How to Make Textured Concrete Nesting Tables from Lego Molds

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April 23rd, 2015April 22nd, 2015 1

Ben Uyeda at HomeMade Modern has put together a how-to on creating a set of handsome concrete nesting tables using little more than a Lego brick mold and Quikrete Countertop Mix. And no, you don’t sacrifice the Legos. A little non-abrasive soap and water will have them back in action in no time. He says the project only cost him $15 in materials and 6 hours of his time.

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Daniel Fleck says:

April 25th, 2015 at 5:43 am

6 hours of time if you have all the Lego you need without searching through a giant bin and if you don’t include concrete curing time.

Also these tables are in serious need of reinforcement. I can see them crumbling in a stiff wind. Shouldn’t be that hard to throw some chicken wire in there just to hold it together.

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How to Make Textured Concrete Nesting Tables from Lego Molds

By Gareth Branwyn