It would seem best to use this product before adding glass tile backsplash as I can get the colors to "go under the glass". I would then wait quite awhile before doing the backsplash, which will have tiny, tiny grout lines. Also, the side edges of my formica is almost 3" wide. This seems a bit much for "granite edges". Paint them to match the cabinets? Go ahead with the wide granite edges? Comments from those who have encountered these situations, please. Thanks for your help - look forward to your responses. It would seem best to use this product before adding glass tile backsplash as I can get the colors to "go under the glass". I would then wait quite awhile before doing the backsplash,... » Read More It would seem best to use this product before adding glass tile backsplash as I can get the colors to "go under the glass". I would then wait quite awhile before doing the backsplash, which will have tiny, tiny grout lines. Also, the side edges of my formica is almost 3" wide. This seems a bit much for "granite edges". Paint them to match the cabinets? Go ahead with the wide granite edges? Comments from those who have encountered these situations, please. Thanks for your help - look forward to your responses. « Show Less
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Cant give much insight on backsplash under glass tiles, but as far as the edges go, I would do the granite paint on the edges. I think it would look better than painting the color of the cabinets. The biggest problem we had was that our laminate was not only on the counter surface but also went up the back and one side about 5 inches. It was kind of difficult to get the granite paint to look right where the back/side and top met, and in the corner. I would recommend taping some plastic or brown paper on a good-sized portion of the counter where it meets the back, and doing the back first. After the back dries, I would then cover the back with plastic or the brown paper and paint the counter top. Cant give much insight on backsplash under glass tiles, but as far as the edges go, I would do the granite paint on the edges. I think it would look better than painting the color of the cabinets. The biggest problem we had was that our laminate was not only on the counter surface but also went up the back and one side about 5 inches. It was kind of difficult to get the granite paint to look right where the back/side and top met, and in the corner. I would recommend taping some plastic or brown paper on a good-sized portion of the counter where it meets the back, and doing the back first.... » Read More Cant give much insight on backsplash under glass tiles, but as far as the edges go, I would do the granite paint on the edges. I think it would look better than painting the color of the cabinets. The biggest problem we had was that our laminate was not only on the counter surface but also went up the back and one side about 5 inches. It was kind of difficult to get the granite paint to look right where the back/side and top met, and in the corner. I would recommend taping some plastic or brown paper on a good-sized portion of the counter where it meets the back, and doing the back first. After the back dries, I would then cover the back with plastic or the brown paper and paint the counter top. « Show Less
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I agree that the sensible thing to do is to apply the Giani prior to adding the back splash material. This will eliminate the tedious job of masking off the wall or backsplash and will also enable you to get a better granite effect along the back wall. With respect to the 3" wide self edge, it does seem a bit thick for granite, but that is for you to decide. As a suggestion, you could try the Giani on a 3" wide sample piece of wood or cardboard and hold it in place to see how it looks. Our Giani painted counter top has been in service for about 9 months now and we are extremely pleased with its durability and looks. Remember to not place hot objects on the surface. Good luck. I agree that the sensible thing to do is to apply the Giani prior to adding the back splash material. This will eliminate the tedious job of masking off the wall or backsplash and will also enable you to get a better granite effect along the back wall. With respect to the 3" wide self edge, it does seem a bit thick for granite, but that is for you to decide. As a suggestion, you could try the Giani on a 3" wide sample piece of wood or cardboard and hold it in place to see how it looks. Our Giani painted counter top has been in service for about 9 months now and we are extremely... » Read More I agree that the sensible thing to do is to apply the Giani prior to adding the back splash material. This will eliminate the tedious job of masking off the wall or backsplash and will also enable you to get a better granite effect along the back wall. With respect to the 3" wide self edge, it does seem a bit thick for granite, but that is for you to decide. As a suggestion, you could try the Giani on a 3" wide sample piece of wood or cardboard and hold it in place to see how it looks. Our Giani painted counter top has been in service for about 9 months now and we are extremely pleased with its durability and looks. Remember to not place hot objects on the surface. Good luck. « Show Less
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It is a beautiful vanity, but no backsplash available that we could find. We checked and are now in the process of bringing various samples home to try and match. No luck yet finding the right white. I would describe the top as white glasslike marble, but I am not an eert about actual composition.
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Regarding bizzy26's situation, did you follow the directions strictly and to the letter? Letting each coat dry as instructed is really important. I haven't seen any problems. I did three bathroom cabinets and kitchen cabinets, as well as a desk, and they all look beautiful still.
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We were remodeling our SMALL bathroom. We had a corner vanity with a regular sink/faucet mounted in a formica counter top that measured 42widex23 deep. We got new granite counter tops that had white/black/blue colors, with blue walls --- it looks sharp. We followed the diagram that was provided (mounting the faucet 1-1/4 inches from the sink) - water hits just behind the drain with minimal splashing. HINT" MAKE SURE TO USE ENOUGH MOUNTING PADS ON THE SINK - SINCE THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK IS NOT PEERFECTLY FLAT!"
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These are formica/laminate finished cabinets and I left mine the way they came. But I think you can search how to paint Formica finishes. I found this link that might be able to help:
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I have used it on lighter granite with great success (also used with a sponge). Given how granite tends to vary a good bit, I took some and worked it into the underside of the countertop that is not visible first to make sure it did not impact the color/finish, and I think this is probably a good assurance check before using on the visible portion of the countertop.
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He just means that unless you use a heat source (i.e. a hair dryer) you won't get the sharp edge of your counter. However, if you look at real granite, the edges aren't pointy, even on squared edges. I think it looks great either way. I use a hair dryer in order to get my excess to stick tight before trimming it up.
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I had the same idea, try to avoid pulling up tile. I put it between 16" joists, thru 3/4" ply, thru 1/4" cement board, thru tile. It really is not meant to be used this way. It got a hot spot and opened after a few months. I sandwiched it in sheet aluminum for safety, which worked OK. The heat was not even and took a long time to heat up. Not anything like putting it between tile and backer which works great.
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I don't really understand the question. I mixed this with another mosaic tile that was the same size so that I could have a metal accent.
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I used the gel stain to re-do the cabinet through out my home. I also used the water based poly as my top coat. It's not very thick. I had to use a few coats to get a good finish. I probably could have used a few more. There was no problem with the product. Just make sure you java gel is good and dry before you apply the poly acrylic
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When people look at mine they can't obviously tell. However I tell them. If your counters were like mine when i bought the house ( laminate with gauges all screeched up) we replace it with instant granite. I thought this would be a temperary addition till I could afford real granite. Now I see this would be a big expensive error. Wonder if a buyer doesn't like the style or color of real granite? They still have to pay for it cause you had to add to house cost. It's even easer to change a pattern and color if wanted a quick temporary or permeant fix. one couple we experienced, was a couple that had real granite and the one of them said they hated the granite they put in and would have been better off, to put this on and change the style/color and how stupid they felt that it cost thousands instead of 100's of dollars and could change it many times and still not reach the cost of the what they put in.Good Luck with decision.
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Great product,would apply with contact cement . I had refinished cabinets and the time and work was worth it.YouTube has some good video of the process. Good luck.
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The kit comes as white WITHOUT any tint. You can take it to Home Depot or any other store that sells Rustoleum products and they will add the tint for you for FREE. If they tell you, as did to me, that they have the formula only for a quart of color, just tell them to add 4 quarts which is the same as 1 gallon. That's how I got done ours for RUSTIC appearance which goes beautifully with our multi-color wild granite and Brazillian Cherry (IPE) hardwood floors. Just as a suggestion, if you're doing your cabinets in dark color, make sure that it goes with your counters, walls and your floor as well. Not necessarily match them, they can contrast each other but not too stark. Just pleasant and appealing to the eyes. All the best.
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itll take a weekend.... after the countertop has been prepped and most of that time will be waiting for the basecoat/ clearcoat to cure. itll be soft for a week but gently useable. its very messy sprinkling the granite looking flakes but covering the floor and a little vaccuuming will take care of it how fast it gets hard depends on temp and humidity. in a hurry? crank the heat for a few days
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If you are really diligent about applying the coats evenly, you could probably do two coats. I did a window seat and I could have stopped after two coats but needed one more coat for it to be dark enough to match the floors. I don't think you could get an even finish with one coat. Maybe test the inside of a cabinet door first to see if you like it. This color is really beautiful once you get it on.
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It does not come with a backsplash. I called the company and they don't have one available for this vanity either. We used high gloss white subway tiles with white caulking and it looks good. Not my first choice but it did turn out nice.
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Matthew, just paint your cabinets. I wish I had. You may have to sand, or use a chemical stripper to prep the surface first; the kit comes with a chemical deglazer that you use first, but it was a pain. Beyond that I can't see any difference in what's in the kit and what you can buy on the shelf of a Home Depot, although it comes with a can of this stuff you use to pre-age them for a specific look. The final step is a glaze that is AWFUL and hard to work with, esp if you are painting your cabinets white. I wish I had just bought a hand sander and semi gloss paint -- which I ended up doing anyway, but I could have saved a lot of time and money. Matthew, just paint your cabinets. I wish I had. You may have to sand, or use a chemical stripper to prep the surface first; the kit comes with a chemical deglazer that you use first, but it was a pain. Beyond that I can't see any difference in what's in the kit and what you can buy on the shelf of a Home Depot, although it comes with a can of this stuff you use to pre-age them for a specific look. The final step is a glaze that is AWFUL and hard to work with, esp if you are painting your cabinets white. I wish I had just bought a hand sander and semi gloss paint -- which I ended up doing... » Read More Matthew, just paint your cabinets. I wish I had. You may have to sand, or use a chemical stripper to prep the surface first; the kit comes with a chemical deglazer that you use first, but it was a pain. Beyond that I can't see any difference in what's in the kit and what you can buy on the shelf of a Home Depot, although it comes with a can of this stuff you use to pre-age them for a specific look. The final step is a glaze that is AWFUL and hard to work with, esp if you are painting your cabinets white. I wish I had just bought a hand sander and semi gloss paint -- which I ended up doing anyway, but I could have saved a lot of time and money. « Show Less