Cement planters are a great way to protect your plants and keep them well protected. They can be given different shapes or textures to suit your needs, and they are very easy to make.
Below Are A Few DIY Ideas For Concrete Planters.
How To Make The Material?
If you are looking for a DIY planter that will look pretty and last long, then you should consider using white cement. However, if you want to create a raw and untreated look, then gray cement is the perfect choice. both options offer equal durability.
Cement packets are available in small sizes, too. If you’re planning to build a small planter, you can ask for a few grams of cement only if you’re near a construction site. ..
Add cement and water until it is thick yet watery in consistency. If you are short of Cement, you can add sand to the mixture. Don’t add too much sand, it will make your pot brittle. Mix thoroughly but make sure you cover your nose and mouth as you pour water and mix.
How To Know What Kind Of Planters To Build?
• Size:
Are they planters that can be placed on a table or rack?
This will give you an idea of how much material and time will be required to complete the project.
• Shape:
This plant needs a spot to grow and by judging the décor material around it, you can decide the shape that you want it to have.
These are basic 3D shapes that you can make interesting by changing their axes. For example, placing the Cylindrical on the horizontal axis or placing the cube on one of its corners.
If you want to try a freestyle shape, you can buy the silicon sculpture set.
• Patterns
You can place any object on the planter that has a texture you want.
I tried to crave on the wall of the planter.
How To Proceed
Next, cut a hole in the bottom of the container that is slightly larger than the root ball of your desired plant. Next, place the root ball into the hole and spread it out so that it is fully covered by the plastic. Finally, use a marker to draw a circle around the root ball. This will be your planter’s planting area. ..
If you don’t have a pot, you can build one. You can use a box and build your desired shape but then make sure your Cement is not very soggy as the box will then not be able to hold its shape. Also, think of the base. Any shape you wish should have a strong base to hold it still and get the evenness of the pot.
The container should be made of a material that will give the texture you desire and the same color as the cement mixture. Add a glass or other smaller container to give you space to place your plant.
For Small Planters
If you’re new to planting, starting with small planters is a good idea. ..
Design Ideas:
☆ Pour a small amount of Cement mixture into a glass container. ☆ Add your favorite paint or color and stir until well combined. ☆ Place the glass container in a warm place and let it dry. You can create a unique look for your home by painting it! ..
Toilet paper rolls can be cut in half and used as a makeshift holder for cardboard. A notch is made at the top of the roll, and Cement is poured into the notch. An object is then placed on top of the Cement to push it down, and hooks are added before the roll is allowed to dry. ..
To make a planter using a cling film, first place a small dish in the center. Add cement on top of it and take the corner of the film together. Place a small paper cup or anything that could make space once it dries out. Tie a rubber band or a rope at the top and let it dry slowly. Once it will dry, it will give you an imperfect circular or oval shape planter with wrinkles texture. ..
For Big planters
Building a big house plant requires a lot of effort and patience. Few designs and the procedure by which they can be made are given below.
☆ Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. ☆ Place the smaller baking tray on the bottom of the oven and place the larger baking tray on top of it. ☆ Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. This recipe will result in two golden brown cookies that are slightly smaller than average. ..
Place the cement on the tray and keep the smaller tray upon it. Let it dry. Repeat this process three to four times but next time first place the smaller tray and then add Cement at the sides.
In the end, you will have one main frame and three to four other frames.
You can place a Place One on top of the other to create a makeshift wall.
The blocks in a rotating pattern add magic to the room.
We have come a long way since we started withDIY Make Pretty Concrete Planters. Curiosity has led us to what we are today. From basic equipment to multi-functional machines, we have come down a tough lane. Don’t let that curiosity die and experiment with all the basic stuff you can.
