My goodness folks, you have been some anxious cats over this
Giani granite paint for counter top project reveal!
Here is
part I
Not as anxious as we have been for the final result!
Lots of us have this drab builder grade cultured marble in our homes.
Although, I really love this small little guest bathroom, the only down fall was the counter tops.
We have some great tile work in here, and it really is pretty.
Mike and I had looked into granite some time ago, and geesh was that expensive! Even at a warehouse with some extra cuts, it still would have been a tleast a $400.00 job or more, because we would have had to replace the sink.
Just not a happening now in the budget.
Therefore, Giani came into the equation, and we thought, why Not try it.
Nervous, OH YES!~
I knew my color choice was spot on! No worries there.
I will tell you it is VERY IMPORTANT
not only to read all the instructions, but to also watch the DVD that they provide with your kit.
They were pretty spot on. We watched the DVD three times together, so that we would feel confident if one of us missed something, the other would pick it up.
For us, we worked well together on this project, and both added something very important to it.
I was the painter, Mike was the prepper, and sealed it three times.
The toughest part of the job was taping off just the right amount in the inner sink area to be sure it looked like it was a drop in bowl.
The paint did indeed bleed through a bit, and perhaps it was on our end of the prepping part. Kinda hard to tape around a sink bowl in the inside.
It was however, not difficult to correct and get that even edge around the inner sink area.
So you want to see it now ???
Gorgeous right?
My kit was chocolate brown.
We are very very happy with the end result!
So if you are wondering my recommendation! That would be a two thumbs up!
You can work this paint to your liking with the sponge. Because we like the Spanish, rustic type feel, that is what I feel we accomplished with the look.
If we/I can do it, anyone can!~
Take your time, read the instructions, and watch the DVD several times.
You know me, I am not one for instructions, but this I WAS!
So what do you think? you going to give it try?
If you do, PLEASE let me know so I can come see it, and cheer you on during the process.
**I was provided this product free of charge by Giani, to use and review.**
Opinions on review are however, my own, and my own words.
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104 Comments:
Oh it looks totally amazing. I love it. I have that same bathroom, I don't know why they all use the same thing. Just really a little tacky, but your new paint job looks amazing. Love it. Hugs, Marty
That is amazing Debbie! What a great option for granite lovers on a budget. You did great!
Shari
Now, that's just too cool. You both did a great job. It really does look like the real stuff. I'm thinking in my head now.....just where can I go with that stuff.
It turned out wonderful Debbie! Love the color you chose.
Wow, it looks just like real granite. Good job!
Wow- absolutely amazing. What a fab product!
My goodness, I cannot believe that, it looks great!! It looks like a difficult project. Anyway, you guys dis a great job and I cannot believe what a difference it made. I thought it looked great before, but you kicked it up a notch!
Wow that really came out great!
Looks really great!
Wow, that is very cool Debbie! It really does look like granite! Having to do a black basecoat is always scary, that's how the fake rust was that I put on my faux tile headboard...kinda freaks you out!
It really does look great though and in lean times like these doing things on a shoestring is an extra bonus:)
Oh that is AMAZING and the end result is FABULOUS!!! It looks like the REAL thing...
Yes, it is gorgeous! The team work paid off, you did a brilliant job.
Now, off to see if we stock this in England!
What a transformation! I need to look for this stuff, I am redoing a bathroom later this year, and yep it's that same counter/sink!
LUV IT!! You guys did an awesome job.
very cool product...the result is fantastic! We had a VERY similar vanity in our previous home. We found a granite top, with backsplash and sink for $200 at home depot. It was super easy to install, and I was so surprised at how cheap it was! No need for it now, with this treatment, but thought you may be interested anyhow =)
WOW Debbie that turned out GREAT! You two are quite a team working together and getting the results that you both achieved in this project!!!Love it!
Beautiful Debbie! What a difference on a budget too! Did they have lighter colors? I need to do this in my bathroom. Thanks!
Debbie
Your countertop looks fantastic, Debbie! Great job. Changes your whole bathroom and makes it so much warmer!
Wow! That really turned out fabulous!
What an amazing transformation! I love how much better it looks. I can't get over how much it makes the sink bowl look seperate from the counter. Glad that this was a successful project for you!
Looks great Debbie! You two did an awesome job. Love the color.
Barb
Oh my Goodness! It looks amazing. You both did a wonderful job.
I have been pondering on doing this in my kitchen. i seen it on a couple Blogs and the results were amazing. Thanks for sharing!
it looks terrific.. ya'll seriously did a great job. applause applause.
I'd never heard about this paint before you mentioned it. Looks like it works great. Your counter looks beautiful!
wow! that looks gorgeous! Thanks for directing me to their FB page! I think I can do it!!
L-O-V-E it!!!!!!! THat is awesome! I have the same bathroom and I don't have any idea why I thought "cultured marble" was supposed to be really nice! I may have to do this!!! Wow!!!!!
Holy Heck! That turned out so fabulously! I'll put it on my endless list to do.
Wow your counter top looks great. You did a great job of imitating granite, which is the most important part of this type of project. It looks great. I might try this on my bar but that is a while off.
Thanks for sharing
Traci
I love it!! What a dramatic transformation. I would definitely give it a try.
It looks great, Debbie! I have a double sink vanity that is hunter green cultured marble. I have been reading how to paint the whole thing including the sink. I will let you know when I complete it. It will be a few months away when we can open the windows to let the fumes out!
Very well done you two. I am not an instruction reading person either but can if I must.
It's beautiful - I love it! You did a great job!
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous and totally amazing. This is something I'd love to try. You guys really did a great job - it's beautiful. Peggy
Hi Debbie,
Holy smokes what a fantastic transformation!!!!!!
Dee
Oh Debbie it looks incredible! Totally like the real thing and you guys did an awesome job! :-)
Vanessa
What a wonderful budget-friendly solution. Looks awesome, Debbie!!
That is PERFECT!! And for the price it is so worth it! If I do it, and mess it up, at least I didn't spend 400 bucks!!
Awesome job!
xxD
Hmmmm. I have boring white Corian in my kitchen, but there is a lot of it, I'm scared to try it on there just in case. However, does it work on formica type counters too? I have two dated areas with some black marbly Formica that I wouldn't mind not looking at anymore! That stuff really transformed your bathroom, big bang for low bucks.
~Bliss~
www.BlissRanch.blogspot.com
Wow and wow! I can't believe it is just paint!! Great job you two!
wow, now thats amazing, I know you keepsaying you're not an artist but Debbie it takes skill the blend colors so beautifully, great job!
I had the same vanity and did that after doing my kitchen counter. I love Giani paint
Wow! Great job - Very Pretty!! You are braver than I am. :D
Wow, that's an amazing transformation. It turned out great!
Debbie, it looks so awesome! What a huge difference! We were quoted almost three thousand dollars to get granite installed in our master bathroom. You know I am going to have to give this a try! LOL
Was it difficult to do? I have to show my husband your pictures. It looks like it was done professionally. Thank you so much for sharing! Here comes another project!:)
WOW, it looks so beautiful. I love it. I would love to do my kitchen counter tops! May have to investigate. Just beautiful, Deb. Great job.
OK....I'm going right now to check out their site! Thanks so much for sharing...this does look like an awesome product, and an affordable alternative to the much sought after granite:) Blessings~~Shine
You totally solved my dilemma!!! I have no qualms about painting a countertop since I did it in my kitchen and it turned out GREAT, but my countertop in my bathroom is exactly like yours, color and I think, and I was reeeeally not thinking painting a the inside of the sink would be a good idea!!!! Okay, gotta try it now!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! I feel like I totally owe ya. (Don't expect mine to look as amazing, however!)
Wow, Debbie! It looks fabulous! Good job! Hope you are having a great week!...hugs...Debbie
Fabulous Debbie!! You did a spot on amazing job. If I didn't know, I would totally think it was granite. Great work!
Heather
Remarkable! You & your hubby did a fantastic job! You inspire me!
Smiles,
Carol
wow, Debbie, this looks fabulous, you guys did a great job. I wouldn't have known it wasn't real granite!!
Oh my goodness, that looks gorgeous!!! I am definitely going to give it a try. WOW!!!
Im shocked at how great it looks! I was wondering if you could do the inside of the sink? Is it sturdy enough to use it inside the sink?
Thanks Debbie!
Susan
Very impressive, Debbie! You have so many skills!!! :D
I absolutely love what you have done! It's gorgeous!
Can't wait to read more!
-Anna
shinelikeglitter.blogspot.com
This is amazing looking! I cannot beleive it is not the real thing!GOOD JOB!
This is so beautiful! WOW! How durable do you think it will be? I want to see it again in a couple months. I really want to try this!
You all did a fabulous job. Looks gorgeous, Debbie.
Fabulous job Debbie! I had a friend that did her counter and it looked great (her sink had a rim)...the lack of a "line" has kept me from jumping on this project but you probably just inspired me to start yet another project!
Wow...looks fabulous!!!
It's looks really good Debbie, Now you have to let us know how well it holds up... Enjoy your new bathroom
Pattie
Debbie,
You and the hubs did an outstanding job....looks stunning!!! I have thought about trying this...maybe one day.
Blessings,
Linda
Wow, So Beautiful!
Jodie
Crazy awesome, Debbie! We still have our 1970s formica counter in our kitchen, and this may be my inspiration! Thanks girl!
xo, Andrea
Debbie--y'all did a great job! Teamwork all the way!
I love my countertops, but I'd be worried to do it in my bathroom because of the constant water.
Your sink looks great!
gail
This is absolutely beautiful Debbie!! You did a great job. Was there much of an odor? With Leland's lung problem I have to be careful what I use.
Great Job! You said the magic words....follow the directions, I guess that project wouldn't be for me. I love the effect, it is amazing how good it looks. Congratulations. Kathy
Wow, that looks good!!
It looks amazing! I love it!!! Y'all did a great job!
Debbie
It looks amazing! I love it!!! Y'all did a great job!
Debbie
Debbie, your counter top looks amazing -just gives it an extra pop of color:-)
I love it!
I love it!
Unbelievable. Truly. I agree that the taping off part looks like the hardest. You did a great job though. It's that attention to detail that makes it look professional. Great job girl! (and Mike too.)
Wow! Debbie, you did a GREAT job on this- well, you and the hubs, that is! It doesn't even look like the same sink at all! xo Diana
I can't believe how fabulous that looks! You buys did a wonderful job on your bathroom countertop. Thanks for sharing.
This looks amazing! I have never heard of this! I can't believe it's not granite. It looks fabulous!
Wow that looks great! Something to keep in mind for the future.
Awesome job! Hope I win:)
Awesome job! Hope I win:)
Awesome job! Hope I win:)
Awesome job! Hope I win:)
Love this, thanks for sharing! I checked out the pricing and it's affordable....
Wonderful job, Debbie!
CAS
I am so amazed! Loved the close up shots. It really does look fantastic and so much like the real deal. You both did such a great job! :)
Wow!! If you hadn't said anything I would have thought you got granite. That's impressive.
Hi Debbie, Wow! It looks awesome!! It really does look like the real thing...Kristen
Amazing transformation! Looks just like granite.
Nobody would ever guess it wasn't the real thing. Great job guys!
xoxo,
Kim
I just started my kit today. The primer is drying as we speak. I was looking for tutorials and came across your blog. You guys did a great job, thanks for the inspiration!
Well, you've already heard it a million times now, but it is gorgeous!!! One question: I know you sponge on the layers- does that give it a textured feel or does it level out with the top coats and feel smooth?
Wow the change is like night and day. You did a great job, so elegant and rich looking. Enjoy!!!
Have a great day.
Always, Queenie
Oh, my goodness! I love this and what a great job you did! I've seen this kit and would be a little afraid to do it but you made your countertop look great! :)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Great results!
Thanks for sharing with all of us :)
Visiting from My Romantic Home's linky party.
Smiles from Suzanne in NW Illinois
It looks awesome. You and Mike did a great job on it.
OH Debbie! You two did a wonderful job with this project...it looks amazing!
Oh, I so want to try this! Your bathroom looks amazing - the best I've seen even in Giani's gallery!
Wow, that is so stunning! What a huge different that made to the room! We are doing a kitchen remodel, and we may have to look into this more. Would love to hear how well it holds up over time.
That is amazing. Can you put it on a wall as a blacksplash?
This is gorgeous! You did a really great job!
Wonderful look and really does look like expensive granite! Thanks for sharing this one!
Miss Bloomers
What an amazing transformation! Nice work! :) I recently used laminate countertop paint on a couple rentals my husband and I own with hideous countertops and it's incredible the difference it makes.
Check out my makeover here: http://www.migonishome.com/2012/01/makeover-monday-navy-dresser.html
WOW, Debbie it looks absolutely amazing!! You and your husband did such a great job!!! Love it!
So I already left a comment saying how this was the PERFECT solution for not having to paint my sink but just the countertops... THANKS - I didn't win your contest so I just went with rustoleum's countertop paint since I had leftovers from my kitchen. But here's how mine turned out: http://kammyskorner.blogspot.com/2012/01/master-vanity-before-and-after-for-33.html
Thanks again, Debbie! Probably wouldn't have done it if I hadn't seen how you made yours look like a dropped sink!
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