Building a CONCRETE RIVER TABLE w/ DIY No-Weld Metal Base

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  • Опубліковано 5 лип 2024
  • Today on Modern Builds I'm creating a totally DIY, white concrete river coffee table with a no-weld steel base. Live edge river tables made with wood slabs have been crazy popular trend as of late and I wanted to put my own spin on it! Look forward to more concrete experiments like this in the future!!
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  • @jmakes3745
    @jmakes3745 5 років тому +73

    Been really looking forward to this seeing this since you talked about it on the podcast and it definitely didn't disappoint! Really clever solution to not having a welder - both cheap and effective - and the cracked edge of the concrete looks amazing! I love the tactility and intricacy it brings which contrasts with the rest of the design, and although I see where others are coming from re. the open space with a coffee table I personally don't think you ever really need to use the full surface as the edges are plenty for mugs, books etc :)

    • @Oonagh72
      @Oonagh72 5 років тому +2

      JMakes without the glass it looks more like a museum piece.

    • @m3selfs950
      @m3selfs950 4 роки тому

      I like the project but you put the dry ingredients into the water - not the other way around. Then you add more water if needed

    • @concretefreeman
      @concretefreeman 4 роки тому

      @@m3selfs950 It doesn't really make a difference in the end result, especially if you aren't using any admixtures.

  • @RonaldJS
    @RonaldJS 5 років тому +673

    I think I would have placed a thick slab of glass over it.

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +39

      Dingoart that could look cool, but I still wanted people to be able to touch the ‘live edge’

    • @the_jonathan_o
      @the_jonathan_o 5 років тому +19

      @@ModernBuilds | think you should have added a tinted piece if glass in the middle of the table.

    • @Lasomie
      @Lasomie 5 років тому +20

      or under the concrete!

    • @TheWarrrenator
      @TheWarrrenator 5 років тому +16

      @@ModernBuilds Why? People are going to spill their coffee when they set it down. It's a cool concept I guess but not very practical.

    • @ElijahMan001
      @ElijahMan001 4 роки тому +3

      @@the_jonathan_o everyone does that. I like that he wanted to do something different.

  • @jessedaulton7212
    @jessedaulton7212 Рік тому +140

    Love this book! ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxpCNxqmAkyjN6NPx1fyB7QiEFWyO5mUWL it is simply one-of-a-kind! I really love it, because karah explained all tools required to have the job done, not mentioning the fabulous diy pallets ideas. I'm pretty sure this will be a fresh start in my new endeavour. Amazon was great, they delivered on time. Thank you!

  • @florakis
    @florakis 5 років тому +425

    It would be great if you feel the gap in the middle with transparent epoxy, that way you have the visual result you want and at the same time it's functional.

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +31

      I’d like to see someone else do it!! I really like the idea of being able to touch the live edge. Plus there’s about 12” of usable space on each side which is plenty of room for cups, plates, or magezines

    • @blackbeanburger3357
      @blackbeanburger3357 5 років тому +37

      yeah i was expecting to see this towards the end, it would've made it look like a finished product

    • @christopherkrum
      @christopherkrum 5 років тому +13

      I agree. Securing the top and filling in the middle would be awesome... feels a little incomplete, but still an awesome table.

    • @zscott453
      @zscott453 5 років тому +3

      @@blackbeanburger3357 Sometimes the best things aren't what you expect... Great work Mike. Love the choices and fully support them

    • @User-fp4gn
      @User-fp4gn 5 років тому +4

      i thought the same thing i was expecting some flash blue epoxy table

  • @sapphohxrself
    @sapphohxrself 5 років тому +421

    So, does he, like, sell these or does he just have WAAAY more coffee tables than the average person?

    • @SgtZima
      @SgtZima 5 років тому +28

      Maybe he likes coffee

    • @Andreanicole1111
      @Andreanicole1111 5 років тому +15

      No he gives them away to family or family friends as he said in one of his old videos from last year I think

    • @markmagner8000
      @markmagner8000 5 років тому +1

      J.C. Taylor lmao

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +94

      Haha!! I do store a few, but mostly I just give them away to friends or family

    • @Yonatan24
      @Yonatan24 5 років тому +14

      Chris eats them.

  • @NathanLuMax
    @NathanLuMax 5 років тому +2

    Can't wait till you reach 1 mil

  • @parkpoomtananimit850
    @parkpoomtananimit850 2 роки тому

    I really like this method. My only concern is how you ensured the vertically of the augured 20mm holes?

  • @hp_games93
    @hp_games93 5 років тому

    Yaaasss I got so excited seeing this notification!!!

  • @50charactersonly61
    @50charactersonly61 2 роки тому +1

    How did the concrete stay put on top?

  • @savanahberning5117
    @savanahberning5117 5 років тому +3

    i thought it was going to be one of those videos where you fix things with ramen 😂😂😂

  • @modustrial
    @modustrial 5 років тому +5

    Looks super slick....dig it! 🔥🔥

  • @tfriedmann5908
    @tfriedmann5908 9 місяців тому

    Hey Mike. Awesome video, thank you! I watched your previous video where you experimented with the white portland and aquarium stone. I'm wondering if you still feel that the white marble chips are the best aggregate for white concrete, or if you found something that you felt performed best for strength and color?

  • @cmcpher
    @cmcpher 5 років тому

    Certified Banger

  • @dilaamaral9054
    @dilaamaral9054 3 роки тому

    I was going to ask for a job as a welder. but this glue surprised me. hahahah

  • @EliHomediy
    @EliHomediy 5 років тому

    superrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!! minimal

  • @rfmd_221b
    @rfmd_221b 5 років тому

    Supercool mike

  • @shadowblade9461
    @shadowblade9461 5 років тому

    a true banger

  • @ChetsChannel
    @ChetsChannel 5 років тому +70

    Excellent. But how did you attach the concrete top to the base?

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +16

      They’re heavy enough I didn’t fell like it was necessary, but if you wanted to run a bead of adhesive the base that would work

    • @shaikhtabish7802
      @shaikhtabish7802 5 років тому +2

      Same question arrive to me??

    • @sjandu
      @sjandu 4 роки тому +1

      @@ModernBuilds what kind of adhesive would you use? I tried using Gorilla Glue's construction adhesive for a similar project but it didn't hold very well to the concrete

    • @concretefreeman
      @concretefreeman 4 роки тому +2

      @@sjandu If you really want it secure you could drill a couple little holes into the underside of the concrete (don't go all the way through) and anchor a coil rod into the concrete using a two part anchor epoxy, then weld or bolt the coil rod to the base. That sucker ain't moving anywhere. Better yet if you plan ahead just float the coil rods in before the concrete has fully set. You can get some anchoring epoxy at home depot: www.homedepot.com/p/Quikrete-8-6-oz-Fast-Setting-Anchoring-Epoxy-862030/203604177?g_store=6655&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D22-G-D22-22_9_CONCRETE-Generic-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D22-G-D22-22_9_CONCRETE-Generic-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA--71700000045600364-58700004679444416-92700039576811666&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpfHzBRCiARIsAHHzyZrGYo5FxQRavB_Cu60ci06iyAAoFCWe92G4TD85ftVEG5wlXRG7HKsaAh40EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

  • @annegibson891
    @annegibson891 2 роки тому +1

    Are you going to put resin in it?

  • @namesurname2341
    @namesurname2341 5 років тому

    where is the river??? :D
    I was expecting something like the back forest wood tables

  • @chriskurtz6678
    @chriskurtz6678 5 років тому

    Nice!~

  • @totilsom
    @totilsom 4 роки тому +2

    Death trap table..
    If no welder available, just rivet those corners. Done

  • @jacarandaaaa
    @jacarandaaaa 4 роки тому +1

    my dad uses RYOBI tools for hes job LOL

  • @jmert_5859
    @jmert_5859 5 років тому

    @ 2:05, than you for annunciating caulk.

  • @simonac688.
    @simonac688. 4 роки тому +41

    I need a garage and start doing these things instead of watching my eyes off....lol

    • @Rhyzal_
      @Rhyzal_ 3 роки тому +1

      So relatable. I can't wait to have a garage.
      Hope you have one now or are on your way to one :)

    • @simonac688.
      @simonac688. 3 роки тому +1

      Rhyzal not yet but still on the watch...buying new tools stacking stuff so when the day comes i will be ready...

  • @NickWisda
    @NickWisda 5 років тому +5

    The concrete just sits on the frame? Nothing to hold them together?

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +2

      Nick Wisda just gravity... you could run a bead of adhesive if you wanted but no need

  • @ruthboria3635
    @ruthboria3635 4 роки тому

    Cool is right 💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @connie1wilson
    @connie1wilson 5 років тому

    Clear resin in the middle???

  • @joshuabower8068
    @joshuabower8068 5 років тому +5

    What a guy! Massive fan from uk

  • @olegbolshakov4986
    @olegbolshakov4986 4 роки тому

    Why is that 1M subs with 200K views and only 7K likes?!

  • @XDIY
    @XDIY 5 років тому +10

    I press the like before watching, since I know it would be great video, as always 😉

  • @DommoDommo
    @DommoDommo 5 років тому

    What have you been listening to on Audio Tree live fam?

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому

      D Addison
      Death Bells,
      Horse Jumper of Love
      Counterparts
      Indigo de Souza 🤙🏻🤙🏻 you??

  • @victorm9252
    @victorm9252 4 роки тому

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @saulgoodman2018
    @saulgoodman2018 5 років тому

    They do sell big black caulk.

  • @PneumaticAddict
    @PneumaticAddict 5 років тому

    This once again confirms my theory that white paint looks good on everything. Killer job man! 👊

  • @cheerios2834
    @cheerios2834 5 років тому +1

    Ive been waiting ages 4 your next video. Thats not complaining btw. Im just glad you didnt die or something

    • @XDIY
      @XDIY 5 років тому

      🙄🙂

    • @cheerios2834
      @cheerios2834 5 років тому

      Itzik's DIY Ideas. Can i subscriib

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +1

      Cheerios me too!! Editing takes too long!!! 😂😂

  • @hullabaloo-hcd
    @hullabaloo-hcd 2 роки тому

    Fab

  • @johanvandercolff8711
    @johanvandercolff8711 3 роки тому

    What did this cost you all together

  • @lochanathambeliyagoda5065
    @lochanathambeliyagoda5065 5 років тому

    Can u plz use resin

  • @imjichuimokay6750
    @imjichuimokay6750 4 роки тому +59

    i thought you would feel the middle with transparent epoxy that will look like a river

    • @sara9saysyo
      @sara9saysyo 4 роки тому +1

      Or a coloured middle would be cool, one to match the room it's in or something

    • @amonibarker1231
      @amonibarker1231 4 роки тому +2

      Cat Sucker okay, so I’m not the only one 😂.

    • @angelicalogin7116
      @angelicalogin7116 4 роки тому +3

      I was literally waiting for that.. like a clear aqua colour!!

    • @yannbunzll
      @yannbunzll 4 роки тому

      Same

    • @shadama01
      @shadama01 4 роки тому

      I saw this video waiting for that

  • @kwedjithagoat61
    @kwedjithagoat61 4 роки тому

    Is there like a website or something one can go to see different types of material for furniture because recently I decided to get a hobby in building furniture

  • @jamonraz
    @jamonraz 5 років тому +1

    Certified banger detected

  • @debdottir
    @debdottir 5 років тому

    You're leaving a big gap down the center????

  • @fingerscoil
    @fingerscoil 5 років тому

    Beautiful. Ofer Nahari Israel

  • @dianaschofield9101
    @dianaschofield9101 4 роки тому

    A February project valentines day

  • @boolanny
    @boolanny 5 років тому +1

    ooooooookkkkkaaaaaay then.............

    • @ChrisPage68
      @ChrisPage68 5 років тому +1

      And what have you got to show us?

    • @boolanny
      @boolanny 5 років тому

      @@ChrisPage68 do I know you , wtf are you asking me what I have to show you , I'll react any fucking way I choose to bud it looks weird to me and I'll speak on it , mind your God damn business...

    • @russellborrego1689
      @russellborrego1689 5 років тому +1

      @@boolanny, you are so tough! Wow!

    • @boolanny
      @boolanny 5 років тому

      @@russellborrego1689 yay another UA-cam weirdo.

    • @russellborrego1689
      @russellborrego1689 5 років тому

      @@boolanny, coming from the fella with the oh so articulate 4th grade potty mouth? I suppose I'll just have to take the source into consideration before I pretend to lose any sleep tonight.

  • @furthernorthfab
    @furthernorthfab 5 років тому

    Mike, this makes me actually want to do a concrete project

  • @bobandbobandbob6285
    @bobandbobandbob6285 4 роки тому

    So there's a hole in it?

  • @mikeyiv2182
    @mikeyiv2182 5 років тому

    This guys looks so lovable 😊👌🏻

  • @DimONMINIpeople
    @DimONMINIpeople 5 років тому

    Mike, what happened to your podcast with Chris and Ben?

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому

      DimON new episode every week! Modern Maker Podcast

    • @DimONMINIpeople
      @DimONMINIpeople 5 років тому

      @@ModernBuilds I am not seeing any new episodes for the last 3 weeks (((((

  • @Stormy_Dawn
    @Stormy_Dawn 3 роки тому

    So you just left it open?

  • @frozenwalkway
    @frozenwalkway 5 років тому

    a subtracted or negative river table

  • @jemimacortez9868
    @jemimacortez9868 5 років тому +1

    with epoxy in the middle is better. i guest?

  • @Wajiduddaim
    @Wajiduddaim 5 років тому

    7:29 😄😄😄

  • @mikeydoesart3151
    @mikeydoesart3151 5 років тому

    Do you think I could scale this base up to make a desk?

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому

      Mikey Does Art I think so.. I would get larger steel.. 1” square tube at least and larger brackets.. but I think it’d be strong

  • @victorianascif9328
    @victorianascif9328 5 років тому +2

    Nice! Not fair that you’re cute, smart and able to build stuff. Where do I apply to date ya? Jk lmfao

  • @axelpit987
    @axelpit987 5 років тому

    Where's the river?

  • @matthewharding6245
    @matthewharding6245 5 років тому

    Like the look of the table Mike. Not convinced on praticality, probably need to seal the joint to stop dust. Diluted PVA would probably do the job without affecting the aesthetic. Regarding the no weld method, why does nobody use pop rivets these days? They are a really low tech solution and can look great. Just a thought.
    I like that you try to make your projects accessable to those of us without massive workshops and love your enthusiasm. Thanks for the great content. 👍

  • @dakotaenriquez8255
    @dakotaenriquez8255 5 років тому

    First comment! What’s up!! Haven’t even finished watching the vid yet but so far it’s a banger 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @hankitecttv4770
    @hankitecttv4770 4 роки тому

    POUR EPOXY RESIN PLEASEEEE HAHA

  • @HWDPiarz
    @HWDPiarz 4 роки тому

    now spil the coffee on unsealed concrete

  • @romkaromanov8186
    @romkaromanov8186 4 роки тому

    broken cement lover)))))

  • @moistandsquishy9925
    @moistandsquishy9925 5 років тому

    I would have weld it all together, and put epoxy where the crack is...

  • @ericliddle7556
    @ericliddle7556 5 років тому +1

    Looks great! I dig the emphasis on the "L" in caulk.

    • @iComplainer
      @iComplainer 5 років тому

      Highly unorthodox.. but I'll allow it.

  • @AMG-sy1kg
    @AMG-sy1kg 5 років тому

    👍👍👍

  • @slopez6809
    @slopez6809 4 роки тому

    Am I the only only one watching this knowing I'm a never gonna go any if it

  • @thepurplederpasaurus1797
    @thepurplederpasaurus1797 5 років тому

    First view like and comment!

  • @grikiugranola
    @grikiugranola 5 років тому

    You Should put i some LED lights to light up that beautiful concrete edge

  • @MrOflarityj
    @MrOflarityj 5 років тому

    big Q: mike's relationship status?

  • @djencks13
    @djencks13 5 років тому +1

    Big fan of your channel and the podcast! Not sure you guys ever came up with a better name for this kind of project, but I'd go with "CANYON TABLE." Geological formation of river once the water's gone--seems fitting. Cool project, keep em coming!

  • @quenadams8970
    @quenadams8970 4 роки тому +3

    Q: what do you like as a partner
    Me: who can build and love art❤️hahahha
    This table is cool😍😍

  • @juanitov214
    @juanitov214 5 років тому +1

    #powerfulmodernmakerpodcast

  • @user-kk6me8xo2l
    @user-kk6me8xo2l 5 років тому

    Купите ему сварочный аппарат чтоли... Спонсоры

  • @kalin2580
    @kalin2580 5 років тому

    no black resin in the middle of the slabs with clear resin outlining the live-edge parts?

  • @benboone007
    @benboone007 4 роки тому

    Is the concrete top just sitting on the base, not attached?

  • @benoneill7708
    @benoneill7708 5 років тому

    7:24 and wayyyyy stronger

  • @soosaisteven3984
    @soosaisteven3984 5 років тому +3

    Your filmsy platform bed you've made in a video long ago is still in good condition?

  • @VampyRagDoll
    @VampyRagDoll 5 років тому

    I love when a maker goes back to basics so us little people can easily recreate what they've seen. Thanks Mike, very nice job.

  • @shelbyhahn3556
    @shelbyhahn3556 5 років тому

    Extremely cool build. Accessible too.

  • @alexandretheriault5978
    @alexandretheriault5978 5 років тому +1

    Where is the blue epoxy for the river??

  • @Nick-hm9rh
    @Nick-hm9rh 4 роки тому

    4:03 he just put his glasses in the tub he did the concrete in wtf

  • @unrvled
    @unrvled 5 років тому

    Im convinced mike is now just making things just to jump on them

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому

      Prathik Ravel you caught me 😂😂

  • @HPFV999
    @HPFV999 4 роки тому

    That’s it?

  • @MixedKidd
    @MixedKidd 5 років тому +6

    Its so sleek yet but gives the perfect amount of texture! I need this!

    • @prea215
      @prea215 5 років тому +1

      Mixed Kidd you have really nice hair

    • @MixedKidd
      @MixedKidd 5 років тому

      Coughing thank you☺️

  • @Fatflee
    @Fatflee 4 роки тому +27

    I came here after watching your round table video. Loved that project. In this there is enough space on each side. But filled up centre just feels functional.... n this gap feels like the project is incomplete.
    Though it’s ur choice n ur liking obviously.... just putting across my thought process. No offence intended. Moreover the amount of hard work u put into it was commendable.

  • @Zigget
    @Zigget 5 років тому

    Loved the build. Turned out great. This belongs in a modern museum of art.

  • @prolificbreedaquatics
    @prolificbreedaquatics 5 років тому +6

    Gorilla glue products for the win!

  • @Areej1995
    @Areej1995 4 роки тому

    I was waiting for that epoxy I'm not gonna lie, and also
    sexy and talented? my heart can't take it

  • @myrahahmad
    @myrahahmad 5 років тому +2

    Why no glass piece in the metal so its a full coffee table?

    • @texasfloodthe9370
      @texasfloodthe9370 5 років тому +1

      Agreed

    • @ChrisPage68
      @ChrisPage68 5 років тому

      It's a coffee table for careful people. 😉

    • @boolanny
      @boolanny 5 років тому

      Lol dont question it people might get but hurt on why it looks Weird and unfinished...God forbid anyone do that...lol🤣😂🤣😂

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому

      I like having the void... that’s just how I wanted to do itjust

  • @aranhaspider3893
    @aranhaspider3893 5 років тому

    Like 👍

  • @David-xu3yk
    @David-xu3yk 5 років тому

    Skater Boi ankles when the concrete cracked Haha. Really nice build!

  • @Oonagh72
    @Oonagh72 5 років тому +6

    OMG that’s pretty! Are you putting glass over it to cover up the river.

  • @markmagner8000
    @markmagner8000 5 років тому

    sooo theres a hole in the center....

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +1

      Mark Magner yeah... be carful where you put your coffee 😜

  • @kurt2rsenjazz
    @kurt2rsenjazz 5 років тому

    Dude, that's a nice build, not only the result but the proces and material choices was interesting

  • @yipyurples
    @yipyurples 3 роки тому

    Clever project

  • @dannycho99
    @dannycho99 5 років тому

    Can't wait to see the results. It would be my favorite table. 😂👅🙊👍👍👍👏👏👏

  • @tygr1992
    @tygr1992 5 років тому

    Those Reebok’s though 👌🏽... I need to know which ones they are exactly. Look like classics.

  • @CondredgeDole
    @CondredgeDole 5 років тому +1

    Mike, this is sick! That reveal was absolutely perfect. The music. The lighting. The edits. But especially the end result - this is a gorgeous piece. Dayum!!

  • @russellborrego1689
    @russellborrego1689 5 років тому

    Always wondered if brackets epoxied in place would work, always intended to find out. Great video, thanks!

    • @ModernBuilds
      @ModernBuilds  5 років тому +1

      Russell Borrego same!! Really glad they did 😂

  • @saulgoodman2018
    @saulgoodman2018 5 років тому

    Premixed concrete will cheaper.