There are several epoxy countertop resurfacing kits available that start at around 250 each.
Marble coubtertop painted epoxy dyi.
So i found myself going down a youtube rabbit hole learning all about how to create painted marble countertops.
While they re all designed for diy use each kit we found is loaded with harmful vocs so we can t recommend them for your kitchen.
I did mess up a couple times before i did ours.
Each kit contains all necessary tools and covers 35 square feet of surface which is the average amount of countertop area in a kitchen.
Take it from a novice.
I would do a few sample boards.
Then i came across this epoxy coating that you pour right over the existing countertops.
Diy faux marble countertops by ronda of batchelor s way.
Three cans each of epoxy resin and activator a roller arm and covers detail brush 2 bristle and.
After years of swooning over real marble countertops i finally decided to make some compromises no botox no pedicures no shopping sprees basically becoming a nasty old hag all so that i could afford the countertops of my dreams if you want to read how i got my real countertops on a budget and the money saving hacks i implemented click here to read this post.
And still look great.
Giani countertop paint is a simple three step application that will transform formica laminate corian ceramic tile butcher block cultured marble and traditional granite in a single weekend.
This diy faux painted marble countertop is easier thank you think.
Become familiar with mixing resin and then go for it.
However there are several commercial grade epoxy top coats available that are low or no voc.
But our epoxy countertops are going 2 years now.
Once i felt comfortable enough i dove in headfirst.
It is along the same lines.
Step one is of course clean.
But marble is soft and porous making it prone to scratches stains and chipping.
When i was imagining new countertops for this kitchen it was clear to me that nothing would look as good as marble.