The New Ultimate Top Coat Just Got Glossy | RK3 Designs
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ย. 2024
- There is a new Ultimate Top Coat and it is glossy! Check out the application process here!
UTC Mixing Instructions:
rk3designs.com...
Tutorial Supplies & Photos:
www.rk3designs...
RK3 Designs is a learning studio focused on teaching how to create beautiful epoxy finishes using Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy. These tutorials include epoxy countertops for kitchens, bathrooms, and much more. This channel provides tutorials for DIYers, contractors, designers, or artists.
Rhonda Dracoulis Founder and Primary Instructor
RK3 Designs started as a way for Rhonda to showcase her creativity but has blossomed into a way to help others find theirs. Her obsession with painting led her to start refinishing furniture and kitchen cabinets. She found customers wanted a nicer option than laminate but more affordable and customizable than natural stone, which lead her to countertop epoxy! Since then, she’s helped thousands of students, from across the country (and even Canada eh?).
If you prefer a more hands-on learning experience, book a class with Rhonda today: www.RK3designs...
Learn more about Epoxy 101 Workshop: www.rk3designs....
Learn More about PRO Class: www.rk3designs....
To learn more about Epoxy and Rhonda follow us on our socials.
👍 Facebook: / rk3designs
❤️ Instagram: / rk3designs
🎨 Website: www.rk3designs...
Do a TEST PIECE FIRST!
This video has great tips and tricks, however the net result may not be what you think. Do a small test piece first to be sure you are going to like it. For our project the loss of depth and detail was not acceptable and we really wish we had tried a tester first. A valuable lesson learned.
I'm so glad that I have procrastinated for 3 years on replacing my countertops with Stone Coat Epoxy Loved this video and happy to see I can still get some shine and durability when I am ready to renew my kitchen! Thanks Rhonda, you rock it girl!
Aww. You’re so sweet!!!🥰🥰
FINALLY! SC and the competition have only had the matte finish forever. Looking forward to trying it. You rock Rhonda!
Just got done with my 3rd countertop and used the UTC Gloss. I made sure to follow the instructions precisely to ensure minimal texture. Unfortunately, the customer felt the texture took away from the dirty-pour effects. Will buffing the surface with the seres of sandpapers in the SC buffing package provide a smoother, glass-like effect?
Thanks for doing this! I've been wondering about the new gloss top coat. You covered it well and I will most likely use it in my next project!
Awesome. I’m glad I could help!!! Thanks for watching!
We completed our turquoise ocean-like countertop this week and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome! I had to stop for a minute and tell you thanks so much for all of your great videos! I couldn't have done it without you 🙂 Want to make sure and point out...I absolutely love the "texture" of this gloss finish. It looks great!
That’s awesome!!!! I’m so happy for you!!! Thank you so much for watching our videos! I’m glad they helped you!!
@@RK3Designs you are incredibly helpful and you explain the process so that it can be understood. I've never done anything like this before, but our entire kitchen countertop turned out fabulous! Thanks again 🙂
I do love my countertops and as a first time DIY they came out beautiful, but if you’re going to epoxy then yes you must apply a topcoat as I thought epoxy was super scratch proof but they are not! Applying this now!
Love the new logo❤
That looks beautiful and I must say you are gorgeous!!
Awww. You are too sweet!!! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you Rhonda.
You bet! Thanks foe watching!!!
So glad I watched your video. Thank you sooo much. 🙂
Thank you!!!
rk3designs.com || What are y'all gonna top coat?
I just used this product this week. I wish I had seen your video first. Would have made it easier. Thanks for next time!
Thank you. I’m glad you liked it. 😊
I cant wait to use the UTC glossy. I have put it off and do have a red wine stain in my flood coat that I cant get out. Wish I had used UTC sooner
Maybe sand and see if you can get it out, then apply the UTC. Hope it come out for ya.
Great Video, Rhonda! I’ve held off on using the UTC but this video has definitely helped. I’m going to have to try it! Thank you!
You bet. Glad I could help.
I am having to redo my stonetop countertop because the filter on my coffee pot fell down into the grounds, thirty minutes later when I went to get my coffee there was a big mess and my countertop had a huge stain. I was able to lighten the stain the first time it happened but after the 2nd time it happened, I guess because the heat from the coffee softened the epoxy. In addition my grandson left a jar of pickles on the countertop for several hours. It stained yellow. I made my countertops to look like marble. I wish I had heard about the gloss top coat before I had gotten the original.
Have you tried the stain remover “Totally Awesome”? You can get it at the dollar store and it works so well. You may have to leave it on a while and reapply several times, but I’ve had great luck with it.
So pretty!! The colors but then that finish!! 🙀🙀🙀
Thank you!! 😊
@@RK3Designs You're welcome! 🤗
I just placed an order for this product. Excited to start my pour!
Awesome. You’ll love it!!! Let me know if you have any questions!! 😊
You'll regret if if you have a nice slick finish already. I regret it.
Nice to see you explain how things work. Since stonecoat now has went almost silent.
Thank you!!! I really appreciate you watching. ❤️
Do you have a video on how you made this board? These colors are absolutely gorgeous!!
Not yet. I will be making this tutorial in the next couple of weeks. 😊
Hi Rhonda - I just found your video and I have a quick question. Above the UTC gloss, can a resin layer be placed again?
Ok i've wasted a ton of time trying to get the proper rollers. Can I just use sponge rollers instead of 1/4 nap?
Looks nice, but it seems to me from looking where the light shines there is orange peel. What about just using the clear epoxy over the almost finished counter top? For a more gloss and shine without any of the orange peel. Thank you Ron
The UTC had a somewhat visible texture like I explained in the video, but you can’t feel the texture. If you didn’t apply the UTC and just left the epoxy it would be absolutely fine. However the amount of added durability, scratch and heat resistance you get with the UTC is incredible. The tiny bit of texture is worth the benefits you get. 😊😊😊. I appreciate the question and you watching.
Can you use this top coat over painted countertops? Or only epoxied countertops?
You can straight over painted surfaces for sure. Works great!
Can I use this product on the inside of a bathtub? Would love to give a design inside tub, then use ultimate to put protection layer?
Great video as all of your other ones. I just bought the ultimate top coat Glossy yesterday. Can't wait to try it out.. Had a mishap A month ago I ordered the Gloss top coat BUT they sent me the regular matte top coat. After I put it on one of my counters I realized the error the next morning. No gloss regular matte. . Now I guess I'll be doing some sanding with 220 grit to remove top coat ? So glad I just did one counter as a test. 20 sq ft is better than 50 plus sq ft
Oh heck!! Did you order from me or the Stonecoat website?
@@RK3Designs I ordered it from stone coat. Turns out they sent the right stuff. On part of the bottle it said Matte and way above it it said Gloss. I used it and did not like the heavy texture finish. I sanded it all off and used your new way to apply the top coat misting counter ahead of time and using a lot more water maybe more than double the water. Then as you did I kept adding water till it poured off mixing stick easily without laying on surface. It came out very very glossy and very smooth to the touch. It still had that grainy
texture look put other than that I love the result and added protection. It's been a month since I finished my counter pour and my wife and I are still in wow ! wonder amazed at how pretty they came out.... PS My wife was DEAD SET against me doing the Stone Coat Counter Tops. She wanted to spend $6000 - $12,000 and have them installed I'd rather 100 % do it my self
I really like that finish, doing a kitchen table, you have the recipe for that accent
Great video guys !
Thank you!!
can this be put directly on my marble shower wall to seal and give a high gloss finish?
Yes. It can.
Great video - you are a natural teacher! :)
Thank you. I appreciate that!! 😊😊😊
This looks excellent! Have you made any sample boards with both types of UTC, to see how they reflect light differently?
Not yet, but that’s on my list to do!! 😊
Do foam rollers work when applying the ultimate top coat?
I’ve not had great results from the foam rollers. It seems to leave micro bubbles in my opinion. 😊
I made a bar countertop for my house and recently I managed to stain it with Blue Curaçao. It’s barely noticeable but I’m still really bummed because I put so much into the project. Thanks for sharing your tips I’ll try this cleaner and see how it works out. 🤞🌸
Please let me know. 😊😊
The Blue Curaçao is probably only a surface stain as I don't think it can sink into the epoxy. Try taking 1 part bleach and mixing it with 2 parts water. Pour a little on the stain and let it sit. I have done that with food stains on laminate (red chile) and you can watch the stain disappear before your eyes. You may want to put a few drops on the countertop first in a dark corner to see if the bleach does anything else to the Epoxy first, but I don't think it will.
The water that I add to the UTC, should I just use bottled water or distilled water.
I is am about to flood coat a second time clear cause I messed up my first attempt. Then off to do UTC I have read the pdf files and watched the videos. In the video you say take sqft X .375= total amount of oz of UTC per area but in the pdf the numbers are .275 which am I to use
Great question I was just wondering this as I’m standing in my kitchen getting ready to attempt to do the top coat an watching this vid I noticed the same discrepancy video she says .375 but pdf I printed says .275 so I’m wondering the exact same thing.
Hello can you go back over the piece with epoxy again if you don't like the finish by sanding with 220 grit first
Thank you, I pray I will be successful.
Great video - we did our countertops in 2020 before there hi gloss option was available so it only has the flood coat on it. We have a couple of scratches in it from things being slid across it with something sharp under them. Will this fill those scratches and if not how should I deal with them before doing this to the counters?
As for staining we have found that colored alcohols like moonshine cherry juice and bitters have stained it but with a little bit of elbow grease and soap and water we have been able to get it out. We have also had sausage casings stain it but same thing it came out with a little bit of effort.
Love your videos - thanks
The UTC will cover many scratches. Many will come out when you sand and prep for the application.
Can you please share what you used and how you made the copper and turquoise panel behind you? I've been trying to get that exact look with little success. It's absolutely beautiful!!
Thank you! Watch the video “Hammered metal”. It’s the same technique. I use Blue green mica powder, copper and bronze mica powder. 😊
We just did that but the next day the roller lines were still on the counter. I think it is because it was done in the garage and the temps here dropped in the mid 50's, would this be the cause? and if so what can we do to fix the issue? Thank you
Great Video! Can you put this product over wood also? I live in Hawaii and everything sweats, I have new wood nightstands I want to protect. Mahalo.
Absolutely!!! The owner of the epoxy company that I use, Stonecoat Countertop, live in Kona, He uses it all the time. Check out his latest video on his TH-cam Channel…Stonecoat Countertops
@@RK3Designs Yes I saw Erica and you on there. I thought they lived in Washington. I'll have to see if I can get some from him instead of paying for shipping.
Hello Rhonda, do you have a link to board you are coating. i would like to see how you made that one. I am learning a lot. thank you.
Not yet but I’ll make a video soon with this technique. Our students actually did this one in our class.
The texture on mine is like orange peel and I did the same way?
Is that top coat only applicable to something that is already epoxied or can it be used on other surfaces like wood or on a painted surface, such as an acrylic pour?
I'm going to create a tabletop with an acrylic pour. I was going to add a fairly thin coat of clear epoxy after allowing it to dry for several weeks, but if this will work directly over the paint, I'd skip the epoxy pour.
I also have an old wooden cabinet I am making into an outdoor plant stand which will get wet and also lots of sun. Can I use the top coat over bare wood or stained or painted wood?
It can be used on just about any surface. It’s very versatile 😊
Love it!
Thank you!! 😊😊
I have all black countertops. I wonder if I could put silver sparkle in the mixture before I rolled it to give it a galaxy effect?
I wouldn’t put glitter n the UTC, I would just do a clear floodcoat with the glitter added. Then the ultimate Topcoat
Great Video! I have a question. Do you think that using a foam roller instead of the woven roller would reduce the texturing?
Thank you so much. Actually the foam brush makes it worse. Leaves small micro bubbles.
@@RK3Designs oh wow that's interesting 🤔 but makes sense. Lol any way we can spray that bad boy? 🤣 just kidding
I used gloss utc, and wound up with lint or shedding from the roller how to remove this and it made it a matte finish compared to how the flood coat looked , how do I get the glossy look of the flood coat back ?
Once cured, does it show fingerprints and require constant wiping / cleaning to get rid of fingerprints?
Crazy question, but can you add some of the diamond dust to the gloss top coat before applying it?
I’ve not had good luck putting DD in the UTC. Works great in your clear flood coat though.
@@RK3Designs thank you!!
Hi Rhonda: Just came across your video and have a quick question. I currently have a laminate countertop that I refinished with the Gianni countertop paint and finish product. After 3 years, the top coat finish is definitely showing signs of wear. With that said, after a light sand on the entire countertop, would I be able to use this SC Glossy Top Coat on my Gianni-finished countertop? (( You and your videos are AWESOME ! You're attention to specifics and detail are excellent.....)) Thanks Rhonda !
Hi there! I’m really not sure about the system that you’re talking about. I would be afraid to give any sort of recommendation not knowing how the process works. But my thoughts are that you should absolutely be able to pour over the top and have no issues. Just make sure the surface is clean of any oils etc. lightly scuff sand and you should be fine.
Good morning. How strong is the StoneCoat countertop product without the Glossy Ultimate top coat? I was really wanting that deep, deep glossy shine without the appearance of the slight texture. We really are not hard on our countertops, just normal use.
The product itself is very very durable!!! I wouldn’t hesitate using it without a topcoat if you’re not really needing the extra durability.
@@RK3Designs This statement is very helpful. The UTC Natural was way too matte. Maybe for a dull slate/concrete look, but it looked too plasticky to me. The Gloss was out of stock so I did my installation without UTC. I love the deep gloss shine. I am extremely careful what I place on the surface and usually put down a paper towel first with anything metal. The penny test would really mar the surface. I would never use a Magic Erasure on the unprotected epoxy surface which dulls/micro-scratches the gloss based on my test sample, but would easily work on UTC Natural and Rhonda's UTC Gloss. Even some dusting will scratch the unprotected epoxy (Phoenix desert dust) so I use a Swiffer duster first before wiping with spray. The counters are in an RV that is used a few weeks/yr by old adults so being careful is not that much of a hassle. I would likely use the UTC Glossy in a home kitchen although I would hate to loose that deep clear gloss shine. For deep gloss, maybe best to admit that a new top coat with the original epoxy would need to be poured after a few years of heavy use, maybe much like having to reseal your natural stone every few years.
Wow, just in time! Haven’t applied my UTC Matte yet. I’ll order the Gloss UTC and use it. Do you have the Gloss in Stock?
Thank you, Rhonda!
Great video ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I sold out in just a few hours after I released the video but have another 50 bottle being delivered on Monday. I should have them in inventory by Monday afternoon.
Why do we need to add the water? Thanks
Can I spray the ultimate top coat? I like the extra durability but I'm not a fan of the orange peel texture. Thanks.
No, it’s not a sprayable product. I really wish we could.
Should you do a flood coat and then a top coat? The top coat won't cover any fish eyes right?
I always recommend a flood coat for added depth and durability. No the UTC won’t completely cover up fish eyes.
@@RK3Designs thanks for letting me know.
Hi Rhonda - I have a project coming up and I am reviewing as many of your videos as possible! Inspiring! Is THIS ☝🏼the product you would recommend for me? I have painted my outdated formica countertops with latex paint, and now want to give them a durable protective coat. THANK YOU!
Are you going to pour epoxy or go straight over the paint? Either way, the Ultimate Top Coat is fantastic!!! And yes I highly recommend!
@@RK3Designs I'm thinking there seems to be no need for an epoxy pour if the top coat is the thing that gives the strength and resiliency. I have a highly patterned floor, otherwise I could really go for something imaginative on the counter, but I have to tone things down now! Hopefully the Ultimate Top Coat will give me the durability needed. Thanks for your help!
@@katie1515katie you bet!!! 😊😊
Great video! Already placed an order, but can you put this over the original ultimate top coat to make it shiny instead? I have a friend who really wanted a shiny finish but I already did the UTC and would love to give her what she wanted originally.
Thank you!! Yes, you can go over the matte finish.
I made my counter a few years ago and have a few scratches on it, will this hide the scratches or do I need to put another flood coat first?
Absolutely. Just sand with 220 and apply the UTC 😊
Where i could buy it in NZ ?
Does this product hide any dimples that appear in the topcoat?
Yes to a certain extent. If they are minor flaws it will definitely cover them up. If they are really large imperfections I would suggest sanding them down before you apply the UTC
Hey Rhonda, was the second board that you were demonstrating the durability also the high gloss UTC or was that the natural stone finish? Thanks
It was high gloss. 😊
Can you give a 2nd coat and if applied to heavy does it cloud in the heavy areas?
You can do a second coat (not really necessary, the protection from 1 coat is amazing). You’ll need to eat until the first coat is completely dry. Sand thoroughly with 220 or higher grit and really. It will be cloudy if you get it too thick. Just roll it smooth and you’ll be fine.
You can do a second coat (not really necessary, the protection from 1 coat is amazing). You’ll need to eat until the first coat is completely dry. Sand thoroughly with 220 or higher grit and really. It will be cloudy if you get it too thick. Just roll it smooth and you’ll be fine.
Hi,
I used normal UTC but now I want gloss finish, my question is can I use gloss UTC over normal UTC? Do I need to sand normal UTC before applying gloss UCT? Or can I use directly over it?
Hey there. Yes, you can go back over with the gloss UTC, but you’ll need to sand thoroughly with 220 or higher grit. 😊
I have put color and clear coats down, it has been about 2 weeks. I am wondering if I can apply ultimate top coat with just light sanding or should I do a more heavy sanding since the countertops have been curing for 2 weeks. Thank you so much for your work!
Hey there. That’s a great question. I would clean it very well before you start to sand. That way if there’s anything on the surface you’ll not grind it into the finish. I would sand enough to get all the glossiness off. That should be fine. 😊😊. I applied UTC to a countertop that was a couple of years old and it came out awesome.
@@RK3Designs Thank you so much Rhonda. I was worried that if I just lightly sanded the UTC would not stick. Would 220 grit be okay or should I do a heavier grit paper?
@@olganavrotska5475 220 is good.
@@RK3Designs Thank you💕
Rhonda we poured UTC and used 3/8 knap and no dry roll. Do you feel that pouring a second coat over the first will help elimante the roller marks and the dimple texture that happened?? Also, on small top did not set up hard. We can cut it with a razor. Thoughts?
Great video. Thank you!
Using a 3/8 nap roller and not back rolling with a dry roller will definitely cause texture. You’ll need to sand with 220 until the surface feels smooth. If not, you’ll still be able to see the texture. I’m not sure it will ever get hard enough to not cut with a razor. I’m pretty sure I can cut most countertop material with a razor. 😳
Will let you know how it works out!!
Can ultimate top coat be coated for a second coat? for instance if a bug did a number on your piece after top coating it?
Yes but you’ll need to sand the first coat pretty thoroughly
Pease put some red wine on that & let me know how it goes!
How long do you let it cure before doing the top coat?
24 hours
Can this be applied over a granite countertop? I have areas on my 3 year old granite that is very dull and matte.
Yes but you’ll need to clean very well, scuff sand, clean again then apply. 😊
So is a flood coat different than the UTC coat? Im confused. I want a glossy finish, but between this intro and the other veiny marble finish video Im confused. Is it color, flood, UTC? Or color coat, UTC, flood? Thank you.
thanks for the formula, I was wasting so much product.
You bet!! 😊
Can I put this topcoat over a painted countertop, not just an epoxy countertop?
You bet. 😊
Thank you for this video. It seems like Ultimate Top Coat Glossy Finish is not promoted more like Matte Finish. Probably it is new.
I’m my personal opinion it’s because the matte makes a piece look so much more realistic. In our business, we use it about 80% more of the time.
@@RK3Designs thanks.
@@RK3Designs Thank you for the reply. Yes, I agree with you because we don't want more scratch resistant surface. I will try on both.
How well do these materials hold up to heat? I'd like to try on a hearth under a wood stove, but not sure if it'd hold up.
Stonecoat countertop is heat resistant to 500 Degrees. I wouldn't recommend it if the area got that hot for prolonged periods of time however.
Awesome!!! On another note....Which recipe and techniques were used on this board? Did you do the video or have a pdf??? Gorgeous
Was wondering the same thing!,
In the paint tray is that a liner or just a bag?
It’s Press N Seal. You can get it at the grocery store. Works great. Just line the pan.
Hello 👋. How much is a sq ft. Of a countertop with UTC? Thanks advance.
Is it necessary to do a flood coat if you’re using the UTC?
I always recommend a flood coat for added durability 😊
I have learned much from Mike at Stone Coat, now I also found you. I am confused, is the UTC a resin product, and if so how do you add water and not get rejection??>
Hi there. Thanks for watching. No the UTC is actually a polyurethane hybrid that is rolled on.
After the left over product in your mixing cup dries, it swells up like a sponge and is squeezable.
Where do you live with ur high humidity? I live in Charleston, SC with high humidity would I do the same? Thanx!
We live right outside of San Antonio. You probably have a bit more humidity than we do.
I just got mine in the mail and I am working on an antique table. I just covered my design with a clear coat of resin. How long should I wait before I add this final top coat?
I’m sorry I’m just seeing this. You only have to wait about 24 hours. As long as it’s not sticky.
6:14
I just did the flood coat on my countertop yesterday. Can the UTC be put on without sanding if the flood coat is still tacky. Or, is it better to let the flood coat fully harden so it can be sanded?
You want your surface to be completely dry.
Can UTC be added 4-5 days after pour?
Absolutely !! You can wait as long as you want. I applied to countertops that were 3 years old. Made them look brand new.
Does it help to prevent staining.
Great video! I wanna know what are the table risers you used on the long piece. Im still using the painters tripods from home drpot
Yes!! I’ve done several stain test and the stain resistance is fantastic! I also use a product called Totally Awesome. Works fantastic!
The are called Rocket Levelers and you can get them on Etsy. Use “RK3” at checkouts to recieve a discount. I absolutely love them!
Is there any way at all to apply the UTC with a sprayer?
Can I add epoxy and UTC glossy over a glass induction cooktop? And use it without the epoxy melting?
I would definitely not recommend that.
Koolaid would be a good tester (red)
We actually did a Kool-aid test last week on a white piece. It was red and we left it foe 2 hours. Came out perfectly 😊
I can’t find the glossy top coat on SC’s website.
The gloss is back ordered right now. We also sell it on our website and do same day shipping. www.rk3designs.com
can I apply with a spray gun to not get this texture?
Unfortunately the UTC can’t be sprayed.
Unfortunately they are all out of the glossy ultimate top coat. I had it on my wishlist for a while on their website but still not available. They only have the matte/natural finish available.
Dust bunnies in my top coat make me bonkers! Why do we not have to worry about them in the UTC? Seems like the same situation - wet surface attracting dust from the air.
You still need to turn the airflow off for sure, but I’ve really never had an issue with dust bunnies in my UTC. If I do see small imperfections, I’ll get a buffer and Stonecoat Liquid smooth and buff the surface once it’s dried. Makes it incredibly smooth. 😊
@@RK3Designs Thank you!
Can i use top coat on top of an acrylic paint???
Absolutely 😊
Mrs Rhonda how long was that cured before you put the new UTC on it
About 22 hours. 😊
Thanks 😊
Does the UTC yellow? Can I use it on white?
No it will not yellow and yes it’s highly recommended for white.
What’s the name of that stain remover
LA’s Totally Awesome. amzn.to/3y77NDE
Awesome
Thank you! 😊😊
Can this be used for floors as well?
Yes. 😊
How come you will not let me know where to get the high gloss top coat
Rhonda, I love your tutorials. Could you possibly do one with a preexisting countertop. I redid my kitchen countertops and want to use the UTC but I'm sure how to do it properly. The backsplash are in place also. Please help!!! Thank you :)
Feel free to Call me and I can walk you through the process. 😊 (830) 745-3440.
@@RK3Designs when is a good time to call? Excited! I feel like I would be talking to a celebrity heheh
@@laurastrange3023 lol. Nope. Just little ole me. Maybe call this evening sometime.