Lightly sand the counter with 150 grit sandpaper and wipe off any dust with a damp cloth.
Diy paint bathroom vanity top.
The glossier the final paint will be the smoother the primer needs to be.
How to paint a bathroom countertop 3 steps.
I my hubby started by taking off the cabinet doors and our faux drawer on top which is just a wood panel.
Foam rollers also create a more even coat of paint so use them for larger flat areas then paint over any detailing or edges with a brush.
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Paint 3 light coats of your favorite behr marquee color.
You want a flash bond primer.
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I have done this both ways when i did my master bath years ago i removed the faucet and drain.
You can use a brush or foam roller to paint or a combination of the two.
Tape fixtures with painters tape or remove faucet and drain.
Clean the countertop with warm soap and water and dry it with a soft cloth.
Painting a vanity top step 1.
Use a flash bond primer that will stick to the laminate and to the paint.
Apply a coat of paint to the vanity and let it dry overnight.
Scrub the sink and counter with comet and a sponge and rinse well.
Then scrub with lime away and an abrasive sponge.
Clean the countertop with warm soap and water and dry it with a soft cloth.
Then spray tsp cleaner trisodium phosphate over the countertop and wipe it off with a shop towel.
Painted bathroom sink and countertop makeover getting started remove your faucet and any old caulk from the counter.
Tsp cleaner removes grease and oils from the surface.
Start by filling a tray with paint then add more as needed.
Some paint comes with primer built in but you may still need a dedicated primer to deal with any surface problems on your vanity.
Prime the entire surface with 100 percent acrylic primer.
Prime the entire surface with 100 percent acrylic primer.
How to install a bathroom countertop.
After the backsplash and faucets are removed take a putty knife and go through the vanity top and scrape off any old sealant and buildup.
While flat finish paint hides surface imperfections glossy paint highlights and accentuates any issues.
The standard vanity base has been removed and replaced with classic tulip furniture legs to give the appearance of a stand alone piece of furniture to this diy vanity.
Lightly sand and clean surface.
Painting a vanity top step 2.
This time i tried the tape.
Okay here s the more detailed process of how to paint your bathroom vanity.