I’m so impressed with your counters & the courage it takes to do a DIY project like this. I picture lots of those brown/black granite countertops changing over into a more updated look at a very reasonable cost.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Wanda, that means a lot to me. Thank you so much!!

I'm doing it! My counters were already painted when I moved in 20 years ago, and I painted solid colours 2x since then, but now I'm doing this! I already primed and painted the base white. This weekend I'll give it the sponge bath and veining, and squeeze in the top paint and finally polycrylic after work during next week. Very excited to give my kitchen the brightness and pop that it needs. Thank you!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Stacy, that is fantastic … I’m really excited for you! I know they will be beautiful!

It turned out great. Looking forward for your Spring decorating. Always so excited to see your videos.

Becca, WOW, they look fantastic!! It seems like this method was easier than the epoxy and less messy. Thanks for doing all the research and sharing the process. Have a wonderful weekend. 😊

Good morning Becca! Oh, my goodness, what a transformation! Your bravery and confidence paid off! It’s gorgeous! Looking forward to seeing everything decorated! Hope you have a restful weekend! 💕

They turned out beautiful! They make your kitchen even more brighter! They really look like marble! Great job Becca❣️👍🏻🌷

This turned out so good. Looks beautiful. See you next Friday.

This looks so beautiful! Amazing job … gives me hope that I can change my ugly brown busy granite once I work up the courage- you are an inspiration! Love all your seasonal decor videos as well- keep up the great work! ❤

Very pretty countertops and job well done. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Kathy!

Good morning Becca! The counters look fabulous!! You did an amazing job! Thanks for sharing and have a blessed day!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Donna, you are too kind. Thank you so much!

WOW!! Thank you so much for making this video! I can not wait to get started on my counters using this method! Gorgeous!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! How exciting you are going to get started on yours ... I know they will be beautiful!

So labor intensive. Yet, so worth it. Very authentic.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Patrice, I really appreciate it. Here's hoping they hold up, lol!

All I can say is WOW!! They are absolutely beautiful and amazing! I think they look just like real marble for sure. What a gifted woman you are. 😺💜💚

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

That means so much to me. Thank you very much!

Looks great as I knew it would. Love your style. Looking forward to next week.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Nancy, you are too kind. Thank you so much!!

Wow, so many steps !!! Beautiful job! You gotta be pleased with your results 🤗🤗🤗🤗

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Marti, so true about the steps, but it wasn't as bad as it looks, lol! And thank you! Have a great weekend.

Becca, they came out beautiful. Thank you

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Michele, I'm so glad you think so. Thank you!

You have done an EXCELLENT job! You may recall I mentioned last week that I have real marble countertops and you captured the essence of the marble so well! Adding the “milky” finish over the top was exactly what it needed to take it from amazing to perfect! And then the matte poly…even better to achieve the honed look. I am so impressed with your outcome and this tutorial. I will be sharing it with friends! I feel this was far less daunting than epoxy, I’m certain less odiferous, and a very affordable solution. Do keep us updated on how they wear as the year/years go by. That is always so helpful when doing research on a project you want to try to undertake. I love your green cabinets as well!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Rebekah, you are too kind. Thank you so much! Yes, doing them this way was much less daunting and messy than when I worked with the epoxy. You don't know how glad I am to not have to look at the yellowing counters anymore, lol. I will definitely keep you updated on how they wear. Have a wonderful day.

Oh my goodness!! Beautiful job! I'm redoing my kitchen & I've been wanting a diy method of veining. I've been looking at an ivybridge color of granite with deep emerald veining but just can't justify spending that kind of money when I'm sure I would drop our cast iron skillets on it!!😊 This is great. TY for your tips & expertise. God bless!

I think they turned out beautifully! You did a wonderful job Becca!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Lisa, I'm so glad you think so. Thank you!

Beautiful! I am impressed by your patience. I could never do that. I admire you for being able to do it.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Diann, sure you could!! And thank you so much!!

They turned out beautiful.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Kim, thank you so much!

They look fantastic!!!!🙌

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Rachel, I really appreciate that. Thank you!

Seen a lot tutorials the last days and yours is the one I am gonna try and gives me the confidents to do it. Cause when seeing all those others I thought I just gonna do a foilwrapping. Very happy I found yours, thanks so much!! I'm gonna do it on my very big dinnertable by the way 😅 ❤ from belgium

What a beautiful job. Looking professional. Thank you for sharing.

@AdventuresinDecorating

7 ай бұрын

Deborah, I'm glad you think so. Thank you!

I always loved your countertops, thought they were marble or marble look quartz. You did a great job!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I'm glad they're finally done, lol.

I’m following your tutorial and doing the veining tomorrow for our camper counters. I was looking for a budget update for marble and this was a perfect option! Hopefully mine turn out as gorgeous as yours!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Rachel, that's fantastic! Good luck ... I know they will look fabulous. Let me know if you have any questions.

Your kitchen counter tops look beautiful! You did a wonderful job on them. I would never tackle something like this but you always inspire us...just lovely! I hope you have a great week end too!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Kathleen, I really appreciate it. Thank you very much!

It turned out so beautiful!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you think so. Thank you!!

Very beautiful, they turned out beautifully. I would be so scared, but I would imagine if you don't like your counters, you should take the chance too. I love how they look, and I hope they will stay white for a long time. Beautiful job, Becca. God bless and stay safe 🙏 ❤️

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Trust me, I was scared, too, lol. Fingers crossed they wear well!

It looks so good Becca & you made it look so easy!! I know you have surely encouraged someone else to try it!! Hope you have a great weekend!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Tisha, you are always so kind. Thank you! I really hope that I have ... such a fun and budget friendly way to refresh your countertops! Have a great weekend.

Hi Becca, I really enjoyed this process and think your counters look absolutely beautiful. Tfs. Donna xoxo

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Donna! Thank you so much!

Hi Becca! I loved this tutorial and how the counters turned out! Such a great project!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jenn!! I'm so glad you like them ... thank you!!

Beautiful!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Jeannie, thank you!!

I am so very impressed...as usual!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Martha, thank you very much!

Great job & great results. These was a huge project ~ I am sure you are THRILLED with the outcome. Cannot wait to seem them with spring decor! ~ Judy in NC

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! While they're far from perfect, I'm sooooo glad the yellow epoxy is gone, lol!

Wow! Your counters look great! 👏🏻👏🏻

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Mary, thank you so much!

I’m obsessed!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

What a kind thing to say. Thank you!!

It looks great. And the tutorial was awesome.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Sandra, thank you!! I' so glad you think so.

Your countertops look great !!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Lisa, thank you so much!

Great job! Your countertops look fantastic!🤩

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

Great job. Gavee the courage to do my kitchen counter.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Ronda, that makes me so happy to hear that ... have fun! Your counters will be fabulous!

Beautiful job.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Looks great! Pat yourself on the back for a task well done!

That look fabulous ❤️❤️❤️

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Your countertops turned out gorgeous! 😊❤😊

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Maria, that means a lot to me. Thank you so much!

Your countertops look amazing. Just like you❤️

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Julie!! You are too kind.

Wow! You're inspiring! Beautiful job!!!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Tammy, thank you so much. Have a great weekend!

@tammylewis6296

Жыл бұрын

@Adventures in Decorating oh thanks..same to you! 🐦🪻

Thank YOU Thank YOU Thank YOU I use the Water Base Poly and everyone says use Epoxy... I do NOT like the Smell of Epoxy and it does YELLOW. This is a GREAT Video Thank YOU for sharing this video... "BRAVA Darling... BRAVA"

Wow, Becca, you did an amazing job. The process was fun to watch, I had no idea you could do such a thing. I thought that was so neat when you used a feather 🪶 - it really took the veining, next level. Great job, I am super impressed. TFS and have a great weekend! Xoxo ❤🌷💐🪴☀️

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Liz, I really appreciate that. Thank you! The feather was definitely a game changer. Hope you have fun plans this weekend. xoxo

Amazing!!!!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Absolutely beautiful . Amazing Job . Have a wonderful weekend sweetie. Hugs ♥️❤️♥️

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Blanca, I'm so glad you think so. Thank you very much and have a great weekend!

Very impressive! Looks great Becca👏

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Soraya!

Wow so beautiful!! I really want to try this. A little nervous but I think I’m going to try it!! Thanks for the video!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Dana, thank you!! I really hope you do!! You will do a fantastic job and will be so glad you did!! Have a great weekend!

I’m about to do this on my bathroom counter, this is the nicest video I’ve seen on this type of counter redo, it’s beautiful!

@AdventuresinDecorating

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! So exciting that you're going to do this to your bathroom counter. I know it will turn out beautifully!

@bostonterrier3915

10 ай бұрын

so I did it and my rag left a pattern on the counter, what kind of rag did you use?

@susanelliott1943

25 күн бұрын

I’m starting the veining in an hour!!! nervous, but very excited!

Hey Becca thank u for the information on the counter tops. Mine are similar to the same colors as yours were from the beginning but I think I going to go with a color close to concrete gray and paint my base white. I will be practicing in my small bathroom lol

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Anita! Have fun practicing ... you're going to love it!!

Beautiful 😍

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

OMGosh!!! Absolutely perfect video!!! I do epoxy countertops, mine are also epoxy, and have yellowed, so I am redoing mine. This exactly what I have started doing to my counters, thought I would take a break and look up some, ran across yours...one question..."How do you know when to stop, not making it so gody, or too busy?" This is a huge problem of mine...thanks yours are gorgeous!!!

You did an amazing job and what patience you have!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Susan, thank you so very much!!

Nice work

@AdventuresinDecorating

5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Just found your channel and immediately subscribed. Im trying to find Part 1. Ill keep looking. Edit: yes, found it. Becca...could you please list what you use on your drop down menu for people like me...lol. Thanks gorgeous

I cant wait to see your bunny hopping at your home.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy they're here!

Going to be doing the veining on my counters tomorrow, thanks for the awesome tutorial! I just finished painting all our kitchen cabinets, almost went with the colour you used but we decided to go a bluer tone called Knoxville Gray by Benjamin Moore. The people who owned our house before us painted the counter tops a black with gravel texture in it. It held up awful and I hated it 😫so excited to make our kitchen our own!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

That is so exciting!! I know that they are going to look fabulous, especially paired with your beautiful Knoxville Gray cabinets. Good luck!!

I work with paint and sealants alot. I refinish furniture for people. I use polycrylic on all light color refinishes i do. But never thought about using it on a countertop. Not sure how it would hold up. Have you done a follow up?

I watched your first video & this looks beautiful!! I got nervous just watching you do this (lol) a lady with a lot of talent..tfs

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Linda, lol, you and me BOTH!! I'm surprised my hand wasn't shaking! (and thank you!!!)

Thank you for this video! What color are your base cabinets?

I have an old 70 yellow laminate countertop. Watching your video has inspired me to paint my countertop. What primer, paint and coating did you use originally for painting your countertop? Also is it scratch resistant?

Just followed this tutorial and loveeeee the look of my new countertops! Thank you SO much for sharing. Question: what products do you use to clean your countertops?

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Megan, thank you so much! I pretty much just use water OR a little bit of dish soap.

It looks so good but what did you use for the white paint underneath? Is it regular paint? I'm trying to do this and trying to do it just like this

One more question, what kind of paints do you use?

@makeupjunkie325

5 ай бұрын

Looks like apple barrel craft paint in country gray and Valspar clear mixing glaze

ya I would never use poly. I used epoxy and its the only way to go…. getting ready to do my current house. I used poly on my floors and I cant scrub them and it doesnt hold up at all.

@AdventuresinDecorating

3 күн бұрын

We went the epoxy route (Stonechat Countertops), as well. Unfortunately, the gases in the epoxy caused the counters to yellow over time (I ignored all of the reviews of other people warning others of the same outcome). I'm so glad I was able to redo them with polycyclic. They haven't ambered at ALL; are easy to clean and have held up really well. 🙂

This looks great. How is it holding up? How long did it take you in time to do this in total? Do you get water or food stains on this?

Hi Becca, absolutely beautiful! I'm doing your method on my bath countertop. Did you use the same color for all the stippling and what colors did you use for the veining? Did you mix any colors together? I appreciate your help!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Cherie, thank you! Good luck ... I know that they will be gorgeous! When you have a second, take a look at the video again ... I share screenshots of the paint/products that I use. Let me know if you have any other questions. 🙂

Beautiful informative video. They are gorgeous and I'm inspired to try this! My current countertop is laminate. Do you think if I sand it and use all the same products it would work?

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Lisa, thank you so much!! Yes, I don't see why it won't!! Let me know if you go for it!!

WOWWWW thanks for making this video. I’m gonna do this on my ugly countertops tomorrow. I feel better about it after watching your tutorial. also what paint color are your cabinets?? That green is so beautiful and to die for! I have to copy you! Thanks!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Yay ... that's awesome! How's the project going? The green is SW Pewter Green.

Can u do this method over laminate countertops?

They are beautiful. Very nice job. What was your base countertop? I have a solid surface like Corian. Does it work just as well on that? Also would love to know how they are holding up and any advice on maintenance and use of them, ie hot pans, cuts, chips etc...

@AdventuresinDecorating

11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Our base is granite. I'm happy to report they are holding up really well, and, admittedly, I never place hot pans on them directly (I always place them on hot pads, trivets, etc).

This is a good video. I use polycrylic for everything else. I can't believe it never came to me to use it on counterparts. Here is one thing to note about the real world application of Polycrylic, which never gets mentioned in tutorial videos. It takes a long time to cure and become protective. Within the first week it will feel dry and ready for normal usage. However if you rest anything on it, often times an impression gets left behind. If takes months before it can take a knock and not chip away. It's pretty tough when it gets to that point. it just takes time to get there.

@AdventuresinDecorating

10 ай бұрын

Thank you! After the epoxy yellowed after about one year when I first painted the countertops years ago, I was so frustrated that there wasn't SOMEthing that wouldn't turn yellow. I can't tell you how excited I was when realizing that I could use polyCRYLIC! And, yes, so true about the curing time. This was such an easy method, that I'll happily touch up any little scratches, dings, etc., that might happen as time goes on.

@leanchasersx

10 ай бұрын

@AdventuresinDecorating yeah, I love that it's easy to just sand a little and another layer of top coat.

I don’t have the Valspar clear mixing glaze but I do have the Valspar antiquing glaze, can i substitute that instead? what’s the difference between them two?

@AdventuresinDecorating

9 ай бұрын

Hi! The difference is the clear glaze is just that, but I believe the antiquing glaze has a brownish tint.

Beautiful job 👏. Where did you get your clear mixing glaze? Thanks.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It' from Lowe's!

What color paint did you use for your lower cabinets? Love the green!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you ... it's Sherwin Williams Pewter Green

I'd even suggest getting a really high quality image of white marble, printing it out, cutting out the veins, laminate what's left and use that as a stencil.

Hi there, great job, they look great!!! I'm thinking about it myself, but I'm hesitant because I'm not sure how durable it will be. What do you think? Will it hold up? Let me know your thoughts. Thank you and God bless.

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Lidia! YES, they should definitely hold up! I hope you go for it, too! Have a great weekend.

Hi Becca! Your countertops turned our so pretty! Was just wondering if you're able to scrub your counters if something gross gets on it? Such an inexpensive way to update your kitchen!!! GREAT JOB!!!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Renie! You are so kind! Thank you! Yes, as long as we let them properly cure (for like a week) before going to crazy with pasta sauce, etc., all should be good. Fingers crossed!

@reniehandler2595

Жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresinDecorating I'm sure it'll be fine. It looks so expensive and REAL looking. 🥰

Love this process. What would you recommend for a “made in” sink- one piece with countertop?

@AdventuresinDecorating

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! As in painting the sink, as well?

@christinehyek2013

4 ай бұрын

@@AdventuresinDecorating - yes

Hi Becca, great job! Love this technique, quick question, how durable is the top coat you used versus the epoxy? Thank you in advance! Liz

@AdventuresinDecorating

4 ай бұрын

Hi Lizette! Thank you so much ... knock on wood, it's been very durable ... totally pleased! I do have a little tiny scratch in a couple of places, but easy to touch up. I have another countertop that I'll do a video on soon.

May you list all the products you used? I can’t wait to do mine, but I really want to make sure I used all the right stuff. This looks amazing!

@AdventuresinDecorating

2 ай бұрын

Shannon,"tune in" next week if you can. I'm doing another countertop using the same process.

I love the look of these counters but I’m really scared to try them on my counters. Do you think I could undo this project of it went south?

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

KATIE, if, by chance, you see this, PLEASE forgive me for not seeing your note until now. Did you paint your counters yet? If you haven't, don't be scared. Aside from making sure you prep your surface properly, there is no wrong way to create your veining. it's going to be beautiful! And, YES, if it goes south, just paint over it and start again.

I don't know what epoxy you used originally but have read that if you use a heat gun or torch to knock down the bubbles that eventually that delayed reaction is what causes the yellowing down the road. I'm reluctant to use the polycrylic due to the streaking you mentioned (i think a foam roller will be better) but also not having the same durability as epoxy. thoughts?

@AdventuresinDecorating

7 ай бұрын

Hey there! Unfortunately, no matter the method (heat torch or not), epoxy, mixed with white, is going to yellow over time (in my experience). Now, if you're going with darker colors, epoxy is amazing! I've been pleasantly surprised with the polyCRYLIC and have heard that I can use a heat gun to eliminate the streaks when it's drying. I'm going to remember that for next time.

What grit sandpaper did you use with the hand sander?

@AdventuresinDecorating

2 ай бұрын

in between coats? I'll be doing a one year review and painting another countertop in the same method in next week's video 🙂

I’m thinking of painting my bathroom granite countertop. I have ordered an electric sander, but still need to pick up the initial paint. What paint kit do you recommend?

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

I didn't use a kit, but know of those who have with good results. Just make sure you use a really good bonding primer. What colors are you going with?

How did it hold up. I’m about to do mine and I’d like to know how the polyacrylic held up

@AdventuresinDecorating

4 ай бұрын

Knock on wood, they have held up really well!

How does it hold up to heat? Like putting hot stuff on the counters.

@AdventuresinDecorating

7 ай бұрын

Admittedly, I've never placed anything "too" hot on there (warm plates are fine). I always lay down a pot holder first.

Counters look amazing, is there a list of materials that you used, that you can share and the process?

@AdventuresinDecorating

9 ай бұрын

Thank you much! There is another part of the video where I share it all (in my video tab).

How do they clean? I'm debating trying my guest bathroom sink

@AdventuresinDecorating

2 ай бұрын

Really well; however, I don't use abrasive cleaners.

Any updates on the countertops fading or turning after several months? Also, after you paint the countertops can you use them the same way as the originally installed ones (i.e. putting food, cups, preparing, ect. On them?) Thx4Sharing!!;)

@AdventuresinDecorating

11 ай бұрын

Hi! Knock on wood ... they're holding up really well!! To be honest ... even when we had our original granite (before I painted over it), I would never prepare food directly on it (always use a cutting board) or place hot items (always use a pad), soooooo, I can't really attest to the polycrylic's "durability" in that manner.

Hi Becca! The countertops turned out beautiful!!! I can imagine everytime you walk into your kitchen you just have to smile at the beautiful results! You put in a lot of time, effort and hardwork into this project, but bless your heart, the results are so worth it! Thank you for sharing this cost effective technique! Wishing you a wonderful weekend and a safe and happy week ahead! God bless!

@AdventuresinDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi Gwen!! I'm so glad you think so ... thank you!! I can't tell you how nice it is to NOT see the ugly yellowed epoxy anymore, lol. Thanks again ... hope you have a great day!!!

What is your base coat paint call valspar but what kind ?

@AdventuresinDecorating

6 ай бұрын

I first used their Bonding Primer and then their Signature (Satin) in Bistro White

Hi Becca! How is this new paint with polycrylic holding up?

@AdventuresinDecorating

5 ай бұрын

Hey there! It's holding up really well (knock wood)!!

I'd love to know how they are holding up to daily wear and tear? Did you use anything to seal the top? ❤

@thehungrygoldfish

4 ай бұрын

They are perfect! And no seal! Do it now!!!!! wtf are you waiting for!!!???? Don’t be scared!!!!

How does the poly hold up with stains or chipping

@AdventuresinDecorating

3 күн бұрын

Thankfully, really well!