Set and Level One Side Cut a 2×12 to length (or splice it with a cleat) for one side of the concrete forms and nail it to a corner stake. Level the 2×12 and nail it to the second corner stake.

A step-by-step look at working with concrete—from building forms to pouring and finishing for a strong, smooth result.

Discover essential tips and advice from expert columnists on vertical concrete placement for a successful forming project including safety precautions, how to properly define consolidation issues ...