painting countertops
Painting Countertops - What You Need To Know
When you are remodeling your home, you want to get information on everything possible, including your countertop. We have compacted some great information for you right here, and it is everything that you need to know about painting countertops. One of the most often asked remodeling questions is "Can I paint my countertops?" The answer is absolutely yes! Follow these steps on painting countertops and your counters will have an instant face lift. 1. You need to use paint that is designed to work on countertops. There are plenty of choices such as Insul X brand which is used in this example. 2. Clean the entire countertop surface using TSP or a similar product. There is no need to sand if you have cleaned the surface properly. 3. Apply your primer. Your primer should be tinted the color that your paint will be. That way you will use less paint. 4. Let the primer dry thoroughly. 5. Now mix up your epoxy pouring part B into A as per the manufacturer's instructions. Mix it up thoroughly and use within 4 hours of mixing. 6. Use a foam roller or a synthetic brush to apply the epoxy. The roller provides a smoother application. 7. It will take about one hour for the first coat to dry. Then apply your second coat and let dry. 8. It takes a full week for it to cure completely. Now that your countertop has had a full facelift perhaps you can make some other small changes to improve your kitchen's overall appearance. With a little creativity it doesn't have to cost you a fortune. After all most of us are on a budget. Here are some tips to help you get started....
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