Epoxy Over Tile Countertop

Some floor tiles have a glossy finish from the glazing process which can make them tricky to bond to.

Epoxy over tile countertop.

Check that the base coat is an even thickness throughout the top. With the roller sleeve still saturated roll the front edge of the counter then lightly push the thin line of epoxy over the edge. Receive our latest product updates and promotions. So you can t really go out and buy pre made epoxy countertops or slabs like granite quartz marble or laminate countertops.

Pro tips tricks newsletter. You can look to micro etch with acid based etchers but in my experience this kind of preparation can be hit and miss. When no longer tacky you are ready to apply your flood pour of epoxy. Ft it usually takes less than a quart of epoxy to apply as you re just ensuring it s thinly coated to seal in the substrate.

Epoxy is primarily used as a refinishing product. Once the skim coat is applied let it cure for at least 6 hours minimum. Pour a thin line of leftover epoxy along the edges of the counter. If the tiles are glazed the gloss will need to be removed by grinding to allow the epoxy to grab hold.

For an average countertop 40 50 sq. If you are doing a wood slab you will need to seal with a thin layers of stone coat countertop epoxy before the flood coating. When going over the top of a tiled floor the main concern is adhesion with epoxy onto the tile and tile onto concrete. Countertop epoxy offers an innovative refinishing system for people looking to improve their homes for a lifetime finish.

Stone coat countertop 2 gallon kit will cover 40 square feet of surface for both the color flood coat and clear flood coat about 3oz of stone coat countertop epoxy per square foot per coat. We have experienced professionals who are happy to help you with your projects.