Painting counter Tops?

Question

Has anyone painted their kitchen counter tops? If so, how did they turn out? Does anyone have any ideas?
Thanks

Answer 1

hey notme...

the following is a "copy and paste" answer i gave to another person with a similar question just a couple of days ago...

if this is a kitchen counter top you're thinking of painting, please don't do it...while it is true there are several products that'll adhere to properly prepared plastic laminates (with varying degrees of success, btw) ...here are just a few caveats:

the paint system you choose must be impervious to a variety of cleaning solutions, solvents, alcohols etc. (including bleach & vinegar, abrasive scrubs, etc.)

the paint system (prime, intermediate and finish coat) must be able to withstand - and not soften when subjected to - incidental contact with boiling water, sauces, grease, hot coffee spills etc. (the 'not softening' part eliminates most conventional coatings)

the the paint film must also be able to withstand incidental contact with hot skillets, pans, casserole dishes etc. without blistering or softening...(again, most single component conventional coatings are eliminated)...

the paint film must also be able to survive the occasional use as a chopping block when cutting vegetables, fruits, cheese etc. without flaking or chipping into the food product...

finally - and very important - this paint film must not harbor - or provide a food source for - germs, bacteria, mold or mildew which can, and will, affect all food stuff that comes in contact with the paint film.

so, there are paint systems that'll accomodate all of these concerns, but truthfully - by the time you (a) prep the surface as it needs to be, (b) prime with a coating capable of adhering tightly to an impervious surface such as laminate and able to serve as an occasional cutting board without chipping or flaking, (c) finish with a product (or products) that will withstand solvent and abrasive cleaning - not support bacteria growth - and not structurally change when subjected to high heat or extreme temperatures...it'll actually be cheaper - and you'll be much happier if you just install new laminate...

i have been in the paint business for 35 years in application, product sales, training, management and product formulation... i currently serve the industry as an independent consultant and am considered an expert in the field...

i hope this info helps...good luck

ric

Answer 2

Painting Formica Counter Tops


Q. What kind of paint would you use to paint formica kitchen counter tops?

A. Some folks have had good luck when painting Formica counter tops. I recommend that you clean the surface that you desire to paint with a good cleaner/degreaser such as 409 cleaner. After cleaning then lightly sand with a fine grit sand paper like 320 grit, again wash the counter surface
with the cleaner/degreaser to remove any sanding dust and to insure that the surface is good and clean.

After the surface has been cleaned and is thoroughly dry, then you can coat the surface with a two part epoxy coating. I recommend that you stop in an visit your local paint center and discuss this project with them. I am certain that they have the products you need to complete the task.

Please be aware that coatings and solvents are chemicals and therefore you should always pay attention to proper handling procedures and be prepared to wear protective clothing, such as respirators, gloves, coveralls, etc. For further information on the health and safety requirements for the coatings and solvents you wish to use we strongly advised you to contact your local
coating supplier. If possible, go the extra step and look for this
information on the website of the product vendor.

Be sure that you have good ventilation when working in an enclosed area such as your kitchen.
http://www.paintcenter.org/rj/mar04g.cfm

I bought a product called Fresh Start. It is this super kind of primer that allows you to prepare pretty much any kind of surface for painting. You could then use a melamine paint. I bought that kind for painting a dresser and noticed that it can be used for kitchen counter tops. Hope that helps. Good luck.

http://www.bobvila.com/BBS/Painting_Counter_Tops__Possible-Paint_Paper_and_Plaster-1-T332.html

Answer 3

That grow to be an weird and wonderful undertaking for them to do. i'd think of that between spills and knife marks from cutting nutrition that could be a multitude by potential of now. Your first step is to word paint remover on the counter-suited. Open the domicile windows for clean air and use the type that soaks in and bubbles up. positioned it on a small section. bypass away it on till the paint looks blistered and then scrape with a plastic spatula. previously you bypass greater seem at what's below the paint. no count if it is plastic laminate which you would be waiting to stay with it is incredibly helpful to take all of it off the same way. no count if it is barely bare wood do the rest yet use a steel spatula to artwork swifter. whilst the paint is off and you prefer to repaint, scrub it as consistent with the guidelines on the paint-remover. Get wood primer and positioned on a coat of that so the end coat would be even. whilst this is dry get a solid high quality paint (like kitchen-grade the teeth) and supply it 2 coats. My wager for this perspective is in all risk $25 for factors plus a brilliant form of exertions in case you repaint. you have sufficient paint left over which you will touch up whilst it starts off to seem worn. in case you like the laminate you uncovered you keep approximately $20 of that by potential of not desiring the paint. Get a cutting board for cutting nutrition on and a trivet for warm pots and you would be able to get a brilliant form of years from the remodel you probably did.

Answer 4

Not A Good Idea

Answer 5

yes it works well if you prep them

give them a sanding with some sand paper, wash well
apply a arborite primer, then apply a countertop paint...yes they make it. put a sealer on after as it makes it last longer and makes cleaning it easier.

I sponge painted mine in a few different colors and it looks amazing..I have had it about 2 1/2 years and it still looks brand new

Answer 6

Buy new ones or relaminate ones you have if you think they look bad now imagine how they will look with the paint half scraped off. CHEEZY

Answer 7

not a good idea

Answer 8

WHAT? No.