DIY Concrete Bench | Forming, Pouring & Finishing | Step by Step Tutorial | Lucid Concrete Services

In this video, I take you step by step through the entire process of building a DIY concrete bench — from forming and pouring to finishing. This is my first time making a concrete bench, so I’ll share not only what I did but also the tips and tricks I learned along the way. You’ll see real-time footage, time-lapses, and helpful explanations as I show you: ✔️ How to build the form for the concrete bench ✔️ Mixing, placing, and vibrating the concrete ✔️ Finishing techniques for a smooth, professional look Whether you’re new to concrete or looking for a DIY outdoor project that’s functional and long-lasting, this tutorial will give you everything you need to build your own concrete bench at home. If you enjoy the video, don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE — it really helps support the channel and lets me share more DIY concrete projects with you! Time stamps: 00:00 laying out the bench design 00:50 securing the plywood to the slab 2:13 inside bench leg 3:17 bench seat support 3:48 drilling in rebar 4:15 tying rebar 4:30 outside legs 5:20 front bench form 6:50 bench back 9:10 bench seat rebar 10:57 bench back rebar 12:20 ready for concrete 12:40 loading in the bags 13:00 mixing concrete 13:20 pouring the first batch in the forms 13:52 vibrating 15:20 more concrete! 16:40 magging 17:27 edging 19:00 pouring the back of the bench 24:27 stripping forms to finish front 26:10 stripping and smoothing bench back Concrete: Quikrete 6000 PSI 25kg/55lb Bags (from Home Depot) 👉 Have questions about the process? Drop them in the comments — I reply to everyone. #concrete #diy #tutorial #howto #cement #homeprojects