I never thought I would be doing anything like this, I was a Metal head in the 80's. Thank you so much for this video, I have all the supplies and four pieces of sheetrock to practice on.... :-)
I have been researching immensely and have watched so many people attempt this technique. Your work is by far the best I’ve seen on TH-cam yet. Great job 👍
Will be trying this next week in my kitchen. I have watched so many how to videos and I have to say that this is the best one I have seen. Straight to the point and detailed instructions. Thank You. Might post pics when I'm done :-)
This is absolutely the most glamorous DIY marble I have ever seen. It is so real!! You are so talented! I will be doing this for sure. Thanks so much for sharing.
This looks amazing! I have wanted a marble dresser for so long now and this just gave me the perfect idea :) I can't wait to make a trip to Ikea and soon have my very own unique marble dresser... again thank you so much!
Also love the sound of your true "works of art" in the background. Wished for more product information, (softening brush? and "open time?) not to mention the red blood cosmo recipe. Inspired by your fearless technique ... will go to your blog to know what I don't know. Go Mama DaVinci !!!
Martha Stewart started it, but man oh man with TH-cam anything is possible who needs a public broadcast station or network! Great like, cuz! Where was the blood orange cosmo recipe you promised us???
It would be awesome if you could do a video on color matching your outlets and switch plates!!! Very well done! You are very talented! It was also real to hear the kids in the background instead of cheesy free music!
This is a great video! I have a round table similar in diameter and I was looking to do marbling on it but I was looking for this same type of marbling. all the other videos that I have seen so far were tans and browns and though they are gorgeous, they were not what I wanted. But this is! Thank you!
U helped me paint my countertop. Thx. U got the best video on this. I wish u could show us the steps to seal it. Could u do an update on how it's holding up
This is great!! I will do it in a big wall on my kitchen :-) If I first paint the wall with white, do I still need the white glaze? Thank you in advance
Thanks for this. I am going to re-do a cultured marble bathroom vanity and was looking for a more subtle finish than the dark highly contrasted finish techniques that are out there. This will be perfect! Do you know if I can incorporate some of the latex paint (in the color of the bathroom) into the veins? Would latex work alongside the acrylic? I would like to try the Envirotex lite coating.
This is the best marbling art work I have seen on youtube. You really know what you are doing. I am excited to try this on my table and countertops. My question is...when you say use acrylic and polyurethane and acrylic, so it doesn't yellow, what is that exact step. Did you mix them and then brush it on or did you do them separately? Also what kind of acrylic and polyurethane did you use?
I'd like to know this too. I've wanted to do this for years but am afraid polycrylic wont hold up in the kitchen, since its water based. But, I dont want yellowing so I dont want to use polyurethane 😔
I am wanting to do this to my counter and backspash so bad, then painr my cabinets. Can't decide on the color cabs though either white or some kind of blue, like a greyish blue.
Hi! The gray glaze where you mixed cobalt blue and a drop of black, what kind of paints are those?,I will definitely do this on my countertops!,,,thanks
Jocelyn Garrett I have the same question. Are they from a paint can or an actual glaze can? That's the only way I know how to ask. Are they latex, water based or oil based? Would like to know EXACTLY what you used for paint. Thanks!
Thanks Danika! How did you do the backsplash? I had that same idea but was thinking it would be an uncomfortable position to do this standing on a vertical wall. Did you cover some sort of board and then adhere it to your wall? Thanks!
Hi I have been watching your video over and over again . That is so cleverand beautiful!!! also searching for something else that would work for my kitchen project i am planning to do. I have a question about base coats and top coats. First as a base you did use a Xim primer and than again kiltz? And for ty he top coat you said to put polyurethane with acril. You mix them or put one after another.
Hi Danika! Thank you for your video. Your work is beautiful! I’m at a lost because I’m trying to complete the same effect but I can’t seem to achieve it. I primed (4x for a solid uniform coat of Killz) and then painted 2 coats of egg shell white wall paint to get good coverage). I started with an artist’s brush (round pointed tip) and used a 3 inch angled ultra soft brush (I should have used a flat brush). I dabbed the paint to feather it but since it’s a angled brush I used the longest tip and it started to fan out as I dabbed. And now my veins are really wide and the grey paint I used is too dark. Right now, it just looks 2 dimensional. I don’t have any depth to it and it looks almost ‘zebra’ like. Can you make any recommendations? I love your technique and results but it’s definitely advanced for someone like me. I do plan on painting one layer of thinned out white paint to light everything up. Way too zebra like right me. But I need help with add more depth. Any help will be greatly appreciated!
Hi! The beauty of this technique is that it’s just paint. Sometimes mistakes actually make great texture and undertones. What I would do is get a good feathering brush, that makes all the difference in the world. Next I would take some base color white and use a sea sponge to lightly cover areas that are too heavy feeling and lighten up dark spots (feather these sponges areas to soften). Marble looks best when there are lots of layers, it creates depth, so think of it like a happy accident. Don’t think too hard about it, just use the white like an eraser when you feel it’s too heavy, feather often and step away when you get frustrated. I’m not sure how large your surface is, but it also helps to have a picture of marble to reference and map your area out based on that. Lighten up your current surface and use that as a new background for the new veins. If your current veins feel too dark, add more white to the glaze to lighten the grey. You will be surprised by how much depth you will have. I hope this helps, it does take a little practice and the main thing is not to think too hard. Keep me posted!
@@danikaherrick Thank you for your reply, Danika! I'm using a Wooster Ultra Soft 3 inch angle brush. Is there a brush you recommend? I have several surfaces I'm working in my kitchen: an island with two waterfall sides, a larger counter where my sink is, a smaller piece to the right of my stove/oven and an entire back splash. Is there a way I can send you a photo of what I have so far?
@@RobertHa81 yes, you can send to danikaherrick@gmail.com I like a badger softening brush, they also have synthetic versions too www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/handover-softening-brush-synthetic-hair-3-in?___store=jacksonsart_us&gclid=CjwKCAiAjeSABhAPEiwAqfxURXyWZlfe67SGVlPNbMXUhM8lhtTkcRvhr01ECjWcGOAUKvOunGPA9BoC0hEQAvD_BwE
Several people have asked, with no response. How have the counties held up? I've wanted to do this for years but I dont want yellowing so cant use polyurethane. And I'm not sure how well polycrylic will hold up around water, since its water based. Please answer 😔
The best tutorial on marbling I have seen on you tube and I have seen many. Thank you for such an excellent tutorial.
Absolutely the best results in the entire TH-cam. Thank you for posting this very helpful video.
I watched some useless videos from other people too!🤣🤣🤣
The best tutorial out there!!! This technique really works! No alcohol required even! But definitely an after drink celebration! Thank you so much!
The best faux marble out of the 50 videos I've watched so far :-)
I never thought I would be doing anything like this, I was a Metal head in the 80's. Thank you so much for this video, I have all the supplies and four pieces of sheetrock to practice on.... :-)
I have been researching immensely and have watched so many people attempt this technique. Your work is by far the best I’ve seen on TH-cam yet. Great job 👍
SO FAR YOU ARE THE ONLY FREAKING PERSON TO DO FEAUX MARBLE THAT KNOWS WHAT THEIR DOING. EVERYONE ELSE SUCKS!!!
GREAT tutorial! In my opinion you do the best marbling on TH-cam. I would like to add do not forget to do the edges so it looks 3-D.
Love this you explained the steps so clearly. Now where is the recipe to that drink?
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Danika is a true artist. Beautiful job!
Will be trying this next week in my kitchen. I have watched so many how to videos and I have to say that this is the best one I have seen. Straight to the point and detailed instructions. Thank You. Might post pics when I'm done :-)
This is the best one I have seen so far. I have already primed a table....finishing it tomorrow...I feel confident and brave now THANKS!!!
This is soooooo inspiring. A fantastic tutorial .. thank you 🌸
Mrs. Herrick, you ARE talented! Beautiful result. (How can people give this incredible video a thumbs down?! Mmm... I'd say 16 envious people!)
This is absolutely the most glamorous DIY marble I have ever seen. It is so real!! You are so talented! I will be doing this for sure. Thanks so much for sharing.
Wonderful job....thanks for sharing
Hi from Britain. Loved the vid, thankyou, will use it to decorate bathroom walls.
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing. Very inspiring.
This looks amazing! I have wanted a marble dresser for so long now and this just gave me the perfect idea :) I can't wait to make a trip to Ikea and soon have my very own unique marble dresser... again thank you so much!
Shirin Sadeghi did you do it
Also love the sound of your true "works of art" in the background. Wished for more product information, (softening brush? and "open time?) not to mention the red blood cosmo recipe. Inspired by your fearless technique ... will go to your blog to know what I don't know. Go Mama DaVinci !!!
Great video. Well presented and easy to understand.
I was raising an eyebrow for a few minutes but my God this is the best marble effect I've seen.
Thank you for sharing 💕💕💕Love it💕💕💕
brilliant, best marbling i've seen, going to try it on my fireplace. thanks
I used a kit years ago, thanks for the great video, it looks beautiful!
I used your technique and my kitchen counter came out wonderful
Thank you.
Absolutely loved it!!! Can't wait to try it in my new house!! 👍
Thank you for your time, I plan to do this on a chest of drawers in a bathroom. I am so excited to try this. Thank you again.
Amazing!!!! Love your blog, so helpful!!!!
Martha Stewart started it, but man oh man with TH-cam anything is possible who needs a public broadcast station or network! Great like, cuz! Where was the blood orange cosmo recipe you promised us???
It would be awesome if you could do a video on color matching your outlets and switch plates!!! Very well done! You are very talented! It was also real to hear the kids in the background instead of cheesy free music!
Love your technique!! You did a great job!!! I am gonna try that on some foam board for a temporary back splash technique!
Temporary backsplash, I am going to do that,and get my pratice in b4 I do my counters😉😉😉
Beautiful job ! ! !
Love your artistic ability. Thanks
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Love the kids in the background! :D
Lovely work!
Thanks for uploading. Great job! Looks really nice.
This is a great video! I have a round table similar in diameter and I was looking to do marbling on it but I was looking for this same type of marbling. all the other videos that I have seen so far were tans and browns and though they are gorgeous, they were not what I wanted. But this is! Thank you!
Thank you! Great instruction, beautiful outcome.
Great tutorials! So interesting. Would love to see you do a faux malachite tutorial :)
thanks!! best marble tutorial so far
Amazingly beautiful!!
amazing.i like your tutorial
Nice techniques!
I like that thin torn cardboard design
I love it. I'm going to try this on my daughters peel and stick tile and kitchen counter tops
Very very helpful. Where's the drink recipe promised?
you are a real artist
Very nice 👍 pls more video
Very good. Looks really nice.
Fabulous tutorial ! Thank you !
Thanks! It actually looks pretty good. I added close ups to my original blog post. Its isn't letting me post the link. I will try it separately.
Hello thank you for the great tutorial. Did you have to lightly sand to Rough up the for formica countertop prior to priming?
U helped me paint my countertop. Thx. U got the best video on this. I wish u could show us the steps to seal it. Could u do an update on how it's holding up
Really enjoyed the video.
Simply amazing! I'm thoroughly impressed. How authentic does it look up close?
Great vid! How have your countertops and backsplash held up the last five years?
this looks fantastic!!
I love it, what is the product you used to extend the drying time of the glaze?
Beautiful,,,Great work thanks for sharing, wish I could see how you did the countertops and cabinets
Thank you for doing this! I watched many videos and no one did it like you! Great! Trying this soon! You rock
no.. she marbles! lol
Excellent work! I would question putting this on countertops, but the technique for walls, columns, etc would be awesome!
Loving this in 2023.
Thanks, you made it look so easy! Im sure it will be, but im just using emulsions watered down... hope it works as well as yours!
WOW! That really looks awesome :D
Thanks for the great info!
so nice repair!
Really good job on this.
Can I use everything you used for paint to do my counters?
You're the muse of painting!!!!!!!
This is great!! I will do it in a big wall on my kitchen :-)
If I first paint the wall with white, do I still need the white glaze? Thank you in advance
Just found your fantastic video but could you please tell me what type of paint you used,did you add water or any glazing liquid ???
Did the paint on the countertop hold up over time with the heat of cooking and all?
Do you think you could do this on a plain cement fireplace mantle to get a marble look to it? Thanks....
can this be done on cement?. this turned out beautiful. thanks for taking time to record and share.
lady, congratulations. you're good and fast.
Thanks for this. I am going to re-do a cultured marble bathroom vanity and was looking for a more subtle finish than the dark highly contrasted finish techniques that are out there. This will be perfect! Do you know if I can incorporate some of the latex paint (in the color of the bathroom) into the veins? Would latex work alongside the acrylic? I would like to try the Envirotex lite coating.
Would this work on existing counters? The cheap old counters (not sure what material they are made out of)
This is the best marbling art work I have seen on youtube. You really know what you are doing. I am excited to try this on my table and countertops. My question is...when you say use acrylic and polyurethane and acrylic, so it doesn't yellow, what is that exact step. Did you mix them and then brush it on or did you do them separately? Also what kind of acrylic and polyurethane did you use?
Nhia Alberts it'd polycrylic
This looks so awesome! Seriously, how hard was this to do?
verry nice👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
How is the counter top holding up?
I'd like to know this too. I've wanted to do this for years but am afraid polycrylic wont hold up in the kitchen, since its water based. But, I dont want yellowing so I dont want to use polyurethane 😔
Did you also thought about using epoxy as a top coat? Thanks for any advice
Hi ! It's acrylique paint water or cream plastic stucco ?
Beautiful
I am wanting to do this to my counter and backspash so bad, then painr my cabinets.
Can't decide on the color cabs though either white or some kind of blue, like a greyish blue.
Hi! The gray glaze where you mixed cobalt blue and a drop of black, what kind of paints are those?,I will definitely do this on my countertops!,,,thanks
Jocelyn Garrett I have the same question. Are they from a paint can or an actual glaze can? That's the only way I know how to ask. Are they latex, water based or oil based? Would like to know EXACTLY what you used for paint. Thanks!
Thanks Danika! How did you do the backsplash? I had that same idea but was thinking it would be an uncomfortable position to do this standing on a vertical wall. Did you cover some sort of board and then adhere it to your wall? Thanks!
did you darken up the lines by mixing the black and light gray together?
Seu trabalho é perfeito . Parabéns
Can you use a very soft paint brush instead of a softening brush?
Excellent!!!Next time give a final coat with Liquid Epoxy..and it will resit long time.
That table looks amazing. You are very talented. Do you do this for money? I'd love to become a customer
Gorgeous
This is such a great tutorial!! I am looking to do this exact technique with my ikea table. Thanks +danikaherrick
what paint do you use? Can you use Ralph Loren, Sherwin Williams, ICI, ect...?
Hi I have been watching your video over and over again . That is so cleverand beautiful!!! also searching for something else that would work for my kitchen project i am planning to do. I have a question about base coats and top coats. First as a base you did use a Xim primer and than again kiltz? And for ty he top coat you said to put polyurethane with acril. You mix them or put one after another.
Anna G. Its polycrylic
Hi Danika! Thank you for your video. Your work is beautiful! I’m at a lost because I’m trying to complete the same effect but I can’t seem to achieve it. I primed (4x for a solid uniform coat of Killz) and then painted 2 coats of egg shell white wall paint to get good coverage). I started with an artist’s brush (round pointed tip) and used a 3 inch angled ultra soft brush (I should have used a flat brush). I dabbed the paint to feather it but since it’s a angled brush I used the longest tip and it started to fan out as I dabbed. And now my veins are really wide and the grey paint I used is too dark. Right now, it just looks 2 dimensional. I don’t have any depth to it and it looks almost ‘zebra’ like. Can you make any recommendations? I love your technique and results but it’s definitely advanced for someone like me. I do plan on painting one layer of thinned out white paint to light everything up. Way too zebra like right me. But I need help with add more depth. Any help will be greatly appreciated!
Hi! The beauty of this technique is that it’s just paint. Sometimes mistakes actually make great texture and undertones. What I would do is get a good feathering brush, that makes all the difference in the world. Next I would take some base color white and use a sea sponge to lightly cover areas that are too heavy feeling and lighten up dark spots (feather these sponges areas to soften). Marble looks best when there are lots of layers, it creates depth, so think of it like a happy accident. Don’t think too hard about it, just use the white like an eraser when you feel it’s too heavy, feather often and step away when you get frustrated. I’m not sure how large your surface is, but it also helps to have a picture of marble to reference and map your area out based on that. Lighten up your current surface and use that as a new background for the new veins. If your current veins feel too dark, add more white to the glaze to lighten the grey. You will be surprised by how much depth you will have. I hope this helps, it does take a little practice and the main thing is not to think too hard. Keep me posted!
@@danikaherrick Thank you for your reply, Danika! I'm using a Wooster Ultra Soft 3 inch angle brush. Is there a brush you recommend? I have several surfaces I'm working in my kitchen: an island with two waterfall sides, a larger counter where my sink is, a smaller piece to the right of my stove/oven and an entire back splash. Is there a way I can send you a photo of what I have so far?
@@RobertHa81 yes, you can send to danikaherrick@gmail.com
I like a badger softening brush, they also have synthetic versions too www.jacksonsart.com/en-us/handover-softening-brush-synthetic-hair-3-in?___store=jacksonsart_us&gclid=CjwKCAiAjeSABhAPEiwAqfxURXyWZlfe67SGVlPNbMXUhM8lhtTkcRvhr01ECjWcGOAUKvOunGPA9BoC0hEQAvD_BwE
@@danikaherrick Sent. Just wanted to make sure it didn’t go into your junk mail. 😁
Several people have asked, with no response. How have the counties held up?
I've wanted to do this for years but I dont want yellowing so cant use polyurethane. And I'm not sure how well polycrylic will hold up around water, since its water based.
Please answer 😔
How much drying time do you have to play with the colors?
very nice and very good
What type of black paint did u mix in? Acrylic?