# DIY: Making Concrete Sinks/vanities.... **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [November 28, 2013, 6:15am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044 "2013-11-28T06:15:02Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 6:15am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/1 "2013-11-28T06:15:02Z")
I have a feeling many members on this forum don’t know who I am anymore… but I’ve been here since day 1 and in the past have been known for DIY’s and fabricating. Thought I’d share… I love showing people the possibilities with concrete and how beautiful it can be made when crafted. the makings of a mold: [ATTACH=CONFIG]25142[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]25143[/ATTACH] Just natural grey concrete color fresh out of the mold: [ATTACH=CONFIG]25144[/ATTACH] complete and installed: [ATTACH=CONFIG]25145[/ATTACH] Yep, that’s all concrete! I’ve got some pretty cool creative new designs in the mix right now that I’ll be making in the next few weeks. if you’re interested in following up on my past and future creations: [www.thielstudios.com](http://www.thielstudios.com) instagram: thielstudios facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/thielstudios](https://www.facebook.com/thielstudios) ---
**Author:** ![joelster](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/joelster/32/7258_2.png) [@joelster](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/joelster)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 6:51am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/2 "2013-11-28T06:51:31Z")
Where’s the drain? ---
**Author:** ![TradersBASE](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tradersbase/32/5321_2.png) [@TradersBASE](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TradersBASE)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 6:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/3 "2013-11-28T06:54:11Z")
The drain setup on that is so cool and I love the sweepy style. ---
**Author:** ![joelster](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/joelster/32/7258_2.png) [@joelster](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/joelster)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 6:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/4 "2013-11-28T06:55:34Z")
Ah, I see it now. That tiny ridge in the back! ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 6:58am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/5 "2013-11-28T06:58:05Z")
That sink is awesome :tup: ---
**Author:** ![91MR2](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/91mr2/32/7217_2.png) [@91MR2](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/91MR2)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 7:30am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/6 "2013-11-28T07:30:33Z")
Sure is… ---
**Author:** ![travisn](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/travisn/32/5046_2.png) [@travisn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/travisn)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 9:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/7 "2013-11-28T09:17:13Z")
I’m assuming the molds are cnc’d? ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 10:31am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/8 "2013-11-28T10:31:57Z")
Correct, drain is at the back. It’s called a slot drain. The mold i make by hand and formed out of pvc plastic sheet and foam. ---
**Author:** ![2TurboZ](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/2turboz/32/7577_2.png) [@2TurboZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/2TurboZ)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 3:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/9 "2013-11-28T15:27:30Z")
Dont be so modest…you are also devilishly handsome in addition to everything else you do so well. ---
**Author:** ![rugsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/rugsr/32/7474_2.png) [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 4:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/10 "2013-11-28T16:32:11Z")
Very cool. Does a normal drain setup work with this? Ive been itching to try something like this for my backyard grilling area ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2013, 7:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/11 "2013-11-28T19:15:05Z")
Normal drain works. I fabricate an adapter which simply allows a tailpiece to screw into the base of the sink… Very easy. > [@2TurboZ](#): > > Dont be so modest…you are also devilishly handsome in addition to everything else you do so well. ❤😉 ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2013, 5:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/12 "2013-11-29T05:29:27Z")
> [@LAFENGAS](#): > > Normal drain works. I fabricate an adapter which simply allows a tailpiece to screw into the base of the sink… Very easy. > > ❤ Any issues with concrete staining, or more importantly retaining moisture/bacteria/mold/shit? This is :tup: ---
**Author:** ![TradersBASE](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tradersbase/32/5321_2.png) [@TradersBASE](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TradersBASE)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2013, 6:18am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/13 "2013-11-29T06:18:18Z")
> [@Norb O](#): > > Any issues with concrete staining, or more importantly retaining moisture/bacteria/mold/shit? This is :tup: [http://www.thielstudios.com/concrete-faqs/](http://www.thielstudios.com/concrete-faqs/) Q: Are concrete surfaces sanitary? A: If you are considering using concrete countertops in your kitchens and have concerns about cleaning and sanitation, you need to understand that well-made concrete surfaces are very cleanable and sanitary, despite what you may have heard from those trying to disparage concrete countertops. Just like granite, marble, and other natural stone surfaces surfaces, concrete is porous and needs to be sealed. Many factors are involved that affect how cleanable (and therefore sanitary) a countertop surface is, and these factors apply to all surfaces. The smoothness, lack of surface voids or pits and the porosity all have a profound influence on how easy or difficult it is to clean a surface. Surfaces that are rough or that have pinholes can trap dirt, grease or food residue, which are essentially food banks for bacteria. Porous surfaces, like wood, tile grout, unsealed stone or unsealed concrete absorb contaminants into the surface and also absorb moisture. Bacteria need moisture to survive, and surfaces that act as moisture reservoirs allow bacterial growth. Properly finished and sealed concrete can be virtually impervious to fluids, especially water. High quality concrete countertops shouldn’t have pinholes in the surface that can trap food and dirt. The use of hardeners or densifiers can reduce the porosity of concrete to the point where water doesn’t penetrate. And impervious coatings that are properly applied can provide waterproof barriers that seal the concrete and prevent contaminants from actually getting to the concrete. “Some people mistakenly believe that concrete countertops should be cheap because concrete itself is inexpensive – it’s just sand and cement, right? Not quite, and the material cost has very little to do with the cost and quality of the finished product. **Violins and 2x4s are both made out of wood, so should they have similar costs**?” This is my personal favorite FAQ answer. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2013, 8:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/14 "2013-11-30T20:35:27Z")
I’ve got to demand my prices somehow! Lol ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [December 1, 2013, 11:08am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/15 "2013-12-01T11:08:19Z")
Love the violin line :tup: ---
**Author:** ![brilliantyellowg60](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/6f9a4e/32.png) [@brilliantyellowg60](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/brilliantyellowg60)\ **Post date:** [December 3, 2013, 7:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/16 "2013-12-03T07:12:43Z")
very cool, love your project updates how much does a sink like this run? $1K? ---
**Author:** ![LUKE\_L](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/luke_l/32/7462_2.png) [@LUKE\_L](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUKE_L)\ **Post date:** [December 3, 2013, 9:53am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/17 "2013-12-03T09:53:10Z")
Very Cool :tup: ---
**Author:** ![juicedz4](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/juicedz4/32/5051_2.png) [@juicedz4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/juicedz4)\ **Post date:** [December 3, 2013, 1:05pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/18 "2013-12-03T13:05:10Z")
Id love to try this someday. :tup: Dan ---
**Author:** ![LAFENGAS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lafengas/32/7573_2.png) [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2013, 6:37am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/19 "2013-12-27T06:37:27Z")
working on an 86" dual vanity now… ![https://scontent-a-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1524582_782373095109770_476837975_n.jpg](https://scontent-a-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1524582_782373095109770_476837975_n.jpg) ![https://scontent-b-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1533841_782470191766727_1891534087_n.jpg](https://scontent-b-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1533841_782470191766727_1891534087_n.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2013, 6:43am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044/20 "2013-12-27T06:43:58Z")
How much does that weigh? [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-making-concrete-sinks-vanities/234044.md?page=2)