I really appreciate seeing you make mistakes and solving them. I feel that a good majority of us are afraid to mess up and think the project is shot when we do, but you show us how to fix issues that sometimes seem beyond repair. Awesome videos!
just a note I followed your instructions to a T just because I loved the design The light isn't too strong which makes your choice of lighting very bad. It doesn't even work as a reading lamp. I ended up replacing the led strip with an led aluminum strip (you can find it on ebay or dhgate, really cheap) that had an 18000 lumen rating. Worked like a charm But other than that your design and implementation were flawless Thank you
Sorry for watching video so late - after 4 years. Awesome video! You could have added weight to the base instead of supporting bracket. Thanks for sharing.
I wanted to watch this when it first came out, but got distracted and just got back to it. This is one of my favorites, Mike! The design and aesthetics of this one are just killer! And I learned a bunch of tricks too!
Use a string with a weight attached ar the end, tie the other end to the LED lights, and you can pull it through while keeping it taunt and therefore the lights oriented in the correct direction!! Love your creativity.
One tip i would have for this is to cut the false ends off of the original board before you channel it out so that the wood grain matches on the final piece. Or better yet would be to route out the area for the LEDs and only cut one side open so that the finished side (outside) doesnt have any cuts seen.
This lamp is so awesome! I’m really glad you found that tubing. I’ve been playing with an idea for awhile and that tube is the solution to at least one of the problems (still a work in progress for WAY down the road). Awesome design too! Love that extra back triangle addition.
Really nice build Mike! I really like its profile a lot. The PEX is a really interesting idea. Do you think you'll use it again, or is it too much hassle?
Thanks Michael! I might, but also might use clear silicon tube. It was pretty simple to use, and if I hadn't overshot my channel width at the table saw, it probably would have looked pretty clean with clear epoxy over it (which would have simplified it a bit).
Perhaps use metal, such as aluminium or copper, for the LED strip to stick onto for better heat dissipation from the LEDs. New subscriber here! Cheers!
Any tips on where to source aluminum strips to use inside the pex tube? My searches on amazon and eBay have been fruitless... thanks! (This video is what inspired me more than a year ago to pick up my diy projects after years of inactivity, thank you @modustrial maker)
I would make the removable part very thin layer of epoxy with some tiny clips to the inside to be attached to the wood. To keep the balance in the lamp, I would add some iron from the inside front of the concrete to keep it balanced instead of adding extra wood and changing my design. Good job, I’ll use this idea in different design, as I’ll make it as a bar drop light (no concrete needed). Thanks for sharing.
Ive never worked with concrete so maybe this question is basic but is there a reason you guys dont use sulfur free clay to seal a mold over silicone? Ive used clay and fillet shapers for massive silicone pours with zero leaks so it seems like it would be a huge time saver here as well.
Modustrial Maker it’s a non drying reusable clay thats oil and wax based. Doesn’t stick to anything that I’ve used it on. Makes perfect round fillets so in terms of finishes you can get a perfect half inch round finish and need little to no finish work on the edge. Works with epoxy, polyester, silicone with no reaction. Can’t find anything about water reaction though so good question.
Small tip: If You spray a little isopropyl alcohol over the hot glue, it will loosen up right away, and you don't need to use heatgun. Very cool lamp, I will make a similar one.
Bonjour, je voudrais connaître le mélange utilisé pour le pied en béton ? Merci de votre réponse et bonne continuation pour votre chaîne que j apprécie beaucoup.
I like your videos very much, apart from the fact that you talk a lot (Laughter), but besides being an excellent craftsman, you are sincere in your videos, show the whole process, mistakes and hits. This encourages those who are starting, as for those who are starting to work even as a hobby, it is very important to realize that it is possible, it is a process that is wrong and correct. Congratulations hugs from Brazil!
Hi Mike, as always very nice video, I am looking forward to your next project in the new year. I would like to do another project with UHPC soon, but I am currently missing the ideas. Best regards Frank
The lower base, which must be heavier, can also be made of wood and inside the assembly a piece of iron or even marble. The marble can be found, a strip can be mounted in a wooden gutter to make it look gorgeous! The lamba must still be a little smaller than this!
Hi can you make videos of projects with limited tools. Say circular saw, jigsaw and other hand tools. In that way, it becomes more accessible for other people with limited tools to recreate it ! Thanks for sharing this. I enjoyed watching the making
Google plus? That's still a thing? Awesome lamp, Mike! The shape of the base, and the cantilevered design give it a sleek modern vibe. Tons of great tips for using epoxy & LED's too.
Man that was niceeeee ! What I love about you is your simplicity and your honesty. It reflects in your designs. Looking forward to see you in 2019. Yay !!!
Great project! A good way to help you also with the heat on the led stripe would be an aluminium stripe and cpu glue (just to over do it a bit!) Im not a maker but you make my head spin for a bit! Thank you! And a happy creative year!
Nice simple project with inexpensive materials. Thanks! I keep a look out for the update on the switch (but I think I can figure out how ya did it.) Nice work.
Thanks for sharing. Sub'd right after you admitted your design flaw and found a simple but perfect solution. Thanks for not editing that out. It's part of everyone's process Oh, Happy Holidays too!!!
It is Fishstone GFRC mix... You can order direct from them or on Amazon, but shipping is pricy. The dimensions of the frame are such you could also do it with standard concrete, but it wouldn't be white.
That's awesome. It moved me to subscribe to your channel. Can you make a video tour on your work shop and show us every tools that you had? It will help us, the amateur, on knowing what tools we have to had. Thanks a lot
Yup, shop is just short for workshop :) ps, if you have questions about tools or what you need for projects , feel free to ask. I'm always happy to help
Yes, they could be cleaner....this whole series is about experimenting with process and design....these are prototypes, not meant to be a refined product ready to be sold.
Hey man, I've just found your channel and binged a lot of videos. Great ideas and content! One thing I would have done slightly different is to leave a piece of tubing inside the concrete mold so the wiring remains completely invisible. You could even leave an opening to the upper part of the base to place the on/off switch, that would be neat!
8 из 10 за идею, 2 из 10 за реализацию. Думаю, КПД получившегося устройства как обогревателя выше, чем как источника света. И стыки деревянных элементов выглядят очень кустарно.
I don't recall the specific song names, but I get all my music from epidemic sound. Also if you use Shazam, it works to identify most of the songs in the epidemic sound library
It was either "movie letters" or "dark, tall, and handsome" and I stretched it out to get the look I wanted. Both should be free to download if you search.
Awesome looking lamp! :) Watching your projects makes me want to give concrete a try..
Thanks! Always a huge compliment coming from you. With your eye for design, it would be amazing to see what you could do with concrete!
I really appreciate seeing you make mistakes and solving them. I feel that a good majority of us are afraid to mess up and think the project is shot when we do, but you show us how to fix issues that sometimes seem beyond repair. Awesome videos!
Thanks Trevor! Always happy to share the mistakes....we all make them, might as well learn from them 😀
just a note
I followed your instructions to a T just because I loved the design
The light isn't too strong which makes your choice of lighting very bad. It doesn't even work as a reading lamp. I ended up replacing the led strip with an led aluminum strip (you can find it on ebay or dhgate, really cheap) that had an 18000 lumen rating. Worked like a charm
But other than that your design and implementation were flawless
Thank you
Great design!! If you do it again, you can use an aluminium strip behind the LEDs (and thermally conductive glue) and it really helps for cooling!
Thanks Lawrence!
Very nicely explaining..
Thank you for sharing Broh
All the love from Tunisia 🇹🇳
Sorry for watching video so late - after 4 years. Awesome video! You could have added weight to the base instead of supporting bracket. Thanks for sharing.
I wanted to watch this when it first came out, but got distracted and just got back to it. This is one of my favorites, Mike! The design and aesthetics of this one are just killer! And I learned a bunch of tricks too!
Thanks Ethan!
Use a string with a weight attached ar the end, tie the other end to the LED lights, and you can pull it through while keeping it taunt and therefore the lights oriented in the correct direction!! Love your creativity.
Interesting idea! And, thanks!
One tip i would have for this is to cut the false ends off of the original board before you channel it out so that the wood grain matches on the final piece.
Or better yet would be to route out the area for the LEDs and only cut one side open so that the finished side (outside) doesnt have any cuts seen.
Does the paste wax act like form release so that nothing sticks?
Wow! It looks amazing!
Thanks @Zarpia !
This lamp is so awesome! I’m really glad you found that tubing. I’ve been playing with an idea for awhile and that tube is the solution to at least one of the problems (still a work in progress for WAY down the road). Awesome design too! Love that extra back triangle addition.
Thanks much! Glad I could provide the idea, and looking forward to seeing what you've got in the works!
this is great and would be worth redesigning in the future with different angles and LED layouts. i want one for my desk.
Thanks! And yeah, some tweaks to the design could probably make it even better
Very nice project !
Thanks Paul!
Really nice build Mike! I really like its profile a lot. The PEX is a really interesting idea. Do you think you'll use it again, or is it too much hassle?
Thanks Michael! I might, but also might use clear silicon tube. It was pretty simple to use, and if I hadn't overshot my channel width at the table saw, it probably would have looked pretty clean with clear epoxy over it (which would have simplified it a bit).
Just an idea, would be nice to see things made without all the power tools and just basic tools. Nice lamp!
Thanks!
Looks really nice !
Thanks Iyad!
Simply Amazing
Thank you Irfan!
Make something from Used Wooden Pallets
Dude I would have added leds that can change colors and on off wifi feature that lamp is lovey and got my mind spining Great design!
Bro awesome work.
Thanks Dinesh!
What did you use to fill the small holes in the cement after it was done?
Nothing....the GFRC was pretty darn smooth out of the form
@@modustrial if that happens, how does one finish it? Also , will the holes on the wood be enough to keep led from heating up ?
Gorgeous!
Thanks Byron!
Perhaps use metal, such as aluminium or copper, for the LED strip to stick onto for better heat dissipation from the LEDs. New subscriber here! Cheers!
Good call! Glad to have you join the community!
Any tips on where to source aluminum strips to use inside the pex tube? My searches on amazon and eBay have been fruitless... thanks!
(This video is what inspired me more than a year ago to pick up my diy projects after years of inactivity, thank you @modustrial maker)
Have you tried ecopoxy, you can do large pours without having to wait for layers to dry.
Yes, but total boat is more affordable and cures quicker. Also hear a strong rumor that total boat will be releasing a deep pour epoxy soon ;)
I didn’t see how you removed the plastic tube. How did you do it?
It stayed in as a defuser
I would make the removable part very thin layer of epoxy with some tiny clips to the inside to be attached to the wood. To keep the balance in the lamp, I would add some iron from the inside front of the concrete to keep it balanced instead of adding extra wood and changing my design. Good job, I’ll use this idea in different design, as I’ll make it as a bar drop light (no concrete needed). Thanks for sharing.
I love how you are engineering on the fly, the story of my life.
Design as you go, is my motto 👍👍
It's beautiful
Thank you!
bastante elegante amigo quedo super la lampara gracias por compartir un saludo desde Colombia!!
Ive never worked with concrete so maybe this question is basic but is there a reason you guys dont use sulfur free clay to seal a mold over silicone? Ive used clay and fillet shapers for massive silicone pours with zero leaks so it seems like it would be a huge time saver here as well.
I'm not sure if the clay is waterproof? If it is and doesn't bond to concrete then it could work.
Modustrial Maker it’s a non drying reusable clay thats oil and wax based. Doesn’t stick to anything that I’ve used it on. Makes perfect round fillets so in terms of finishes you can get a perfect half inch round finish and need little to no finish work on the edge. Works with epoxy, polyester, silicone with no reaction. Can’t find anything about water reaction though so good question.
Nice build...
Thanks!
Salut ! I love it!
Really nice looking lamp!
Thanks much!
Hermosa lampara,me gustaria saber que tipo de concreto usa y que es lo que le agrega? es fibra de vidrio? conqué finalidad?
Mike this is fantastic. I love it. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Flomo! Good to see you here!
Cool video! May you have a Happy & Prosperous New Year.
Thanks! Happy New Year to you as well!
Nice made, i like the Design
Thanks much!
Small tip: If You spray a little isopropyl alcohol over the hot glue, it will loosen up right away, and you don't need to use heatgun.
Very cool lamp, I will make a similar one.
Thanks Erik! And that's a great tip!
Nicely done sir, looks great
Thanks Charles!
Watching this in 2020. Man, I miss 2018, notta pandemic in sight!
I really enjoyed watching you design and build this lamp. Just an all around sweet project. Happy New Year, Mike!
Thanks Bernie! Happy New Year to you as well!
Gotta say that last part of your video shows off the light...as well as yourself quite well. Great video! Happy New Year!!
Thanks for the kind words Craig! Happy New Year!
I see an epoxy and pex lightsaber in your future, Mike. Lamp looks great
Oh man, now you are giving me ideas.... 😁
Modustrial Maker I Hope so.
@@modustrial LOL - Yessssss!
Sweeeeet!
Bonjour, je voudrais connaître le mélange utilisé pour le pied en béton ? Merci de votre réponse et bonne continuation pour votre chaîne que j apprécie beaucoup.
I like your videos very much, apart from the fact that you talk a lot (Laughter), but besides being an excellent craftsman, you are sincere in your videos, show the whole process, mistakes and hits. This encourages those who are starting, as for those who are starting to work even as a hobby, it is very important to realize that it is possible, it is a process that is wrong and correct. Congratulations hugs from Brazil!
Thanks!! Those are very kind words! 🙏
Hi Modustrial Maker, could you put in a link for the type of concrete you use? Thanks in advance, love to see your projects!
Nice video.Nice looking lamp too.Goodluck and happy trails in 2019
Thanks! Same to you !
Arrived to this channel late on in 2018 but have enjoyed the videos so subscribed and look forward to 2019.
Thank you! I don't think you arrived late... hopefully the fun is just getting started 😃 Happy new year!
Hi Mike, as always very nice video, I am looking forward to your next project in the new year. I would like to do another project with UHPC soon, but I am currently missing the ideas. Best regards Frank
Thanks Frank! Based on what you've done so far, I'm sure inspiration will strike soon. Can't wait to see what you make when it does!
Much love back at ya...thanks for the inspiration 👊
Thanks! 👊
The lower base, which must be heavier, can also be made of wood and inside the assembly a piece of iron or even marble. The marble can be found, a strip can be mounted in a wooden gutter to make it look gorgeous! The lamba must still be a little smaller than this!
Great stuff Mike! Really want to get into concrete this spring.
Thanks Adam! I say go for it!
He is better at DIY then his comedy acting career
Comedy acting?
@@modustrial probably some of the collab videos.
Hi can you make videos of projects with limited tools. Say circular saw, jigsaw and other hand tools. In that way, it becomes more accessible for other people with limited tools to recreate it !
Thanks for sharing this. I enjoyed watching the making
Thanks for watching! I made a concrete planter with fairly limited tools last year, you might check that one out.
That's a lovely lamp! And I actually like the triangle at the back! It came out nice! Happy New Year, Mike!
Thanks Jolien! Happy New Year to you as well!
Google plus? That's still a thing? Awesome lamp, Mike! The shape of the base, and the cantilevered design give it a sleek modern vibe. Tons of great tips for using epoxy & LED's too.
Lol, not for long...it's about to be shut down. That group is currently searching for a new home. And, thanks! 😎
Just a quick tip: use aluminum strip instead of acrylic - it will dissipate LED heat better and will extend their lifetime!
yup, noted that in the video (with the text overlay).
Man that was niceeeee ! What I love about you is your simplicity and your honesty. It reflects in your designs. Looking forward to see you in 2019. Yay !!!
Thanks Dave! Happy New Year to you!
@@modustrial Happy New Year !!!!!
Great project! A good way to help you also with the heat on the led stripe would be an aluminium stripe and cpu glue (just to over do it a bit!) Im not a maker but you make my head spin for a bit! Thank you! And a happy creative year!
Thanks! Glad the video got your creative juices flowing! Good call with the aluminum strip :)
Great job! Love the design.
Thank you!
Love how you ad concrete with wood, it's so sweet looking, stay creative!
Thanks much!
SO COOL, LAMP BE MORE NICE IF THE TRIANGLE IN BACK IS BLACK COLOUR... GREAT JOBS!!!
Thanks! A black base would be sweet too!
Cat is like "I want to be a TH-cam Star" :-)
Karma loves being in the videos 😸😸
@@modustrial Cats are funny that way. But, entertaining too! :-)
And he is like: nope you're not going to ruin the video 🤣
Awesome job as always Mike!
Thanks much Seth!
"Without lamps, there'd be no light." -- John Bender, "The Breakfast Club"
Nice job, Mike! Thank YOU!
Thanks much! Happy New Year!
That cat is the real MVP
True! 🐈😸
Could you please do instructions on how to make it. Because I was thinking about making the same lamp
I really like the design as you go process that's real- that's me good work
Thanks Jim!
Nice simple project with inexpensive materials. Thanks!
I keep a look out for the update on the switch (but I think I can figure out how ya did it.)
Nice work.
Thanks much Durst!
i wonder if Hydrostone would be tough enough to use instead of cement..
Never heard of it ... Will have to look into it.
Can I get a link to that cool controller you had for the light I dont see it in the description. Thanks
I'll have to look it up....on vacation right now. Shoot me an email at modustrialmaker@gmail.com and I'll send it to you when I'm back
Really sweet design! Love it. Happy New Year!
Thanks Ryan! Happy New year to you as well!
Fantastic. New sub!
thanks Howard!
Thanks for sharing. Sub'd right after you admitted your design flaw and found a simple but perfect solution. Thanks for not editing that out. It's part of everyone's process
Oh, Happy Holidays too!!!
Thanks Eric! I always try to share my mistakes, so others can learn from them!
Good.
Thank you!
Quanta è larga la base della lampada? È stabile?
Yes, very stable now
You are crazy skilled! I just found out jou got many videos wow
Thanks much!
1:40 -it is not thermite reaction
-it is exothermic reaction
He says Exothermic.
Get your ears rinsed out.
Onward to 2019, Mike! Cool lamp...the white concrete looks so sleek!
Thanks Bruce! Happy New Year!
Nice project. What brand cement is that and where do you buy it from?
It is Fishstone GFRC mix... You can order direct from them or on Amazon, but shipping is pricy. The dimensions of the frame are such you could also do it with standard concrete, but it wouldn't be white.
Great
Thanks!
some stud work ;]
Ha, thanks! 😎
amazing !! inspiration
Thanks Marco!
I think it would be better if you glued the led strip to a strip of aluminum
Yes, agreed
That's awesome. It moved me to subscribe to your channel. Can you make a video tour on your work shop and show us every tools that you had? It will help us, the amateur, on knowing what tools we have to had. Thanks a lot
Thanks Iwan! At some point I'll try to get to a shop tour :)
@@modustrial sorry, i mean your workshop, your place where you did your work. Thanks
Yup, shop is just short for workshop :) ps, if you have questions about tools or what you need for projects , feel free to ask. I'm always happy to help
Those end caps look like they could be better
can't wait to see your improved version of the lamp!
Yes, they could be cleaner....this whole series is about experimenting with process and design....these are prototypes, not meant to be a refined product ready to be sold.
@juan Manuel alzola thanks! The big one should be out in a month or so
@@modustrial are you making the floor version of it? :O Really can't wait!!
In the floor? Now that would be pretty cool....
Hell of a work for a simple lamp....
Hey man, I've just found your channel and binged a lot of videos. Great ideas and content!
One thing I would have done slightly different is to leave a piece of tubing inside the concrete mold so the wiring remains completely invisible. You could even leave an opening to the upper part of the base to place the on/off switch, that would be neat!
Thanks Juan, and welcome to the community! That would be a great modification to run the wires thru the concrete. Keep the ideas coming!
Lead tubes could have fixed the bottom tilt problem :)
Молодчага в полный рост!!!
8 из 10 за идею, 2 из 10 за реализацию. Думаю, КПД получившегося устройства как обогревателя выше, чем как источника света. И стыки деревянных элементов выглядят очень кустарно.
Полностью поддерживаю)У этого чувака есть реально здоровские проекты а это так))конечно в плане реализации...
👌👌👌👍👍👍
Thanks!
Nice project. Simple, creative and functional. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks much!
Nice workshop! What size is it?
Thanks! Not sure exactly, but I want to say 13' x 18'. It looks bigger on camera :)
Hey guy what was the music used for the video ?
I don't recall the specific song names, but I get all my music from epidemic sound. Also if you use Shazam, it works to identify most of the songs in the epidemic sound library
@@modustrial and definitely love the projects
great jot great inspiration 👍🎯
Real great looking lamp. I always wanted to try to make one. Now i think that I just might.
Thanks Frank! would love to see what you make. please tag me on Instagram if you share pics of your work.
Awesome build! I’m going to this! Where do you get the glass fibers?
Links to everything I used are in the video description
Ok thank you! I’ll look through it again. It’s the only thing I did not see. I’m sure I can find it in google. Can’t wait to give this a shot!
What’s the font in the thumbnail please tell me I need to know it’s fire
It was either "movie letters" or "dark, tall, and handsome" and I stretched it out to get the look I wanted. Both should be free to download if you search.