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How To Paint A Bathroom Countertop In 5 Easy Steps

Kate Miles by Kate Miles
September 20, 2022
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How To Paint A Bathroom Countertop

How To Paint A Bathroom Countertop?

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How To Paint A Bathroom Countertop

Bathroom countertops start looking boring after a certain point of time, it doesn’t look good anymore but you have to see it every day; well, you can’t change your bathroom countertop often just because it looks boring to you, but giving it a makeover to make it look like a new one is an option worth considering.

Paint your bathroom countertop at home with ease.

Now if you have a doubt, if you can paint it or not? The answer is simple: you can paint it that too without any worries. You need some supplements and some tips to begin your painting journey.

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This is how it looked before any makeover

how to paint a bathroom countertop- before painting

And look how it looks after the final painting process.

how to paint a bathroom countertop- after painting

Here we have a lovely hexagonal sink attached to a countertop, which looks really dull, the colors look so sad, and so, the mood of people around it. It looks dirty but it is clean, the color makes it look dirty.

The choice of color matters a lot it can either elevate the beauty of the materials it is applied to or make them look terrible, know the importance of colors by reading 15 best paint colors for a gaming room to elevate the beauty of your gaming room

Here is a list of supplies you’ll need for your little adventure:

  • A high-density foam roller of 4 inches.
  • Paint tray to hold your paint, and it also makes it easy to distribute the paint on the roller evenly.
  • A smaller craft brush size 1 inch or smaller will come in handy.
  • Epoxy, or marine enamel paint, both will do the job.
  • Sandpaper 120-220 grit, sponges of 220 grit, would also do well.
  • Painters tape and rags to avoid messed up walls and floor.
  • Masks and gloves for your safety.
  • A cleaner like dawn, Mr. Clean, Lysol, etc.

Step-1: sanding

how to paint a bathroom countertop- sanding
sanding
  • Remove the old caulking and faucets from the sink.
  • Now start sanding the surface of the sink and countertop- it will help the paint to sit well and last long. There shouldn’t be any glossy finish left.
  • Now remove the dust with the help of a microfiber cloth or rag.
  • If you get to see any glossy finish after removing the dust, sand it one more time.
  • Step-2: Cleaning

  • Wash it using a cleaner if you feel like there is still dust there, which you are not able to remove.
  • Step-3: Safety Measures

  • Start taping the edges with the help of painter’s tape to avoid any mess on the walls.
  • Wear gloves and shower caps.
  • Lay rags on the floor to avoid paint from spilling.
  • Step-4: Using epoxy

  • Stir the paint to get rid of any pigments which might have settled. It would get evenly mixed by stirring.
  • If you are using epoxy paint, you need to be extra careful; open a nearby window, and turn on the exhaust fan because epoxy smells terrible! Try avoiding it from getting onto your skin. If it comes in contact with your skin, it will stick really hard and will be challenging to remove. However, you can remove it with the help of alcohol, but that is extra and unnecessary work.
  • Apply the first layer of epoxy paint with all the precautions, and wait till dry to apply the second layer. Epoxy takes more time than usual paints to dry, so be patient and if you applied the second layer on a wet sticky first layer, it would be a big mess.
  • After the first layer, if there is an uneven surface, use sanding paper and sand to have an even surface, and then apply the second layer.
  • If there is a need for a third layer, you should apply the third layer of epoxy paint.
  • Now use the small brush to fill in the left-out details around the faucet and sink.
  • painting the chipped off paint and left-out parts
    Painting the areas where roller couldn’t reach

    Step-4: Using marine enamel paint

    how to paint a bathroom countertop- first coat
    The first coat of the paint- it looks blotchy
  • Caulk the gaps before you start to paint.
  • Stir the can and pour the paint on the tray.
  • Use a high-density foam roller and paint the large visible areas.
  • Let it dry for a while, and then apply the second coat using both brush and foam roller
  • Keep the windows open to avoid the paint’s smell.
  • Leave the paint for a few hours to dry. It can take up to 20 hours if the room’s temperature is cold.
  • When the first coat is dry, sand it a little to have an even finish and apply the second coat.
  • Now for the second and third layers, use both roller and brush. To cover every corner.
  • And don’t forget to sand the paint after every coat, don’t sand the final layer.
  • Tip:- if you don’t want the caulking visible on the top of the paint, then caulk the corners before you start to paint it.

    Step-5: Troubleshoot

    The first coat of the paint- troubleshoot
    painting the chipped off paint and left-out parts

    You do realize that you need to remove the painter’s tape once the paint is dry. It would look disastrous if a bit of paint came off with the tape.

  • Sand the part from where the paint chipped off.
  • Start applying the coats only to the part you sand.
  • Apply good 2-3 coats.
  • Make sure there are no cracks because if the water enters underneath the paint through this crack, all of the paint will start chipping off very soon.
  • Which paint is good, epoxy or marine enamel?

    Well, epoxy paint and marine enamel paint both have their own advantages and disadvantages; it’s up to you which one you like to use.

  • Epoxy is tough to use- it is a two-pack system that includes enamel and catalyst, which you need to mix in a ratio of 3:1; also, it should be used within half an hour, or it would get complicated to spread it evenly, as it starts getting sticky on order to dry.
  • While the marine enamel paint is ready to use, open the can and get to work.
  • Epoxy paints are a good option for a rough surface. It provides superior protection and a good surface. Also, using epoxy can be dangerous. It sticks on the skin, smells terrible, and can be toxic.

    On the other hand, the marine enamel paint is simple oil-based paint, suitable for any type of surface, easy to use, can endure any weather condition, and suitable for indoor or outdoor usage.

    also read about if you can paint enamel directly over epoxy

    What is the difference between paint dry time and paint cure time?

    Paint dry time is when the paint is dry and won’t get tacky if you touch it gently, but if you try to scratch it with any object, it will come off instantly. This period generally stays for a couple of days.

    While the cure time is when the paint is no longer affected by little scratches from the objects. Depending on the paint type and the temperature, it can take a week.

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