Design and Create Curved Furniture with Concrete
Mix and strain 1
A course by EN·CONCRETO , Custom Artisanal Furniture Workshop
About the video: Mix and strain 1
Overview
“We will teach you how to make the mixture and pour it into the molds. Also, during the casting, we will give some tips according to our experience to achieve the best results.”
In this video lesson EN·CONCRETO addresses the topic: Mix and strain 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Design and Create Curved Furniture with Concrete . Learn to build concrete furniture with recycled materials to get a terrazzo finish .
Partial transcription of the video
“Mixing and casting In this lesson, we will prepare the mold for casting. But first we'll talk about the steel reinforcement that, as we saw in previous lessons, is this galvanized mesh. It is important to first prepare the mold because when we make the mix we need to pour it as quickly as possible, because the mix is beginning to react. In the case of white cement specifically it tends to set faster, so we recommend having the mold at ready with its mesh, with its release agent and then prepare the mix. I'll start by cutting the mesh in the shape of the mold. Here it is very important to le...”
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Course summary for: Design and Create Curved Furniture with Concrete
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Architecture & Spaces, Craft -
Areas
Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Decoration, Interior Design
EN·CONCRETO
A course by EN·CONCRETO
En Concreto is a Mexican workshop that has been designing and handcrafting objects out of concrete since setting up shop in 2014. They started out making flower pots, but over time have significantly expanded the reach of their business and the range of their products. They currently offer a wide variety of pieces, from decorative accessories to both interior and urban furniture.
Their work highlights the often-overlooked potential of concrete and the timeless designs that can enhance any space with a touch of originality. As creators of decorative objects and urban furniture, they actively promote the bond between their products and nature since the two can exist in perfect harmony in public spaces.
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