How To Make Epoxy Resin Countertops
But marble is soft and porous making it prone to scratches stains and chipping.
How to make epoxy resin countertops. Be sure to measure exactly the same amount of part a resin and part b hardner or your epoxy won t cure properly. Make sure you have enough epoxy resin to cover all the surface of the countertop. I poured 2l of resin and 2l of hardener into a plastic pail and mixed it up. A little knowledge and careful planning and an application of resin and hardener will keep them stain resistant free from chipping and elegant looking for years to come.
Resin countertops which may be epoxy polyester or acrylic have long been used in laboratory settings as the non porous nature of the material resists bacteria and stains. Pouring under 70 degrees. Any colder temperature will make. Just choose your materials and seal them in a durable epoxy slab for a counter top that will make your room sparkle with color and texture.
Cover the sides as well. Pour more than half of the epoxy resin into the center and carefully spread it over the surface with the help of a wooden or plastic stick. Then i came across this epoxy coating that you pour right over the existing countertops. When i was imagining new countertops for this kitchen it was clear to me that nothing would look as good as marble.
Add epoxy so that it covers all the surface of the countertop with a layer of about 4 6 mm. Adding a clear epoxy resin coating to your countertop can give your kitchen durable functional surfaces that are very easy to care for. Although working with epoxy resin takes time the end result will be stunning durable surfaces that will add to your home s value and beauty. The temperature of the room surface and the epoxy is one of the most important aspects of installing an epoxy countertop.