How to Paint

COUNTERTOPS

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We used Countertop Transformations from Rust-Oleum. It is a multi-step, multi-day process.

SUPPLIES

RUSTOLEUM COUNTERTOP KIT

FACE MASKS

DOLLAR STORE FOAM ROLLER

TAC CLOTH

Repair and clean counterops

1

Repair any large chips or cracks and then clean countertop thoroughly.

Prep countertop for paint

2

Sand your countertop with the sanding block in the kit then wipe down completely with a tack cloth. Use painters tape to tap off any areas you don't want to paint.

Apply Base Coat

3

Use the foam roller and apply smoothly and evenly to all surfaces. You can apply a second coat if needed after 2 hours.

Apply Top Coat

4

Wait 12 hours and use the same process as above to apply the top coat.

Allow countertop to cure.

5

Avoid using your newly painted countertop for 48 hours.

Although our countertop has gotten some scratches over the past year, no one notices them unless we point them out. This is a great option to use to cover ugly outdated countertops while you wait to get new!