How to Make a Stylish Concrete Planter for Your House Plants

House plants are a great way to add some greenery and life to your indoor living space. And what better way to display them than in a stylish concrete planter that you made yourself? In this article, we'll show you how to make a chic and modern concrete planter that will elevate the look of any room.

Materials You'll Need

To make a concrete planter, you'll need the following materials:

• Quick-setting concrete mix
• A plastic container (to use as a mold)
• A smaller plastic container (to create the hollow center of the planter)
• Vegetable oil or cooking spray
• Sandpaper (120 grit)
• A mixing bowl and spoon
• A trowel or putty knife
• Water

Steps to Make a Concrete Planter

Step 1: Prepare the Mold

The first step is to prepare the mold for your planter. Take the larger plastic container and coat the inside with vegetable oil or cooking spray. This will help the concrete release from the mold once it has dried.

Coating the inside of the plastic container

Step 2: Mix the Concrete

In a mixing bowl, combine the quick-setting concrete mix with water according to the package instructions. Mix until you have a thick, smooth consistency.

Mixing the concrete

Step 3: Pour the Concrete into the Mold

Pour the concrete mixture into the prepared mold, filling it about halfway.

Pouring the concrete into the mold

Step 4: Create the Hollow Center

Take the smaller plastic container and press it gently into the center of the concrete mixture. Push down until it's submerged about an inch or so.

Creating the hollow center

Step 5: Finish Pouring the Concrete

Pour the rest of the concrete mixture into the mold, covering the smaller container completely. Use a trowel or putty knife to smooth out the surface of the concrete.

Smoothing out the surface of the concrete

Step 6: Let the Concrete Dry

Let the concrete dry for at least 24 hours. You can leave it in the mold or carefully remove it before it's completely dry.

Letting the concrete dry

Step 7: Remove the Mold and Sand the Surface

Carefully remove the mold and sand the surface of the planter with sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges or imperfections.

Sanding the surface of the planter

Step 8: Add Plants

Once you've sanded the surface of the planter, you're ready to add plants! Simply place your favorite house plant inside the hollow center of the planter and enjoy.

Your stylish new concrete planter with houseplants

Making your own concrete planter is a fun and easy DIY project that can add a touch of modern style to any room in your home. With just a few simple materials and a little bit of time, you can create a unique and beautiful planter that will showcase your house plants in style.

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