7 Surprisingly Affordable Countertop Makeover Projects You Can Do At Home

Your countertop experiences a lot on a daily basis, so it is natural for it to become dull over time. And even if it looks fine, you might want to update it for a change. When it comes to updating your countertops, it is difficult to find affordable options. But if you are working on a budget, you do not have to give up on redesigning your countertops.

Instead, you can try DIY ideas that are significantly more affordable than conventional approaches. In this article, we will highlight some affordable makeover projects for you.

DIY Concrete Countertop

Concrete countertops are quite trendy these days and give your kitchen a distinctive feel. These countertops look excellent in your kitchen, laundry room, or bathroom. The process may get you a bit dirty, but it will be worth it. You have to be very careful of the steps here as it can get a bit labor-intensive. The first step is to create your concrete mold and secure it properly. Afterward, you will need to pour the concrete mixture and let it cure overnight. Then you will need to top it off with liquid polishing slurry and allow it to cure overnight. Lastly, before installation, dry polish the concrete and let it cure.

Staining Your Wood Countertops

Butcher block countertops are premium; so is their price. How about creating your own wooden countertop? You can create stained wood countertops, and if you do proper maintenance, it will last you for many years to come. However, the process is a bit tricky, so if you are a novice in DIY projects, you may want to consider other options. This is because there is no scope of messing it up, but the end result will be beautiful if you are careful.

And you get to stain the wood in any color that you want. Make sure that your wood is properly cleaned and conditioned before you apply the wooden stain. Let the stain cure overnight, and then apply three coats of polyurethane over the board. Allow it to dry for 24 hours. Once you are done, you can install the board over the countertop.

Make Your Laminate Look Like Granite

If your laminate countertop has become old, then give it a new and luxurious look with this DIY idea. Likeany other countertop DIY project, ensure that your countertop is cleaned and smoothened out. And if there are large chips or gaps in your countertop, you can fill it up using epoxy putty. Make sure that you have everything handy before you begin the actual process. Whether it is the adhesive base coat or wetting agent, spread it in an even layer.

After that, you have to move quickly to spread the color chips heavily over the entire countertop. You have to do it while the surface is still wet. Continue to pour a thick layer of decorative chips and ensure that the base coat is not visible. Let the countertop cure for 24 hours, and then use a brush to remove all the loose decorative chips. Sand the countertop until you get a smooth surface and top it with a protective topcoat layer.

Upholstered Countertops

Give your old countertop a new look with upholstered countertops. This will give your space a very soft look. However, it is only good for areas where you do not use water. For this project, you will first need to install a plywood board to ensure that you get a smooth countertop. The next step is to spread your upholstery material; this is where you can be creative. You have several options you can choose from to match your décor. You can use the lattice trim to fill any gaps that still remain.

Faux Carrara Marble Countertops

Marble is a premium material, but it can be quite expensive. Take your time to clean and prepare counters prior to painting. Additionally, use water for the vein to make it look more natural. You can either dab or spray water and use a soft paintbrush to create a vein. The painting process is easier than you think.

Make It Look Like A Stone

Love soapstones and quartzite countertops but do not have a budget for it? Don’t worry; this DIY will make your countertop look like it is made from real, premium stone. The first step here is to take off the laminate coating of your countertop using a drywall knife. After this process, what you will be left with is textured wood. Suppose you want more texture, pat the surface with a hammer to get the desired look.

Once you are satisfied, go in with a layer of chalkboard paint and allow the first layer to dry out completely before you go in with the second layer. It is recommended that you put a minimum of two coats of paint and do it evenly. When both the layers have been dried properly, the next step is to seal the countertop. For that, you will need a wax or polycrylic topcoat, using the applicator and applying it across your countertop. However, if you are working on the countertop used more often, you should use polycrylic for heavy-duty sealing.

Make Your Own Granite Countertops

You do not necessarily have to hire a professional to install your granite countertops. With a DIY granite countertop kit, you can create the same. Make sure you properly clean your countertop and prime it. You will find three accents of color paints and sponge in the kit. Pour the three cans of color in separate trays and work a two-foot section. Work fast because you want them to blend to create a natural granite texture. A good thing about this DIY is that there is no wrong way or right way.  You can decide the depth of the color that you like.

The Bottom Line

There you have it, so many amazing DIY ideas to create your countertops on a budget. You can choose the one that you like the most. Additionally, you can also try various styles in different areas of your space like kitchen, bathroom, window counter, etc.