you’re an inspiration Frank

  • @williamgallaher1377
    @williamgallaher1377 4 роки тому +3

    You are an awesome instructor!!!
    Thank you very much for sharing.
    Looking forward to more videos.

  • @overlycranked8674
    @overlycranked8674 4 роки тому +7

    Excellent video capture and post processing complements your craftsmanship and delivering the story. Thank you for sharing this

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому

      Thank you! I really appreciate the support!

  • @elsiehaynes575
    @elsiehaynes575 4 роки тому +1

    This is the clearest, most concise video I've ever seen. Well done!

  • @odbo_One
    @odbo_One 2 роки тому +1

    Evolution of this concrete garden boxes is amazing. Thank you.

  • @rickross199
    @rickross199 4 роки тому +7

    Thank YOU for this brilliant idea and series!!!!

  • @anikac8380
    @anikac8380 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you! This is such a resource. I can point people to this when they talk about building garden boxes. Personally, soil holds itself up so I don’t feel the need, but boxes are so popular and there are so many poor choices of material available. I love these. That center indentation is perfect for embellishment: tile, beads, glass, shells, etc.

    • @idontthinkso666
      @idontthinkso666 Рік тому +1

      Where can I find this magic soil you speak of? Soil that holds itself up? What a wonder!

    • @anikac8380
      @anikac8380 Рік тому

      @@idontthinkso666 They’re called hills. Smaller ones often known as mounds. There’s a German term called (taking a stab at the spelling) hugelkultur. Hugelkultur beds are about 5 feet wide, and you dig down a couple feet, lay down brush and sticks followed by manure or other accumulated compostables, followed by the sawmill he removed. The result is around it over a mound that’s highest in the center, an arc in cross section. This is a shift from the usual flat top raised bed. The ark gives you a significant increase in surface area to plant. The rough stuff buried under the soil will decompose in its own time, lowering the height of the bed somewhat. NBD, we will still retain the increased planting area from the same square footage. And you don’t have to shred your branches and brambles! Looking back issues of organic gardening magazine, I think you’ll find it. Or… rip out the deep tap Ruthy perennial weeds, cover the bed with 45 layers of newsprint (dampened to keep the wind from throwing them around.) Cover the area entirely with as much quality compost as you can muster. If you have a stock pile of fall leaves and or grass clippings free of pesticide, keep that over everything! Grass clippings of tons of nutrients, dead leaves turn soil into chocolate cake! If you can get it, it’s phenomenally good mulch for a lazy, deep mulch system. If your neighbors don’t use Weed & Feed, Take those dead leaves off their hands!

  • @stevecraig3004
    @stevecraig3004 4 роки тому +1

    You are The Man! Great video series!
    I can't decide which is better-- your videography or your craftsmanship...!

  • @StonyRC
    @StonyRC 4 роки тому

    Very, VERY nicely done. Simple to construct and pour and a first-class finished result.

  • @DesertGardenPrepper
    @DesertGardenPrepper 4 роки тому +4

    knocked it out of the park with this one! genius.

  • @dustinolson9032
    @dustinolson9032 4 роки тому +15

    Those are slick and the application could be endless.

  • @varmintsniper2551
    @varmintsniper2551 2 роки тому

    Excellent series! I’ve been doing some landscaping around the the yard and have tons of concrete experience, so this is right up my alley.

  • @msack6904
    @msack6904 4 роки тому

    Thanks for your series on these panels. I've been needing to build a short height retaining wall for a driveway, I can modify these to varied lengths which will be perfect for my application. This should save me tons of money over standard retaining wall blocks.

  • @TonyGrant.
    @TonyGrant. 4 роки тому +4

    Looking forward to 3.5!
    For 4 maybe you could do some low profile ones for garden edging.
    For 5 you could do more of the same but curved - probably need to be poured vertically.
    Thanks for the great ideas and exploration.

  • @NovackGeorgeTT1971
    @NovackGeorgeTT1971 3 роки тому +7

    Listen to meeeee: I watched the original playwood construction part one 2 hours ago and just could not stop. I have binge watched concrete drying :( I dare you to judge me. :-) HOWEVER, I am very impressed by the continuous improvement mindset of MaT. I will attempt these and the variation in part 3. Everyone who can, should grow things. (some assembly required hahahah)

  • @gideonschutte2800
    @gideonschutte2800 3 роки тому

    what a pleasure to watch these videos of MAN about TOOLS - a pro at work and the videos are well executed and to the point.. thank you Sir!

  • @clarenicholson1328
    @clarenicholson1328 4 роки тому

    So great how you approach this project with such care and attention! Thank you! :)

  • @tstep522
    @tstep522 4 роки тому +3

    Kent, thank you for the very clear and easy to understand video. I appreciate your attention to detail and accuracy making these boxes. I have a large traditional garden that I do most of my growing in but I very much look forward to when my friends come and ask me about raised beds, or box gardens so I can try this out in the future. The addition of fibers to the mix is a great idea and I would most certainly recommend for anyone making these to follow that step.
    Living in Minnesota, the question I had for you is regarding winter, *shocker! I know*, have you had any issue with freezing moisture in the soil pushing out laterally too hard on the longer concrete panels and cracking them. I agree the reinforcement mesh should still hold the panel together, but putting in this effort, anyone making these is wanting good looks and longevity.
    Lastly, have you considered for taller panels, using 3/4" plywood instead of stacking the shorter ones? I would imagine a double thickness plywood base may be required for strength and to have enough material to fasten your side to, but imagine the designs or customization your could make with a 24" tall and 18" inlay section. Just a thought for the guys out there that may be making these to sell as a side hustle.
    Keep up the good work Kent, I am a new subscriber because of the effort you put into this video, and I look forward to going back through your past videos to see what I can learn, Thank you.

  • @neilmarsh1904
    @neilmarsh1904 4 роки тому +72

    As much as I like the content, I really appreciate the production quality. These are some of the most professional work I've seen in all my years of following UA-cam. You should make a video on how to make a video!

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому +4

      Thanks very much Neil! I really appreciate the kind words! Kent

    • @ryanmcewen415
      @ryanmcewen415 4 роки тому +2

      Check out DarkHorse Workshop. He also does a really well put together video.
      He does leather work for costume and cosplay as well as leather tooling and carving videos.

  • @johnmatallana8106
    @johnmatallana8106 4 роки тому

    This is the 2nd video of yours I watch and I just love them. Well thought out and explained, easy to follow, thanks for sharing!

  • @beetee4295
    @beetee4295 4 роки тому

    Joy to watch a craftsman at work. Kudos

  • @LetsGoHelio
    @LetsGoHelio 4 роки тому +8

    Typically, I never watch videos over 10 minutes. But there's something about this man that draws and soothes me to keep watching. Awesome tutorial. Thanks!

  • @MacPaiin
    @MacPaiin 4 роки тому +6

    Great idea. Great job. Great video. Great guy! Did I say great? Yeah this was GREAT!

  • @tedtolentino4955
    @tedtolentino4955 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic work. I learned quite a bit from the series. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @MatanuskaHIGH
    @MatanuskaHIGH 4 роки тому

    These are very cool! And a fairly easy project for most people. Great step by step instructions and custom yet simple design. Thanks for putting in the time to to film and edit and show the world your take on garden bed sidewalls.

  • @shawncockrell6007
    @shawncockrell6007 4 роки тому +20

    We thank you ! Excellent job......they make fiberglass electric fence poles so no rust issues with the corner pins.

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому +4

      Thanks! I forgot to mention alternative materials for the pins. Thanks for adding that! Cheers, Kent

    • @puppay
      @puppay 4 роки тому

      @@MANaboutTOOLS would these be ok for a building a fire pit?

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому +1

      @@puppay I don't know if this type of concrete can handle the heat.

    • @credenza1
      @credenza1 4 роки тому +1

      Those fibreglass poles are horrible when they splinter and degrade. It might be difficult to remove them intact.

    • @sires6
      @sires6 4 роки тому +2

      @@MANaboutTOOLS Actually then you need to see this: www.airkrete.com/FireDemo.html

  • @toddoliver3385
    @toddoliver3385 4 роки тому +5

    When cutting the plastic pipe... Try turning your carbide toothed blade backwards. I was amazed at how nice it cuts.

    • @DYI
      @DYI 4 роки тому

      A pvc cutting tool is the way to go: www.amazon.com/ABN-PVC-Pipe-Cutters-Ratcheting/dp/B00T3DPL2M/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=pvc+cutter&qid=1586491359&sr=8-10

  • @donsmithii6828
    @donsmithii6828 4 роки тому

    Enjoyed your tutorial - I'm a Hemp Farmer and this may be ideal for growing High CBD Plants - Your precision and quality is top notch - Thanks ...

  • @mathewwoolhouse7895
    @mathewwoolhouse7895 4 роки тому

    This is a beautiful example of the principle of the five P's - Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance. Great Video, well done.

  • @toamaori
    @toamaori 4 роки тому +23

    you could also use the finished cast to create a silicone rubber mold that could be used repeatedly it wouldn't be strong enough to hold the form by itself, but when inserted into a box for rigidity, then filled, it could be popped out of the box when the concrete is set and peeled of the finished cast. one of the advantages is that you would not have to keep dismantling the mold every time you made a cast.

    • @thrivesurvive
      @thrivesurvive Рік тому +1

      I was curious about this too! Have you tried it? I have only seen this technique used for small molds. I wonder how thick the silicone would have to be to hold up to repeated uses, and whether you would have to cut the wood larger to compensate for the thickness of the silicone. I was also curious about using silicone spray over the mineral oil.

    • @jmortonsalt
      @jmortonsalt Рік тому

      I did this to make a urethane rubber mold of a foam arrowhead stepping stone I sculpted a few years back. I cast several of the arrowhead stepping stones for my wife's flower bed. I don't think the CSA mortar mix would affect the urethane any. It pulled right off the cement I was using - no trouble at all. A quick rinse & paper toweled dry, then I sprayed it with PAM cooking spray & it was ready to go in just a couple of minutes.
      Smooth-On has the rubber that I used for the mold.

    • @daniel2segura
      @daniel2segura 6 місяців тому

      I thought about this, too, because I’d like to emulate his process for making benches for gifts, but I’m concerned about how the pvc pipe could be incorporated using a silicone or urethane mold?

  • @buddyswing1855
    @buddyswing1855 4 роки тому +17

    I cut the pvc in half and reassembled them with a pvc coupling, then cut them to the correct length. This prevents the pvc tubes from accidently being pushed out of the mold.

  • @danielbeaulieu581
    @danielbeaulieu581 4 роки тому +2

    Your inserts are not only decorative, they're useful to grab the panels! Your videos are excellent!

  • @ronaldwillis372
    @ronaldwillis372 10 місяців тому

    I've been looking for a way to make a border for my flower bed. I was actually thinking about making a silicone mold to make blocks, but I thought that it would take too long. Then I got an idea about making light weight concrete blocks and found this! It's awesome. I just have to rescale it for a flower bed. Great 👍 video

  • @edwardneil3039
    @edwardneil3039 4 роки тому +12

    You can use a sheet of plastic food wrap off a roll to line the forms. No chalking required and the finish is very smooth.

    • @Eggs4ckley
      @Eggs4ckley 4 роки тому

      Then throw away the plastic?

    • @edwardneil3039
      @edwardneil3039 4 роки тому

      @@Eggs4ckley
      When you take off the forms save the plastic and use it to cover the new uncured concrete after you wet it. This helps the cure and is a second use of the
      plastic wrap.

    • @charlottefirbank-king885
      @charlottefirbank-king885 4 роки тому

      Plastic food wrap leaves wrinkles in the cement. But I guess that could be part of the design :-)

  • @COUNTS1096
    @COUNTS1096 2 роки тому +1

    Okay. I keep watching these raised bed videos and each time I think “that’s awesome, I’m building it.” And, then up pops another video improving it. At this point, I don’t care what other improvements you come up with, these are easy, durable, and cheap. You’ve reached the point of garden bed perfection!! (As far as I’m concerned at least). Great job!!

  • @hughmarcus1
    @hughmarcus1 4 роки тому

    Great video. Very useful & practical. Here in Ireland we call them ‘raised beds’. My wife has been asking for me to make more. As we all know the issue with timber is that it rots so quickly. I’ll make some of these over the winter

  • @mimicocto8
    @mimicocto8 4 роки тому +3

    I didn't catch if there was a cost comparison between the different tests. I would personally prefer what you have done with this video. Strength wise and function seems better with the wire mesh.
    Thank you for the videos!

    • @1pcfred
      @1pcfred 4 роки тому

      Right now a bag of Portland is $3.70 and a bag of Rapid Set is $22.57

  • @niklar55
    @niklar55 4 роки тому +6

    Liked the idea, very much! Admired your CAD skills as well!
    I used your idea, and reworked the form, so its just 3 components. one side and end, complete, twice, and a base board.
    I used coach bolts to hold the side and ends to the base board, as they also act like dowels.
    The rounded heads can be recessed into the wood, and tapped out easily.
    The perimeter shapes are on top of the base board.
    I've had some formwork experience, and if the parts are painted with exterior wall paint they seem to release very easily.
    For the base board, I would use 30 mm green chip board, its cheap, and doesn't warp. (Ply is ridiculously expensive in France where I live.)
    An alternative would be kitchen worktop, as the melamine surface is already pre-finished, and releases superbly.
    Thanks for the idea. I've also had problems with garden box rot, even with treated wood.

  • @ad8881
    @ad8881 2 роки тому

    I was just looking for glass strand / concrete compatibility but I wondered about lighter concrete also. Excellent presentation!

  • @daves2354
    @daves2354 Рік тому

    What I really appreciate about your video is that although you have plans available for purchase, you also show the process with such detail that they aren't even necessary for those who are confident in their building/fabrication skills. Many hide as much as they can and only promote the sale of the plans

  • @iluvseitan
    @iluvseitan 4 роки тому +8

    Maybe I missed it in the comments somewhere, but it would be great to have a cost in your video description along with a cost comparison to making beds out of wood. Also, I assume that concrete will out last wood by many many years. Thanks for the video, it's awesome!

    • @BrandonBlackmoor
      @BrandonBlackmoor 2 роки тому

      That bag of Rapid Set Mortar Mix is US$18 a bag. Materials to build two forms is about US$200 (mainly due to the lumber and the screws).

  • @maarkaus48
    @maarkaus48 4 роки тому +105

    Once again, this is a fantastic video. I am becoming a big fan of this series. As I have said before I have cast four of these, each time perfecting the method, myself. The last one came our excellent, and even has glass tiles inserted for decorative purposes. It was a test to see if the glass (as used for a splash guard for a kitchen) would cause it to crack, and no, it worked well and looks sharp. Now, going forward I am going to make mosaics in the cement walls. I must thank you for the series, and request DON'T STOP!!

    • @toododd
      @toododd 4 роки тому +7

      Hey we would like to see those. Ceramic tiles would a nice contrast to the gray concrete.

    • @maarkaus48
      @maarkaus48 4 роки тому +9

      @@toododd I would like to, but am not sure how. I know how to share a video, but sharing a picture not so much. I would like to do a video response and when I do I can share that with you if you like?

    • @maarkaus48
      @maarkaus48 4 роки тому +7

      Here is a video of the mosaic wall. The volume is very quiet because I used my phone, so I am sorry about that:
      ua-cam.com/video/vn6azPQ1lcs/v-deo.html
      If you have any idea how to share this with Man About Tools, I am game. Maybe I will just post it above.
      I hope you enjoy!

    • @fishsquishguy1833
      @fishsquishguy1833 4 роки тому +2

      Maarkaus J Looks great! Your garden is going to look awesome next year.

    • @maarkaus48
      @maarkaus48 4 роки тому +1

      @@fishsquishguy1833 Thank you! I love to garden. The bigger the better.

  • @Blagger3000
    @Blagger3000 4 роки тому

    These boxes stacked up would make a pretty good compost container, thanks for sharing. One of the cleanest, tidiest small construction jobs I’ve ever seen.

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому

      Thanks! Others have commented as well about the compost bin idea.

  • @teiltje
    @teiltje 4 роки тому +2

    Great video, very clear to watch and the shown technique is i.m.o. useful for many different purposes. Thank you Man!

  • @marnussmith8675
    @marnussmith8675 4 роки тому +3

    I have to say you are meticulous and your approach is solid. Please Please do a video on rounded segmented panels to build around say for example a tree.

  • @back2basics597
    @back2basics597 4 роки тому +6

    You have such a wonderful product with so many other uses other than for garden boxes. You said they are stackable, so I imagine you can stack them high enough to form concrete boxes that will function as sewer leeching with plants cultivated on top. In places where hot climate is more of an issue rather snow or very cold weather, houses can be built fast and cheap by stacking those blocks. In fact my house is prefab with blocks similar to yours. Concrete fences also comes to mind.

    • @olegk11
      @olegk11 4 роки тому

      Ever tried to stand up chain link watch bracelet... It tips over with waves... Also the cost of each panel is about $5

    • @freetrailer4poor
      @freetrailer4poor 4 роки тому

      I was just thinking make one 8' long and one 10' long stack them and you have a nice shed. Put solar panels on them. Removable.

    • @olegk11
      @olegk11 4 роки тому

      @@freetrailer4poor how is your idea better than standard 2x4 structure... Concrete blocks Will cost about $150 per side. 10' Wood wall will cost $20 lumber, $40 plywood, $20 siding

  • @Alarmmanjjj
    @Alarmmanjjj 4 роки тому

    fantastic idea ... thanks for the walk through .. I just built 4 cedar boxes 2 years ago and they are already looking shabby. I have a new idea now thanks to you. take care

    • @1pcfred
      @1pcfred 4 роки тому

      Shabby this year will mean rotted out by next year. I'm on my third set of wooden raised beds here. Getting tired of replacing them. So these concrete panels are looking real good to me. But I might be done with gardening here too.

  • @thniah2011
    @thniah2011 4 роки тому

    Wonderful knowledge! Many thanks! for sharing! God bless you blessing others with beautiful gardens!

  • @dunsemarang6970
    @dunsemarang6970 4 роки тому +11

    garden box? heaven, i wanna see a garden shed or even a house build using this panel..

    • @amtb70x7anunkwn9
      @amtb70x7anunkwn9 4 роки тому +1

      OMG Wow You make my mouth water :-D YES!!!
      I have been thinking and planning the same thing myself.
      This would be the Ultimate Workshop Idea ! :-D
      Glad I am not the only one who thinks of these things.

    • @michaelripperger5674
      @michaelripperger5674 4 роки тому +2

      Slow your roll... that is coming up in our next episode :-)

  • @donsmithii6828
    @donsmithii6828 4 роки тому +8

    One more thing - You might want to research "Hempcrete" - Amazing stuff ...

  • @paulv69
    @paulv69 4 роки тому

    Brilliant!! I've been using cedar for years and have always fantasized about using concrete. The lighter weight solution is great!!

    • @1pcfred
      @1pcfred 4 роки тому +1

      I don't move my raised beds around so I don't care how much their weight.

  • @harrymason1053
    @harrymason1053 4 роки тому

    Very high degree of workmanship and a good design as well.

  • @Thomas-wn7cl
    @Thomas-wn7cl 4 роки тому +7

    Cool video. I would consider putting the notch or tab on the same side of each panel so that pin removal will be easier during disassembly. This way you could lift at least one end staight up and off the steel corner pin without having to fish out the pin.

    • @tablatronix
      @tablatronix 4 роки тому

      But then you would lose vertical direction symmetry if you were doing something more ornate or angled, as some would need to be upside down ?

    • @Thomas-wn7cl
      @Thomas-wn7cl 4 роки тому

      @@tablatronix If the tabs and the relief are centered correctly there is no up or down for each panel. Same side tabs would aid in assembly and greatly aid in disassembly. With staggered tabs, once the steel pins are driven home they cannot be readly removed because the weight of one adjacent panel would still be holding the panel down and the panel could not be slid out because the pins are still achoring the panels to the ground and interlocking them to the adjacent panels.

  • @goodtimetraveler8261
    @goodtimetraveler8261 4 роки тому +112

    Mix in iron oxide with the mortar to achieve different permanent colours - like dark green, terra cotta, etc.
    Btw Great work!

    • @tracischeelk29
      @tracischeelk29 4 роки тому +1

      I'm a woman. Great idea. Thank you! More than an idea, I surely wouldn't have thought of adding color pigment/metal oxide. Does the Iron Oxide actually create green color too? Terra Cotta and rust colors are nice as well.

    • @MatanuskaHIGH
      @MatanuskaHIGH 4 роки тому

      Great idea!

    • @pawpawstew
      @pawpawstew 4 роки тому

      I would imagine you could also use the same tinting powders used for coloring clear epoxy.

    • @ConcreteLand
      @ConcreteLand 4 роки тому +3

      Traci Scheelk if you add colour you will need to seal the concrete. UV will eventually remove the colour if you don’t.

    • @keithmarlowe5569
      @keithmarlowe5569 4 роки тому

      I tried coloring Rapid Set with integral pigments made for portland cement. It did not work. Do you know something I do not?

  • @artport7
    @artport7 Рік тому

    I love this idea... they look so nice... and should last forever!!

  • @maltestrauss
    @maltestrauss 4 роки тому

    I was planning on using thin concrete block to make those and then stucco it to look like concrete. However, after watching this video I will cast the planters. Much better, and you can move them if you ever want to change the landscaping. Love the idea and the how to. This man has it down to a science. Thanks so much.

    • @Guy4UnderDog
      @Guy4UnderDog Рік тому

      I built some with 4" thick blocks. I wanted to make it a little higher than 8", so I cut some of the blocks in half so it was 12" high. I set 1/4" rebar between the blocks to stiffen it. .. It worked out well, but was slow to build and, of course, not moveable.

  • @benlzicar7628
    @benlzicar7628 4 роки тому +3

    You should get a small 1 gallon weed sprayer and buy some form release to apply to the forms, this will make releasing much easier.

    • @MANaboutTOOLS
      @MANaboutTOOLS  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I spray on veg cooking oil like Pam.

  • @YouT-DJ
    @YouT-DJ 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the video and the plans. I'm thinking of a modification to hold hoops up for a floating row cover tent. You know, to keep those pesky white butterflies off cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower.

    • @MarjNap
      @MarjNap Рік тому

      I'm thinking the same thing. Did you come up with a good solution?

    • @YouT-DJ
      @YouT-DJ Рік тому +1

      @@MarjNap haha lot has happened since I wrote that comment. No sorry Marj

  • @peterburt2905
    @peterburt2905 4 роки тому +1

    Man, this is an awesome video, not just because you have made extremely useful and informative videos but also due to the clarity of instruction and the excellent editing. Big ups from me

  • @junk3418
    @junk3418 4 роки тому

    Thank you. I just learned ALOT from this video. I look forward to watching more of your videos. But, for now, it's time to me practice what you preach. Have a great day!

  • @kylieanneking2606
    @kylieanneking2606 4 роки тому +3

    Can you make an elevated raised bed? Made from aircrete for the next project? Hope you can do this! Love the vids.

  • @george8873
    @george8873 4 роки тому +3

    I'm sure you could add dye to the concrete if you wanted to change the color of the panels? Anyway, this series has been great. The final products are amazing, and will last forever. Thanks for the videos.

  • @raydreamer7566
    @raydreamer7566 4 роки тому

    I like your videos. They are very descriptive with good explanation for final product as well as the process to get to the final panel .

  • @ordnanceant2254
    @ordnanceant2254 4 роки тому

    Very nice design and system which makes for a functional scalable raised bed system. Thanks for sharing.