Feeling adventurous and creative? Try your artistic hand at making your own custom granite or stone look counter top right over plywood!
You can save thousands of dollars over real stone and make your own custom pattern..or just clear coat natural wood.
The process starts by using a finishing grade plywood, then applying bondo, epoxy coating and spray paint colors of your choice.
If you love finger painting, you’ll love this faux stone process. Watch the video below.
Parts Required
For this counter top project, you will need masking materials, a sander, Bondo, epoxy resin, a propane torch and a variety of paints and paint brushes.
Masking Materials
ScotchBlue Painter's Tape Original Multi-Surface Painter's Tape, 1.88 In. x 60 Yds, Blue, Paint Tape Protects Surfaces & Removes Easily, Painting Tape for Indoor and Outdoor Use (2090-48NC)
PlazMask Pre-Taped Masking Film (1 Roll, 5-Feet X 65-Feet)
$7.99 ($0.02 / Sq Ft)Trimaco 949460 Easy Mask Tape & Drape Pre-Tape Masking Film with 14 day Blue PerfectEdge Tape, 0.6m x 22m
3M Automotive Refinish Masking Tape 388N, 06654, 36 mm x 55 m, Yellow, Crepe Backing, Moisture Resistant, Multi-Purpose
$10.00 ($0.06 / Foot)3M Automotive Best Masking Tape Painting, Tape and Drape Pre-Taped Masking Film (65 Feet) (3 of Set(35.4 in))
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3M Hand Masker M3000 Tape Dispenser, Film & Tape, Applies Painter's Tape to Masking Film or Paper in One Continuous Application, Compact & Lightweight Design, Saves Time When Preparing For Painting
ASSOCIATED PAINT Available 157026 80-400-4 H20 Masking Liquid, 1 Quart, Clear, 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Sander
DEWALT Orbital Sander Kit, 5 inch, 3 amp, Corded, 12,000 OPM (DWE6421K)
DEWALT Palm Sander, 1/4 Sheet (DWE6411K), Yellow
BLACK+DECKER Orbital Sander, 5 Inch, 2.0 Amp, 12000 OPM, Corded, 1 Sandpaper Sheet and Dust Bag Included (BDERO100)
BLACK+DECKER 2.0 Amp Electric 1/4 Sheet Orbit Sander (BDEQS300)
BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander, 1.2 Amp, 16,000 OPM, Compact Design, 3-Position Grip for Comfort, Includes Dust Collector, Corded (BDEMS600)
BLACK+DECKER Electric Sander, 1/4 Sheet, 1.5-Amp (BDEQS15C)
Genesis Detail Palm Sander with Palm Grip, Vacuum Port, Hook-and-Loop System, Dust-Proof Power Switch, and Sandpaper (GPS080)
Bondo
Bondo Home Solutions Wood Filler, Sandable in 15 min, 1.9 lbs with 1 oz Hardener
Bondo Professional Gold Filler, 00233, 1 Quart
3M Bondo All-Purpose Putty, Designed for Interior and Exterior Home Use, Paintable, Permanent, Non-Shrinking, 1.9 lb., 1-Quart
$27.27 ($0.90 / Ounce)Bondo Body Repair Kit, Everything You Need to Get Started, 00312, Filler 1.57 lb and Hardener 0.75 oz, 1 Kit
Bondo Metal Reinforced Filler - High Strength Filler, Can be Drilled and Tapped - Will Not Rust, 11.2 Fl oz with 0.37 oz Hardener
$24.93 ($2.23 / Fl Oz)Bondo Cream Hardener, 2.75 Oz, For Use With All Bondo Fillers, Putties & Glaze, All-Purpose, Easy Mixing Produces a Quicker Hardener & Filler Blend (20058)
$10.75 ($3.91 / Ounce)Bondo Glass, Short Strand Reinforced Fiberglass Filler, Stage 2, 1.37 lbs. Filler with 0.5 oz Hardener
Bondo Body Filler, Original Formula for Fast, Easy Repair & Restoration of your Vehicle, 00261, Filler 14 oz and 0.5 oz Hardener, 1 Can, Salmon
Epoxy Resin
EPOXY Resin Crystal Clear 1 Gallon Kit | 1:1 Resin and Hardener for Super Gloss Coating | for Bars, Outdoor Table Top, Countertop, Art | Safe for Use on Wood, Metal, Stone, Plastic, Marine Sealer
Epoxy Resin Promise Table Top 2-Part- 1 Gallon High Gloss (0.5 Gal Resin + 0.5 Gal Hardener) Transform Your DIY Projects with Crystal Clear Finish - Ideal for Bar Tables, Tabletops, Countertops & More
Epoxy Resin Promise Table Top 2-Part- 2 Gallon High Gloss (1 Gal Resin + 1 Gal Hardener) Transform Your DIY Projects with Crystal Clear Finish - Ideal for Bar Tables, Tabletops, Countertops & More
MAS Table Top Pro (1-Gallon Kit) | Crystal Clear Casting for DIY Arts and Crafts Projects | 2-Part Resin and Hardener Epoxy Kit | for Countertops, Wood Tables, Tabletops, Bar Tops, and More
$73.09 ($0.57 / Fl Oz)Art ‘N Glow Epoxy Resin for Clear Casting and Coating - 16 Ounce Kit - Perfect for Molds, Crafts, Tumblers, Jewelry, Wood - Food Safe, Non Yellowing, Bubble Free, and Made in The USA
Environmental Technology EnviroTex Lite Pour-On High Gloss Finish [8 oz Kit] Crystal Clear Epoxy Coating for Tabletops / Countertops, Waterproof, Heat & Alcohol Resistant (4 oz Resin + 4 oz Hardener)
ArtResin - Epoxy Resin - Clear - Non-Toxic - 1 gal (0.5 gal Resin + 0.5 gal Hardener) (3.78L)
Alumilite Amazing Clear Cast Plus [8 oz A + 8 oz B (16 ounces) 2 Part Kit] UV Resistant Plastic Coating & Casting Epoxy Resin for Countertops, Cups, Tumblers & Crafts | High-Gloss Liquid Glass Finish
Epoxy Resin 16 oz Kit | 1:1 Crystal Clear Resin and Hardener for Super Gloss Coating | for Bars, Tabletop, Art, Jewelry, Casting Molds | Safe for Use on Wood, Metal, Stone, Plastic, Marine Sealer
Spray Paint
Rust-Oleum 7218830 Stops Rust Hammered Spray Paint, 12 Oz, Dark Bronze, 12 Ounce (Pack of 1)
$13.67 ($1.14 / Ounce)Rust-Oleum 7779830-6PK Stops Rust Spray Paint, 12 oz, Gloss Black, 6 Pack
Rust-Oleum 7992830 Stone Creations Spray, 12 oz, Gray Stone
Rust-Oleum 340647-6PK Specialty Metallic Spray, 11 oz, Gold, 6 Pack
Rust-Oleum 286564 Stops Rust Metallic Spray Paint, 11 oz, Rose Gold
Rust-Oleum 7590838 Professional High Performance Enamel Spray Paint, 15 Oz, Flat White
Rust-Oleum 245197 Universal All Surface Spray Paint, 12 oz, Satin Black
Rust-Oleum 334046 Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover Spray Paint, 12 oz, Gloss Sun Yellow
Rust-Oleum 261415 Universal All Surface Metallic Mist Spray Paint, 11 oz, Champagne Mist
$14.24 ($1.29 / Ounce)Propane Torch
WARNING – Be sure the epoxy resin you use is NON flammable before using a torch.
BLUE FLAME 9XTL - Multi Purpose Mapp & Propane Torch | Includes 3 - Nozzles/Tips | Built-In Ignition | Flow Regulator & Flame Lock
Bernzomatic TS4000 Trigger Start Torch 361524 (TS4000 Torch)
$44.92Bernzomatic Trigger Start Torch (TS 8000 Torch)
Hot Max Big Max 500,000 BTU Propane Torch Kit, Idle Boost/Fuel Saver Valve®, 350 PSI Rated, 10-Foot LP Gas Hose | PN: 500G-BNC
Bernzomatic Standard Propane Fuel Cylinder - Pack of 3 | 14.1 OZ. Propane Hand Torch Cylinder | Portable and Convenient Fuel Source | Durable Steel Construction | Compatible with Digital Fuel Gauge | High In-Air Flame Temperature of 3,600 Degrees Fahrenheit | Versatile Applications: Soldering, Brazing, Heating, and More
$38.99Red Dragon VT 2-23 C Weed Dragon 100,000-BTU Propane Vapor Torch Kit, Steel
BERNZOMATIC Worthington 336737 WT2301 Trigger Start Propane Torch (2301 Torch)
$19.92Updating Existing Counter Tops
It looks like a messy process, but the end result is well worth the effort.
Counter top techniques courtesy of Stone Coat Countertops