Concrete Forms Easy DIY Concrete Pour Simple Install How to Concrete Forms
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Published2 months ago
Duration16:47
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We tackled a challenging concrete pour in extremely cold weather, definitely a top-five experience for the crew! This DIY project involved learning a lot about pouring concrete with modular forms. Despite the difficult conditions, the construction was a success. This might be the futre for concrete forms!
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00:19 - DIY modular stay-in-place forms explained
00:48 - Two form configurations (thickened edge vs 8" slab)
01:31 - Rebar installation breakdown
02:32 - Why these forms are beginner-friendly
03:24 - Installing drain pipe
04:01 - Rebar spacing
05:29 - Rebar tying
06:07 - Last-minute rebar fixes
06:30 - Rebar height issue & how it was fixed
07:03 - Corner gusset plates & 90° improvements
09:18 - Challenges of cold weather pouring
10:34 - Add this to speed up curing
11:17 - Air bleed holes confirm full forms
12:07 - Spring review: frost heave on north end
13:14 - 2,000 sq ft pad complete
14:13 - Tarping the pad & snowfall surprise
15:05 - Future uses for the forms
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