Making Extra Large Concrete Pavers ( DIY concrete patio )

Part 2 Video is here:: https://youtu.be/FuS3A5f8DeI Part 3 Video is here https://youtu.be/wBBlE80TUO4 *I see the question about the reinforcement popping up. I didn't add rebar because I do not think it's needed. While you can undoubtedly add reinforcement, walking on these will not break them.

after 50+ years in the building and construction trades and watching 100’s of DIY landscaping idea videos, I gotta say I am impressed by both your creativity and your get it done attitude. keep on working and bringing the videos your work is awesome.

I can really appreciate the fact that you do most every project in a way that can be copied by the average weekend warrior!! Thank you!!!

I have poured 10’s of thousands of yards of concrete in my lifetime. You did an excellent job especially if this was your first time pouring, forming, and finishing concrete. Working with concrete that you are mixing yourself is much more difficult than working with a ready-mix. Measuring the water for each batch is paramount for consistency. Don’t eyeball how much water you think you need. Then, not having all the available tools that make it easier, obviously just adds to the degree of difficulty. As to all the comments on reinforcement: These are close to the size of sidewalks, and I’ve NEVER seen or personally reinforced sidewalks. And if I was going to, it would be with wire mesh. But the other side of the coin is that sidewalks are typically 3 to 4 inches thick. Fiber mesh would be an excellent option. I must commend you on compacting the ground under the concrete. It’s vital for strength and if I had to choose between reinforcement and ground compaction, I’d chose compaction. Edging and spraying the forms with vegetable oil would make a world of difference in how easily the forms could be removed and how smooth the outside edges would end up. A light broom finish after your last troweling would serve to conceal imperfections in your troweling while providing a nonskid surface. Again, I think you did a great job and , but I think, at the very least, I would have gone with 3.5 inches thick. One vital note is not to opt for a quick setting concrete mix, especially if you are a novice. You need time.

Okay, I'm not going to lie, that looks like a lot of work. This is obviously a project for someone as fit as you, because carrying all that cement would have done me in! LOL! You're amazing. Thank you for the video, much appreciated. Great job!!!

Your thought process for form removal was very well thought out. I'm a professional builder and I've watched lots of guys doing form work get that part wrong over and over

Hey Glen Here's a tip for you and the army of subscribers you have . When you use wood for shuttering ( framing) for concreting it's wise to paint the timber on the contact surface with used engine oil , oil and water don't mix so the timer comes away from the concrete much easier . Diesel fuel is ok to use too but used engine oil is a by product so its free unlike Diesel fuel which is expensive at the moment . Keep up the good work 👏 👍 Bill in UK

Great job dad! It's obvious you're no stranger to hard work and have the perfect work ethic and attitude to get any project done. Can't wait to see your project completed. Again, awesome job man.

Your attention to detail is commendable! Love how you plan, organize, and finally get the work done. Beautiful design and use of the space!

Nice job and great finish. I also like to add alittle “broom finish” to the surface while concrete cures and it leaves a tiny grip surface to prevent too slick a walking surface- this is a typical application with sidewalks and patios - lightly brushing with a broom in one direction to create the texture. Blessings and keep up the great work

Glen for future projects a mason taught me a good trick if you're doing a lot of mixes is to get a small bucket (that goes inside a massive bucket). Instead of trying to read the water level or having a measuring cup exactly the right size, work out how much you need in the bucket then drill holes about half way around the bucket at that size so when you dunk the bucket and pull it out it drains quickly and you have the perfect amount without looking. Another way (when I'm doing a lot of self leveling work) is to prefill 20 buckets with the correct amount of water so the apprentice can keep the batches flowing nicely just try and either cover them or keep them in the shade if you're using sensitive products that require precise amounts.

Looks great. Having poured 12 footings for both my back porch and a garden fence - in Minnesota, where they have to be pretty deep to beat the frost heave - I feel your pain in carrying many, many bags in many, many legs of a journey. It's always worth it to see your work and know it's fairly permanent too. Kudos!

You definitely know your tools and labor intensive projects. You make everything look so easy and affordable for a DIY person like myself!! Looks great!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

I love when I see ppl doing their own work and not hiring it out. Yes it’s hard work. But the money you’re saved and the pure satisfaction of seeing a job well done. Is just amazing! Good Job 👏🏾

The best part of this video is your daughter helping you. Love that!!!

Great Job! I’ve watched a couple of times and decided to use your measurements when I attempt my slabs. I love the layout.

I always preferred putting dry concrete down, and then moistening it with a sprayer. Then chicken wire on top, then after about 2 hours, I do another layer of dry, that I spray soak. 20 years later, my pad is still perfect and uncracked... Even with the extreme Florida weather.

I love how you make beautiful and amazing things but using basic supplies that are relatively easy to obtain. And in cases where you have a specialized tool, you explain what to do if we don’t have that. Thanks!!

Bless you sir, you remind me of my husband. He just completed a landscape wall and planting project. He hauled a lot of concrete, sand, rock, soil and plants. Hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of that patio. You've certainly earned it.

Your hard work ethic is commendable and inspiring! I love the grid you created with these large slabs. Not sure what you are going to use this space for, but adding some grass in the gaps would look real nice!!