Concrete Furniture Creation for Beginners
A course by user1395249 surname1395249 , Artisan furniture workshop
Joined July 2019
Learn artisanal techniques to make concrete, design molds, and create unique pieces
Learn artisanal techniques to make concrete, design molds, and create unique pieces
Joined July 2019
A symbol of contemporary and brutalist architecture, concrete has become more and more popular in the world of interior design and decoration, introducing versatility and originality into each space. With the help of Carolina and Eduardo—partners and founders of the Mexican studio En Concreto—learn how to make your own pieces, starting from the fabrication of concrete to the very last details.
Explore the basic techniques and how this material is used when making different objects and furniture. Change the look of any space and customize your home with unique pieces made by you.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 19 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (3.6K)
- 138,850 students
- 17 lessons (2h 53m)
- 19 additional resources (14 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · French · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
- Updated on 09/03/2020
What is this course's project?
Create a concrete modular side table.
The design that you'll learn is easily adaptable to other shapes and dimensions, so you can create different pieces of furniture and objects once the course is finished.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
To anyone who is interested in working with their hands and wants to challenge their craft skills.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge or experience with the material is needed. The processes are simple and with basic skills you can easily perform them.
Regarding materials, you'll need a 5-liter container to make the mixture, spoon, whisk, measuring container, spatula, sandpaper, emery, drill, measuring tape, sponge or roller, adhesive tape, gray and white portland cement, and sealant, among other materials that Carolina and Eduardo will specify at the beginning of the course.
Reviews
A course by user1395249 surname1395249
En Concreto is a Mexican workshop that has been dedicated to the design and artisanal manufacture of elements made with concrete since 2014. They started with manufacturing pots but over time significantly expanded their products and reach. They currently offer a wide variety of pieces, from decorative accessories to interior furniture and street furniture.
In their work they value the material’s humbleness and ability to create timeless pieces, bringing a touch of originality and freshness to different spaces. As creators of decorative objects and street furniture, they promote their projects as connected with nature, guaranteeing that these are in perfect coexistence with the public space they inhabit.
Content
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U1
Welcome!
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About us
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Influences
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What will we do in the course?
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U2
Getting ready
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Tools, materials and workspace
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Let's do it! Mold Making
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Basic mixing and pouring into mold
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Unmold and detail
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U3
Project assembled side table
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Sketching and dimensions
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Mold
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Mixing and emptying
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Unmold, detailed and seal the table
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U4
Additional tips
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Uses, care and recommendations for your piece
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Repair in case of failure or accident
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BONUS: molds 1
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BONUS: molds 2
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The Components of Terrazzo 1 (BONUS)
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BONUS: terrazzo 2
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FP
Final project
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Concrete Furniture Creation for Beginners
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PlusSo far the best course on concrete I have taken. One feels their expertise and their way of sharing their knowledge. Unlike other courses it empowers you to learn to be independent and grow in your art and so far I have not found anything this good. I really recommend it.
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PlusInteresting course, they showed more than I thought
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PlusIt was an interesting course. The process was elaborated in depth.
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A very practical and excellent course for those who want to start making decorative objects with cement
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Great stuff, great people!
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