Cheap way update kitchen counters

You apply the top coat just like the base coat, but this is where you definitely do not want any paint lines. It dries with a sheen and you will see those lines once it dries. Speaking from first hand experience! I ended up going over a section of the counter a third time because those paint lines were driving me absolutely insane.

The third coat really seemed to do the trick, however that section of counter seems to have a slight texture to them that the rest of the counters do not. Once the top coat is on, it needs to cure for 24 hours before placing anything on the counters and 4 days before placing any heavy appliances like a microwave on them. My parents were shocked at the transformation Giani Granite gave their kitchen! Of all the updates we did to the the space, this by far had the biggest impact!

Check out Giani Granite on their Instagram , Pinterest , Facebook and Youtube to see more inspiring spaces transformed with just a little bit of paint. They even have kits for cabinets, appliances and more! This is the coolest thing ever! I can't wait to give it a try. We did a cabinet door replacement recently and love the look of our cabinets, but we definitely want to update the countertops now and this so far looks like the best way to do it on a budget.

Thank you for sharing. Wow, such a great transformation. I have been brainstorming ideas for my laundry room countertops and this could be an awesome option to consider! That is pretty impressive. How much should I budget for a kitchen remodel? How can I make my kitchen look bigger and brighter?

How can I make my kitchen look good? What color kitchen cabinets are in style ? This countertop paint kit will give you a similar look. I love the clean, crisp white. It gives the entire space a fresh, clean feel. So fresh and so clean clean.

Do you have any cheap countertop ideas? Share them in the comments below! Bathroom Remodel Ideas on a Budget — nine different ways to save loads of money without compromising on style for your next bathroom remodel. Sign up to get my posts delivered to your inbox here. Do you have a tutorial or a step-by-step explanation on how you did your counter tops, Gail?

I absolutely love them and would love to try them out. I just bought a 17 year old townhouse first time homeowner and am looking for ways to update it on a VERY tight budget.

They also removed the old and worn carpet and stained the concrete floors. Thank you for this post, Jenna…. Concrete counters are super-cool looking in photos and I have seen some in person as well, they are super nice. Awesome, Donna! I love concrete counters too! Great roundup! Funny I just came across this post! I just redid my counter with the paper bag treatment like Ashleys floor.

But, which cheap fixes can make the biggest impact? We spoke to an array of real estate experts and home designers to find out. According to real estate expert and founder of RemodelingCosts. While most full kitchen remodels inevitably require new upscale countertops, you can easily save on this expense simply by shopping around.

Nancy Brook, a realtor from Billings, Mont. Brian Davis of SparkRental. The right countertops for your specific kitchen depend on your existing cabinetry, style, and budget, but you can save a bundle by keeping your mind open to different materials, comparing prices, and setting up the installation yourself. If you skip the new kitchen cabinets but still want the feel and improved functionality of a new kitchen, adding some newer upgrades to your existing cabinets can offer a big bang for your buck.

Darla DeMorrow of Heartwork Organizing is big on adding roll-out shelving to kitchens that need better organization and more room. They can also make existing cabinets more usable for people with mobility issues, says DeMorrow.

Lights and light switches play a big role in how bright and welcome a kitchen feels.