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Concrete Statue Repair - Fixing broken parts, filling air bubbles & seams, and painting restoration

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Concrete garden statues and art can withstand years of outdoor elements, but the human factor of people dropping one or an accident can be frustrating. There are various techniques and glues, but in this video, Andy will demonstrate how he repairs or fixes damaged and broken statues primarily using Portland cement.
Garden art, whether animals, gnomes, or seasonal figurines, enhances the garden, patio, or yard, it lasts forever, and it also makes an ideal gift. There are several other videos on Backyard Adventures with Andy showing how to make a statue mold and how to finish a statue with various paint effects, and more. Subscribe to the statue playlist and check out the channel to see more videos on statues.
Backyard Adventures with Andy Wright is a channel devoted to all-thing gardening and yard care, along with random "adventures" that include statue making, building a pizza oven (coming soon), home entertainment tips, and more. Tune-in for some inspiration and instruction on all things home and yard!
Focus Question: How does one repair concrete garden statues?

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@TroyRudd574 2 месяца назад

Dude! Just put the head in the basket... instant Halloween decor! haha Thanks for the video! My turtle paver lost his head.

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 месяца назад

Thanks for watching. Yes, the head in the basket has worked for some humor. Also, I attached the head to a different mold (a bird), and that has been fun to see. Thanks for watching!

@clarenclaren7882 13 дней назад

Thank you for this great tutorial. I just inherited a few 70’s/80’s concrete frog statues that I had no idea how to began to repair or repaint. This was such great information.

@backyardadventureswithandy 13 дней назад

You are welcome. Sometimes, the old statues are so amazing and the process of remaking them is quite worthwhile, too. Enjoy!

@xz4wkd Год назад

Nice job. Followed your technique and my 60 year old broken statues turned out to be awesome.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Nice to hear... I hope to start a beaver statue soon!

@BrendaLonon 5 дней назад

Great job !. I have a couple of things to repair and I will use your technique. Thanks for the video.

@ericksonstatuary 2 года назад

Nice job on repair and base coat 👍, I restore old statuary as a hobby/ side business. I also use regular cement for big repairs but try red devil concrete patch it's nice ready to use out of the tub. Works great for pitting and small cracks then I use a dremmel tool with grinding stones to smooth it all out. Great video, you nice work!

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 года назад

I appreciate the tip about the Red Devil Patch and the rotary tool!

@janicep1508 Год назад

I think I will try this as I only need to restore one statue.

@BrushworksStatueRestoration 11 месяцев назад

We use meadow patch 20. Made by meadows Ltd and sets in 20 minutes. Can be smoothed by gloved hands while still workable. Thanks for a good video!!

@faith2ful 2 месяца назад

have you ever tried bondo. a concrete statue company said that’s what they use.

@beckyeaton9617 2 года назад

Nice job! ALWAYS wear a mask to avoid breathing in the concrete dust, no matter if you're inside or out. Definitely when you use the grinder!

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 года назад

Yes...I do need to be more consistent with this, too. It is especially important with fiberglass dust.

@beckyeaton9617 2 года назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy The dust isn't good for your lungs. Absolutely with the fiberglass. You do fantastic work & I'd hate to see your health go south from not using proper stuff. Just a friendly reminder! 😉

@Tarot_Time_with_Belle Год назад

@@beckyeaton9617 agreed! After watching my aunty dying from COPD from dust from having a bird indoors and doing lots of home improvement works with no masks. I once thought it was all over the top, but actually after SEEING the damage it does and losing my aunty at just 61 after many years being housebound and stuck to oxygen, it was a tragic, long suffering, extremely frightening end to life. She left behind 5 children and many Grt Grandchildren, 5 years on and it seems so silly and sad to think that, if my aunty had worn a mask when doing diy and maybe not had the bird in her living room, then my cousins and their children wouldn’t be still struggling to deal with the heartache her loss has bought. One simple thing, could’ve made all the difference to her family, who all adored her. Clever, creative, funny, the greatest sense of humour id ever known and with her London cockney accent making her one liners more hilarious, some how. She’s greatly missed. One simple thing we could all do that would make so much difference to our families.

@beckyeaton9617 Год назад

@@Tarot_Time_with_Belle Yes I lost my mom to lung cancer in 2018. She was a heavy smoker for 60 yrs, she was 82. She didn't do any diy's but the cigarettes killed her. Any smoke, dust of any kind, epoxy resin etc are all bad for your lungs. Once they are damaged it only goes south from there.

@davepowell7168 Год назад

Thanks. The 'patina' was effective adding depth and surprisingly an aged look to the cement.

@familyfuntime1750 5 месяцев назад

Really beautiful work! Thank you for the tutorial!Now let me see if I can make my repair look as good as yours do!

@backyardadventureswithandy 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching and I hope this turns out nice for you!

@ascricco987 3 месяца назад

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you very much, sir!

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

Glad I could help!

@gemmabanks851 8 месяцев назад

I’m doing a statue that I got given for free. Beautiful summer pillar with and elf on top with fairy, Gnomes and a cornucopia. I have repaired today with your technique and tomorrow I am going to resurface with plaster of Paris. A little nervous as never done it before but excited to try it, thank you for helping me as I plan to turn this into a regular thing. Xx

@backyardadventureswithandy 7 месяцев назад

How did this turn out? I appreciate the feedback. Remember, Plaster of Paris is good for a short term model. I assume you are using it to make a new mold, or to repair a statue for inside decor?

@janemcgovern6184 Год назад

Thanks, Andy...I have a pocked marked statue I made in art school from being outside a long time...your method with Portland cement and the black/white paint job is terrific. Think you answered my need to restore my sculpture. I have seen other videos but I think you way will make the best job. 😀

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I really appreciate the encouragement. I am about to start a beaver and am going to try a new recording. They take a while, but it is fun to pass the info along.

@SkylarknTexas 2 месяца назад

Thank you! A late 60’s or early 1970’s Peasant’s Proposal is about to get a repair & refurbishment. The upper bowl fell apart one move so fearful of not at least paint sealing.

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 месяца назад

Good luck and thanks for watching...

@angelkwick233 3 месяца назад

Thank you very much for the videos. I watched these and have fixed two of mine already . Ty

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

You are welcome!

@faith2ful 2 месяца назад

Love this aged technique. appreciate this video so much. My daughter in law goose neck and beak broke and they want a lot to repair at concrete place we bought from. they use bondo they told me. hmmm.

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 месяца назад

Bondo or other products work. Each has pros and cons... thanks for watching!

@CraftsmanCollective Месяц назад

Very cool- we love this kind of stuff on our channel!

@backyardadventureswithandy Месяц назад

Thanks, and I hope your channel is successful!

@victoriapiekarz4767 11 месяцев назад

Thanks!! I will try these techniques to fix my garden gnomes

@backyardadventureswithandy 10 месяцев назад

I hope they work out for you!

@GersonManrique Месяц назад

Muy buen trabajo amigo.

@backyardadventureswithandy Месяц назад

Thanks for watching!

@GersonManrique Месяц назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy You're welcome

@bgyangco Год назад

THIS IS A GREAT FIND! Good Morning Andy, We would like to ask you for advice as to repair pits and cracks on our Lion Concrete Statues. We have had the lions for about 10 years and brought them with us to Washington from Florida when we moved here. I see that you are in the Seattle area. We live in Gig Harbor, WA and would be most happy to send you photos of our lion statues and perhaps you can give us advice or even come over to help us and we will pay for your help repairing our lion statues.Thank you very much!

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks so much for the kind words and reaching out! I am not at a spot where I can help with actual work, but I would encourage you to try in a more discreet spot the repair technique I use and see if it seems worth the effort and look you want. I am also will to see some pictures and give input. Enjoy the beauty of Fall in the Pacific NW!

@bgyangco 11 месяцев назад

Hi Andy, We have been referring to your website to repair our Lion Statues. I would like to send you some pictures of our Lion Statue which we started, to find out what whether we are on the right tract. Also as you know obviously the color of the cement does not match the original appearance of the lions so we want to paint them. You use a paint diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio? What about painting with colored portland cement which we just noticed on another video? Also is there an email address I can use to send you the Lion photos ? Thank you very much. - Benny Yangco@@backyardadventureswithandy

@mar1video Год назад

Thanks for the ideas ❗️ Great video ❗️

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

No problem!!

@michaelfrancis1715 2 месяца назад

Any special kind of paint or does it matter. Thanks for showing and they look great

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 месяца назад

I'll often use an inexpensive, exterior flat latex paint. I then water it down for the base coat and follow that up with a dry brush of white. I can't say for sure if the type of paint matters, but I'd imagine exterior paint is slightly better than interior.

@anneformanek5180 Год назад

So many great tips in this video! I'm working on my first mold castings and having a problem with bits coming off as I demold. Hopefully will get that sorted out, but now I think I can actually repair some of my fails! Love your paint technique too

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Tell me more about the bits coming off as you demold...is it little parts breaking or something else?

@petroniabailey185 Год назад

M I’ll s

@skerriesrockart Год назад

your mix isn't right..either too much water or you're not leaving it long enough to harden

@eileenhelmick4126 2 месяца назад

Raccoons ear looks great ! My first attempt is feathers on top of cardinal head ! I'm hoping ? Thank you so much !!!

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 месяца назад

Thanks also for watching!!

@marekgorniak8357 28 дней назад

Hi that’s really helpful regarding the metal support for the girl statue head. How did you match the holes for the metal bit on the head and body?

@backyardadventureswithandy 25 дней назад

I have all sorts of scrap metal and lose bolts/screws around, so I sort of try and see what looks best.

@dannoakl Год назад

Instead of superglue, use Paraloid b72. It is stronger. A 20% dilution with acetone can also be used to seal surfaces.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks for the ideas and input!

@yvonneschimmel453 Год назад

What of my statue is clay? Can.i.mix cement with adhesive and put it all over the statue and let it dry?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I am not sure what would be clay, and I am a bit confused by the question. Are you trying to make a mold or to fix a part?

@yvonneschimmel453 Год назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy fixing some wings that broke off my statue

@brianslayter6470 Год назад

Great job!

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks!

@whttrails 3 месяца назад

I cleaned a friends statue and coated it to be all gray cement. They like it as is but I'm thinking they'd like it more with that aged looked like it originally looked like. Technique you did looks awesome. Thanks for tip. Do you need a concrete sealer before or after if you are painting?

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

I don't put a sealer on it, but if I had a special paint done that was going to be out in the weather, I would spray a clear coat over it. Otherwise, I leave it as is and most are great. Every once in a while, if the paint is thick and doesn't stain/absorb into the statue, it may have a problem after a couple years and start to flake off.

@grubalcava Год назад

I just finished staining my 52" concrete wall fountain and filled cracks that it had. What sealer should I use on a fountain to protect the concrete from water seeping in and cracking again?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I am not sure the best product for this, but if it was me, I'd double up on whatever is recommended.

@joentexas 7 месяцев назад

Watching this I can now fix a cat's ear that was damaged by the movers. The cats about 26-28 inches tall and must weigh in excess 75#. How durable is the paint when the statue becomes wet when it rains? Could or would it be protected with lacquer? Or should the statue be placed in a covered area? Good stuff, Thanks.

@backyardadventureswithandy 7 месяцев назад

I have statues that have been out in the Pacific NW rain and weather for years (like 6+ years), and most look fabulous! I had one I remember that the paint was not thinned, so it was more like a paint, and it has some peeling, but for all the statues that were more of a stain, they are good. With that said, under cover is always better!

@joentexas 7 месяцев назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy Thanks for your reply.

@Devenrenghen Год назад

Very nice ❤ How do you proceed with a statue that doesn't have its leg, for example? Thank you

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I have not personally dealt with it, but if it was a statue I wanted to keep or duplicate, I would try to remold a leg. I have some statues that have had a broken leg, and in those cases, it was not worth repairing, but I had them strategically in the yard where the broken part was hidden.

@mrsdragnfly 3 месяца назад

Fantastic

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

Thank you so much 😀

@suncat1396 6 месяцев назад

My mom broke her back and they did a kaphectomy don't know if i spelled it right basically they inject a glue in the break. That's what this reminds me of.

@backyardadventureswithandy 6 месяцев назад

Uh, sorry about your mom, and interesting!

@285Lioness 4 месяца назад

How would you replace a hand to a statue? I need to repair my great grandmothers Virgin Mary Statue and the hand is missing. It cannot be located. Love your videos too!! thank you

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

This is likely going to be a challenge for (us) amateurs, but if you were trying to fix it yourself, you could try creating a mold and be sure to have a reinforcement that is inset in the original statue. For example, if a metal rod was able to be inset and then supported with a glue, and then the mold would be built around it, that might work. Or, premake a hand and adhere it to the broken spot with concrete adhesive?

@mr.c8033 4 месяца назад

Regarding the head repair: This might be ideal if the head sits and balances when setting. But, what about if it doesn't? Wouldn't a quick set construction adhesive be better?

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

Yes, the construction adhesive is very helpful, but the biggest issue with this is hiding the glue from being visible. It can look quite tacky but adds strength!

@davidcastro3473 Год назад

Great information sir thanks

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks for the encouragement!

@user-ep3xq6gd8h Год назад

What color gray, black and white are you using. What are the names of the colors if your using Sherwin Williams

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

The colors are not exact, and the key is black-ish and white-ish. I've used a variety that are close, and there is not a visual difference that I have seen.

@hilaryberry7133 3 месяца назад

Just found this video. We have a large ‘Modesty’ statue found in my sister’s garden when she moved in. Head is almost off and has crack down one cheek. Going to try your techniques. But Modesty has been painted silver at some point and flaking in some places. What would be your advice for cleaning up before recolouring?

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

I would start with a wash with a stiff scrubby brush, and if the loose paint seems off, then get a watered-down black/gray paint and soak it in once or twice, followed by a dry brush with a light color. You could try the pressure washer carefully, but that could destroy concrete if you are not careful.

@bluebowser3347 Год назад

I bought a concrete angel statue for my mothers grave. It was very expensive and imported from Germany. The wing is chipped so I hope to fix it. I'm not very competent with stuff like this though.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

It might be worth trying a puddy or the Portland Cement mix. It won't match initially, but over time, the weather will bring it close in color, I think.

@Rod7355 4 месяца назад

Great video what type of concrete do you use in regards to your statuary work? I’m trying to figure out what concrete I need. Do use for molding planter boxes. Also, what type of paint do you use to coat your concrete work? Because I’m trying to decide what do use for the concrete planters

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

The concept with latex molds can work with planters, but I suspect many planters are more of a hard cast mold. The latex is ideal when you are trying to copy lots of fine details, like flowers, shapes, etc. I use the mixed bags from the local hardware stores, and it is nothing fancy. It works great and I will often reinforce legs or breakable parts with some scrap metal like long bolts or wire. As for paint, I just use a cheap, exterior paint mixed heavily with water to make it thin.

@texaswalkerwoman9875 Год назад

thank you that was so helpful.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@chavezs24 Год назад

Hello!!! I hope you see this because i am struggling to figure out how to seperate my piece to make a mold. I have a planter that is A female in a Yoga pose. Im trying to figure out where to put the cards for the seams. Or whats the best way to go about it without breaking it when i unmold. Or maybe this is just a technique that i cant use with this planter? What other ways can i make a mold from this? How do i send you a picture?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

All statues should be able to have a mold, its juts that some will require extra seams. Start with one part and work your way around. if parts will get hung up when you separate, consider if a seam or something is needed.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Also, sometimes you can go to a store that sells statues and look carefully at the statues to see how they placed their seams.

@barbboyd9865 Год назад

I'm so happy to have found your channel! I have 2 bunnies that I'm estimating are about 100 years old (made of cement by my great- grandmother) and need some repairs (broken foot, shipped tail...). Knowing about Portland cement is a God-send and I should easily be able to do the repairs. I have a few other questions regarding a life-sized statue (also made by my great-grandmother, and likely to be about the same age as the bunnies) - which sits in a cemetery at her gravesite. She has been painted white for decades and now the paint is chipping. I would like to completely remove the paint and have been told to use lots of water and D2 Biological cleaning solution. Is this something you're familiar with? If I have additional questions, is it possible to email you (if you do that sort of thing...). Thank you so much for any assistance you could provide! The bunnies will be easy compared to the statue...

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

As for paint removal, I do not have enough experience to know the best ways and safest ways to do that. I often pressure wash, but that damages the surface of old concrete. You are welcome to ask questions or if you find my email, try that, but I check comments periodically and try to respond. Thanks for the support!

@barbboyd9865 Год назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy no worries about the paint removal; I'm still gathering info, so may find something eventually. I was advised NOT to pressure wash the statue because of the potential damage as well as the paint chips spraying around the cemetery, so will likely just do the scrubbing - with a non-wire brush. I recently found an article from 1997 about the angel (saying it was created in 1905!) and that Portland cement was what my great-grandmother used - so that was a huge plus from your video. Now, I just need to find a small-enough quantity of it to start repairing the bunnies as my "test" (guinea-bunnies?). Thanks for getting back to me, and if I find I have more questions you may be able to answer, I'll reach out again.

@swkrissie 4 месяца назад

My concrete fountain topper was reinforced with steel rebar, it has cracked and the rebar is rusting, which is causing the topper to crumble. Is it beyond help? I have looked for replacement toppers, it seems like it is futile to find something similar and large enough. I bought some cement clay, but I am looking at something that is in pieces.

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

I think your concern is quite valid, especially because this is a fountain with continual water exposure and movement. It's a lo of work, but I wonder if you could "patch it" with modeling clay, and then make a cast/mold to duplicate the top? I would consider this if the fountain is pretty unique.

@swkrissie 4 месяца назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy It is a unique piece, and I know the original designer and maker of this fountain has passed away. His son tried to take up the art, but couldn't get the mixture right, and his creations crumbled. I was very sad when I heard that. I was thinking about fixing it and casting/mold it, but I have never done anything like that before. I have watched numerous videos of people doing it, they make it look easy, but I know everything takes a skill set I don't have (yet). This fountain was bought in celebration of my surviving cancer, I would hate to give up on the topper.

@nancycarver1317 Год назад

I have a donkey that had his tail broken. It screwed into the donkey. It broke the top half of the concrete off the bolt of the tail. How can I fix it? Not much left in the curve of the tail to drill into. 😢

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

This sounds quite challenging. It may not be possible to repair with a solid fix. Sometimes, a visual fix can work, but it doesn't hold together very well.

@binger1212 7 месяцев назад

A friend needs this done to a 100 year small statue. What TYPE of contractor should I look for to do this? I'm in Phoenix

@backyardadventureswithandy 7 месяцев назад

I do not know people in different areas, but it might be worth rebuilding the statue after fixing it.

@taylarogers313 Год назад

I really appreciate your videos! How do you feel about using the fast setting quikcrete in the red bag?? I've tried the Portland mixture with the sand and gravel and it was a DISASTER!

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I think you should try it, but for years, I just use the standard concrete from the crates at Home Depot (or wherever) and it works great. I still break statues if I take them a part too early, and reinforcing the breakable pieces helps too, but try whatever! My biggest problem is not waiting, especially in colder temperatures where concrete cures more slowly.

@niccolealdrich4890 3 месяца назад

Getting your concrete wet before drilling into it may help reduce dust...

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

Yes, and for certain drilling, I have used a small roto-drill to get a bigger hole. Now days, I like using glues and trying to avoid having it leak out the seam. Then, I fill in the seams with my Portland Cement mixture.

@sislertx 2 года назад

U should try to paint them to look like aged.copper...always a headache...lol. Thanks tho..i repaired a really special one i have but its broke again and this gives me some incentive to.redo it.

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 года назад

I understand...some statues are special, and a fix would be helpful. I may try the copper and a few other base coats. When I sell my statues, the black foundation that makes the aged look have been the most popular.

@coburnlowman 11 месяцев назад

You make great detaied videos. I promise I'm not making fun , but you remind me of Dwight Shruet from the office , now that he has a beard.

@backyardadventureswithandy 11 месяцев назад

I'll take it! Thanks...

@hello_rice 2 года назад

do you need to use a cement bonding agent or just cement? i saw some other tutorials that use a bonding agent and i'm hoping its not needed cause the ones i find are pricey. (also i don't need a huge amount since i'm only repairing one statue)

@backyardadventureswithandy 2 года назад

I have not used any cement bonding agent...but there are a variety of techniques!

@user-kv3ob3ix7c 4 месяца назад

How do u put a broken deer horn back on, broke off. It is cement

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

I have one like this that is really thin, and I think a concrete adhesive from the hardware store is your best bet, but unless you paint over it, the color of the adhesive will likely be visible to the eye.

@jennifercernava6443 7 месяцев назад

What would you recommend to rebuild small missing fingers and facial features that I can sculpt the fine features? I am wanting to restore a small concrete gnome that got pretty beat up

@backyardadventureswithandy 7 месяцев назад

I would try a molding clay, and then after it is dry and firm, rebuild the statue with latex rubber.

@Chris-nw5lk 10 месяцев назад

Hi, do you have any suggestions for a yard statue made with plaster I think, the legs fell off and left a hole in the belly. It's a tall bird, about 2-3 ft high but the legs are actually metal, much heavier than the plaster body. I need a material that can hold the legs up under the belly and fill the hole in the belly. I think cement would be too heavy. Thanks for any info😍

@backyardadventureswithandy 10 месяцев назад

I am not sure what would be best. You could almost try to put a mix of PVC pipe or another material in the body cavity and protruding out as legs, and then get spray foam (very light) to fill the cavity. Then the PVC/etc. could hopefully look realistic enough and be painted to look like legs?

@Chris-nw5lk 10 месяцев назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy spray foam sound promising. I saw some craft plaster, but I don't know anything about it, or if it would hold legs. If I had a pond, I'd seal it up and make it a swimmer 😂 I think it will probably fail anyway I try. It may be a fatal injury. I enjoy your site. I have been painting all my outdoor cement. I'm in the middle of a religious statue. He was white cement but I decided to clothe him in appropriate garb, which is tons of fun. Thanks your help😍

@kimberlysmith-parkerson7067 6 месяцев назад

Do you seal the paint? Great instructional video. Thank you for sharing.

@backyardadventureswithandy 6 месяцев назад

If I have it outside, any sort of seal or coating helps it last longer. I have some styles that are aged-stone looking that I don't seal, because I like the weathered look over time. Anything with colors does better with a seal.

@lydiaahubbell8545 5 месяцев назад

@@backyardadventureswithandymy friend has a concrete fountain of children standing under an umbrella that was in 3 pieces. The middle piece broke and he took it away (i think he still has the pieces) and is operating the fountain with the umbrella part sitting directly on top of the children, which makes it look like a very misshapen toadstool.

@lydiaahubbell8545 5 месяцев назад

@@backyardadventureswithandywhat kind of sealer do you recommend?

@woodfantasy871 4 месяца назад

Nice job! do you seal it?

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

Over the last 5+ years, I have only sealed a few. Most of my unsealed ones have done great, but the few statues I painted where the paint did not absorb/semi-stain into the concrete have had some paint come off. I think that statues with paint on the surface and minimal absorbing would benefit from a seal if in the weather year after year, otherwise repainting may be needed.

@brukashe 9 месяцев назад

Hi i have some questions about repairs for the face of a buddah fountain face that has fore damage and the surface needs repair

@backyardadventureswithandy 9 месяцев назад

What questions do you have?

@swkrissie 4 месяца назад

Should you wear a respirator to protect your lungs?

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

Always a good thing!

@candiceclgg5693 Год назад

What about really heavy statues I have a bird feeder that the bass cracked and it fell over Now I know I'm going to have to put A metal beam in there but can I use that cement too with something that heavy

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

A lot of the concrete will respond in a similar way if it is supported. You may want to look at other products that bond concrete together. with more adhesive strength.

@kellywilsonhollidaypeterson1 Год назад

Would this also work for concrete benches that have seen better days

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I don't know how long it would last with the wear and tear that benches have. I am doubtful it would last for a while.

@maryannmoy7812 Год назад

Hi, I’m making life size concrete sculpture using 1 part Portland cement to 2 parts play sand and I’ve got some shim lines and holes to fill, if I just use straight up Portland will that have the same strength as my usual formula? Thank you for your video!

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

The Portland cement will have a similar texture if you do any paint over it, but it often leaves a different shade of gray. One way around this is to sort of paint the statue or wash the statue in the Portland cement watered-down, so it all has a similar color.

@j.d.1488 5 месяцев назад

First time at this channel. Great video. ? Did you ever use a binder (concrete glue) to help with cement surface mating? Also portland cement straight up, no sand?

@backyardadventureswithandy 5 месяцев назад

The Portland cement is without sand for smaller repairs and cosmetic fixes...YES! If it is a bigger fix or hole, then sand would help and would change things. I would use a concrete glue, but you have to watch it leaking out as it looks really tacky when exposed, for certain types of finish.

@thehungrynutritionist Год назад

Hi my water fountain had the bird beak missing how can I fix it 😢 I don’t have the missing piece .

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

If the beak is really small, I don't know that you could make a little piece that would hold, but I would try to mold a small piece into the shape of a beak and glue it on. It could even be another material and painted black. It will always be fragile, so that might not be ideal.

@carlfranklin7818 2 года назад

I'm trying to glue to concrete legs together and everything I try just pulls apart....what should I use?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

There are some caulk high strength glues at the hardware stores that are great for concrete. Perhaps ask there about a glue and that might be a good next step.

@benstevinson764 Год назад

The wind 🍃 blew over my garden statue of Venus ♀ over and her head has broken off I've tried to glue her concrete head back on but it didn't work she is still broken???

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thin pieces are really difficult to repair, especially when made of concrete without reinforcement.

@kevinkendall-qb1ne Год назад

How do you handle the hairline cracks? Have one with a crack around the neck, back of head and wrist.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Concrete always has natural cracks, such as in sidewalks, but if the part is still attached, it is fine. If you are saying the hairline crack is all the way through, meaning broken, then you will need to repair it. The nice thing about a tight break is that some glues will hold it together with minimal showing out the seam.

@carolsartor282 8 месяцев назад

What kind of paint did you use?

@backyardadventureswithandy 7 месяцев назад

I use a latex exterior mixed with extra water. Nothing special, and I have even use interior paint and it worked for years. As long as the paint is thin enough to "stain" or absorb, it holds up nicely over time.

@bharris9824 Год назад

How long does your paint last? I’ve got to stencil silhouettes on fresh cement support columns for an outdoor birding platform by a lake and need some sort of paint that will last (hopefully) at least a decade. Thanks for the video -very informative.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Most of my painted statues are less than 6 years old, and the ones in the exposed rain and sun have started to show signs of breaking down the paint. However, the higher quality paints, like at Sherwin Williams, seem to hold up better over time if the surface was clean and fully dry when painted on.

@janicep1508 Год назад

I have a 30 year old painted fawn. Starting to show cracks and pockmarks because he is outside all winter. The tricky part is his paint is nicely colored multi toned to resemble real fur. I don't want him to look like cheaply dyed hair. Your brushing technique should help with that, lightly brushing in a few different shades.

@mirtamorado5910 Год назад

I have a Cement Artichoke I want to marry with wood stand as it is uneven and unsteady… any advice?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

No advice, but I have seen birdbaths and other things with various supports. Concrete is heavy!

@carollxo1019 Год назад

Hi. Which product shd i buy at Can Tire Lowes or Home Depot to reattach a beheaded CHERUB ?! Its cement, no visible wiri g and its 20ins tall. Heavy too! Help :-/ pls&thx

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

If you are (re)painting it, there is a tube of concrete adhesive in the aisle that sells concrete materials that could be an effective glue, the glue line is visible if it is not repainted. the portland cement can help if you are not repainting it, but it won't have the original strength.

@Txnkid76 Год назад

What kind of paint are you using with the white details? I am restoring and water fountain so after I paint it is there a clear protectant that might save the color longer? Thanks

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

I don't use anything special, just a latex white/grayish color. It lasts for years outside, and the aging only makes it look better. There are spray can seals or other seals that you can put on it, too. I don't usually seal mine.

@Txnkid76 Год назад

@@backyardadventureswithandy Thank You!

@BendOver69420lol Год назад

This looks great!

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks! I am getting ready to start a new one of a beaver. Enjoy!

@misskitty6586 Год назад

Is that Sherwin Williams paint? Exterior grade I assume?

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Yes, typically Sherwin Williams, although I have used other cheaper ones and they have been just fine!

@remsnv7069 Год назад

What concrete mix do you use? Do you add sand to it too?

@remsnv7069 Год назад

Wait nevermind it’s in the video😅

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Ha...yes, just standard concrete mix from the local home and garden store. I do ad metal for reinforcement of more breakable parts like arms and legs and heads.

@rosericketts3708 Год назад

Hello! I bought sand - does it matter if it's added to the cement? I have some heavy repairs to do, as well as several like in this video.

@tonysmith8779 3 месяца назад

You didn't really show how the repairs looked after they dried

@backyardadventureswithandy 3 месяца назад

I'll try to make a video soon and include this a little closer. Thanks!

@user-ql6qg7bh3p 4 месяца назад

You have put the head in the basket, would make a pretty creepy statue

@backyardadventureswithandy 4 месяца назад

I just made an Eagle body with the girl head.... I think it would make a great white elephant.

@danielcarbajal5351 Год назад

I noticed that you didn't mention to wear safety goggles or glasses while working with power tools on concrete projects, just a suggestion.😉

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Great point!

@davepowell7168 Год назад

Hard hats and ear defenders are essential but optional

@MoneyPitCastle Год назад

Hey Andy. Do you have a way to contact you on social media or email? I bought a house with a bunch of statues on it and looking for any advise you have to preserve and clean them. They're a little weird looking, I can send photos.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

you can email me at backyardadventureswithandy @ gmail dotcom

@Bluesidian Год назад

Maybe someone got offended seeing a "Black Jockey" Gnome and threw a rock at it lol.

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

Thanks!

@JUGSEASON Год назад

Do you really think an inch long screw was the best support for the head and body? It didn’t even go inside the head! Only the body. 😂

@backyardadventureswithandy Год назад

No, I think that longer is better. Most of these repairs are to bring stability, realizing that they will never be the same once broken, as far as total strength.

@catlady5261 9 месяцев назад

Dude, safety first! Wearing gloves to cover your paws yes. But you need to cover your EYES! Don't learn that lesson by experience.

@backyardadventureswithandy 9 месяцев назад

Good point! Your are right!

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