✅ Frequently Asked Questions: 1. What cement do you use? 👉 I use Portland Cement - pure ordinary cement for construction. 2. What sand do you use? 👉 I use builders sand (natural sand of construction). I use a sieve to sift the sand before using it in making sand molds and concrete mixes. 3. Can I use Play Sand in my concrete crafts? 👉 While play sand may seem similar to the sand used in concrete mixes, it's important to note that NOT all play sands are suitable for making concrete. Play sand is typically washed, graded, and free of impurities, making it suitable for use in children's sandboxes and other recreational purposes. However, you can use Play Sand ONLY to shaping your sand molds. 4. Where do you buy your materials from? I buy all my materials (cement, sand, polystyrene, steel wire, ...) from local hardware stores or construction supply stores. 5. What's the ratio of your concrete mixture? 👉 Concrete mix: 2 Cement + 1 Sand + Water Always mix the cement and sand very well, then gradually add water until you achieve the desired consistency. 6. Can I use prepared concrete that is already mixed by the manufacturer? 👉 Depending on the products available in your region (Quikrete, All Cement, Top n’ Bond, Sakrete, etc.), be aware that it depends on the concrete mix and the type of project. *** If the project is a simple pour of concrete into a mold (styrofoam, sand, plastic, etc.) and you do not need to make a custom sculpture, you can therefore use any mixture of concrete PROVIDED that the large aggregates (rocks) are sifted if it exists and don't miss to viber the mold at least 20s to come out the air bubbles. *** If your concrete creation contains shaping and sculpting steps, like most of my projects, then you need your concrete mix to be very smooth and not dry quickly. You should purchase a gravel-free concrete mix that does not dry too quickly. I always recommend sifting the concrete mix very well. If you need more information about cement and concrete mixes, I recommend reading this article 👉 artsyprettyplants.com/making-cement-concrete-crafts-tests/
