Developing an Ideal Concrete Countertop Mix Requires Patience, Knowledge, and Strict Attention to Detail. (Page is Under Construction)Make your concrete countertop mix right and it will pave the way to a phenomenal addition to your kitchen... do it wrong and you (and your guests) will wish that you had installed a traditional laminated countertop. Here's how to create a sound concrete countertop mix that will lead to an attractive and functional component of your home. Tools needed for your concrete counter top mix:Garden hoeSturdy wheelbarrow - but a concrete mixer is preferable Bucket- for mixing water Concrete vibrator - to reduce air voids in the concrete Tarp or plastic material to handle any waste materials There are numerous benefits to constructing a countertop made of concrete: first, it is an inexpensive way to create a truly unique and creative piece of your home. Second, the counter will be maintenance is low and its durability will be much higher than that of a more traditional laminate countertop. To maximize your odds of creating an eye-catching concrete countertop, I recommend using Quikrete countertop mix. It takes a lot of the guesswork out of mix preparation. If you follow the instructions provided on the bag, great results will likely follow. It contains a superplasticizer that will create a flowable mix- without a high w/c ratio. Although a a concrete mix formulated specifically for counter tops will alleviate much of the need to vibrate the concrete, you will still need to vibrate the concrete counter top mix that will catch your guest's eyes when they come over for dinner. If you have any questions on creating a concrete countertop mix, please feel free to ask me. How to Make Concrete Countertops Meet-Mr-Concrete.com provides concrete construction advice at no charge and in good faith for consideration only. We do not warrant the implementation of its content and are to be held harmless when and if any advice or ideas provided are utilized. The risk from using it lies entirely with the user. 
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to get rid of air voids in order to create the smooth and "slick" finish 
