Can anyone tell me how to not get brush strokes in my poly coat when painting laminate counter tops?
Sharen
When I painted my laminate cupboard doors I was advised to buy a small sized roller specifically designed for enamel/gloss paints, it did a great job and brush strokes were not a concern. An added bonus was that the job was done much more quickly.
I've found using a foam painting brush eliminates streaking. Give it try. Jan, UK
Let me begin by saying that all these posts were the most helpful information I found or my project. I've lived in my house for 13 years with country blue countertops that I've hated since day one.
Well, I did it! I started with an upstairs bath that no one would have to see if it turned out really ugly, but I am just tickled. I couldn't have done it without you guys.
Well I finally got done with my project thanks to all your post on this page. I was so leery of doing this but it came out awesome.
I want to say that this site is awesome! I don't know how to get more than one pic on at a time so I will do this in parts so you can see it all. I did 2 bathroom vanities and my kitchen.
Can you use the counter tops that are painted the same way as the original Formica top? Or are there restrictions?
By Maria Strickland from Miramar, FL
It all depends. I have sold paint for 10 years and have yet to find a "paint" that is great for counter top durability. Scratches tend to show very easily on a smooth painted surface, so your counters will need to be painted quite often to maintain their appearance.
One product I have found that works great, is a granite counter top paint. The variation in color hides scratches and blemishes in the counter.
I got mine at http://www.granitepaint.com
Let me know if you have any other questions, I would be glad to help.
If you do end up just painting the counters, make sure you use an enamel finish, either satin or gloss in sheen.
The easy answer is that paint simply is not as durable as laminate. That is why people have laminate counters. Some of the suggestions from others may be a better alternative to just painting the laminate.
I would like to know how to paint kitchen counter tops.
I was wondering if the Gianni Kit for countertops has a strong odor. Do any of the applications have a strong odor?
I am looking for DIY kit for painting my laminated countertop to look like a marble countertop. Please help.
I painted my laminate countertops. I sanded and primed. I painted with acrylic paint sponged to look like marble. It looked great. I painted with Minwax spar urethane clear gloss.
There is one problem - the marblizing colors are coming off. What am I doing wrong? I am letting it dry completely between coats. Please help.You might have used the wrong sealer. Some recommendations are EnviroTex Lite or Super Glaze.