Quick and Easy Concrete Steps

In this video I will show you how I made these quick and easy concrete steps using Quikrete 5000. I'd rather make them in Rapid Set tho... hahaha. I also added a Compass design using Silicone Caulk in the concrete mold. I used typical retaining wall block as risers make this project even quicker and easier. I hope you enjoy this video!
By the way… I used 4 bags for the large step and 2 bags for the small step.

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PRODUCTS AND TOOLS I USED:
-Concrete Countertop Silicone Edge Form
-Quikrete 5000 50lbs. (6 bags)
-3/4” Malemine (1 sheet)
-1/8”x4’x8’ Whiteboard (1 sheet)
-1 1/2" #8 Spax Screws (1 box of 175)
-4 1/2" Mason Cutting Wheel
-Retaining Wall Block (9 blocks)
MARSHALLTOWN TOOLS
-Bucket Scraper
-Magnesium Float
-Finishing Trowel
-1/4" Square Notch Trowel

RAPID SET PRODUCTS I WANTED TO USE....
-60 lb. Concrete Mix
-55 lb. Mortar Mix
-Flow Control
-Set Control
-Milwakee 18v Drill
-Mixing Paddle

FILMING EQUIPMENT I USE:
Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera
Macro Lense Tamron 70-300mm
Rode mic
Camera iPhone 8
iPhone Lens kit
Editing software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Gimbal DJI Mobile 2

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[Bobcat]

Great project! I normally do not give tips, but I would have put painters tape on each side of of the compass lines leaving space between. Caulk, tool, and remove the tape before the caulk skins over. Should give you the straight lines your looking for. You are very creative and I can’t wait to see what’s next.

[emagee]

I like your concrete videos which inspired me to pour a bar top for my new tiki bar. I poured a large slab using the high-strength Quikrete (4 bags) and plasticizer (flow control). I molded it so the finish side was facing upwards meaning I had to finish trowel the top and bull-nose the edges. I also put in foam to hollow out the interior to reduce weight. Lessons learned: I forgot to seal the foam to the form but it turned out okay. I also forgot to spray a release agent (you use WD-40) but this turned out okay as well. My biggest problem was the concrete going off all at once. There is a fine line between waiting for the bleed water to reduce and finishing a large slab that goes off quickly. It was like boom, the concrete became unworkable and set up. I like that the plasticizer makes the mix more liquid and increases the strength but it causes the concrete to go off very fast. I was also able to vibrate out most of the tiny bubbles. I barely made the bull-nose and finished the top but it wasn't perfect. Luckily it's a tiki bar so it can be a little rustic. No one notices the small imperfections. All in all, it was a successful pour and I mounted the bar top and put on a finish sealer. Everyone was impressed. I think for jobs where you have the finish side facing down or small jobs facing up, the flow control is great. If time is a factor, the flow control helps get to strength faster thereby accelerating the project. For large slabs that require fine finishing the flow control may not work.

[somedude]

Hey Michael, thanks to your videos I was able to make concrete coutertops on my outdoor BBQ kitchen and even did my indoor kitchen. Just want to say thank you for sharing you knowledge and experience. Im very happy and proud of how they came out. I wish I could share pics, but I dont have Intagram or facebook (i know, crazy) anyways, thank you. Next project will be livingroom table tops with metal legs.

[hollyhasegawa]

Great steps, they turned out so beautiful, I love the look of them so much. Thanks for sharing this video. 😊

[inspiringbuilds]

Great build! Spraying WD-40 and using a reciprocating saw without the blade are a couple of my go to‘s with these concrete projects. Be safe and use a respirator. 👍🏼

[cmsbeth]

I LOVE the compass AND my steps are crumbling. Can't wait to build this!!

[customizedtrainingservices]

Weaver Barns are absolutely the best!!! Purchased one several years ago and it still looks like new. Unbelievable quality!!!

[szim]

Absolutely beautiful and SO creative!!! Thanks for sharing!

[DougChristenson]

Love your videos Michael. You inspired me to make a concrete vanity top. So easy and everyone loves the custom look. One thing in this build that I noticed is the varying step heights. May be a trip hazard and I don't think it would pass code in my area. Not a criticism, just an observation.
KEEP BUILDING.

[vladidol]

Great video. An other Michael build succes. Only one thing. Michael can you cut the background noise down. Some would call it music. The noise is louder than your words. Very disturbing. If you can take care of it...thanks

[stoneboss]

Great ideas with the silicone, I never tried that but was impressed how well that worked . Great Job!!

[compubyte]

Thank you.. now I see how to do steps this way ! excellent !!

[Ohsage]

I just adore your vibes, dude. Thanks for the vids.

[sapelesteve]

Very nice work as usual Michael! Those steps turned out great! 👍👍

[PureMagma]

OMG... Where have I been all summer! (oh yeah, working...) This is such a "WOW!!! Project!" I'm on my way to buy your plans because I've been wanting to do something similar to my front steps for years. Hopefully I can figure out how to modify your dimensions to fit my project. No matter what, keep up the great projects so that I can BINGE watch all of your work whenever I have some spare time!

[StuffTested]

This reminding me you should do a video of how your other projects are doing over time. To see what rapidset or other products are doing over time.

[jasonabram]

You read my mind! I was planning to do a set of stairs like that in the next couple weekends and you just made my life easier by doing this already

your builds have all been awesome so far!

[ccitza]

This is absolutely extraordinary. Would definitely like to know if its lifespan is as amazing!

[imwoody]

Love the steps! So inspiring! I love all things concrete

[kmh]

I don't need a shed, but my shed needs a step! ✌️ Nice video!