RK3Designs.com | Do you prefer the gloss or matte UTC?

@livinglifemyway7349

2 жыл бұрын

Gloss finish

@darlafrazier8575

2 жыл бұрын

gloss

@SunnyBloxOG

2 жыл бұрын

Matte 100%!

@alison1jane

Жыл бұрын

Matte looks so much more realistic!

@nisiforosconstantinou7580

7 ай бұрын

How I can buy it?

This is a great video to follow, thank you for such detailed information! I just used the UTC in the dry high desert of NM following Rhonda's formula. It worked perfect. Kept the indoor temp 70-72 and humidity is 22-27% using a humidifier. 24 hours later and there are no lap lines, just a beautiful gloss finish. Love my new counter tops!

Hello Ronda. This is the BEST UTC video that I have been able to find. I really like the fact that you showed the rollers used and especially the instruction sheet. The video has given me the confidence to move forward. Thanks for the Great info

@RK3Designs

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

The shine from the Ultimate Top Coat is amazing. Thanks for the updated mixup instructions link.

I'm glad I found this video. I received more tips on using UTC than at SCC. I love Mike and Mitch, but the little things left out can make a world of difference. Thank you for the insight. I prefer the matte UTC.

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊😊

@teddy7555

Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way... except I found it a day late.🤣 Not happy with my results, so I will do it again with the things I found here and couldn't find elsewhere. The company should send a P sheet with the material like the Auto paint industry does.

@texputter7928

Жыл бұрын

Ditto, excellent tutorial! We watched your video just before we applied the UTC and we were sure glad we did. Way more info here than the SCC vids, thanks for the tips, especially the mixing formula.

Your videos/tutorials are the BEST out there. You take your time and explain in great detail. Appreciate this sooo much. Thanks.

This tutorial is beyond expectations. Very informative

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊😊

It's a cool project. I planned 3 days for the install lot of labor materials are relatively inexpensive compared to stone

Thanks for all the pro tips! Love it. I used foam rollers and it seem to work well, I just had mine a little to thick, it was the gloss. So I have an orange peel, but its okay

@RK3Designs Thanks Robin! My countertops came out great! I talked to you yesterday... thanks for helping me figure out the mixture amount 👍 I love my counters!🎉🎉🎉

Incredibly helpful video. Just did matte UTC on a bathroom vanity top and I missed a few points, left it verrrry textured. Didn't add water to thin, used too much product, only had one dry roller despite the excess product. Sanding it down did let me know it is quite durable at least 😂.

I usually sand by hand with 400 grit. I have notice if i use 220, the scratches show through every time. Very great video though! Ive been using utc for about 2 years now, and love the stuff! You helped me with a couple of issues i have ran into 🙂i order about 5 kits every couple of months for my kitchen counter jobs, as well as every table top i make!

@RosalesComms

11 ай бұрын

I have a slight white bubbly part after putting the top coat. Can I sand that down too. 400 grit?

This was honestly way more informative than the Stone Coat videos! I hope they are paying you for these! I've re sanded my countertop 4 times already!!!! 😅 So thank you very much for this !

@RK3Designs

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Josh!!

@donnawilliams5421

4 ай бұрын

I used stone coat two years ago, mine is scratched really bad. I can’t get anyone to help me, so maybe you can, if I sand this, can I redo it?

@RK3Designs

4 ай бұрын

@@donnawilliams5421 you absolutely can redo. Here’s a video that may help. If you have any questions please give me a call at 830-433-7199. I’ll be happy to help. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKlsqJKuobWyoLQ.html

What a helpful video! I definitely made some mistakes and ruined my product so looking forward to starting over and trying again

What a great video! We were thinking about matte but after watching I think we are gonna go with gloss UTC! Do you happen to have a video how you did that black table that you used for scratch and flame resistance? We love it! Thank you

@RK3Designs

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Here’s the video for that finish. 😊 kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZaWczaehn86wkbQ.htmlsi=3KZvQW58PdXdFJGy

If I have done my flood coat months ago, can i still apply the UTC natural finish?

This is incredibly helpful. This makes it so easy to understand! Thank you Rhonda!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Excellent tutorial and very informative! Thank you!

Thanks so much for this. Gave me the confidence to use UTC for the first time. 😍

Your videos are always so clear and informative thank you!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for watching. I really appreciate it!! 😊😊

Thank you for all detailed explanations and sharing your knowledge ❤

Thank you. I love the Stone Coat Countertops channel, but you give so much more information and cover the fine details. I appreciate that level of detail. I just did my counter tops. I have a few tiny bubbles. Will the sanding prep and this coating help with that issue?

Cool walkthrough, but they haven't had it in stock for months now. We did our counters a few months back and would still like to apply it.

@StoneCoatCountertops

2 жыл бұрын

Back in stock today! Lightly sand with 220 and you can apply the top coat over your tops

@liferedeemed

2 жыл бұрын

@@StoneCoatCountertops awesome, thanks! I will be placing an order tonight!

@krystelfortie4001

2 жыл бұрын

@@StoneCoatCountertops is it sold out again already? I just checked and the website is showing sold out still

@liquidforgedproducts1063

2 жыл бұрын

@@StoneCoatCountertops still sold out ?

@jmac5921

Жыл бұрын

A name so kooky tgat no one would think its fake. Keef using the old ppl want what they cant have tactic. I just used 4 kits from stine coat countertops and all of them failed I gott hand it to ya though you made a oroduct that is 99% good and 99% chancw that your project will fall into the 1% category of failing. So easy to blame the customer. Hope yall are proud of yoursevles

Great content. So should you ever have a shortage again for whatever reason what would be your next go to?

So Grateful for your PDF!!!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊😊

I love your videos! How long can I wait after I do the final flood coat to add the UTC? I ask because we will be away for a few months and no one will be here to use the countertop. So can we wait and do the top coat months down the road?

You are definitely and excellent teacher ! Wow merci for all those advice!

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😃

Can you apply this to vertical wall, like backsplash already fixed.

The guide is super helpful!! 👏👏 This is an awesome video on both UTC products!! 🤗 Hoping urethane comes back in soon!! 🤞

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I should have it back in stock next week.

@Kreative_Rainbow

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs Awesome!! 👏👏👏👏

What would you do if you missed a spot or Have a roller mark Using the ultimate top coat gloss finish, And didn't realize it till the next day

@RK3Designs

3 ай бұрын

You would need to sand and really. Here’s a video that may help answer some questions. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKlsqJKuobWyoLQ.html

This was an excellent, detailed course on the installation of this product. Thanks!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

You bet. Thank you for watching!

Wonderful tutorial thank you so much

What's your experience using the SCC microfiber rollers vs the big box store premium white woven rollers ?

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

I’m a distributor of all the SCC products so I’ve used the microfiber rollers. I’ll be honest and say I really didn’t see a huge difference. I like them both.

Thanks for lowering the formula to .275 from .375. I always waste so much of it. I try to have some sample boards set up if I have room to use up some excess before it gets to dry. Also, do you have a video of the piece that you are using in this video. Absolutely beautiful and I would love to see how you created it. Thanks Rhonda!

@kcdcdesigns

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/nniXx5WKpsyodJM.html Here's the video of how this piece was created

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. The new math does seem to help with waste! The piece was created by Kenny and Keith. They did a fabulous job for sure. I believe Keith posted a link.

do you have a video on how you make your corn hole boards?

Felicidades por tu profesionalidad y tu gran creatividad. Hace un tiempo que sigo tus vídeos y aprendo de ti aún con traductor. En este caso tengo una curiosidad. Para qué sirven esas tablas de madera con el agujero en el centro ? Es la primera vez que las veo. Muchísimas gracias por tus vídeos. Saludos

@jaimegarcia6050

Жыл бұрын

Solo son ejemplos. Para nada sirven.

SO nice! Hey what are some other products you mentioned that level more with no texture but less durable? Great video! Thank you!

I follow stone coat’s tutorial and ended up with orange peel and overlapping lines, I wish I would’ve watched this before, is there a way to fix it? Can I sand it down and re apply it?

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s best if you let the UTC sit for a few days so it is hard. Sand thoroughly with 220, however you don’t have to sand it off completely, just make sure its very smooth. Clean and reapply.

Great video!!! So helpful!!!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!

Love your vids, like always. 🥰

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

Thanks for sharing.

FYI I’ve been on the waitlist for the UTC for a while now. Then I searched the internet and found it online at lowes! Got it within 2 days!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure what product you bought, but I’m positive it’s not the same Ultimate Top Coat that I used in this video. I’m curious as to what product you used. Would love to see a link. Thanks!!

@KandicePolut

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs why is that? Does stone coat countertops not sell their products through other stores sites? This was bought through Lowes. Is it not possible that Lowes online would carry it? It appears to be the exact same product. And now your making me worry that I shouldn’t use it. I’ll talk to Stone Coat and update here.

@KandicePolut

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs I checked with Stone Coat Countertops and they assured me that I got a genuine product of theirs. Lowes does carry their products.

Can just a hint of Stone Coat's diamond dust be added to this top coat?

Has anyone tried to sand with a very fine grit to sand some of the peel?

@larryshreve9076

3 ай бұрын

She has an updated video about the ultimate top coat where she hits the surface with 10,000 grit paper. It works really well

I painted my countertops with giani granite paint and would like to add a better top coating . Can I use this over what I did? And do I need to sand it? Will it mess up my paint job?

What’s the easiest way to figure 2:1 ratio? I have to use 9.77 ounces of UTC. What’s the 2:1 ratio for that?

Thank you so much for this video! Can you use the UTC directly over foil? Will it be waterproof?

@RK3Designs

5 ай бұрын

Yes you can!you can but for durability I would use epoxy over the top 😊😊

Thank you

If you don't mind the 30 day cure time.... can you skip the top coat if you like the very glossy look?

Thanks for the super detailed tips! Getting ready to do my matte coat soon. Question: when you were talking about cure time... does your final epoxy flood coat need to cure 30 days prior to sanding then applying the UTC? Thanks!

@stevester553

Жыл бұрын

She said 24-48 hours before applying UTC

Which project was the one that you practiced the marring with the paint can opener on in the 'Durability showcase'? It looks really cool, especially the colored mineral parts.

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Here ya go kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZaWczaehn86wkbQ.html

@bitswapper

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs Thanks so much - that's really amazingly beautiful. I remember seeing another pour you did where someone with you did an addition of a jeweled part using either large colored mica flakes or something like it and I seem to remember it was artisttilldeath, but maybe not. Are there other pours using that kind of jeweled looking mica type of mix?

Just a fun way to measure water more accurately is by weight. Clean water is 1 gram weight per 1 milliliter.. 1 fluid oz is 29.575 milliliters (or grams). So 1.22oz is 36.08 grams(or ml). Most kitchen scales will do 0.1 gram increments. So 36.1 gram by weight. I know it's math but it gives a precise way to measure water volume.

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Cool. Thank goodness the exact ratio isn’t that critical.

@GodGunsGutsandNRA

Ай бұрын

Grams and fluid oz are NOT really compatible in mixing StoneCoat. Milliliters to grams are NOT compatible in conversion by weight.

Have you tried mixing the UTC with the Art epoxy? I wonder if that wools create similar gloss with less texture?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

No, I’m. It sure how that would work. UTC is a urethane.

I want to know about the dust so you cover it after you do it ?

@RK3Designs

9 ай бұрын

I don’t really worry too much about the dust with the UTC. It dries quick enough. You can also wet sand with 10k grit sand paper to get an ultra smooth finish.

I wish this had come out three weeks ago when I did my first UTC application. I followed the SCC's 1 oz to 1 sq ft and ended up wasting 2/3 (16 oz) of the product.

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

You can sand thoroughly with 220 and reapply.

@pokeysplace

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs I'm happy with the finish .. it came out fine... I just ended up with a mixing cup with a lot of unused product (It was 12 oz wasted, not the 16 oz I mentioned at first)

Is the Natural Finish color the same as matte or glossy? I live in mexico and Amazon is the only thing I have access to but they have Natural Finish in stock on Amazon Mexico. Do you ship to Mexico? And at a reasonable shipping cost,🤷‍♂

@RK3Designs

6 ай бұрын

The natural finish is the matte.

Could you use a tac cloth instead of the tape procedure to get all the dust off?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

You have to be very careful with tac cloth. It can leave a residue on the surface.

Im looking to add this to a painted countertop. The previous owners of our house painted the countertops and then put a layer of polyurethane down. They are not very durable though. I think this UTC would give me the durability I’m looking for. Would I still sand the counter top or should I skip that step since it’s paint?

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

If the poly is delaminating then applying the UTC over the top may not work. Whatever your first layer of material is, it has to have good adhesion. Sanding with a high grit sandpaper will halo but don’t get too aggressive as those deep sanding patterns can ghost up through the UTC.

@shawnandrews6422

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. It’s not really delaminating. It just chips easily.

Can This be used on a 30 day project..you said it has to ge applied within 24 hrs? Thanks for any info!

Is it durable against stains? Such as coffee stains, or orange stains from slicing carrots, etc?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

With the Ultimate Top Coat, it’s extremely stain resistant. I’ve not found a stain I can’t remove yet. 😊

I used another name brand two years ago, mine is not holding up good at all, it scratches really easy.

I’ve been trying to order the Ultimate Top Coat for weeks. Do you know when it will be back in stock? Thank you!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

We should have it back in stock on our site Saturday. It’s very hard to keep in stock right now due to the Urethane shortage nation wide. 😩

I applied a gloss UTC today and it dried mat or Satin, Do you have any thoughts?

@RK3Designs

2 ай бұрын

I’m not sure why it would be matte, but the gloss will know the sheen down a bit to a semi-gloss.

I put epoxy as my final coat. Can I put a top coat on top of this?

If you get an orange peel texture can you fix it?

Can you wait to long before add the ultimate?

@RK3Designs

10 ай бұрын

You can apply the UTC at anytime. You’ll want to wait at least 24 hours after you pour the epoxy. I’ve sanded and rolled on the UTC a year after I poured a countertop to freshen it up.

Have you tried the white closed foam rollers?

Using the ultimate gloss I'm getting dull sections. Question is did I add too much water or do you thing I didn't get mixed well enough

If the ultra topcoat leaves a line, can i fix it. Help!!

can this be used to seal and protect a wood table?

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

Why not run tape backwards over an old roller and make a large table lent removing roller?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

That would work as well. 😊😊

Can you recoat the UTC ???

What unit of measurement is the final number in the recipe? Ounces or mL?

Finished a counter top with UTC on an RV, and looks okay, but not impressed with the edges, they don't look as thick as the top surface. I want to mount a drop in sink, but I'm not sure any adhesive agent, including epoxy will stick because it is so scratch resistant. Any thoughts?

@wapperjaw8282

Жыл бұрын

The edges will always not be as thick as the top that's why if any sanding is needed they say to sand corners and edges by hand.

I have been trying to order the Ultimate Top Coat for weeks. Do you know when it will be back in stock? Thank you!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I should have it back in stock by Wednesday 😊

@kayweinland5638

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs Thank you! I’ll keep checking!

Can you mix equal parts matte and gloss to give it a satin look ?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

No we’ve done that and it comes out gloss.

@alisonjohnston1665

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs OK .. thanks :)

Hi, is that urethane or polyurethane ,both water based?TIA

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

It is a water based hybrid poly

thanks for vid! any recommendations on how to get rid of nap lines once UTC is dry (more than 24hrs)? use orbital sander w 220 until lines disappear? or? thanks!

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the only way to remove the lap lines is to thoroughly sand (220 or higher grit sandpaper) and reapply. Usually lap lines are caused by not having enough material on the surface or over working with the dry roller.

@lorenabutron7264

2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much for your feedback and suggestion! will get on that today!!

Love it save the landfills

Has anyone tried a foam roller for application of UTC?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve not had good luck with foam roller. I’m my opinion, they leave micro bubbles.

Hi Rhonda, are these products available in the UK?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I believe you’ll need to contact Stonecoat directly to see if there’s a distributor. I’m not able to ship international at this point.

I followed your recipe for the gloss and I ended up with a ton of orange peel. I’m not sure where I went wrong because I always use your method for the matte (natural) and it typically turns out great. It seems like the recipe for the gloss left a lot of water on the surface which then resulted in the orange peel. SOS please help. Thank you.

@wapperjaw8282

Жыл бұрын

After watching many videos the texture looks like orange peel but it's not ...

Lap lines show on the utc . Especially where light comes in the kitchen. Be aware.

@RK3Designs

Жыл бұрын

We’ve pretty much perfected the application method where you won’t see lap lines at all. We install in all of our kitchens with no texture or lap lines. If you use our PDF with the recommended water and mixing ratios, the application process is much more user friendly. 😊

@RB-es1vx

Жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs what about a foam roller, have you used it to apply utc?

How do you remove UTC from countertops? Mine looked fabulous until I added the ultimate top coat! It went from formica to marble and back to a very pretty formica. My issue is I LOVED the marblr

@kelseyn.6572

Жыл бұрын

I had the SAME PROBLEM! So frustrating!

@wapperjaw8282

Жыл бұрын

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We are in Florida. How much water should we add to the mix because of the high humidity and temperature

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

I would use the same ratio that’s on the PDF we came up with. I have many customers in Florida that use this ratio and it works perfectly. rk3designs.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/UTC-Mixing-Instructions.pdf

Can I pour a clear coat over it?....i don't like the matt look?

You said with ultimate topcoat can be used as normal in 72 hours but doesn't the bottom epoxy have to cure for 30 days so you still don't want any real weight in the surface for the total 30 days?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

You don’t have to wait the 30 days when using the UTC. It’s is so durable, it protects the epoxy only after a few days.

@zombiemillionaire6397

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs ok. Thanks. I tell clients they can use lightly after 72 hours and not to place anything heavy on it for 30 days. I will have to do an experiment and see what happens. I believe you, love your and Mike's videos but when my head is on the chopping block 😜

Does this have to be used on top of Stone Coat resin.

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

No it can be used on any surface. 😊

@aphoonahdesigns9901

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome this will be good for our lazy Susan’s we make as we have been asked. About being able to place hot dish’s on them. Not that we would suggest to do so but this is another layer of protection for them.

@MICHELLESelby

9 ай бұрын

i plan to paint my counter with acrylic paint. Can I apply this to coat it? SCC said not that I have to applya waterbased poly first. You seem to know more about their produc than they do. I also recently applied an epoxy on my bath counter. Can I add this to it? It's to glossy and I dont I have to sand it anyways as I got several lint spots. thank you@@RK3Designs

Is there any way to get lap lines out after it dries??

@keepitreal829

Жыл бұрын

Yes sand and reapply pain in the ass.

help my top coat wont dry?

Do you HAVE to use a top coat on your countertop?

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

Technically you don’t, However, we highly recommend the Ultimate Top Coat for superior protection and added durability!! We don’t offer countertops without it any longer in our business.

@JJ-pc3fh

2 жыл бұрын

@@RK3Designs Thank you

where is the pdf?

@GodGunsGutsandNRA

Ай бұрын

In the description under Link to PDF.

Awsome

Their website says the HTC is sold out 🤐😅🤔

@RK3Designs

2 жыл бұрын

It is at this time to the urethane shortage. I should have it back in stock the end of next week.

how do you get rid of the orange peel? Makes no sense to have a nice smooth countertop then put this orange peel on top of it.

@elizabethprofy7391

Жыл бұрын

How do you get rid of orange peel?

Have you tried spraying the top coat that should get rid of orange peel

@user-lq1bx4ci8n

Жыл бұрын

Sorry watched the whole video

Very nice video, thank you. I just can't trust this product after looking at all the reviews on Amazon and other sites. I have to go with the majority of people's experiences and they just aren't good. Will leave it at the top pour and call it a day.

I followed this recipe for the gloss and ended up with WAY too much product.

Hi I'm first

Don’t buy this product! Horrible customer service, terrible product. It was chunky, lap lines never settled, and left sharp chunks on the countertop. Customer service said there was nothing they could do.

@Tony-qg7qv

3 ай бұрын

User error! You don’t know how to apply/prep! Your problem