diy concrete planters

1. How do you make homemade concrete planters?
2. What kind of concrete do you use to make planters?
3. Do concrete planters need drainage holes?
4. What paint is best for concrete planters?
5. Why are my cement pots cracking?
6. What is the best material for outdoor planters?
7. Can cement planters stay outside in winter?
8. What kind of cement is used for molds?
9. What is stronger cement or concrete?

How do you make homemade concrete planters?

Directions

1. In a bucket, combine concrete mix with water. ...
2. Find one bigger-size and one smaller-size plastic bowl or container to use together as a mold.
3. Spray the inside of larger container and the outside of smaller container generously with cooking spray oil.
4. Fill the larger container with the prepared concrete.

What kind of concrete do you use to make planters?

Fine concrete (topping or repair concrete)—standard concrete has gravel in it and these larger stones will affect the overall look of your DIY planters. Look for a smooth concrete made of sand and no large rocks, typically used to repair concrete or as a top coat for rough surfaces.

Do concrete planters need drainage holes?

If you've ever been shopping for a planter, you know that options become limited because not every planter has a drain hole. One great example is our concrete vessel. ... But to keep that succulent alive, it needs a bed or rocks at the bottom and ideally a drainage hole for excess water.

What paint is best for concrete planters?

Masonry Spray Paints

If you want to spray paint a concrete plant pot, make sure you choose a spray paint labeled for masonry, which adheres to the concrete more effectively than standard spray paints. Do not spray paint the concrete plant pots while they have plants inside of them.

Why are my cement pots cracking?

The first and most common reason your concrete planter pot cracked is because the mix contained too much water. The more water that is in the mix, the better the chance that as it evaporates, the concrete will shrink. Concrete by nature will shrink, but the extra water can cause it to shrink too much or quickly.

What is the best material for outdoor planters?

Cedar is an ideal choice for wood planters because it's durable. This type of wood, however, can be costly. Planters with this material tend to also be high maintenance because you have to reseal them from time to time to extend their lifespan. They are likely to decay easily without proper maintenance.

Can cement planters stay outside in winter?

The cold won't affect them as much as summer's heat and moisture. Concrete is also a yawn-inducing container. Concrete can crack, especially if it is thin and wasn't conditioned properly when it was formed. ... Generally, if the pot is glazed inside and out, it won't absorb any moisture.

What kind of cement is used for molds?

Place the QUIKRETE® Fiber-Reinforced Concrete, QUIKRETE® Sand Mix, or QUIKWALL® Surface Bonding Cement, or QUIKRETE® Quick-Setting Concrete in the mold. Be careful not to disturb the sand or move the rigid foam or wood strips. Smooth the surface of the concrete so that it is level with the upper edges of the sides.

What is stronger cement or concrete?

Let's start with the basics: concrete is significantly stronger than cement. Cement is a durable material in its own right, but it simply does not compare to concrete. That's why cement is usually used for smaller, more decorative projects.