How To Install Epoxy Over Old Countertops Ultimate Guide | Stone Coat Countertops
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8 Simple Steps To A New Kitchen
Step 1: Prep 1:34
Step 2: Clean & Sand 5:54
Step 3: Bonding Primer 9:01
Step 4: Undercoat 9:57
Step 5: Color Coat 16:06
Step 6: Marble Spray 23:47
Step 7: Clear Coat 27:37
Step 8: Cleanup 32:04
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Whatever you pay this man to do these videos, you need to give him more because he seriously kept me glued to my seat the whole time.
Yes and I’m not even that interested in videos like this most the time. Lol
Agreed!
He's getting paid by those 9 ads in a 30 min video. Smh
He gets paid in cocaine. He gets paid well
You got that right !!!
There's just something to be said about watching a man do what he loves to do. I'm sure he didn't start out in life wanting to do counter tops but you can see his passion in his skill and attitude. THAT'S why we're watching these videos all the way through. Just fantastic work.
love his enthusiasm! makes you want to hire him to do your countertops immediately!
He is what you call a 'SALESMAN'!
He is selling a product, and his enthusiasm!
And he certainly has lots of buyers! Doesn't he?
And he could sell anything!!! To anyone!!!
Whether it is 3 card Monte, or epoxy counter tops, when someone is this smooth I usually back out of the room, with my hand on my wallet! There are 'good' (ethical) salesmen and evil (unethical) salesmen but you usually don't know which the guy is until 'later'!
But the smoothness of the guy makes me be wary or at least very aware, as I back out........
@@paulortiz2035 Any salesman can be outed by a significant amount of reviews and a brief education in the product and service. Any salesperson who comes off as awkward or unsure of what they're doing and/or selling, will put customers off the product. Sigmund Freud once said, "Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar." Yes, there are snake oil salesmen out there but the truly successful contractors and companies tend to have customers who recommend them to others. There will always be some entitled snob who will give bad reviews just to stir the manure. Look at the amount of happy customers or BBB reports.
Why does he not have a tv show? His whole team is amazing and the work they do is just wonderful. I watch the entire episode without skipping ahead. Love the work. Keep up the great work!!!!!
Why does everyone have to be owned (and operated) by a television producer? I'll never understand why people say such a thing. Better to be in control of your own content (and destiny).
I love all your pro tips, because not everyone would think of those things. In my opinion the countertops were WAYYYY better BEFORE the marble spray:) The amount of marble spray kinda made it look too manufactured in my opinion. But it definitely looked great either way! You guys are so good at this! I dont know that I could ever make something that looks so perfect!
Give this man his own TV Show! He has a great way to explain things, and it is even ENTERTAINING, while learning something cool. I am not even sure why I watched this video, but I enjoyed it.
Of all the DIY videos I've seen on TH-cam or anywhere, THIS is the most detailed, useful and even entertaining I've ever seen. Hats off to these guys, you did beautiful work here.
havent watched Ben Eater before then
I totally agree with you . I was glued to it till the end.
I need this guy to be my life coach.... This is the kind of positivity and motivation I'm missing.
I like before the marble! Turned out gorgeous!!
Wow. a diy video that I didnt skip constantly. This man is the perfect teacher, so engaging and instructive.
Yes!! I miss the days of actually having showw to help you renovate your own home. Not just renovating to sell etc. ao boring now
Taking that drop down counter top when you move, to make a coffee table???
That gets a BIG THUMBS DOWN!!!!👎👎👎
WHY?
Because then that little island won't be matching the rest of the counter tops!!! And that will look very strange!!! And you might miss a buyer!!!
And that is MY PRO TIP for this guy!!!
I have the exact same comment, he is so great and full of positivity that I did not fast forward at all!
@@paulortiz2035 q 2 we pi
These are probably the highest quality videos I have ever seen on TH-cam to make you learn something. The way he makes these videos and he pays attention to detail was absolutely phenomenal. You my friend are terrific.
Really liked it before, but loved the look of the silver marble spray. Would choose to do about 1/3 the total marbling to keep it special and understated.
I love the super shiny clear coat epoxy final layer so much more than the creamy roll-on in most of your other videos too.
that's so weird, i did NOT like the silver marble spray at all because it was too aluminum-ish looking (unreal looking IMO), but everyone is so different, we all see it differently, lol. It's crazy. I'm sure my taste is weird to many as well. I too loved the super shiny clear coat. But I can see the matte finish as well on some other projects they've done (like their vacation home by the river --- I really liked the matte finish).
Oops I posted a similar comment before I saw yours. I totally agree with you about less marble spray.
Wow! Gorgeous. I would have quit before the marbling, but after I saw the completed work, I loved it. You guys are great!
How can a video be so satisfying to watch and educational at the same time? how?!?
Is it just me? I just feel capable of remodeling my entire kitchen after watching this haha
Deyvid Bitencout , thanks for your kind feedback! What color recipe would you choose for your kitchen?
It looks easy but it never is! Reason: they’ve mastered techniques, weather moisture,temp.. The just right mixing.( I tried everything Bc I have to but I am a novice.)
How can I get you guys in Dallas
I remember when hgtv had shows like this. They need to put you on tv
Loved the marble design but I also loved the original coat! I'm going to try this for my kitchen. Thanks for suggesting a practice table
Absolutely beautiful! This is a perfect diy video. He covers everything, including tips! I want this for my countertops and prefer the veins.
Thank you so much, glad it was helpful! We can not wait to see your work Connie!💪
@@StoneCoatCountertops what about the lip on the end of the countertops on old fermica. Think it's for spillage. Do we put bonds in so it's not as noticable?
@@StoneCoatCountertops how much it’s per Square feet? I am interested asap! Thank you!
are those chemicals safe after finishing the work at home? Please I really need to know
I rent and don’t even have countertops to re-do and I’m ready to get started 😂 Definitely saving this video for when I buy a house! Thank you for the helpful tutorial
Do the countertops anyway! You may get a discount on the rent. We do improvements at our rental. They don’t even notice.
They are probably the cleanest crew I ever seen after remolding a kitchen
there is another 2 other guys on youtube, both of them are re-modelers. One guy is in Canada and the other is in West USA.
@@TwstedTV thanks for telling me
I absolutely LOVE the marble look!!! If I had my own home, I'd want my counter tops to look just like it.
I absolutely loved watching this. Thank you for the calmly and enthusiastically presented information. I have no experience with this but I am going to go to a thrift store and practice with a table until I'm ready to do my kitchen counters. With marble spray included. :)
This guy is awesome. I love how he keeps telling us to have fun doing the prep work. He has such good energy. Only 8 easy steps! C'mon guys, we've GOT THIS!
Did you try it?
Oh my poor husband...he doesn't know what's coming his way....🤣🤣🤣
LOL
Goku doesn't have time to do countertops he's saving the planet...chi chi...lol
@@zulu3274🤣 that's exactly what he keeps telling me!!!!!
@@chichi8920 when I looked at your comment I said I wonder if this is a person that might know what I'm referring to or if its just someone nicknamed Chichi who has no idea......lol
@@zulu3274 you are actualy the first person to have made the connection in all the comments I have posted!😃👍
Gorgeous!! I'm not a pro, best tip I saw was painter's tape around seams before adding silicone. Love the marble spray. I might try this, I have a small project in mind.
Thank you for adding the heat and hammer part showing the durability of this !! That helped so much on my decision to use epoxy.
I was hooked for the entire 36 minutes. Amazing transformation. Great video!
This is by far one of the best Stonecoat videos I've seen. I was not planning to use it on my kitchen counters, because the wife was afraid she'd put a hot pan on it and ruin it. Thanks for letting me know it's resistant to heat.
We're so glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching our videos. Feedback like yours helps us to continue to make great content! - Lauren
This looks phenomenal, and makes me think I might be able to do this myself. Love your videos! I look forward to trying the products.
Did you try it?
@@vickiu2923 not yet! I ordered the epoxy but am working on smaller projects and building my way up to do my counters. Going to practice on a coffee table next.
I also found a TH-cam video where someone was warning people to use respirators and PPE
@@vickiu2923 yeah, respirator, long sleeves and gloves. Epoxy is toxic before it's cured so you should keep it off your skin or wash it off asap of it gets on there, and even though you should be ok on a well ventilated area, a respirator is a good idea. Especially if you're sanding, don't want to breathe in any of that dust. Can't say I'm always the best at using these things when doing smaller projects like jewelry or coasters, but for bigger projects, I think they're definitely needed.
I love love the before and after marble look but more so after ❤️ I just recently brought a house at 23 and I am definitely doing the budget friendly DIY.
Hello Ms Kanise…. I watched this video and just wanted to check out comments to see what the consensus was for before and after the marble effect. Your comment caught my attention because you liked it more after than before. But what sparks this reply is that you purchased a house at 23.. wow! I don’t know you, and please don’t take this as condescending because it’s fueled by admiration, and that’s to say I’m proud of you! Congrats on such a huge accomplishment! In my humble opinion you have achieved the level of ‘Bad Assery’ so fast and your future screams $even Figures in no time!
Keep on Keepin on!
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@@Heli4G3 Thank YOUUU ! I appreciate that, and I’m not offended at all ! It’s definitely something I am very proud of myself ☺️, I will let you know how my DIY go once I start, I’m learning to not rush everything and to take my time doing my renovations one by one so I won’t stress myself out 😂.
@@kellskanise8266 how did it go?
I did not search for this video. But I still watched.
I work with resin and decided to expand my knowledge and I have to say this is the most educational and direct video I’ve ever watched in this field 👍🏽🤩
Great to hear! Thank you kindly, we would love to see your work Erica🙌
This right here is what I have been looking for.
Taking the old and making it look new without the high cost... thank you so much!!!
I was skeptical about the marble spray but after seeing it in its finished state WOW! Mike why did I ever doubt your ability, your a true artisan.
We have several properties we need to update and this is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Forget those paid courses. This video is all you need! And that's a pro tip!
Here's a PRO TIP, don't take a drink every time you hear him say "pro tip". You will run out of alcohol. lmao
This is fantastic! I like the pattern without the marble effect. The pro tips are essential, too. I would like a much simpler pattern, almost one solid color. I watched every minute of this and was fascinated. We hope to have this done by a friend who has done at least 2 countertops of his own. I applaud this craftsman; he does a very beautiful, careful and thorough job!
That marble spray is amazing !!
Never seen it before, I've worked at big box home centers, & as a point of sale technician for Glidden retail stores.
Gotta show my boss this video, Thanks !!
His entire self throughout this video is so upbeat and clear! I'm definitely getting it this weekend!
Currently on step five, just waiting to scrape the drips. I’m happy with how the pour went. I’ve learned a lot up until this point. Hopefully this will be helpful to anyone who wants to recreate this project. First, the kit doesn’t have enough epoxy to color AND clear coat. You’ll have to double your epoxy order to do a “dirty pour”. I ordered the advertised kit but needed to order another 2 gal of epoxy so I can clear coat later. It’s obvious now, but not when I ordered. Marble spray is sold separately. Spray painting the rock face edge is key, the epoxy is thin enough on the sides that without some base coloration, it’d look pale. I’ll comment again if I have anything else worth sharing. If not, no news is good news. Satisfied with the product, looking forward to the next few steps.
Like it with a marble . you guys rock.
@The Eichers Mini Farm you need to take Roblox away from your kids unless you’re fine with being exposed to absolute scum of the earth people.
how did it turn out???
Before the marble spray was beautiful but after adding it was Stunning. Definitely better with and black is Def my favorite. Unbelievable work guys!
Love the Pro tips. Haha. I liked before the marble spray but when it was done i also liked it after. If I do this I may use the white or silver just to keep it lighter. I love this.
I love the idea of practicing on furniture from thrift store before doing it on your counters. If it turns out great the first try them you can use the furniture but if it doesn't then you learned something and aren't out much.
The marble spray is like adult silly string!!! LOL!!😂
it probably is, does it matter? It's going to be embedded in epoxy, so you have to embrace the theory behind this...
@Supa Trending Daily The marble spray is so thin, it doesn’t affect the finish. We actually went over the surface with 220 grit sandpaper after spraying the webbing to soften the color. Later we sprayed it and simply coated the clear after-no imperfections caused by the spray.
I was so amused by it too 🤯
What an awesome video. You answered a lot of my questions! I have bought your countertop kit in ocean blue, but was nervous starting the project. I’m a little bit more confident, now I just need to take the plunge. I’m leaving my sink in place and am glad I can as you answered that question for me right off the bat in this video. Also, you answered another question about clean up of buckets too! Again, great video.
How did it turn out?
I really would love to have this done on my countertops in kitchen and bathroom, I’m disabled so I’m not able to do it myself. Loved the black spray on top, it’s absolutely perfect.
I would LOVE to see you come up with a ROSE GOLD marbling spray.
i was thinking copper and bronze as well.
I was thinking a shimmer blue
@@pepmintp6266 there was silver but didn't like dark blue.we have alternate type marble work tops and they look good I'd go for them.but if I'd someone who could do this and saved us lots pounds ad for this but guy made it look super easy at it's hard to,do and finish.
You seem to be fan of the Iphone rose gold!
Me too
The actual fact that this is the ONLY diy/instruction video that i didnt skip a second. Hes straight to the point, informative and hes not repeating himself ever..frankly hes loving what hes doing. GREAT JOB! you got a new subscriber out of me.
Right on thank you for watching and for your feedback. You rock!
Great video.
I have a couple of rental units and I always replaced scratched kitchen countertops with expensive costs. I will try the epoxy method for my next project.
I love the island Stone top. The way you textured the outer edge was simply beautiful.
Why why why TH-cam suggested me this video? Now I can’t stop watching!! 😩 I am here feeling passionate about what they are doing and kind of going crazy with the idea of doing something like this ASAP.
Before watching this, I was like “Yay~ let me renovate countertops on my own~”
After wathing this, now Im “Well, let me hire someone to do this”
I think it would be cheaper to buy real granite or quartz and u have the real thing for life if you take care of it
Omg. 😂 💯 accurate to a t Hahahaa 😝
Ya not sure how much this is but please don’t go to Hd or Lowe’s for stone call around and shop it I get granite for 28 a foot
Haha, same.
@@coreym846 Wow, where do you live? I wish I could find that price in the DMV.
Amazing finish! Silver & black veins add a very realistic natural look.
I liked it BOTH ways. I really liked the look before the Marble spray, but loved the look after as well. Great job!
Wow thank you so much for your feedback my friend. Have you had a chance to use Stone Coat Epoxy?
I love with the marble spray... its not marble without the lines.. I love your enthusiasm.. I recognize and happy for your success and thankful that you are sharing your gift with the world because majority of people die with their songs still in them and never heard for the world to hear... love your song!!!!...thank you!!!.excited for your product!!!!!! From your islands to my island here on oahu...
This guy is a REALLY good host. Great job.
I love both with spray and without! I for sure am gonna learn how to do this because I love restoration projects
Wow, I found this as I was doing canvas work. And wow, God Bless you for sharing this!!! I had no idea apoxy can hold that strong with just simple foam!!!! That really helped me guid with directions for my future Skoolie! & bathroom as well as shower was the biggest worry. But, not anymore!!!! Money savor! Closer to get the school bus!!!!
I really love the colour before the marbling. On the other hand, I'm wondering what a copper metallic would look like as a marble accent?!
antique gold or aged bronze would be amazing too!
I've been watching this guy for 5 years now..... and I think I can do this project by myself. 2021 is the year for my home to take on a new look starting with the kitchen! Thank you Stone Coat for your projects and for taking the time to teach us how to have a beautifully achieved stone look countertop. I have learned SO MUCH from watching your videos over the years. May God Continue to Bless You and Your Company. Stay SAFE!
Thank you so much for following our videos! You definitely got this! -Nathan
Love Stone Coat! One of the few long demos we love to watch. OK, love the Black cracking on the surface. This system is fantastic. Have you considered doing Shower Stall Walls! The beautiful Marble look... seems like a no-brainer. Love to hire someone to come to my home and do my kitchen and two bathroom counters. Excellent Product!
Love the after affect… Would love to do this to my kitchen countertops, not sure I could do this myself, but definitely love the look. Great job!👍
I did my kitchen, my laundry, and my three bathrooms! My dad and my nephew did help. If you follow the training guidance you will do well. Promise!!!
I love how they explain this to us like we have all of those tools, gear and workshop!!! LOL!!! Love their work. I'll just hire them. I own tools, just NONE of those!!! Hahahaha!!!
My amazon cart is overflowing 😩
@@brittanykimbrough7418 MINE TOO, don't feel bad!!! LOL!
I prefer the "before " marble effect counters. I thought they were very realistic and rich looking.
I had the same thought
@@cherrypie10466 : me, too.
I agree!
@@CatherineSTodd in
yall crushed it here, great thorough walk through, easy to follow. Gonna attempt to do my own counters now, feeling much more prepared.
This is like the Bob Ross art of cabinetry!
Well done 👍
I loved all the surface colors/looks before and after the marbling; they are versatile and beautiful!
Wow thank you for your kind words my friend! What look would you like to see next Patty?
@@StoneCoatCountertops
You are very welcome!
The high gloss smooth finishes have a clean feel to them that I love, especially in a kitchen.
Next up I would love to see a 3D epoxy counter top of some sort, eg; nature themed version.
I love how you explain everything. The job came out wonderfully.
I was watching the whole video like. Im gonna try this.... Then nevermind... Let me hire you guys.. Lol!
You Got This Bro!
U got this u can do this
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@@jiggy7376 are u gonna do it man? If u do I wish u alot of luck
@@jiggy7376 anything is possible
Great job. Still wasn't crazy about the marble spray. Though I can't wait to try doing all my countertops and I have a whole lot in the kitchen. It's why I'm watching your videos. ❤
The guys who make the videos are excellent sellers, just by watching the videos they convinced me to do this in my kitchen, I'm a handyman, I had already heard about the epoxy, but they explain it so well that I have no doubt that I can do it, thanks in advance
I want to take classes. I want to learn to be a pro.
I absolutely love this project ❤! The rock look is gorgeous alone, but with the black veining it's out of this world!!!
I LOVED THIS VIDEO GUYS 🤗 your technique & tutorial from beginning to end was simply pleasant and amazing truly y’all are the “bomb “ and the kitchen looks beautiful and high end. GREAT JOB 👏🏾 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯💯💯💯💯
The tip on picking up a cheap little table to practice on might be the best one in the video. Beautiful work. No clue which of the colors of the paint for the lines to give the counter the look of cracks. Or even if I prefer the before those lines. Deciding on which way to go with that would keep me awake for night.
I don't own a house, tools, or epoxy but I have followed this channel for years. I loved how light the counters looked before marbling. I love your artwork ❤
Kinfolk, I own stonecoat epoxy but not my house....ohhh the temptation🥴
I really like the look before the marble spray paint. Yall are so entertaining and educational!! I own a painting company and will try this and begin offering this to my clients. This is such a cool process and saves money. Thank you so much for sharing your skills.amd being so thorough and detailed!!
That is so awesome, you got this! Wow thank you so much for watching and for your feedback. Do you have any projects coming up?
Great presentation and right to the point with enthusiasm. I really liked the marble effect.
Thank you! Best video (little slower showing step by step, which I loved) and showed every step.
My favorite video from you guys.
I'm a diy'r, some of your videos I think are made with the pro in mind and jump quick thru the steps because this is old news for pros
Loved it before the fracture spray. Looks exactly as I want in my kitchen! Thanks for making this video.
This is exactly the video I’ve been looking for! Thank you so much!! I watched every second absolutely glued to my seat! Love it!!!
Absolutely love the marble spray. I am so looking forward to doing my kitchen and three bathrooms with Stonecoat. Just a little bit nervous I have tile countertops and backsplashes which I want to do in place the backsplashes a little scary for me.
I love the effect of the spray in white, definitely will be looking to buy for my own projects
You, sir, have the heart of a teacher. You don’t simply give instructions, you explain. Thanks! (P.S. what is that yellow device you used on your drill to sharpen your pencil? That’s a Christmas gift I need!😀)
The editor and the main guy talking, the music, transitions etc. All amazing - This is prime TH-cam content, rarely can I watch a 36-minute video all the way through - Kudos to you - I subbed (and hit the bell)! I kind of like both the before and after, I'd use the marble effect spray but maybe to a lesser extent than you did. I'll be buying one of these kits once I have a house!
Yes, great job editing, it had my attention the whole video and I'd watched it for the heck of it not because I actually need new counters. Well done.
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I was completely glued to my screen from beginning to end. Amazing video. So many tips. Can't wait to try this.
Beautiful job. You have encouraged me to transform my counter tops.Thank you!
I don't even know to use a drill, didn't search this... but somehow I stayed and watched this video. And I have to admit, I was glued! Sooo interesting!
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This is gorgeous 😍 I want this (my husband and I finally have my first house of our own, and kitchen needs updating) but this is very intimidating!
I loved the look before the marble spray...but my daughter, who is watching with me, likes it Both! That silver marble would look great too. Thanks for this video!
Hello, i’m watching from Puerto Rico (sorry, mi inglish is bad 🤣). I love this video, so much fun and learning!. Last week i did my marble counter, but i made a lot of mistakes with the epoxy. I want to sand and apply the epoxy again, this is the reason why I’m seeing a lot of videos, yours is the best.
I have to buy the epoxy again, sadly I didn’t viewed this video before.
Thanks for share your experience and knowledge!. 👏👏👏
I love the effect of the marble spray. I like the silver and I think gold would be awesome for doing a calcutta marble effect.
OK, wow, you guys are SO good at making these videos! I'd never do this myself because it's more work than I like to do (lol), but would hire you in an instant. Super impressive.
Thanks! We love making them!
I love it! Great job. I'm considering giving my laundry bench a do over after watching this. You guys are awesome!
I like both before and after Marble spray, both are beautiful, great job like always!
This guy is so intense he makes me feel like I can do it.... then I realize it’s 2020 and can’t find alcohol cause corona... I can’t do it lol
He said you can use acetone instead :) That's still available during Corona. You can tons of it from Home Depot, and they'll even ship it to you.
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One of your neighbors probably has some.
Thats me! I can't find 91% for the effects. I have found 70%
@@apersonwhousesyoutube4202 double the dose 😜
Definitely like the before the marble spray. You guys make it look so easy, but I think I will take your "pro tip" and try first on a used end table or the like. Great video!
Guys I just stumbled across your site… can’t stop watching n thank you for not being “TRADE SECRET” with this knowledge!!
Thank you for this video! I am showing my hubby today! Beautiful job!
Just bought my first house and I'm looking forward to trying some of these techniques!
Both marble effects were awesome!
I appreciate the explanation of every step so much!, it made me try to do this project, ONE IMPORTANT THING I would like to add for the benefit of DIYers that cannot get their epoxy brand (which was my case, I live in Canada and their products were not available at the time I did my counters)
Not all epoxies have the same curing time, their brand gives enough time for you to spread it without rushing but if you get a different epoxy check the label, some start hardening around 20 minutes after it is mixed
You might not have much time to spread it and to clean the drips underneath the edges
I personally like it better before marble effect but both are awesome! I'm a faux painter and I'm all about trying new things. Can't wait to find the right project to try epoxy!