How Do You Cast Molds For Concrete Columns?
Not just for driveways or sidewalks anymore, concrete has become a staple product for lawn decorations. Statues, fountains, stepping stones and benches are only a few of the many uses that have become popular in recent years. Of course, making your own versions can be much less expensive than buying the products already made, and it allows you to customize your décor with your own unique style. For those who haven’t found, or don’t want to find, their inner sculptor, making these beautiful items means learning how to cast concrete molds. Prepare the mold. Coat the concrete mold with a releasing agent. This is an essential step. You can use a purchased releasing agent that is made specifically for casting molds, or you can use cheaper alternatives that are available around your home, like light vegetable oil. You need to coat the entire inside surface of the mold and then wipe away any excess. There should be a barely visible, very light coat. If you forget to use a releasing agent, the
