Add a concrete sheen to any countertop with our easy tutorial.
Learn how to create a finish that rivals the weight (and the price tag) of real concrete.
But oftentimes they have to be custom built for the homemeaning costs can climb quickly.
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Luckily, there’s an easy DIY solutiona faux-concrete finish.
Here’s how to pull off DIY concrete countertops.
KIM CORNELISON
What You Need
Before You Begin: Prep and Prime
Assemble your materials.
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Protect the work surface and surrounding areas with plastic drop cloths.
Prime the MDF countertop and let it dry.
Coat the top and all sides, spreading smoothly.
Use a plastic scraper to knock off the texture and further smooth the surface.
Let it dry 20 minutes, then smooth the edges with a damp finger.
Let it continue to dry.
Step 3: Sand the Surface
Sand the surface using 60-grit sandpaper.
Wipe with a damp cloth or clean with a wet/dry vac.
Step 4: Repeat
Repeat Steps 2 and 3 four times.
On the 4th sanding, use 220-grit sandpaper.
