# DIY Faux Rocks
Things You'll Need
- Rock molds
- Mold release spray
- Cement
- Mixing bucket
- Mixing stick
- Concrete stain
- Paintbrush
- Rags
- Rubber gloves
Instructions
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Purchase several varieties of rock molds. They are typically made of latex or silicone, and often have open bottoms to pour a casting material into.
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Set several molds in a row with their pour spouts facing up.
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Spray the interior of each mold with a mold release spray to prevent the cement from bonding. Allow the mold to dry.
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Mix a batch of cement in a mixing bucket, following the instructions on the bag. It should be thin enough to pour easily, but not so thin that it becomes watery.
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Pour cement into each mold until it is full.
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Tap the sides of each mold with your finger to free any trapped air bubbles, which will rise to the surface.
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Allow the cement to cure for several hours.
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Remove the cement rocks from the molds. The molds are flexible and will peel off of the cement.
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Brush concrete stain onto each rock and wipe it off with a rag after a few seconds. Use several colors of stain to produce a realistic variety of rocks.
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Let the stained rocks dry for 24 hours before handling them.
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