The Way to Refinish a Resin Countertop

Refinishing a classic resin counter will bring new life to the surface. Resin countertops are produced from a substance commonly referred to as a stabilizer and epoxy. The stabilizer could be marble dust or difficult mixes. Resin is influenced by UV rays or sunlight. A protective coating is usually placed to protect it. With time and normal wear and tear, the coating dyes and the resin is ruined.

Cover and wall regions with sheets or tarps. Using masking tape to attach plastic to the walls round and on the faces of the countertops. Remove other or furniture items.

Sand the resin counter. Use an orbital sander using 60-grit sandpaper to remove the top coat and smooth out any dings, scratches or scars in the surface. Vacuum the debris and dust using a vacuum off. Repeat the process utilizing 120-grit paper to smooth and the surface. Vacuum off all the debris and dust. Wipe down the counter using a clean cotton rag.

Prepare the resin in a paint pan. Carefully read all the instructions and signs on the resin.

Apply a coating of the resin to the coated surface by means of a paint roller. The resin is rolled on by smoothly tops. Overlap each pass of the roller until the counter is covered. Permit the resin to dry for at least 24 hours according to the manufacturer’s recommended drying time.

Sand the resin softly. This will smooth any roller lines left during the resin program away. Vacuum any dust or debris off and wash clean with a cotton rag.

Apply a coating of polyurethane. Smooth on the coating and allow to dry to some barely feel. Apply a second coating and allow to dry for 24 hours before using.

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