How to Create a Stunning Epoxy Countertop Finish

Epoxy is one of the most versatile products in our homes today, found almost everywhere. For countertop applications, epoxy is increasingly used as a protective and decorative finish. Epoxy finishes can achieve artistic features such as faux granite and marble effects on tables and countertops.

There are many valid reasons to choose epoxy for countertops. These include durability, strength, scratch resistance, and the overall ability to be applied to most concrete surfaces used today.

Natural materials like quartz, laminate, and granite countertops can be purchased in pre-made slabs from a supplier and installed in your kitchen or bathroom. Epoxy countertops, however, are typically not readily available prefabricated unless it is specifically requested. Epoxy countertops that are made available for prefabrication can be very expensive and hard to find.

An epoxy countertop kit is a resurfacing material that is much more affordable and can be easily used to refinish an existing surface. In order to revitalize worn-out concrete, ceramic, laminate, and wood countertops, users will layer them with epoxy. By doing this, the surface underneath will be protected and given a high-shine, glossy finish. There are many types of materials that epoxy will work well with, including wood, glass, ceramic, stone aggregate, cement, and most metals. It is important, however, to ensure you are using the proper epoxy product before applying it.

Our team of experts at Xtreme Polishing Systems recommends consulting with them before beginning any countertop epoxy project, especially advanced ones such as creating river tables.

The market is saturated with different types of epoxy for countertops and tables , but to ensure the best results, choose an epoxy with these characteristics:

The proper steps to follow before applying epoxy to your countertop are as follows.

STEP 1 - Surface Cleaning:  Before applying any coating application, surfaces should be free of dust, dirt, debris, cured materials, oil, and grease to ensure proper adhesion. If grease or chemical stains are to be removed, specific cleaning agents may be required.

STEP 2 - Surface Profiling:  In general, surface profiling involves sanding down the surface area to which epoxy is being applied. Hand-held angle grinders combined with a dust shroud and specialty grinding discs can be used to complete this step.

STEP 3 - Surface Repair:  Any protrusions should be repaired once the profile has been established. You should also patch cracks on the surface if there are any.  Surface repair products can be used to repair cracked or damaged surfaces, preferably concrete. Choosing products that are long-lasting, water-resistant, and chemical-resistant is important when selecting surface repair products. This step will not apply if your countertop surface doesn't have any existing protrusions.

STEP 4 - Application: A countertop epoxy kit usually consists of epoxy resin and hardener packaged in a box. As directed on the product label, these containers are mixed together and applied directly to your countertop surfaces. For a complete video tutorial on how to apply metallic epoxy to your countertop , watch our video !

The value of a home or office can be increased by installing epoxy countertops. With this resurfacing solution, you can transform and improve the structural integrity of your countertops without spending so much money. Aside from concealing cracks, this product repairs and protects damaged surfaces, and it restores the surface's original appearance. As an added bonus, epoxy countertops can be customized to enhance the ambiance of any room.

Our team of experts will be glad to answer any questions you might have regarding the best epoxy application methods that are suitable for your project. Speak to a PRO today!