I turned my bathroom’s ugly granite counter top into ‘marble’ using paint – it was so much cheaper than the real thing
A CRAFTY homeowner wasn’t a fan of the dark granite countertop in her bathroom.
Wanting to save money but hoping for something a bit more modern, she turned to paint to give it a refresh.
DIY pro and home interiors aficionado Selene (@selenebuildsthings) often shares her artistic projects on TikTok.
In one video, she revealed the simple way to transform a drab, dark bathroom into something a little lighter.
And the best part? She did it without breaking the bank.
“I was determined to turn this granite into marble in the most budget-friendly way!” she wrote in the caption.
Rather than rip out the coffee-colored top and replace it with pricey while marble, she used paint.
With a roller and brushes, she covered the surface in a thick layer of white paint so that no darkness peaked through.
Once that was dry, she took on the challenge of making it look like marble.
Using a skinny brush, she dipped it in grey paint and began to draw squiggly lines across the whole top.
She then sprayed the lines with water and smudged them with a bigger, more compact brush so that they looked blended and natural.
Although time-consuming, Selene appeared relaxed as she listened to classical music.
To ensure the paint wouldn’t peel off with water or wear and tear, she noted that she topped it with a layer of epoxy.
Viewers applauded her artistic skill.
“This is amazing! I love marble it’s just so expensive,” one agreed.
“I think it looks beautiful. It has a fresh vibe,” added another.
And a third reassured the doubters that it was a good idea: “My mother is a painter and did this for a client. It’s still in good condition so yes, it says.”