Your countertop is gorgeous. I've done 2 bathrooms so far with Stonecoat, and I've got 2 more bathrooms to do. After seeing this video I can't decide whether to stick with the earth tones or use your colors. Great instructions. Thank you for posting the video.
Nice job. I do this professionally and I wish this process was faster. I spray a stone texture onto a base primer, then clearcoat. Takes about 1hr total for a vanity. My business could afford how time consuming your process is. Looks amazing though.
Thanks! This was my first time doing a bathroom vanity so I took my time. I definitely could have been faster but since I don't do it for a living I also don't need to be in a rush. If my end result looks good enough to get a thumbs up from someone who does it for a living then I consider that a successful project.
I don't know anyone personally who has refinished a tub. I intend to refinish mine but they are steel so I don't have the same issues as you. I know there are products out there that you could use. Off the top of my head, 3M bondo fiberglass resin should be capable of fixing the damage you described, so that's something you could try.
For epoxy and supplies probably around 150-250 if you are a first timer. Some stuff I already owned but before doing my first epoxy project, other stuff I bought after it. Most of the cost is epoxy and the top coat, and will vary based off the amount of epoxy you buy. The next two big costs are definitely the torch and the heat gun. You can get by with just one of them and my recommendation would be the heat gun. The heat gun is more versatile but having instant heat with the torch is nice but it does take more skill to avoid making a mistake with it. The rest of the supplies are pretty cheap and most are reusable. So the more projects you do the more return on your money. At this point just depending on the size of the project it probably costs me about 50-100 dollars for a new epoxy project. Most of that is the cost of the epoxy I'm using. So a bathroom vanity probably cost like 50 dollars in materials.
You don't have to seal it but I did apply the Ultimate Top Coat product that Stonecoat makes. I just didn't show that process because it was my first time using it and I wanted to get it down before creating a how-to video on it.
It looks the same as the day I finished it. Dust and water spots are more noticeable than before the epoxy, but that just means I clean a little more often.
@@thediygrunt I would think it would be better not to epoxy the sink and it would last longer? About what did this cost to do? I was thinking about just replacing a vanity with the sink for about 400 bucks.
The epoxy needs the ability to drain out the bottom of the sink bowl. It cannot go down your drain so the drain needs to be removed so it the epoxy can come out the hole and be caught in a bucket or even a trash bag. But if it is already hard there is nothing that can change that.
I have had no issue with the epoxy counter tops in bathroom applications. Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy is rated up 500 degrees so you will not have an issue with heat from the shower. Epoxy is also waterproof.
Its less than you think honestly its not that bad. It just the stress that comes with doing the epoxy. I highly recommend not doing a vanity as a first epoxy project. I started with something I could throw away if it came out bad and something I could afford to make mistakes on.
Instead of rolling the paint on? It would be easier for the sink bowl but I dislike spray painting inside the house. I don't want to spend the time covering up everything in the bathroom I don't want to risk getting paint on.
Having using Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy about a dozen times now I can say that there is basically no fumes. In fact you probably won't even notice a smell while doing it and only notice once you leave and re-enter the room. That being said I agree with using PPE to be safe, but my lungs are likely already screwed thanks to the military so PPE at this point won't save them. I have used other types of epoxy products though that I absolutely use PPE for because of how bad the smell is, Stone Coat however is nothing like those.
Yes but dilute the bleach with water and make sure you have applied the top coat to the epoxy. With top coat is a hard sacrificial layer that means you are not applying chemicals directly to the surface of the epoxy.
This guys just reading off the label, he’s not giving enough detail. Make sure you do your research on what paint to use if you go with any random paint
Well, he said the last step was not done correctly, so he owned up to that. So the end result is not going to look like it's supposed to, far from it. So just picture the end product when he showed us the cured epoxy coat and BEFORE the "Ultimate Top Coat" stages. I can't put blame on him not showing the "Ultimate Top Coat" final result with his video camera since it didn't go well. I think the camera footage BEFORE the ultimate top coat looked fantastic and transformed his yellow cultured marble sink into something that looks like it would cost $700 to $800 dollars. This was a fantastic job of how you follow all the steps and taking all the precautions that a DIY'er should take.
I have done this process I believe 6-7 times so far on various different surfaces. The process is not as bad as it initially looks, in fact is very similar to the proper prep work that goes into painting walls. Really just the additional epoxy process is the extra step over a normal paint job. Technically the top coat is optional but i strongly recommend it. The epoxy process and it is a bit stressful your first time. If you are interested in it I suggest practicing on something that is not important or can have a less than perfect result. You will make mistakes the first time but you will learn a crap ton.
You did an amazing job. Looks really pretty.
Your countertop is gorgeous. I've done 2 bathrooms so far with Stonecoat, and I've got 2 more bathrooms to do. After seeing this video I can't decide whether to stick with the earth tones or use your colors. Great instructions. Thank you for posting the video.
which did you go with?
Great work!!! By the way thank you for your service
This video is all squared away....im subscribed
Wow you did and incredible job and thank you for explaining things step by step it looks gorgeous 🥰😍
Nice job. I do this professionally and I wish this process was faster. I spray a stone texture onto a base primer, then clearcoat. Takes about 1hr total for a vanity. My business could afford how time consuming your process is. Looks amazing though.
Thanks! This was my first time doing a bathroom vanity so I took my time. I definitely could have been faster but since I don't do it for a living I also don't need to be in a rush. If my end result looks good enough to get a thumbs up from someone who does it for a living then I consider that a successful project.
Awesome job. About to do this myself
Looks great
Excellent job!
That’s beautiful
Very nice.
Fantastic video. Thanks so much.
I know this is 5 months old, but it's a great tutorial. 👏 👏 👏 Let us know if you do a kitchen?
Thanks! I’ll look into that!! Just subscribed as well. Will be watching your other videos!
Very nice guy
To fix up the mirror you can try thin mirror strip's around the edge of the mirror, like a frame. They stick on. Too easy.
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Great job! I have cracks starting in my marble tub. Heard or know of anyone refinishing a tub? Thx!
I don't know anyone personally who has refinished a tub. I intend to refinish mine but they are steel so I don't have the same issues as you. I know there are products out there that you could use. Off the top of my head, 3M bondo fiberglass resin should be capable of fixing the damage you described, so that's something you could try.
datt shit looks amazing how much was all that?
For epoxy and supplies probably around 150-250 if you are a first timer. Some stuff I already owned but before doing my first epoxy project, other stuff I bought after it. Most of the cost is epoxy and the top coat, and will vary based off the amount of epoxy you buy. The next two big costs are definitely the torch and the heat gun. You can get by with just one of them and my recommendation would be the heat gun. The heat gun is more versatile but having instant heat with the torch is nice but it does take more skill to avoid making a mistake with it. The rest of the supplies are pretty cheap and most are reusable. So the more projects you do the more return on your money. At this point just depending on the size of the project it probably costs me about 50-100 dollars for a new epoxy project. Most of that is the cost of the epoxy I'm using. So a bathroom vanity probably cost like 50 dollars in materials.
@@thediygruntthnk u
It’s beautiful countertop! Do still have seal it ?
You don't have to seal it but I did apply the Ultimate Top Coat product that Stonecoat makes. I just didn't show that process because it was my first time using it and I wanted to get it down before creating a how-to video on it.
@@thediygrunt thanks 😊
@@thediygrunt thanks 😊
Any update on how its holding up?
It looks the same as the day I finished it. Dust and water spots are more noticeable than before the epoxy, but that just means I clean a little more often.
@@thediygrunt I would think it would be better not to epoxy the sink and it would last longer? About what did this cost to do? I was thinking about just replacing a vanity with the sink for about 400 bucks.
I have a lot of epoxy at bottom of bowl. It is hard what to do?
The epoxy needs the ability to drain out the bottom of the sink bowl. It cannot go down your drain so the drain needs to be removed so it the epoxy can come out the hole and be caught in a bucket or even a trash bag. But if it is already hard there is nothing that can change that.
What brand is the primer?
Valspar stain blocking bonding primer
Nice job.. what i don't appreciate it's that u didn't show how it's looking after all it's finished..
Does the paint withstand water and heat from the shower? Looks beautiful!
I have had no issue with the epoxy counter tops in bathroom applications. Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy is rated up 500 degrees so you will not have an issue with heat from the shower. Epoxy is also waterproof.
That seems like a TON of work...lol
Its less than you think honestly its not that bad. It just the stress that comes with doing the epoxy. I highly recommend not doing a vanity as a first epoxy project. I started with something I could throw away if it came out bad and something I could afford to make mistakes on.
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Wouldn’t it be easier to just spray paint it?
Instead of rolling the paint on? It would be easier for the sink bowl but I dislike spray painting inside the house. I don't want to spend the time covering up everything in the bathroom I don't want to risk getting paint on.
Remove the “fake drawer” before painting if you are painting the cabinets
mine is glued in, why remove it?
Wear PPE ya'll if you do this yourself. The fumes can mess you lungs up.
Having using Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy about a dozen times now I can say that there is basically no fumes. In fact you probably won't even notice a smell while doing it and only notice once you leave and re-enter the room. That being said I agree with using PPE to be safe, but my lungs are likely already screwed thanks to the military so PPE at this point won't save them. I have used other types of epoxy products though that I absolutely use PPE for because of how bad the smell is, Stone Coat however is nothing like those.
My question is can you clean your bathroom with bleach
Yes but dilute the bleach with water and make sure you have applied the top coat to the epoxy. With top coat is a hard sacrificial layer that means you are not applying chemicals directly to the surface of the epoxy.
Hooha
This guys just reading off the label, he’s not giving enough detail. Make sure you do your research on what paint to use if you go with any random paint
sorry I don't like the end result, great tutorial though.
Well, he said the last step was not done correctly, so he owned up to that. So the end result is not going to look like it's supposed to, far from it. So just picture the end product when he showed us the cured epoxy coat and BEFORE the "Ultimate Top Coat" stages. I can't put blame on him not showing the "Ultimate Top Coat" final result with his video camera since it didn't go well. I think the camera footage BEFORE the ultimate top coat looked fantastic and transformed his yellow cultured marble sink into something that looks like it would cost $700 to $800 dollars. This was a fantastic job of how you follow all the steps and taking all the precautions that a DIY'er should take.
Looks absolutely amazing but f**k me, that is a long process.
I have done this process I believe 6-7 times so far on various different surfaces. The process is not as bad as it initially looks, in fact is very similar to the proper prep work that goes into painting walls. Really just the additional epoxy process is the extra step over a normal paint job. Technically the top coat is optional but i strongly recommend it. The epoxy process and it is a bit stressful your first time. If you are interested in it I suggest practicing on something that is not important or can have a less than perfect result. You will make mistakes the first time but you will learn a crap ton.