How To Resurface Kitchen Countertops Using Painting Or Lacquer

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Written By
Amy Yang
Amy Yang
Published: Apr 21, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Things You Will Need

  • 200-grit sandpaper
  • Cloth
  • Paint
  • Foam roller
  • Water-based polyurethane

The project generally takes several days, but the results are well worth it.

  1. Sand your countertop with 200-grit sandpaper. Sand off all shiny spots so that the paint will be able to stick.

  2. Wipe down the sanded countertops with a moist cloth to remove any residue left from sanding.

  3. Paint your desired color with a foam roller. Let the paint dry overnight.

  4. Apply second coat of paint, if needed, and let it dry overnight.

  5. Paint water-based polyurethane over the countertops with foam roller. Let it dry overnight.

  6. Apply second coat of polyurethane and let it dry overnight.

Tips

Add a second and third color to simulate marble or stone. Swirl or speckle for different effects.

Get a countertop sample from your local home improvement store to help you simulate the look you want.

Warnings

Do not place hot pots and dishes directly on painted countertops. Always use trivets.

Always use cutting boards on your newly resurfaced countertops.

Photo Credits

the kitchen. image by guiney from Fotolia.com

the kitchen. image by guiney from Fotolia.com

Amy Yang

Amy Yang started writing professionally in 2005. She started her writing career writing content for a commercial real estate firm. Her content helped the firm to quickly move their inventory of properties. She has since been writing for…

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