Creating Faux Marble With Paint! | Amy Howard At Home

How To Friday: Creating Carrara Marble with One Step Paint! This is the perfect finish for countertops, furniture, and walls.
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[@angelabennett5367]

Here in 2024. Thank you so very much for this detailed, step by step process explaining the key parts of a faux marble finish and what tools and techniques to use. Your explanation makes so much more sense than the other videos I have seen. ❤🌹

[@amyhowardathome]

Hey there! Thank you for watching!

[@claudiabudavich3436]

So sorry for the loss of your mom 😢she is in heaven with Jesus and watching over you love you and praying 🙏🏻 for you ❤️

[@danielle3735]

Newbie here! I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord continue to strengthen you day by day. New sub! Blessings to you- glad I was directed here.

[@amyhowardathome]

I appreciate you! Thank you!

[@joygross]

My first time here! So excited! I’m so sorry about your momma. I lost mine almost 12 years ago and it was a shock to all of us. It is very hard to lose a parent. Be kind to yourself.. don’t let anyone tell you how to grieve. Everyone grieves differently and you take as long as you need. ❤️🙏🏼

[@8500998]

I just want to say thank you for posting and sharing this. I’m a muralist, but all my sample attempts were second rate. I tried your sure fire method, and did 3 great columns for an exterior Victorian job in San Francisco. Now I’m going my kitchen wall. Anyway, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with the world.

[@Dawns_Creative_Carousel]

Omg!!! This is amazing!!! How awesome a KZbin tutorial would impact your career in such a positive way! Her technique is BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@Overly_nourished_entity]

This came out beautiful! This is one of the few realistic results I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@ibaber]

yeah I agree with you. Other videos just show how to make the veins and do not speak about layering colors like this

[@ST-jw1uq]

This was soo helpful. I am going to do this on my bathroom floor. Your video really explained it so well. I can’t wait to get started.

[@amyhowardathome]

I'm glad to hear that!

[@your.beautiful.mind.now.]

I just stumbled on to this channel looking to diy decorate my new home, and by the end of this all I want to do is send you virtual hugs and prayers! Losing the Matriarch is NEVER easy, but she lives in you and she will continue her life through you as long as you never give up. I cannot imagine losing my mother. Bless your heart that you have found the strength to meet us here to continue teaching us how to create these beautiful works of art. Thank you for sharing your gift. My sincere prayers to you and your family during such a hard time, no matter how long or how short it's been since you've made this video. ❤ God bless you and be with you!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so very much

[@reginaanderson9379]

I’m so excited to come across this tutorial! I’m moving into a new house next week and can not wait to try this!!❤️ I’m so very sorry for your loss. Our parents are jewels and we miss them dearly. However, remember the true legacy to our parents is the adults they have created with us. Stay brave, pass on the kindness, my friend ❤️

[@juliephelpsfulcher4942]

Love, Love, Love!!! I’m totally going to do this. Thanks for the detailed instructions.

[@leslietinyhousebuilderwann3851]

Thank you! I just came across this video. I hope the pain of losing your mom has lessened. I don’t believe that the pain will ever go away. It makes me cry just thinking of losing my mom. She is 81 and her mind is diminishing. Thanks again and God Bless!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@betty-lousimpson457]

This is beautiful! Thank you for teaching us.

[@Donna-vh5ym]

God bless your heart...I lost my 20 year old son. He was murdered while changing a flat tire. For me the grief NEVER really ends. I'm happy you brought this beautiful process to us all. This keeps my mind off things. Thank you again. A huge dose of love and a huge hug coming your way...❤❤❤ Edit: I can't wait to do this. And yes, your mom IS proud of you.

[@theseventh5204]

I LOVED THIS! Yes, I'm with you! Can't wait to try it out and watch more of your videos. Sending artist love from England🖤

[@rebeccacantrell289]

We love you Amy. I'll show my marble project soon.

[@rhondajones4007]

Awe…. So sorry about your mom, so heartbreaking 💔 I pray you can find some kind of peace. Love your DIY.😊

[@amandajones6481]

Dear Amy, thank you so much for making this great video tutorial. I'm making a Book Nook at the moment. It's going to be an old Victorian style miniature library when it's finished and I decided to give it a miniature marble tiled floor, even though I had no idea how to create a faux marble finish 😅. I've looked everywhere on the internet for a good tutorial and I finally found yours, thank goodness. Lots of love from Amanda Jones in Melbourne, Australia P.S Your mother would be very proud of you. My mum died of Alzheimer's disease in 2017 and I still miss her everyday. You have my deepest sympathy. ❤

[@deirdremoniquemellaninncom8729]

Beautifully done! You go girl!!! Skillzzz 🙌🏽

[@orionnapurchase8686]

YOU GO MRS.AMY !!! I will be doing this starting tmwr in steps

[@ameerakhan5003]

Wow! This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your talent. ❤️

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@kimbarnes2396]

Bless your heart! My condolences and prayers for you and your family. Thank you for caring and sharing your gifts. God bless you!

[@darmuehlhausen1214]

Wow! You are so talented! Very sorry for your loss.Thanks for sharing your Mom’s adventure, sounds like something I would and have done.😉

[@chevydude658]

This video came at a perfect time for me. I was caregiver for both parents. My mom was last to pass almost three years ago and I have been really grieving these last few weeks. Really for the first time because I've been so busy. I came because I am really interested in faux and custom finishes. When you started talking about your mom passing it was like God reminding me he knows where I am and what I'm going through. My father was a Church of God pastor. And when you mentioned TN it was another nudge. I am so grateful. I laughed and cried. You showed me that you're a real person thats passionate about what you do and it really encouraged me. God bless you. I'm heading to Ace Hardware tomorrow for my products. I am really excited. I felt the shell crack tonight and I feel like I can make it. Thanks for being so sweet and vulnerable. It really made the difference for me. I will be praying for your Pops.

[@marciagary1]

Amy I am new to your blog and I have gotten so touched by your words and I do have to say that I am so sorry for your loss. Time will help mourning and healing. I have lost my husband, mom, and dad 11 years ago and in the same year...all my strength and life were gone at that time. With my loss, I have found that life can be beautiful again because of the memories we can embrace from the loved ones that are not with us physically but in our hearts! I wish from the bottom of my heart that the love and memories of your beloved mom will fullfill your sadness and help you to go on. I am using the art to brighten my days and learning techniques with you! ---@

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much

[@shellyreinstein7096]

Sending love, healing, and creative inspiration from Oregon. Thank you for being real.💗💗💗

[@nancyphillips6446]

Blessings on you and your dad during this time. I am going to be recreating this technique in our master on the tray ceiling. So thank you for sharing the details of your process.

[@necoragha65]

Summary: 7:31 foam roll two coats of white 12:26 hit drag diagonally in one direction with natural sea wool sponge light grey scumble (1 part glazing liquid + 1 part light grey + 1 part water), you do not want to see the tool or the size of the tool 13:32 soften into negative space with lintfree rag 16:40 dab with sea sponge dark grey scumble (1 part glazing liquid + 1 part dark grey + 1 part water), leaving open spaces 17:40 blend the edges with rag 21:14 sponge brush white scumble (1 part white + 1 part glaze + 1 part water) 22:28 dab randomly (not from left to right) with lintfree rag to create organic stone look 26:59 draw veins with dark scumble (3 part water + 1 part glaze + 1 part dark paint) with turkey feather. Laying down and lifting up feather, no snake action 30:28 dab veins with chipping brush to make them less pronounced 31:15 when dry, sponge brush white scumble and dab with rag

[@WalkNancy]

Your method is so realistic. I can't wait to try it. Thank you!

[@revibedtreasures]

I am so happy to stumble upon your video. How ironic that I lost my mother one week ago today. The pain is still raw and I was touched by your words. I guess it was meant to be. Well- you have a new follower. I love your instruction. 💛TY

[@amyhowardathome]

Sending you love.

[@gabytica6254]

Wow this is amazing and very beautiful. You inspired me to my next project 🙌🏼👏🏻🙋🏻‍♀️ thank you!

[@lolainma3218]

I love this so much as I’m scared to try it:)). I’m sorry to hear of your precious, wonderful Mom.

[@louiselyon3849]

Thanks so much Amy for this wonderful tutorial - you're a very talented artist. Sending love on the loss of your beloved Mom xx

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@leaharaee]

Thank you for this video!! Finally found this after so many videos of very fake looking marble. Your amazing at what you do!!!

[@amyhowardathome]

That's fantastic to hear!

[@evertstuiver2805]

Amy thanks for your wisdom and talent your mum will be Very Very proud👍👍👍💋greetings an love from Holland take care you can do it 👊

[@marypapazoglou9481]

Looks Amazing! Like real marble! Wow!!!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much 😀

[@lannabelle]

Just tried this technique on my kitchen counters. 10/10 would recommend. I used a few colors of inexpensive acrylic paint (79cents per bottle) and mod podge instead of glazing medium. The ratios remained the same, and the white wash step really does add dimension. I ended up doing 2 more white washes at the end because I wanted a very white counter, and then a layer of iridescent pain and some mica flakes on top. Now to spend the next week applying layers of sealer to make it extra glossy! lol

[@amyhowardathome]

Fantastic, Annabelle! We're so glad you enjoyed the technique.

[@getreadytogetrich]

Hey Iannabelle, I like the idea of using mod podge. How did that turn out? Also what did you use as your sealer? Thanks!

[@kristisobczak482]

Did you happen to do a video on how you did yours? I have watched many faux marble video's and this technique is hands down the Best!!

[@Fefe559]

I have completed painting and veins looks great, but now what? I am not sure about epoxy... ? how do I seal ? non yellowig? little bit of shine to make it look like real stone what do you recommend to seal it and non yellowing protective layer?

[@laurallanes1900]

Wow best class ever in how to do this I'll try it with my children over the weekend on some small projects. And this lady vibe is amazing ❤

[@terridupwe-hn6vt]

So beautiful!!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you!!

[@hamidmohammadi1871]

10 out 10 looking marvellous lovely work.

[@elainesipes4956]

Elaine from Florida Hi! So glad I found you! I'm painting my kitchen cabinets and wanted to do marble countertops. Your's is the very best video I've seen! Perfect timing. Life will be different without Mom but just talk to her when you need to. It does get better!

[@anulayjohnsonakagamingran9479]

From London UK loving this, I'm doing my kitchen walls in this finish thankyou , xx

[@iliveintimbuktoo]

Wow, just stumbled across your video looking for faux marble diy and you’re a sweety with a beautiful heart. I’m so uplifted by your intro. Thank you 💖💖💖

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@toneil8470]

Prayers and Blessings for you and your family. God Bless you all.

[@ruthie434]

I just found this video and am very excited to try this technique. Who knew all these had a bunch of cool names? Scumble???? Love it! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Condolences on your loss, I know how hard it is to lose someone who means so much. It changes a person, this thing called grief. Love and hugs to you. They say time heals all wounds, but I feel it does not. Life becomes different, we may get closure, but the scar is always there.❤

[@tppgcltd5826]

Such a beautiful lady inside and out. Great work and thanks for showing it in such a simple manner. After years of construction work in various trades and surface treatments ( paint, texture, wallpaper, etc. ) my preferred areas are carpentry and faux finishes and this work can marry the two. You make it look easier than it actually is; without an artistic inclination to know when and how to connect the components one will always struggle to make it look natural. It definitely is not a paint by numbers task. I'll subscribe and search for more of your videos

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@kathycarroll4383]

That’s amazing. Best video I’ve watched!!

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@amymoore0316]

Thank you so much for teaching your technique!! You are a wonderful teacher because I feel like I can actually do this and do it well. I'm so excited to get started!!

[@amyhowardathome]

You can do it!

[@FuzzyWuzzyBear89]

Such a great tutorial! Thank you !!!

[@kelligambo2190]

Thank you for this!!! I just did my counter tops and they look beautiful!!! Awesome tutorial

[@amyhowardathome]

You are so welcome!

[@peteyc1705]

I’m going to do the same. What products did u use?

[@lauracrismond7904]

My mother past away January 2019 it is now January 2022 and I still miss her. I loved her dearly and even though she was 86 I still was not ready for her death and I don’t think anyone is ever ready. My heart goes out to you and I know the pain your in. You never stop missing your mom you just learn to cope with the hurt .I am living in her house and I am redecorating her kitchen. I was always the on to replaced appliances when they worn out coming to the rescue when water was all over the floor from the washing machine breaking down. I am now fixing the kitchen and you have given me some great ideas. I am going to practice this . Thank you Laura Crismond, Front Royal, VA

[@dmcallaghan2333]

Sorry for your loss, sending love and prayers for you and your family. Sunderland England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 xx

[@lynettemasztakowski4456]

Just tuned into your channel today. Moving and going to have a whole new look in the new place and your instruction is going to be a big part of it! Hope to make my round black breakfast table top look like marble. Now to choose the base of the table color... I know its been over a year, but my condolences about your Mom. I know how you feel. Hugs!

[@jflo7674]

This is a great technique. You're a great teacher.

[@amyhowardathome]

Wow, thank you ✨🎨

[@johnbell891]

So cool!!!

[@sarahfritz7403]

Let me just say.. YESSSSS! Thank goodness finally someone gets it. Sure you can dump paint and all kinds of chemicals but it doesn’t quite get the “made over thousand years” look! You get it. The sandwich or double Oreo analogy is perfect. And usually I have anxiety watching a lot of these videos about halfway thru and yeah they turn out ok in the end but it’s never quite right. This is the closest I’ve seen. Great job 👍

[@lenoralampkin5141]

Amy, thank you for your response. I think I will only have a few lines in special places. I like the way you prepared the wall it looks so natural. I have a wet side and dry. I am sure I need to seal my work when finished. Can you suggest one for me. Again thank you so much. I really thought I wouldn't get a reply. You are the bomb!!!

[@lenoralampkin5141]

Amy, thank you for your reply. I think I can do this small bathroom myself. I have looked at several videos but yours was the one. Can you suggest a sealer for my wall when finished?

[@teritobey1565]

Always always learn so much from you. I just ordered some fun items to continue to play with and keep learning. Thank you!!!

[@amyhowardathome]

Have fun!

[@sunnymontgomery1957]

Thank you so much for this very-detailed tutorial. I have studied several faux marbling techniques and yours is the most authentic. I am doing this for the first time and I am waiting for my second-colour scumble to dry so that I can add my white glaze and then I'm going to tackle the veining. I am doing the top of a buffet and it is starting to look like a magnificent piece of carrera or statuario marble. I AM SUPER EXCITED. Thank you... thank you... thank you...

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad it was helpful!

[@junkbirddesign8979]

Best faux marble tutorial we've found on KZbin! 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad it was helpful!

[@beverlypeterson291]

This is my 1st time on your channel so, first, I want to say I am so very sorry for the loss of your clearly much loved mother. I am so blessed to still have both of my parents, who are in their mid 80’s, so, I cannot imagine your pain as you learn to live without her. My prayers go out for you that God blesses you & your family with the strength & peace you need so much right now & in the years ahead. I loved your video, the turkey feather idea is fantastic! I’ve watched several, several marble painting videos & had never seen this technique before but, it is absolutely gorgeous!!! I look forward to watching many more of your videos! You seem like just a wonderful person and are a fantastic teacher! I know your mother is watching you from heaven with pure love & pride!🥰

[@lizo3064]

So sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to "try to fill the shoes" My mom was our matriarch.. Hugs to you!! Thank you for this tutorial, I'm going to do my kitchen and bathroom counters! 💖

[@maryfrank888]

I just watched this and did the effect on a table. Thanks so much for posting. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@chimene3851]

This is the best faux marble video I’ve found so far on KZbin. Hope you are healing from your loss.

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Stunning, the thumbs down must have been from people that didn't watch the whole video! This is definitely the best I have seen. I've done something similar in my bathroom, but I may re-do it after seeing this. This technique is amazing. You Are a true artist. I've watched tons of people and have to say, this is the first time I have truly been impressed.

[@stevenmorris2293]

Beautiful !! Your class act Amy 👍🙂

[@amyhowardathome]

Wow, thank you!

[@brendakovacs-io5hm]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent, and I appreciate you sharing your heart... my heart goes out to you. God Bless

[@susiehenkel2653]

I tried this technique on a scrap of linoleum this weekend and it turned out great. On to the kitchen counters! Thanks for the step by step tutorial, you were easy to follow and encouraging.

[@amyhowardathome]

You are so welcome!

[@stuffoftaiwan]

Thanks so much for your wonderful sharing, that helped a lot for my house decorations. Love you!

[@amyhowardathome]

You are so welcome!

[@mariaruiz3674]

Bless your heart and for the void I know that is so ever present. I found you after a DIY search and just hearing you talk, convinced me I need to see your work and be taught and encouraged by such a sincere and open person! God bless you and all your loved ones. Thank you for sharing such personal and beautiful feelings. ❤

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@loririggsbishop5610]

You are such a great teacher! Hugs❤

[@amyhowardathome]

You are so sweet. Thank you!

[@coralynwalker5944]

I've lost both my parents, so my heart breaks with you. It'a been 21 years & 11 years & I miss them everyday. Sending love to you & your family.

[@brittanybeadling9276]

My Great Great Grandmother is THE Carrara Marble!!! This is pretty awesome that you can create the original family look! ♡

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@user-ec8qb2jh8i]

Absolutely LOVED your video. Watched from Cape Town, South Africa!! Video was very informative, creative and the end product absolutely STUNNING! Thank you so much for sharing :-)

[@gwenarcher8223]

Love your work! The story of the Spanish moss and cattails made me laugh, as well as leak some tears at the same time. Really creative! God Bless Krum, Texas

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@laurashearin77]

Great job. I want to do my countertops now

[@igorbt6706]

Thank you for sharing your art.

[@amyhowardathome]

My pleasure 😊

[@michelledepommes5791]

Watching all the way from England. Will be marbling my concrete floor. So a big thank you for the inspirational video .

[@ase5760]

Great job Amy. Thanks for detailing your method so clearly. Helped immensely. Loved the accent also! Sweet

[@amyhowardathome]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@deediniwe1198]

Sorry for your loss it's never easy to lose a loves one. I just started following your videos thankyou for these tips iam learning alot

[@sugrbaby66]

Amazing finish!! Thankyou!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mmerriman4995]

Thanks for this great technique and clear delivery. I am turning my childhood bedroom vanity into my bathroom vanity by wall mounting the large mirror, painting the desk top to look like marble and mounting a glass vessel sink on it. I look forward to scrumbling & glazing. Thanks, Amy.

[@amyhowardathome]

You're very welcome!

[@janette1694]

What a great tutorial- just found your channel and subscribed- soo sorry for your loss- its awful when a parent dies😢 I feel your heartache- love and prayers to you and your family- ill be sure to watch your other tutorials- thank you- God Bless- from Scotland UK 💖

[@miriammaurezutt4846]

Beautiful work thank you

[@amyhowardathome]

Many thanks!

[@ThePeninsula.J]

I have been looking for a job that can work at home which I like to do. Finally! I found it. Thank you very much for your inspiration!! I love your technique. It's amazing!!.

[@amyhowardathome]

You got this!

[@terimalone5744]

Teri, Jersey Lady --- My third time watching this one. Clearing you really care that we get it. Mark of a great teacher!

[@amyhowardathome]

Wow, thank you!

[@shinylittlepeople]

I just lost my mom also too soon in February and the days are very up and down… it’s such a huge loss. Thank you for doing this even throughout your grieving process. ❤

[@carolegreen8035]

Great video, just what I needed to know.

[@Volgogrado4ka]

Hello, dear Amy. I'am Marina from Russia. Prayers and Blessings for you and your family.Thank you for all your pertect lessons! Kiss!

[@joanmarine9020]

Amy, I hope your memories of your wonderful Mother will bring you comfort now and joy in the future.

[@furnitureart_]

Indeed, it is a wonderful work. I have learned and benefited a lot from you, and I intend in the coming days to do this thing and practice it because it is truly enjoyable and brilliantly attractive work.

[@sherriefarris2863]

I found this one today. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for you and your family. Regarding this process, I have an old armoire of my daughters that we are painting (French Blue). I thought about buying a piece of real marble to turn it into a coffee bar. But after seeing you do this, I believe I will but a piece of masonite board and create a faux marble instead!!!! Thank you for filming this. You're such a blessing. #madforcattails

[@holleyhagerty2560]

I'm glad you used the turkey feather. I love it and God bless you 💞

[@amyhowardathome]

God bless you too! Thanks!

[@southjersey10]

This was an amazing video. I was considering faux marbling on a section of a wall. This technique as given me a few ideas. Thx.

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad it was helpful!

[@peteyc1705]

Thank you Amy. We used your glaze and your technique to do our counter tops and they came out amazing. Def a 3D real look. We added 2 coats epoxy and it looks like marble! Thank you.

[@Fefe559]

which brand of epoxy may I ask? i am stumped at the next stage... epoxy? or some kind of sealer?

[@peteyc1705]

@@Fefe559 I used Giani countertop kit. I combined their paints with Amy glaze to create marble look. The Giani kit has 2 cans of unmixed epoxy which work perfectly.

[@Fefe559]

@@peteyc1705 but doesnt epoxy yellow? I did not use a kit as I am a artist and have so many paints... but I did use really good base colours, paint that is moisture resistant and nothing can bleed through, but its most white counter tops, the veins I did very light and soft with some warm gold tones in the veins. I just have no idea which product to use to seal my painting so it looks hard and a light sheen like stone. non yellowing. who knows. everyone does their veins in the epoxy and I dont like that look as much plus I needed more than a hour work time to make them look 100% real.

[@FavoriteCreations]

Lovely 👏🏼

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad you like it!

[@laceydanielle2005]

Thanks for the tutorial! Liked & subscribed. ♡

[@amyhowardathome]

Thanks for subbing!

[@ibaber]

I am really impressed with your video. I am planning to redo my basement countertop so your technique will help!! So far, the other videos I have watched didn't help much. It just doesn't look as real as your finish product here! Thank you!! I just subscribed to your channel!

[@robynehill396]

I am watching your video for the first time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Keep creating and replicating the creativity and loving sharing of your Mom with me. I lost my brother-in-law a week ago. Creating makes live more real and draws us closer to the Creator who made us.

[@matthoward1194]

Fantastic video...thanks...will you be doing any faux marble finish on columns?

[@sheilafrancis3501]

Great job ❤️

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you!

[@jgurka2105]

Very interesting! Thanks.

[@josephpalombi9906]

You are a marvelous teacher Amy Howard, I just completed my 1st attempt which I am not too pleased with, but will paint over and try again. Watching your video and style feels as though you have become my private tutor. Thank you for this inspiring tutorial.

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!