It's Not Rocket Science

Start At The Beginning

Below is our guide to making a basic PRECAST concrete worktop or concrete countertop using our GFRC Worktop Mix with a list of the items and ingredients you will need.

PLEASE NOTE - this guide is not for “in situ” or “cast-in-place” concrete countertops. We have a separate guide for this (to be uploaded soon) using our Cast-In-Place Mix.

Before you start your project we recommend that you read through this entire guide and arm yourself with as many of the tools as possible. Also dotted throughout the document we have listed handy HINTS which will be of use.

So lets begin and start with the location.

Location, Location, Location.

Click on the link below to watch our Handy Tips video on LOCATION and much more.

Where you make your concrete is going to have a big factor on project success.

You're going to need enough space to build your moulds, pour your concrete and then process it.

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Tools Of The Trade

A surgeon wouldn't operate without the correct instruments.

Click below for a full list of tools and ancillaries that you need for your project.

Building Your Mould

Also below is a link to our comprehensive Mould Buildling PDF Guide.

How do you go about making a mould for the concrete to be poured into? Well we have a handy video for you to watch.

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Don't Get Stuck!

Watch one of our first videos on the simple process of Applying Release Agent To Your Mould.

It's important that you make sure your concrete comes out of your mould with ease.

How do you do this? Simple. With Mould release Agent.

Mix It Up

Watch the our video guide and for full instructions download our PDF guide below.

Now you're ready to get mixing. Get your mixing and bucket ready and just add water. Oh and the concrete mix obviously!

Download PDF Mixing Guide

Casting You Dream

Watch the our video guide and for full instructions Download our PDF guide below.

Now you're ready to get mixing. Get your mixing and bucket ready and just add water. Oh and the concrete mix obviously!

Download PDF Casting Guide

The Cure

Everyone hates waiting but the curing process is VERY important. Read our article to find out why.

Why Is Curing So Important?

Demould Time!

It't time to reveal your masterpiece!

Check out our article in the link below for more details.

How To Demould Your Concrete

Processing Your Concrete

In 3 Easy Steps

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Etch & Clean

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Sand & Polish

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Fill & Hone

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Fill & Hone

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Applying The Sealer

Watch the our video guide and for full instructions Download our PDF guide below.

You're almost there! Your concrete is only ever as good as the sealer so watch, read and learn.

Download our PDF Sealer Guide

Wax On, Wax Off

Watch the our video guide and for full instructions Download our PDF guide below.

The pièce de résistance! Apply a coat of wax to give your concrete a wonderful sheen but to also add a little bit of extra protection.